Bhavan's Vidya Mandir Eroor

BHAVAN’S VIDYA MANDIR, EROOR

ANNUAL REPORT 2023-2024

Esteemed Chief Guest of the day, Shri. Sandith Thandasherry, Founder CEO Navalt Solar and Electric Boats, C.A. Venugopal C Govind, Chairman, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Kochi, Shri. E Ramankutty, Director, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Kochi , Kendra Committee Members, Education Officers, Principals, Vice-Principals, PTA President Ms. Pinky Ramesh, other members of the PTA, Parents and well-wishers, staff and students

Namasthe and Good Morning.

Today, we have assembled to journey through the defining moments that have sculpted our path.Like an overture before a symphony, our annual report unveils triumphs, challenges, and shared victories from the past year. Each day, a unique note in our institutional rhythm contributes to the crescendo of shared success. Let's revel in the symphony we've co-created, cherishing the collaborative essence in every triumph.

It is with immense pride and pleasure that I present before you the Annual Report of Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Eroor for the year 2023-2024.

ACADEMICS

No student ever attains very eminent success by simply doing what is required of him: it is the amount and excellence of what is over and above the required, that determines the greatness of ultimate distinction.

The Twenty-Second batch of Standard XII students achieved a 100% result in SSCE 2023. Malavika B excelled in the Science Stream with 97%, while Neeraja Chandramohan topped the Commerce Stream with 97.8%. Out of 143 students, 130 received Distinction, 13 got First Class, and 24 achieved A1 in all subjects. Noteworthy 100 scorers include Anjana P and K Indulekha Menon in Business Studies, Neeraja Chandramohan in Economics, and Varun V in Computer Science.

In SSE 2023, Standard X students achieved a 100% result, led by Mithra Gopalakrishnan with 99.4% in Core Subjects. Out of 159 students, 143 received Distinction, 16 earned First Class, and 21 achieved A1 in all subjects. Top scorers in various subjects include Mithra Gopalakrishnan in English and Malayalam, Shraddha Suresh in English, Meenakshi B in Sanskrit, and Krishnasree B in Social Science. Additionally, 53 students scored a perfect hundred in Artificial Intelligence.

This year we have 136 students of Std XII and 146 students of Std X appearing for the SSCE and SSE respectively. We bestow them our blessings and heartfelt good wishes.

Currently, our school has 2430 students, including Kindergarten. The institution comprises 127 committed Teaching Staff and 34 Non-teaching Staff contributing to our success.

The school council, helmed by Senior Head Boy Abhinav.S.Pai and Senior Head Girl Krishnapriya, alongside Junior Head Boy Aadithya Ramakrishnan and Junior Head Girl Geetai Prasanth Nandanwar, oversees various responsibilities. Elna Elizabeth Praveen serves as Senior Sports Captain, and Thanmay as Junior Sports Captain.Siddha Anoop Menon and Hriya Pradeep take on the roles of Head Boy and Head Girl for the Primary Section.

CO-SCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES

In the epochal trajectory of the last few decades, the global paradigm has undergone a profound metamorphosis, altering the quintessence of learning and education in the tapestry of human existence. The implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) in schools fosters holistic development, flexibility in curriculum, skill enhancement, and inclusive education, preparing students for real-world challenges and nurturing a culture of innovation and global competence. Observing days of national and international importance, celebrating various festivals, partaking in drug awareness campaigns, organising sessions on cybersecurity, career guidance etc. act as a potent catalyst, kindling the intellectual acumen of our progeny.

I am delighted to share that our students have not only excelled academically but have also garnered accolades in the realms of art, culture, and sports, filling my heart with pride and joy.

This year, our students and teachers have garnered notable achievements in various fields.

Riyan Davis (VII C) and Priansh Nair (IX A) achieved First Place (Group 1) in the Future Tech Olympiad at the National Level, presented by IBM in collaboration with CBSE and conducted by 1M1B.
Mithra Gopalakrishnan (XI C) received the Certificate of Achievement for her excellence in essay writing in the PLRA Saksham National Essay, Painting, and Quiz Competition.
Amulya Thomas (IX B), Devananda Anish (IX C), and Nandana Renjit (XII B) participated in the GEMA International Story Writing Competition and earned the title of Promising Young Author.
Varsha Varma PK (XII B) and Jaganath V (VIII E) excelled in the All Kerala CBSE Kalotsav, securing First Prize with A grade in Carnatic Music and Mridangam, respectively.
Nakshatra Menon (VII D) achieved Gold Medals in the National Indoor Martial Arts Games Series -1 and the 15th All Kerala Kurash Championship 2023, earning the Best Player Award for the second consecutive time.
In the PLRA Saksham State Painting, Essay, and Quiz Competition, Gayathry Rupesh (X B), Jannett John (XC), and Mithra Gopalakrishnan (XI C) were recognized as the Best Performers.
Priyanka Rajan (VII A) won First Prize in the Under-12 Girls Category in the Kerala State Inter School Chess Championship 2023.
Madhav S Manohar (VI C) secured a Gold Medal in the Sub Junior Poomsae Competition in the 19th Ernakulam District Kiddies and Sub Junior level Taekwondo Competition.
In the 31st National Children's Science Congress, Ishani B Karun (X C) and Priansh Nair (IX A) secured the Second Position in the District Level Competition with their project on an innovative cleaning system.
Arjun Alappatt and Priansh Nair, of std IX have achieved notable success by securing positions within the top 100 in the CBSE Aryabhata Ganit Challenge by claiming the 26th and 75th position respectively.
Parvathy Menon (IX A) received the Best Delegate Award in the G20 MUN 2023 for representing Indonesia in the Indo-Pakistan Special Summit.
The school was honored for achieving a 100% result in SSCE 2023 at the Brightpath 2023 award ceremony organized by Deepika Daily Newspaper, Maradu, Muthadom St Madeline Church Youth Movement, and Jubeerich Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. Smt Baby Savithry (Department of Chemistry) received the award on behalf of the school.
In the Mobile Photography Contest hosted by Mathrubhumi Daily and Federal Bank, Archith P (IX D) earned recognition for his outstanding photograph, selected as the best entry.
Priyanka Rajan (VII A) secured the Fourth Position in the District Level Chess Tournament organized by the Kerala State Excise Department and Vimukthi Mission.
Pranav Menon (VII B) and Sidharth Vijay Gopal (VII A) achieved the Third Prize in the Pragya Pravah (Maths Quiz) during the Ganit Wizard organized by Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Girinagar.
Nandana Unnikrishnan (XII B) received an award for the best painting in the secondary category by Yi Kochi Chapter, and our school was recognized as the Best School in the RRR (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) initiative.
In SHASTRA 2023-24, Children's Science Congress, our school clinched the Ever Rolling Trophy in General Science. Devang Bejoy and J Agnivesh (VIII E) received the Louis Pasteur Award for the Best Paper in General Science. Madhav S Manohar (VI C) won the Srinivasa Ramanujan Award for the Second Best Paper in Mathematics. Juan Antony Panakkal (VII D) secured the Issac Newton Award for the Second Best Paper in General Science, and Geetai Prashant Nandanwar (X A) earned the Charles Robert Darwin Award for the Second Best Paper in Biology.
S.R. Bhagyasree (IX A) won the Second Prize in Bhagavad Gita Parayanam and Akshara Shlokam Competition, while Abhirami Murugan (IX A) secured the Second Prize in the Akshara Shlokam Competition during SANSKRIT FEST 2023.
Karthika Sanu (XII C) earned the Third Prize in the Clay Modelling Competition at the Ernakulam District Keralotsavam.
Varsha Varma PK (XII B) achieved the First Prize in Carnatic Music at the Ernakulam District Keralotsavam.
Adithya Harikrishnan of std VII has won the second position in organ western, and first in mridangam in the 25th All Kerala Bhavan’s Cultural Fest 2023. He has also received the first prize in mridangam in the Ernakulam karayogam.
Adith Krishna (IV D) achieved the Third position in the State Level Abacus Exam organized by B.Smart Abacus, Ernakulam. Helena Jomy (V D) clinched the First Prize in the BrainoBrain International competition and also secured a Second Prize in the BrainoBrain Regional Competition.
Diya Deepak Shenoy (V A) received the Best Student Farmer Award, presented by Krishi Bhavan, Tripunitura, in recognition of her passion for farming. She actively practices terrace farming at home, cultivating a variety of vegetables, fruits, and flowers.
Theertha Suneesh from Std III E achieved an A grade in the State Level Abacus Competition organized by Jaihind Yuvashree in Chundakunu.
Ambika. R (IV B) clinched the Third Prize in Category III at the All Kerala Inter School Bhagavad Gita Recitation Competition organized by Bhavan's Thrissur Kendra.
Rishi D Paniker (III D) demonstrated outstanding skills in In-line Speed Skating, securing a valuable Gold Medal in the 1000-meter event and a Bronze Medal in the 500-meter sprint at the Ernakulam District Roller Skating Competition 2023, hosted by the Regional Sports Centre, Ernakulam. Sidharth B Hegden (I B) clinched the Third Prize in the 200m race and the Second Prize in the 500m race (Age Category 5-7) at the Ernakulam District Roller Skating Championship hosted by the Regional Sports Centre, Ernakulam.
Kalyani K S (III B) secured the Second Prize in the Ernakulam District Gymnastic Championship organized by the Regional Sports Centre, Ernakulam.
Alankrita Menon (III A) showcased her skills at the All Kerala Roller Skating Championship, gracefully earning the Gold Medal in the Road Race Event organized by the Regional Sports Centre in Ernakulam. She clinched a Gold Medal in the 1 Lap Road Race and a Bronze Medal in the 200m Rink Race at the Kerala State Roller Skating Championship, hosted by the Kerala Roller Skating Association in Palakkad.
Ryan Binoy (II B) clinched top honors in Elocution (Malayalam) and secured the Third Prize in Group Song (Malayalam) at the Ernakulam District Bala Kalothsavam.
Vaiga N S (V C) achieved the Second Prize in the Individual Kata category at the 11th Soke Mabuni Kerala Cup (Karate) organized by Mabuni Shito RYU Karate Do-International. Vaishnavi T S (III D) achieved the Silver Medal (Second prize) in the Girls Kata (forms) Competition at the Ernakulam District Karate Association Tournament hosted at Govt. High School Kadayiruppu.
Rishi D Panicker (III D) secured a Bronze Medal in the Skating Competition organized by the All Kerala Roller Skating Association in Palakkad.
Adithya Pandala (IV D) earned a Gold Medal for completing the 5km Kochi Spice Coast Marathon, conducted by Ageas Federal Insurance.
Navnas S (I A) received a Gold Medal for achieving a perfect score in Abacus Level I.
Vihan Jinesh (III D) emerged victorious, securing the First Prize in the Modeling Competition organized by Expressions Media. Additionally, he was honored as the First Runner-Up in the Prince Contest by Expressions Media.
In 2023, Smt. Mini S Nair, Head of the Department of Mathematics, received the Kalasagar Award for Mohiniyattam, dedicated to Kalamandalam Krishnankutty Poduval. Her authored book, "Gopiasante Manodharma Attangal," a study of imaginative presentations in Kathakali, earned recognition. BVB Kochi management congratulated her, and she also received the Ayiroor Raman Pillai Award for Kathakali Sahityam from the Pathanamthitta District Kathakali Club and Ayiroor Kathakali Gramam.
Smt. Mayamol R (Department of Hindi) was honored for her translation of the Hindi poem by Acharya Ratnam Pandit Narayana Dev into Malayalam.
Smt. Rashmi Nagesh (Department of Hindi) won the Second prize in the Hindi Kavita writing competition conducted by Coconut Board, Kerabhavan Ernakulam in connection with Hindi Fortnight celebration.
In sports, Mrs. Swapna Paul (Department of Physical Education) claimed First Prize in the 100m race and Second Prize in Long Jump at the All Kerala State Masters Prize Money Meet in Thalassery, winning a cash prize of Rs 2000. Additionally, she secured First Prize in the 100m race at the Khelo India Masters State Meet at Thope Stadium, Thrissur.
The school excelled in various tournaments, securing the Overall First Runners Up Trophy in the 18th Archbishop Joseph Attipetty Memorial Shuttle-Badminton Tournament at Assisi Vidyaniketan.
Smt. Silvy Luckose, counselor, achieved a Postgraduate Degree in Psychology with Distinction.
The school witnessed the success of Mrs. Swapna Paul (Faculty, Department of Physical Education), who secured the First Position in the 100m race and Long Jump in the 2nd Khelo India Women’s Athletics League Competition 2023 at Mar Athanasius College Stadium, Kothamangalam.
Mr Shiby Chacko and his team emerged the runner up in the Tripunithura Legends Cricket Premier League and won the cash prize of Rs 50,000/-
Mr. Shiju K K has successfully completed the scout masters training course at Bharat scout state training center Palode, Trivandrum.
A substantial number of teachers from various departments attended the 5th Kulapathi Dr K.M Munshi Memorial Oration, featuring Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Former Chief Scientist WHO, and Chairperson, M.S Swaminathan Research Foundation, who shared valuable lessons from the pandemic.

CULTURAL

In the realm of cultural achievements, our students have showcased remarkable talents and secured accolades across various competitions.

Sithara Haridas (IX E) achieved distinction by winning the Lulu Little Star Event at Lulu Mall, Edapally, with a cash prize of Rupees One lakh.
Anushka Gireesh (IX A) earned the First Prize and special mention in the Hindi Diwas Challenge organized by INTACH.
Participating in the 26th All Kerala Bhavan’s Cultural Fest, our school emerged as the First Runner-Up in Category I-IV, highlighting our commitment to cultural excellence.
Vidya Ramaswamy (IX A) added to our cultural achievements by securing the Third Prize in the Sanskrit Recitation held in connection with Sastra Sadas 2023.
The Nada Nirjhari Inter School Classical and Instruments Competition witnessed our students excelling in various categories. Varsha Varma (XII) and Abhinav.S Pai(XII) received the first and second prizes, respectively, in the Bhajan (Senior) category. Shivaram Sangeeth (VI B) secured the First Prize in Vocal (Sub Junior), and Varsha Varma (XII D) and Abhinav.S Pai (XII D) claimed the First Prize in Carnatic Music (Senior). In the Mridangam (Junior) category, Jaganath V (VIII E) took home the First Prize.
In the Insignia Inter School Cultural Fest 2023, our school proudly won the First Runners-Up Trophy, showcasing our diverse talents.
Our school team clinched the Third Prize for the Nach Re (dance) competition in the Suvarna Chaithanya Competition.
Nandana Unnikrishnan (XII C) and Devanandana P.B (XII B) showcased their skills by winning the Second Prize in Fun Dhamaka during the Fabula Inter School Festival.
Magnum Opus-2023 witnessed our school's dominance as we secured the First Position and the prestigious Ever-rolling Champions Trophy, affirming our commitment to excellence.
In the All Kerala Bhavan’s Cultural Fest Category - IV held at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Poochatty, Thrissur, our school bagged the Championship Trophy. The prize winners included Ananya Bhadra Anupam (Recitation - Malayalam), Geetai Prasanth Nandanvar (Extempore-English), Jaganath V (Mridangam), Gayathri Ramesh (Clay Modelling), Sidharth S (Keyboard), Malavika Santhosh (Bharatanatyam), Ishani B Karun (Elocution - Malayalam), and Uma Manju (Violin), showcasing their versatile talents. In various competitions at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Chitali, Palakkad (Category III) and (Category I&II), our students earned accolades. Notable winners included Abhay Suresh (Violin), Eric Suman (Guitar), Madhav S Manohar (Recitation - Hindi), Adithya Harikrishnan (Mridangam), Parvathy Unnikrishnan (Tabla), Adithya Harikrishnan (Keyboard), and a group consisting of Aadya Arun, Adwaitha P Manoj, Anna Rose Lijoy, Aryasree Manoj, Nainika A Raj, Saavni Pramod, and Thanmaya Sajith.
Ananya Bhadra Anupam (X C) showcased her musical prowess by securing the Second prize in a music competition, Chitrageetham 2023, conducted by the LIMU Music group.
The Chavara Cultural Centre Independence Day Celebration competitions witnessed our students excelling. In the Patriotic Song Competition (LP section), our students secured the First Prize, while in the National Anthem Competition (UP section), they won the Third Prize. Additionally, in the Patriotic Song Competition (High School Section), our school achieved the Second Prize.
In the Inter School Dance Fest organized by Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Girinagar, our school dominated in various categories. Expressi Classique saw our team securing the First Prize, while in Chrysalis, our school claimed the First Position. In Globalini Integrace, our school achieved the Third Position.
Chinmaya International Foundation in Veliyanad, Piravom, organized SANSKRIT FEST 2023, where our students excelled and received recognition. In the Bhagavad Gita Parayanam Competition, Aadya Ramaswamy (III B) secured the Second Prize in the Sub-Junior Category. Additionally, Padma Theertha K R (II B) won the Second Prize in Navadhaanya, a painting competition using grains and glue.

These achievements reflect our commitment to nurturing and celebrating cultural diversity and excellence within our school community.

QUIZ

In the PLRA Saksham State Quiz competition, Lakshmi.R and Shreya Dhanraj were recognized as the Best Performers.
Krithi-2023 saw P.Nitish (X B) and Yadu Krishna Marar (X D) clinching the First Prize in the Alpha Go Quiz competition, while Pranav P (IV C) and John K Albert (IV C) secured the Second Prize in the Simbolos Nacionales.
In connection with Vox, Uma Manju (IX A) and Priansh Nair (IX A) achieved the Third Prize in the Lunkyar Quiz Competition.

ATAL

As part of the ATL Community initiative, twenty-five students from SDKY Gurukula Vidyalaya visited the Atal Tinkering Lab, where they received sessions on Arduino, Sensors, and Tools.
Juan Antony Panakkal (VII D), Madhav S Manohar (VI C), and Devarsh Menon (VI C) secured the First Prize in the Plan for Sustainability Event organized by the Atal Tinkering Lab at Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Girinagar.
The school achieved the second prize and a cash award of Rs. 2500 in the national-level Challenge13@ IoT Cloud, with team members Alen Abraham Biju, Joseph Felix Philip, Shanthanu S, and Jaywin Jaynesh (all from IX).
Shreya Shaju (VIII A) received recognition in the ATL Marathon 2022-2023 for her project LOCOMV (Low-Cost Medical Ventilator).
At Pratheeksha 2023 Feria Tecnologia, the school secured the third prize in Combate Aplastdore [Robo Car] with participants P Vishnu (XIIB), Abhinav T M (XIIA), and Yedhukrishna Marar (XD). In Feria Vitrina [Virtual Ramp], Venkatesan S (XI A) and Abhiram Sethulakshmi Renju (XI B), and HUIR CONFUSION [Video Editing & Coding], P Nithish (XB), Rohit K Pradeep (XIIA), and R Ujval (XB) earned recognition.
Devika Nandakumar (XI A) and Prisha Nair (XI A) secured the Second Prize in Abhyudaya 23-Mobile App Prototype.
In the TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TiE) competition, our school received the runner-up award, with team members Adithya Ramakrishnan, Geetai Prasant Nadanwar, Shravan Vinod Menon, Yadhu Krishna Marar, Sradha Lin Ajay, and Meghna V Arun (all from XA).
Adi Sankara College of Engineering and Technology, Kalady, conducted a session on Drones, Robotics, and Biomedical Engineering for students (VI to IX) in the Atal Tinkering Lab.

PAINTING

Parvathy P N (VII A) achieved the Second Prize in the Poster Making Competition organized by the Lions Club International, centering on the theme of Peace.
Nandana Unnikrishnan from Std XII B showcased her artistic prowess by securing the First Prize in the Pencil Drawing and Painting Competition during Atham 2023.
In the FRESCO event, Nandana Unnikrishnan (XII B) and Hrithika Bibin (VI) received recognition as the Best Artists in Strokes Acrylic Painting and Strokes-Pencil Drawing and Shading, respectively. Nandana Unnikrishnan (XII B) further excelled by clinching the First Prize in the Young Indian Masoom National Painting competition within the Secondary School Category.
Our school team, consists of Nandana Unnikrishnan (XII D), Sheetal Navin (XII D), Arya Nair (XII D), and Nithi Manoj (XI E). The team achieved top honours in the Wall Poster Competition organized by the Excise Department, aimed at creating awareness about drug abuse.
Parvathy PN (VII A) further demonstrated her artistic flair by securing the First Prize in the Lulu Painting Competition at Lulu Mall, Edappally, accompanied by a cash prize of Rs 3000.
Gaya Vaiga Ajai (VII D) also earned the First Prize in the Drawing Competition held during the 26th Kochi International Book Festival.
Breakthrough Science, Ernakulam Chapter organized a District Level Painting Competition Gayathry Rupesh (X B) secured the Second Prize in the Senior Category of the District Level Painting Competition. Hrithika Bibin (VII D) won the Second Prize in the Junior Category of the Painting Competition.Grace Raji Titus (IX C) achieved the First Prize in Nature Photography (Senior Category).

YOGA

The Yoga Federation of India organized the District Yogasana Sports Championship, where Tushara Haridas (IV D) secured the Third Prize in the Sub-Junior category, and Geetai Nandanwar (X A) clinched the First Prize in the Junior category. Both are selected for the State Yoga Asana Championships.
Pranitha. S (VI A) and Geetai Prasanth Nandanwar (X A) achieved the Third Prize in Artistic Pair Yoga Dance.
Medha.D.Prabhu (VII E) and Aadya Arun (VII B) won the Third Prize in Rhythmic Pair Yoga Dance. Medha D Prabhu (VII E) earned the School Champion Title in the Online State Level Yoga Championship 2023.
Adeline P. A (IVC) received an honorable mention in the Yoga Challenge Competition held in celebration of International Yoga Day, orchestrated by Intach.

ATHLETICS

In the Nalanda Public Inter School Kho Kho Championship, our U17 Girls and U17 Boys exhibited exceptional agility and teamwork, securing the championship.
Elna Elizabeth Praveen (XII B) excelled in the 2nd Khelo India Women’s Athletics League Competition 2023, winning the First Prize in Discus Throw and Second Prize in Shot Put held at Mar Athanasius College Stadium, Kothamangalam.
At the Dr. Tony Daniel Memorial 67th Ernakulam District Athletics Championship-2023, organized by the Ernakulam District Athletic Association, Elna Elizabeth Praveen (XII B) achieved First Prize in the U-18 Girls Discus Throw and Second Prize in Shot Put in the U18 Girls Category. Aagney Sonith Manakatt (IX D) secured the First Prize, and Akshat Krishnakumar (IX E) achieved the Second Position in the U-16 Boys 100m race. Alisha Ansho (VIII E) dominated the U-14 Girls Kids Javelin Throw and Shot Put, securing the First Position in both. Joseph Antony E S (VIII A) clinched the First Position in the U-14 Boys Shot Put.Akshay Shivaprasad (VIII B) secured the second position in the U-14 600m (Boys) race, while Akshat Krishnakumar (IX E) achieved the second position in the U-16 Boys 300m race. Advaith Rama Varma (XI E) secured the third position in the U-18 Boys 1500m race. Arjun Venugopal (VIII B) achieved the third position in the U-14 Boys Long Jump. In the U-14 Boys 4x100m Relay, our school clinched the third position. Our school attained the Overall Runner's Up trophy in the U14 Boys Category. Additionally, the U16 Medley Relay team secured the first prize, and the U18 Medley Relay (Boys) team captured the third prize in the meet.
Nihan Hari (V C )secured the runner-up spot in the All Kerala Rajagiri Badminton Tournament U-11 Boys Singles. In the Yonex State Sub Junior Ranking Badminton Tournament, he achieved third place in U-11 Boys Doubles. He has also clinched third place in both U-11 Boys Singles and Doubles at the Yonex State Sub Junior Ranking Badminton Tournament in Malappuram. Nihan Hari emerged as the Ernakulam District Champion in U11 Singles and Doubles. Additionally, in the Kerala State Badminton Championship 2023 at Idukki, he secured the Second Prize and U-11 Doubles Runner Up title.
Our school triumphed in various events at the CBSE Cluster XI Athletic Meet and the Kochi Sahodaya School Athletic Meet 2023, earning accolades and securing the Overall First Runners-Up Trophy. Elna Elizabeth Praveen secured the first prize in Discus Throw and Shot Put in the Girls-U19 category. Alisha Anso achieved the first prize in Shot Put for Girls. Akshat Krishnakumar secured the second prize in the 400m Race. Arjun Venugopal earned the second prize in Long Jump for Junior Boys. Akshth Krishnakumar, JGeshan Pratul, Aagney Sonith, and Rohan Roy secured the second position in the 4x100m relay for boys under 17. Akshay Shiva Prasad achieved the third prize in the 100m race for junior boys.
Our school's Junior Boys Kho Kho team, comprised of Dev G Raj (XI A), Amal Raj (IX D), Advaith Rama Varma (XI E), Adwaith KR (XB), Krishna G Kurup (XI E), Navneeth K Menon (XI E), Athuljith S (XII A), Pranav Killikar (XI B), Sidharth S (XD), Vishnu Prasad PS (XB), Madhav Mohan (XI B), and Yedhu Krishna Marar (XB), emerged as the champions in the Ernakulam District Kho Kho Championship held at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Ernakulam. Dev G Raj was recognized as the Best Player in the Junior Boys Kho Kho Championship, while Athuljith S earned the title of Best Chaser.
In the same championship, our Junior Girls team secured the championship title. The team members include Renuka Manoj, Sreenanda Somanathan, Niveditha K Nair, Avantika V Menon, and Alphonsa Stessa Siby, who was acknowledged as the Best Chaser in the Junior Girls Kho Kho Team.
In the Kho Kho National Championship at U.P, our school team won against Odisha (21-8) in a pool match. At the Haryana Championship, our girls Kho Kho team triumphed over Odisha and Gujarat in the pool match.

NATIONAL CADET CORPS (NCC)

We are proud to announce that the Nineth batch of our Senior division of NCC is functioning with the same vigour and enthusiasm. Our students participated in the All Wing Annual Training Camp. Mr Shiby Chacko, faculty, Dept of Physical Education finished his refresher course at Officer Training Academy, Kamptee, Nagpur with ‘A’ grade.

LIBRARY

The library, the central hub of our school, is a repository of knowledge that stores the energy to fuel the imagination. Our school library currently is home to more than 13000 books, 17 magazines, and 5 newspapers that cater to the informational needs of our staff and students at both primary and secondary levels. In addition to the class library and reading corner, a new library has been officially opened in the primary section.

NEW INITIATIVES

To foster better reading habits among students in the primary section, a new library has been established. Additionally, a computer lab specifically designed for primary students has also been inaugurated, aiming to enhance their technological skills. This year, we've introduced Kids Olympics as a part of our Edu Sports program for the students. Our school has introduced the Kerala Scouts and Guides programme, with Smt. Rani Tisley and Smt. Anitha M J taking on the roles of Guide Captains.To further innovations in education various activities such as School Innovation Council (SIC), School Integrated Programme (SIP),TheYoung Entrepreneurs (TiE),Yi Thalir has been established, comprising educators, students, and experts from various industries.

OPEN HOUSE

After the exams, Parent-Teacher Meetings are held to update parents on their children's performance and to discuss collaborative efforts in enhancing our students' learning and fostering good citizenship.

RESOURCE ROOM & COUNSELLING

The resource room is an initiative to guide students who need special care and attention. A well-trained Counsellor and Special Educators help the students with their emotional, psychological, and educational needs.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

Smt. Nithya Rajeevan from the Department of Malayalam and Smt. Usha V from the Department of Hindi participated in a Capacity Building Programme focusing on Value Education.
Smt. Anitha V from the Department of Social Science and Smt. Sony I Thekkekkara from the Department of Computer Science attended a workshop on Naipunyam (Skill Development).
Vice Principal, Smt. Indrani Haridasan, engaged in a two-day PRP (Prospective Resource Person) training on "Adolescent Education" by CBSE.
Principal, Smt. Parvathy E, also attended a PRP training on "Learning Outcomes and Pedagogies" and a session on the "Dynamics of School Education with reference to NEP 2020."Additionally, Smt. Parvathy E, Vice Principal Smt. Indrani Haridasan, and Smt. Sangeetha E.K from the Department of English participated in a training conducted by Dr. Shakila Shamsu on "NEP 2020-Bridging School And Higher Education."
Smt. Kala S. Pillai from the Department of Physics engaged in a two-day Capacity Building Programme.
Furthermore, Smt. Susanna Varghese, Smt. Lakshmi G Menon, and Ms. Aswathy Sahajan from the Department of English attended a workshop on ‘Making English Easy and Enjoyable.’ Smt. Indrani Haridasan, Shri Ashok (HOD, Department of Physical Education), and Smt. Sreelekha (Parent Representative, Std VI) participated in a Conclave on Sports Against Drugs at Le Meridien.
Smt. Indrani Haridasan also served as the resource person for a Capacity Building Programme on 'Cyber Safety and Security' conducted by COE, CBSE at Amrita Vidyalayam, Edapally.
Smt. Jijitha V G attended a two-day workshop - ‘NBN Memorial Teachers Enrichment Programme’ on leadership, mentoring, and team building.
Smt. T Baby Savithry.T took part in a five-hour online training on the Pedagogical Perspective of Virtual Labs on Diksha organized by Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET).
Smt. Euby Joseph and Smt. Athira P.N from the Department of Malayalam attended the meeting on 'Arogyam, Aksharm, Avolam Vayana' organized by Nalla Padam, Malayala Manorama.
Smt. Deepa Ravi and Smt. Neenu N B from the Department of Mathematics participated in a workshop on “Effective Ways of Teaching Mathematics.”
Smt. Gayathri Girijan and Smt. Reena Joseph attended a workshop on Pastel Colours - in Bottle Art and Canvas Painting at Vimalalayam.
Smt. Silvi Lukose (School Counselor), Smt. Veena VS (Department of Physical Education), and Smt. Jeeva A.G (Resource Teacher) underwent a Capacity Building Programme on Art Integration organized by CBSE Vidyalaya, Kakkanad.
Smt. Sindhu K R from the Department of Chemistry and Smt. Poornima Divakar from the Department of English attended an Orientation Programme on Kochi Sahodaya Kalotsav 2023.
The Mathematics department teachers participated in a conference conducted by the All India Maths Teachers Association at Bhavan’s Adarsha Vidyalaya, Kakkanad. The attendees included Smt. Mini S Nair, Smt. Mini Rajgopal, Smt. Renuka Gopinath, Ms. Neenu NB, Smt. Jisha Pradosh, Smt. Shylaja Haridas, Smt. Deepa Ravi, Smt. Moni Thomas, and Smt. Subhaja.
Smt. Surya R Krishnan attended a Capacity Building Programme on Art Integration at Cochin Refineries school, Tiruvaniyoor.

EVENTS HOSTED BY OUR SCHOOL

Our school took pride in hosting several significant events, showcasing our commitment to holistic development and community engagement.

The Merit Evening, 'Anarghasangamam,' celebrated the excellence of our SSCE and SSE 2022 toppers.
UDAAN, The Inter School Innovation Challenge, drew participation from various Ernakulam schools, emphasizing our dedication to fostering creativity.
Prioritizing the health of our students, we conduct annual health check-ups for classes I to XII, aligning with the belief that healthy citizens are a nation's greatest asset.
Our commitment to educational excellence was evident in hosting a two-day Capacity Building Programme on "Secondary Math" by the Centre of Excellence, CBSE.
We extended our support to the professional development of Hindi teachers through a workshop organized by M/S Fullmark Publications.
As the lead school, we played a crucial role in preparing the Scheme of Work for English, Physical Education, and Home Science, collaborating with teachers from our sister institutions.
Promoting camaraderie, the Multi-Sports Fest brought together staff from sister institutions for a day of fun-filled activities.
The school hosted the Kerala CBSE Cluster XI KHO KHO Championship 2023, witnessing participation from over 700 individuals.
Svapasya BMUN 2023, organized by our school, was a resounding success, further establishing our commitment to fostering educational and extracurricular excellence.

CULTURAL OUTREACH PROGRAMME

Spic Macay Kerala and Kalabharathi ,Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan,Kochi Kendra jointly organised a lecture demonstration on Purilia Chhaua, a Bengali Folk Dance by Tarapada Rajak and team in the Sardar Patel Open Auditorium.

SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE

A new football turf in the Nehru Block has been constructed for the primary students,a ramp has been constructed in the Gandhi Block, while the Vivekananda Block has been equipped with two lifts. Additionally, laboratory facilities have undergone renovations, and specially designed toilets for Children With Special Needs (CWSN) have been constructed.

CBSE INITIATIVES

The school served as the Examination Centre for the SSCE and SSE 2023 examinations. Recognizing our commitment in fostering relevant education and cultivating a skilled workforce, CBSE has honored our school with the title of Skill Initiative School as part of the Skill Hub Initiative. We hosted the CBSE Cluster XI Kho Kho Tournament. The school was the venue for multiple capacity building programmes by CBSE CoE and was also chosen to host the National Guidance Festival and Skill Expo 2023 - 24 for the CBSE Trivandrum region.

FUTURE LEADERS OF BVM EROOR THROUGH STUDENT EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMMES

Student empowerment programme in school to foster skills like critical thinking, communication, teamwork, decision making and contribution to the community has helped in building confidence and leadership skills in our children. A few of such initiative include - Yoga sessions for the students of RLV UP School on a monthly basis,b Story telling session by the NDLI club members for UKG to Std 2, YiE initiatives and mentorship programmes and the activities initiated by Student innovative council.

STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMME

As an integral component of the Students Cultural Exchange Programme, a delegation consisting of twenty students and four teachers, namely Shri Shiby Chacko (Department of Physical Education), Smt Indu P.N (Department of Mathematics), Smt Shoby Antony (Department of Mathematics), and Smt Sruthi Sankar (Department of English), embarked on a journey to Bhavan's Vidyalaya, Panchkula, Haryana. This marks our inaugural exchange initiative with a school in India, driven by the primary objective of fostering cross-cultural understanding. The program aims to facilitate a profound exploration of cultural differences and provide an opportunity for students to learn and appreciate various cultures and traditions. Six students along with a teacher attended the National Integration camp at Bhavans Gangabux Kanoria VidyaMandir, Kolkata and also 8 students and 2 teachers attended the Vidyodaya Camp, Thevakkal.

NEWS PAPER IN EDUCATION (NiE)

The Newspaper In Education (NiE) Program was implemented for students in grades VI to X in collaboration with The Hindu and Times of India. During this initiative, the District Collector, Sri Umesh N.S.K, unveiled the student's edition of the Times Of India at the District Collector’s Camp Office. He presented the first copies to Ishani B Karun (X C) and Priyansh Nair (IX A).

SOCIAL CONSCIOUSNESS

As part of our Outreach Programme, Snehasparsham, our school sponsored 40 units of F6 Dialysers and Tubings for marginalized dialysis patients at General Hospital, Ernakulam. The Integrity Club, involving students and staff, donated Rs 1200 worth provisions kits to 10 local families. Contributions from standard IV and V students provided provisions to 'Snehasadanam' old age home in Tripunithura.

PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA)

No school can work well for children if parents and teachers do not partner with the children's best interests. The PTA is functioning effectively under the able guidance of the PTA president Smt. Pinky Ramesh. We are obliged to them for their relentless support and guidance in all our endeavours.

ALUMNI

The enduring bond among those who truly recognize each other's value remains unaffected by distance or time. A school's greatness is often defined by the friendships and memories forged within its walls. The Alumni Meet, convened on December 23, saw the joyful reunion of ex-students spanning various batches. Approximately 200 alumni members actively participated, fostering camaraderie in a friendly football match. Notably, the alumni generously sponsored sports equipment for our school. In addition, a special Felicitation Ceremony was arranged to appreciate our alumni Ms Anagha P who got the opportunity to address the audience at the Central Hall of the Parliament House on the life and legacy of Lal Bahadur Shastri during the birthday celebrations of Gandhiji and Lal Bahadur Shastri.

Innovation catalyses unlocking new values, propelling us toward success. Our relentless pursuit of innovation is evidenced by the continuous integration of cutting-edge practices in the field of education. This report transcends being a mere account of the school's activities and achievements in the past academic year; it serves as a mirror reflecting the school's ethos, embodying the unwavering conviction and faith with which we pursue our objectives and the very essence that fuels our current endeavours.

I extend my gratitude to the Chairman, Director, members of the Education and Research Wing, other members of the management committee, Chairman and members of SMC, and President and members of PTA. Their prompt assistance and cooperation inspire us to elevate this institution to new heights. I want to acknowledge and appreciate the tireless efforts of our dedicated team, both teaching and non-teaching staff, for executing their duties with utmost dedication. Special words of gratitude go to all the parents for entrusting us with the responsibility of shaping their children into responsible global citizens and thanks to all the stakeholders and well wishers.

In navigating life, envision it as a mountain climb, where each day presents a new vista. While the summit remains the ultimate goal, numerous beautiful scenes unfold at each new vantage point. I thank you all for being part of this transformative journey.

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ANNUAL REPORT 2022-2023

Esteemed Chief Guest of the day Hon'ble Chief Justice Shri Thottathil B Radhakrishnan, C.A. Venugopal C Govind, Chairman Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Kochi, Shri. E Ramankutty, Director, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Kochi , Kendra Committee Members, Education Officers, Principals, Vice-Principals, PTA President Ms. Greeshma Udayan, other members of the PTA, Parents and well wishers, staff and students- Namasthe and Good Evening.

After two years of silent hallways and empty classrooms, Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Eroor welcomed her kids with great delight and enthusiasm. This year was a challenging one for us. The transition from online to hybrid and then to offline was an uphill battle - a battle to bridge the gap of learning, to normalize school days, to have students reacclimatise to the building, and to rekindle positive connections with other students and staff, all of which are essential for successful learning and growth. With great contentment I can affirm that we have been able to bring our children back to the rhythm of learning. All praise to the dedicated efforts of the teachers and the constant support of all parents.

It is with immense pride and pleasure that I present before you The Annual Report of Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Eroor for the year 2022-2023.

ACADEMICS

Excellence is never an accident. It is the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution.

100% result was secured by the Twenty First batch of Standard XII students in the SSCE 2022. Hridya Ramaswamy was the topper in the Science Stream with 97.2% and Akhila K was the topper in the Commerce Stream with 98.6%. 163 students appeared for the exam, 132 got Distinction, 31 got First Class and 18 got A1 in all subjects. The following students secured 100 in various subjects: Sharath J in Business Studies, Economics and Accountancy. Akhila K, Adya S Nair, Sandhya N Menon and Eirene S John in Business Studies, Sandra Sajan in Home Science, K Lakshmipriya in Informatics Practices, Mythili S in Physics and Keerthana J in Mathematics.

100% result was secured by the students of Standard X in the SSE 2022 with Devika B S Topping with 98.8% in Core Subjects and Chethana Manoj with 99.6% in the best of five subjects’ category. 159 students appeared for the exam, 139 got Distinction, 17 got First Class and 26 got A1 in all subjects. The following students secured 100 in various subjects: Chethana Manoj in English, Malayalam and Science. Lakshmi R in English, Malayalam and Artificial Intelligence. Bharath S Nair, Adithya B Nair, Anagha Sanjay, Anushka Sajan, Athulya P and Gouripriya B in Malayalam, Abhinav S Pai, Adwaith Krishna, Abhinav T M in Sanskrit, Devika B S and C M Meenakshi Prabhu in Mathematics, Malavika Hareesh in Artificial Intelligence’ Savinaya R in Science and Adwaith Krishna in Social Science.

This year we have 143 students of Std XII and 159 students of Std X appearing for the SSCE and SSE respectively. We bestow our blessings and well wishes upon them.

At present our student strength is 2381, inclusive of Kindergarten. Our family comprises a dedicated team of 120 Teaching Staff and 30 Non-teaching Staff.

The school council comprising the Captains, Vice Captains and Prefects of the Houses and the Primary Parliament is headed by Senior Head Boy Jagath Jeevan M, Senior Head Girl Abhiraami R Nair , Junior Head Boy Pranav A Nair, Junior Head Girl Mithra Gopalakrishnan, Senior Sports Captain Devapriya S Menon and Junior Sports Captain Renuka Manoj.

CO-SCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES

The world has changed fundamentally in the last few decades and the roles of learning and education in day-to-day living have also changed forever. Co-curricular activities of our school help hone the talents of young minds, develop a sense of competitive spirit, co-operation, leadership, diligence, punctuality, team-spirit as well as help them to inculcate and nurture social and moral values. Observing days of national and international importance, celebrating various festivals, partaking in drug awareness campaigns, organising sessions on cyber security, career guidance etc. ignite the young minds to uphold the values of patriotism, compassion, selflessness, honesty, responsibility, self- respect etc.

It fills my heart with pride and joy to inform you that our students brought laurels not only in academics but in the fields of art, culture and sports.

We have a few students in the limelight this year…….

1. In the National level drawing competition conducted by the Information Security Education and Awareness (ISEA), Nandana Unnikrishnan of Std XI won the consolation prize. She also won the First and Third prizes in Painting and Pencil Drawing respectively, in Atham 2022 conducted by Tripunithura Municipality, Third prize in Oil Painting in the All Kerala Bhavan’s Fest, Second prize in Portrait Painting in Fabula Inter School Competition conducted by Rajagiri. All appreciation to Nandana for developing the logo for the Dr K M Munshi Memorial Inter School Athletic Meet, which is to stay forever.

2. Priyanka Rajan of Standard VI, our young maestro in chess has proved her mettle in various district and state chess championships. She won the first in the U12 and the U17- District Chess championship, second position in the U11- State Chess competition and third position in the 3rd Kerala State Chess Competition. Priyanka has represented our state in the U11 and U12 National Chess Championships. She has also secured various prizes in the Inter School and Intra School Chess Competitions.

3. Adithya Harikrishnan of Standard VI, our young virtuoso, was awarded the First position in Instrumental Music competition in the School Wizard Talent hunt competition organised by Asianet News. This award was given to him for exhibiting varied talents in multiple musical instruments namely Darbuka, Djembe, Mridangam, Piano, Melodica and Drums. He has also won First Prize in the Akhila Kerala Mridanga Malsaram 2022 conducted by The Alwaye Sangeetha Sabha.

4. Mithra Gopalakrishnan (Std.X) got the Best State Level Entry in the Malayalam Essay competition conducted by the Ministry of Petroleum & Gas, Govt.of India.

5. Gayathri Rupesh of Standard IX won the Second prize in the State Level Painting Competition, Third prize in the All Kerala Inter-School Painting Competition (Senior) in connection with World Space Week. She also won the Second prize in the State Level Painting Competition, organised by IBRO in connection with Brain Awareness Week 2022.

6. Parvathy P N (VI) secured First in the painting competition conducted by Lulu Mall in connection with Gandhi Jayanthi. In the Navarathri Celebrations organised by Ernakulam Karayogam, she won the first prize in Light Music and the second prize in Malayalam Recitation. Parvathy also secured the second prize in the Painting Competition conducted by Kerala Fine Arts Society and Rotary Club. She is a budding artist who participated in the Quarter Finals of Lulu Little Star.

7. Ishani B Karun (Std IX) and Priyansh Nair (Std VIII) secured Second Prize and a cash award of Rs 1500 each in the Science Exhibition organised by The Choice School. They also won the Performance Award and a cash prize of Rs 5000.

8. Priyansh Nair of Std VIII won the medal of Excellence in the National Assessment for Scientific Temperament and Aptitude (NASTA).

9. The Yoga enthusiast Geetai Prashant Nandanwar proved her caliber by winning the Second Prize in the Ernakulam Yogasana Championship. She was selected for the State Yogasana Championship.

10. Parvathy Unnikrishnan, our little percussionist won the third prize for her Tabla performance in the SAPTARANG CULTURAL FESTIVAL organised by Saptarang Sevabhavi Sanstha held at Nanded, Maharashtra.

11. In the Vidyodaya Camp organised by Vidyodaya School Thevakkal, Shobith V of Standard VIII received the Best Adventure Award, Devananda S and Niranjan S Anandan of Standard VIII secured the Best Students’ Group Award.

12. Our school won the overall trophy in the All Kerala Gita Chanting competition held at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavans Vidya Mandir, Poochatty.

13. Our students were crowned the First Runner Up in the CBSE Cluster XI Athletic Meet. 12 students of ourschool have proved their mettle and have qualified for the Nationals. They are-

Aagney Sonith Manakkat (Std VIII)
Akshat Krishnakumar (Std VIII)
T R Nakul (VIII)
Akshay Shivaprasad (VII)
Arjun Venugopal (VII)
Alphonsa Stessa Siby (VIII)
Alisha Ansho (VII)
Jovita P Joy (XII)
Devna G Raj (XII)
Devika G Raj(XII)
Devapriya S Menon (XII)
Elna Elizabeth Praveen (XI)

Elna Elizabeth Praveen and Jovita P Joy were awarded the Individual Championship.

14. In the All Kerala Bhavan’s Youth Festival, our school won many prizes and attained the Third position in category IV and Fourth position in Category V.

15. We are proud to inform you that our students proved their excellence in the SOF Olympiads by winning the Gold Medal of Excellence.

16. Mr. Shiby Chacko of the Department of Physical Education was part of the Cricket team that emerged Runner Up in the TCC Legend Cup. He represented Team Solo XI in the Tripunithara Legends Cricket League 2022 and won the Runner Up trophy.

17. In the Kerala State Master’s Athletic Championship, Ms. Swapna Paul (Department of Physical Education) won the Silver Medal for 100 mts. and 200 mts. Race. She also secured the gold medal in 100 m Race and the silver medal in Long Jump in the 41st Kerala State Malayali Master’s Athletic Meet.

18. Ms Veena V S, Faculty, Department of Physical Education won the Best Teacher’s Group Trophy and the Best Country Runner Trophy in Vidyodaya Camp organised by Vidyodaya School, Thevakkal.

19. Ms. Anitha M J (Faculty Department of Physics) was awarded the Best Teacher Coordinator for Science Olympiad Foundation.

20. An article written by Smt. Priya Don Thomas, Librarian on the topic ‘Experiantial learning through innovative services; Evolving libraries in tandem with the times’ was published in the Conference Proceedings of the National Conference on Documentation Science and Information Management.

21. Articles penned by teachers and students of our school were brought to limelight through the pages of Times of India NIE Programme.

CULTURAL

Varsha Varma of Std XI won the First Prize in the Nadhanirjari Competition organised by Vidyodaya School.
S R Bhagyasree of Std. VIII secured First Prize for Vartasamayaha, Sanskrit news reading, in the Inter-School Literary Competition held by Vidyodaya School.
In the NOVICE NOVELLA NOUVEAU Inter School Literary cum Art Competition conducted by Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Amulya Thomas and Aparna Miya Vinod of VIII secured the First position in the Junior Category.
U Meenakshi of Std.VII won the First position in the ‘Thulavarsha Pacha’ and second position in the ‘Kavitharamam’ Malayalam Recitation Competitions.She has also won 17 prizes in the Karayogam Competition.
The school carol team won the Second prize in the Carol Singing Competition conducted by Mary Matha Public School.

QUIZ

Lavanya Rajan of Std XII and C M Meenakshi Prabhu of Std XI emerged as winners in the Inter School Bhavan’s Quiz Aurorae 2022 conducted by Bhavan’s Adarsha Vidyalaya, Kakkanad .
Priyansh Nair and Abhinav A of Std VIII won the Second Prize in Arcana, a quiz competition organised by Bhavan’s Munshi Vidyashram, Thiruvamkulam.
Priyansh Nair and Shivanandan of Std. VIII secured Third position in the Junior Category of QUIZZOBUZZ organised by Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Elamakkara.
Priyansh Nair of Standard VIII and Yadhukrishna Marar of Standard IX secured the second prize in the Samasya Quiz organised by NIT, Calicut.
In the Zee Mind Wars Quiz competition Shanthanu S of Std VIII and Sidharth V Gopal of Std VI secured the First position and Shivnandan of Std VIII and Diya Ramaseshan Std VIII secured the second position.
Varun V of Std XII and P Nithish of Std IX won the First Prize for the Techno Wiz II in the Fresco competition conducted by Rajagiri Christu Jayanthi School.

PAINTING

The paintings of Jannette John (Std.X) and Gayathri Rupesh (Std.IX) were selected as Best Entries from the State in the competition conducted by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Govt. of India.
In the Fabula Competition conducted by Rajagiri Christu Jayanthi, Vedapoorna of IX and Gayathri Roopesh of IX won the First Prize in the Art Palette Collage.

ATHLETICS

The school has always been taking initiatives to get the best talent in the sports arena. In the field of Athletics our athletes have brought laurels to the school.

Aagney Sonith Manakkat secured First position in the Under 14 Boys 50m, in the junior Athletic Meet held at Kozhikode. He also participated in the National Athletic Meet, Guwahati, representing the Kerala Junior Team.
In the Ernakulam District Athletic Meet our students put up an exemplary performance.

1. In the Medley Relay Under 18 Girls First position was bagged by our team consisting of Devapriya S Menon, Devna G Raj, Devika G Raj, Jovita P (XII).

2. Jovita P Joy (XII) secured the Second position in the 800 Meter race.

3. Devika G Raj (XII) bagged the Second position in the 100 meter race.

4. Elna Elizabeth Praveen (XI) bagged the First position in the Discus throw and stood Second in Shot put.

5. Our Under 14 boys bagged the First position in the 4x100 meter relay. Team members are Akshay Shivaprasad, (VII), Akshat Krishnakumar (VIII), Agney Sonit Manakkat (VII), T R Nakul (VIII).

6. For the under 14 girls 4x100 meters relay, our girls team comprising Aiswarya Suraj Nair, Sithara Haridas, Sanjana Rajeesh, Alphonsa Stessa Siby of VIII bagged the second position.

7. Our relay team made us proud by winning the 4x100 meters relay for under 18 girls.They also secured First in 4x100 meters relay (senior Girls) in the Mar Athanasius Athletics Championship 2022-23.

8. In the Triathlon for Under 14 Girls, Sanjana Rajeesh secured the Second position.

9. Our school bagged the Second position in the Under 14 category (Girls) and Third position in the Under 18 category (Girls).

10. In the Mar Athanasius Athletics Championship 2022-23 our students won many prizes;

Sanjana Rajesh (VIII) – First in Long Jump, 200mts & 100 meters
Aagney Sonit Manakkat (VIII) – First in 100 meters
Devapriya S Menon (XII) – First in Long Jump
Cebin E Erney (XI) – First in Long Jump
Elna Elizabeth (XI) – First in Shotput Junior Girls.
Devika G Raj (XII) – First in 100 meters and 200 meters
Devna G Raj (XII) - First in 400 meters and second in 200 meters
Rohan Roy (X) - Second in 100 meters
Sreenanda Somanathan (IX) – Second in 100 meters
Jovita P Joy (XII) - Second in 400 meters Senior Girls.
Dev G Raj (X) – Second in 800 meters Junior Boys.
Alphonsa Stessa Siby (VIII) – Second in 200 meters and 2nd in 4x100 meters Junior Girls.
Nehal George (XII) – Second in Discus throw boys.
Aagney Sonith Manakkat, Akshat Krishnakumar, T R Nakul, Akshay Shivaprasad (VIII) – First in 4x100 meters relay Sub- Junior Boys.
Sidharth S, Yogish Rameshkumar P, Abhishek K R, Anandakrishnan A (XII) – Second in 4x100 meter relay.
Pranav, Rohan Roy, Ashish Chandran, Jashan Prathul (X) – Second in 4x100 meters relay .
Alphonsa Stessa Siby, Sanjana Rajesh, Aiswarya Sooraj, Sithara (VIII) – 4x100 meters relay under 14 girls.
In the Mar Athanasius Badminton Championship our school won the Overall Trophy and our players, Nihan Hari, Abhishek K R, and Niranjan Arun were awarded a cash prize of Rs. 10,000
In the RBC Shuttle Badminton Tournament
Abhishek KR won the First Prize in the Under 17 category.
Nihan Hari of standard IV got the Second Prize in the Under 11 Category. Arjun Sajith and Harshavardhan Harish secured the Second prize in the under 13 Doubles.
In the All Kerala Zest Junior Open Badminton Championship, Nihan Hari of Std. IV won the First Runners Up Under 11 Boys category.
Jovita P Joy (XII) was selected as the Man of the Match in the Kho-Kho Competition conducted by Kho- Kho Federation of India.
In the Inter-School Football and BasketBall Tournament held at Gregorian Public School Bazith Biju (XII) was adjudged the Player of the Match.
Our girls Kho-Kho Team won the CBSE Cluster XI Kho- Kho Tournament. Jovita P Joy (XII) was awarded the Best Player Trophy and Devapriya S Menon was awarded the Best Defender Trophy. The Kho-Kho team boys won the Second Runner Up Trophy. Dev G Raj was awarded the Best Defender Trophy.
The school’s Girls Football Team won the MGM Inter-School Football Tournament organised by MGM Public School, Kandanad.

NATIONAL CADET CORPS (NCC)

We are proud to announce that the Eighth batch of our Senior division of NCC is functioning with the same vigour and enthusiasm. Our students participated in the All Wing Annual Training Camp and Anna Zachariah (XII) was adjudged as the Second Best Cadet in the Senior Wing.

LIBRARY

The library, the central hub of our school, is a repository of knowledge which stores the energy to fuel imagination. Our school library currently is home to more than 13000 books, 17 magazines and 5 newspapers that cater to the informational needs of our staff and students at both primary and secondary levels. The NDLI Club has been a hive of activities this year. Student representatives from classes VI to XII under the leadership of Ishani B Karun of Standard IX conducted various literary and reading related activities.

NEW INITIATIVES

Kalabharathi Annex, a new cultural wing to promote and propagate various art forms among students started functioning in the school.
Projwalanam Ideate to Innovate, a tie up with Adi Sankara Group of Institutions was inaugurated. The students are mentored periodically.
Our school became a part of Anti- Narcotics Club, ‘Yodhav’, a government initiative to raise awareness about the supply, use and spread of drugs and to fight against drug abuse.
Our school has been chosen as one among 200 schools across India to be part of the Creative Intelligence Mentorship Programme initiated by Rapsody Foundation. The programme is running under the alliance with the World’s top creative brains from Harvard University, Stanford, Oxford, IITs, HCL,OLA etc. All students from Grade VI to XII will receive global mentorship through a globally acclaimed online platform named KRUU.

OPEN HOUSE

Parent Teacher Meetings are conducted after every exam to appraise parents about their wards’ performance and discuss how we can go hand in hand to help make our students better learners and good citizens.

RESOURCE ROOM & COUNSELLING

The resource room is an initiative to provide guidance to students who need special care and attention. A well trained Counsellor and Special Educators help the students with their emotional, psychological and educational needs.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

The Principal, Vice-Principal and all subject teachers attended various workshops in their respective subjects conducted by CBSE and other organisations on NEP and Teaching Methodology.
Principal Smt Parvathy E is the resource person for multiple subjects under the COE, CBSE.
Vice Principal Smt. Indrani Haridasan was the Resource Person for the Capacity Building Programme organised by COE, CBSE on the topic 'Cyber Safety & Security'.
Smt. Priya Don Thomas, Librarian was the resource person for the students of Rajagiri College of Social Science on Career Prospects in Library Sciences’.
The school was the host to the Capacity Building Programmes,conducted by COE, Thiruvananthapuram on Life Skills and workshops on core subjects.
Our teachers attended a certificate course titled School Innovation Ambassador Programme organised by CBSE in collaboration with MOE (Ministry of Education).
Shikshan Bharathi Evaluation (of the scholastic and co-scholastic areas) was conducted under the able guidance of Smt. Sukumari Menon, Education Officer, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Kochi Kendra.

EVENTS HOSTED BY OUR SCHOOL

The following events were hosted by our school.

Merit Evening, ‘ ANARGHASANGAMAM’ , was conducted to felicitate the toppers of SSCE and SSE 2022.
UDAAN, The Inter School Innovation Challenge was conducted successfully by our school. Various schools across Ernakulam participated.
Keeping in mind the statement ‘Healthy citizens are the greatest asset any country has’, we conduct health check-ups every year for the students of classes I to XII to ensure good health and hygiene among students.
The Inter-School Chess League was held in our school. Two of our students emerged as winners; Priyanka Rajan of Std VI bagged the First prize in the UP Girls category and Bryan Bestin of Std III won the Third Prize in the LP Boy’s category.
On the occasion of our 75 years of glorious Independence, 'Vande Mataram’- a drama depicting the story of India's fight for freedom by The Apple Cart Theatre was staged in the school.
The school participated in the largest virtual group song event in India, ‘Amrit Geet’ in which more than 75,000 students from across Kerala participated on the virtual platform and this effort was recorded by India Book of Records.
Vimukti, the anti-narcotic wing of the school organised Ottan Thullal by Sri Jayaraj V, Excise Preventive Officer , Tripunithura.
Our school successfully organised Svapasya 2022, Ektara- Inter School Music Fest. Schools in and around Ernakulam District participated. .
Dr. K M Munshi Memorial Inter-School Athletic Meet was successfully conducted in our school and 41 schools with 1537 students from all over Kerala participated.Aagney Sonit Manakkat of Std VIII created a new meet record in 100m in the Under 14 boys category.

CULTURAL OUTREACH PROGRAMME

As part of the 14th Cultural Outreach Programme, Nepathya Centre for Excellence in Koodiyattam presented ‘Koodiyattom’ on the story ‘Jadayu Vadham’.
Kathakali demonstration and lecture was held by SpicMacay for students of VI, IX, X and XII
‘Kangyarkali’ the folk dance ritual of the district of Palakkad was performed by Madathil Bhaskaran Ashanand his group in school.

SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE

The Kalakshethra block and the wash area near the canteen were renovated, pathways and pavilion were paved with interlocking tiles.
Separate toilet for children with special needs has been constructed in the school.
A ramp has been constructed in the Primary Block.
Parking area for the teachers is paved with tiles.
A new high jump bed was added to the sports equipment.

CBSE INITIATIVES

The school was the Examination Centre of SSCE and SSE 2022 examinations and was also the center for evaluations in the subjects of English, Mathematics and Malayalam.
Our school is the Hub lead school with 5 schools under it.
Skill Hub Initiative- Our school has been given the title Skill Initiative School by CBSE, with the aim of facilitating and making education more relevant and creating an industry fit skilled workforce.
The School Innovation Council, comprising educators, students and experts from various industries, was formed.

STUDENT EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMME

Students of classes 6 to 12 were given awareness sessions on varied subjects in the course of the year which would empower them to face the challenges in life.

STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMME

The Student Exchange programme with Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Kent, which has been stalled for two years due to Covid 19, will start in 2024. The team from our school, comprising teachers and students, will visit the school Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Faversham, Kent,UK, as part of the Programme For Educational And Cultural Exchange(PEACE).

NEWS PAPER IN EDUCATION (NIE)

The NIE Programme was conducted for the students of VI to X under the auspices of The Hindu and Times of India.

SOCIAL CONSCIOUSNESS

Only a life lived in the service to others is worth living. As a noble gesture to instil the value of kindness towards fellow beings, the students of std V were taken to Sneha Sadanam, an Old age Home in Tripunithura.They distributed provisions collected from the students of std 4 and 5. Learning materials were distributed to a few needy students staying in our locality. Our students and staff donated clothes and blankets to Adivasi Village at Wayanad.

PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA)

No school can work well for children if parents and teachers do not act in partnership on behalf of the children's best interests. The PTA is functioning effectively under the able guidance of the PTA president Smt. Greeshma Udayan. We are obliged to them for their relentless support and guidance in all our endeavours.

The activities undertaken by them were

1. PTA distributed payasam to all students, teaching and non teaching staff of the school on the occasion of Onam

2. PTA sponsored the prizes given to the toppers in Anarghasangamam- Merit Evening 2022.

3. PTA sponsored jerseys for the school athletic team.

4. PTA was kind enough to sponsor the amount of third AC (up and down) for the Kho Kho team who had gone to the National Kho Kho Championship in Punjab.

5. We are grateful to our PTA for sponsoring the prizes worth Rs 10000 for the Annual Day.

ALUMNI

No distance of place or lapse of time can lessen the bond of those who are thoroughly aware of each other’s worth. One thing that makes an institution great is the friendships and memories created in the portals of the school. The Alumni Meet was held on 11 December 2022. Ex-students from across the batches were present. Around 200 alumni members participated. A friendly football match was also organised. The alumni have sponsored sports equipment to our school.

Innovation is the change that unlocks new values which leads to success. We continue to strive towards innovation and for that the latest practices in the field of education are being continuously incorporated.

This report is much more than a statement of the school’s activities and achievements in the last academic year. It is a reflection of the school ethos, an expression of the conviction and faith with which we pursue our goals and the very spirit with which we at present work.

At this juncture, I thank the Chairman, Director, Education and Research Wing, the other members of the management committee, SMC and the PTA whose prompt assistance and cooperation, encourage us to take this institution to greater heights. Let me place on record my deep appreciation to the untiring efforts of the committed team, the teaching and non-teaching staff of our school for discharging their duties in the best possible way. We are grateful to all the parents for their unswerving faith in us in transforming their children into responsible global citizens.

Live your life each day as you would climb a mountain

An occasional glance towards the summit keeps the goal in mind,

but many beautiful scenes are to be observed

from each new vintage point.

Thank you

Annual Report

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