Shaping Glocal Learners Since 1996 MOTTO Service before Self

MISSION DPS-Bopal is committed to provide education that helps to develop children into balanced personalities, with sound values of love, VISION kindness, devotion and service before self. ‘Lead, Care and Inspire... To bring out the best in each and every child.'

PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT Each and every Dipsite will grow up to be a well-balanced personality with internal and external values carrying forward the vision of the school. They will learn to respect, accept and embrace the differences across varied cultures. They will develop their potential by believing in themselves as capable individuals. They will learn to create, to lead, to love, and live life fully.

Shri Rahul Singh Shri Ashok Narayan (Chairperson, School Management Committee, DPS Bopal) (Vice Chairperson, School Management Committee, DPS Bopal)

My heartiest congratulations to the Principal and his team on this landmark event of the Silver Jubilee Heartiest Congratulations! celebrations! It is indeed a matter of great honour and pride for me to be part of this esteemed committee. I heartily congratulate you and your illustrious team of educationists and teachers on the Silver Jubilee of DPS, Bopal, Ahmedabad. The past year has been unprecedented. The world is facing its worst crisis since the Second World War. All of us, in every age group and from every community, have had to confront the deadly and debilitating During these 25 years, all of you have made this institution a glowing example of eminence and Covid-19 virus. Educational institutions have been compelled to close down. Classes have had to be held excellence by your hard work and dedication. Your school has come of age and has been moving from online, posing a challenge to students, teachers, and parents. I am glad – and proud – to say that the strength to strength during the quarter century. It has become one of the first 'Green' schools in . It Public Schools in general and DPS- Bopal in particular, have met the challenge successfully. has 'smart classrooms' equipped with latest educational and information technology tools.

As I write this, a second wave of the pandemic is sweeping over the country. But I am confident that, with I wish many-many more years of progress and success to the school. I have no doubt that it will continue your unstinting support, we will overcome and emerge stronger than before. I applaud the efforts of the to excel and continue to be a workshop of the best of academicians, managers, technocrats, academic and non-academic team which led to the smooth conduct of academia during this crisis. educationists, and social servants to the nation.

Once again, my best wishes to all of you on this auspicious occasion!

Ashok Narayan Rahul Singh Vice Chairperson Chairperson School Management Committee School Management Committee Delhi Public School-Bopal, Delhi Public School-Bopal, Ahmedabad Ahmedabad Manjula Pooja Shroff Surender P. Sachdeva (Pro Vice-Chairperson) (Principal)

Congratulations to team DPS Bopal for completing 25 glorious years! It has been a spectacular journey I always believed that growth is life. I had a vision of a burgeoning campus, full of bustling activity with which, I am proud to say, has been a personal dream come true for me as well. my students standing tall on every platform. Today, the institution stands as a leading K12, school nurturing students to become competent, compassionate and creative thinkers. The Silver Jubilee of the Even though an institution is established with an entrepreneur's vision, but to see it take off on the path school demonstrates the faith that parents have invested in the vibrant educational process over this to success and achieve so much with immense focus and resilience has been a joy to see. span of time.

Over the years, DPS Bopal has grown from strength to strength. Not only has it developed a state of the The institution I had envisaged stands before me in brick and mortar, extending its arms to the virtual art infrastructure, it has developed some of the best teaching learning teams and processes too. These realm. Providing a stimulating environment through a curriculum without boundaries has crafted a global have paved a way for learning for other educational institutes and created a healthy ecosystem too. This outlook though firmly grounded in the local values in 'glocal' citizens who appreciate the differences in cultures while focusing on the humane aspects similar to all peoples around the world. As netizens in this is a remarkable value of collaboration and teamwork that has always been displayed by the immensely digital world, they extend the same courtesy that they would in person, upholding the values of the qualified and talented team of DPS Bopal. school both as students and alumni.

I would like to mention here that the efforts of each and every member of the DPS Bopal family over In this rapidly changing world, my objective remains to inculcate the qualities of dedication, sincerity and these decades, contributed tremendously to bring it to this stature. So I congratulate the first employee integrity enabling individuals to remain life-long learners, ready to face the challenges of our times. This as well as the newest member of the family to have upheld the DPS flag and kept it flying high over the coffee table book captures the essence of the journey from the foundation to the Silver Jubilee of the years. school. Let us move forward with faith and trust!

You have earned your repute with hard work and perseverance and the fruits are visible across the world when we see the alumni carrying the DPS Bopal name proudly on their shoulders and have made it a name to reckon with.

I wish you more strength and power for the years ahead! Surender P. Sachdeva Principal

Manjula Pooja Shroff Pro Vice-Chairperson CREATIVE COORDINATOR: I. Foundation Ms. Tulika Saha Founders

II. In the classroom DESIGN COORDINATOR: Outside class Ms. Meenakumari Damre

III. A time for work EDITOR: A time for Play Ms. Krishna Mukherjee IV. On campus RESOURCE PERSON: Outside campus Ms. Alpa Biju V. Looking out Looking in EDITORIAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS:

Ms. Arushi Raja VI. Taking root Ms. Beverly Court Taking wing Ms. Bhavika Narielwala Ms. Bijoya Mitra VII. Going local Ms. Diana Brait Going global Ms. Joyoti Ganguly VIII. L'ordinaire Ms. Leena Parekh L'extraordinaire Ms. Livy Thomas Ms. Sajita Nair IX. Going virtual Ms. Smita Nair Living virtual Ms. Subhashree Panda Ms. Swati Prasad X. Blazing a trail

EDITORIAL C O N T E N T S THE FOUNDERS

THE FOUNDATION 1 THE FOUNDATION Delhi Public School-Bopal, the pride of Ahmedabad began its fascinating journey in three rented buildings at Rajpath. A small and ubiquitous stone bears witness to our foundation that was laid with the auspicious bhumi pujan. It led to a phenomenal era of education and to this day mirrors the glorious and prosperous journey at the Bopal campus.

1. Rajpath Campus 1996 2. Bhumi Pujan - Bopal Campus 3. Shri L.K. Advani, then Union Minister for Home Affairs laid the Foundation Stone 27 August 1998 4. Bopal Campus

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3 The Bopal campus stands amidst the serene lap of nature. One can witness a spectacular sunrise over the horizon from its evergreen playground 'Kridangan'. The buildings Dronacharya, Radhakrishna, Vivekananda, Krishna, Gargi, and Prerna - which is its inclusive education wing, house SMART classes, libraries, well-equipped science and computer labs, Atal Tinkering Lab, dance and music rooms, canteen, state of the art medical room, art studios, audio visual room and 'Abhivyakti'-the school auditorium. Bal Kridangan is home to innovative swings for kids giving them an enriching experience while playing. The nerve centre of the institute is 'Chanakya'-the Administrative Block which overlooks a lush green lawn. THE FOUNDERS

The Sports Arena comprises of Kridangan, Skating Velodrome, Artificial Rock-climbing wall, Football Ground and Cricket Turf. The sprawling playground has borne witness to several Annual Day functions and Biennial Sports Day events as well. The fleet of yellow buses that traverse the city roads have created a visual identity and have been persistently recognized over a span of 25 years.

The foundation stone was laid in 1996 initiating a new era in CBSE education in the state of Gujarat. Crafted by the vision of the luminary Dr. Manjula Pooja Shroff, providing a holistic education was the st impelling force throughout the journey embellished by the inculcation of 21 century skills and Glocal values.

Fulfilling the vision are the stalwarts of the institution who have walked with the school for all its illustrious 25 years. * Best Institutional Architectural Award by Architect and Design Magazine * First Rank for the Best School in National Talent Search Examination 2016 he Stellar 2003 * Ranked 7 in Ahmedabad and ranked 11 in Gujarat by Education World - ourney * Best School Award by National Talent Search Contest 2003 School Rankings 2016 * Best School by Divya Bhaskar Survey 2003 * Awarded for Academic Excellence by the Brainfeed School Excellence * Best Institutional Architectural Award by Architect and Design Magazine Awards 2017

* Best School Award-2007, for preparing project on the topic 'Save a Girl * Ranked 7 in Ahmedabad and ranked 10 in Gujarat by Education World - Child' by Gujarat State Education Board and INTEL School Rankings 2017. Also ranked 10 in the country for Infrastructure Provision * Winner of Global Communities for Sustainability Project by Centre of Environment Education in 2007 and the school was selected as Indian * Ranked 1 in Ahmedabad in the year 2017, rankings by Digital Learning. Ambassador to Australia Exchange Program Also ranked 1 for academic excellence and online presence, & ranked 1 for social footprints in the city * Best School Award-2008, for using Technology in Education by Gujarat State Education Board and INTEL * Ranked 1 CBSE School in Ahmedabad, ranked 1 CBSE school in Gujarat and ranked 8 CBSE school in the country by Education Today in year 2018 * Best Implementation of Green IT by Asian Confederation of Business and Stars of the Industry Groups in 2012 * Declared one of the Top 50 Schools in by Future 50 for National Curriculum 2018 by Univariety and Fortune * Inclusive and Quality Holistic Education Award-2012 by Knowledge Resource Development and Welfare Group * Ranked 1 for Academic Excellence, Future Ready Infrastructure, Enrichment of Learning Experience in Sports & Cultural activities, Online * Recipient of World Education Award 2013 for implementing Multiple and Social Presence, and Goodwill, Legacy & Reputation in the city by Intelligence Learning Strategies in Pre-School Digital Learning for 2018-19

* Winner of Green Cup Recycle Challenge in 2014, organized by Green School * Ranked 2 CBSE school in Ahmedabad and ranked 7 in Gujarat by Education Alliance, USA World India for 2019-20

* Ranked 1 in Academic reputation in Gujarat by Education World Summit in * Mr. Surender Pal Sachdeva, Principal, DPS-Bopal, was felicitated among the 2015 'Top 50 Effective Principals of 2019' by Education Today

* Ranked 2 in Best CBSE School in Gujarat by Educational World Summit in * British Council International Award Accreditation for 2019-22 2015 * Awarded with the Global Innovative School Awards (GISA) Dubai 2019 * 'Best Community Outreach Campaign' by CEE in 2015 as a part of 'Create to inspire School Programme' * International Acclaim (2019-20)- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (USA) recognizes DPS-Bopal for being a valued partner towards Global * Ranked 1 in Ahmedabad in the year 2016, rankings by Digital Learning. Education Also ranked 1 for academic excellence and online presence, & ranked 2 for social footprints in the city * Received Prof. G P Thakur School Excellence Award for 'valuable services and contributions to promotion of School Psychology' in 2019-20 Shri Annu Kapoor, Actor and television Shri L. K. Advani, Union Minister for Home Affairs 1998 Shri B.N. Kirpal, Chief Justice of India lighting the lamp at the Annual Day Function 1998 Shri V K Shunglu, Chairman, DPS Society Shri Narendra Kumar, Chairman, DPS Society 2005 presenter, National Film Awardee 2000

Padma Shri Geet Sethi, World Snooker Player Late Shri Haren Pandya, Home Minister Govt. of Gujarat 1998 Ms. Jaya Prada, Actress & MP, Filmfare Awardee 2004 Mr. Parthiv Patel, Cricketer

Shri Harin Pathak, Union Minister for Defence Mr. Nayan Mongia, Crickter 2004 Padma Bhushan Kapil Dev, Cricketer 2003 Late Shri S. S. Bhandari, Governor of Gujarat 2000 Mr. Darshan Zariwala, National Film Awardee 2015 Mr. Nikhil Parekh, National Record Holder for Poetry with Limca Shri Ashok Chandra, Former Chairman, DPS Society Mr. Marzi Pestonji, Dancer & Choreographer 2017 Ms. Amala Akkineni, Filmfare Awardee 2019 Book of Records, ranked 2nd in Guinness Book of World Records 2019

Mr. Abhishek Bachchan, Actor & Producer, Padma Shri P. T. Usha, Arjuna Awardee Athlete Shri Mahilat Kavi, Sangeet Natak Academy Ms. Parul Parmar, Arjuna Awardee Mr. Ranjit Gohil, Bravery Awardee Paralympian Ms. Ruzan Khambatta, Social Entrepreneur 2018 Filmfare and National Film Awardee 2005 2012 Awardee Pupeteer 2010 Paralympian Badminton Player 2016 International Swimmer 2016

Padma Shri Anjum Chopra, Arjuna awardee Cricketer 2014 Mr. Milind Soman, Actor & Fitness Promoter 2013 Mr. Shantanu Maheshwari, India's Best Dramabaaz 2018 Mr. Amiesh Maheshbhai Saheba, Indian Cricket Umpire And Former Cricketer 2019 OUTSIDE CLASS

IN THE CLASSROOM IN THE CLASSROOM

Word web, time tables, weather charts, and graphic organizers are used for research work and aid students in preparing creative power point presentations with the latest ICT tools. The academic curriculum for the Preschool has been inspired by globally accepted teaching methodology - Gardener's theory of Multiple Intelligences, Reggio Emilia approach, Piaget's Cognitive Theory and Montessori Method which have been incorporated to initiate disruptive classrooms aiming to develop and nurture glocal learners. The school believes in 'Each & Every'. Every student is supported to learn, grow and shine as per their individual potential despite their difficulties. The school provides support to special needs students through its Prerna wing. A range of optional subjects are offered and necessary guidance provided.

Flipped learning and Competency Based Activities have been the foundation for the holistic development of students. Blended Learning is incorporated through Interdisciplinary teaching activities like artistic advertising campaigns, role play and debates. Tangram puzzles help students understand geometric shapes and acquire a precise vocabulary to manoeuvre shapes. OUTSIDE CLASS

Assemblies are a pivotal platform for students to showcase varied talents and skills. Theme based assemblies help students imbibe values, and create awareness towards indigenous celebrations as well as national festivals. Carefully deliberated themes represented by foot tapping music, enriching skits, graceful dances and mimes impart information with funfilled and hands on learning experiences. Promoting stage presence, self-confidence, personality development, are some of the traits inculcated among students. Assemblies provide a much-awaited chance to each child to perform. Students are provided with an array of inspiring assemblies which are merged with weeklong celebrations focusing on each of the subject areas. These assemblies showcase innovative thought with creative approach.

The school offers optimum opportunities to children for hands on exploration and discovery that fosters confidence and develops critical thinking. The pedagogy for adolescents is designed by Reciprocal Teaching, Role Play, Art Integration, Competency and Edward de Bono's 6 Thinking Hats which enable students to consider different ways of logic, emotion, caution, optimism, creativity, and control. Lessons are planned to include activities which focus on encouraging mindfulness and thoughtfulness as well as competency-based skills to create a world characterised by interconnectedness, awareness and joy.

Online teaching has continued to empower and enrich the students positively. They can work at their own pace and submit assignments st 21 century skills are imbibed through a harmonious blend of a variety of activities outside the traditional classroom. Carnivals are special online within the due date. Online classes amidst the Covid-19 outbreak have optimized learning from home through various online occasions which the school conducts on a regular basis to showcase talent of the students as well as highlight the values the school provides practices. Teachers working in tandem with the IT department ensure interesting and interactive online classes through Zoom, Google to the community. The Carnivals have been based on innovative themes like Technovanza, Christmas carnival etc. Online activities like Classroom, Mentimeter, Kahoot etc. Quiz, PowerPoint presentations, videos and pictorial presentations have augmented the teaching- rangoli making, toran making, diya painting, thali decoration, garba, singing carols, decorating Christmas trees have involved students learning process. Students participate in online debates, songs, dance, role play and assemblies, indulging in a new genre of creativity. and parents alike. An exhibition is a platform for students to display their skills in public and learn to work in groups. As a medium for holistic development of the students, the school organises art exhibitions called 'Strokes' and 'Studies' where students present their creativity. During these annual art and craft events, children express their oeuvre on a fresh canvas. Their fabulous creations are displayed and admired by parents and guests alike. Celebration of 'Paint Day' is a great moment at the beginning of each session by the students. Children also painted the walls of the ISRO complex to commemorate the centenary celebrations of the esteemed scientist Vikram Sarabhai.

Valuable information is shared by students as they participate in motley activities during the Literary Week and Math Week. Each day of the week is earmarked with educational games, food fiestas, and traditional attire worn by students. These celebrations promote child-centric activities with riddles and games for the scientifically inclined students and handmade working models for the hands - on ones. Children revel in different activities depending on their choices and learn experimentally as they are engaged in a direct experience. Focussed reflection enhances their knowledge.

Various competitions are organised to encourage healthy competition among students and develop team spirit. Providing an opportunity to showcase group loyalty and teamwork, students of different classes compete with one another in diverse competitions. These include events like logo making, patriotic songs, heritage quiz, elocutions, debates, dance, drama and sports. Additionally, rangoli, board decoration for national celebrations, environmental causes, sustainable development goals and religious festivals are a part of the inter-house competitions. Keen to win for their house, each child puts their best foot forward sustaining their camaraderie with the their houses. Vedika Khanna published her first book in 2020-21 called 'Poetry & Musings', a delectable collection of poems and tiny tales demonstrating depth of reflective thought and maturity beyond her years. Arinjay Vyas, Chirag Kavdia and Shubhadeep Roy were the Champions in Aishwarya Majmudar won Amul Star voice of India 2008 “Chhote UStaad” State Inca Quiz 2008 felicitated by the then CM Shri Narendra Modi.

Rutvi Ravi Mandalia of Class II was amongst the top 20 nationalists for Doodle 4 Google India Competition 2019 by Google India for Karan Jigar Thakkar was declared the second her Art work “Age Miracle”. runner up in the National Finals under Category 1 in the National Championship of MaRRS International Spelling Bee 2017-18, Bangalore

Intach FilmIt: Hritansh Tirungayat, Taksheel & Vishesh Loomiya uploaded their film on “NATURE'S ENCYCLOPAEDIA” on the website of FILIMIT INDIA, Shreyans Nagori achieved All India Rank 1 and won Ishan Chatterjee, Saksham Sharma and Yashas Majmudar won the Summer in January 2018 and bagged prize for best narration Rs. 2 lakhs in Online Quiz by Tata Sky 2014 Innovation Challenge -2018 in the category of Children Creative Innovation organized Higher and Technical education Department, Govt of Gujarat.

The youngest prodigy of the school Kaanksha Gharat from Kindergarten set a record by becoming the 'The Tea Stall on the Moon - Lockdown tales by a school youngest singer to sing in ten different languages kid', filled with travelogues, diary entries and some under India Book of Records 2022. She sang in ten self-help articles - which is about life experiences of an different languages, namely Sanskrit, Marwari, eighth grader at school and home complied during the Gujarati, Marathi, Braj, Avadhi, Bengali, Sindhi / Aditya Dave won the 'Best Delegate Award' st Smeet Madlani won Rs. 6.4 Lakhs at Anugya Thakur won 1 Prize in 'Seal making lockdown written by Danusri Sreepathy. Punjabi, Hindi and English in 3 minutes and 9 seconds, in MOD-MUN 2015, Modern School, New Delhi 2013 competition' Ashaayen 2020-Shanti Asiatic, at the young age of 4 years, 3 months and 20 days, Akanksha Shah received 'Best Painting' award in 'Mara Sapna nu Gujarat' 2014 as confirmed on February 10, 2021. National Level Inter School Competition from the then Chief Minister Anandiben Patel. A TIME FOR PLAY

A TIME FOR WORK Fairs” conducted by the International Student Cell give students and parents a chance to interact with the counsellors of the universities in A TIME FOR WORK India and abroad. Forums are created to address queries on career options, prestigious colleges and caters to individual interests and smoothens application processes. This is often clubbed with profile building sessions which help students form portfolios showcasing all achievements and activities.

Research skills instill inquisitiveness, meticulous data analysis and interpretation among students. ‘Vigyanam’-a Science Research Paper Presentation is a perfect way to develop scientific temperament and enhance the interest of students. Relevant topics from Physics, Chemistry and Biology are deliberated to cater to the recent scientific trend. This augments the research and presentation skills of the students.

SPARK is an event organized to encourage the passion for research among students in business and entrepreneurship. It motivates the students to undertake careful and detailed study of a problem, explore the known facts, and provide suggestions unlocking new possibilities.

Honourable Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani addressed grade XII students on the working of the Vidhan Sabha and the government's vision of a new India on their visit to Vidhan Sabha.

We believe in providing opportunities for hands-on experience in a professional setting in a supervised environment. Students are introduced to the real world of experience related to their career goals and interests ranging from medical field to automobile industries. Internships help students to build connections that are invaluable in developing and monitoring a strong professional network. Making a career choice results in satisfaction that spikes the happiness index which is the ultimate goal of the exercise.

Informative and interactive sessions with professionals of various fields help students to identify their field of choice and aptitude. On- campus sessions are conducted to throw light on competitive examinations for admissions to various professional streams. “University

The school plays a vital role in making parents the collaborators in the schooling of their wards. Promoting parents as enormous talent houses as well as professionals to share their experiences with other parents and the school, helps in spreading learning as they are considered a gateway to the teaching learning process. Parents’ Club Activities and Collaboration in Learning is an exemplary move in the direction.

Enhancing knowledge and meeting professionals in workshops and seminars have helped students to gain information about how things take place. The school conducts various workshops catering to Academics, Art, Culture, Dance, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Skills, Netiquettes and Health & Hygiene for the holistic development of the students. Students are given a platform to be a part of the parent workshops. These help in developing their presentation skills and diction as they demonstrate experiments, conduct quizzes, explain facts and concepts or enact skits. A TIME FOR PLAY

Sports and games increase self-esteem, mental alertness and improve physical health in the students and teach them many life skills like teamwork, leadership and patience. In classes I -III students attend a general sports period. From class IV onwards students get an opportunity to opt for game of their choice such as football, cricket, basketball, table tennis to name a few. They are taught skills, rules and regulations through which hidden talents are recognized. This helps in identifying players for the school team and inter-house competitions. These sports help students specialise in any one sport to compete at state and national level competitions.

The online platform was used effectively by the school to conduct various webinars. These webinars proved beneficial not only for the students but also for parents and teachers since they covered various academic and psychological aspects related to online education, stress management, time management and general well being. Experienced and well-versed speakers shared their experiences to make educators as well as students adapt to the new normal.

The CBSE in consultation with MHRD and Ministry of Sports, Govt. of India has attempted to integrate Health and Physical Education (HPE) across the secondary and senior secondary levels. This is to ensure that the Physical Education component which will continue to be assessed internally is taken up as a cross-curricular, interdisciplinary discipline across the four strands.

Playtime is equally essential as it contributes to the cognitive, physical and emotional well-being of the children. Academic enrichment, along with participation in organised activities foster healthy and holistic development. Inclusion of play along with work seeks a balance in the student’s lives that create an optimal developmental milieu to prepare our children to be academically, socially, and emotionally equipped and lead them into the future. Activities like Get set go, Balancing fun and Fun races are conducted at Pre- Dance and music are a stimulant for the mind, body, and soul. It helps to improve coordination, rhythm and flexibility. MLDM is a primary and Primary levels. There have been multifarious competitions for all age groups connected with physical education. A myriad collection combination of energizing dance and music periods. The students attend dance classes to learn folk, classical and pop dance styles. The of such inter-house sports competitions like kho-kho, kabaddi, obstacle music classes expose them to Indian folk, classical and western vocal and instrumental. To present their talent a hobby show is conducted relays, football, basketball, handball and volleyball give students an at the end of each year. The students also get an opportunity to be trained under professional trainers for Classical or Western dance & opportunity to develop sportsman spirit. With focus on the importance of music, Contemporary dance, Casio, Tabla, and Drum. a strong body and an active lifestyle, Inter-house Yoga Competitions are organized for the students. Students of Tabla Talim Sanstha , Naman Shah (Class VI), Mr.Shardul Brahmachari and Mr.Chintan Vasavada set a Guinness World Master Stavya Shardul Brahmachari (Class IV) a student of Tabla Guru Records, Limca Book Records and World and performed 28 Record, RHR, India Book of Munjal Mehta participated with 151 Students Shri Amazing Records in nonstop playing Tabla for 1hr 15mins 10sec with of piece) for 30 mins, on the occasion of different Taal (the beat 2011 at Shreyas Foundation Open Sangeet Natak group of 315 musicians on 29 April Riri Festival 2019 organized by Gujarat Rajya Tana Air Theater,Ahmedabad. Academy (Govt. of Gujarat) 1st Position in Solo and 3rd Position in Group event in West Zone Inter DPS Hindustani Vocal Music Festival 2016, and participated in Nationals Inter DPS Classical Dance Competition 2017, Jaipur and participated in Nationals

Radhika Parikh won Special Appreciation in National Final Inter DPS Hindustani Vocal Music Festival 2015, Greater Noida Position in Group in West Zone Inter DPS Western Vocal Competition 2011, Jaipur and participated in Nationals.

2nd Position in Inter DPS West Zone Hindustani Vocal Music Competition 2nd Position in Inter DPS Classical Dance Competition 2019, Jaipur and 2019, Nagpur and participated in Nationals participated in Nationals

Devarsh Sushim Varma won Gold Medal in Blind Folded Solo Performance (Junior Category) at 1st Position in Solo & Group in West Zone Inter DPS Position in Group in West Zone Inter DPS Hindustani Vocal Competition 2012, Gandhinagar and participated in Global Council of Art & Culture 2013 organised By Hindustani Vocal Competition 2015, Jodhpur and Nationals Akhil Bhartiya Sanskrutik Sangh (ABSS) at Dubai. 1st Position in Solo West Zone Inter DPS Hindustani Vocal Competition 2014, Udaipur and participated in Nationals participated in Nationals OUTSIDE CAMPUS

ON CAMPUS

Receiving awards from The First Lady of Japan Madam Akie Abe, Origami Mahotsav 2017 ON CAMPUS

Dipsites have always served with pride, led with confidence, and inspired others to dream and achieve more. They know how to transform vision into reality. The office bearers and club directors are felicitated during the Investiture Ceremony, which is the first step towards shouldering responsibilities on campus. We celebrate what we achieve, but never forget to raise the bar a little higher, each time we succeed.

The school creates a benchmark with its theme based Biennial Cultural Extravaganza, Oorukkali. School life is a reflection of the society and its culture. The themes-Celebrations, Environment, Childhood, Ganga, Agni, Ramayana and even the Story of Krishna lent colour and An array of Inter House competitions like Budding Geniuses, Collage Making, Ad Mad Show, Tech Talk, My Innovation, My Creation are character to these celebrations. Extravagant performances are choreographed to showcase the theme with outstanding music, dance and organised by the school, where students are exposed to a myriad experience. In these competitions, students put forth intriguing models, skits with gorgeous costumes. On this day, the school felicitates the outstanding achievers with scholarships in the field of academics, experiments, art and craft exhibits, skits, costumes, and prepare slogans. Competitions aid the students in their holistic development, sports, art and culture. thereby fostering innovation, diversity, appreciation and acceptance.

SRIJAN-a techno art fiesta is hosted to promote and showcase talent while imbibing team spirit and virtues in students. The fiesta is marked by various competitions. Code Warriors, Nrityanjali, Kalayatan, Kavyamanch, Vigyanam, Quizzes, Literary contests are some of the competitions. The school with the overall highest score is awarded SRIJANSRI Rolling Trophy. SRIJAN is a witness to participation of hundreds of students from across Gujarat. In the year 2020-21 as the need demanded SRIJAN went online and received an overwhelming response. OUTSIDE CAMPUS

The school provides a platform for the students to showcase their talents in competitions at inter school level yielding outstanding results. Our students have done us proud by bringing laurels and winning trophies. Leading towards excellence and teamwork students have an opportunity to present their oratory, artistic and performance skills in healthy competition with their peers. While winning certainly crowns performance, the journey whets their appetite for learning. Our students have participated in festivals like Origami Utsav and Sabarmati Art Festival, which provided them with a platform to showcase their talents.

Parents' Day is a platform created for tiny tots to enhance their confidence and skills as they participate. This occasion facilitates the children to showcase their budding talents. This helps us to identify the skills and interests of a child besides academics. It plays a huge role in their personality development and enjoying teamwork. The themes of Parents' Day that have been enthralling and euphoric over the years are Kids' Euphoria, Udaan, Glocal Bonanza and Disney comes Live.

DPS-Bopal lays special emphasis on developing sports talent besides other skills amongst students. Young enthusiasts brilliantly engineer a tale of sports around the theme-based event at the Biennial 'Khel Utsav'. Each house exhibits a March Past in an array followed by cultural extravaganza. Events like athletics, yoga, karate and gymnastic displays are held on this day. The much-awaited House Championship Trophy is announced. The school awards scholarships to meritorious students on this day.

Participation in various All India Olympiads is an integral component of teaching learning process. Our budding Dipsites brought laurels to the school by achieving excellent ranks in Olympiads for General Knowledge, Science, Math, Languages and Computer Science. Their self- confidence and approach to the problems with analytical thinking have helped the participants in winning medals, goodies and cash prizes. The students have also participated and won positions in National level Quizzes, Art and Culture competitions, National Talent Search Examination and Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana among others

Our promising students from the fields of Basketball, Cricket, Football, Gymnastics, Handball, Judo, Karate, Rifle-Shooting, Skating, Swimming, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Yoga etc have participated and brought laurels in the Zonal, State and National level tournaments. The medal and trophy tally has been growing by leaps and bounds. ed in Participat s CBSE DPS-Bopal- Champions at I U-19 Boy Football nt Tournament 2015, I er DPS Zonal National and par ndor ticipated in I e Basketball 7 Students participated in the U-19 and nter DPS Nationals Tournament U-17 Boys Team event in CBSE 2017, National Level Table Tennis Chattisgarh -up in the Tournament 2019, Bijnor chi- 1st Runnerer DPS National ohi Shah and Ar nt Aar ategory in the I Doubles C on Tournament Girls Open 2019, Jaipur Badmint

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Hiya Makawana participated in Vrund Patel participated in Association National 9 National Speed Skating Volleyball Tournament Championships and Won 2018 Semi Final held 5 Gold, 8 Silver and 5 Bronze Rudra Gol - Bronze at Mizoram. medals since 2014. Kavish Gupta participated in medal at the CBSE U-17 Boys Judo Association National Level Skating National Tournament 2016, Championship 2015, Itawa & represented Gujarat Moksh Jain participated from Baroda in Cadet National Gujarat Team in U-15 Sub Championship 2016-17 Junior National Handball in below 90 kg Championship 2019, Indore LOOKING IN

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we at DPS-Bopal encourage the students to volunteer for social cause. Supporting for a cause, helping one’s community through drives like 'Pasti se Pustak' and 'Ek Mutthi Anaj' provide an opportunity for students to develop their sensitivity. Under the Global Communities for Sustainability project, a joint initiative of CEEA and CEE the students of our school worked upon the ‘Sanitation and Hygeine’ of Bopal Villlage. As a part of this project our students represented India in Australia. The school celebrates ‘Joy-of-Giving Week’ in which books, games, and toys are donated every year to Seva Sarvapari, Bartimai Institute, Prathamik Shala, and various Anganwadis of Ahmedabad.

Believing that a child centric approach frames responsible citizens and subsequently accountable leader, the newly elected members of the Students visit orphanages, old age homes, and homes for the physically challenged to be empathetic towards every individual in the society. School’s Student Council pledge their oath of solidarity and are officially felicitated with badges and sashes bestowed on them by the Our school participated in ‘Raahgiri’ by Times of India in which the dignitaries of the school. The Office Bearers not only uphold the school motto but they also set the social and moral standards to be followed by their fellow students. students spread the message of environmental protection and health through fun filled activities. Our students painted the wall SEWA emphasizes on social awareness and empathy. outside the RTO office and ISRO as a part of Swachh Bharat Students learn self-management, leadership, effective Campaign with landscapes, their favourite cartoon characters communication, creative and critical thinking skills and visuals on traffic rules in an event organized by 94.3 My FM through various community initiatives. Through this the students are encouraged to volunteer for initiatives both and RTO- Ahmedabad. Students, teachers, parents and alumni within school and outside. participated in the road painting activity ‘Art with Heart’ and ‘Small is Beautiful’ in which 350 metre stretch of road was painted with Dipsites continue to reinforce the motto of our school message on save water, global warming, save the girl child, save ‘Service before Self’. environment to name a few as a part of Sabarmati Art Festival. The

‘Compassion for others is the highest form of humanity’. students of our school worked hand in hand with the students To promote social change and development in a society from various municipal schools of Ahmedabad. LOOKING IN

The life skill sessions play a very important role in the overall development of an individual. The Department of Counselling prepares students for the challenges of the future by supporting them in their academic, career, social interaction, personal development and self- management. It aims at helping students understand and accept themselves 'as they are'. The Life Skills sessions indulge in topics like cyber safety, emotional and physical changes at different age levels, and managing exam stress. Counsellors conduct parent workshops on how to adapt/deal with the Gen Z children and their needs An eminent climatologist and Nobel Laureate Dr. Adam Fenech as well as challenges.

Significant steps towards sustainability under The Green School programme are taken to imbibe the spirit of caring for the environment Imbibing safety and security is necessary for every individual to develop into a responsible Glocal citizen. To ensure safety of children, and the earth. ‘Earth hour’ is celebrated every year to encourage conservation of energy resources. The ‘Best out of Waste’ exhibition is conducted at regular intervals for students where waste materials are put together to make something new and useful. The e-waste drive teachers and staff members during disasters like fire and earthquake, evacuation drills are practiced on a regular basis. Personnel from was initiated to raise awareness under the programme 'Karo Sambhav'. Every year children take up an initiative to protect birds during Fire Safety Department conduct fire safety drills for students and staff. Sessions on Road Safety, Cyber Safety, Environment Safety and Uttarayan and preparing bird feeders during summer months. Also, activities like un-nailing the trees and planting saplings are taken up First Aid are organized through experts from the fields. regularly in a bid to improve the green cover of the earth. Seminars, exhibitions and conclaves are organized under The Green School programme. To inhale the future and exhale the past, asanas nourish healthy mind that infuses positive energy in the body and spirit. Yoga is a path Values help us to grow and develop into responsible citizens. We uphold our value-based tradition by observing one value for a month. The transforming practice for life. To instil values of a healthy mind, body and soul, yoga has been promoted among the tiny tots as well. value of the month is expressed through class assemblies, through a skit or aphorism and various activities are conducted to raise Students and teachers come together to perform their asanas outdoors. Virtual yoga sessions are taken up by the teachers during these awareness. Value based education in many ways helps to bridge socio-economic gaps, creates mindfullness and thoughtfullness for different walks of life around young minds. Along with this the school plays a pivotal role in nourishing young minds through narration of unprecedented times where yoga teachers guide students. stories on values and celebration of special days. TAKING WING

TAKING ROOT Bringing a sliver of Indian culture to the campus through SPIC TAKING ROOT MACAY, an organisation that seeks to conserve and promote the rich culture amongst the youth of this country, by focusing on the classical arts, with their legends, rituals, mythology and philosophy, is the focal point of the cultural experience provided. It promotes aspects of Indian cultural heritage including Indian classical music, classical dance, folk music, yoga, meditation, crafts and other aspects of Indian culture.

The school actively participates in various INTACH, Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage to spread heritage and conversation awareness amongst students. Our students have actively participated in Flimit, Heritage Quiz, painting, essay writing to name a few.

Celebrating festivals in the school helps students develop respect and understanding of customs, beliefs and traditions as well as the rich Aastha Khaitan- Published in the INTACH annual calendar. A pan-India My City My Heritage cultural and traditional heritage. Dazzling performances like songs, folk dances, cultural rituals, mimes and skits are liberally sprinkled poster and essay competition 2016-17. through these engaging presentations.

Drenched in enthusiasm and vigour while celebrating different festivals, young children learn about the significance of celebration. Diwali is celebrated through Mithai sharing. An eco-friendly Holi is observed to instil unity among diversity. Children's Day is celebrated with great fanfare when the teachers perform various programmes in a special assembly. Garba Day showcases a day full of traditional dance and music. Students enthusiastically participate in Eid, Christmas as well as Janmashtami to name a few special assemblies.

The National Sports Day in India is celebrated on 29 August, to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend, Major Dhyan Chand. Students from Primary and Senior section take pledge and are engaged in various sports activities in their Multi Sports Period. 'Khelega Gotipua Dance SPIC MACAY Online Global Convention India toh Fit rahega India' is one of the themes followed throughout the schooling. 2015

Manganiar Musicians, Rajasthani Folk Music Padma Bhushan Dr. N.Rajam, Carnatic Violin Padma Ms. Nancy Lesh Kulkarni, Vibhushan T Dhrupad on 'Cello' traditional art form Pandavanieejan Bai, 2016 2013 2016

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International collaborations enable schools to gain new perspective on culture, academics, research and other fields that can help in their comprehensive development.

Our School in collaboration with Green Contributor, a Canadian based organisation in promoting environmental and leadership qualities among the students in many countries undertook projects and community development programs. We were associated in many projects collaborating with various schools in US and Africa for five years. Under the aegis of this programme we had participated in Student Exchange programs with Zambia and also attended a summit in California related to Plastic Pollution. The students also underwent a certificate ATX – training programme at Kennedy Space Centre, Orlando.

A 10-day School Immersion Programme was conducted for students of Classes IX-XII in collaboration with the Kalorex group and the st Department of Education, Queensland. They were introduced to 21 century skills through this immersion programme at Calamvale Community College, Brisbane and experienced Australian culture.

Creating 'Glocal' learners, students interacted with their counterparts in Nepal, South Korea and Sri Lanka. Power-points, Dioramas and dance performances displayed the astounding diversity and cultural heritage of the countries.

In collaboration with York University, the school arranged for an interactive session along with a drawing and painting competition for students of classes VII to IX conducted by the Indo American Education society.

Green Contributer ATX – training programme at Kennedy Space Centre, Orlando, USA, 2014

The objective of GLP-Global Learning Project is to improve interdisciplinary learning of students through online interaction. Burnside State High School, Queensland, Australia, consented to the collaborative project on sustainability of food and environment and policies and reforms made by the Indian Government. Celebration of festivals is the crux of the programme as it provides a wide window to the culture of each of the countries. With the motto of strengthening international ties between India and Sri Lanka, DPS-Bopal participated in the 5 match cricket series at Sri Lanka organized by Sportz Village Academy. The Sri Lankan Cricket tour was a learning experience of playing International Cricket matches.

Regional Forum of IC3 hosted on campus

With a rich legacy of ideas and understanding to pass on, the school, participates in the annual IC3-International Career & College

Counselling, Regional Forums. IC3 aims to empower high schools in enabling high school counsellors and teachers to guide students on

“what to study”, “where to study” and “how to make it happen”. Resolute to bring in a revolution and inspire the next generation, IC3 is a Hayato Kawata from Komagame Gakuen High School, Tokyo joined us for the session 2019-20 through the AFS programme. movement to accelerate the transformation of schools through effective counselling and enlighten students about the evolution in the

education arena. The key objectives of Regional Forums are bringing inclusiveness, diversity and quality. It further provides an opportunity The school hosted the American Field Services (AFS) programme on 24 November 2019 with the motto for learning, creating new knowledge, and networking. Counsellors, Principals and teachers interact with universities from across the of strengthening international ties between countries. A student exchange programme was flagged off in 2019-20 in which visiting students were included in the school year programme. globe. GOING GLOBAL

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United States of America, 2017 "Field trips, recreational trips and picnics play an indispensable role in education as it helps bring learning outside the classroom, lending a GOING LOCAL new perspective and a boost to cognitive development. These trips provide students with the opportunity to visualize, experience and exchange culture."

Beginning with the evergreen and time-honoured Gandhi Ashram to Lothal, Kalamkhush, Dandi Kutir, Mother Dairy Plant, Science City, ISRO Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition (VSSE) field trips are arranged every year. These educational trips impart knowledge on advanced technology, science and space.

The school organizes specially screened shows for the students to enjoy. Movies are selected based on educational content and moral values like 'Finding Nemo' and 'Coco'. Students enjoy watching movies with school friends while they munch on crunchy popcorn. They are asked to write a review of the movie that they have watched to instil critical thinking skills.

Excursions to the Statue of Unity, the world's tallest statue of 182 meter height, was one of the local learning centres. In their trips to Gir, Nainital and Jim Corbett national park, the students venture out to learn about the flora and fauna of the place. In fun filled learning trips students visited 's famous EsselWorld and Imagicaa and Camp Dilly situated near Ahmedabad to name a few.

The yearly class outing is by far the most popular as students head out to different destinations with their classmates learning to fend for themselves away from home while bonding with their peers under the able supervision of caring teachers.

Virtual field trips to Amazon rainforest, Sahara desert, Paper recycling factory, Sabarmati Ashram helped the students to relate the learnt concepts and experience the fun along with adventure.

It was time to relive the age-old rhyme 'Old McDonald had a farm' and have a firsthand experience of a farm through a virtual tour to Sugar Rush Outdoors, situated in Bopal. They had a rendezvous with a bunch of rabbits all the way from Russia, Emu from Australia, the hooded rat of America, different birds like the Spanish pigeons, the turkey and the geese. Learning about their food habits and the different sounds that they make brought in a lot of cheer amidst the stay-at-home phase. GOING GLOBAL

Zambia, 2008 United States of America,2019

Russia 2019 Singapore, 2019

Global travel can help students explore the wonderful mixture of cultures, cuisines and traditions. These students, accompanied by their teachers, visited various international sites. International collaboration with schools in different countries was introduced to create global futuristic citizens; with a storehouse of information. Our school had undertaken education trips to Australia, Kenya, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Russia, United States of America and Zambia.

United States of America, 2012 United States of America, 2013 L'EXTRAORDINAIRE

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Padma Bhushan Mallika Sarabhai, Sangeet Natak Academy Awardee Dance /Choreographer 2015 Benchmark examinations in the form of class X and XII assessments conducted by the All India Secondary School Certificate Examination L'ORDINAIRE (AISSCE) demonstrate faith and credibility in the school system. The culmination of an average grade 10 year, is the end-of-high school results. Students of the school make their mark in City and State rosters, making their parents and the school proud. Always setting high goals for themselves, students of Delhi Public School-Bopal hold, on an average, 5 of the 10 places amongst the city toppers. Students of X and XII consistently score an aggregate of above 75% in any given year.

The school campus enshrines academia and learning. Steadfast pursuit of academic excellence is honoured and prized as are the several awards instated to reward students who reach predetermined thresholds. The school strongly believes that appreciation and recognition serve as an impetus to the pursuit of excellence. Awards like Kushagra, Praveentam, Satatam and Prabudh add to the glory of meritorious students.

Achieving a cent per cent result in class X, 90 students scored 95% and above while 212 students scored above 90% from a total of 444 students in the year 2019-20. The school average soared to 87.3% with the top 3 positions held by Prachi Jindal who scored 499/500 with 99.80%, followed by Preeti Mishra and Sarin Patel.

Students of class XII have paved the way to their dreams through academic achievement. 21 students scored 95% and above, 127 scored 90% and above in 2019-20, raising the school average to an excellent 84.81%. Aaditya Shrivastawa with 98.6%, Simran Sadhwani with 97.4% topped the Humanities and Commerce streams respectively while Utkarsh Jindal and Nuha Contractor with 97% bagged the first spot of Science stream. 8 out of 10 students in the city top 10 were from Delhi Public School – Bopal. L'EXTRAORDINAIRE

Prachi Jindal felicitated by Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal, Union Minister for Education

With her brilliant performance, Prachi Jindal stood first among the city CBSE schools and bagged the first position in the State, and All India Rank 2 as well.

Academic performances were raised a notch higher in AISSCE when a total of 15 students scored a perfect 100/100 in 2018, 25 in 2019 and, putting in a stupendous performance, no less than 45 students in the year 2020 in subjects as diverse a Psychology, Physical education, Fine Arts and History in class XII. Students raked in perfect scores in Social Studies, Science, Mathematics among others in class X as well. Emphasis on academics combined with opportunities to express themselves and exhibit their talents lead to achievements in diverse fields forming a bond with the school. Our students continue bringing accolades to the school by cracking National and Bharat Khandelwal topped the JEE at State level and had an AIR rank 5 in 2014-15 to enter the International examinations like JEE, NEET, SAT, including entrances to esteemed design institutions like CEPT, NID and NIFT. portals of IIT Mumbai

Prachi Jindal secured an AIR 2 with 99.8% (499/500) in AISSE 2019-20 for which she was invited to grace the Republic Day Parade from the Prime Minister’s Box. She received a Aanchal Sharma scored 97.8% to top the city in Humanities in the year 2014-15 scholarship of Rs. 1 lakh from Calorx Education and Research Foundation.

Utkarsh Jindal AIR 206 in IIT 2019-20, Recipient of Aruna Lal Scholarship, PRL Ahmedabad. Kunal Agarwal achieved an AIR 20 in JEE conducted in 2012-13 to enter the esteemed IIT Selected for INSPIRE Science Camp, organized by DOS, Govt. of India. institution

Mehal Maheshwari secured Gold medal in the Mental Math International Championship 2018, Nandini Vyas achieved an AIR 5 in NIFT conducted in 2019-20. Dubai and Gold in the 'HECTOC' open competition and set a new record in the same wherein for every six digit number given, an answer of 100 must be arrived at by using various algebraic signs.

Rusha Nimavat was the city topper with 97.2% in Commerce for 2018-19 Dev Mittal won Second prize in BIFO (BSE INTERNATIONAL FINANCE OLYMPIAD 2018)

Akshat Jain won Kalpana Chawla National Scholar Award, All India Rank 2 and a trip to NASA. He Mann Soni scored 97.2% to top the City – Humanities in 2018-19 won a trip to Russia for being amongst the top 12 in the National SOF Innovation challenge conducted by NSO in 2018

Yuvraj Chauhan and Aditya Trivedi won the Times SPARK 2017-18 (Scholarship Program for Sonam Chhomo scored 97.8% to top the City – Humanities in 2017-18 Awareness Reasoning and Knowledge)

Nikhil Wadhera and Arnav Varshney secured AIR-2 ‘Technothlon’ 2017 an International School Priya Singh was the city topper with 97% in Science for 2017-18 Championship organized by IIT, Guwahati

Parth Sastry was among the top 25 in Indian National Astronomy Olympiad. He was one amongst 5 Aashvi P. Shah scored 97.4% to top the State -Humanities in 2016-17 to represent India at the IOAA-2017 in Phuket, Thailand. He received Honourable Mention at the International Olympiad of Astronomy and Astrophysics - 2017.

Abhay Venkatesh and Anshul Roy were national Champions with 3rd Position at TCS IT Wiz Darshini B. Shah was the city topper with 97.6% in Science for 2016-17 Quiz 2014-15 LIVING VIRTUAL

GOING VIRTUAL Social media and technology are integral parts of our daily life. The integration of these is the natural subsequent step. GOING VIRTUAL

Since 2009 the School Portal provides an interactive platform to enhance the teaching learning process for optimum results. Parents and

students are updated with scholastic, co-scholastic learning as well as all the important activities of the school through the school portal.

The School Portal connects the stakeholders 24/7 from any location using any device. Students download and submit their assignments,

notes, homework and go through relevant notices and circulars.

2009 2014 2020 SCHOOL PORTAL WHATSAPP GOOGLE MEET Social media is paving the way for new age learning. Its popularity as an open-source information and knowledge sharing platform, the social channels are all about collaborating, networking, staying connected, sharing and generating knowledge and content. Created on 13

December 2011, the school official Facebook page updates daily events of the school. The school showcases its achievements and shares its

successes through official school page on Facebook.

In the modern-day lifestyle, communication has been the key to collaborate. WhatsApp has been an effective tool of communication

between the school and parents since 2014. Teachers form WhatsApp broadcast group to keep parents updated and informed about day-

to-day activities along with the teaching and learning process. During the pandemic, teachers partook in video conferencing through the

app to keep in touch with their students and the parents.

We have adapted to online platforms like Google Meet and Zoom that ensure students can comfortably attend classes during the COVID-19

pandemic. Students embrace the new normal through submitting assignments, home work and projects on Google Classroom and portal.

The official YouTube channel started in 2020. In just one year it has more than 1.75 K subscribers. It consists of various academic videos, 2011 2020 2020 FACEBOOK ZOOM YOUTUBE recordings of important events and Webinars. Teachers made videos on various topics and prepared study material so as to enrich and

facilitate learning which were made available on Youtube. Science teachers performed practical experiments to demonstrate a theory or

draws a conclusion on video for the benefit of the students. Videos on art and dance were also made to engage the students in creative

pursuits. The school office bearers were felicitated on a virtual platform LIVING VIRTUAL and the investiture ceremony was memorable for all students wherein they received approbation and appreciation for the Nothing can ever deter our sincere spirit of giving to our learners. new responsibilities. Extending cooperation to the parents and students alike, the teachers began reaching out to parents since the very beginning of In sync with the current scenario, the annual art exhibition the academic session. To ensure a smooth run through of the Strokes-2020 and Studies-V went virtual. The artworks of study-at-home phase, they interact with a certain number of around 600 participating students were displayed on Facebook parents every day and facilitate them with guidelines and and YouTube. These exhibitions were appreciated by one and all. suggestions for an effortless implementation of the day-to-day syllabus planning. A series of Facebook live and Zoom webinars were conducted to engage, enrich and cater to the need of the hour. The subjects Online education has been making rapid technological advances varied from art, dance, yoga, technology to metal and emotional globally amidst the pandemic. Educators have meticulously integrated technology with academics and virtually carried the health. 'Alumni connect' was a special series of webinars classrooms into the houses of the students. Providing videos organised to connect with our former students. created by educators, educational video links, worksheets and The time-honoured school magazine 'MASTERMINDZ' has kept Power-point presentations on a daily basis, has now become the new normal to help students move ahead with learning in this stay up with the times and has been issued to all stakeholders as an E- at home phase. magazine. We have thereby contributed in doing our bit by 'saving paper'. This magazine has recorded all school events and Conducting virtual class assembly would have seemed a results each and every year. farfetched story, but the school has set a bench mark, creating a new pedestal for all. The school conducted online assembly where the entire class participated enthusiastically. The assemblies were based on value of the month or on a medley of upcoming festivals like Raksha Badhan, Janmashtami, Independence Day and Christmas. The students created videos which were creatively merged and presented during the assembly.

Social distancing has certainly not dampened the spirits of either the teachers or the students who have enthusiastically geared up for online celebrations to enjoy through the new modern mode. The students regularly dressed up and enjoyed all major festivals and celebrations like Independence Day, Children's day, Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, Navratri, and Diwali through virtual mode. The school also organised Christmas carnival online which was highly appreciated by all. BLAZING A TRAIL

1996 - Year Estb. & Better than the Best

2000 - Focus on Special Needs for Learning

2004 - National Level School

2007 - First Choice for Holistic Development

2011 - Smart School

2014 - Green and Global Practices

2017 - Lead, Care and Inspire BLAZING A TRAIL

'Education is simply the soul of society as it passes from one generation to another'- G.K. Chesterton

th Our school reaches its 25 year immersed in the process of imparting an education that serves society. We are eternally grateful for the strong foundation built over the span of 25 years, providing an edifice to take on the challenges of the future. It forms a perfect base for the ever changing present and unforeseeable future. Moving from chalk boards to white boards and then to online teaching, education has taken giant strides towards change from the traditional to the new normal. Incorporating technology into everyday classes has been a large part of the change. Further, emphasis on

st creativity, communication, critical thinking and collaboration, the bywords of 21 century education, are imbued in the VISION ethos of our school. As we stride into the future, these bywords transform into the buzzwords that instill skills and inculcate values that make our students future ready. "Shaping Glocal Learners" with commitment to provide a s a f e & s m u l a n g School is a reflection of society. Though unpredictable, the changing social face is the bedrock for educational changes. environment to prepare MISSION The synergy between school and society creates a learning environment which enables our young leaders, empowering competent, compassionate & Achieve excellence in K-12 them to cope with the flux of change that touches all aspects of society, through a curriculum conducive to acquiring life creave thinkers in this Educaon through a Sound skills and employability skills. Cultivating a deep sense of gratitude and contentment through emotional and physical well- rapidly changing world. V i s i o n , I n n o v a o n & being, leads to greater happiness and more gratifying lives in the world outside. Students are provided sustenance to Professionalism in our develop in the secure precincts of our school. endeavours.

The portals of the school house future citizens of the world skillfully navigating multi-cultural boundaries with insightful empathy while addressing the needs of the rapidly deteriorating planet. Essential skills that enable technological expertise along with academic excellence creating competent leaders who open their arms to embrace the challenges of this volatile world, are deeply entrenched in the fabric of our school. OBJECTIVES We continue to walk on the path that we have adopted embracing change, bolstered by the faith reposed in us by society Total development of our children to create naonal and acutely aware of our responsibility to the young people entrusted in our care as we aspire to lead, care and inspire. assets & global cizens, with strong values of dedicaon, devoon & compassion.