A look back at the remarkable events, accomplishments, and memorable moments from AY 2023-24.
We at Vishwa Vidyapeeth believe that students should be given real-life exposure by meeting people who have achieved greater things and who have been contributing to a great extent to our country. As a part of this programme, we have been inviting eminent personalities on campus to speak to our students and influence them with their experiences. So far, our students have met the famous Indian Scientists Sri Nambi Narayanan and Sri Subbiah Arunan as well as the “Man of the Millennium” Sri Palam Kalyanasundaram. They have also met famous Sports personalities such as Neeraj Chopra and Gary Kirsten.
Vishwa Vidyapeeth has established a ‘School Innovation Council’ at Secondary Level from AY 2022-23 to foster the culture of ideation, innovation, entrepreneurship, creative thinking, design thinking, prototyping, out-of-box thinking, and IP commercialization by facilitating the training (for teachers), field visits, leadership talks, awareness, orientation sessions, boot camps, national-level exhibitions, hackathons, skill modules. This initiative bridges the gap in connecting schools with the Innovation & Entrepreneurial ecosystem of the country.
At Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Ganitha mela was a week fair exhibiting mathematical concepts in depth in the form of games, journals, banners and student demos. Here children could learn through exploration and inquisitiveness. 12 mathematicians who are Padmashree / Padmanabhan awardees were invited to take sessions as Harates which included Padma Shri Smt Sujatha Ramdorai , Sri Tirthankar Bhattacharyya, Sri Parshuram Atmaram Gangavane, Sri Rohini Godbole, Sri Amitabh Joshi, Sri AS Kiran Kumar, Sri BS Krishnamurthy, Sri MRN Murthy, Sri Nithin Nagaraj, Sri Utpal Nath, Sri Rajaram Nityananda, Sri Phoolan Prasad, Sri Joseph Samuel, Sri VSS Sastry, Sri Kollegala Sharma, Sri Supurna Sinha and Sri Basavaraj Umarani. Video presentations of critical thinking concepts of mathematics were held. Almost 2000 plus students and parents visited from outside.
Design thinking has long been considered the holy grail of innovation—and the remedy to stagnation.Design thinking classes are conducted at regular intervals by trained teachers in the field for classes 6, 7 and 9. Here we aim to design experts in our school. Design for change relies on this methodology. The design thinking process empowers young minds to fulfil their projects and develop skills, including creative thinking, empathy, and collaborative problem-solving.
VVP supports this programme to ensure that students can tap their potential in this new and emerging field. This helps them to enhance visual communication, learn about future career options, promotes interdisciplinary learning and boosts student engagement. The students of class 6 and 7 created games like Drag and Drop, Earning points by clicking, etc using Scratch coding. Bhushan Katral of class IX, created an app which helps the class I and II students to identify the planets in the solar system and understand the features of each planet.
When you create your own eBook, you can make sure that all students, regardless of ability, can access the content. This may involve including alternative text descriptions for images, integrating audio or video content, or modifying the font size and style for students with visual impairments. The students of class X created their own ebooks for various topics in their Information Technology subject. Later, a hard copy of the e-book was taken and kept under the Students corner in the school library for all the students to access.
Sanskrit is given a huge importance at Vishwa Vidyapeeth. Regular shlokas including Kshamapana stotram are chanted during assembly, Bhagavad Gita classes are included in the regular time table and an Inter School event Pragnya Pradeepaha is conducted every year on a grand scale. Also, Dharmik Dincharya book containing shlokas has been distributed to students and teachers which are regularly chanted during class assembly.
Smart India Hackathon (SIH) is a premier nationwide initiative designed to engage students in solving some of the most pressing challenges faced in everyday life. Launched to foster a culture of innovation and practical problem-solving, our students have used this dynamic platform to develop and showcase their creative solutions to real-world problems. The hackathon not only offers students an opportunity to showcase their skills but also encourages collaboration with industry experts, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Understanding India: Stories from our Living past
In Collaboration with the School of Art and Architecture, Reva University, Bangalore, VISHWA VIDYAPEETH has taken initiative to align with the United Nations, SDG – 11, Sustainable Cities and Communities.
The Club intends to educate and create awareness about local history and Heritage amongst the youth of the country, which further strengthens efforts to protect and safeguard the cultural Heritage of India.
Vishwa Vidyapeeth strongly believes Collaboration with schools allows us to know more than what we are capable of knowing by ourselves which is vital for the growth of any School to impart continuous learning by sharing. One such opportunity was created in Vishwa Vidyapeeth to provide us with an opportunity to collaborate with B.S International school on 23rd May 2023. The teacher collaboration programme was on curriculum, pedagogy and various best practices in the school followed by a campus tour.
The highly anticipated Drum Jam took place at Vishwa Vidyapeeth on August 26th, 2023, leaving an indelible mark on all who attended.The event was led by the illustrious Ms.Vasundhara Das – renowned singer, musician, and actor – alongside the exceptional drummer, Roberto Narain, and their talented team of musicians. The school ground resonated with the exhilarating beats of drums and the harmonious blend of voices, as students, under Mr.Narain’s expert guidance, crafted their own unique rhythms. This electrifying experience captivated both students and parents alike, ensuring that the memories of this vibrant musical celebration will be cherished for years to come.
The School is organising a heritage walk this year as a part of our efforts to immerse students in the rich cultural heritage of India. This educational heritage walk aims to deepen their understanding of our country’s history and heritage conservation efforts. The volunteers from the Heritage Conservation Program will guide our students to explore significant historical landmarks and cultural sites in their respective places. This is an integral part of our curriculum. It provides practical insights into the various subjects—Languages, Science, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Art—aligned closely with their coursework. Some of the trips include a visit to Pondicherry, Thanjavur, Hampi, Bellary, Belur, Halebidu, Kolar, Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple etc. to name a few.
रामायण-दर्शनम्” – An Insight into Ramayana
The Sanskrit Department of Vishwa Vidyapeeth Group of Schools conducted a workshop on the Ramayana in May 2024. Esteemed speakers from various institutions visited our school to enlighten our students on the importance of the Ramayana in daily life. The workshop featured discussions on various topics from the Ramayana. This unique program aimed to provide a deeper understanding of the righteousness of Lord Shriram and the significance of all the characters in the epic. The conclusion of the programme was marked by the visit of H.H.Shri Vishwaprasannateertha Swamiji, Pejawar Mutt, Udupi.
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