School Events at Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar

The Janmashtami celebrations at Podar International School (ICSE), Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, took place on 14th August 2025.

Key Highlights:

• Colourful Dresses: Students dressed as Lord Krishna.
• Dahi Handi Celebration.
• Presence of Principal Dr. Raghuveer Y.V, coordinators, teachers, and staff.

The celebration promoted cultural awareness, teamwork, and student engagement.

The session on dental hygiene and medical careers sounds like a valuable experience for the students!

The session has been conducted to the students of classes 5 to 8 from Podar International School, ICSE, as part of 'ACHIEVER'S MEET' on 5th August 2025 at the school premises.

Key Highlights:

• Expert Insights: Doctor Mrs. Madhuri Jadhav shared her expertise.
• Career Guidance: Students learned about opportunities in medicine.
• Practical Tips: Students received advice on maintaining dental hygiene.

Benefits:

• Informed Career Choices: Students gained insight into the medical profession.
• Health Awareness: Students learned the importance of dental hygiene.
• Inspiring Role Model: Doctor Mrs. Madhuri Jadhav inspired the students with the knowledge of career guidance.

The session was surely beneficial for the students! The school principal, Dr. Raghuveer Y.V. admired the great initiative and the efforts of the resource person.

A plantation drive was conducted on 29th July, 2025 for classes 3 and 4 at Podar International School (ICSE), Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Students brought various plants, contributing to environmental protection and awareness.

Principal Dr. Raghuveer Y.V and coordinators participated in the event.

Community Service Activity

A community service activity was conducted on 17th July 2025 under the Podar Volunteer Programme.

Students of Classes 1 and 2 donated food items to an orphanage in Aurangabad, learning empathy and kindness.

Team Effort:

• Class teachers: Mrs. Saumya Nair, Mrs. Jyotsna Chavan, Mrs. Namrata Kulkarni, Mrs. Manjusha Chaudhary
• Principal Dr. Raghuveer Y.V, School Admin Officer Mayur Targale, School Coordinator Mrs. Sangeeta Panda
• Incharge Teachers: Mrs. Madhuri Joshi, Mrs. Jasbir Chhatwal

The initiative taught students social responsibility and the importance of giving.

The Moment of Harmony, Divinity & Colourful Celebrations

Podar International School (ICSE), Chhatrapati Sambaji Nagar celebrated 'ASHADI EKADASHI' at its premises on 5th July, 2025.

The students from class 1 to 4 dressed in Varkari tradition. Some of the boys and girls came in the attire of Lord Vittal and Goddess Rukmini. The campus illuminated with bright colours and chantings of devotional phrases.

The school Principal Dr. Raghuveer Y.V addressed to the students on this auspicious occasion. The Primary coordinator Mrs. Leena Kamble spoke about the importance of the celebration. The school coordinator Mrs. Sangeeta Panda, the Secondary Coordinator Mrs. Amanpreet Kaur, the event coordinator Mr. Surya Chavakula, the Middle Coordinator Mr. Kishore Pawar and the teaching and non-teaching staff were the part of the magnanimous put up.

The celebration reflects the harmony, culture, tradition and divinity.

What a vibrant celebration! The Inter-house Rangoli competition at Podar ICSE Chatrapati Sambaji Nagar sounds like an exciting event. Here's a breakdown of the competition conducted on 2nd July, 2025.

Event Highlights:

• Theme: Start-up Culture in India
• Participating Houses: Aqua, Ignis, Terra, and Ventus
• Student Participation: Students from all houses enthusiastically participated and created excellent Rangoli masterpieces.
• Judges/Guests: School Principal Dr. Raghuveer Y.V, the School Coordinator Sangeeta Panda, and the Event Coordinator Surya Chavakula

Key Takeaways:

• Creativity and Teamwork: The competition showcased students' creativity and teamwork skills.
• Appreciation: The school principal and coordinators appreciated the students' efforts, encouraging them to continue exploring their talents.

The event was a great way to promote creativity, teamwork, and entrepreneurship among students.

Podar International School, ICSE, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar arranged a resourceful session as part of 'ACHIEVER'S MEET' on 25th June, 2025.

The topic focused on creating and channelizing energy through meditation and improving the power of the mind.

Adv. V. N. Shejole and team guided students with techniques for intellectual development. Principal Dr. Raghuveer Y.V and leadership team attended the session.

11th International Yoga Day Celebration at Podar International School (ICSE)

Podar International School, ICSE, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, enthusiastically celebrated the 11th International Yoga Day with the theme "Yoga for One Earth and One Health" on 21st June 2025.

Key Highlights:

• Joint Celebration: Students from both CBSE and ICSE streams participated in the event.
• Expert Guidance: Professionals from Bhartiya Yoga Sansthan volunteered to lead the celebration. Shri Anand Agarwal led the team and demonstrated various asana and pranayama.
• Student Participation: Students from both schools enthusiastically engaged in the sessions.
• Principal's Address: Dr. Raghuveer Y.V emphasized the importance of yoga and pranayama in daily life.
• Presence of Admin Officers, Coordinators, Teachers, and Support Staff.
• Vote of Thanks by Mrs. Gauri Dixit, Event Coordinator (CBSE).

The event promoted physical and mental well-being, unity, and awareness about the benefits of yoga.

"A leader is the one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way."

Podar International School (ICSE) Chatrapati Sambhajinagar organised its Investiture Ceremony on 13th June, 2025.

The school Principal, Dr. Raghuveer Y. V., addressed the newly elected council members, emphasizing leadership responsibilities and acknowledging their academic and co-curricular excellence.

Mr. Ravindra Rana, Principal of PIS CBSE, was the chief guest and addressed the council members.

After the oathing ceremony, the council members were honoured with badges and sashes for roles such as School Captain, School Vice-Captain, House Captains, House Vice Captains, Assistant Captains, Sports Captains, Cultural Captains, and others.

Celebrating Excellence | Felicitation Ceremony Grade X AY 2024-25

Podar International School, ICSE Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, proudly felicitated 32 outstanding students of Grade X who secured 90% and above in the ICSE Board Examinations for the Academic Year 2024–25.

The event, held on June 12, 2025, was a momentous occasion honouring not just academic brilliance, but also the dedication, discipline, and determination that shaped these achievements.

The event commenced with a warm welcome note by our School Coordinator, Mrs. Sangeeta Panda, followed by an inspiring address by our respected Principal, Dr. Y. V. Raghuveer sir. The highlight of the morning was the felicitation of the 32 high achievers by all grade X teachers, each awarded a special memento in the proud presence of their parents.

Adding heartfelt depth to the occasion, subject teachers from Grade X shared their reflections, applauding the sincerity and consistency shown by the students. The programme also included expressions of gratitude and joy from both parents and students, making the morning truly memorable.

The formal vote of thanks was delivered by our Secondary Coordinator, Mrs. Amanpreet Kaur, acknowledging every hand and heart behind the success of the students.

The entire event was gracefully anchored by Mr. Surya Chavakula, the Event Coordinator, ensuring a seamless and engaging flow throughout the celebration.

The event stood as a powerful reminder that excellence is the result of focused effort, supportive mentors, and unwavering belief — from school, from home, and from within.

PIS-ICSE has conducted a session on Adolescence and Mental & Physical Health as part of the Achievers Meet.

The resource person, Dr. Renuka Loya, a renowned sexologist and cosmetic surgeon, enlightened the students with age-appropriate information about various physical, mental, and emotional changes during adolescence.

Students from Classes 8 and 9 attended the session and were guided on dos and don'ts, how to overcome fears, and addressing misconceptions. Dr. Loya also answered questions from the students on the proposed topic, making it a valuable session enriched with real-life examples.

The school Principal, Dr. Raghuveer Y. V., appreciated the honored efforts of the resource person with a memento.

PIS-ICSE celebrated AASHADI EKADASHI at the school premises on 16th July 2024. Children from Classes 1 to 4 came in traditional Varkari costumes, with some dressed as Vittal and Rukmini.

Some of the children delivered speeches regarding the importance of Aashadi Ekadashi, and others sang beautiful devotional songs. The campus was adorned with colorful attires and vibrant devotional music, creating a festive atmosphere.

PIS, ICSE celebrated the 10th International Yoga Day with the theme "Yoga for Self and Society."

Our beloved Principal, Dr. Raghuveer Y. V., introduced the guest of honor, Mr. Anand Agrawal (Chh. Sambhajinagar Vibhagiya Mantri of Bharat Yog Sansthan), and his eminent yoga team.

The team conducted the session with various asanas, pranayamas, and meditation techniques.

It was a great honor for all of us to be a part of International Yoga Day, which promotes the ancient and traditional practice of yoga that is an integral part of our culture and tradition.

"A leader is the one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way."

Today, the investiture ceremony has been organized at PIS-ICSE, Chatrapati Sambhajinagar. It is a significant event that showcases the essence of leadership and responsibility. It is an occasion where deserving individuals are honoured and entrusted with the authority to lead and represent their respective roles.

As the ceremony commenced, the school Principal Dr. Raghuveer Y. V. addressed the newly elected council members. He emphasized the significance of leadership and the responsibilities associated with it. He expressed pride in the students who had been selected for various positions of authority, acknowledging their exemplary contributions, both academic and co-curricular. His motivational words ignited a fire within the hearts of the newly appointed leaders and the entire student community, fostering a spirit of determination and resilience.

Mr. Ravindra Rana, Principal of PIS - CBSE, was the chief guest for today’s occasion. He was honoured by our respected Principal with a shawl and bouquet. The chief guest addressed the council members and provided them with guidance.

After the oathing ceremony, the selected council members were honoured with their respective badges, including School Captain, Assistant School Captain, House Captain, Assistant Vice Captain, Sports Captain, and the Student Council members.

Podar International School ICSE conducted a mock fire drill.

The primary purpose of a fire drill is to ensure the safety of all occupants in a school building by practicing the evacuation procedures and familiarizing everyone with the proper steps to take in the event of a fire.

The school Principal Dr. Raghuveer Y. V. instructed the students about the use of fire extinguishers, related accessories, and the dos and don'ts during accidents such as a fire breakout.