GEN B.C. JOSHI APS PITHORAGARH

r GEN B.C. JOSHI APS PITHORAGARH Volume 1 Issue3 Issue2 October-December-2016 FOUNDER S DAY 2016 It is important to know where we stand today and where we have come from Founder s day is the most important day of the school calendar. On this day we are reminded how the school was formed years ago and where we stand today. What all we have achieved till this date and our goals for coming years. This day we remember the Founder(s) and value their legacy. The Gen. B.C. Joshi APS Pithoragarh celebrated its annual Founder s day on 16 th October 2016. The chief guests of the school were Mrs and Mr. Rakesh Manocha, (SM. Brig. 119 Ind. Inf bg). The function started with the Lightning of Diya followed by various programmes. There were breath taking performances like Ganesh Vandana, Classical Dance, Fusion Dance, Dance on the patriotic song, Chhalia Dance, English and Hindi Play, English and Hindi Group Songs. The prize distribution ceremony was

organized at the end of the function. Thimayya House as holding number one position in co-curricular activities was given the Champion s Trophy. The school has laid another milestone in encouraging and motivating the students to do better in academics, sports and co-curricular activities. This year, in the field of academic excellence for an academic year, Panchshul Cup, a new award was introduced and Bhagat House won this cup. This year two other new awards were introduced. Scholar Tie, awarded to the students having continuous excellence in academics for three years and Scholar Blazers, awarded to the students having continuous excellence in academics for five years. The school also gave awards to the students who secured 10.0 CGPA in class X and who secured good percentage in Class XII Board in the academic year 2015-16. Students who participated in various cluster, command and state level tournaments and won were also awarded. The School s chairmen on his speech appreciated everyone for their contribution for making the event very beautiful. School Principal Mr. Manish Panwar on his various interactions with teachers and students thanked and appreciated all the efforts put by teachers, students and parents. The function ended with the National Anthem and a motivation to do great infuture. ORIENTATION PROGRAMMES IN MATHEMATICS AND SOCIAL STUDIES 2016 MATHEMATICS: Under the guidance principal Mr. Manish Panwar The Department of Mathematics organized Orientation Programme on 28 th Oct 2016 for the students who are underachievers and need to focus more on the subject. This was the first phase of the programme and the main objective was to obtain the highest level of Mathematics Standards in underachievers. The Programme was conducted in two time slots, Classes VI- VIII and Classes IX-XII. Parents of the students (Underachievers) studying in classes from VI to XII were called and issues related to their ward(s) discussed. The School Principal Mr. Manish Panwar, HOD Mr. Hem Chndra Joshi, PGT Mathematics, Mr.

Rajesh Chandra Sorari, TGT Mathematics, Mr. Gurdayal Singh, TGT Mathematics, Mr. Devendra Prasad Bhatt, TGT Mathematics and Mr. Kuldeep Pandey spoke on the issues and challenges faced by teachers, students and parents. The points of general instructions discussed were the (i) Need of Mathematics and Reasoning in 21 st Century (ii) Phobia of Mathematics (iii) Interest in the Subject (iv) Need of Practice (v) Role of Parents. The parents present also gave their suggestions and complimented the efforts made by the school management and teachers. SOCIAL SCIENCE: An orientation programme was organized in the school on 19 Nov 2016. All faculty members of Social Science department interacted with Parents of students (underachievers). Principal addressed the parents on the subject and Teachers answered the queries of parents. The parents complimented the efforts of staff and the School management SWATCHHTA PAKHWADA School is a place where a student learns so many important things. And can apply them for living a better and responsible life. To inc ulc ate the habit of cleanliness, respect for the school and nature school observed Swatchhta Pakhwada from 01 Dec to 15 Dec 2016. During this period cleanliness drive and related activities (Nukkad Natak, Shramdaan, poster making, rally etc) held at school in which students & staff participated with enth usia sm.

WORKSHOP FOR FEMALE TEACHERS AND STUDENTS Over the past few years, the issue of women s safety has become a prime focus of public attention and concern in India. Harassment is any improper and unwelcome conduct that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation to another person. A study of school girls in one south Indian state also documented girls vulnerability to harassment. There are no clear statistics on the number of child abuse cases in India, primarily because of the low reporting of such crimes. The new report from HRW said such abuse is disturbingly common, government responses are falling short in protecting children and in treating victims To make the female teachers and students aware about it a workshop was conducted by members of Female Complaint Committee on 06 Dec 2016. In the workshop female staff members and students were sensitize on topic Protection of Female employee/student from sexual harassment at work place through videos, PPT presentation and lecture. SHRISTIR ANANDA (A WORKSHOP ON ARTS AND MUSIC)

School is not only about academics it is also about overall development of an individual. It is not only about text books and exams and results but also about inculcating values and morals and learning new skills and using this knowledge for becoming a successful person and a valuable citizen. Arts and Music are those two very popular skills of human beings that inspire millions. To inspire students of all the schools of the towns Gen. B.C. Joshi APS Pithoragarh organized a two days Arts and Music Workshop Shritir Ananda. Many renowned artists, dignitaries, principals of various school, teacher and students were parts of this amazing and inspiring workshop. On the Opening Day the Chief Guest of the Day was Brig. Rakesh Manocha SM. The esteemed guests of the workshop were Prof. Shekhar Chandra Joshi, Dean, Faculty of Visual Arts, SSJ Campus Almora, Mr. Jaideep Mukherjee, Asst Prof, HOD Musics Department of Dhirendra Mahila PG College Banaras and Tabla Artist from Banaras Gharana along with two mind blowing little Vocal Classical artists Daalia and Julia. Mukherjee. Some students from SSJ Campus Almora also were the part of the Event. The students and teachers of various schools participated on the event. A painting competition was conducted on the the Kumaun and Its Scenes. The results of the competition are as under 1 st Position: Sneha Chauhan (Gen BCJ APS Pithoragarh) 2 nd Position: Vikash Sharma (SDS GIC Pitoragrarh) and Rekha Bisht (Manas Academy) 3 rd Position: Vishal Kumar (Maharishi Vidya Mandir Pithoragarh) Consolation Prize: Swati Vishwakarma( Maa Nainawati Public School) On the second day the guest of Honour was Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Sinha, District Magistrate Pithoragarh who on his inspiring speech told students to pursue hobbies for making a better life and also thanked and congratulated the school management and ICs. The Limelight of the Function was two little vocal artists Daalia and Julia Mukherjee who stole the heart of every listener. They sand some Ragas and Bhajans.

The School Principal on his Vote of Thanks Speech appreciated the efforts put by students, teachers and ICs and thanked all the guests members, school principals, teachers and students for becoming the part of the event. The in-charge of the Event was Mr. Ramesh Kumar Ghosh and Music workshop was held under assistance of Mr. Harish Chandra Joshi. CAREER COUNSELING PROGRAMME Every student faces the question of what next after class 12 th and 10 th. Firstly, to decide a stream, and then, to decide the graduation course! A helpless 16 year old is faced with the choice of three streams - Humanities, Science and Commerce, and the only career guidance he has is the opinion of his parents, his teacher s judgment based on his marks and the comments of his friends and neighbors. But is that much help sufficient for a child to base the foundation of his entire career? It is at this point that a career counselling for school students can help the child sail through these turbulent times. How career counseling works (Sources Internet) Career counselling involves scientifically developed aptitude tests and personality tests that helps the counselor give the best suited career advice to the student based on his report of his aptitude and personality. Human capacities are infinite and can never be measured, nor are we to judge of what one can do. Every person has unique characteristics, for everyone has his or her own strengths and weaknesses. The key is to identify these unique qualities is through career counselling. Making an Informed Choice To Choose a Career Career counselling sessions helps the students to know the pros and cons of the different streams and the career path it offers, thus the students can make an informed choice, and get a career assessment that helps avoid the risk of change in career path later in life. The importance of pinpointing the work cut out for each person can only be gauged when one sees the agony of extreme job misfits. Money is important, but not more than contentment. So a career counselling and guidance

is needed to help organize ones thoughts and ideas on decisions. It can boost the morale and confidence. To help students for choosing better careers Career Planning Programme /Workshop for students & parents (Cl-IX to XII) held at school on 12-13 Dec 2016. The workshop was conducted by Mr Jitin Chawla, Director, Centre for Career Development, New Delhi. VISITS Month Date of Visit Name & Designation of the Officer Oct 2016 21/11/2016 Col (Retd) R V Singh, Dir AWES, Central Comd Remarks Nov 2016 26/11/2016 Brig Rakesh Manocha, SM Chairman Gen B C Joshi APS Interaction Boarder Students with 28/11/2016 Mr Sandeep Pant, Principal, Army Public School No 2, Roorkee. Dec 2016 19/12/2016 Brig Rakesh Manocha, SM Chairman Gen B C Joshi APS 20/12/2016 Dr Ranjeet Sinha, DM Pithoragarh Annual Technical Inspection 2015-16. Tentative Art & Music Wksp

PARENTS TEACHER MEETING, FACILITATION AND ORIENTATION PROGARMME ON 24 th December 2016 school organized Parents Teacher Meeting, Facilation Programme and Open Forum for Parents. The event was presided by School Principal Mr. Manish Panwar and the Chief Guest of the event was School Chaimain Brig. Rakesh Manocha SM. The students achieved excellence in academics in the academic year 2015-16 was facilitated by awards and certificates EXCURSION TOURS (IMA DEHRADOON, JIM CORBET NATIONAL PARK AND NAINITAL) IMA DEHRADOON: Gen. B.C. Joshi APS Pithoragarh organized excursion tour to IMA Dehradun to motivate students to serve the Nation by becoming a part of INDIAN ARMY. In this tour 22 students participated. It was scheduled on 7th oct to 9th of oct 2016. Student was scooted by Retd. asst Commandant R. P. Singh (coast Guard), Event Organizer - Jasvender Singh and Trip IC - Pradeep Maurya and Ravinder Singh Saun.

JIM CORBET NATIONAL PARK AND NAINITAL An educational cum adventure tour was organized by school from 08 oct 2016 to 12 Oct 2016, to Jim Corbett National Park Ramnagar and Nainital. 35 students along with 2 rticipated in the tour. NATIONAL CHILDREN SCIENCE CONGRESS-2016 Students of Gen.B.C. Joshi APS Pithoragarh participates in National Children Science Congress Competition held in the month of November at different levels and the team made to the State Level which was held in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. The main theme of the project was Sustainable Development for the Development of good future. And the subtopic on which they prepared projects and conducted the surveys was Degradation of Basic Health, Hygiene and Nutrition Conditions. The members of the group were Akanksha Bisht, Dhriti Raghav, Suhana Nagarkoti, Gunjan Pathak and Hitesh Joshi. The teacher i/c for the project was Mr. Gaurav Kapri, PGT Biology. National Children's Science Congress (NCSC) is a nationwide Science Communication programme started in the year 1993. It is a programme of National Council for Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science and Technology, New Delhi. It is a forum children of the age-group of 10-17 years, both from formal school system as well as from out of school, to exhibit their creativity and innovativeness and more particularly their ability to solve a societal problem experienced locally using by method of science