CARMEL OF ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL, MALAD (W) SCHOOL ANNUAL REPORT 2020 - 2021 “This is a new academic year. A new beginning. And things will change for a better tomorrow.” Carmel of St. Joseph is not just a temple of learning but a place to mould, build and shape the character of human hearts, thus preparing each student who pass through its portals to shine as a true Carmelite. STAY HOME- STAY EMPOWERED Covid-19 fractured a large chunk of India’s Education system due to restrictions to movement and social distancing. In this pandemic sphere where E-learning platforms are going to rule in the times ahead Carmel of St. Joseph prepares to accept the challenge and move forward to reach greater heights The students are adapting to the change of scenario and are trying to accept the online way of classes as a new mode of education. BACK TO SCHOOL: Bringing the virtual classroom to the homes of students. “The essence of education is to help you discover your uniqueness, teach you how to develop it and show you how to give it.” The new academic year began on 15th June 2020 in the wake of Covid-19 outbreak. The parents and students were warmly welcomed on the first day to the virtual classroom. We began the new day by invoking God’s blessings upon our dear Carmelites with a beautiful prayer service followed by an inspiring speech by our respected Principal Sr. Zarina who encouraged and motivated our students to begin this new academic year 2020-2021 on a positive note availing of the possible opportunities to become confident, thoughtful youth, who are prepared for any future challenges in our increasingly global world. A video titled ‘A BETTER WORLD’ was screened wherein the entire Carmelite family gave the message of ‘Teach, Love, Nurture for a Better world’ thus giving a strong message of creating an environment of growth and life. Bett er The theme for this academic year ‘ACTS OF KINDNESS MAKEME BLOOM’ was well explained by the teachers, thereby motivating our students to bloom in the garden of St. Joseph by their acts of kindness in their day-to-day lives. The teachers instructed the parents and students about the online classes and answered all the queries put forth. Indeed, a fruitful and blessed day that gave rise to new hopes and dreams in the midst of Covid-19. Academic Achievements “Determination, Hard work and Perseverance and Support play a vital role in raising students to the path of success.” It reflects a strong determination to perform to the best of one’s ability by developing excellence in academics and nurturing this has always been the benchmark of our institution. We appreciate our 10th standard students (batch 2019-2020) for bringing laurels to our institution by their outstanding results. Results of our school Appeared-202 Passed-202 Distinction-156 First class-45 Second class-01 Thank you dear Carmelites, You have made us all proud of your Super achievement. Your hard work has surely paid off. So, keep smiling as you sail through life with flying colors. God bless you! 1st UNIT TEST: Choosing an online examination platform “Believe in yourself Take on your challenges Dig deep within yourself to conquer fears You got to keep going” The First Unit Test for the academic year 2020 - 2021 began from 3rd August to 7th August 2020 for STD Vth to Xth . This year our school had to journey through digital exams, and our students performed successfully well in academics too. CLUB COMPETITIONS: History Comes Alive “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.” Channelizing, the creativity of our students, different online competitions were held by the Cultural Club and the Art Club respectively on 13th and 14th August 2020 to ring in patriotic spirit. The competitions were not only to blend learning with fun but also to develop confidence in the students. The efforts and hard work of our Carmelites was highly commendable. The Competitions held by the Cultural Club Std V & Std VI- Fancy Dress (Unsung heroes) Std VII & Std VIII- Patriotic Singing Std IX & Std IX- Poem Recitation The Competitions held by the Art Club Std V & Std VI- Tricolor badges Std VII & Std VIII- Appreciation cards Std IX & Std X- Tricolor delicacies All these competitions infused patriotic fervor in the young minds. Kudos to all our students for their active participation and for making it a big success. 15th AUGUST: INDEPENDENCE DAY “Freedom in the mind Faith in the words Pride in our souls” Let’s salute the nation on this Independence Day As the nation geared up for 74th Independence Day celebration with Covid-19 hovering on, our institution opted for a virtual route to celebrate the National festival. Ensuring that the fervor of patriotism lives on, our school had the flag hoisting ceremony within the school premises in the presence of a very limited gathering thereby maintaining the government norms of social distancing. A well planned programme was chalked out by the Hindi and Marathi club for the smooth screening of the Independence Day celebration, for the students to keep them stay connected and celebrate the occasion. Our chief guest, for our online Independence Day celebration was Dr. Sheryl John Senthinathan, a Covid warrior and a former student of our institution (Batch 1993) who inspired the students to remain human in all spheres of life and to reach out through acts of kindness to the needy, especially in these difficult times. The patriotic feeling immersed in every heart to be the best citizen and make India and this world a better place. The well-planned prayer service, the speeches and our respected Principal Sr. Zarina’s message on the occasion of Independence Day celebration enabled the smooth functioning of the Programme. To add color and joy to the celebration, the names of all the winners who participated in the competitions were announced and thus the online celebration was a great success. A few of our Carmelites walked an extra mile by presenting appreciation cards to the frontline Covid warriors. Digital Investiture Ceremony “Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.” The Investiture Ceremony for the academic year 2020-21 was held on 21st August with great exuberance and dignity. It is a solemn occasion where all the young leaders are prepared to don the mantle of leadership and discharge the responsibilities entrusted upon them by the institution. In this unique virtual dais, the virtuous deserving Carmelites were formally bestowed with responsibilities of leading their school from the front with their commitment, confidence and competence. The school cabinet took the oath to uphold the values of loyalty, truth and honor in high esteem and maintain the discipline and decorum in the school. Hat’s off to the Cultural Club who took the initiative in live streaming of the Investiture Ceremony and for the successful execution of this big day which will always remain evergreen. Teacher’s day virtual celebration “Being one is the highest privilege, having one is the best blessing.” 5th September was celebrated as the virtual Teachers Day programme. It was very well organized by our PTA team .The teachers thoroughly enjoyed the games and Antakshari. Speech and sharing’s mentioned by the Head Girl and Cabinet leaders about their teacher’s was overwhelming. The day was made even more special by gratitude expressed by the PTA members in different languages. It was the combined effort of our dear principal Sister Zarina and the school PTA team that the teachers were emotionally touched and were grateful to them for the fulfilled day. Teachers who completed 25 years were felicitated by the Management and teachers. HINDI DIWAS Celebration “A Country that takes pride in its Language and Literature always progresses”. The staff and students of celebrated Hindi Diwas on 14th September, 2020 in the school Virtual Meet as a mark of acknowledgement of HINDI as the National Language. Various Competitions were organized by the Hindi and Marathi Club. It was a wonderful opportunity for the students to showcase their different talents on the Virtual field. It was an overall different and enthusiastic experience. The following competitions were announced and details regarding the same was shared on students WhatsApp group. 5th- 6th - Story Telling Competition. 7th -8th - Making the Best Advertisement. 9th – 10th – Singing Competition. OZONE DAY CELEBRATION “Earth without Ozone is like a House without roof, Save Ozone.” 16th September is a celebrated as “Ozone Day” all over the world in a bid to highlight the importance of the Ozone Layer for the survival of mankind. Our School always takes initiative to promote World Safety by creating awareness regarding the current global issues plaguing the Earth. .So to update our students with the current affairs and to inculcate the quality of scientific attitude in them Our Math’s and Science Club organized the “Ozone Day ”and arranged the following competitions for the students:- 5th - 6th– Get Cute and Creative (Fancy Dress Competition on Scientists and Mathematicians) 7th – 8th- Explore the Wonders of Science (Experiments performance) 9th – 10th – Quiz Competition -House Wise. Both Teachers and Students took active participation in the competitions. PEACE WEEK “Peace cannot be kept by force; it can only be achieved by understanding” By the initiative of the ‘Peace Club’ the entire week from 22nd September to 25th September was commemorated celebrating and practicing peace. The following activities were organized and was successfully completed during the virtual meet.