Special Assemblies and Events 2023-24

A Year-ending Highlight for Book Lovers:
The Let’s Read Book Fair

Pune, Maharashtra | 28th to 30th March, 2024

The book lovers of S.B. Patil Public School are always excite when the school holds the Let’s Read Book Fairs at the school’s premises.

The excitement raged when in March 2024, as the academic year ended, Let’s Read, a book distributing company organised the year’s first book fair for students and faculty. The event was held in the school’s canteen and parking area.

As the days were Open Houses for the students of Nursery to Grade XII, the Let’s Read Team organised its book fair to cater to different age groups on different days. Students came along with their parents, who bought a tonne of books for their kids. And as always, the event was a success!

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and admistraitve manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and our librarians: Ms. Swati Khaire and Ms. Anjali Garge for overseeing the organsing of this literary event.

We also thank Mr. Mukesh Jadhav and the team from Let’s Read for being part of an organisation whose goal is to promote reading for people of all ages.

Dancing for Fitness:
Zumba Sessions Held for Faculty

Pune, Maharashtra | 26th to 30th March, 2024

Whilst the holistic development of students is part of S.B. Patil Public School, it pays the same courtesy to its faculty as well by helping them develop professionally and personally. With academic trainings held in plenty the year throughout, the school also holds sessions to stress on the physical and mental health of faculty.

Ergo, during the last week of March, 2024, from 26th to 30th March, 2024, Zumba sessions were held for all faculty members with the aim to improve upon their overall (physical and mental) health, wellbeing and fitness.

Dance teachers, Mr. Ajay Chawaria and Ms. Varsha Kulkarni conducted the classes for the pre-primary and primary section teaching faculty in the morning, and for the secondary section teaching faculty and administrative faculty in the afternoons.

The classes benefitted all faculty by faculty by helping them be not only more physically active but also by creating a positive vibe and a way to release the day’s stress and strain.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and Administrative Manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale for organising this week-long session.

A big round of applause goes to our CCA in charge, Ms. Sujata Bhoite for aiding in the organising; and our dance teachers, Mr. Ajay Chawaria and Ms. Varsha Kulkarni for conducting these fitness sessions for all faculty.

Following are feedbacks from the faculty who participated:

“It was wonderful experience, enjoyed a lot. It makes me fresh and energetic. Thank you, school, for organising such a useful beautiful session. Outstanding session!” - Ms. Priyanka Mali (IT Teacher)

“It was a really nice session and I enjoyed a lot. We look forward to more of such sessions. Thank you!” - Ms. Kalyani Jadhav (School Nurse)

 

In Touch with the Senses:
A session on Sensory Processing Disorder

Pune, Maharashtra | 19th March, 2024

On 19th March 2024, a session on Sensory Processing Disorder was conducted by Dr. Sayali Havele from 10.00.a.m to 12.00 pm. A total of 32 teachers from pre-primary, and Grade I and II attended the session in the auditorium. The school counsellor, Ms. Sabitha Pramodh; and the special educator, Mr. Sujay Ghule also attended the session.

Dr. Havele discussed case studies of children with Sensory Processing Disorder stating that the percentage of sensory issues in school going children in India.

She further spoke on multiple topics such as proprioception, role of proprioception in sensory processing, touch/tactile, problems in tactile systems, hypersensitivity, hyposensitivity, praxis, somatodyspraxia, etc.

The session aided faculty members to understand the technical aspects of sensory disorders especially when dealing with students.

We thank Dr. Havele for conducting the session which proved to be a great learning experience for all. We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; counsellor, Ms. Sabitha Pramodh; and special educator, Mr. Sujay Ghule for organising this event.

 

Being Center for the ULLAS Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram Examination

Pune, Maharashtra | 17th March, 2024

As per the recommendations of the National Education Policy 2020, the Government of India launched a centrally sponsored scheme called New India Literacy Program, popularly known as ULLAS (Understanding of Lifelong Learning for All in Society) for a period of five years, starting in 2022 until 2027.

Under ULLAS, the mission of the programme: The Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram is to provide an opportunity to attain foundational literacy and numeracy, and critical life skills. This paves a way for the learner to perform varied tasks in daily life ranging from carrying out basic financial transactions, comprehending one’s rights, communicating both verbally and in written, etc.

The primary objective of the scheme is to empower all people aged 15 years and above who have not had the opportunity to educate themselves, and to enable them to contribute to the growth of the country.

The scheme is implemented through volunteerism. Learners are encouraged to access the content in local languages in online mode through DIKSHA platform in NCERT. Government-aided schools registered under UDISE are the units of implementation of the scheme which are run by the State/UT Governments.

This year, the ULLAS Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram Examination was conducted on Sunday, 17th March, 2024 with S.B. Patil Public School as the Center. The three-hour exam started at 10:30 am and ended at 01:30 pm.

With a total of 21 learners appearing for the examination, Mr. Avachite from the PCMC sir oversaw the examination. Volunteering faculty were: Ms. Trupti Patil, Ms. Rupali Nibalkar, Ms. Varsha Kulkarni and Ms. Snehal Kulkarni. The Kendra Sanchalak was Ms. Sujata Bhoite.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni for all their support. We also thank the administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale, and the admin team for making the necessary arrangements and helping us out. Finally, our gratitude goes out to all the teachers who were present to help us out in conducting the examination; and the support staff for their aid. The examination would not have been successful if it had not been for the help and support of all them.

To Promote Reading:
The PCCoE Book Van Event

Pune, Maharashtra | 13th March, 2024

On 13th March, 2024, Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering and Research (PCCoER) organised a Book Van event to promote reading. The event was inaugurated by the principal, Dr. H.U. Tiwari, and the librarians from PCCoER. Librarians from the colleges under the PCET were also present for the event.

Librarian, Ms. Anjali Garge, the librarian at S.B. Patil Public School also took part in this literary event and purchased 15 book to add to the already explosive collection at the school library.

A Step Towards Learning Sustainability:
The UNESCO MGIEP Programmes 2023-24

Pune, Maharashtra | September to November 2023

During the academic year 2023-24, all students from grade VI to XII of S.B. Patil School joined the UNESCO MGIEP programmed. The programmme is aimed to contribute towards the development of peaceful and sustainable societies and at the same time thriving as an individual. Following were the programme details and course topics:

1. Climate Change for grades VI to VIII

2. Global Citizenship for grades IX and X

3. Biodiversity for grades VI to XII

4. World Rescue for Grades XI and XII

The duration of the above self-paced online courses was four to ten weeks, i.e., a total of 6-12 hours. The students were free to do more than one course with no programme fee.
All students from Grades VI to XII participated and received certificates from UNESCO after completing the course with 70% marks in final assessment.

The programme was facilitated by social science secondary teacher Ms. Anjali Gugale who, along with the team of all class teachers of all sections from Grade VI to XII successfully implemented the programme. She was awarded with a certificate of appreciation for socio-emotional learning for students in 2023-24 by UNESCO MGIEP and for coordinating the implementation of the online program in our school.
At the same time, we thank Brainwiz (Educational and Training Institute) and UNESCO MGIEP for providing us this wonderful opportunity for our school students to learn about sustainability. Also, we would like to inform that next academic year we will be working with UNESCO MGIEP again to curate amazing learning experiences for our students to learn about peaceful and sustainable societies.
We thank school principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmawati Banda; section heads, Ms. Darshana Kamat and Ms. Vandana Sangle; and all the class teachers of Grade VI to XII for providing the necessary support for successful execution of the programme.

 

The Goals Project 2024:
Towards Good Health and Wellbeing

Pune, Maharashtra | 29th January to the 10th of March, 2024

“It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.” - Mahatma Gandhi (1969 - 1948)

Our school has always fostered and encouraged a nurturing environment towards students’ wellbeing. Thus, making the students understand the value of Good Health and Wellbeing, which is the UN SDG Goal#3 is an essential.

The students of Grade II from S.B. Patil Public School, participated in the six-week Goals Project 2024 organised by Take Action Global and Earthproject.org starting from 29th January to the 10th of March, an online global platform for students and teachers to work together on the 17 UN sustainable development goals 2030.

The students were assigned the Goal#3 Good Health and Wellbeing with some classroom activities and lessons on the SDG # 3 for each week.

Below mentioned is the week-wise schedule for the Goals Project:

S. No.	Week	Dates	Topic
1.	Welcome Week	January 22 nd to 28 th	Welcome Teachers: Meet Your Group and Facilitators
2.	Week 1	January 29 th to February 4 th	Meet the Global Goals
2.	Week 2	February 5 th to 11 th	Meet Your Class Global Goal
3.	Week 3	February 12 th to 18 th	Design for Impact
4.	Week 4	February 19 th to 25 th	Data Visualization: Tell Your Story through Data
5.	Week 5	February 26 th to March 3 rd	Package Your Solution, Share Your Impact
6.	Week 6	March 4 th to 10 th	Celebration of Learning

 

A total of 280 students from Grade II learned about the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals 2030 in their classrooms with their class teachers and worked on the Goal #3: Good Health and Wellbeing.

They witnessed online speeches by global student youth ambassadors, participated in online global assembly of classrooms across the world, made posters, prepared for, and gave speeches, and also engaged in an online meeting with the students from a Yenimahalla School, Turkey on the theme Personal Hygiene and presented a PowerPoint presentation on 28th February 2024.

Our students were praised by teachers across the globe for making lovely posters on Goal#3 (Good Health and Wellbeing) and their PPT presentation on Personal Hygiene which is an essential for good health and wellbeing. All students and teachers received certificates for participating in the goals project 2024.

We extend heartfelt thanks and best wishes to Koen Timmers, Jenifffer Williams, Global Youth ambassadors, our facilitators Anisa and Zahida Batool, Merve Cadirci, Yenimahalla School, Turkey and all global participants for encouraging and supporting our students and organising the Goals Project 2024.

We thank our school principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; Headmaster, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; Section Head, Ms. Nayna Taru; all the class teachers of Grade II; and IDS coordinator, Ms. Anjali Gugale for providing all kinds of support in successfully completing the Goals Project 2024.

 

Of Gold, SIPs and Mutual Funds:
A Faculty Training Session on Financial Literacy and Use of Digital Tools

Pune, Maharashtra | 5th March, 2024

On 5th and 9th March, 2024, sessions on Financial Literacy and Use of Digital Tools were held for the middle and secondary faculty of S.B. Patil Public School in the school auditorium.

The speakers for the events were Ms. Priyanka Parmar, a soft skills and behavioural trainer and life coach; and Mr. Hemant Bhagwat, an educationist and career guide. Both speakers elaborated about the need for financial independence, and how in this day and age of digital technology, the tools available can help one reach that goal.

With the focus on women and their finances, the sessions stressed on the imperative of investment, and the myriad ways of investing so as to secure one’s (financial) future.

Both speakers beautifully explained the technicalities in the simplest and interesting ways so that everyone not only understood, not only actively engaged in interaction but also sought modes of investment by the end of the session.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale for organising the event.

Our gratitude also goes to Ms. Parmar and Mr. Bhagwat for sharing her knowledge with us and making such a perplexing subject easy.

 

 

 

 

Being Better Leaders:
At the Communication Skills Master Training Session

Pune, Maharashtra | 2nd March, 2024

On Saturday, 2nd March, 2024, a Master Training Session on Communication Skills was conducted for the department and section heads of S.B. Patil Public School in the school auditorium.

The session commenced at 09:30 am with the lamp lighting and Sarasvati Vandana sung by Ms. Sulochana Pawar and Ms. Maithili.

 

Ms. Swaleha Mujawar was the compere for the event and introduced the two resource persons for the event: Ms. Renu Nargunde, an educationist; and Dr. Sangeeta Gole, an educational advisor. Dr. Bindu Saini then welcomed and felicitated the two guests and resource persons. Accompanying them were Dr. Roopa Shetty and Ms. Jyoti Iyer, principals at Surajba Vidya Mandir, Jogeshwari East.

The six-hour training session thus began with Ms. Nargunde and Dr. Gole addressing the audience on communication effectiveness with the objective to elaborate on the elements of communication; and how as a leader, one needs to use communication to foster better rapport and inclusivity with faculty and staff.

The interactive master training session was an immersive experience for all that challenged the thought processes and skills of all those present there. It included many activities, both individual and group, that helped all those present think anew and out of the box to aid them become better leaders.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale for organising the event. Our gratitude also goes to Ms. Nargunde and Dr. Gole for lending and sharing with us their valuable time and deep knowledge; and Dr. Roopa Shetty and Ms. Jyoti Iyer for being part of the programme. And finally, we thank all those faculty members present for being such a wonderful audience and helping to make the session a memorable and valuable one.

 

The Maajhi Shaala, Sundar Shaala Abhiyaan:
A Report on the Activities Conducted by the Students and Staff

Pune, Maharashtra | February 2024

Introduction

With the advent of Swachhta Abhiyaan, many projects have started so as to build awareness about the benefits of cleanliness and ill-effects of unclean surroundings. But spreading awareness is not enough. Each one needs to be an agent of change by not only practicing it themselves but also acting as a role model and instilling the values in others.

The Majhi Shaala, Sundar Shaala is one such project wherein school students take the charge of not just keeping their school clean and taking the necessary steps to maximise the beauty both externally and internally; but also participating in numerous activities and events wherein they grow holistically and mature mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

The holistic development of students has always been part of S.B. Patil Public School’s creed. Furthermore, the school has always taken corporate social responsibility seriously: from using solar powered electricity to having a compost pit, and harvesting rainwater; from segregating wet and dry waste to aptly disposing e-waste.

Ergo, following is a report of all the activities and events conducted at school which make the students and staff of S.B. Patil Public School shout in unison: “Maajhi Shaala, Swachh Shaala!”

1. The Organisation of Student-Centric Activities and Participation of Students

Students participated in numerous activities throughout the year that would help in making the school better. Such included classroom and soft-board decorations; tree plantations activity in the school premises; school wall painting which was done under the supervision of the art instructors; and making of the school’s wall of thoughts.

2. Student Council and Students’ Involvement

With the Investiture Ceremony 2023-24 held and the Student Council being elected, they participate in the organisation of many events, and also lend their ideas when it comes to decision-making. Their contributions include the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman Yojana; ensuring that students bring fruits every day to eat during short break; making vegetable garden along with students wherein they grow many plants and vegetables.

 

3. Financial Literacy

Since financial literacy is crucial especially in this day and age, many financial-oriented workshops, seminars and programmes are conducted for both student and faculty. These include a workshop in collaboration with Education 10x; the introduction of Financial Literacy for Grade VIII as a pre-vocational skill subject since the Academic Year 2022; and teaching students how to maintain a savings notebook.

4. For the Education of Women: The Nav Bhaarat Saksharta Abhiyaan

It is an initiative launched by the Government of India initiative to conduct teaching-learning programmes for the non-literates aged 15 years and above. On 18th January, 2024, our school organised a three-day session wherein students from Grade VII to XII taught the school women support staff how to write their names as this is an essential part of one's identity. Each student spent a minimum of 30 mins. each with one maushi to teach her how to write her name be it in Hindi, Marathi or English.

 

5. Students’ Maha Vaachan (Reading) Contribution

Many activities to promote and inculcate the habit of reading are held. The Let’s Read Book Fair; the Let’s Read Another Book activity; and DEAR Time (Drop Everything and Read) are some of those.

6. Quizzes and Writing Competitions

To enhance general knowledge and the aptitude of writing, quizzes and writing competitions and activities are frequently conducted. These include: The English Story-writing activity; the G20 Quiz, the quiz on the life of Swami Vivekananda, etc.

 

 

 

7. NCC, CSR AND Green Activities

To instill within students a love for the nation; and a responsibility towards society, events and activities such as the NCC/ Scout Guide Camp, the CBSE Cleanliness Drive, River-cleaning activities, Pavana Jaldindi, etc. are regularly conducted. Due to the school being an eco-friendly school, it has been recipient to many green awards.

Students even participated in the G20-themed Education Summit 2023; they went on a heart-warming trip to Guru Nanak Anand Ashram; the school hosted the Sagarmitra Abhiyan Session.

More so, we are not only a green school but a tobacco-free school: with no tobacco-selling shops within 200 meters of the school. Ours is even a plastic-free school: we avoid the use of plastic in all forms possible. Students are even encouraged to bring steel water bottles. We also follow the policy of “Don’t Burn but Compost” and recycle every product possible be it vegetable waste, e-waste, segregation of wet and dry waste, etc.

8. Understanding India

Activities like the CBSE Ek Bharat Shreshth Bharat are annually conducted. In 2023-24, subject enrichment activities were taken on Sikkim. These included:
a. Grade I: EVS | Chart Making
b. Grade II: English | Story Telling
c. Grade III: Science | Group Activity
d. Grade IV: Social science | File Project
e. Grade V: Marathi | Speaking activity

9. Sports

Students participate in myriad sports activities, competitions and events throughout the year. They also partake in the annual CBSE Cluster Games and the ZP Matches.

Here we would also specially like to mention Arya Mhaske of VIII-B won the Gold Medal in Zila Parishad Zonal Pistol Shooting Championship. She is currently participating in the ZP state-leveI pistol shooting competitions; Grade X students won the gold medal at the district level handball league matches organised by the Hindustan Antibiotics School. At the ZP Zonal level, they won the silver medal.

Further, we are elated to announce Swamini Ghule, Aishwarya Gavali and Harshali Chinchwade (Women's Trio); Atharv Avte and Amit K. (Men's Pair); Sumit Chavan, Rishabh Mishra, Shreyash Mandre and Arnav Patil (Men’s Group); Paridhi Ambatkar and Om Patil (Mixed Pair). They all secured the first rank in their respective categories at the ZP Zonal Level Acrobatic Gymnastics Competition. Further Sakshi Gopale of Grade XI got the gold medal in the 100m running race at the ZP district level.

10. Health and Wellness

The health, wellness and safety of students is the top priority of our school. More so, if one has to ensure the holistic development of our students and faculty, one has to ensure that the utmost physical and mental health care is also provided.

 

 

 

 

This is why periodic health checkups are conducted; first aid boxes are kept on every floor; the school is facilitated with a sick bay and two full-time nurses; the faculty had a seminar on Adolescence and Teenage Issues with Dr. Kothale; a session on conjunctivitis and HFMD was also conducted for students; sessions on menstrual health, dental health, and physical and mental wellbeing.

Sessions on Mental Health Awareness Week; Good Touch, Bad Touch; gender sensitivity; handwashing techniques, etc. were all conducted for students throughout the year.

They also attended the NutriSoul Wellness Exhibition at the Pimpri Chinchwad University wherein they were enthusiastically explained about Nutrition and Dietetics’ scope in the field of science, and its prospects as a career.

11. Career Guidance, Orientation and Fairs

Right from Grade IX, students are engaged in career guidance sessions so as to help them plan for the future. With the help of the school’s career counsellor, Ms. Susmita Roy, many career guidance sessions are conducted for students, parents and faculty. Alumni even take part in these sessions to help steer students on what courses to take. Career fairs are also conducted at S.B. Patil Public School’s premises wherein reps from various universities and colleges come to showcase their course offerings.

 

12. Student, Parent, Faculty and Alumni Involvement

Being high on transparency, we involve our stakeholders (students, parents, faculty, alumni, management and society) in as many activities, events, competitions and other celebrations as possible.

They either act as judge, jury, visitor, chief guest, speaker, audience, or committee member.

 

 

 

 

 

A Tribute to Sir C.V. Raman by Fostering a Scientific Temperament :
A Report on Science Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 28th February, 2024

On February, 2024, Saturday, S.B. Patil Public School celebrated Science Day with great enthusiasm and fervour. The event aimed to commemorate the importance of scientific inquiry, innovation, and discovery in our lives and in the memory of Sir C.V. Raman who discovered the Raman Effect on the same day in the year 1928.

The celebration commenced with all the teachers and students being warmly welcomed by Ms. Rucha Dandwate. Then was the traditional Saraswati Puja performed by our section coordinators, Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Vandana Sangle and the science teachers invoking the blessings of the Goddess of Knowledge, followed by insightful presentations, engaging activities, and a spirit of camaraderie.

Following their introduction, Jiya Shaikh of VII-B took onn the role of an anchor, guiding the audience through the various segments of the event with grace and enthusiasm. Her engaging narration kept the audience captivated and involved throughout the proceedings.

Swarnima Kulkarni and Vaidehi Shinde, both from VII-C, two enthusiastic students, took the stage to enlighten the audience about the significance of Science Day under the guidance of their teacher Ms. Nishtha Nath. They eloquently highlighted the contributions of scientist, Sir C.V. Raman and emphasised the importance of fostering a scientific temperament amongst students.

To highlight the day Aagya Naik of VII-B beautifully recited a poem written by Ms. Nishtha Nath. Ms. Rucha Dandwate delivered a thought-provoking speech on the importance of nurturing scientific temperament among students. She emphasised the role of schools in promoting critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and ethical conduct in scientific research.

The highlight of the event was the series of activities designed to debunk common myths and misconceptions in science under the guidance of Ms. Trupti Zarkar. Students from Grade VIII, enthusiastically participated in experiments and demonstrations aimed at challenging popular beliefs and promoting scientific literacy.

Snehi Kapur of class VII-A and Kavish Doshi of class VII took the stage to conduct an interactive quiz, testing the knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts among the audience. Their engaging questions and lively interaction sparked curiosity and excitement among the participants under the guidance of Ms. Deepali Kale and Ms. Sayali Bartaake.

As the event drew to a close, Atharv Mali, a student of VII-F, delivered a heartfelt Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to all participants, organizers, and contributors who made the Science Day celebration a memorable and enriching experience.

The celebration culminated with the rendition of the national anthem, symbolising our collective commitment to the pursuit of knowledge, truth, and progress.

In conclusion, the Science Day celebration was a testament to our school's commitment to promoting scientific inquiry, exploration, and discovery. Through meaningful presentations, interactive activities, and collaborative engagement, we reaffirmed our dedication to fostering a culture of curiosity, innovation, and scientific excellence among students and educators alike.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda, HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; all the section coordinators, teachers; the CCA in charge: Ms. Erekar Durga Bhavani; the IT Team: Mr. Abhijeet Gaikwad and Mr. Aman Yadav; our students for their wonderful performances; and to everyone else who contributed to the success of this event. Let us continue to embrace the wonders of science and the boundless possibilities it offers for the betterment of our world.

 

 

 

 

The Marathi Bhaasha Diwas Special Assembly

Pune, Maharashtra | 27th February, 2024

Vishnu Vaman Shirwadkar, popularly known by his pen name, Kusumagraj, was a celebrated Marathi author who was honoured with Jnanpith Award in 1987. He made significant contribution in the cultural field of Maharashtra and tireless efforts to make Marathi the language of knowledge.

On 21st January, 2013, the Govt. of Maharashtra issued circular to celebrate 27th February, the birth anniversary of Kusumagraj, as "Marathi Language Pride Day".

 

The students of Grade VIII and IX, and Grade I and II too celebrated Marathi Language Day or Marathi Bhaasha Diwas on 27th February, 2024 with the aim to showcase the rich heritage of Maharashtra and to encourage the use of the Marathi language. The celebration included a speech on the day, a play and dance performance that gave tribute to Shivaji Maharaj.

To conclude the ceremony, and being Marathi Bhaasha Diwas, principal, Dr. Bindu Saini spoke on communication and its need in our everyday life. She stressed on why communication needs to be clean with the avoidance of bad and harsh language as this uproots the very essence of communication: the forming of good relationships and bonds.

Grade I and II students celebrated Orange Colour Day and National Science Day as well in their special assembly. A speech was given on the significance of the colour orange; students performed a ramp walk with orange coloured objects.

 

The relevance and importance of National Science Day was also spoken about; this was followed by a prayer in Marathi, “Hich aamchi prathna”; the history and importance of Marathi Bhaasha Diwas was also talked about; and finally the programme concluded with a dance themed on lok dhara; followed by the Vote of Thank by Ms. Gauri Hundekari.

 

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda, HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; all the section coordinators, teachers; the CCA in charges: Ms. Erekar Durga Bhavani and Ms. Sujata Bhoite; From the primary section: Ms. Varsha Kulkarni, Ms. Gauri Hundekari, Mr. Gomtesh Langare the Yellow House Team; and the IT Team: Mr. Abhijeet Gaikwad and Mr. Aman Yadav; and of course our students for performing so well.

 

 

For a Better Grasp of the Language
The English Language Reading Comprehension Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 22nd February, 2024

A one-hour English Language Reading Comprehension Activity was scheduled on during regular school hours on 22nd February, 2024 with the objective to build vocabulary, making predictions, comprehend a story, and to answer the questions related to the story.

Class teachers showed a reading-based English story on the projector, and students read it. After that, each student was asked 2-3 questions based on the story.

In their own words, based on their own understanding of the story, Grade I students answered the questions verbally, whilst Grade II students were asked to write answers in their notebooks.

 

The National Deworming Week

Pune, Maharashtra | 13th to 20th February, 2024

In addition to fostering children's academic growth, it's crucial to prioritise their physical development, which is significantly influenced by outdoor activities. And even though much precaution and care is taken, outdoor play can predispose children to various illnesses, notably worm infections, which are particularly prevalent in early childhood.

Worm infestations can compromise children's physical well-being, consequently hindering their overall personal development. These infections contribute to malnutrition and anemia, perpetuating a cycle of weakness and fatigue in affected children. This not only impedes their physical and intellectual progress but also undermines their ability to concentrate on studies.

Recognising the severity of worm infestations among children, the Government of India has initiated several measures to combat them. One such effort is the National Deworming Week, which was scheduled by the Health Department from 10th to 16th February, 2024.

The primary aim of the campaign was to distribute deworming medication to children aged 1 to 6 years and both school-going and non-school-going children aged 6 to 19 years at schools. The endeavor sought to enhance children's health, nutritional status, education, and overall quality of life

And thus, with student’s holistic progress and overall health being the prime focus of S.B. Patil Public School, the programme was also implemented and carried out from the 13th to 20th February, 2024

Albendazole tablets were given to schools which were then distributed to all students (or their parents) aged 3 years to 19 years as it is deemed a safe deworming medication for both children and adults with minimal side effects.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; admin manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and our school nurses: Ms. Sujata Bhalerao and Ms. Kalyani Jadhav for effectively.

Celebrating Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti

Pune, Maharashtra | 19th February, 2024

So as to promote the values of courage, leadership, and justice which Shivaji Maharaj stood for, students from Grade IV, Blue House celebrated Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti with great pomp in a special assembly on 19th February, 2024.

Students performed dances, the powada, the Shiv Garjana, and gave speeches in Marathi and English on the life of Shivaji Maharaj to remind everyone about his courage and bravery.

 

 

Enhancing Writing, Expression and Creativity:
The English Creative Writing Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 15th February, 2024

A 30-minute English Creative Writing Activity was conducted on Thursday, 15th February, 2024 during regular school hours for the students of Grade I and II. Based on the topics stated below, Grade I students wrote five to seven sentences; whilst Grade II students wrote 8 to 10 sentences in English.

The activity was conducted with the aim to help students feel more in their writing, expression and creativity.

Topics for Grade I (Select Any One):

1. National Fruit/ Tree/ Bird of India

2. My Daily Routine

3. My Favourite Pet

4. My Favourite Season

5. My Favourite Toy

Topics for Grade II (Select Any One):

1. If I Were a Superhero

2. If I Could Do Magic

3. My Favourite Sport

4. My Village

5. My Favourite Toy

 

For Being an Inspiration:
Receiving the Sahodaya Token of Appreciation

Pune, Maharashtra | 15th February, 2024

Representatives from SkillSphere in association with Sahodaya School Complex, Pune presented a token of app reciation to our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini for being a source of inspiration behind the active participation of SBBPS at the GK and 21st Century Skills Quiz 2024.

It is notable that our student, Sarvesh Gurav of Grade IX has been a topper in the fi nals of the quiz.

 

 

 

 

Welcoming the New Harvest:
The Basant Panchami Celebration

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th February, 2024

The Basant Panchmi celebrations was celebrated in a grand manner. A day earlier, a greeting card was given to principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni and all the other section heads inviting them to the celebration.

On 14th February 2024, the Basant Panchami pooja commenced at 09:00 a.m. in school auditorium. Grade VIII students were present along with their respective teachers and fellow faculty members.

Ms. Chandrakala Sharma compered the whole programme, and led all the school heads to perform the Pooja. Ms. Deepika Kannao performed recited the prayers whilst Dr. Saini, Ms. Banda and other section heads performed the Pooja.

Led by music faculty, Ms. Sulochana Pawar, a devotional song was sung by the students of Grade VIII; who then also performed a traditional dance dedicated to Maa Saraswati.

The whole programme was not only entertaining but was also an inspirational learning experience through which students learned about the tradition and culture of our country, the significance of wearing the yellow, and the story behind the celebration.

We thank everyone whose contribution made the programme a success: Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni and all the section heads for their support; the CCA team led by Ms. Erekar Durga Bhavani for organising the event and decorating the auditorium; Ms. Deepika Kannao for the pooja preparations; the administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale, and the admin team for all their support; Mr. Abhijeet Gaikwad and Mr. Aman Yadav from the IT team; and all the support staff.

Aarambh:
Beginning the SBPPS-SPIC MACAY Musical Collaboration

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th February, 2024

In association with SPIC MACAY (The Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth), our school organised and hosted the first session of the programme, "Aarambh" on 14th February, 2024.

Aarambh itself signifies “commencement”; and the programme, under SPIC MACAY, will aim to empower the students of Nursery, Junior and Senior KG with the fundamentals of singing and music, whilst also training our teachers to lead the teaching of this programme in our school.

The session was with special guest, Dr. Kasturi Paigude Rane, a classical vocalist, musician and author, and was SPIC MACAY's first "Aarambh" programme session in the city of Pune.

The session was held in two parts: the first hour was with the students of Nursery and Junior KG; and the second was with the students of Senior KG. Dr. Rane spent the session introducing to the swara and taals of music, guiding them with the help of actions and the background score of the tanpura. She also emphasized on the benefits of learning classical music at an early age.

The learning of music right from an early age will aid in the development of creativity, innovativeness, problem-solving, sharpen the senses, increase concentration and observation, and enhance myriad other characteristics in students.

We sincerely thank Dr. Rane for devoting her valuable time to introducing our little ones to the basics of music. We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni for organising the event. We earnestly look forward to this invaluable collaboration.

The GreenLine Audit 2023-24

Pune, Maharashtra | 12th February, 2024

On 12th February, 2023, members from GreenLine visited our school to evaluate the whole year’s activities conducted under GreenLine related to water through SDGs and all the tasks performed by students of Grade VIII and IX such as bagless days, etc.

More than 15 students participated in the audit and each displayed high degrees of intersest in the activities conducted by them. They showed great potential, creativity and a tendency of learn.

Students presented their work very effectively in the form of a PowerPoint presentation filled with evidences. They showcased numerous activities such as the visit to the Pawna river and dam, the PCCoE college to understand water filtration, the rallies and nukkad nataks performed, the slogans prepared and how they encouraged society with a sense of empathy towards the marine animals. They informed the judges that all these activities are not only done by students under GreenLine but all students as well as teachers of the school.

It is evident that whilst doing all the tasks, students gained knowledge about marine life and the need to keep all our water bodies clean. They understood that in order to make this all happen, they need to turn from Ego to Eco, and have to take small steps to spread awareness about their “eco” lifestyle.

We thank all the faculty: Ms. Darshana Kamat and Ms. Trupti Zarkar for mentoring our students through all the activities. We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini and vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda for being such great guides and motivators.

A huge round of applaus e goes to all the students of Grades VIII and IX for performing so well in the audit. And finally we thank the team from GreenLine for visiting our school and conducting the audit session.

 

 

 

Towards a Joyful and Engaging Experience:
The Art Integrated Learning Workshop

Pune, Maharashtra | 10th February, 2024

On Saturday, 10th February, 2024, a workshop on Art Integrated Learning was conducted by Ms. Swati Warke for the teachers of Nursery to Grade II with the aim to make learning a joyful and engaging experience for children while developing their social skills, sensitivity and ethics.

This method would also aid in enhancing their cognitive processes of understanding through guided observation and creative exploration whilst granting them freedom of expression and allowing free emotional expression, communication and creative involvement.

She also provided several strategies for art integration such as:

1. Planning AIL Based Activities: Planning of AIL sessions/ activities beforehand will help in enhancing quality of classroom.

2. Planning Time for AIL: Time management is an essential factor that determines a teacher’s professional expertise and proficiency in organising learning experiences.

3. Planning Resources: Planning of resources makes the AIL experiences more vibrant and joyful.

4. Classroom Management: The classroom is an important aspect of AIL where the process of teaching-learning takes place. Every classroom should have an inclusive environment and innovative arrangements for attendance, display of art works and seating arrangement.

5. Display of Art Work: AIL activities involve a lot of creative thinking that enables students/learners to create their artwork be it in the form of drawing, sketching, poster making, mask making, craft making etc. All artwork should be displayed in the classroom.

She also emphasised on the role of teachers in planning of these activities. Teachers should use charts papers, newspaper and other available materials to make teaching aids and prepare subject wise lesson plan for it. Further, teachers must strive to attain a more detailed knowledge about art integration activities.

The workshop proved to be immensely helpful for all those who attended to make lesson plans, in using of teaching aids, and for developing hands-on activities for children. We are thankful to the school for arranging such knowledgeable workshops for teachers, and especially thank Ms. Swati Warke for holding this session.

Practice Creates Preparedness:
A Surprise Mock Evacuation Drill for All

Pune, Maharashtra | 5th February, 2024

On 5th February, 2024 a surprise mock evacuation drill was conducted for the students of Nursery to Grade XII. At about 10:30 am, the fire alarm sounded, on hearing which, all teachers, in a secure and timely manner, guided and escorted students to the school sports ground wherein all of them assembled.

Mock evacuation and reverse evacuation drills are periodically conducted by the school’s Emergency Response Team to instil emergency preparedness of students and staff alike.

We thank the school’s Emergency Response Team for conducting this surprise mock drill, thereby ensuring future readiness and timeliness.

The Eradication of Superstition:
The Andhashraddha Nirmulan Workshop

Pune, Maharashtra | 3rd February, 2024

An Awareness Workshop on Scientific Reasons vs, Andhashraddha was conducted for students of Grade V to VII on 3rd February, 2024. The programme was attended by the HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; section coordinators, Ms. Vandana Sangle Ma’am and Ms. Archana Prabhune; and the teachers and students of Grade V to VII.

The workshop was conducted by Mr. Bharat Vitthaldas, who holds a BA in Psychology; and an MA in Marathi and Public Administration. On this occasion, he elaborated his view on how people become victims of various superstitions. He also pointed out that many people are educated but still they maintain various superstitions, and it is mainly because they don’t apply their educational knowledge to fight those superstitions.

Through various demonstrations he helped the students understand the importance of scientific thinking, the need to strengthen their scientific concepts, help disprove blind beliefs, and understand the need to eradicate all forms of superstition. This enlightening workshop came to a conclusion with our CCA In charge, Ms. Sujata Bhoite proposing the Vote of Thanks.

We thank everyone: our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. SHubhangi Kulkarni; the section coordinators, Ms. Vandana Sangle and Ms, Archana Prabhune; and CCA In charge, Ms. Sujata Bhoite for organising this eye-opening seminar.

Driven by Excellence:
The NABET Audit

Pune, Maharashtra | 31st January, 2024

On 31st January, 2024, NABET or the National Accreditation Board for Education and Training conducted a physical audit of S.B. Patil Public School.

NABET is an integral part of Quality Council of India which has established a mechanism for the accredited certification of organisations within the educational sector, those in vocational training and other skill certification bodies.

NABET offers accreditation programmes for Quality School Governance in the country. Its aim is to provide a framework to ensure the effective management and delivery of a holistic education programme that aims at overall development of all students

The NABET assessors arrived to school by 08:30. They were taken for a brief tour around the school wherein they witnessed the morning assembly. They also were taken through each floor where they visited the classrooms, labs, auditorium and canteen.

Later, departmental and process heads were called in process-wise. Each was question thoroughly with their processes understood and examined.

By 05:00pm, after all processes were reviewed, the assessors gave their closing statements with suggestions regarding areas of improvement to the principal, vice principal, HM, and NABET coordinators.

We thank NABET Coordinators, Ms. Sakina Bootwala and Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; the vice-principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; the section coordinators, Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Vandana Sangle and Ms. Archana Prabhune; the administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and all the departmental heads and in-charges; all of the school’s academic and non-academic faculty for all their hard work, dedication the year throughout.

We also lend our gratitude to the IT team: Mr. Abhijeet Gaikawad, Mr. Aman Yadav and Ms. Richa Arora for the technical help and support.

And most of all, we thank our Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice-chairperson; Mr. V.S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish Desai, Executive Director for their devout and ne’er-ending support, encouragement and guidance.

For Gandhiji’s Sacrifice:
Commemorating Martyr’s Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 30th January, 2024

Martyr’s Day is celebrated on 30th January annually. This year, the S.B. Patil Public School family and the students of Grades IX and XI commemorated the event by taking the responsibility of conducting a special assembly to mark the occasion, and to remember the ideology given by the Mahatma Gandhiji and remember his sacrifice and contribution in freedom struggle

A portrait of Mahatma Gandhiji was garlanded by the section coordinator, Ms. Darshana Kamat as well as the subject teachers. A bhajan, “Vaishnav Jan to tere Naam” was then sung by school’s choir group led by music teacher, Ms. Sulochana Pawar.

A Powerpoint presentation that showed the significance of Marty’rs Day was presented by the students. This helped students understand the importance of the day in-depth. A GK quiz was also conducted to test the knowledge of the students.

We thank all the faculty and students who helped organise and carry out the programme so successfully.

Streaming Live for Students:
The Pariksha pe Charcha Broadcast

Pune, Maharashtra | 29th January, 2024

In accordance with the guidelines from the CBSE regarding the Pariksha pe Charcha Live Broadcast; we at S.B. Patil Public School executed it at our campus on 29th January, 2024 for our senior class students

We organised to stream the live event from Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11.00 a.m. onwards. This programme fruitfully addressed key questions on examinations and the objective to create a more joyful and less stressful learning experience for our future nation builders, enlightening them about the diverse growth opportunities in the country.

What our students found most appreciable was the Honourable Prime Minister’s concern and approach in equipping the future of the nation with the paraphernalia of positive attitude, steadfast determination, healthy competition, peer concern & not peer rivalry – alongside helping them combat their greatest fear of a lifetime – examinations.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini for overseeing the organising of the events; the CBSE activities in charge, Ms. Swaleha Mujawar;, section coordinator, Ms. Darshana Kamat, IT Team members, Mr. Aman Yadav; and the faculty members for ensuring the smooth execution of the session.

 

 

 

 

The Power of Ayurved:
The Faculty Health Check-up

Pune, Maharashtra | 27th January, 2024

With the mission of “Ghar, Ghar Ayurved”, and headed by Praveen Badhe, a PhD in Ayurveda, Pristine Ayur India Charity Foundation conducted a free health check-up camp at S.B. Patil Public School for all faculty members on 27th January, 2024 from 10:00am to 04:00pm.

They conducted the check-up using a German technology machine that on holding scans the whole body. They prescribed Ayurveda medicines to the faculty based on the check-up reports.

 

We thank the team from Pristine Ayur India Charity Foundation along with our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and our nurse, Ms. Sujata Bhalerao for organising this event.

 

 

As a Gesture of Goodwill:
Our Book Donation Practice

Pune, Maharashtra | 2023-24

Encouraging the holistic development of both student and faculty has always been part of S.B. Patil Public School’s creed. Emphasis is laid on diverse arenas such as academics, sports, visual and performing arts, creative and critical thinking, etc for students; and in-house and external training and development, 360-degree appraisals, motivation to pursue and publish research papers, etc for faculty.

But above all these, S.B. Patil Public School’s value system of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Humility, Empathy, Simplicity and Trust is heavily stressed on so as to encourage both student and faculty to become good human beings.

Green and CSR activities play an integral part in the school’s system. One such activity is our book donation practice. It is here that students, faculty and parents are encouraged to donate books to the library when they feel like, or especially on any occasion such as a student’s birthday. Many parents have donated books to the library. In fact, since January 2023, over 113 books have been donated by 31 people including students, parents and faculty, and all this has helped us now have over 11,500 books as on January 2024.

This practice not only encourages those who love to read to share that gift with the rest of us, but also help others earn and learn the value of reading books. In fact, the school library can now even be accessed by parents.

Dispose it Right:
The E-Waste Collection and Recycling Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 25th January, 2024

S.B. Patil Public School has always emphasised the importance of Green and CSR activities as it understands that service to society is through everyday eco-friendly activities.

Thus, students from Grade I to XII collected e-waste and brought it to the school. Every floor in the school had boxes or bins for collecting the e-waste. Students from each floor brought e-waste from their homes and submitted it in these boxes.

On 25th January, 2024, the school authorities submitted all the waste collected to the Poornam Ecovision Foundation situated at Sinhgad Road, Pune. Poornam EcoVision’s aim is to provide holistic solutions to the environmental problems; and is a social enterprise committed to betterment of society and environment. This practice has been followed for the past three to four years in our school and we hope to continue it further.

Through this activity, we were able to collect and recycle seven to eight boxes of e-waste appropriately to the Poornam EcoVision Foundation. instead of throwing it away. And through this, students not only contributed towards betterment of the environment and nature but were made aware about the impact of e-waste and spread awareness by collecting it. They further developed a sense of kindness and care by taking such small steps towards conserving the environment.

Further Evidences

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Remembering Netaji:
Celebrating Parikrama Diwas

Pune, Maharashtra | 23rd January, 2024

To honour and remember Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s indomitable spirit and selfless service to the nation, the Government of India celebrates Netaji’s birthday every year as Parakrama Diwas on 23rd January, 2024 to inspire people of this country, especially the youth, to act with fortitude in the face of adversity as Netaji did, and to infuse in them a spirit of patriotic fervour.

To commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Netaji, the students of Grade IV and V celebrated Parakrama Diwas in the mass assembly. Students gave speeches on the life of Netaji and elaborated the efforts he made to achieve freedom of the nation.

 

 

A Visit to the PCMC Water Treatment Plant

Pune, Maharashtra | 19th January, 2024

A group of 20 students, along with their teacher, Ms. Trupti Zarkar conducted an extra initiative on 19th January, 2024 by visiting the PCMC (Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation) Water Treatment Plant.

The parent of Sansrati Swarnakar and Saee Gharge approached Section Coordinator, Ms. Vandana Sangle and gave the contact numbers of officers working there.

Ms. Sangle e-mailed the Deputy Engineer of plant and took the permission. Ms. Manisha Hingane, a knowledgeable guide, welcomed and provided a systematic presentation outlining the plant's purpose and the water treatment process. She explained that water is first pumped up from the Pawna Dam and Pawna River to Ravet Punawale Bandhar, and then it is sent to this PCMC treatment plan.

The visit also included key areas like sedimentation tanks, filtration units, and chlorination chambers, allowing students to witness the entire water treatment process. Ms. Hingane encouraged active participation, fostering engagement and addressing queries.

The tour provided an insightful and practical understanding of the plant's operations, emphasising its crucial role in ensuring a clean and safe water supply to the community. Interaction with professionals working at the plant enriched the students' experience, offering real-world perspectives on challenges and innovations in water treatment.

In summary, the students' initiative combined education and engagement, turning the visit into a valuable, memorable experience. The interactive and informative approach went beyond the classroom, promoting a deeper understanding of the significance of water treatment for public health and well-being.

The visit provided invaluable insights into the intricacies of water treatment and management. Students witnessed the step-by-step process thus giving them the opportunity to appreciate the complexity involved in ensuring the delivery of safe and potable water to the residents of PCMC. The initiative heightened awareness of the critical role played by water treatment plants in maintaining public health and environmental equilibrium.

Students thus understood about the integrated approach to water treatment, technological advancements in water treatment, and most important of all: community engagement and environmental responsibility.

Further Evidences

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For the Education of Women:
Bhaarat Saksharta Abhiyaan

Pune, Maharashtra | 17th to 19th January, 2024

Saakshar Bharat Karyakram is an initiative launched by the Government of India initiative to conduct teaching-learning programmes for the non-literate aged 15 and above. It was launched on 8th September, 2009 with the aim to recast India's National Literacy Mission to focus on the literacy of women.

On 18th January, 2024, our school organised a three-day session wherein students from Grade VII to IX taught the school’s women support staff how to write their names as this is an essential part of one’s identity.

Each student spent their zero-period of 40 minutes each with one maushi to teach her how to write her name be it in Hindi, Marathi or English. We thank our CCA in charge, Ms. Sujata Bhoite for organising the event. We also thank the students who dedicated their time to teach the underprivileged.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and section coordinators: Ms. Darshana Kamat and Ms. Vandana Sangle for their mentoring and guidance.

The Math of Shapes and Sizes:
A Collaborative Activity with BEMS

Pune, Maharashtra | 17th January 2024

On 17th January 2024, a Twinning Programme was conducted at S B Patil Public School’s Innovative Lab. The event was a collaboration between our school and Beena English Medium School. The event hosted 41 students and two teachers from the guest school: Ms. Jabeen Shaikh and Ms. Shabnam Shikalgar.

There were ten students from our school and the organisers: Ms. Vandana Sangle, Ms. Varsha Deshmukh, Ms. Nishtha Nath and Ms. Anuprabha Bhatt.

The objectives of the collaborative math activity were to make regular shapes using matchsticks and deriving their formula of perimeter; and to make irregular or regular shapes on Geoboard and find out the area and perimeter of the same.

The first activity was an individual activity wherein students were given a set of matchsticks (15 sticks), and were asked to make polygon using two matchsticks. However, to make a polygon we require minimum 3 sides. Hence to this, students answered that making a polygon with two sides is not possible and commenced making polygons using three, four and five sides.

The second activity was a group activity wherein on each table a geoboard was placed with sum rubber bands. Students were asked to take a rubber band and make any shape by placing them on the dots around the geoboard.

They start by making a 2x2 square. After placing the rubber bands, the students started to count the perimeter and area of the shape by counting the number of squares around the boundary (perimeter) and the squares enclosed inside the shape (area). Each square was of 1cm.

They tried to repeat the same activity for 2x3 rectangle and 3x3 square. Students from S.B. Patil Public School helped the students from BEMS to perform the activity.

The event was followed by snacks for all students and teachers from Beena English Medium School. Our school also provided transport facility for the students and teachers of BEMS.

Through this, students were able to learn new methodologies and techniques to derive formulas from two simple activities which they can try at home anytime. They also enjoyed the activity and were excited to visit a different school and be part of an activity with full zeal. The entire event surely did inculcate collaborative learning skills not only amongst the students of Beena English Medium School but also of S. B. Patil Public School

Feedback

“The activity was very well organized and easier to understand for our students. They enjoyed performing these activities and learning from the school staff and students.” - Beena English Medium School

“It is great to see, collaborative learning getting implemented from both the schools and the students were showing keen interest in learning and adapting to new things.” - S.B. Patil Public School

The English Storytelling Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 17th January, 2024

Storytelling is the art of taking one on a tour across fairyland within one’s mind. Good storytellers make people feel things. They get inside the heads of their audiences and make them happy, sad, angry, curious and excited. Storytelling is the best way to capture people’s attention and help them retain information.

To bring out the hidden talent of storytelling within our tiny tots, a storytelling activity with props and puppets was organised from the 17th to 19th January, 2024 for the students of the Pre-primary section

On Wednesday, 17th January, 2024, an English Story-telling activity was conducted for the students of Grades I and II to provide children with a window to new worlds through storytelling. They used props and puppets to illustrate their story.

On 18th and 19th January, the same activity was conducted for the Senior and Junior KG Sections respectively. The little ones used all forms of puppets to narrate a multitude of stories and fables.

The activity gave the students the opportunity to not only develop upon their reading and narration skills but also foster creativity and imagination whilst instilling in the students new ideas and information. And without realising it, they learned valuable life lessons through engaging exciting stories.

An Extra Initiative:
The Pawna River Water Analysis at PCCoE

Pune, Maharashtra | 16th January, 2024

The extra initiative was carried out by a group of six students of S.B. Patil Public School, and the science teacher Ms. Trupti Zarkar who visited the Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering (PCCoE) Campus on 16th January, 2024 for a water analysis session.

It was an activity following the Pawna Jal Dindi 2023. Analysis helps us interpret data while structuring the data into a format that's easy to understand and applicable in real-world situations. And hence, we did not stop just by taking part in Pawna Didndi we tried to understand analysis as well.

Students were guided by experts: Dr. Sandeep Mali and Mr. Rajeev Bhavsar at the Department of Environmental Engineering, where 12 different water samples were displayed. These samples were taken from various places starting from the Pawna River source to the places where it enters the city (Ravet Bhandara).

The aim was to study the change in water quality as the river leaves its source and approaches the city. Dr. Sandeep Mali and the laboratory in-charge explained to the students about various methods undertaken during the water sample analysis.

Students were introduced to the Multi-Parameter Kit: a modern-day device used to determine water purity. Students gained insights on various aspects (Chemical, Physical, Biological) of water analysis which include pH test, TDS, temperature, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, hardness.

Mr. Rajeev Bhavsar sir enlightened our students with their thoughts on river protection. Students delved into a brief history of Jal Dindi Pratishthan which organizes Jal Dindi annually. An application called Jaldindi has been developed by the organizers to educate people about river pollution and give them an opportunity to be a part of ‘River Police’.

An extensive discussion was held on the topic of water hyacinth as a pollution indicator and towards the end of the session, certain possible solutions were discussed.

There were several learning outcomes: Students developed interest in undertaking experiments for water quality checks. They understood the extent of water pollution and how it ultimately affects common man’s pockets. And they developed a deeper knowledge of the rivers in their vicinity.

Key learnings were: Everyone who participated gained insight of water polluting indicators (such as water hyacinth); they understood the role of a river in our everyday life; and finally they understood the aspects of chemical, biological and physical analysis of water.

Evidences

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a. Interaction with students about water analysis
b. Demonstration of multi parameter kit

National Youth Day:
Celebrating the Life and Philosophy of Swami Vivekananda

Pune, Maharashtra | 12th January, 2024

National Youth Day, also known as Vivekananda Jayanti, is annually celebrated on 12th January. In 1984, the Government of India declared this day as National Youth Day and since 1985 the event is celebrated in India every year.

At S.B. Patil Public School, we celebrated the day by conducting a quiz on the life of Swami Vivekananda. All four houses of Grade IX participated in the quiz. The semi-final rounds were conducted by the respective class teachers; and the final round was conducted on 12th January, 2024 in school auditorium in the morning assembly. The students of the Blue House were declared the winners.

The event also helped every student who participated or was part of the audience come to know about the life of Swami Vivekananda, his philosophy and the morals he lived by.

We thank everyone, especially our CCA in charge, Ms. Erekar Durga Bhavani for organising the event.

About Menstrual Health

Pune, Maharashtra | 12th January, 2024

On 12th January 2024 our school, in its efforts to sensitise adolescent girls aged 10 to 19 about Menstrual hygiene, health, nutrition, sickle cell anemia and leadership, conducted a session on the above topics.

The session included orientation and activities with active participation of girls in the programme. The session was conducted by Bharat Cares, a foundation funded by Metropolis foundation under there "Swasthya Saheli" program.

Running Free:
The Nursery to Grade VIII School Picnics

Pune, Maharashtra | 7th and 16th January, 2024

The word ‘picnic’ is enough to bring smile to the cherubic faces of students who just want to get away from the confines of the classroom and run free with the wind.

So it was no surprise to see students of Nursery to Grade VIII light up with delight when their picnic dates were announced and the venue was going to be at Sneh Resort. Students had their picnics on the 7th, 8th, 9th, 13th and finally the 16th of February 2024.

Sneh Resort gave an experience of being surrounded by greenery and the beauty of nature. We started in the morning with prayer and feeling of a great day ahead. The students were extremely excited and were enjoying in the bus till they reach the venue.

Faculty and students were welcomed by the staff of the resort, and students were amazed to see the delicious breakfast followed by a puppet show, pottery and some adventure rides. The most enjoyable time was watching a cartoon movie in the amphitheatre.

 

 

After a tiring and fun-packed morning we all headed for lunch where we all relished different items of food.

All the students expressed a desire to revisit the place again. Indeed, it was a great day for all the students and teachers, as it strengthened the bond between the students and their teachers.

 

 

Commemorating Veer Baal Diwas

Pune, Maharashtra | 3rd to 12th January, 2024

Veer Baal Diwas is commemorated annually on 26th December to honour the martyrdom of Baba Fateh Singh and Zorawar Singh, the Sahibzade of 10th Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Veer Bal Diwas symbolises the unwavering commitment to go to any lengths to safeguard the essence of being Indian.

The theme for Veer Baal Diwas this year was: “For Every Child, Every Right” Every child, everywhere has a right to live in a peaceful world. Children have a right to a safe and liveable planet.

Students of Grade I to V celebrate Veer Baal Diwas in their mass assembly from 3rd to 12th January, 2024. Students performed poems and speeches; prepared Thank You cards to show love and respect towards a supreme sacrifice made by Sahibzada Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh; and also watched the story of the exemplary courage of the Sahibzadas; and attempted a quiz on it.

Empowering for Education:
Celebrating Savitribai Phule Jayanti

Pune, Maharashtra | 3rd January, 2024

A special assembly was conducted on 3rd January, 2024 by the Grade IX, Green House students to celebrate Savitribai Phule Jayanti.

The celebration began with the portrait of Savitribai Phule being garlanded by the section coordinator and all the subject teachers present in the auditorium. A speech was then given by Ms. Jayashree Sawant who reflected the ideology of Savitribai Phule and her contribution in the women's education in her narration. She also recited a self-composed poem in the assembly.

A PowerPoint presentation was shown to the students reflecting the important aspects of Savitribai Phule life and the students have actively participated in the assembly.

The main objective of conducting the special assembly was to elaborate on the ideology of Savitribai Phule; relay her contribution in women's education; that every woman should be respected; and every girl has to be educated so that the whole family can be educated.

 

 

 

 

Gauging an Emergency:
A Session on Understanding and Responding to the Warning Signs

Pune, Maharashtra | 2nd January, 2024

ASI Mr. T.D. Ghuge conducted an awareness session for the students of Grade VIII and IX. Mr. Ghuge sensitised students by giving few real-life examples to understand the warning signs of dangerous and outside emergency situations such as riots, fights or assaults; and informed students how to gauge the seriousness and level of danger. Students were oriented about situational awareness so as to safeguard oneself and others.

He also emphasised on the following: importance of Road Safety and traffic regulations; zero tolerance for bullying and ragging of other students; importance of cyber security; appropriate behaviour in classrooms, school and outside surroundings environments; and respect for peers and teachers.

Mr. Dhanaji Patil and Vice Principal Ms. Padmavati Banda felicitated and expressed gratitude to ASI, Mr. T.D. Ghuge for imparting knowledge and awareness to the students.

Taking Part in Pavana Jaldindi

Pune, Maharashtra | January, 2023

28 students from S.B. Patil Public School took part in Pavana Jaldindi so as to know how water is polluted because of waste thrown by the people in Pavana River. And also to do a water conservation skit as well as a survey of how much the Pavana River is being polluted.

The students presented their perspectives and ideas on water conservation. The parents of some students also participated in the Pavana Jaldindi activity.

The students were presented with a wide range of useful information from the guests present at the event and were shown the real perpetrators of water pollution. Video Link 1: Guest Lecture

By the end of the activity, students were able to: understand how important it is to save river water from pollution;

and send the message to everyone that the biggest cause of water pollution is not only factories but also all of us who are responsible for polluting water bodies in different ways.

Further Evidences
1. Video Link 2 : Skit part 1
2. Video Link 3 : Skit part 2

 

An Endearing Visit to Guru Nanak Anand Ashram

Kanhe, Maharashtra | 23rd December, 2023

As a part of the annual field trip and SEWA Project for the year 2023-24, S.B. Patil Public School organised a visit to Guru Nanak Anand Ashram at Kanhe on 23rd December, 2023. The trip was primarily for the students for Grade IX so as to make them aware of the happy and joyful lives people reside in old age homes.

The field trip was organised under the guidance of principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; and vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda. The trip started at 09:30 am from the school campus as 150 students and nine teachers travelled in four school buses. Teachers accompanying the students were: Ms. Aparna Jagdale, Ms. Amrap ali Nikalje, Ms. Manjusha Nathe, Ms. Jyoti Kapur, Ms. Deepika Kannao, Mr. Dhanaji Patil, Ms. Sabitha Pramodh, Ms. Trupti Zarkar and Ms. Neha Niphadkar.

They all reached their destination at 10:45 am as the ashram was located in Kanhe Phata village in Kashala, Vadgaon, Maval, Pune - 412106. The ashram is run by Mr. Manjeet Singh Bilkhu who is also the Trustee of Gurudwara and Vridh Ashram.

As soon as they reached the ashram, students and teachers were taken to the hall wherein teachers oriented the students regarding the day’s programme. Students were segregated according to their section and were allotted the tasks of interviewing the residents.

Students asked many valuable questions thus creating a positive environment. The ashram also promotes eco-tourism programmes and activities like horse-riding. Later on, students were taken to the temple which i s located in the campus and the arthi was played.

Student chanted prayers and where later served lunch inside the temple. Post-lunch, students and teachers were taken for horse-riding. Student also performed activities of charity as they cleaned the campus and watered the plants.

As the day came to an end, the faculty and students of our school celebrated the birthday of one of our teachers, and distributed the cake in the campus. With the visit coming to a close by 04:30 pm, students again got back into their respective buses and teachers were again served tea.

Our school donated a sum of Rs. 5,000/- as a token of love and we all dispersed to our respective buses only to reach school by near 06:00 pm.

The feeling of being in their small world of the residents of the old age home, spending time with them, and seeing them happy and joyful was really overwhelming. We expressed our gratitude to the caretakers for taking such great care of these beautiful souls and for giving us this opportunity to spend some time with them.

We thank our principal, Dr. Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; our administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and all the faculty involved for organising this wonderful and endearing trip.

Celebrating Christmas

Pune, Maharashtra | 22nd December, 2023

On 22nd December, 2023, the students of Grade I and II celebrated Christmas in the school auditorium. Students performed a skit depicting the birth of Jesus Christ. They also sang Christmas carols like Jingle Bells.

Our sports teacher, Mr. Chandrakant Thombre dressed as Santa. The students were overjoyed by seeing Santa sing and dance to the song Bum Bum Bole.

During the celebration, they also got to know about Mathematician’s Day and Geeta Jayanti. Ms. Aishywarya Shrimati gave shared information on why Mathematician’s Day is celebrated whilst speaking on the life of the great mathematician, Srinivasa Ramanujan. Mr. Gomtesh Langare gave information about Geeta Jayanti and recited a few sanskrit shlokas.

A Long, Long Time Ago…:
The Art of Story Writing Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 22nd December, 2023

With the objective to improve both the language skills as well as the students’ creative thinking skills, The Art of Story Writing activity was conducted for the students of Grades I to V on 22nd December, 2023.

After their English Language teacher’s guided and mentored them during regular periods, using their vivid imaginations and creativity, students wrote stories in their own words. Students thoroughly enjoyed the activity as they came up with wonderful stories and fables.

Celebrating the Love for Books:
At the Pune Book Festival and More

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th to 24th December, 2023

With the Pune Book Festival being organised from 16th to 24th December, 2023, on 14th December, 2023, S.B. Patil Public School held a Book Reading Activity under the शांतता पुणेकर वाचत आहेत! उपक्रम". Students and Faculty alike spent an hour reading their favourite book.

Executive Director of the PCET, Dr. Girish M. Desai held a meeting with all the librarians of the institutes under the PCET. He asked all librarians to attend the Pune Book Fair being held, and if possible even take students along.

The fair was a wonder in itself. There were more than 200 book stalls with books from different states and languages. With Dr. Desai also accompanying them, all faculty attended the programme “Kavi Vishwas” and the Fergusson College Library as well where they met the University librarian.

On 24th December, the librarians of S.B. Patil Public School visited th e book fair to view and purchase books for the school library. They ended up buying over 50 books. Further to this, a notice had also been put up on the school ERP requesting parents to visit; and hence, it was no surprise to find parents and students at the book fair.

We thank the PCET Management; Executive Director of the PCET, Dr. Girish M. Desai; and every one at the PCET for organising the wonderful and eye-opening daytrip to the book fair. We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and our librarians, Ms. Khaire and Ms. Garge for organising the book viewing and purchase visit.

Two for the Win:
S.B. Patil Public School Awarded Two Glittering Laurels

Pune, Maharashtra | 17th December, 2023

In yet another moment of glory, S.B. Patil Public School was bestowed with the "Student Advancement and Mentoring" and "State of the Art Infrastructure" awards by the Times School Survey 2023. The award results were announced on Sunday, 17th December 2023.

The holistic development of our students has always been an innate part of our creed. The faculty - both academic and administrative - work painstakingly to ensure our students receive the best education, and surpass our and their own expectations be it in academia, co and extra-curriculars.

Furthermore, our school has always aimed to be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, provide the best tech and scientifically advanced resources to the students, and have our faculty trained to be tech-savvy with respect to the latest software.

We owe our gratitude to the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; the section coordinators: Ms. Nirupama Kale, Ms. Vandana Sangle. Ms. Archana Prabhune, Ms. Payal Nihalani and Ms. Nayana Taru; and the administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale for painstakingly striving to mentor every faculty and student.

Our heartiest thank you to every student for working so diligently; every teacher and faculty member for their meticulous and hard work – without their effort, this win would not have been possible. A mighty thanks goes out to the parents as well who have worked in cohesion with us with such patience and understanding.

And our wholesome gratitude to the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshvardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director who every day, every waking moment ensure that all institutes under the umbrella of the PCET excel in education.

CBSE Interdisciplinary Project for Social Science and G20 WTO Youth Conference

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th December, 2023

As a part of their curriculum this year, all students of grade X participated in the CBSE Interdisciplinary Project for Social Science. The idea behind this project was to introduce innovative strategies in teaching learning; to develop a better understanding of the social science subjects among the students by interlinking the topic on “Globalisation” in History, Geography and Economics and reduce the burden of a vast syllabus for the Xth board examinations.

The project was bifurcated in a ten-day activity based, no homework and student centric plan to cover the lessons on Globalisation in History, Geography and Economics. It did include Political Science also to understand the policy making in various countries of the world during the world wars and the period after. The teachers were only facilitators in the project and provided their support in students own learning process by giving them tasks for their Inquiry Based collaborative learning activities.

This project was unique and a good way to inculcate self-study habits among students. It ensured to develop critical thinking, self- confidence, communication skills, ICT skills, art and craft, and competency in the subjects by utilising audio, visual and kinaesthetic activities they enjoyed doing in groups.

Some of the activities covered were art integrated collaborative collage making, flow charts, Inquiry based Carousel activity and group presentations, Power point presentations, solving quiz, group discussion and Youth Conference.

As a part of the IDP students of all sections of grade X participated in the G20 World Trade Youth Conference and deliberated on the Agenda of “Liberalisation of Foreign trade and Foreign Investment Policy” on Thursday, 14th December, 2023 to discuss the role of the WTO in promoting free and fair-trade practices among the G20 countries. The conference chair were School Head boy Darshil Mali and Aditya Thombre of X A managed the proceedings very effectively and diligently keeping a proper track of the conference time and covering the planned schedule of the parliament while maintaining decorum of the house.

All students showed enthusiasm, dedication, and hard work in working as teams for preparing their positioning papers for their allotted countries. Vice Principal Padmawati Banda, HOD Social Science Pravina More and Secondary Teacher Ms. Anjali Gugale observed the conference and appreciated the enthusiasm, teamwork, and good debating skills of students.

The following mentioned students received different category awards in the UN WTO conference:

1. Best Delegate - USA: Darshil Mali (X-A)

2. Best Delegation - India: Roneet Chaudhary and Yadnyi Pawar (X-C)

3. Honourable Mentions:

a. Russia: Hinay Dagalia (X-B)

b. Japan: Sarthak Patani (X-C) and Netra Chhaparwal (X-A)

4. Special Mentions:

a. Czech Republic: Ojas Tiwari (X-B) and Jayesh Khachane (X-A)

b. Ireland: Daksh Kumawat (X-E)

5. Best Chair Award: Dhawala Patil (X-C) and Atharva Bhise (X-E)

Celebrating the Three-day Annual Programme

Pune, Maharashtra | December 10th to 12th, 2023

S.B. Patil Public School’s Annual Programme for 2023-24 was held from 10th to 12th December, 2023. The school’s Annual Day is an event which provides a platform to students to not only exhibit their talents on stage but to also celebrate another year of school.

Grades III to V had their programme on the 10th; Grades VI to XII had theirs on the 11th; and Nursery to Grade II had theirs on the 12th. These three days took months of preparation with nearly every student and faculty member involved in working towards the successful start, run and completion of the programme.

Themed on celebrating “Celebrating Togetherness”, the Annual Days had three sub-themes: “An Endless Journey” for Day 1, “Itihaas ke Pannon se” for Day 2, and “Ace the Race” for Day 3. Akin to last year, the venue was the grounds at the Pimpri Chinchwad College of Education campus at Akurdi.

The celebration each day began with a devotional song by the students which was followed a grand musical performance by those students who are undertaking the Torrins Music classes. Without a doubt, both these performances were met with great rounds of applause by the parents, guests, faculty and other visitors.

This by the lamp-lighting ceremony by the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; primary coordinator, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and the guests for the evening.

The guests for the first day were: Mr. Yogesh Bhavsar, Registrar, PCET; Mr. Swapnil Sonkamble, Training and Placement Officer, SBPIM. The guests for the second day were Mr. Moreshwar Bhodve, Corporator, PCMC; and Mr. Pratap Devokar, Campus in charge.

The honourable guests for the third day were Mr. Moreshwar Bhondve, Corporator, Pimpri Chinchwad; Dr. Raveev Bharadwaj, Pro-vice chancellor, Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU); Dr Ajay Sharma, HoD of Management, PCU; Dr. Hemant Kumar Sharma, Professor of Communication Skill, PCU; Dr. Anju Bala, Cultural Head, PCU; and Mr. Tejashri Pawale, also from the PCU.

 

S.B. Patil Public School was also pleased to have amongst their guests the alumni of our school on Day 2 of the programme. They were warmly welcomed and felicitated by the school heads.

On Day 1, Ms. Gladys and Ms. Ankita Thakre welcomed everyone to the Annual Day. The Vote of Thanks was presented by Ms. Jasmina Kamdar, and the anchoring was done by the students of Grade VIII: Rudra Kharatmol, Vedant Madoli, Swara Sangle, Ankur Haral and Khushi Katariya.

On Day 3, the welcome speech was given by Ms. Athira N. and Ms. Ashwini Murlikar; the Vote of Thanks was presented by Ms. Nayna Taru; and the students of Grade VIII who compered were: Sejal Nikam,Ashley, Yatharth Patil, Devyani Kawale and Shreyash Mandhare.

Post the lamp-lighting ceremony, and the felicitation of the guests, the principal, Dr. Saini presented all parents, students, faculty and other visitors with the school’s Annual Report – presenting all the achievements and undertakings the students, faculty and the school as an institute has been part of. Following the speech, the real programme commenced to which nearly every member of the audience waited eagerly in anticipation.

Students performed a variety of performances ranging from dances, plays, mimes and speech enactments. With over 40 performances each day, the audience was enthralled for a near four hours. The air resounded with music, the voices of the students, and the applause and cheer of the audiences.

Students went on to even compere the show with immense confidence and fervency. With the final performance coming to an end, parents, students, and faculty loudly cheered on for every student who performed. To bring the programme coming to a close, the faculty members present assembled on stage to sing the Vande Mataram.

Thousands of students, hundreds of hours, countless faculty, months of practice; all this and more contributed to a glorious programme that lasted three days.

We take this space to thank everyone whose contribution to the programme made it such a stupendous victory: the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; primary coordinator, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; section coordinators: Ms. Nirupama Kale, Ms. Vandana Sangle, Ms. Archana Prabhune, Ms. Payal Nihalani and Ms. Nayana Taru.Our gratitude goes to all the teachers who, despite their regular work, put it hours of effort, hardwork and dedication towards this programme to train the students, to oversee their performances, and to take countless rehearsals.

We thank the administration department for overseeing the arrangements: Mr. Manish Dhekale, the administration officer and the entire team who ensured the programme went on smoothly

A big round of applause to the parents who extended their wholesome support towards this programme. Our thanks even goes to everyone backstage: the peons, moushis and security for overseeing the smooth arrival and dispersal of students and parents.

A standing ovation goes out to the PCET Management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director for always for supporting us so wonderfully through the past months so that the three-day annual programme could be held with such splendour.

From Piggybanks to Savings A/cs:
A Financial Literacy Lesson for Grade V

Pune, Maharashtra | November 2023

In integrated four-week lesson plan was conducted for Grade V with linkage to the subjects of mathematics and English Language. This lesson was held so as to introduce financial literacy in primary classroom toteach students about the importance of saving right from an early age, and to empower them to become financially responsible adults.

The lessons introduced them on how to save, earn and make some money, and connect them globally to understand financial literacy.

The hands-on activities conducted to give them real life experience. The sessions were conducted through interactive discussions, question-answer methods, with audio-visual aids used to enhance the knowledge and to make the topic interesting for them.

With lots of well-planned and engaging activities students explored the meaning of finance, different types of bank accounts, difference between debit and credit card. They learned the financial literacy rates (in percentage) of Australia, South Africa and India. Students understand how to spend money after prioritizing their needs and wants.

1.Cognitive Domain : By the end of it all students were able to understand the meaning of Financial Literacy, two types of bank accounts; the difference between debit and credit card; and the difference between needs and wants.

2.Psychomotor Domain : Students started saving money in the piggy bank.

3.Affective Domain : They learned that there is power in saving money also only saving money does not mean that the person is financially literate, one should know how to save wisely and make some more money. The concepts/ terms of “interest on savings” and “budgeting” were introduced to students.

4.International Dimension in the Classroom : They (the students) understood the financial literacy rate in South Africa and Australia; and how students earn and save money in South Africa and Australia.

This action research was conducted by Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni, Head Master Preprimary and Primary section for the students of Grade VB (40 students) during the month of November 2023.

Presentation Link:

 

 

Rising to the Top:
Bestowed with the Principal of the Year Award

Pune, Maharashtra | 2nd November, 2023

We are elated to announce that on 2nd November, 2023, principal, Dr. Bindu Saini was bestowed with the Principal of the Year Award by Allen Global Studies Division and BrainWonders. We heartily congratulate Dr. Saini for once again winning such a magnamous laurel and for being recognised for her efforts towards excellence and sustainable education.

We also thank our Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director for their support.

Laurelled with a Wreath of Diamonds:
Being Awarded the QS I-Gauge Diamond Rating

Pune, Maharashtra | 3rd November, 2023

It is with great pride that we announce that S.B. Patil Public School has been awarded the Diamond Rating by the QS I-Gauge. This glowing accolade was bestowed upon the school on 27th October, 2023.

This remarkable achievement will set S.B. Patil Public School on the same platform and at par with many other international and global educational institutions. In a grand ceremony in Jaipur, principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; and vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda personally received this illustrious honour.

We as a school are humbled yet honored to be recipient of this prominent award. This could not have been achieved without the ceaseless efforts of the principal, Dr. Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; the section coordinators: Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Vandana Sangle, Ms. Archana Prabhune, Ms. Nayna Taru and Ms. Payal Nihalani; administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and every one of our academic and administrative faculty.

A standing ovation goes out to our Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director for their unabating support, devout guidance and belief in us all.

And finally, we extend our profound thanks to the parents whose persistent contributions; and the students, whose painstaking hard work have, in unison, brought and raised S.B. Patil Public School to a pedestal wherein it found a place worthy of such sterling stature.

Catching Them Young, Part 2:
Completing a Four-day Training

Pune, Maharashtra | 10th November, 2023

In continuation to the article, “Catching Them Young, Part 1: At the Infosys Switchboard CTY Initiative”, wherein 20 students from Grade IX appeared for the aptitude test from which seven students were selected for the training programme at the Infosys campus, Pune, we are proud to announce that they (the students) have successfully completed their four-day training.

Following are the student testimonies regarding the programme:

“This was a stupendous event by Infosys. All of us shared an unforgettable experience at the astounding Infosys Campus. The engaging sessions and instructors taught us some of the very important life lessons of team work, leadership, self-confidence etc. I do not have enough words to describe the amount of knowledge and pleasure gained. I now feel that my hesitation towards participating in the selection test would have been the worst decision .... I also thank the school for nominating us for the training programme. Thank you very much!” - Aditya Ganjare (IX-A)

Once again, we thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and the computer teacher, Ms. Richa Arora for mentoring our students and pushing them to do better and better. We also give our gratitude to our parents without whose support this event would not have been so successful.

Healthifying Us - An Interactive Session on Physical and Mental Wellbeing

Pune, Maharashtra | 6th November, 2023

On 6th November 2023, Prof. Ruchu Kuthiala, Head of the Department the School of Sciences at Pimpri Chinchwad University, Pune; and a certified Clinical Nutritionist with a vast industrial and academic experience of 15 years held an interactive training session for all staff members on the topic: Physical and Mental wellbeing with Special Reference to Hormones and Emotional Eating.

The session commenced with Ms. Swaleha Mujawar introducing Prof. Kuthiala to all the faculty present. The principal of the school, Dr. Bindu Saini then warmly welcomed her with a token of appreciation.

It was an immensely interesting, interactive, and fun-filled session wherein Dr. Kuthiala elaborated on various aspects of physical and mental health, the linkage between the two, and how dietetics and hormones plays an imperative role in ensuring the wellbeing of both.

She used examples from everyday life which made understanding of the subject not just simple but relatable as well.

We thank Prof. Ruchu Kuthiala for lending her valuable time and expertise to enhance our understanding and knowledge of the subject. We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale for organising this wonderful event.

Standing Up for Truth and Justice:
Vigilance Awareness Week Conducted

Pune, Maharashtra | 4th November, 2023

In accordance to the guidelines provided by Central Vigilance Commission and a circular issued by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) (Circular No.: Acad-125/2023), dated October 27th ,2023, Vigilance Awareness Week was observed at S.B. Patil Public School with an oath-taking ceremony conducted at the premises on 4th November, 2023.

The Vigilance Awareness Week was to be observed from 30. 10.2023 to 05.11.2023 with the following theme “Say no to corruption; commit to the Nation” The principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni and the entire staff participated in the occasion. CBSE activities incharge of the school, Ms. Swaleha Mujawar read out the Integrity Pledge (enclosed in Annexure 1 of the circular) which was repeated by everyone present.

The atmosphere resonated with a sense of responsibility as everyone took the pledge that called upon every citizen of our nation to stand up against one of the many social evils that is a burgeoning epidemic today: corruption.

Giving the SEAS Examination

Pune, Maharashtra | 3rd November, 2023

S.B. Patil Public School is proud to have been chosen as a sample school for the State Education Achievement Survey (SEAS) Examination (PARAKH) 2023 for Grades III, VI and IX on 3rd November, 2023.

Closing in on the Festival of Lights:
The Diwali Celebrations and Activities

Pune, Maharashtra | 3rd November, 2023

“From falsehood lead me to truth, from darkness lead me to light.” - Pavamana Mantra, Brhadaranyaka Upanishad

With the Festival of Lights drawing nigh, the Diwali celebrations at school began a week before the Diwali vacations which commenced from the 4th of November. Students from Nursery, Junior and Senior KG prepared lanterns using simple craft material; those of Grade II painted and decorated diyas; whilst students of Grades III to V prepared greeting cards. The outcome was a wonderful display of these creations. The students’ innovative minds proved that creativity and talent has no boundaries.

During the Diwali celebrations that raged through the hallways of the school, the teachers taught student the significance of the festival, how good conquered evil; they taught them about the culture and traditions relating to the festival; whilst also elaborating how Diwali is celebrated across India.

Teachers also shared the guidelines of environment friendly options to celebrate Diwali whilst sensitising the students about the ill effects of crackers,

The entire presentation filled the hearts of all students with the spirit of Diwali and they enjoyed the celebration wholeheartedly.

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas

Pune, Maharashtra | 31st October, 2023

In accordance to the circular issued by the CBSE Board (Circular No: Acad-124/2023), our school celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on 31st October, 2023 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the first Union Home Minister of the Central Cabinet of Independent India.

CBSE directed Schools to conduct an Oath-taking Ceremony at their campuses which was duly abided by school. Our school's CBSE Activities in-charge, Ms. Swaleha Mujawar read out the pledge (enclosed in the Annexure). It was unanimously voiced by all students and faculty in the presence of our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni.

The celebration via a mass pledge truly brought home the lesson of the nation standing together in fortified unity… something that is so very essential in today’s dynamic conditions.

Spreading the Word:
The Pre-Diwali Nukkad Natak

Pune, Maharashtra | 30th October, 2023

Students of Grade IX and X participated in a nukkad natak. The 12 participants were accompanied by their teacher, Ms. Darshana Kamat, and performed a skit themed on reducing pollution during Diwali.

With the Festival of Lights approaching, celebrations bring with it the intense bursting of crackers which in-turn spread not just air pollution but also sound and litter pollution that results from it.

Thus this effort was made so as to raise awareness. We laud our young participants who went to Orabelle Street, Ravet and performed the nukkar natak there. We also thank Ms. Darshana Kamat for taking the initiative to spread the word.

A special mention and gratitude goes out to Ms. Jeetkaur Sodhi who scripted the natak.

Laurelled with a Wreath of Diamonds:
Being Awarded the QS I-Gauge Diamond Rating

Pune, Maharashtra | 27th October, 2023

It is with great pride that we announce that S.B. Patil Public School has been awarded the Diamond Rating by the QS I-Gauge.

This remarkable achievement will set S.B. Patil Public School on the same platform and at par with many other international and global educational institutions.

We as a school are humbled yet honored to be recipient of this prominent award. This could not have been achieved without the ceaseless efforts of the principal, Dr. Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; the section coordinators: Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Vandana Sangle, Ms. Archana Prabhune, Ms. Nayna Taru and Ms. Payal Nihalani; administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and every one of our academic and administrative faculty.

A standing ovation goes out to our Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. V.S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish Desai, Executive Director for their unabating support, devout guidance and belief in us all.

And finally, we extend our profound thanks to the parents whose persistent contributions; and the students, whose painstaking hard work have, in unison, brought and raised S.B. Patil Public School to a pedestal wherein it found a place worthy of such sterling stature.

With Love to Our Dada-Dadis and Nana-Nanis:
Celebrating Grandparents’ Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 28th October, 2023

"Love is the greatest gift one generation can leave another." - Richard Garnett (1835 – 1906)

Grandparents hold our hand for just a little while but our hearts forever. We can feel that by seeing the beautiful relationship between grandparents and their grandchildren. And to celebrate this love, S.B. Patil school arranged Grandparents’ Day on 28th October, 2023 to celebrate every silver-haired family member

The event started with the welcoming of grandparents by our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini and other respective school leaders. Post-inauguration, the grandparents engaged in participating in many activities and playing many games.

They showed talent with known games, and sporting nature to those that were new for them. They clicked lot of photos in the selfie corners that our artistic and creative teachers made for them, and even participated in a ramp walk whilst dancing to the beats of the music played. The day ended with yummy snacks served to the beloved grandparents by school as a token of love, affection and appreciation.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni for organising this memorable event.

We also thank all the pre-primary and Grade I and II faculty members for all the hard work and preparations that went into making all the creative furnishings, and for carrying-out the event.

Let’s Read Another Book:
The Let’s Read Book Fair

Pune, Maharashtra | 25th to 28th October, 2023

Let’s Read, a book distributing company organised another book fair for students and faculty alike from 25th to 28th October, 2023. The event was held in the multipurpose hall wherein books for all age groups were displayed for the students.

Students, who came to visit the fair in batches based on grade and section were asked to view and choose the books between the 25th and 27th of October. They then, along with their parents bought the books on the 28th which also was Open Day and Grandparents Day.

We thank our school for hosting such events wherein both students and staff get the opportunity to inculcate and build on the habit of reading. Also, we thank Mr. Mukesh Jadhav and the team from Let’s Read; and, of course, our librarians for organising the event,

Matters of Construction:
On an Educational Trip to Curb Pollution

Pune, Maharashtra | 25th October, 2023
by Aditya Thombare (X-A)

On 25th October, 2023 our group of Grade X students: Aditya Thombare, Darshil Mali and Sunidhi C. from X-A; Anuj Narkhade from X-B; and Shruti Bodke from X-C visited a construction site on the following date in order to learn more and inform them about the harm caused to them by the dust pollution caused during construction.

This visit was part of the GreenLine project, which aimed to visit a construction site and inform labourers about the health risks posed by pollution.

Darshana Ma'am, the secondary section coordinator, was with us. She mentored, guided and assisted us through the project.

We spoke with the head of a nearby construction site after going there. We told them about the effects of the dust pollution and how it happens. Comprehending this matter, we elucidated to them the preventive measures for the corresponding issues.

We were surprised to find that they were already implementing most of these fixes, some of them even more effectively. There, we had an excellent discussion with the head.

We received information that we were unaware of and we imparted knowledge to them that they were unaware of. All in all, we had a great learning experience with this. The fact that the labourers and those performing the groundwork were aware of it and secure was crucial. Additionally, each of us gained invaluable practical experience that will undoubtedly come in handy in the future. We are all incredibly appreciative that the school gave us this wonderful opportunity.

The Climate Action Project 2023

Pune, Maharashtra | 25th October, 2023

As part of the Climate Action Project 2023, students of Grade IX: Vidhi, Aabha Kulkarni, Adhyan Batra, Devesh Pawar, Isha Avhad and Bhairavi Sarode along with their teachers and mentors Ms. Darshana Kamat and Ms. Trupti Zarkar successfully participated in a virtual meeting about causes, effects and solutions to climate change on 25th October, 2023. The students presented a PowerPoint presentation to put forth their points.

Other participating schools were Veda Vyasa DAV Public School, New Delhi; Brahm Dutt Blue Bells Public School, Gurugram; JBCN International School International School, Mumbai; Unida Christian Colleges, Phillipines; and Ion Luca Caragiale College, Ploiesti, Romania.

Mock Reverse Emergency Drill Conducted

Pune, Maharashtra | 23rd October, 2023

To ensure the safety of its students and staff, S.B. Patil Public School conducted a mock reverse drill om 23rd October, 2023 for all classes ranging from Nursery to Grade XII. Reverse emergency drills are conducted to prepare one in case of an external emergency such as riots, terrorist attacks, earthquakes, etc.

As soon as the alarm sounded in the halls of the school, the faculty members and support staff ensured that all students were rushed into the classrooms. Doors were locked as students kneeled below desks imitating what would be done in case of an external threat or earthquake.

We thank the school’s Emergency Response Team for conducting this drill and instilling preparedness in all students and staff.

Speaking of Cybersecurity…:
The OWASP Student Chapter PCCoE Seminar

Pune, Maharashtra | 13th October, 2023

On 13th of October, 2023, the OWASP Student Chapter PCCoE, a stand-alone chapter in Pune conducted a session on cybersecurity at S.B. Patil School. The OWASP Student Chapter PCCoE is a team dedicated for working fully towards cybersecurity and creating cyber awareness among the students, and have conducted various fun events through which they have shared the message: “Cyber Security is a Shared Responsibility”

October is celebrated as a Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the OWASP Student Chapter PCCoE organised a month-long event named CYBERKAVACH that consists of several events through which they are spreading cyber awareness.

The session conducted at S.B. Patil School were specifically designed for Grade VIII and were as follows: Definition of Cybersecurity, Types of Hackers, Social Engineering, Phishing, Mobile Device Security, Social Media Use, Removable Media, Passwords and Authentication, Cyber Bullying and case studies

The OWASP Student Chapter PCCoE helped create basic level awareness amongst the Grade VIII students through this session. We thank all the members who gave their valuable time and conducted this session. We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; and vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda for granting permission to conduct this insightful seminar. We hope we for more of such sessions in future too.

Honoured by the Lions Club… Again!

Pune, Maharashtra | 9th October, 2023

On 9th October, 2023, prominent members of the Lions Club, Akurdi visited our school and personally felicitated the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini. This prestigious honour was bestowed for Dr. Saini’s contribution in the field of education.

This is the second time Dr. Saini has been honoured by the Lions Club. A veteran in the field of education for a near three decades, and as someone who has progressed through every strata of the system, Dr. Saini is deserving for all of her efforts to ensure the overall and holistic development of both the students and staff at S.B. Patil Public School.

On behalf of every faculty member here at S.B. Patil Public School, we wholeheartedly wish Dr. Saini, “Congratulations!”

Making Wellbeing a Priority:
The One-week Health Camp

Pune, Maharashtra | 16th to 23rd October, 2023

If the holistic development of its students and faculty is part of S.B. Patil Public School’s creed, so is ensuring their safety, security and wellness. And thus, S.B. Patil Public School organised a one-week health check-up from 16th to 23rd October, 2023.

A team from Yashashri Hospital, Ravet, headed by Dr. Rohit Petkar checked both students and staff. 3,380 students and 200 staff inclusive of teaching, administrative and support staff were examined by the team.

Dr. Petkar even held an interactive session with the higher grade students to discuss the issues of general and dental hygiene, TV and internet usage, etc.

We thank our school nurses, Ms. Sujata Bhalerao and Ms. Kalyani Jadhav; Dr. Petkar and the team from Yashashri Hospital; and our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale for organising this health camp

 

 

 

Celebrating the Colours of Navratri

Pune, Maharashtra | 20th October, 2023

To instill within our students a sense of spirituality and devotion, and to emphasise the traditions and essence of Navratri, a dance and garba was organised for the students of the Yellow House of Grade I and II in the school auditorium on 20th October, 2023.

Students adorned traditional attires and danced to the beats and steps of the garba. They even watched a video that depicted information about Navaratri explained the importance the festival.

 

Towards an Eco-friendly Diwali:
The Grade I and II Diya Making Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 20th October, 2023

To help students expand their creativity, learn about the need for conserving the environment, all whilst celebrating the Festival of Lights in its true spirit, on 20th October, 2023, the students of Grade I and II bought eco-friendly earthen diyas and painted them. They even enhanced the grace of their diyas with different decorative materials.

Teachers went on to teach why is it important to celebrate Diwali in an eco-friendly way. Students thoroughly en joyed this activity as it not only built their team spirit but helped hone their creativity and taught them the valuable lesson of having an eco-friendly Diwali.

 

Committed to Eradicate Hunger:
Celebrating Goodie Foodie Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 16th October, 2023

Food tastes better if its healthy and shared with others.

World Food Day is celebrated annually on October 16th. It is a day when people come together to take action against hunger, to declare their commitment to eradicate starvation, and imbibe the habit of healthy eating.

Both the pre-primary and primary sections partook in celebrating World Food Day. As millions of people in the world do not have enough food to lead a healthy active life, the students were taught the importance of having healthy food sans wastage through the Goodie Foodie Day activity,

The tiny tots of S.B. Patil Public School celebrated the Goody Foody Day in their own creative manner under the guidance of the teachers. They made fruit custard using finely chopped fruits and dry fruits mixed in vanilla custard, and Monaco biscuits topped with a slices of tomatoes, corn and cucumber. They even made vegetable salad which the little ones delightfully decorated with attractive designs and patterns.

Students of Grades I to V celebrated the day with Grade I and II students bringing different coloured healthy food such as fruits and vegetables. Grade III students brought homemade traditional Indian food and spoke about it in a few lines. Students of Grade IV brought various chopped and boiled vegetables, and made healthy vegetable salads in school. Finally, students of Grade V brought various boiled sprouts to make sprouts bhel in class.

The students were motivated not to waste food as wasted food means wastage of money and effort which is never good for anyone. They were taught the importance of eating a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables that are loaded with significant nutritional value and health benefits.

The teachers even encouraged them to adopt healthy eating habits as eating well is fundamental to good health and wellbeing: “Healthy eating helps us to maintain a healthy weight and reduces the risk of many diseases.” All students learned the value of good nutrition as an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle combined with physical activities.

Celebrating Health:
At the PCU NutriSoul Wellness Exhibition

Pune, Maharashtra | 16th October, 2023

The Department of Nutrition and Psychology at the School of Sciences, Pimpri Chinchwad University organised a wellness exhibition: “NutriSoul” on Monday, 16th October, 2023 from 08:30am 04:00pm to commemorate World Mental Health Day and World Food Day. Vice Chancellor Dr. Manimala Puri; and Pro Vice Chancellor, Dr. Rajiv Bharadwaj were also present for the event.

The Chief Guest was Dietician, Dr. Richa Shukla, Head of Clinical Nutrition, Hon. Secretary, Indian Association for Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition (IAPEN). The highlights of the event were: free fasting blood sugar check-up, free blood pressure (BP) check-up, BMI check-up, muscle strength test, personality test and an Emotional Intelligence test.

Dr. Richa Shukla was of the opinion that Sustainable nutrition and mental health leads to a happy life and is a way to a successful life.

The first batch students of BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics organised the entire event of NutriSoil. The first batch of BSc in Clinical Psychology was also present there. Faculty members present there enthusiastically explained about Nutrition and Dietetics’ scope in the field of science, and its prospects as a career.

S.B. Patil Public School students: Sahil Wagh and Swara Patil of IX-D; Ishita Jadhav of IX-E; Aarohi Nikam of IX-G; and Vedant Nichit X-A attended the event along with school counsellor, Ms. Sabitha Parmodh; and school career counsellor, Ms. Susmita Roy.

Overall, the exhibition organised was immensely interesting. It showcased a multitude of aspects that lead to overall physical and mental health and positivity. Our students learned and took back a lot from the visit that will surely and certainly not only benefit them, but also their friends and family, and of course the fellow students of our school.

Inspiring Creativity:
The Lantern-making Workshop

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th October, 2023

On 14th October, 2023, S.B. Patil Public School organised a lantern-making workshop for the teachers of Grade III to V. The workshop was conducted by the art and craft teacher, Mr. Kuldeep Ghadage.

All teachers enthusiastically participated in this fun-filled workshop whose objective was to inspire and bring about within them creativity, and promote artistic excellence.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini, vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; section head, Ms. Archana Prabhune; and art and craft teacher, Mr. Kuldeep Ghadage for organising this inspirational workshop.

Especially for the Bookworms:
The Grade IV and V Bookmark Making Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th October, 2023

To inculcate a habit of reading, the students of Grade IV and V participated in a bookmark making activity on 14th October, 2023.

Using innovative ideas, students made a variety of bookmarks with the help of origami and craft paper. They even decorated the bookmarks to make each one more captivating and alluring.

Art Integration in Science:
The Grade III Leaf-tracing Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th October, 2023

14th October. 2023 was a bagless day for the students of Grade III to V. On that day, students of Grade III enjoyed a leaf-tracing activity. Students brought leaves of different sizes and shapes; traced and coloured them in their art books; and then labeled the parts of the leaf.

Students of Grade III have currently been studying the parts of a leaf in their science chapter: “The World of Plants”. The aim of this art-integrated activity was to help students explore leaves of different shapes, colours and textures, to hone in their artistic skills, all whilst understanding and learning the science topic being taught, “The Different Parts of the Leaf”.

Winning the Eldrok India K-12 Award

Pune, Maharashtra | 11th October, 2023

We are proud to announce that on 11th October, 2023, S.B. Patil Public School won Eldrok's India K-12 Award 2023 for Excellence in Promoting Extra-curricular and Sports Education Programmes. The prestigious event was held at at J.W. Marriott, Pune.

On behalf of the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; and representing S.B. Patil Public School, the lead coordinator, Ms. Nirupama Kale received the award.

We congratulate everyone at S.B. Patil Public School especially our principal, Dr. Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; all the section coordinators; teaching and non-teaching faculty; our students; their parents for their hard work, support and encouragement that helped S.B. Patil Public School reach such high standards that merit this award.

We owe immense gratitude to the Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director for their never-ceasing support and guidance.

Towards Mental Wellbeing:
The Mental Health Awareness Week Sessions

Pune, Maharashtra |4th to 10th October, 2023

Our school celebrated Mental Health Awareness Week from 4th to 10th October. As part of the programme, the school counsellor, Ms. Sabitha Pramodh conducted mental health and wellbeing awareness sessions for students of Grade IX and X. Topics included: an awareness session for Grade IX students; role-play for Xth graders; and positive note-making, poster making, and sending notes of gratitude note to one other for both grades.

Through these sessions, students were made aware of why mental health needs to be given equal importance as physical health, ways in which one can better one’s mental health, and methods to cope with the stress and strains of daily life.

We congratulate all students for participating so enthusiastically.

We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and especially our school counsellor, Ms. Sabitha Parmodh for organising these sessions.

At the School Safety Committee Meeting

Pune, Maharashtra | 6th October, 2023

On 6th October, 2023, the school’s Safety Committee held a meeting in the Trust Office to discuss pressing issues of dispersal arrangements, mock drills, cleanliness and maintenance, toilets for CWSN, overall student discipline, and other topic raised with the permission of the chair.

Chaired by our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; what was most interesting about the meeting was that not only did both administrative and academic faculty heads and members partake in the meeting but also members from the Student Council were part of it.

Students especially brought new insight and perspective to situations and solutions. They lent a student perspective, and did not shy from giving their valuable suggestions.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal; Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; administrative manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale and all the other members of the school’s Safety Committee for organising this meeting to ensure the overall safety and wellbeing of our students.

Going Topsy Turvy:
Celebrating Mismatch Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 5th October, 2023

On 5th October, 2023, S. B. Patil Public School organised Mismatch Day for the students of Grade I and II. The aim was to help students understand the concept of dressing properly according to the occasion.

Students posed happily in their mismatched attire. They used their creativity and imagination to adorn a combination of varied clothing including different pairs of socks and shoes, and even hair styles.

A Reflection and Remembrance of Two Great Leaders:
Celebrating Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shashri Jayanti

Pune, Maharashtra | 3rd October, 2023

T o honor the memory and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, one of the most prominent figures in India’s struggle for independence from British colonial rule, on Tuesday, 3rd October, 2023, the Green House of Grades I and II conducted a special assembly celebrating Gandhi Jayanti and Lal Bhahdur Shastri Jayanti.

Mahatma Gandhi played a pivotal role in India’s fight for independence in a non-violent way. Gandhi Jayanti is a day of reflection, remembrance, and reverence for a man whose leadership and principles were instrumental in India’s struggle for independence and who continues to inspire movements for peace and justice worldwide. It serves as a reminder of the enduring relevance of Gandhi’s philosophy and values in today’s world.

Students explained a PPT on Gandhiji’s quotes. Also they delivered speeches to tell about the life of Gandhiji and how he helped our country to gain freedom from British Government. Students went on to sing a song, “Sabarmati ke Sant Tune Kara Diya Kamal”. They even performed a mime act to show Gandhiji’s journey. Finally, Ms. Pallavi Arali gave a speech on Lal Bhahdur Shrasti, his life and contribution to the nation.

Students thoroughly enjoyed the assembly and learned that non-violence and truth are one of the most important values we have to follow in our life.

Ridding the Rubbish:
Participating in the CBSE Cleanliness Drive

Pune, Maharashtra | October 2023

As per the circular received by the CBSE, S.B. Patil Public School organised a cleanliness drive in early October 2023. The drive consisted of the Student Council Members of Grade IV and V.

In accordance to the circular, on the occasion of “Gandhi Jayanti”, the Ministry of Jal Shakti and Ministry of Education, Govt. of India observed the “Swachhata Hi Seva” Campaign with active involvement of students, teachers and community to spread the message of cleanliness, sanitation and hygiene in the society.

The campaign was to be celebrated by undertaking “Shramdaan” activities with schools requested to undertake Cleanliness Drive: “Ek Tareekh Ek Ghanta”

The students were also accompanied by principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and section coordinator, Ms. Archana Prabhune. Faculty who accompanied the students were dance teachers, Mr. Ajay Chawaria and Ms. Varsha Kulkarni; and administrative faculty, Mr. Shrikant Thite and Dr. Rohit Sarkar. Also present were a maushi and our school gardener.

The students and faculty assembled outside school where principal, Dr. Saini motivated students by telling them the importance of not littering: be it at work, school or home; and the necessity to keep and maintain cleanliness. They went on to collect dry garbage into large bins. This was then taken to the school for apt disposal.

We thank all the faculty members for organising this event that instilled in our students the corporate-social responsibility needed.

The CBSE Physicial Inspection and Audit

Pune, Maharashtra | 27th September, 2023

On 27th September, 2023, a CBSE Inspection was conducted at S.B. Patil Public School. Mr. Anway Chikate, Principal, Podar International School, Koparde, Satara; and Ms. Jayashree Jadhav, Principal, Shantiniketan School at Morewadi, Kolhapur were the members of the inspection committee who came for the physical inspection.

Arriving by 08:00 am, they were greeted by the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; Administrative Manager, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and the Adminstration Department Team.

After a brief welcome, they were escorted by the principal, vice principal and administrative officer around the school where in they watched the morning assembly and were introduced to the various faculty members.

Post breakfast, the Inspection Committee then began their physical assessment.

They inspected the school infrastructure including the playground, sports ground, the computer and science labs, the sports room, music and dance rooms… reviewing to see if all equipment is present and intact.

They oversaw a lesson observation; proceeded to review the school documentation; met PCET Chair Person, Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle; and later also met with the students, EPTA and SMC members.

The indepth inspection continued past lunch until 03:30pm in the afternoon.

The inspection was photographed and recorded as per the CBSE guidelines. The auditors were immensely pleased with the way S.B. Patil Public School is run and managed. And they recommended the school for double-shift arrangement.

Leading the Way:
A Career Guidance Session

Pune, Maharashtra | 23rd September, 2023

On 23rd September, 2023, a career guidance seminar on psychometric analysis and career counselling was conducted for the students and parents of Grades IX to XII. Organised by S.B. Patil Public School and the school's Career Cell headed by Ms. Susmita Roy, the team from Viosa - an edtech company - spoke about the essentiality of career guidance right from an early age, and the need for psychometric analysis to understand areas of strength.

There was an overwhelming response by parents who lavished the faculty of S.B. Patil Public School and the team from Viosa with gratitude for organising the fantastic session

We sincerely thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; and vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and especially our Career Counsellor, Ms. Susmita Roy for organising this event. We also the team for Viosa for their time, dedication and the guidance they provided. And finally, we thank our students for being part of this seminar, and our parents for the eternal support they extend us.

Learning Through Films:
The Swachh Bharat, Swachh Vidyalaya Campaign

Pune, Maharashtra | 21st September, 2023

The Swachh Bharat, Swachh Vidyalaya or Clean India: Clean Schools is a national campaign that aims to ensure that every school in India has a set of functioning and well maintained water, sanitation and hygiene facilities.

The film Let's Change is based on a real project that was attempted in a city of Gujarat in India. This project was carried out to change the unclean environment caused by rampant littering and spitting.

The success of the project led to making this entertaining film with an intention to inspire replication of the enjoyable and interesting ideas in parts of the world, especially where filth and uncleanliness is a common thing.

As per the State Board’s guideline, the film was shown to all students of Grades I to X. The movie whilst thoroughly enjoyable, also acted as a great motivator to help students understand the imperativeness of cleanliness and the need to quit littering. Post watching the movie, students, they cleaned their classrooms, and maintained that cleanliness within.

In Peace and Goodwill:
The International Day of Peace Special Assembly

Pune, Maharashtra | 21st September, 2023

With the aim to encourage people to make this world of ours a peaceful and better place to live in, on 21st September, 2023, the Blue House students of Grade IV celebrated International Day of Peace in a special assembly in the school auditorium.

They performed songs, speeches, poems and mime acts on peace and how we can create it. Through these, students spread the message of peace by explaining its importance and how it affects on our life.

Through this activity, students understood that to sustain peace, we must build it every day, in every society, with every one by working together towards a better common future for all

Learning Life’s Skills:
Understanding the UN’s SDG 15 - “Life on Land”

Pune, Maharashtra | 20th September, 2023

In the month of September 2023, another life skill class based on the United Nation’s SDGs was conducted for the students of Grade IV with the topic “Life on Land”.

About Goal 15

The aim of the SDG is to Global Goals. Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests.

Procedure

A detailed explanation of the UN’s SDG Goal: Life on Land was given by the teachers. Students then discussed how one can make the earth a beautiful place to live for everyone. They all went on to draw pictures of life on land and write slogans about saving our earth. Students even engaged in riddles on guessing fruits’ names.

Learning Outcomes

Students learned the following:
1. The importance of protecting and saving our environment, its ecosystem: all the flora and fauna.
2. To enhanced ways of living that do not cause harm to the environment.
3. To save our non-renewable resources for the future and use renewable energy sources such as solar power, water and wind.

For a Greener World and a Cleaner City:
The Clean-up Drive and Rally

Pune, Maharashtra | 18th September, 2023

Organised by S.B. Patil Public School, 28 students of Grade IX partook in a Clean-up Drive and Rally on 18th September, 2023. Themed on "Water Conservation", under the GreenLine initiative, students cleaned the area near the Pawna River at Ravet. They were accompanied by faculty members, Ms. Trupti Zarkar and Ms. Ashwiner Suryawanshi.

They collected and segregated all waste as biodegradable and non-biodegradable into trash bags. The collected waste was sent to the municipal corporation

This activity aided students to understand the imperativeness of environmental protection, the need to restrain waste disposal in nature, the effort that goes into cleaning up and rectifying the damage, and overall, the respect and value for and towards our environment.

We sincerely th ank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; and vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda for organising this event. We also thank our faculty members, Ms. Zarkar and Ms. Suryawanshi for mentoring and accompanying our students, and for every grain of hard work they put into making this green activity a success.

Prepping for Ganesh Chaturthi:
The Primary Ganesh Idol Making Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 15th September, 2023

To help students understand the importance of celebrating festivals in an eco-friendly way to protect the environment whilst simultaneously enhan cing their creativity and imaginations, a Ganesh Idol Making activity was held on 15th September, 2023 in the school’s multipurpose hall

Students of Grade I to III made idols using clay. Grade IV students made a Ganesha idol with help of peepal tree and hibiscus plant leaves. Grade V students make Ganesha idol with help of shadu matti

We thank the CCA team and all the teachers who assisted for organising the event and helping students make such beautiful idols

Celebrating Hindi Bhaasha Diwas with a Special Assembly

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th September, 2023

Hindi is our raaj bhaasha, and Hindi Bhaasha Diwas is celebrated to commemorate this. To understand the significance of Hindi and Hindi Bhaasha Diwas, the students of Grade II celebrated the occasion with a special assembly in the school auditorium on 14th September, 2023.

Preparations for the day had begun a month ago. On the day of the event, they performed a skit on Hindi matras, gave a speech on the importance of Hindi as a language in our lives, they recited a kavita or poem on Hindi, narrated dohe and gave their meaning, and even performed a dance. Students enjoyed the hasya kavi sammelan which was also part of the programme.

We thank all the CCA team, and the Hindi Language Department faculty for mentoring our students and organising such a wonderful programme.

Celebrating the Life of a Great Leader:
The Founder’s Day Special Assembly

Pune, Maharashtra | 13th September, 2023

Annually, September 13th is commemorated as the death anniversary of the founder of the Pimpri Chinchwad Education Trust, who was also a great leader, mentor, Late Shri. Shankarrao Bajirao Patil

The students and faculty of S.B. Patil Public School honoured this day by organizing a special assembly. The assembly commenced with primary teacher, Ms. Jasmina Kamdar giving an introduction about our founders, and the immense service they have rendered to society

Students of the Red House of Grade V presented showed immense gratitude for the vision, dedication and hard work of Shri Patil sir, and his impact on our institute, and society as a whole.

The students performed bhajans, and narrated speeches in Hindi and English. Parth Shahdapuri of V-G even went on to recite a poem composed by primary teacher, Ms. Smita Jadhav.

We thank the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; all the section coordinators and teachers; and the the CCA committee members, especially Ms. Sujata Bhoite for overseeing the preparations. It was truly and event that gave homage and reverence to our founder.

Prepping for Safety:
Mock Fire Drills Conducted

Pune, Maharashtra | 11th and 14th September, 2023

S.B. Patil Public School has always ensured the safety of its students in many ways: from security at entry and exit points to CCTV cameras, and various committees amongst other methods.

Another measure taken are periodic evacuation drills. On 11th September, 2023, the Nursery to Grade V faculty were given training on reverse evacuation drills, wherein, should an exigency such as riots or external attacks occur, how students and faculty must evacuate into the safety of the school building to their respective classrooms along with their teachers.

A surprise mock fire drill was conducted on 14th September, 2023 for all classes: Nursery to Grade XII. All students promptly evacuated the building along with their class teachers to the playground and basketball court wherein they assembled until called back in .

We thank our Sports Department headed by Mr. Dhanaji Patil; and all the faculty and Student Council members of the Health and Wellness Committee for organising and conducting the drill

A Talk on Adolescence and Teenage Issues :
In Conversation with Dr. Kothale

Pune, Maharashtra | 9th September, 2023

On 9th September, 2023, a talk and discussion was organised for S.B. Patil Public School’s faculty with Dr. Sujata Kothale. The talk was on adolescence and teenage issues faced by students. The discussion was open-ended with Dr. Kothale speaking about various aspects on the subject, and faculty members raising a multitude of questions.

Overall, the conversation was an extremely eye-opening one with questions being asked on sensitive issues that could not have been talked on a regular panel.

And thus, we are thankful to Dr. Kothale for giving us her valuable time and expertise. We are also grateful to our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni for granting us all this opportunity.

All About Micro:bit:
A Discussion with Alumnus, Amey Ajgar

Pune, Maharashtra | 9th September, 2023

The BBC micro:bit is an award-winning programmable device that allows students to get hands-on with coding and digital making. Use it to inspire your students to recognise the power of technology in the real world.

On 9th September, 2023, Amey Ajgar, an alumnus of S.B. Patil Public School - who has also started his own tech-company, Skillectronics – and is deeply invested in micro:bit and its applications – visited school to have a one-on-one discussion with our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini.

The discussion was about organising an orientation programme for students about micro:bit and its applications, and its formal announcement at Avishkar 2023, an inter-school science event that will be held in the mid of October. They further discussed about proposing a “Youth Research Programme” that would be aimed at teaching students how to conduct research. The deliberation proved positive as Dr. Saini showed great interest bringing all said to fruition.

We are thankful to Amey for lending us his time and bringing this great opportunity to our doorstep.

The Student Leadership Conference 2023
Pune, Maharashtra | 8th to 10th September, 2023

by Dhawala Patil (X-A), Sunidhi C. and Vidhi C (X-C)

The 7th Student Leadership Conference was conducted from 8th to 10th September, 2023 with the theme of “Me to We”. From the SLC 2023, we had a lot to take away: skills, values, friends, memories. Every activity that was conducted instilled a skill inside the students that enabled them be good leaders.

The journey towards leadership started from the inaugural session itself. Leaders: Amita, Sudarshan and Pankti shared their leadership stories, which taught many lessons. Then was a session on teamwork at the destination, Asia Plateau, Panchgani, where teamwork was taught via games, activities and discussions.

The second day was a long one. It began with a Gamethon session by Manish Freeman Sir, where everyone met new people and made good friends. After that, we had 4 parallel sessions to attend. The first one, conducted by Anand Sir, was all about story-telling and communication, the skills that a good leader must possess.

The second session was conducted by Manish sir, that was all about knowing yourself and the people around you, which also contained games and activities. The third one, by Sameena ma’am included discussions on acts of kindness and discussions on safe space that a leader has to create. The fourth session contained discussion on the problems around us and their solutions, which included brainstorming, innovation and presentation skills. Then was the trust building session by the teachers of organizing school with discussion on unconscious biases. At the end of the day, an entertainment program was also arranged.

The third day of the conference started with a session in which we were set free to explore nature in solitude and silence. It also contained meditation. The last activity was the world cafe, in which we discussed about social media, sitting in the cafeteria. The concluding session included alumni stories and the valedictory. The leaders were felicitated and the student leadership conference came to a close.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini ma’am; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda ma’am; Ms. Swaleha Mujawar ma’am and all our teachers who mentored, and gave us this wonderful opportunity.

Celebrating International Literacy Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 8th September, 2023

To remind students about the importance of literacy for the betterment of communities, societies, and individuals, an International Literacy Day Special Assembly was organised by Green House students and faculty on 8th September, 2023.

Grade III students performed a sk it and dance to show importance of literacy in our life. They also presented a song to depict importance of teachers. They explained the meaning of literacy and gave information on the number one literate state in India, and country in the world.

One student even went on to present a poem on literacy that emphasized: if we are not literate then there is no value of our life. Primary teacher, Ms. Ankita Thakare explained the importance of books in our life, and how reading helps us to not only grow individually but also contribute positively to society.

Overall, it was a great eye-opening performance by all the students of the Green House. Through this, students understood and realized the importance of literacy in our life so as to better our communities, societies, and individuals.

The Little Radha and Kanhaiyas of SBPPS :
Celebrating Krishna Janmashtami

Pune, Maharashtra | 6th September, 2023

Janmashtami is celebrated to symbolise the end of darkness and the vanquish of evil.

Krishna Janmashtami was celebrated at S.B. Patil Public School by the staff and students of the pre-primary and primary sections on 6th September, 2023. Children were dressed in ethnic wear as Radha and Krishna. Various activities on the theme of Janmashtami were conducted in the classes to develop creativity and an aesthetic sense within students.

A splendid and graceful dance performance was presented by the tiny tots on melodious songs of devoted to Lord Krishna. It was a beautiful presentation as the little ones twirled to joyous melodies. Through these performances, students communicated the message: "Every moment of life is worth a celebration. The more you praise and celebrate life, the more there is in life to celebrate."

To inculcate social and mythological values, and cherishing togetherness – all of which is taught by Krishna Jayanti - the holy occasion that brings people together in unity and faith, the primary sections of Grades I and II too celebrated Krishna Janmashtami.

Teachers of the green house took charge to celebrate the occasion. Students came in dressed as Krishna and Radha, and performed Krishna Leela skits. They also presented a song on the life of Krishna, and explained Mahabharat shlokas and their meaning. Finally, presented the song “Choti choti, Gaiya Chote, Chote Gwal” as they enjoyed the dhahi-handi celebrations that brought the event to a close.

All-in-all students learned that celebrating festivals together brings joy, happiness, and togetherness in our life.

Celebrating Teacher’s Day with a Wins:
Laurelled with the Kamal Sharma and ICWP Awards

Pune, Maharashtra | 5th September, 2023

To recognise her dedication in fostering excellence in education, Dr. Bindu Saini, the principal of S.B. Patil Public School, was awarded the Kamal Sharma Award for her role of Excellent Enablers by the Lexicon Group of Institutes in a grand ceremony on 5th September, 2023.

Dr. Saini was also the proud recipient of the ICWP Global Academic Excellence Award 2023 for her dedication, innovative strategies and invaluable contribution to worldwide education.

Our heartiest congratulations to Dr. Saini for this meritorious wins. We also thank the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director for ensuring that every faculty member and institute head grow and excel holistically.

The Primary Section Community Helpers Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 4th September, 2023

On 4th September, 2023, a Community Helpers activity was carried out so as to broaden the children’s horizons and help them understand the world outside their homes specifically about community helpers: people whose services are of immense value to society. The objectives also included stimulating the students’ imagination and enhance their social development skills.

Students donned costumes and used props as part of their narratives. The dressed up as policemen, doctors, soldier, teachers, pilots, etc. Students described each character’s role in two to three lines. They presented their views happily emphasizing how proud they were to be dressed as community helpers and how they loved their jobs.

Mid-session, a quiz was incorporated which further aroused the excitement of the students. They enthusiastically participated in the quiz. The session ended with nursery rhyme videos on community helpers being displayed for all to learn via play way.

We thank all the teachers and faculty membe rs for working with our students and mentoring them to learn the tasks and jobs our community helpers undertake with the message of gender equality strongly emphasised as well.

On Keeping Egos Intact, and the Art of Communication:
The Day-long Administration Department Faculty Training

Pune, Maharashtra | 2nd September, 2023

On 2nd September, 2023, S.B. Patil Public School's Administration Department faculty underwent an all-day training session on "Keeping Egos Intact, and the Art of Communication Using the Communication Tool-Kit" by Dr. Pranay Oswal, the Founder and Managing Director of IQube.

At 09:30 am, all the faculty assembled in the school’s 6th floor computer lab wherein the programme commenced. Ms. Monu Dekate, the HR Executive welcomed the Dr. Oswal, and Dr. Rohit Sarkar, the Media and Publishing Department Executive introduced him giving all present a briefing on the background and achievement of Dr. Oswal.

The training was a highly interactive one with faculty members generously interacting, questioning, responding and engaging with the resource person. Dr. Oswal spoke on myriad subtopics such as: types of communication, the Communication Toolkit, factors impacting communication, knowledge and transformation, the art of disagreeing and complementing, diplomacy, body language and stereotyping, and self-esteem and respect, to name a few.

We are immensely grateful to Dr. Pranay Oswal for sharing his valuable time and expertise on the subject with all of us. We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and administrative officer, Mr. Manish Dhekale for organising such an insightful and interactive session for us all.

We also thank the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director for imbibing the culture of holistically developing not just our students, but our faculty as well.

Towards Quality Education:
Understanding and Implementing the UN’s SDG #4

Pune, Maharashtra | 28th August, 2023

On 28th August, 2023, a skill workshop was organised for the students of Grade IV on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #4: Quality Education which was the goal selected for the month of August. The goal that was selected for the month of August was Quality Education.

INTRODUCTION

Quality Education: Free primary education and secondary education, equal access to quality pre-primary education, equal access to affordable technical, vocational and higher education, universal literacy and numeracy, eliminate all discrimination in education

Sustainable Development Goal #4 aims at ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. This goal ensures that all girls and boys complete free primary and secondary schooling by 2030. It also aims to provide equal access to affordable vocational training, to eliminate gender and wealth disparities and achieve universal access to a quality higher education.

The objectives of Goal #4 are:

1. By 2030, ensure that all girls and boys complete free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education.

2. All girls and boys have access to quality early childhood development, care and pre-primary education so that they are ready for primary education.

3. By 2030, ensure that all youth and a substantial proportion of adults, both men and women, achieve literacy and numeracy.

4. Eliminate gender disparities in education and ensure equal access to all levels of education and vocational training for the vulnerable, including persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples and children in vulnerable situations.

5. Affordable equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational and tertiary education, including university.

6. Ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development.

7. By 2030, substantially increase the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent jobs and entrepreneurship.

8. By 2030, substantially increase the supply of qualified teachers, including through international cooperation for teacher training in developing countries, especially least developed countries and small island developing States.

THINGS ONE CAN DO TO IMPLEMENT GOAL #4

1. Make a donation to a charity you want to support. Any donation, big or small, can make a difference!

2. Donate your used books.

3. Promote and take free online courses.

4. Visit your local school and ask what school supplies they need.

5. Mentor young people.

6. Provide tutoring and homework assistance, teach a language or deliver a lesson on Global Goals.

7. Stay informed. Follow your local news.

PROCEDURE

1. Every Friday, students are taught about the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and the theme for the month.

2. On 11th August, we discussed about the goal and showed PPT and videos based on it. We informed them about various facts about quality education- its present status and what we aim for.

3. On 18th August, we discussed about things to be done to achieve the goal along with the student’s inputs to make it possible. This helped the students to understand the importance of education.

4. On 25th August, we asked the students to prepare slogan on “Quality Education”.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The students…

1. Understood and related to the importance of the role of education.

2. Expressed facts about quality education.

3. Discussed and explained things to do.

4. Deliberated on ways to contribute to a progressive and healthy society.

5. Raised awareness about importance of quality education for all.

6. Recognised the importance of their own skills.

Learning Life’s Skills:
Prioritising Good Health and Wellbeing

Pune, Maharashtra | 28th August, 2023

INTRODUCTION

On 28th August, 2023, a life skill class based on the Sustainable Development Goal: Good Health and Wellbeing was conducted for Grade IV.

This goal addresses all major health priorities: reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health; communicable and non-communicable diseases; universal health coverage; and access for all to safe, effective, quality and affordable medicines and vaccines.

The Sustainable Development Goals lay out a uniquely ambitious and compre hensive agenda for global development by 2030. NITI Aayog is the nodal institution for achieving SDGs in the country, leading the 2030 Agenda with the spirit of cooperative and competitive federalism.

TARGETS

1. This goal addresses all major health priorities: reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health.

2. Communicable and non-communicable diseases; universal health coverage.

3. Access for all too safe, effective, quality and affordable medicines and vaccines.

4. Targets of Sustainable Development Goal 3 to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

5. By 2030, reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100 000 live births.

6. A target list consists of a group of individuals or organizations you want to include or exclude in a mass marketing campaign.

THINGS TO DO

1. Mentor young people.

2. Provide a healthy workplace

3. Encourage 'reduce, reuse, recycle'

4. Support education of the future generation – locally or globally

5. Prioritize child and adolescent health and well-being, including mental health.

PROCEDURE

1. Every Friday students are taught about Sustainable Goal and the theme for the month.

2. On 15th December, we discussed about the goal and showed PPT and videos based on it. We informed them about various facts about Good health and well-being and its present status and what we aim for.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The students learned about the following things:

1. Understand and relate the important role of Good health and well-being.

2. Express facts about Good health and well-being.

3. Discuss and explain things to do!

4. Contribute to a progressive and healthy society.

5. Raise awareness about importance Good health and well-being for all.

6. Recognise the importance of their health.

EVIDENCES

Introduction of the topic via PPT

A Mission to Remember:
Robotics Activities to Celebrate the Chandrayaan-3 Landing

Pune, Maharashtra | 24th August, 2023

On 24th August, 2023 students of III-A, E and H; IV-A, V-B, &-A, F and G; and VII-D participated in Robotics activities to celebrate the historic landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the lunar south pole, whilst students of Grade II-E and G partook in activities to understand the concept of living things.

Under the activity entitled, “Chandrayaan 3: A Mission to the Moon”, students of Grade VII and VIII made models of the lunar lander and rover using NXT kits with the objective to understand and design space-related robotics models, the significance of space missions, and various features of Chandrayaan. The lunar rover was programmed to move across the lunar terrain.

Grades III to V prepared models of the Vikram Lander again with the objective to understand and design space-related robotics models, what is meant by a space mission, the various features of Chandrayaan-3, and how the soft landing was beneficial to accomplish the mission. Using the S&T (for Grade III) and Wedo kits (for Grades IV and V), students built the lander models

Students of Grade II had the topic: “To build Human Beings, Trees and Animals” with the objective to understand the meaning of what living things that can breathe, feel, grow, move, etc. They used ESM kits to build models of human beings, trees and animals thus understanding the topic by making examples of living things.

We thank our Robotics faculty, Ms. Sayali, Ms. Aakansha, Ms. Sneha, Ms. Asha, Ms. Varsha and Ms. Sandhya for conducting these multiple activities to teach students the fundamentals of space missions and technology through commemoration of an event of such significance.

Hosting the SketchpaintXprs Award Distribution Ceremony

Pune, Maharashtra | 19th August, 2023

S.B. Patil Public Public School is proud to have hosted the SketchpaintXprs Award Distribution Ceremony on Saturday, 19th August, 2023. The event, for which preparations started nearly a fortnight in advance, had as its audience the institution directors, principals, activity faculty and students from 22 schools all over Pune. Maj. Gen. Sanjeev Dogra was the Chief Guest for the grand event. He was accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Manisha Dogra. Other guests for the event were: Mr. Bijay Kumar, Mr. Dasvekar, Ms. Kanan Patel and Mr. Raj Kumar.

Students of S.B. Patil Public School participated in the SketchpaintXprs for India Programme which was organised by the B.N. Srivastav Foundation, Pune in 2022-23. Through this programme, students from Grades I to XII prepared rakhis whilst in school. Nearly 700 submissions were received. These were boxed, packed and shipped to the army headquarters in New Delhi, from where they were sent to our brave soldiers on the frontlines.

The Award Distribution Ceremony commenced at 10:00 am with the arrival of Maj. Gen. Sanjeev Dogra who was escorted in procession from the school premises to the auditorium. On arrival, and the commencement of the programme which was compered by Mr. Raj Kumar, the National Anthem was sung to which everyone stood at attention.

Following this was the lamp-lighting ceremony with the Saraswati Vandana being sung by the S.B. Patil Public School choir. Students of our school then performed an invocation fusion dance which received the applause of the audience.

Also, another captivating performance was that by Siddhi Bohara and Vivaan Gupta from Kreative Change and Fitistan. Both youngsters, who were gold medalists in the inter-school yoga competition, and are currently heading for the national competition, performed body-bending feats that left the audience awe-struck.

With the yoga performance receiving a wholesome ovation, Mr. Raj Kumar gave an introduction of Maj. Gen. Dogra who was then felicitated by Dr. Saini and Ms. Patel. Maj, Gen. Dogra took the stage to address the audience with a motivational and immensely inspirational speech on never losing hope even amidst the greatest trials and challenges.

Mr. Dasvekar, who was also one of our prime guests then spoke about the journey of SketchpaintXprs for India since its foundation in 2006. He elaborated on how the organisation was formed with the intent of giving back to our brave warriors who fight for our security on the frontlines.

With these riveting and applause-grabbing speeches coming to a close, the award ceremony then commenced. Maj. Gen. Dogra, Ms. Dogra, Dr. Bindu Saini, Ms. Patel, Mr. Dasvekar and Mr. Bijay Kumar presented trophies and certificates to the principals, activity teachers and students from each of the 22 schools as the audience applauded and cheered on.

As the event neared a close, Mr. Bijay Kumar presented the Vote of Thanks, expressing his gratitude to one and all who made the event a grand success. But this was not the end. On ending the Vote of Thanks, group photographs were taken with Maj. Gen. Sanjeev Dogra and Mrs. Dogra: one with solely the principals, one with the activity teachers, one with all the student participants, and one with the faculty of S.B. Patil Public School.

Our wholesome gratitude goes to Mr. Bijay Kumar and the team from SketchpaintXprs for India; and our chief guests for the event, Maj. Gen. Sanjeev Dogra and Mrs. Manisha Dogra; and also Mr. Raj Kumar, Mr. Dasvekar and Ms. Patel for being amidst our presence.

We thank the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; the vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; the administrative officer, Mr. Manish Dhekale; faculty and staff of S.B. Patil Public School especially Ms. Erekar Durga Bhavani, Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Payal Nihalani, Ms. Nayna Taru, Ms. Deepika Kannao, Mr. Dhanaji Patil, Mr. Shrikant Thite and Dr. Rohit Sarkar for aiding is the event.

We owe our gratitude to the art and activity faculty: Mr. Kuldeep Ghadge and Ms. Kranti Kulkarni; to our music faculty, Ms. Sulochana Pawar and our dance instructor Mr. Ajay Chawaria for organising the musical performances; and our IT team member, Mr. Aman Yadav for assisting in the display and sound.

We also profoundly thank the members of the Student Council and all the other students who helped out and performed so wonderfully, wholeheartedly devoting their time, effort, emotions and heart to this programme; and also to the parents without whose support this event would not have been possible.

Finally, a round of applause goes to the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director for their never-ending guidance.

To India’s 77th Independence Day:
A Week of Patriotic Celebrations

Pune, Maharashtra | 11th to 17th August, 2023

On 14th August 1947, at the stroke of midnight, our nation, India was rebirthed into total independence. It has been 77 years since, and to celebrate the occasion, the students and staff at S.B. Patil Public School organised a multitude of events days before the big day celebrations.

Pre-primary Colouring Activities

To make the students of the pre-primary section understand the importance of this day, the little ones celebrated Independence Day on 14th August, 2023. Teachers enriched the students’ knowledge about our freedom fighters and national symbols by giving information and through songs.

Further, different activities like making national symbols using Grains Sticking, collage making, creativity of decorating national symbols with crumpled paper, drawing and colouring of the National Flag were, colouring of national symbols using finger dabbing, etc. were conducted for the Nursery, Junior KG and Senior KG classes.

Pre-primary Hindi Patriotic Song Activity

Music helps ignites all areas of child development: intellectual, creative, linguistic, social, emotional and even fine motor skills by helping the body and mind to work in cohesion. On account of Independence Day celebrations, our pre-primary section conducted a Hindi Patriotic song activity on 11th August, 2023.

Patriotic songs showcase our love and respect for our motherland. It expresses our devotion and inculcates reverence for our country blended with a sense of fulfillment and responsibility towards our country. And thus, this activity was organised to expose our children to music, enhancing their language and presentation skills, and to generate the value and respect for our national heroes.

The students sang patriotic songs with a lot of passion and confidence. They showcased a sense of pride, self-esteem and confidence for their country. It was really a great and proud feeling for the teachers to see their tiny yet dynamic soldiers display such patriotism, enthusiasm and energy.

The Grade V Red House Independence Day Special Assembly

On 14th August, 2023, the Red House of Grade V held a special assembly to commemorate Independence Day. They sang patriotic and Sanskrit songs, gave speeches, recited poems, performed a skit on Chandrayaan III and even gave a dance performance to end the grand show.

Comes Independence Day

On 15th August, in a grand celebration, S.B. Patil Public School celebrated the Nation's Independence Day. Celebrations began at 07:30 am with a march past welcome of our chief guest: Mr. Kailash Nath Singh, CPO, Indian Navy. The programme was organised, compered by and carried through primarily by the students and members of the Student Council.

With the hoisting of the National Flag and singing of the National Anthem, events included patriotic songs, dance performances to patriotic numbers themed on social issues, speeches in Hindi, English and Marathi, and a special message by Mr. Singh.

Ending the celebration, the EPTA members felicitated Mr. Singh, the chief guest; Dr. Bindu Saini, our principal; Ms. Padmavati Banda, the vice principal; and Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni, the school HM.

Post-Independence Day Celebrations for Grade I and II

On 17th August, a final celebration for organised Grades I and II. All 560 students from both grades participated in singing a patriotic song, giving a speech on Independence Day, and performing a dance to celebrate the occasion. The programme ended with a moving video on the occasion and the struggle every true citizen, freedom fighter and patriot underwent to achieve it.

A Note of Gratitude

We thank every person who contributed towards oragnising every programme during the past week. We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; the school administrative officer, Mr. Manish Dhekale; all the section coordinators: Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Vandana Sangle, Ms. Archana Prabhune, Ms. Nayna Taru and Ms. Payal Nihalani.

We also thank all the faculties: the pre-primary teaching faculty for organising the activities for our kiddies; the primary teaching faculty for the hard work they put in to the events held; and the CCA incharges: Ms. Sujata Bhoite and Ms. Erekar Durga Bhavani. Our gratitude goes to the music faculty: Ms. Sulochana Pawar and the team from Torrins Music; the sports faculty: Mr. Dhanaji Patil, Mr. Chandrakant Thombre, Mr. Shrikant Deshpande, Mr. Sandeep Ghadage, Ms. Gauri Utture, and Ms. Sunita Vasudeo. We owe our thanks also to the dance team: Mr. Ajay Chawaria and Ms. Varsha Kulkarni; and the IT team: Mr. Abhijeet Gaikwad and Mr. Aman Yadav.

A standing ovation to all the students and members of the Student Council who worked so hard to prepare and organise various programmes, events and celebrations; and a huge round of applause to all the parents, especially the members of the EPTA, without whose presence and support we could not have organised all these programmes to spread the joy of our nation’s 77th Independence Day.

A Word on Health:
A Session on Conjunctivitis and HFMD

Pune, Maharashtra | 12th August, 2023

On 12th August, 2023, a session on conjunctivitis and hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) was conducted for Grades III and IV by the school nurse, Ms. Sujata Bhalerao. She gave information on how to maintain hygiene, the symptoms of both diseases, and its treatment measures.

Whilst the session was verbal, Ms. Bhalerao also gave demonstrations to the students to magnify understanding.

We thank our nurse, Ms. Bhalerao; principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padma Banda; and HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni for organising this much-needed health session.

In Memory of Padmashree Dr. S.R. Ranganathan:
Celebrating National Librarian’s Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 12th August, 2023

12th August, 2023 marked the 131st birth anniversary of who is known as the Father of Library Science. Dr. Ranganathan a librarian and mathematician and his most notable contributions to the field were his five laws of library science and the development of the first major faceted classification system, the colon classification.

To commemorate the occasion, S.B. Patil Public School’s library team organised a book fair for the teachers, parents and students of Grades III and IV.

We thank the librarians, Ms. Swati Khaire and Ms. Anjali Garge for their motivation and dedication towards inculcating and spreading the habit of reading amongst students, faculty and parents.

Remembering the Martyrs:
The Maajhi Mati, Maajha Desh Campaign

Pune, Maharashtra | 12th August, 2023

On 30th July, 2023, during the 103rd edition of Mann ki Baat, Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri. Narendra Modi cited the unique idea to celebrate the 77th Independence Day: The Meri Mati, Mera Desh or Maajhi Mati, Maajha Desh campaign during the Amrit Mahotsav celebration. The campaign would be held from August 9 to August 15, 2023. and will honour and pay homage to our country’s martyrs.

On Saturday, 12th August, 2023, the Grade V students of S.B. Patil Public School’s students partook in the Maajhi Mati, Maajha Desh campaign.

The event commenced by taking the “Panchpran” oath in the school’s auditorium after which they gathered and proceeded with the rally chanting slogans such as: “Maajhi mati, maajha dhesh”, “Total literacy, no poverty”,” Anekta mai ekta; Yehi Bharat ki vishestha”, Mitti ko naman, veeron ka vandan”, etc.

We congratulate all 123 students for partaking in this event. We also thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini, vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda, HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; CCA incharge, Ms. Sujata Bhoite; and all the faculty who organised the event. We also congratulate each one heartily.

In Honour of Our Armed Forces:
The Rakhi-making Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 10th and 11th August, 2023

To create a platform for students to express their gratitude and respect towards the armed forces, the students of S.B. Patil Public School - as part of the Sketchpaint Xprs project - brought craft materials from home, and whilst at school made hand-made rakhi’s for the armed forces.

Students immensely enjoyed this as they felt it a privilege and honour to make rachis for those brave soldiers on our frontlines. Through this, they learned values of gratitude, unity, empathy, creativity, patriotism and a sense of responsibility towards the well-being of the nation.

From Innovation to Startups, to Industry 4.0:
At the Y20 Summit Event

Pune, Maharashtra | 4th August, 2023
by Hridaya Nawal (X-E)

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and disruptive innovation, the Y20 Summit of Innovation, Startups, and Industry 4.0 held at D.Y. Patil College of Engineering on 4th August, 2023 emerged as a pivotal event at the intersection of visionary ideas and transformative technology. This dynamic convergence, insightful and immersive experiences, brought together trailblazers from the realms of startups, industry leaders, and the cutting-edge landscape of Industry 4.0.

More than 15 students from our school attended this summit which focused on Industry, Innovation, 21st Century Skills, and Start-Ups. The esteemed keynote speakers like Dr. Abhay Jere, Dr. Arvind Shaligram, Mr. Dinesh Virkar and successful startup entrepreneurs as Panel Member Speakers like Mr. Jeetendra Sharma, Mr. Rajesh Pawar, Mr. Yogesh Shinde, Mr. Uday Deo, Mr. Manish Potdar, Mr. Amit Bansal, Mr. Kapil Shelke were a storehouse of knowledge.

The young minds of our school got an opportunity to interact with the guest of honor who dispelled the train of doubts in young eminent minds of our students. It was a platform for participants to engage in meaningful discussions, share innovative ideas, and collaborate on solutions that can create a positive impact on society. This summit fostered networking opportunities, empowered youth to become agents of change, and encouraged them to take an active role in shaping the future.

The Youth Summit was not only a space for learning and dialogue, but also a catalyst for generating innovative approaches to address the challenges that affect our world. Speakers painted a vivid picture of the ever-evolving Industry 4.0 landscape, where startups' ingenuity was poised to redefine industries and catalyze progress.

The speakers highlighted the need of the youth to be more problem centric rather than being technical centric because a problem centric mind leads to an innovation which further leads to a startup which thus contributes to the economy of the nation.

Attendees explored real-world applications, paving the way for informed decisions and strategic shifts. Panel discussions focused on the symbiotic relationship between startups and established corporations. Experts explored how collaborations, teamwork, and strategic partnerships could unleash untapped potential, driving innovation and propelling Industry 4.0 adoption to new heights.

The summit concluded with a resounding call to action. Speakers emphasized that the path to Industry 4.0 excellence rested upon collective determination, disruptive thinking, and continuous adaptation.

I would like to thank and extend my sincere gratitude towards our honorable Principal madam, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda ma’am; and our teacher, Ms. Anjali Gugale for mentoring us so extensively. I also thank our school alumnus, Mr. Prabal Mehrotra for inviting us to this event.

The students who attended this seminar are as follows:

S. No.	Name	Grade
1.	Apoorva Joshi	X-A
2.	Arya Joshi
3.	Atharva Patil
4.	Darshil Mali
5.	Jayesh Khachane
6.	Mrunmai Marne
7.	Sanjana Gaikwad
8.	Vaishnavi Hirave
9.	Anuj Nerkhede	X-B
10.	Hinay Dhagalia
11.	Ojas Tiwari
12.	Rudransh Patil
13.	Anvi Ammannavar	X-C
14.	Sarthak Patani
15.	Yadnyi Pawar
16.	Hridaya Nawal	X-D
17.	Jitesh Reddy	X-E
18.	Vaibhav Ojha

Remembering Lokmanya Tilak:
The Tilak Punyathiti Special Assembly

Pune, Maharashtra | 1st August, 2023

August 1st marks the death anniversary of Lokmanya Tilak and to remember his great deeds a prayer service was organised in the school. Students were also made aware of his immense contribution to the freedom struggle.

On this occasion, Tilak’s portrait was adorned with a garland and a special lamp was burnt in his memory. Students of Grade IV performed a skit, recited a poem, sung a song, and narrated a speech and story on this great leader.

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure:
A Life Skill Class on the UN’s SDG 9

Pune, Maharashtra | 31st July, 2023

On 31st July, 2023, a life skill class themed on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, with the topic Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure was conducted for the students of Grade IV.

In 2015, the United Nations set a number of ambitious goals to be achieved in the next 15 years to make our world a better place for everyone: end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. The UN Sustainable Development Goals, a collection of 17 global goals set by the UN’s member countries, are a roadmap on how to transform our planet where everyone can live in peace, prosperity, and dignity.

The goal that was selected for the month of July was “Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.” Goal 9 seeks to build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialisation and foster innovation.

About Goal 9

Industry is the production of goods or related services within an economy. Innovation is a new idea, device or method. Infrastructure refers to the fundamental facilities and systems serving a country, city or area, including the services and facilities necessary for its economy to function.

The targets for this goal is to: develop sustainable, resilient and inclusive infrastructures; facilitate sustainable infrastructure development for developing countries; support domestic technology development and industrial diversification; universal access to information and communications technology; and enhance research and upgrade industrial technologies

Realising the Goal

1. Make donations, it does not matter if it is a small amount, to research institutes. Enhancing scientific research will contribute to the upgrade of the technological capabilities of industrial sectors.
2. Support a charity that invests in achieving goal 9.
3. Enhancing scientific research will contribute to the upgrade of the technological capabilities of industrial sectors.

Procedure

1. Every Friday, students are taught about a Sustainable Goal and the theme for the month. On 7th July, 2023, we informed students about Goal 9 via a PPT and a few videos, we informed them about Industry Innovation and Infrastructure and why it is important in our life.

2. On 14th July, 2023, we asked the students to decorate their classrooms in innovative ways. This helped students to implement their ideas, and they enjoyed it a lot. Further, we asked students to prepare various decorative items and paste it on the soft board.

3. On 21st July, 2023. we asked students to bring a chart along with small pieces of papers, and explained to them the concept of waste and importance of waste segregation. As part of the activitiy, they also prepared badges for ‘Wet Waste and Dry Waste’ to stick on the waste bins at home.

Learning Outcomes
Students learned the following:

1. To create better ways of life without destroying the environment and resources for the future.
2. Overcoming the many interlinked economic, social and environmental challenges in the 21st century.
3. It is also important to remember that not only the government and companies can help to achieve SDG 9.
4. A big or small help can make a difference. Get yourself involved!!!

Of the Students, By the Students, For the Students:
The Investiture Ceremony 2023-24

Pune, Maharashtra | 28th July, 2023

It was that time of the year when S.B. Patil Public School, in a magnificent ceremony, held the Investiture Ceremony for the Annual Year 2023-24.

The investiture Ceremony is an Annual Event wherein students elected by the students themselves, the teachers, and the principal were sworn in to occupy various posts in the Student Council. The Council acts as mediator between the students and faculty, and will take part in the functioning of the school.

The Student Council includes members from all the four houses. The roles include those of the head boy and girl, house captains, and the in-charges of home affairs, sports and culture, environmental affairs, I&B, etc. - all of which comprise of 24 student leaders.

They have to maintain discipline, communicate information from students to teachers and vice versa, and assist in and organise co-curricular activities at the student level. They shall aid in the smooth functioning of the school by helping the teachers and management to delegate work and responsibility.

They shall also be part of various committees and clubs formed in the school, and participate in Student Leadership Camps/ Programmes.In addition to this, student leaders were also chosen from the primary grades for overseeing the Foundational and Preparatory Levels.

In the grand event, which was held in the school's auditorium on Monday, July 31st, 2023. CCA Incharges, Ms. Erekar Durga Bhawani and Ms. Sujata Bhoite compered, as they welcomed all Student Council Members and faculty present. This was folloed by principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and section coordinators, Ms. Vandana Sangle and Ms. Archana Prabhune lighting the lamp, invoking the blessings of Goddess Saraswati.

Following this, the Tilak and Badge Awarding Ceremony commence d wherein one by one, the student elects were called and tilaks applied, and badges awarded at the hands of principal, vice-principal and house-teachers.

Secondary and primary sections house teachers were as follows:

1. Blue House: Ms. Mohini Nair, Ms. Sucharita Roy and Ms. Rupali Patil
2. Green House: Ms. Nishtha Nath, Ms. Richa Sharma and Ms. Samruddhi Jadhav

3. Yellow House: Ms. Neha Niphadkar, Ms. Amrapali Nikalje and Ms. Mamta Kanheri
4. Red House: Ms. Priyanka B, Ms. Aparna Pandey and Ms. Sulochana Pawar

The principal, Dr. Saini then called all students forward, whilst all faculty stood at attention. She then led the students in the Oath-taking Ceremony.

She then went on to thank all those who were part of making the event a grand success, with special emphasis on the parents, who are the pillars of support.

With the Investiture Ceremony now coming to a close, all stood at attention to sing the Vande Mataram. Ms. Bhoite led the gathering to the conclusion of the programme with the Vote of Thanks.

And Thus, the grand ceremony ended. Of course, a group photo was taken not just for official purposes but also so as to create a fond memory for students.

We congratulate all the students who are now part of the student council. Their names and designations are as follows:

S.B. PATIL PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL (A.Y. 2023-24)

S. No.	Portfolio	Student Name	Grade and Divison
1.	Head Boy	Atharva Bhise	X-E
2.	Vice Head Boy	Darshil Mali	X-A
3.	Head Girl	Dhawala Patil	X-C
4.	Vice Head Girl	Sunidhi	X-A
5.	Blue House Captain	Arohi Bahendwar	X-C
6.	Green House Captain	Vaidihi	IX-C
7.	Red House Captain	Manasvi Jadhav	XI-C
8.	Yellow House Captain	Roneet Chaudhari	X-C
9.	Blue House Vice Captain	Eshita Patil	VIII-C
10.	Green House Vice Captain	Niharika More	X-C
11.	Red House Vice Captain	Hetarth Parmar	IX-F
12.	Yellow House Vice Captain	Aditi Naik	IX-B
13.	Home Affairs Incharge	Vaibhav Ojha	X-E
14.	Home Affairs Co-Incharge	Shravani Kulkarni	X-B
15.	Sports & Cultural Activities In Charge	Aayush Gaike	VIII-A
16.	Sports & Cultural Activities Co-Incharge	Mahika Rege	IX-C
17.	Environment Awareness In Charge	Sumedh Chavan	VIII-D
18.	Environment Awareness Co-Incharge	Unnati Magar	X-D
19.	Information & Broadcasting In Charge	Vaidehi Verma	IX-E
20.	Information & Broadcasting Co-Incharge	Anuj Narkhede	X-B
21.	Health & Safety In Charge	Aarohi Nikam	IX-G
22.	Health & Safety Co-In charge	Harshwardhan Marathe	X-C
23.	IT & Cyber Security In Charge	Vedant Nichit	X-A
24.	IT & Cyber Security Co-In charge	Shivam Phulpagare	X-C

Once again, our heartfelt thanks also goes to our management and board members for their unwavering support and vision, which has paved the way for the growth and success of our institution. Your guidance and leadership have been instrumental in shaping the future of our students.

We are exceptionally grateful to our hardworking and dedicated team of faculties. Your relentless efforts, passion, and commitment have played a pivotal role in nurturing the talents and skills of our students, helping them realize their full potential.

We would also like to appreciate the PT team: Ms. Gauri Utture and Mr. Shrikant Deshpande for training the students; the CCA incharges, Ms. Erekar Durga Bhavani and Ms. Sujata Bhoite for overseeng the ceremony; the IT department who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the smooth conduct of this investiture ceremony… and our support staff.

Last but not least, to all the young leaders and achievers who have taken up their new responsibilities today, congratulations on your well-deserved position. Your dedication, enthusiasm, and determination are commendable, and we are confident that you will lead by example, inspiring others to follow in your footsteps.

We finally thank all o ur parents whose support has been a ray of confidence to keep us going up the path of success.

In conclusion, we wish all the members of the Student Council the very best as they take on the responsibilities they are now in charge of.

A Memorable Field Trip to Tolani Maritime Institute

Pune, Maharashtra | 28th July, 2023

by Darshil Mali | X-A

On 28th July, 2023, all Grade X students from sections A to E embarked on an exciting field trip to Tolani Maritime Institute. The day was off to a promising start as we, a total of 180 students, gathered at the school campus at 8:30 am, eagerly awaiting the adventure that lay ahead. Accompanying us were our teachers: Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Nirupama Kale, Ms. Rachana Sisodiya, Ms. Leena Verghese, Ms. Niveditha Biswas, Ms. Rashami Godiya, Ms. Anita Suryavanshi and Ms. Susmita Roy.

The journey to the institute was a delightful experience, thanks to the lush greenery that surrounded us due to the ongoing rainy season. The beauty of nature outside the windows added to our excitement, making the trip feel like a refreshing getaway.

Upon reaching the institute, we were warmly welcomed by Captain Sharma, who gave us a fascinating introduction to the world of Merchant Navy. His insights and experiences piqued our interest and left us inspired to explore the possibilities this field had to offer.

Tolani Maritime Institute left a strong impression on us with its well-equipped facilities and machinery, tailored to cater to the needs of Merchant Navy aspirants. The campus was not only modern but also impeccably clean and well-maintained, creating a conducive environment for learning and growth.

The staff at the institute were friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable. They graciously answered all our queries, leaving us with a sense of assurance that this institute would indeed provide an excellent learning experience for those seeking a career in the maritime industry.

One aspect that stood out to us was the institute's emphasis on sports and recreational activities. In addition to academics, the institute promoted physical fitness and mental well-being through sports such as badminton, table tennis, swimming, and boating. The availability of these activities added a fun and balanced dimension to the learning process.

As the clock struck 01:30 pm, it was time for us to bid farewell to Tolani Maritime Institute and head back to our school campus. Despite our departure, the memories of this wonderful field trip will stay with us for a long time. We returned with a newfound appreciation for the Merchant Navy profession and a deeper understanding of the opportunities that await those who venture into this exciting field.

I would like to conclude by saying that the trip to this institute was not only a memorable and fun experience, but was also quite an informative one as many of the aspects of Merchant Navy which were unclear to us students before were cleared and elaborated greatly upon, with a spice of useful information on the top.

The enriching experience of exploring the campus, the students' life, the staff's personalities and the overall reverie that the institute had was mesmerizing and truly a wonderful experience. I am sure it encouraged many of the students to set merchant navy as their career goal for their bright futures.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini ma’am; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda ma’am; and all the teachers who accompanied us who helped us get such a memorable experience. Thank you!

Loyalty, Strength, Wisdom and Trust:
Celebrating Blue Colour Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 28th July, 2023

The pre-primary and primary sections of S.B. Patil Public School celebrated Blue Colour Day on 28th July, 2023. The objective of the activities held were to recognise the colour blue through different games and play-way activities.

Blue symbolises loyalty, strength, wisdom and trust; and all the children came dressed up in different shades and hues of blue

The classrooms were decorated considering blue as a theme. The significance of blue colour was reiterated through various activities like paper dabbing, palm printing etc which made an amazing learning experience and had a long lasting effect on each child. To make the activity more inclusive, children brought different objects like toys, decorative items, and drawings based on the theme.

All-in-all, it was a pleasant and cool Blue Colour Day for all students.

Folding it Right:
The Grade I and II Origami Puppet and Bookmark-making Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 25th July, 2023

When students follow instructions through the paper-folding challenges, both the motor and visual areas of their brains are activated.

Students practiced their activity with the help of newspapers cut-outs and then they did their final activity using craft paper. Grade I students made puppets of dogs, elephants, butterflies and rabbits whilst Grade II students made origami bookmarks and foxes using craft paper. Without a doubt, students enjoyed the activity.

Encouraging an interest in art and craft, honing the needed creative skills, promoting language development, learning behavioral skills and building social relationships are essential traits needed for overall social, emotional and mental development. And this is why students are encouraged to partake in numerous activities of all sorts.

On Winning the Peace Ambassador Award

Pune, Maharashtra | 22nd July, 2023

We heartily congratulate S.B. Patil Public School's principal, Dr. Bindu Saini who was honoured with the prestigious Peace Ambassador Award for her efforts towards harmony, and building lasting alliances within the education system - all to ensure the overall excellence in academia.

The grand award ceremony was held on Saturday, 22nd July 2023 at the Principal's Conclave organised by Brighter Minds in association with Heartfulness, Ashwini International School and Bharti Bhawan.

The theme was "Education as Seen by Children" wherein students and parents participated in panel discussions on education from students' and parents' vantage point.

Once again, we congratulate Dr. Bindu Saini for this prestigious win. We also thank the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director for their never-ending guidance.

Towards a Sustainable World:
At the G20-themed Education Summit 2023

Pune, Maharashtra | 16th July, 2023

On Sunday, 16th July, 2023, S.B. Patil Public School hosted the G20-themed Education Summit 2023. The event was organised by Dr. Pratik Mungekar, scientist, researcher and published author; and Dr. Sarvajeet Kirad, Founder ScholarsTree Educare Private Limited and Vedgunn Foundation. Compering of the event was done Amey Ajgar, a Grade X graduate (2022-23) and alumnus of our school.

The event was organised to celebrate India’s presidency in the G20 event but also to bring about the radical change education and society deserves through students… who are the future of our country. The event was also a bridge between our current students and the alumni.

The event saw many prominent Guests of Honour: Ms. Kajal Chhatija, Adv. M.s P.S. Potdar, Dr. Prachetan Potdar and Dr. Sarvajeet Kirad; and Special Guests: Mr. Basavaraj Navalli, Ms. Sunita Rai, Dr. Shakir Shaikh, Ms. Anita Peer, Mr. Prakash Bhapkar, Ms. Preeti Dabadi, Ms. Shweta Pankaj and Dr. Capt. Ritu Biyani.

The event commenced with the lamp-lighting ceremony. This was followed by a grounding presentation by Dr. Pratik Mungekar who spoke on education and its changing and emerging trends. He emphasised on societal changes, and how the government and education sector can work together towards solving today’s societal issues.

Students from Grades VI to XII partook in the event with selected students speaking on their topics with immense passion and enthusiasm.

The speakers and topics spoken on are as under:

S. No.	Student’s Name	Grade	Topic
1.	Parnika Abhang	IX	Geopolitical Issues
2.	Aditya Ganjare	IX	Global Health
3.	Rudra Kudkar	IX	Global Health
4.	Dhawala Patil	X	Sustainable Development
5.	Netra Chhapparwal	X	Educational Issues
6.	Sanjana Gaikwad	X	Global Economy and Financial Stability
7.	Darshil Mali	X	Digital Economy and Innovation
8.	Avani Bibave	X	Global Governance
9.	Diksha Banik	XII	International Trade and Investment
10.	Stuti Jha	XII	Financial Inclusion
11.	Riddhi Vaidya	XII	Social Issues and Gender Equality
12.	Nehal Chawda	XII	Global Governance

The audience comprised of parents, fellow students, and faculty who wholesomely and wholeheartedly applauded each student’s performance.

Dr. Prachetan Potdar took the stage and spoke on social media, its reach and influence, and how to effectively use social media for one’s person, educational and professional growth. Dr. Capt. Ritu Biyani, via a captivating presentation, spoke about her battle against cancer, her accomplishments in the army throughout the years, her passion for mountaineering, and her work to continue educating people about cancer. This was greeted by applause from every member in the audience. Next taking the center stage was Mr. Basavaraj Navalli who went on to speak on effective communication.

Amey, who is also the CEO and Founder of Skillectronics (a company whose purpose is to develop technical and scientific temperament in the upcoming generations through various activities, and design courses in different domains for overall technical development of the future India), spoke about the ventures his company has and will be undertaking.

He also spoke on how will G20 play an instrumental role in developing a better education system with special emphasis on government policies like NEP 2020, NCF 2023 and NRF 2023.

The event was highly student-oriented to the extent that our school students themselves were volunteers, something that has never happened before. With the event coming to a close, all speakers, guests, faculty and volunteers received certificates and trophies for their participation.

As an educational institute, we are proud to be associated with Dr. Pratik Mungekar and Dr. Sarvajeet Kirad, both educationists who, like ourselves, strive every day to ensure excellence in education. We owe them our heartiest thanks for organising this event.

As we bring this article to a close, we wholesomely thank each and every one whose contribution, big or small, made this event a grand success:

We owe our gratitude to Dr. Pratik Mungekar and Dr. Sarvajeet Kirad for organising such an educative and insightful event. We also thank everyone from S.B. Patil Public School: Dr. Bindu Saini, Principal; Ms. Padmavati Banda, Vice Principal; Mr. Manish Dhekale, Administrative Officer; Mr. Dhanaji Patil, Sports Department HoD; Ms. Swaleha Mujawar, CCA Incharge; Mr. Shrikant Thite, Administrative Assistant; Mr. Aman Yadav, IT Lab Assistant; and Dr. Rohit Sarkar, Media and Publishing Department Executive.

We extend our gratitude to all the parents and students without whose presence and support, this event would not have been possible. We even laud our support staff whose dedicated assistance helped us immensely.

And last but not the least, we thank our PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director whose pursuit towards excellence in education has become the creed of every faculty member in the institutes under the PCET.

Building on the Bond to Pave the Way:
Attending the Alumni-led Career Guidance Session

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th July, 2023

On 14th July, 2023 S.B. Patil Public School hosted a career guidance session by our alumni for the students of Grade X.

The session was an inititiative take by Ms. Susmita Roy, the school’s career counsellor, who mentored our alumni and current students as well. Representatives from the alumni were Ms. Anushka Aloni, Mr. Sharvay Tiwari, Mr. Gaurav Bhagodia and Mr. Aman Bhoge.

Anushka, who is a BA in Psychology, talked about different career options available in psychology and the importance of it in tomorrow's world. She clearly differentiated between the passion and hobby and the need of it in one’s life.

Sharvay, who is a student of College of Engineering Pune Technological University was of the opinion that one should aim to get admission in good institution or university. Gaurav, a student of Hospitality and Hotel Administration, talked about different career path available after HHA. Aman, a student at IIT Madras said that aim should be fixed and all have to work towards it.

In summary, they all were of the opinion that to be successful in life one has to be focussed, disciplined and know about one’s skill and ability to work towards it. The students, who attentively listened and then interacted with their now graduated seniors found it to very informative.

At S.B. Patil School, we not only nurture students to be better citizens also imbibe the spirit of brotherhood amongst those who are presently in school and those who graduate. And this is why there exists a strong bond between not just our institute and faculty and our alumni, but also a spirit of mentoring between our current students and the pass-outs.

In closing, we thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; and school career counsellor, Ms. Susmita Roy for organising such a wonderful and insightful event.

Giving a Colgate Smile:
A Visit by the Dentist

Pune, Maharashtra | 8th July, 2023

If cleanliness if next to godliness, hygiene and cleanliness of every sort is important be it household, clothing wise, physical and even dental.

And thus, to promote dental health, S.B. Patil Public School arranged dental hygiene session for Grades IV and V on 8th July, 2023 which was also bagless day for students

The session was given by Dr. Sheetal Zende, parent of Shravya Zende of IV-G. She explained about types of teeth, reasons to tooth decay, how to take care of one’s teeth, foods that promote dental health, etc. She explained all of this via models of the mouth and jaw showing the steps how to bush and how to clean one’s teeth with help of floss.

The hour-long session that was held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am in auditorium ended with students asking queries. They all were very happy and enjoyed the session very well.

HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and section coordinator, Ms. Archana Prabhune thanked Dr. Zende by presenting her with token of gratitude: a book and a sapling. Overall it was an interesting activity that gave a chance to students to understand about dental hygiene

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; section coordinator, Ms. Archana Prabhune for organising such a wonderfully interactive learning session

Charting India’s Global Education Path:
At the QS I-Gauge’s 2nd Academic Excellence Conclave

Pune, Maharashtra | 6th July, 2023

On 6th July, 2023 QS I-Gauge organised the 2nd Academic Excellence Conclave at Sheraton Grand Hotel, Pune. The event saw as its audience academicians from all over the city with a panel that included: Ms. Deeksha Kalyani, Director, The Kalyani School; Dr. Bindu Saini, Principal, S.B. Patil Public School; Prof. Hrridaysh Deshpande, Vice Chancellor, Ajeenkya D.Y. Patil University; Ms. Astha Kataria, Managing Trustee, Ashoka Group of Schools; Dr. Seema Saini, CEO and Principal, N.L. Dalmia Educational Society; and Dr. Amrita Vohra, Director (Education), GEMS Education, India.

The panelists deliberated and discussed on various aspects of benchmarking and inclusion in holistic education, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), assessment driven learning, and global citizenship education.

We are immensely proud that our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini was selected to be an honoured member of the panel discussion, and we give her our heartiest congratulations.

We also thank our PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor , Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director whose pursuit towards excellence in education has become the creed of every faculty member in the institutes under the PCET.

In Reverence to Our Teachers:
Celebrating Guru Purnima

Pune, Maharashtra | 3rd July, 2023

“Gurus are like candles who burn themselves to give light to others.” – Swami Vivekananda

Guru Purnima is celebrated on 3rd July 2023 to honour our teachers and mentors. It marks the birthday of Veda Vyasa, the sage who authored the Mahabharata and compiled the Vedas

Teachers have always held a special place in the lives of their followers since ancient times. An age-old Sanskrit phrase “Matah Pitah Guru Daivam” states that the first place in a person’s heart and mind is reserved for the mother, second for father, third for Guru and fourth for God. Thus, teachers have been given a place higher than God.

A special assembly was organised by Grade III students on this day. They participated in the celebration by presenting cultural performances, reciting shlokas, gayatri mantras, delivering speeches, songs and dances all dedicated to their teachers.

Students performed a skit to show gratitude towards their gurus. Students even gave roses to our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini ma’am; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and coordinators, Ms. Archana Prabhune and Ms. Nayna Taru.

This assembly served as a platform to acknowledge the relentless efforts and dedication of our teachers in fostering holistic growth among students. This celebration was a testament to our deep respect and gratitude towards our teachers and mentors.

One of India’s 20 Pragmatic Women Leaders in K12 Education:
Dr. Bindu Saini Receives the Honour from Academic Insights

Pune, Maharashtra | 1st July, 2023

With a work history spanning 28 plus years across every level of academia, Dr. Bindu Saini is no less a veteran in the field who has spent the years ensuring excellence in the arena. And it is because of this, she has been recipient to numerous awards and accolades that honour her contribution to the field.

Once again she was recognised, this time by Academic Insights, an independent information web portal and a monthly magazine by being laurelled with India’s 20 Pragmatic Women Leaders in K12 Education award.

We wholesomely congratulate Dr. Saini on this paramount win. Her tenure as principal of S.B. Patil Public School has witnessed the colossal and inclusive growth and development of the school, its faculty and students,

We also thank the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director; under their leadership and mentorship, all the institutes under the PCET and the faculty within are continually striving for, reaching and crossing the pinnacles of success.

Fun with Math:
Engaging in Fun-filled Art Integrated Activities in the Math Lab

Pune, Maharashtra | June 2023

Chapter 1: Rational Numbers (Grade VIII)

In the month of April 2023 conducted creative activity in Maths Lab on Rational Numbers. Group Activity. Students made a rotating number wheel model showing properties of rational Numbers.

Chapter 3: Understanding Quadrilaterals (Grade VIII)

Throughout the month of June, the Mathematics Department conducted creative activities in the school’s Math Lab. The idea was to foster art integration within the numerical subject so as to help ease the understanding of various topics in Math for students of Grade VIII.

For this purpose, the faculty, who were teaching students quadrilaterals, conducted an activity wherein students made earrings and necklaces.

This art integration surely brought about a deeper understanding of a subject many students are scared of. We thank the teachers of the Mathematics Department for organising such a fun-filled, innovative and knowledge-driven activity.

Chapter 1: Integers (Grade VII)

In the month of April 2023 conducted creative activity in Maths Lab, students made Integer machine to understand the rules of Integers.

We thank the math teachers and department for investing such thought and creativity to make learning a subject like math so easy.

We bring is article to a close with testimonials from the students who were part of these activities.

“I, Gauravi A.M, am student of S.B. Patil Public School, Ravet, Grade VIII-D. As a student I enjoy doing math. The thing I love most in the subject is doing it practically in Maths Lab.

One of my favourite and superb activity was “Jewellery Making Using Quadrilaterals from Paper”. It also cleared my concepts about quadrilaterals and its properties. I even got beautiful and adorable jewellery to add to my collection. Thanks!” - Gauravi A.M. (VIII-D)

“I am the student of S.B. Patil Public School, and I want to narrate one of my experiences of about Math Lab wherein I learnt rational numbers.

As a student I want to say that due to the mathematics lab, the concept of the properties of rational numbers which I was felt was hard to understand in the classroom, was much easier to grasp.

As part of the activity in the lab, we made a rotational wheel through which I understood the properties of rational numbers very easily. It was a very creative and interesting activity, and our teacher taught us very innovatively. I enjoyed doing it. It cleared my concepts about the particular topic. It was such a wonderful experience for me in maths. Now I do not have fear of the topic.” - Rudra Kharatmol (VII-G)

Let there be Zero Hunger:
A Life Skill Session on SDG

Pune, Maharashtra | 29th June, 2023

In 2015, the United Nations set a number of ambitious goals to be achieved in the next 15 years to make our world a better place for everyone: end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. The UN Sustainable Development Goals, a collection of 17 global goals set by the UN’s member countries, are a roadmap on how to transform our planet where everyone can live in peace, prosperity, and dignity.

Hunger is the leading cause of death in the world. Our planet has provided us with tremendous resources, but unequal access and inefficient handling leaves millions of people malnourished

Every Friday, students of Grade IV are taught about Sustainable Goal and the theme for the month. The goal that we selected for the month of June was Goal # 2: Zero Hunger. The goal aims to end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.

On 9th June, 2024, students were informed students about the goal via a presentation and a few videos. They were informed about various facts about SDG #2: Zero Hunger and why it is important to eliminate hunger in the world.

SDG #2 also aims to provide universal access to safe and nutritious food, end all forms of malnutrition, double the productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, sustainable food production and resilient agricultural practices, maintain the genetic diversity in food production, invest in rural infrastructure, agricultural research, technology and gene banks, prevent agricultural trade restrictions, market distortions and export subsidies, and ensure stable food commodity markets and timely access to information.

To achieve these in our daily lives there are the following recommendations:

1. Make periodic donations to any charity you want to support.

2. Buy local and in-season food. Try to grow some of your own food.

3. Don’t waste food. Store produce and leftovers if you don’t have the chance to eat them before they go bad.

4. If we promote sustainable agriculture with modern technologies and fair distribution systems, we can sustain the whole world’s population and make sure that nobody will ever suffer from hunger again

On 16th June, 2024, students were asked to share their food with their classmates. At the end, they were asked to share their experience about food-sharing. This activity helped the students to understand the importance of sharing and why it is important to share food and how can they store it when in excess.

On 23rd June, the class was divided into various groups and students were asked to have a group discussion on the topics like End Poverty, End Malnutrition, Agricultural Subsidies, Donate Food and Support Local Farmers

Through this, students learned how to end malnutrition in all its forms; they learned about sharing of food when in excess; how to eliminate wastage of food; and how to support local farmers.

Walking with the पालखी सोहळा
Celebrating Ashadi Ekadashi

Pune, Maharashtra | 27th June, 2023

The showers of monsoon bring with them an array of festivals, Ashadhi Ekadashi being one of them.

On 27th June, 2023, the students of Grade I and II celebrated Ashadi Ekadashi with great enthusiasm. The objective of the celebration was to inform students about the culture of Maharashtra since it was a visually and linguistically expressive way to celebrate Maharashtra’s glorious heritage, culture and tradition. The occasion itself teaches us to forget enmity and embrace one another and create bond of love in an environment of cultural harmony.

With students dressed up as devotees: boys wearing dhotis, kurtas and topis; and girls wearing sarees and traditional dresses, two students dressed up as Lord Vithal Rukmai.

Teachers told the importance of the day, informing students that Ashadi Ekadashi is also known as MahaEkadashi. On this day, the devotees worship portraits of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. They spend the entire night singing hymns and prayers whilst keeping a fast.

They were also informed of how the famed Pandharpur Waari Yatra comes to an end on this day. Pandharpur God, Vithoba, an embodiment of Lord Vishnu is revered with devotion. The religious procession, or yatra, is a 17-day great event that draws travellers to this location. Palkhis featuring images of Maharashtra’s saints are also carried by them.

An image of Saint Dnyaneshwar is bought from Alandi; Saint Namdev’s image is brought from Narsi Namdev; Saint Tukaram’s image is brought from Dehu; Saint Eknath’s image is carried from Paitan; Saint Nivruttinath’s image is carried from Trimbakeshwar; Saint Muktabai’s image is carried from Muktainangar; Saint Sopan’s image is carried from Saswad; and Saint Gajanan Maharaj from Shegoan.

“Warkaris” is a name given to pilgrims. They perform Abhangas dedicated to God. Even a story was shown to them. Students took a round of the auditorium singing and dancing with the palkhi in their hands, and even played fugadi with their teachers. It was a moment worth cherishing.

In this way, teachers explained the importance of festivals which students enjoyed a lot.

Meantime, the pre-primary section of S.B. Patil Public School also arranged the Ekadashi palkhi procession. The little warkaris looked very cute in their traditional attire as they chanted "Vithhal Vitthal, Jai Hari!!"

Class teachers explained the importance of Ashadhi Ekadashi and the palkhi procession to students who understood the tradition. Teachers also narrated stories of Sant Dyaneshwar Maharaj and Sant Tukaram Maharaj.

The atmosphere was filled with gaiety and spirituality as students started the palkhi procession by reciting Bhajans and Abhangs of Sant Tukaram Maharaj and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj.

All teachers and staff members were enchanted by the enthusiasm of the tiny tots as they chanted, “ताल वाजे, मृदूंग वाजे, वाजे हरीचा वीणा। माउली निघाले पंढरपूर, मुखाने विठ्ठल विठ्ठल बोला। जय जय राम कृष्ण हरी।”

On an Educational Field Trip:
Symbiosis International University, Lavale

Pune, Maharashtra | 24th June, 2023

On 24th June 2023, the students Grade XI of S.B Patil Public School embarked on an educational field trip to Symbiosis International University. The primary objective of this trip was to expose the students to the academic environment of a prestigious university and provide them insight into higher education options.

Upon arrival at the university, the students were warmly welcomed by university representatives. The university staff provided a brief introduction history and academic offerings of the institution.

To give the students a glimpse of university academics, they had the opportunity to interact with faculty members from different departments. The teachers provided valuable information about their respective subjects, career prospects, and answered students’ queries.

In smaller groups, students attended presentations in three different labs on drone programming, robotics, artificial intelligence and machine learning. Students were also given a kit containing all necessary drone components. Experienced instructors guided them through the assembly process, explaining the purpose of each component, and how they work together to make the drone functional. The highlight of this activity was the flight session where students got an opportunity to see the working of their assembled drones.

In the robotics lab, students were introduced to the world of robots. Students gained a comprehensive understanding on the principles of robotics. The presentation on Artificial Intelligence was another interesting subject which students enjoyed. It began with a comprehensive overview of what Artificial Intelligence entails. Students were amazed to know how AI has already become an integral part human life.

At the end of the field trip, filled with excitement and enriched experiences, the student gathered to express their gratitude to the university faculty who had hosted the event. The representatives, in turn, reciprocated the gratitude, expressing their delight in hosting such enthusiastic and engaged students.

The field trip to Symbiosis University was an enriching experience for the Grade XI students of S.B Patil Public School. It provided them with valuable exposure to a higher education institution and helped them make more informed decisions about their academic and career paths. The trip not only broadened their knowledge about the university but also ignited their aspirations for higher education.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; and vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda for organising this educational field trip. We especially thank the faculty at Symbiosis International University for hosting this valuable field visit and for devoting their precious time to enlightening our students.

Unity in Diversity:
The CBSE Ek Bharat, Shresht Bharat Bhaasha Sangam Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 27th June, 2023

To familiarise students with all the 22 Indian languages of the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution, to foster linguistic harmony among students and promote national integration through learning of languages, and to bring students close to the unique cultural hues and diversity of our country through languages, S.B. Patil Public School conducted the CBSE’s Ek Bharat, Shresht Bharat Bhaasha Sangam Activity.

Here every month, students are taught about one state in India and familiarised with the culture, traditions, and a few words and phrases from the region.

Throughout the month of June, students of Grades I to V were taught about the State of Assam, and on June 27th, 2023, they performed multiple activities using all they had learned. Grade I and II learnt the numbers from one to ten orally in Assamese whilst students of Grade III to V learnt basic sentences like, “What's your name?”, “How are you?”, etc.

From Swastikasana to Vrikshasana:
Celebrating World Yoga Day

Pune, Maharashtra | 24th June, 2023

“Yoga is almost like music in a way; there's no end to it.” - Sting (1951 - )

S.B. Patil Public School never leaves a stone unturned when it comes to overall development of students. International Yoga Day was celebrated in school on 19th June, 2023 for all students ranging from the pre-primary section to Grade XII.

Students of the higher grades assembled in the auditorium wherein they performed a variety of asanas. Meanwhile, the tiny tots of pre-primary section chanted omkar mantras and meditated as they made a connect with their inner selves.

Their little hands and feet stretched taking various yoga poses like tadasana, uttanasana, vrikshasana, trikonasana to name a few. Little ones learned the significance of yoga and promised to make it an everyday habit. The celebration refreshed and rejuvenated everyone's mind and body spreading positive vibes and aura in the school premises.

On 24th June, 2023, our school also conducted a special Yoga Day event for parents. Ms. Nikita Kumbhar, a yoga teacher and leader at Yoga Vidhya Gurukul, Nashik who is certified in yoga levels 1, 2 and 3 from AYUSH Mantralaya, New Delhi; along with Ms. Sujata Pawar, also a yoga instructor at Yoga Vidhya Gurukul guided all present into various yoga asanas whilst performing on the stage.

Mr. Vishwas Chitre, an IT professional and VP in cybersecurity, who has been a Heartfulness Trainer for over 25 years, guided everyone present into a period of quietude and meditation.

Later that afternoon, Mr. Chitre conducted a meditation session for all the teachers present at school. This proved to be an extremely relaxing period for all those present, especially considering it was the last working day after a week of hard work.

We thank Ms. Kumbhar, Ms. Pawar and Mr. Chitre for lending us their valuable time and giving us the chance to experience the positivity in yoga and meditation. We also thank the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; primary section head for organising the event.

Our thanks also goes out to the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director who have always ensured the overall development.

Receiving an AAA+ Grade:
Winning the Careers 360 Best Schools Certification 2023

Pune, Maharashtra | 20th June, 2023

Careers 360, a data-enabled and technology-driven educational products and services company that helps millions of students to explore and achieve career plans based on their interests and abilities awarded S.B. Patil Public School an AAA+ Grade after evaluating the students’ academic performance, faculty quality, and infrastructure as a whole.

On behalf of everyone at S.B. Patil Public School, we thank Careers 360 for bestowing our school with such a prestigious creditation. We also thank the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; primary section head, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; the section coordinators: Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Vandana Sangle, Ms. Archana Prabhune, Ms. Nayna Taru and Ms. Payal Nihalani; the administrative officer, Mr. Manish Dhekale; all the teaching and administrative faculty; and of course, the students and parents for working so hard, in unity to make this school deserving of such a meritorious rank and many other such awards too.

We owe our gratitude to the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director who have always supported our school to ensure it reaches and crosses the mounts and pinnacles of success.

Apropos G20:
From Debates to Poetry; from Skits to G20 Parliament

Pune, Maharashtra | 7th June to 15th June, 2023

India assumed the presidency of the G20 on 1st December, 2022 for a term of one year. The logo and theme for India’s Presidency of G20 were launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister on 1st November, 2022.

To mark the occasion of India taking over the G20 Presidency for the first time, S.B. Patil Public School, Ravet took the initiative to spread awareness about the G20 and India’s Presidency of this multilateral forum. The main aim of this initiative is to disseminate the information as widely as possible, especially to the school Students and their Parents too.

Our school conducted a multitude of G20-themed activities to spread awareness on G20. They are as follows:

• On 3rd June 2023 A PTM in school for parents and teachers of Grade XI students to spread the awareness of G20.
• On 7th June, 2023: Orientation to the students of Grades VI to XII by the class teachers during assembly time by using PPT prepared (in Hindi and English).
• On 9th and 10th June, 2023: Art and craft activities for students of Grade VI to XII during art lectures.
• On 12th June, 2023: Inter-class debate competition on G20 on the subject, “The Pros and Cons of Personalised Learning” for students of Grade IX and X.
• 12th June, 2023:A Nukkad Natak performed by the students of Grade VIII and IX
• 13th June, 2023: A quiz competition for the students of Grade VII
• 13th June, 2023: An English Language skit regarding G20 Awareness by the students of Grade IX.
• 14th June, 2023: A dance performance on health and wellbeing.
• 14th June, 2023: A poem creation and recitation on FLN by the students of Grade VI to VIII under the guidance of English Language and Music Department faculty
• 14th June, 2023: G20 Parliament on NEP by students of Grade X.

An elaboration of each of the above stated activities is stated below:

1. PTM and Orientation

As the school reopened on 6th June 2023 after the summer vacations, teachers took this opportunity for spreading awareness about India’s G20 Presidency. Thus a PTM was conducted on 3rd June, 2023 wherein parents were informed about various activities that would be conducted in school for the same during the upcoming days.

2. Orientation

After reopening, an orientation programme for Grade VI to XII was conducted on 7th June, 2023 in the classroom by the respective class teachers using PPTs. By conducting this Orientation in the classroom students were made aware about the role of G20 countries, and also about the SDGs that they are working on.

3. Poster Making

A poster making activity was conducted at school for Grade VI to VIII on 8th and 9th June, 2023. The topics included were G20, FLN, One Family, One World, Health and Well-being, and SDGs.

Students were given the freedom to express themselves through their art. And they did! Students exhibited their talent in their own style by coming up with wonderful creations using their drawing and colouring skills under the able guidance of the art faculty, thus showing their awareness about G20. 560 students and 18 faculty members partook in this event.

4. Inter-class Debate

An inter-class debate competition was conducted on 12th June, 2023 for Grade X by the SST subject teachers on the topic, “The Pros and Cons of Personalised Learning”.

Students were mentored beforehand by Ms. Anjali Gugale so as to be ready. On the given day, they were provided the topic two days before in class, and were asked to study on the topic for the debate competition.

On 12th June, 2023, the class was divided into two groups, and a debate competition was conducted during the SST lectures.

By conducting this debate, the students acquired a platform to express their thoughts freely in front of all; thus becoming more aware about the various pros and cons of personalised learning.

5. Nukkad Natak

A nukkad natak was organised and performed in school by the students of Grade IX and X on 14th June, 2023 during the school assembly in the auditorium. The theme was " One world, One family. "

Students were given freedom to express themselves. Students intuitively wrote the dialogues whilist the editing work was done by the Hindi and Marathi Language teachers, Ms. Manju Nathe and Ms. Jeet Kaur Sodhi who also mentored the students to do so well.

As we all know, nukkad nataks leave an everlasting impact in the mind of the audience, and so this medium is very effective, and is an easy way to spread social awareness

Students who, through this activity, were given a platform to exhibit their performing art talent, came up wonderful scripts that exhibited their awareness about G20. They also excelled in their performances under the guidance of the language teachers. Twelve students and twelve teachers participated in front of an audience of 460 students.

6. Inter house Quiz Competition

An inter-house quiz competition for the students of Grade VII was conducted on 13th June, 2023 in the school auditorium.

The semi-final round was conducted in the classroom itself by the class teacher. The questionnaire was set with the help of SST subject teachers on G20 presidency of India.

The final round conducted was an inter-house competition. In this competition, 230 students and 17 teachers partook in this activity with the Blue House winning the competition by giving their best performance in all rounds.

7. English Language Skit

A G20-themed skit in English was performed by students of Grade IX on 13th June, 2023 during the school assembly in the auditorium.

Students enacted a scene that represented a classroom of teachers and students with students asking various questions about G20 as curiously as students do in the classroom.

The students enacting the role of teachers answered queries by giving information about G20.

8. A Poetry Creation and Recitation

A poem creation and recitation activity was conducted in school for students of Grade VI to VIII on 14th June, 2023. Topics included G20, FLN, One Family, One World, Health and Well-being, and SDGs.

Students were given freedom of language and with that, they exhibited their talent in a language comfortable to them

Students came out up with beautiful and meaningful poems that showed how aware they were about G20. 285 students and 10 faculty members partook in the event.

9. Dance Performance

A dance performance was also conducted by the students of our school on 14th June, 2023 during the school assembly in the auditorium

Themed on “The Health and Well-being of School Students”. The song Maula Mere Maula portrayed topics of Zero Hunger, Gender Equality, and Education for Everyone in dance form which touched the hearts of the audience.

With the freedom to express themselves in whatever way of dance form, students performed danced to different tunes and songs not only showcasing their dance skills but their knowledge of G20. We thank the dance teachers for their mentorship. 230 students and 10 faculty members were part of this show.

10. G20 Parliament

Finally, on 14th June, 2023 a G20 Parliament Session was conducted by the students of Grade X. They aptly represented different countries and took stands on socio-political issues. To prepare for their parts, Ms. Anjali Gugale solely mentored all students

This mock-MUN helped students understand the socio-political state in various countries but also helped in making their knowledge of G20 more in-depth

Conclusion

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; HM, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; our section coordinators: Ms. Darshana Kamat, Ms. Vandana Sangle, Ms. Archana Prabhune, Ms. Nayna Taru and Ms. Payal Nihalani; all the faculty who helped organise and mentor our students; our students for participating so well; and the parents for their relentless support throughout these activities.

The Grade V Book Talk Activity

Pune, Maharashtra | 19th June, 2023

“A writer only begins a book. A reader finishes it.” - Samuel Johnson (1709 - 1784)

Doing literary activities with students allows them to build their reading and writing skills whilst having fun at the same time.

With the motive to identify and comprehend vocabulary related to book reviews, and to strengthen students’ reading comprehension, a Book Talk activity was conducted for Grade V students on 19th June, 2023 at S.B. Patil Public School, Ravet.

Library books were given to the students ten days before and students were asked to prepare a brochure for the same. The rubrics for the activity were explained to the students. Students read the books given to them and prepared creative brochures which included the author’s name, new words they acquired, characters they liked, and the moral they learned. This was presented by them in front of their whole class. The Book Talk Activity was a grand success as every one of them participated with great enthusiasm.

We give a standing ovation to Ms. Jasmina Kamdar and her team from the English Language Department for mentoring the students so brilliantly, and for organising such a wonderful event.

We also thank the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; primary section head, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; the librarians, Ms. Swati Khaire and Ms. Anjali Garge; and CCA in-charge, Ms. Sujata Bhoite.

Bestowed with Another Golden Wreath:
Winning the BrainWorld Guru Award

Pune, Maharashtra | 17th June, 2023

We are proud to announce that on 17th June, 2023, our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini was awarded the Guru Award by BrainWorld at ‘The Guru 2023: A Tribute to Abdul Kalam Sir’ award ceremony held at Symbiosis Skill University, Kiwale.

Chief Guest for the event was Dr. Swati Majumdar, the Pro-Chancellor of Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences (SUAS), Indore. Other eminent guests included: Dr. Yogesh Pawar, Founder Director of SIL University; Ms. Inderdeep Kaur Nanda, NIE Head Pune from Times of India; Ms. Reshu Aggarwaal, Founder of Brain World; and Ms. Bhavana Narsingoju, Principal of Symbiosis Junior College.

In an enthralling speech, Dr. Mujumdar stressed on the paramount role teachers play in modelling the future of students. She emphasised the significance of recognising areas which students are passionate about, their inherent skills all whilst capacitating teachers to be mentors for students right from an early age so that they walk towards the choicest educational and career prospects.

The event saw the faculty and heads of educational institutes who have worked hard to ensure excellence in the field of academia, and who have developed themselves personally and professionally to be mentors and role models to others.

On behalf of everyone at S.B. Patil Public School, we congratulate Dr. Saini for being laurelled with this prestigious award.

We also give our gratitude to the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director who incessantly support the ever-mounting excellence of our school and everyone who is part of it.

A University in the Making:
A Visit to PCU at Sate

Pune, Maharashtra | 14th June, 2023

On June 14th, 2023, as their field trip, the students of Grade XII visited the site of the upcoming Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU) at Sate. The idea was to give them an understanding of the efforts the Pimpri Chinchwad Education Trust undertakes in order to ensure world-class education reaches every strata and every citizen who yearns for knowledge.

Students were taken on a tour on the site wherein they witnessed the vastness of the campus, saw the numerous classrooms, labs and other facilities in the making. This helped them understand the efforts the PCET undertakes to ensure the pathway to students’ career is paved well.

Students and faculty even has the chance to meet Vice Chancellor of PCU, Dr. Manimala Puri.

The Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU) is the PCET’s latest crowning glory. It is a State private university situated at Sate, Mawal, Pune. The university will cater to academic facilities and other amenities for both students and faculty so that students are provided a technologically advanced, research-oriented, practically-driven education foundation.

We thank Dr. Manimala Puri, Vice Chancellor; and Mr. A.G. Patil, the Campus Incharge of the PCU for granting us permission to visit the campus. We also owe our gratitude to our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; the accompanying teachers, Ms. Praveena More, Ms. Shaileja Mestry, Ms. Richa Sharma and Ms. Gauri Utture for organising and being part of this insightful tour.

We also thank the PCET management and Board of Trustees: Mr. Dnyaneshwar P. Landge, Chairman; Ms. Padma M. Bhonsle, Vice Chairperson; Mr. Vitthal S. Kalbhor, Secretary; Mr. Shantaram D. Garade, Treasurer; Mr. Harshwardhan S. Patil, Trustee; and Dr. Girish M. Desai, Executive Director; under their leadership and mentorship, the PCET has founded the Pimpri Chinchwad University… another pillar of excellence in education.

Before we bring this article to a close, we would like to share the experiences of the students themselves in their own words:

“We, the students of S.B. Patil Public School, would like to express our gratitude for the educational trip offered to us by Pimpri Chinchwad University. The campus is located in a beautiful green environment with a great view in Sate near Talegaon. We were properly guided by the representative of the university who shared with us fascinating insights of the university including the advanced technological rooms like the digital library and classrooms on all the floors. They even answered all our questions with enthusiasm.

The infrastructure and facilities made for the students aside from academics made everything equally balanced and attractive. At last we would like to say that we enjoyed the trip and are looking forward to visit the university again once construction is completed.” - Ermina Khan (XII-A)
“A student visit was arranged at Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU). As the students of Grade XII who are always looking forward to future opportunities, we were glad to visit the university which helped us get precise information about the future academic life of students and particular courses after graduating Grade XII.

PCU is creating a campus for the betterment of all students. Just like the library we often dream of; "the world of words that made our world", we were enlightened when given the insights of the wide range of courses available. It was a great experience with gaining knowledge about several courses that will help us shape our future careers. We felt honoured with a feeling of immense gratitude for S.B. Patil Public School for arranging our visit to the prestigious PCU.” - Aditi Ranjan (XII-B)

Creating Better Opportunities:
The Career Fair at S.B. Patil Public School

Pune, Maharashtra | 21st April, 2023

An Indo-global university career fair was organised by the school’s Career Cell for the students of Grade IX, X and XII on 21st April, 2023 with the prime objective to inform students about future educational and career prospectives available.

In a one-of-a-kind experience, representatives from 14 renowned educational institutes/ universities showcased their professional programmes and courses at this fair which was held in the school’s auditorium.

The interesting features of the fair were the introductory seminars by different university representatives as well as the prospects of studying abroad, new streams and avenues, etc. The representatives further went on to introduce the term, ‘liberal arts’ to the students which interested and attracted them immediately, and they thus tried to explore the avenues within this stream.

The fair saw an audience of around 500 students with the faculty too being part of the event. The school’s alumni too visited the fair and got expert guidance from well-qualified professionals with access to the latest information and technical expertise. Representatives interacted one-on-one with students thus providing them individualised guidance.

Students further went on to give extremely positive feedback regarding the event as this was something that provided them awareness especially since they are at the stage wherein they are deciding streams and courses to take.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; administrative officer, Mr. Manish Dhekale; and the Career Counsellor, Ms. Sushmita Roy for organising this insightful event.

Commemorating the Birth and Death of the Greatest Playwright:
Celebrating English Language Day

Pune, Maharashtra | April 24th, 2023

On 24th of April, English Language Day as celebrated, an event to commemorate the birth and death anniversary of playwright William Shakespeare.

The programme, was organised by our English Language faculty. Students from Grade X participated in the event where in they gave a number and variety of performances. Students and faculty of Grade X and XII were audience to the event.

First up, was a speech on the history and importance of English Language Day and Shakespeare's contribution to the language. This was given by Saina Joshi and Siddhi Vedpathak both of X-B. Stuti Jha of XI-B recited a self-composed poem on the occasion.

Following this performance, Saina J., Samruddhi P., Shravani K., Shreya W., Siddhi M., Aditi K., Anushka K., Kanak B., and Tanishka S. of X-B; Niharika M., Sucheta R., Shruti B., Arya B., and Arya S. of X-C; and Arya M. and Priyal J. of X-E recited the poem, “Daffodils” by William Wordsworth.

Next, Khushi B. of X-D presented a monologue from “Hamlet”, as it is one of the most famous and complicated skits in the world of drama. This was presented to give the students an idea of how a drama is.

Students from Grade VIII presented a funny recitation of the poem “Macavity the Mystery Cat”, a poem by T.S. Eliot, for all students who forgot that such a poem existed. Participating in this melodious and fun-filled performance were: Khushi K. and Aarna Z. of VIII-B; Spurthi D., Vedant S., Siddhiqua T., and Pinak A. of VIII-C; Swara P., Rhea N., Amey G. and Shreyash M. of VIII-D; Shourish S., Jay P., Swara P. and Vaiga T. of VIII-E; and Asmi P., Ayush B. and Rudra K. of VIII-G.

Students of grade X and IX then performed dance numbers with the girls’ group dancing to old classical music and the boys to an upbeat modern number. The purpose of this performance was to demonstrate how music has evolved over the years.

Dancing their best on stage were the boys: Darshil M. Mohit P. and Harshwardhan N. from X-A; Aryan K. from X-C; Shlok B. from X-D; Aditya K. from X-E; Akshay T. from X-B; and Parth C. from IX-G. The girls who swayed to the rhythm of classical beats were: Netra C. from X-A, Hridaya N., Arya D., Janhvi P. Unnati M. and Adurita K. of X-D; Avani B. and Ritka B. of X-E; Saee G. of IX-F; and Samruddhi N. of IX-G

Sarthak P. Tripura M. and Aarohi B. all students of X-C performed a skit on G20 which explained the concept and details. Anirudha G. Aryan B. and Prathamesh D. of X-B prepared a video presentation on well-known poets and novelists in English Literature.

Finally, to end the show, Tanushree Kendle of X-A gave the Vote of Thanks to appreciate the efforts by all the students and the teachers.

A standing ovation goes out to every student who partook so wonderfully and gave their best in the day’s event. We heartily thank the English Language Department and faculty: Ms. Snehal Shinde, Ms. Treasa Peters, Ms. Anita Patil, Ms. Amrapali Nikalje, Ms. Nirupama Kale, Ms. Vandana Sangle Ms. Leena Varghese, Ms. Ashwini Dilwar, Ms. Pranita Sharma, Ms. Parvati Sonawne, Ms. Anita Suryawanshi. and Ms. Niveditha Biswas for organising the various performances that received the countless cheers and applause of both students and faculty.

We also thank the principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda for being great mentors to the faculty. Our gratitude goes out to Mr. Prathamesh Inamdar for helping in the musical numbers; and to Mr. Abhijeet Gaikwad and Mr. Aman Yadav of the IT Department for overseeing the music and presentations.

Celebrating World Book and Copyright Day

Pune, Maharashtra | April 24th, 2023

World Book and Copyright Day is a celebration to promote the enjoyment of books and reading. Celebrated annually on the 23rd of April, the day is commemorated all over the world to recognise the scope of books - a link between the past and the future, a bridge between generations and across cultures.

On this occasion, UNESCO and the international organisations which represent the three major sectors of the book in dustry: publishers, booksellers and libraries select the World Book Capital for a year.

S.B. Patil too celebrated the day by organising a book viewing and lending event in the school library. Both faculty and students visited the library wherein they browsed through the array of books kept out for display, choosing ones that they liked for reading.

We thank our principal, Dr. Bindu Saini; vice principal, Ms. Padmavati Banda; primary section head, Ms. Shubhangi Kulkarni; and our librarians, Ms. Swati Khaire and Ms. Anjali Garge for organising this beneficial event.