Quintessence Y e a r b o o k 2 0 1 7 - 1 8 Founder’sFounder’s Vision Vision Shri Naveen Agarwal Ji Founder Chairman, Unison Group ( 22nd September, 1951 - 23rd February, 2009 ) Unison World School is an edice of faith. It is the crystallisation of the dream of our INNER COVER Founder Chairman, Late Shri Naveen Agarwal Ji. He was a great visionary with tremendous personal charisma. He possessed profound wisdom and nobility that always stood the test of time. He pioneered the Unison Group’s involvement in education. He was greatly inspired by the words of Mahatma Gandhi; “When you educate a boy, you educate an individual, but when you educate a girl you educate a family.” He sought to bring about holistic development in each student and make her ‘Sarva Gunn Sampann’ so that she learns to strike a balance between her personal and professional life. His vision encompassed: ! To make Unison World School, a continuously evolving and learning community of empowered young minds and staff by creating synergy through mutual exchange of ideas and thoughts. ! To create endowed global citizens who think creatively and laterally; beyond the regular and those who are self-motivated and self-directed. ! To impart world class education by providing a balance of academic, aesthetic, artistic and social opportunities thereby encouraging the student to li her aspirations to the highest level of capabilities and interests. ! To create a safe and supportive environment that involves each student in a wide range of learning experiences. ! To create new benchmarks in the eld of value based education that blends modern outlook with a rich value system. Founder’sFounder’s Vision Vision Shri Naveen Agarwal Ji Founder Chairman, Unison Group ( 22nd September, 1951 - 23rd February, 2009 ) Unison World School is an edice of faith. It is the crystallisation of the dream of our INNER COVER Founder Chairman, Late Shri Naveen Agarwal Ji. He was a great visionary with tremendous personal charisma. He possessed profound wisdom and nobility that always stood the test of time. He pioneered the Unison Group’s involvement in education. He was greatly inspired by the words of Mahatma Gandhi; “When you educate a boy, you educate an individual, but when you educate a girl you educate a family.” He sought to bring about holistic development in each student and make her ‘Sarva Gunn Sampann’ so that she learns to strike a balance between her personal and professional life. His vision encompassed: ! To make Unison World School, a continuously evolving and learning community of empowered young minds and staff by creating synergy through mutual exchange of ideas and thoughts. ! To create endowed global citizens who think creatively and laterally; beyond the regular and those who are self-motivated and self-directed. ! To impart world class education by providing a balance of academic, aesthetic, artistic and social opportunities thereby encouraging the student to li her aspirations to the highest level of capabilities and interests. ! To create a safe and supportive environment that involves each student in a wide range of learning experiences. ! To create new benchmarks in the eld of value based education that blends modern outlook with a rich value system. 03 05 08 From the Editorial Excerpts from Principal’s Desk the Annual Report m the Fro esk 09 09 19 Principal’s D Chief Guest’s 10th Annual Day House Reports Speech 29 39 51 Cultural Sports Literary Events Events “A sign of wisdom and maturity is when you come to terms with the realization that your decisions cause your rewards and consequences. You are responsible 61 63 79 for your life, and your ultimate success depends on the choices you make.” international trips and - Denis Waitley Recognition exchange Excursions Another fruitful year has come to an end. It is determined strides to become responsible global 95 105 115 gratifying to see our Uthenas sparkle in every citizens. eld. e vivacious enthusiasm of our girls e process of nurturing a student through life Celebrations Workshops Class strengthens our zeal in providing them with the skills helps them to realize their full potential. Memorabilia best. Unison World School believes in providing Taking responsibility of your own actions is one opportunities within the classroom, school of the most important things to grow and feel premises and networking with other school good about, in your life. By being accountable for students both at the National and International 139 151 165 our actions, we not only gain control of what level. Education is not just about Books and Clubs and Faculty and Staff happens but we also cherish our achievements Examinations, it is the overall development of a Sports Teams Societies and learn from the mistakes we make. It increases student. our self-esteem and we feel good about ourselves. It gives me immense pleasure to present Life consists of each day and not just the big Quintessence 2017- 18. Enjoy life as there are no occasions. So the girls at Unison learn to take rewinds in life, only ashbacks. Each issue of responsibility of their actions on a regular basis. ‘Quintessence’ is a landmark that marks the 175 179 185 We embolden our Uthenas to be spirited and growth of our school. It gives life to the creativity, resilient to face the challenges of life and at the thoughts and aspirations of our young girls. in the news reflections expressions same time cautiously move ahead with Happy Reading!! Browse Quintessence 3 03 05 08 From the Editorial Excerpts from Principal’s Desk the Annual Report m the Fro esk 09 09 19 Principal’s D Chief Guest’s 10th Annual Day House Reports Speech 29 39 51 Cultural Sports Literary Events Events “A sign of wisdom and maturity is when you come to terms with the realization that your decisions cause your rewards and consequences. You are responsible 61 63 79 for your life, and your ultimate success depends on the choices you make.” international trips and - Denis Waitley Recognition exchange Excursions Another fruitful year has come to an end. It is determined strides to become responsible global 95 105 115 gratifying to see our Uthenas sparkle in every citizens. eld. e vivacious enthusiasm of our girls e process of nurturing a student through life Celebrations Workshops Class strengthens our zeal in providing them with the skills helps them to realize their full potential. Memorabilia best. Unison World School believes in providing Taking responsibility of your own actions is one opportunities within the classroom, school of the most important things to grow and feel premises and networking with other school good about, in your life. By being accountable for students both at the National and International 139 151 165 our actions, we not only gain control of what level. Education is not just about Books and Clubs and Faculty and Staff happens but we also cherish our achievements Examinations, it is the overall development of a Sports Teams Societies and learn from the mistakes we make. It increases student. our self-esteem and we feel good about ourselves. It gives me immense pleasure to present Life consists of each day and not just the big Quintessence 2017- 18. Enjoy life as there are no occasions. So the girls at Unison learn to take rewinds in life, only ashbacks. Each issue of responsibility of their actions on a regular basis. ‘Quintessence’ is a landmark that marks the 175 179 185 We embolden our Uthenas to be spirited and growth of our school. It gives life to the creativity, resilient to face the challenges of life and at the thoughts and aspirations of our young girls. in the news reflections expressions same time cautiously move ahead with Happy Reading!! Browse Quintessence 3 ExcerptsExcerpts from from Editorial the Annual Report Editorial“Alone we are smart. Together we are brilliant.” the Annual Report - Steven Anderson Times are changing and so is our education. e student of the 21st century is an individual, a person with feelings of self-respect, responsibility and compassion. We need to recognize and appreciate this individuality of our students. Let us peep into the thought process of our young girls. You have in your hands ‘Quintessence’, the official magazine of Unison World School. It captures the momentous moments of the journey of the Uthenas. Our young authors have put forth some incredible pieces of writing revealing their ingenious thinking and “Our progress as a nation can be no swier than our progress in education…. writing talent. e human mind is our fundamental resource.” At Unison World School, everyone goes through a beautiful Ms. Poonam Jaggi Ms. Amrita Pandey Ms. Arti Saigal Mr. Modeste Date voyage of puing in effort and time. is book is an illustration of Chief Editor Technical Editor Managing Editor Managing Editor - John F Kennedy Hindi French the imagination and achievements of the Uthenas over the year. It has been an impressive year with our students bringing in laurels to the school. ‘Quintessence 2017-18’ is a combined effort put in by our Principal, Teachers and Students. We would like to thank our Good evening, esteemed Chief Guest Mr. Boman Irani, Governing Body, distinguished guests, honourable to be the Chief Guest and to give away the prizes this management for their continuous support. Indian Film and theatre actor, Guest of Honour Ms. parents, members of the press, dear alumni, staff and evening. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for the persistent Aditi Agarwal Ishika Bansal Kaavya Gupta Carol Ann Lund, Deputy Head Kilgraston School, their family members and adorable students. Mr. Boman Irani is a multifaceted personality, who support of our Principal, Mrs.