" Yoga is journey of self, through the self, to the self."
International Yoga Day was conducted on ,21st June 2023, Wednesday. For the morning shift, Mrs. Pradnya Basmatkar and for afternoon shift, Mrs. Meghana Patil were invited to demonstrate some yogasana to students. Students performed yoga enthusiastically. Information about music day was given by teachers in the assembly.
This is a platform where the students learn to choose the perfect leaders for themselves in a democratic way.
On the 23th of June 20223 Friday, elections for the post of Head Prefects and Vice Prefects were conducted in the Primary section. Candidates from Std. III and IV contesting for Prefects and Vice Prefects posts respectively canvassed in all classes prior to the election. House Captains for each house were chosen by the students of their respective Houses.
Elected candidates(Prefects and Vice Prefects)took oath on Wednesday, 28th June 2022, in the presence of the Headmistress, teachers, invited parents and other students. The Headmistress gave away the badges. She addressed students with their responsibilities and duties towards school. They learned mannerisms and discipline through this oath.
Primary section conducted a mehendi competition on account of Nag Panchami. Girls as well as boys participate enthusiastically and drew beautiful mehendi designs. This year it was conducted on 3rd August 2019. Students enjoyed each and every moment of this competition, they learnt about a new medium of art. Students tried to use cone for design very confidently. They used different line forms, decorative forms, and traditional forms for creating the design patterns.
Winner's got the ''Best Designer Certificate.''
Our school celebrated Rakshabandhan as “SamajikBandhilakiRakshabandhanProgramme” On 14th August 2019.
It is said as Rakshabandhan is celebrated to give respect to all our near and dear ones who take care of us. For this we tie Rakhis. RakshaBandhan is not only meant for siblings but for protection of any loved ones. ‘Raksha’ means protection and ‘Bandhan’ means bond.
In our school we considered Van Kakas and Housekeeping staff as our care takers. As while travelling from home to school and from school to back home Van Kakas are there who care for our students and make their travel safe; similarly our House Keeping Staff keeps our school very clean which helps us to have healthy and hygienic day in school. So, students tied Rakhis to Van Kakas and House Keeping Staff.
Independence day was celebrated in our school on 15th august 2019. Chief guest for the programme was Colonel Jayant Pendse( Retd ) sena medal. The flag was hoisted by the chief guest. The students of primary section presented a song a related to traffic rules. We celebrated Sadak Suraksha Saptaah from 15thAugust to 24th August as per the guidelines given by M.E.Society.
National sports day is celebrated to honour Major Dhyanchand for his contribution to sports in the fied of Hockey. We celebrate this day as Rashtriya Khel Divas in India. This year an account of National sports Day, our school conducted Mini Marathon for the students of StdI to IV. It was conducted on 30th August 2019. Students actively participated in the marathon. During the marathon for the injured kids first aid was made available, which was performed by students under the supervision of teachers. This made students realise the usage of first aid kit as well as importance of helping each other.
Sport activities always emphasises on Unity is Strength.
In this Mini Marathon even teachers participated actively.
Teacher’s Day was celebrated on 05th September 2019. We celebrate this day in remembrance of Dr. Sarvampalli Radhakrishnan. An opportunity was given to standard IV students to manage the school as Teachers do. They enjoyed and did a great job. This helped them to understand the teacher’s duties and responsibilities. Standard IV classes were converted into staff rooms so even they had the feel of being a teacher.
Stress management workshop was conducted for the teachers by Mr. Santosh Ghatpande based on Music Therapy.
Ganesh Festival is celebrated enthusiastically in Maharashtra. But now it has become popular in other states and foreign countries too. The idols made of plaster of paris are hazardous to the environment, so to make students and parents aware of this we conduct 'clay modeling'. This activity is conducted to develop visual discrimination eye, hand, mind and head co-ordination tactile sense and dexterity. Std I to IV students use clay for making Ganesh idol. Students enjoy making Ganpati Bappa on their own. This year it was conducted between 26th to 30th August 2019.
Interschool group song competition was held on 21st September 2019. This year the theme was ‘Songs of Lord Ganesh’. 21 schools participated in this competition. The competition was full of enthusiasm and melodious songs. This was our 7th consecutive year of hosting this competition. Mrs. Yogini Karve( SangeetAlankar ) and MrsNehaDeshpande ( SangeetAlankar ) were the judges. Winners 1st – Aaryans World School, Bhilarewadi 2nd - Paranjpe Primary School, Pune 3rd - D.E.S English Medium Primary schoo, Pune Consolation prize - M.E.S. BalShikshan Mandir English Medium School Pune.
A field trip for STD-I was planned on 15th November 2019, Friday, to Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park which is located in Katraj.
The zoo has collection of reptiles, mammals, and birds. It incorporates a rescue center for injured and orphan animals and run an animal adoption scheme.This place conserves and enhances the natural beauty and resources.
Students enjoyed watching tigers, different types of snakes, deer, tortoise etc.
On 15th November 2019, std II students had gone for the field trip to `Shinde Chhatri`, Wanwari and at ‘Seven Wonders Park` , Sahakar Nagar. At Shinde Chhatri, students got acquainted with bravery of Great worrier, Maharaja Shinde. They saw the pictures of different brave worriers of this family. Students enjoyed watching replicas of seven wonders and they got the information about them. They had fun at this park by playing on swings, slides etc.
The students got the experience of eating tiffin along with their different friends, in the lush, green environment. It was noticeable that all the students were keen to keep the area clean, before they leave the park.
Every year on 14th November, we celebrate Children’s Day as a tribute to First Prime Minister of Independent India, Jawaharlal Nehru.Fondly known as Chacha Nehru, he was immensely fond of children. He would consider children as the future of our bright, prosperous India. His birth date 14th November is celebrated as a Children’s day.
This year we celebrated this day by showing a movie, `Hawa-Hawai’, to all children. This movie is directed by the well-known director Mr. Amol Gupte. This movie portrays a story of a son of a poor farmer, who has a great passion for Skating and by overcoming all the difficulties, how does he achieve the success in it. It gives the message about strengthening one’s will power and the ability to survive in the hardest circumstances.
On 16th November 2019, night camp was organized for the students of class IV. Students reported to school at 6pm. There was lot of excitement between the students as it was their first night out camp. At night, story session was held by our guest along with celebration of Tripurari Pournima . Students lit diyas to celebrate 40th year of BSM. Information about Tripurari Pournima was given by teacher . Students enjoyed dinner in the school courtyard together.
The night out concluded on the next day morning with refreshing milk and biscuits. It was a memorable experience for all students and an event to cherish forever!
The ‘AbhivadanYatra' was organized on 19th November 2019 on the occasion of the Centennial Diamond Festival of Maharashtra Education Society (160thyear). People from all the schools and colleges of M.E.S.participated in this yatra. The staff of B.S.M. English Medium school participated in this Yatra along with the ‘Rath’ displaying SEVEN AAYAMs of M.E.S. Society. These AAYAMs include Science and Technology, Education in Mother tongue, Sports, Personality Development, Health Education, Art Education, and Teacher’s Up gradation. The AAYAMs depicts the values we imbibe in the students to become a good citizen. In this way we are trying to walk on the path of our founders.
Everyone had enormous enthusiasm and their faces were lit with joy. Various institutions, associations, educational institutes, shopkeepers on Lakshmi Road, various banks, alumni of M.E.S. and well-wishers, welcomed this ‘Abhivadan Yatra’ by greeting everyone and appreciated the discipline and planning of the Yatra. Students from the 'Savali' institute also participated in the last phase of the yatra.
The ‘Sneh-Melawa’ was organized on the occasion of the “Founders Day” of Maharashtra Education Society on 23rd November on Garware College ground.
The staff of B.S.M. English Medium school had participated in this ‘Sneha-Melawa’. All the schools and colleges of the institute including students, teachers and administrative staff were present on this occasion.
Everyone had enormous enthusiasm and their faces were lit with joy. Many guests visited our stall and interacted with us. We shared new activities in our school and our future plans with them. Students from the 'Savali' institute also visited this ‘Sneh- Melawa’.
We had organized fun fair 2019-20 on 26th November 2019. STD IV students as well as their parents headed each stall assigned to them, under the guidance of the respective teachers. Mr . Sangram Dhone was the chief guest of the program. There was variety of stalls like food , games, tattoo , mehandi etc.
The main aim of organizing the funfair was to give students practical knowledge of business i.e. firsthand experience of entrepreneurship, to enhance their skills of public communication and to allow them to enjoy the day.
Everyone enjoyed the funfair wholeheartedly.
On Wednesday ,23rd november 2019, a field trip was arranged for students to Katraj dairy and Swami narayan temple, Students enjoyed seeing temple inticate carvings and knowing about its history.
Then, they visited Katraj Dairy where they saw a short film about Structure and working of the dairy. Iinside of the dairy they saw the packing of different dairy products.
We had organized a field trip on 28th November for the students of Std IV to Science Park located in Pimpri Chinchwad.The aim of this visit to Science Park was to inculcate positive attitude towards Science amongst the students.
Students observed and understood the various exhibits on Astronomy,Bio-medical Science, working models applied principles of physics. They came to know about Energy, Fun science and Galaries on Automobile . Student also visited dinosaur park and learnt about various species of them. Further on, the students enjoyed the scientifically designed swings that are operated acording to the scientific principles.
The visit enhanced their observational,comprehension,anyalytical and reasoning skills.
This year Annual social was held on 23rd December 2019 for morning shift and on 24th December for Afternoon shift.
The objective was to enhance students’ sports skills and to make children aware about the physical fitness. The performances like lathi kathi and lezim, represented the culture of Maharashtra.
This year we had the “Annual Sports Gathering”. We had planned different sports for the students. Chief Guests who graced the occasion on 23rd December for morning shift was Dr. Swaroop Savanur, Mental Conditioning and Peak performance coach. For the afternoon shift, the Chief Guest was Mr. Milind Gunjal, former ‘Ranaji’ cricket player.
Std I students presented Parachute Drill and Dumbbells’ drill.
Std II students presented Ring drill and Acrobat drill.
Std III students presented Lathi Kathi and yoga.
Std IV students presented Lezim and Aerobics.
Sports week was conducted from 2nd December 2019 to 7th December 2019 in BSM primary school.
Individual events like Lemon and Spoon race , Hurdle race, Running race ,Sack race, Book balance and Inter house team events like Tug of War, Dodge Ball, etc. were conducted during sports week. All students participated with zeal and exhibited their talent.
Sports events inspire students to be healthy and fit so that in next year’s sports week they can participate enthusiastically. Students develop skills like team work and co-operation through this activity.
Annual lunch was arranged by school for the students of I to III standard on 7th, 8th and 9th January 2020 in Swami Krupa Hall, Kothrud.
Students were served Maharashtrian Cusine and they enjoyed the food with their friends.
Students learned good eating habits and avoided wasting food.
Republic Day was celebrated on the huge playground. he chief guest Lt. Col. Mr. Praful Mehta hoisted the National Flag along with the school committee members.
Colourful cultural programs such as March Past, Gymnastics and Lathi Kathi Demonstrations were held. Students of primary section received awards in excellence in academics, good conduct and sports.
Every year on occasion of the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda i.e.12th January Yuva Chetana Din is celebrated by Maharashtra Education Society on the Garware College Ground.
The chief guest was International Rifle shooter Ms. Anjali Bhagwat and Mr. Prashant Dongre, Director of Niramay Solutions, was the main speaker of the event.
The students who have performed well on national level in sports, were felicitated by the dignitaries. Demonstrations of different games were the highlight of the program.
National Sports Day was conducted for the students of Primary Section (Std I to Std IV ) on Saturday 29.08.2020. The celebration was conducted online by different activities planned for the students as follows.
Timing
Morning 9:00 a.m to 9:45 a.m
Afternoon 10:00 a.m to 10:45 a.m
Students and parents attended the webinar and enjoyed the National Sports Day celebration on a new online platform.
Ajenda For The Program:-
Std I
1) Pratima poojan of Major Dhyan Chand Singh
2) Pledge
3) Significance of National Sports Day
4) Story telling session by Mrs. Anjali Patankar
Std II
1) Pratima poojan of Major Dhyan Chand Singh.
2) Pledge.
3) Significance of National Sports Day.
4) Story telling session by Mrs.Rupa Shirsikar.
Std III
1) Pratima poojan of Major Dhyan Chand Singh.
2) Pledge .
3) Significance of National Sports Day.
4) Interactive session with International/ National sports personalities,
a) Mr. Rohan Dabhade (Rollball).
b) Ms. Tanvi Deshpande (Volleyball).
5) Film on Major Dhyanchand was shared with the students.
Std IV
1) Pratima poojan of Major Dhyan Chand Singh.
2) Pledge .
3) Significance of National Sports Day.
4) Interactive session & guidance given by,
Mr. Mandar Dalvi (Ex Ranji Player, BCCI level 3 coach)
5) Film on Major Dhyanchand was shared with the students.
The month of September was celebrated as the ‘ Month of Gratitude’ by conducting various activities. The celebration started with Teachers’ Day to honour and appreciate the teachers for their contribution to society as they are the spark, inspiration, guide and candle in the life of their students. We also thank our ancestors for the life given to us as because of them we are what we are today and we wish they rest in peace where ever they are.
Its also the time to say thank you to our body, soul and mind. So an online session of guest speaker Mrs. Lakshmi Wadekar was conducted for teachers on 5th September to help them connect with mind, body, and soul and feel rejuvenated and re establish the relationship with self.
Story telling session were conducted for the students of Std I, II and III based on Importance of gratitude by our guest speaker Mrs. Nidhi Nikam and our teacher on 19th September and for the students of Std IV by guest speaker Mrs. Janhavi Limaye on 26th September.
These session helped the students to understand the importance of showing gratitude to each and everyone around them. Showing respect and appreciation towards others and saying thank you give us positive attitude.
Different activities were conducted for teachers by Headmistress Mrs. Manjusha Durve like writing gratitude for others and making a gratitude tree, meditation, feeling positive emotions, relishing good experiences and memories, improving health, how to deal with current adverse conditions and writing gratitude journal daily.
Sports Week was conducted for the students of Primary Section ( Std I to IV ) from 07/12/2020 to 11/12/2020. This year due to covid pandemic the sports week was conducted on digital platform. The students were asked to send demo videos of games related to fitness..
The game were as follows
Games for
Std - I &II
1) Clap and catch
2) Eye Hand coordination.
Std- III
1) Clap and catch
2) Side to Side.
Std- IV
1) Floor and chair sit game.
2) Side to Side.
Students participated enthusiastically and enjoyed the games.
Every year our school conducts the Annual Social gathering , full of colour , dance, music and costumes.
Even this year, the pandemic could not stop us from conducting the annual social with great enthusiasm.
It was conducted on digital platform. In accordance with this year’s theme, `Relations’, many performances showing relationships with nature, our country, healthy body and the corona warriors , were planned and all teachers took great efforts for the online rehearsals of the same.
Videos of performances by all students were compiled and the Annual Social Gathering `Connect’ was conducted on 22nd December, 2020 for Std. III and IV. And for Std. I and II, on 23rd December, 2020.
Students were fascinated by watching their own performances on the screen, along with parents.
Based on the theme of this year “The Year of Relationships”, a salad decoration competition was held for the students of STD- I to IV on 31st January 2021 .The team of the father and the student had participated in salad decoration competition. Which was held on virtual platform .Each class was allotted different theme for salad decoration.
STD-I Fruits and Leafy vegetables
STD-II Spices and Leafy vegetables
STD-III Sprouts and Root vegetables
STD-IV Fruits
The students were judged on the basis of ingredients , creativity, timeframe, overall presentation. The students with their father actively participated and enjoyed the event.
In the academic year of 2020-21 during pandemic, our school successfully streamed online programs like 'Connect – Annual Social' and virtual field trips. The school has added one more feather to its hat by conducting Online Science Day celebration. A Science Exhibition perfectly named `Amalgam’ proved an unique experience for the students of the Primary Section on Saturday, February 27, 2021. The streaming of the exhibition started at 9.00 am and remained spellbound as video was consisted of all types of experiments performed by teachers. Dr. Bharat Vhankate, the Visitor of the School shared his valuable words at the beginning of the program. Mrs. Manjusha Durve, the Headmistress, guided and motivated all teachers to make the event successful.
Morning Shift -
Std I Emerald –
- Mrs. Bhagyashree Abhijeet Joshi (Mother of Ameya Joshi)
- Mrs. Aarati Vijay Agashe (Mother of Aarya Agashe)
Std III Coral –
- Mrs. Deepti Abhijit Kulkarni (Mother of Amogh Kulkarni)
- Mrs. Hemangi Jitendra Pujari/ Kamat (Mother of Yukta Kamat)
Afternoon Shift –
Std I Starfish
1.Mrs. Meghana Unmesh Koshti (Mother of Prisha Koshti )
Std. II Blue Whale
- Mrs. Nitya Ashwin Tambat (Mother of Ishaan Tambat)
Std III Octopus
2.Mr.Yogesh Nagine (Father of Asmi Nagine)
- All the teachers were informed about the theme of the year, yearly duties of the teachers, different workshops activities ,functions that would be carried out in the upcoming academic year.
The Orientation meeting was conducted for parents of STD I students on June 10,2021 (Thursday) on virtual platform from 09:00am to 10:30am.
Around 125 parents attended the meeting. Morning shift coordinator Mrs Vandana Kundetkar welcomed the parents. The meeting started by offering prayer to Goddess Saraswati by Miss Aarohi Ghatpande student of STD IV.
The Headmistress Mrs Manjusha Durve introduced the teachers and addressed the parents giving details about the working of Primary Section,the theme of the year 'Knowing our values',No bag day concept and online teaching. Mr.Yogeshwar Kulkarni vice chairman of Harmony shared his experiences about Primary Section and online teaching.
The class teachers of STD I Mrs. Shilpa Yeole, Mrs Shubhangi Athawale, Mrs Pallavi Bhogade and Miss Siddhi Gokhale explained the parents about the school timings, textbooks and notebooks, evaluation pattern, assignments, projects, rules to be followed during online sessions. The queries of parents were answered by Headmistress and teachers.
The vote of thanks was proposed by Afternoon shift coordinator Mrs Harsha Dalal. The meeting was concluded by Pasayadan by Mrs. Aishwarya Joshi.
The orientation meetings for the parents of the students of standard II to Std. IV were conducted on 12th June 2021 on virtual platform.
In these meetings, parents were introduced with the class teacher and subject teachers. The class teachers explained the syllabus, textbooks, notebooks, evaluation pattern etc. Parents were briefed about the discipline and rules to be followed during the online learning.
In these meetings, parents were informed about the theme of this academic year `Knowing our values’. Our school is trying to imbibe different values amongst the students. In this regard some workshops, activities, events, story telling sessions and guest lectures have been planned for the parents too. The new concept , `No Bag Day’ was explained by the class teachers.
The sessions were ended by giving satisfactory answers to the questions raised by the parents.
The orientation meetings for the parents of the students of standard II to Std. IV were conducted on 12th June 2021 on virtual platform.
In these meetings, parents were introduced with the class teacher and subject teachers. The class teachers explained the syllabus, textbooks, notebooks, evaluation pattern etc. Parents were briefed about the discipline and rules to be followed during the online learning.
In these meetings, parents were informed about the theme of this academic year `Knowing our values’. Our school is trying to imbibe different values amongst the students. In this regard some workshops, activities, events, story telling sessions and guest lectures have been planned for the parents too. The new concept , `No Bag Day’ was explained by the class teachers.
The sessions were ended by giving satisfactory answers to the questions raised by the parents.
On July 17 a lecture was conducted for parents and students of Std III on the topic ‘Sanskarache Pratibimba’. It was conducted by Smt. Rajani Thuse. She is a retired teacher from Maharshi Karve's Mahilashram Highschool. She has experience of 30 years and has worked as a headmistress for 5 years. She was awarded ‘Adarasha Shikshak Rajya Puraskar’.
Important tips for parents which can be inculcated in students from a young age as Honesty, Hardwork, Respect for elders, Forgiveness, Kindness, Learning good manners, etc were shared by Rajani Madam. It was discussed that moral values describe the ideas and principles of behaviour and it teaches about what is right or wrong.
Inculcating the values in the minds of young children was appreciated by parents.
The session ended with a vote of thanks.
An online session on ‘Sanskaranche Pratibimb’ was conducted for parents of students of std IV on 17th July 2021. Mr. Kedar Tapikar, Assit. The Director of was Shikshan Probhodini was the guest speaker.
The objective of the session was to imbibe the importance of values to be inculcated in young children by parents. Tapikar sir elaborated about value-based education as an important part of the education system as well.
It was an interactive and thought-provoking session and gave everyone an enriching experience.
On the occasion of "Aashadhi Ekadashi " Abhang competition was conducted for the students of the Primary Section. The competition was conducted on a virtual platform this year.
A total of 153 students participated from both shifts. Three winners were declared from each class. The performances of the students were judged by the music teachers. The students sang the abhangs melodiously dressed in traditional clothes with a lot of enthusiasm.
Date 29-7-21
On the occasion of International tigers day, a lecture was conducted for the students of
Std III and IV by Dr. Suchitra Suryavanshi Patil, the veterinary officer at Rajiv Gandhi Zoological
Park and wildlife research center Katraj Pune.
The head prefects of the primary section (Morning shit) Miss Sachi Joshi and Master Manas Apte
hosted the program.
Information about the classification of tigers their conservation, facts about tigers, their life
Span, scientific names, genus-species was shared
The students enjoyed the program.
A session on menopause and Mental health was conducted by M.E.S. personality Development Centre was conducted by PDC on Wednesday, 4th August 2021 for the teaching and non-teaching staff.
The introduction of the speaker Mrs. Girija Likhite was given by Mrs. Vandana Kundetkar.
The main aim of this awareness session was to equip teachers with facts on menopause-like giving ladies the confidence to start a menopause conversation at work and to explore practical solutions and remedies to help themselves
This informative session lasted for two hours and Mrs. Girija Likhite covered a broad range of menopause-related topics like key facts to help understand and recognize menopause and its symptoms, the impact of menopause in a family, or at the workplace, and practical and effective solutions to help support and manage menopause.
The workshop was enriching and interesting. The problems faced by the teachers in day-to-day life were discussed and queries asked by teachers were explained.
Teachers got equipped with the necessary facts and information which will help them effectively manage menopause.
The workshop ended with the vote of thanks by Mrs. Shilpa Yeole.
An Art Workshop for Std.I and Std.II parents was organized by school on 24th July 2021,from 10:15 am to 11:15 am.It was conducted on virtual platform.The main purpose of this workshop was to create awareness regarding Art subject and its importance in education and in day to day life and to show how art helps students to develop their interests in this field.
Many teachers and parents participated in this fruitful workshop. Mrs. Shilpa Yeole introduced Art Teachers and the workshop started with Ganesh Vandana and the live drawing demo of Lord Ganesha by Mr. Sandesh Shete.Our Art Teachers Shete Sir and Harsha Dalal briefed the parents about the yearly planning of "ART and CRAFT".
Parents were overwhelmed by the efforts taken by the school to pursue the interest of student towards art.
The vote of thanks was proposed by Mrs.Pallavi Palaskar.
An elocution completion for Primary Section was organised in the month of August. The competition was conducted in two groups as follows.
Group I - Std. I and Std. II – “My Responsibility Towards Nature”
Group II - Std. III and Std. IV – “The Personality I Like The Most”
Students were asked to send videos of their speech by to the respective class teachers. The responses received from students were very impressive and expressive. Class teachers selected best entries from first round.
On 19th August, 21 the final round of elocution competition was held live on virtual platform.
Students performed profoundly and confidently. Innovative ideas, thoughts and knowledge were put forth through their speech. The participants won the hearts of the judges with their confidence, expression, and talent and made the event really memorable.
The result of this memorable competition was declared on the same day. The efforts of the teachers to make the competition successful were appreciated by the parents and the Headmistress, Mrs. Manjusha Durve, under whose guidance this competition was conducted.
Topic- Self Awareness
A workshop for teachers of Primary Section was conducted on Saturday 21-8-21, by Mrs Surekha Nande and Ms Smita Lohkare at M.E.S. Saraswati Bhavan from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The topic for the workshop was Self Awareness. This workshop was conducted to help teachers improve their confidence while facing the challenges during this pandemic and online teaching-learning.
This workshop has gave all the teachers, the insight to see the positive as well as negative qualities within and further accept those to improve themselves to be a person who can grow in career and life by practising growth mindset.
An activity of ‘Prakruti Vandana’ was organized by Hindu Adhyatmik and Seva foundation (HHSS) on 29th August 2021.
The activity was regarding creating awareness about conservation of environment, forest and animals and create a strong bond with each other.
The objective of this activity was each students, their family members and friends would adopt and take care of a plant, nurture it not only for a day but throughout their life.
With the intension of creating tremendous positive energy, everyone was appealed to perform the pooja of a plant at 10.00 am. They tied a rakhi as a symbol of protection and love and took a pledge , they would take care of a plant as their family member and help to protect our planet.
The students and their families enjoyed the activity as each one could express ‘Gratitude’ towards our Mother Earth.
To imbibe the importance of ‘Guru’ in our life, every year our school celebrates Guru Pournima. This year, different guest lectures were arranged to celebrate Guru Pournima, on 23rd July, 2021.
Various information about the teachers who shaped the future of their students, were shared by these guest speakers. They focused on the usefulness of knowledge imparted by teachers with the help of stories and their own experiences. They emphasized the importance of values like discipline, honesty, hard work, time management and having faith in Our `Guru’,.
Following guest speakers had honored these sessions.
Std. I – Mrs. Sulabha Ghaisas (Faculty member of M E S)
Std. II – Mrs. Rupa Shirsikar (Founder member of a Pre-primary school)
Std. III - Mr. Adwait Abhyankar and Mr. Pushkar Gadgil
(Alumni students of M.E.S Bal Shikshan Mandir E.M.S.)
Std. IV – Mr. Yugandhar Salunke (Sportsman at National and Internationa Level in Karate, Kick-boxing and Skating)
All the sessions were very interactive and motivational.
On 31st August Dahi Handi and Gopalkala were celebrated on virtual platform.
The students and all the class teachers together decorated the Dahi Handi.Different decorative materials and colours were used to decorate the Handi. This time instead of the art teachers the class teachers guided the students about this artwork.
On this day students were given the demonstration for `how to make the Gopalkala, by subject teachers. The list of required food items were already sent to students. Students followed all the instructions and prepared the gopalkala. It was a delicious dish that the parents also enjoyed it. All the students assured the teachers that they will often cook this nutritious and tasty food instead of any junk food.
It was an innovative session for students.
On the occasion of Teachers Day, students of Std I to IV performed cultural programme in their respective classes .
Entertainment programme was organized by students for their teachers to show gratitude. All the teachers enjoyed this programme.
On the occasion of Teachers Day Students of Std IV conducted online classes for the Students of Std I to III.
With the help of teachers many activities were planned for first and second periods. Students of Std I to III enjoyed this Teachers Day Celebration.
Watching students planning and executing this event was a good experience for all the teachers.
A lecture on 'MES family, values and history' was organised for the the students of standard IV and their parents on 9th October at 12 :00 noon.
Mr. Sudhir Gade the Assistant Secretary M. E. Society was the guest speaker for this session. He is a well known orator and speaker and has delivered lectures on multiple topics across a wide spectrum of audiences.
The main objective of this session was to make the parents and students aware of the the history and values of M.E.S a 161 year old institution.
Information about the founders of M .E .Society Adya Krantiveer Vasudev Balwant Phadke, Prabhakar Bhave and Lakshman Narhar Indapurkar was given.
Students learnt the values of MES as - care and love for everyone, care for quality education, continuous education and education for Kg to PG.
Field trips help students to get the knowledge through direct exposure of various facts , instead of just passively listening to the information being taught in class.
Following are the places where students visited virtually on 25th September, 2021
STD I – A farm house
STD II - Seven wonders park, Laxmi Mata Temple, Bagul Udyan , Sahakarnager
STD III – Anthropology And Geology Department of Pune University
STD IV- The Blind’s School, Pune
Virtual field trips were very informative and interesting experience. Along with the students, the teachers got a lot of information, as well.
Every year on 15th October, the birth anniversary of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is observed as ‘Reading Day’ (Vachan Prerana Din) in the country. This year Reading Day was celebrated one day before i.e. on 14th October 2021 in the school.
Appropriate passages were selected for the students of std. I to IV based on the life experiences of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
In the beginning of the session, students were given information about Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam by the class teachers. Students read the passage along with the teachers.
The reading activity was enjoyed by students as well as teachers. It was possible to imbibe the importance of reading habit in the students through this reading activity.
As a part of our Yearly Theme,'' KNOWING OUR VALUES ''. It's time to explore the respect and responsibility. So on the onset of Rakhi Pournima,school arranged Rakhi Making Competition for Std.I to IV students. This competition was judged by Mr.Sandesh Shete and Mrs.Harsha Dalal,the Art teachers of Primary Section.
The competition was held before Raksha Bandhan. This was a Online Competition,it was,prepare one video of your ward which will include the process of Rakhi Making and the final Rakhi made by him/her.
Students made Tri-colour Rakhi using the material mentioned below -
Cereals
Pulses
Colour papers
Paper quilling
Waste materials
Learning is discovering your abilities,talent and innovative ideas. The Rakhi Making Competition gives opportunity to the students to use their creativity and make a beautiful Rakhi on their own. Students enjoyed this competition vey well. 80 students out of 308 students won the prizes from Std.I to IV.
A lecture by Mr. Vinod Bodhankar was organized on the 6th June 2022, Monday in the auditorium. He spoke about the importance of the effectiveness of meditation in day-to-day life. All teachers from Preprimary, Primary, and Secondary were present for the lecture.
Orientation meetings for I, II, and III, IV were held in the auditorium on 8th June 2022, Wednesday, and 18th June 2022, Saturday respectively. Honorable Principal, Mrs. Manjusha Durve addressed parents and told them about the theme of the year 2022 "Towards enlightenment" .Teachers presented a PPT showing information about uniform, diaries, examination pattern, and planned activities. Candidates as Harmony members and MataPalak for classes from I to IV were elected in the orientation Meeting.
School reopened on 15th June 2022, Wednesday On the first day of school students from I to IV were welcomed by pinning smile batches. Chikkis were distributed in I standard . Wind day was celebrated by making pinwheels and strips of paper to understand the direction of the wind. Students enjoyed all the activities conducted in the school.
A Bagless day was conducted on Yoga day,21st June 2022, Tuesday. For the morning shift, Mrs. Neeta Dhamdhere and for afternoon shift, Mrs. Pallavi Vaidya were invited to demonstrate some yogasan to students. Students performed yoga enthusiastically. During school hours students celebrated Giraffe day by watching videos about giraffes and by making giraffe crowns. Music day was celebrated by making a mouth organ and watching a video of Ghatpamde sir telling the importance of music in life .
This is a platform where the students learn to choose the perfect leaders for themselves in a democratic way.
On the 24th of June 2022 Friday, elections for the post of Head Prefects and Vice Prefects were conducted in the Primary section. Candidates from Std. III and IV contesting for Prefects and Vice Prefects posts respectively canvassed in all classes prior to the election. House Captains for each house were chosen by the students of their respective Houses.
Elected candidates(Prefects and Vice Prefects)took oath on 29th June 2022, Wednesday in the presence of the Headmistress, teachers, and other students. The Headmistress gave away the badges. They learned mannerisms and discipline through this oath.
Doctor's day, Chartered Accountant's day, and G.S.T. day was celebrated on 1st July 2o22, Friday in the stilt area. Doctors and CA parents were invited to celebrate this day. Information about the role of a doctor and CA was given by guests to students. Students learned the importance of a doctor in our life as well as terms like accounts and G.S.T.
Guests Invited in the morning shift Guests Invited in the afternoon shift
Dr. Abhijeet Deshpande Dr. Ashvini Kulkarni CA Makarand Pendse CA Ganesh Korgaonkar
A Curious Mind workshop for students of III and IV was conducted in the auditorium on 2nd July 2022. Mr. Kapil Joshi from Green Leaf Organization guided the Curious Mind project to the students and parents.
“Aashadhi Ekadashi” was celebrated by morning and afternoon shifts on Thursday, 8th July 2022 in the stilt area. Students of Std. IV came in saints attire for Dindi. The Palkhi Procession (Dindi) was held by students around the school premises. Boys were holding flags and girls were carrying saplings of Tulsi on their heads. in Dindi. Students sang bhajans and channted 'Gajar" of Lord Vittal in the Dindi. Prefects and Vice prefects performed puja of Palkhi with the help of teachers. After the program, prasad was distributed among the students.
A Sagrmitra workshop for students of IV was organized on 12th July 2022,
Tuesday in Auditorium. Mr. Vinod Bodhankar spoke about the dis advantage of throwing plastic in the environment and the importance of separating plastic from waste. He encouraged students to collect plastic and help the environment from being polluted.
Gurupornima was celebrated on the 13th of July 2022, Wednesday. It was celebrated as Bag less day. Students made greetings for teachers. They made paper bags under the guidance of teachers.
The fancy dress competition was conducted on Tuesday, 26th July 2022 on account of Kargil Vijay Diwas. Students came in the attire of Unsung Freedom FIghters and gave information about them.
Story Telling competition was conducted on 1st August 2022, Mondy on account of Tilak Punyatithi. Also, on this day Mehendi competition was taken in the school. Students took part enthusiastically and drew beautiful Mehendi designs on their hands.
The third bagless day was planned on 2nd August 2022, Tuesday on account of Nag Panchmi. Students performed activities like colouring a snake and making a snake of paper. Also, a lecture by Mr. Rohan Korgaonkar was arranged in the auditorium. Students listened to him attentively and learned about different facts and myths about snakes.
An Art Workshop for Std I was conducted on Saturday, 6th August 2022. The workshop was taken by art teachers, Sandesh Shete sir, and Harsha teacher. During the workshop, information about the activities planned for Std I was discussed with parents. A drawing activity was conducted for parents during the session. Parents were pleased to know about activities planned for the students.
A lecture by Mr. Kapeel Joshi from the Green leaf organization was arranged in the auditorium on account of World elephant Day. Students listened to him attentively and learned about different facts and myths about elephants.
19th August 2022, On account of Gopalkala, Gopalkala was prepared by all classes to celebrate Gopalkala. teachers told the story of Gopalkala and the importance of sharing food with each other.
Water week day was celebrated on 25th August Tuesday. Mr. Santosh Kumar from Green leaf Organization was invited as a guest speaker to make students aware of the conservation of water. Students listened to the speaker attentively asked questions related to it.
World Senior Citizens Day was celebrated on 25th August 2022 in the auditorium. Some grandparents of students were invited as guests to celebrate this day. Students asked different questions like their hobbies, childhood memories ,etc. These senior citizens shared their childhood memories with students and guided them with many things. Students enjoyed some time with guests.
Letter writing activity was conducted on 1st September 2022 on account of World Letter Writing day . Students were asked to write letters to their last year's Class teachers. Students shared their feelings towards their previous year's Class teachers They enjoyed writing letters a lot.
World coconut day was celebrated on 2nd September 2022 in the school. Students were asked to bring a tiffin having a dish made with coconut, Students enthusiastically brought a tiffin with a dish made with coconut. Teachers told the importance of coconut trees to the students.
Teachers Day was celebrated on 5th September in the School. Students of 4th standard took assembly and worked as teachers for 1st to 3rd standard. Our headmistress Manjusha Durve had planned a few games for teachers. Students enjoyed this day.
World First Aid Day was celebrated on the 13th of September in School. Laboratory Assistant Jyoti Teacher was invited as a guest speaker to make students aware of the importance of the First Aid Kit. She demonstrated some immediate assistance we should provide to patients before going to a hospital. Students learn many things to help a patient before reaching a hospital.
Charu Dawande told the importance of mindfulness day in assembly. Meditation was taken for students in respective classes.
Hindi Diwas was celebrated in school on 14th September 2022 in school. Parents of 4th standard students were invited as guest speakers to give information about Hindi diwas . Guest speakers told stories and told the importance of the day. Students sang a beautiful Hindi song 'Nani teri morni ko mor le gaye' and students read a conversation in a story in front of 3rd and 4th standard students.
Engineer's Day was celebrated on 16th September 2022 in School.
Engineer parents were invited as guest speakers. They gave information about o them. engineers and their work. Students asked a few questions them. Students enjoyed spending time with them.
The Interschool Group singing competition was conducted in school on 17th September 2022.
13 schools participated in the competition. Children had prepared and sung beautiful songs about animals and birds. M.E.S. Bal Shikshan mandir English Medium School (Morning Shift ) got first prize. Versatile School got second prize. D .E. S. English Medium School got the third prize and Paranjape School got Consolation Prize.
Afort model making competition we organized for std III and IV From 7th November 2022 to 11th November 2022. Main aim behind this activity was to make students aware about our great history. Students enjoyed making models of different forts, Many of them had visited forts and gathered information about it. They presented their fort very confidently. Parents also enthusiastically guided students in making models of forts. There was an exhibition of these models on Saturday, 12-11-2022 for all. Everyone was very pleased and happy with the activity taken by school.
On account of Children's day, bagless day was conducted . different activities were taken on this day. A movie was shown to students of III and IV on this day. Students enjoyed a lot. For I and II a field trip was arranged to Katraj Zoo and Someshwar wadi respectively. Students come to know the culture and different occupations in villages.
