School Events at Chinchwad

This momentous day of Investiture Ceremony dawned to bestow responsibilities on the deserving young talents of the school to lead their school from the front with their commitment, confidence and competence.

The Investiture Ceremony was held at Podar International School, Chinchwad [Shift B] on 30th June 2023 with great enthusiasm. It was the occasion where the young students were all prepared to don the mantle of leadership and discharge the responsibilities entrusted to them by the school. To inculcate the leadership qualities in students and to give them a feel of being an important and integral part of the administrative body, ‘Student Council’ is formed every year.

The Investiture Ceremony was graced by the presence of Mr.Ganesh Bhanudas Borate,Chairman of the MCF[Marshal Cadet Academy] .It was indeed an honour of having such Chief Guest for presiding the function.

The solemn ceremony commenced with the school choir group invoking the Almighty God for His blessings on this auspicious occasion. The students also performed a welcome dance which gave a wonderful message that Dance is the form of praising God for all his wonders to human life and it builds a gentle love that radiates between God and the human. It was followed by the distribution of the badges and sashes to the House Captains and Prefects. It was followed by a March Past led by the new House Captains along with the House Incharges of all the four houses holding their house flags leading their contingents in perfect precision of movements. They marched confidently and smartly in sync with the music of the school band that replicated the aura of the ceremony.

The Chief Guest shared his thoughts and experiences in life and admonished the students as to how one’s own life experience, moral values, discipline in life can help to shape the future and become a good leader. He encouraged all the students to always walk on the correct path, stick to it and be the change. His inspiring examples from his own life experiences were the excellent means to make students understand how to invest one’s life and also be a very good leader. The Principal Mrs.Shehanaz Cottar congratulated the newly elected Office Bearers and wished them to solemnly take their duties and responsibilities with utmost dedication and diligence.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks wishing all the newly elected council members on the roles and responsibilities assigned to them.

Investiture Ceremony: A Remarkable Milestone in 15 Years of Educational Eminence"

Podar International School, Chinchwad, held its much-anticipated Investiture Ceremony. The School's 15th year of excellence adds an extra layer of significance to the Investiture Ceremony of the year 2023-24, inspiring students to strive for greatness and reminding them of the incredible foundation laid by those who have come before them. The event celebrated and recognized the exceptional leadership potential within the student body. The ceremony was filled with enthusiasm, pride, and a sense of unity as the school community gathered to witness this remarkable event.

The ceremony commenced with a warm welcome to all the dignitaries present for the event. The ceremony was graced by the esteemed presence Dr. Tushar Kadam and Mr. Manohar Ghanwat, who served the Indian Army for 26 years. They were felicitated by the principal, Ms. Shehanaz Cottar with tokens of appreciation as a gesture of respect and admiration for their unwavering commitment to upholding the values of discipline, dedication, and leadership. The ceremony also paid tribute to the school's Principal, Mrs. Shehanaz Cottar, whose dedication and tireless efforts have transformed Podar International School into a nurturing heaven of knowledge and growth. The Investiture Ceremony is an opportunity provided to acknowledge and felicitate the newly elected student leaders.

The newly elected Head Boy, Master Rahul Reddy, and Head Girl, Miss Purva Kachave, were introduced as shining examples of excellence and leadership at Podar International School. In addition, the ceremony recognized the Sports Captains, Cultural Captains, House Captains, Vice Captains, and Prefects of secondary and senior secondary sections by presenting the badges and sashes. Each leader's achievements and passion in their respective fields were acknowledged, reflecting the diverse talents and interests of the student body.

The Investiture Ceremony featured a captivating march past by the newly elected council members, house captains, and prefects. The students showcased discipline, precision, and a sense of pride as they marched with their respective house mothers.

The ceremony at Podar International School, Chinchwad was also enhanced by captivating performances from the school's talented choir and dance teams. The melodious voices of the choir and the graceful dance performances showcased the students' impeccable coordination, and artistic expressions.

The investiture ceremony at Podar International School was filled with inspiring speeches and moments of patriotism. The Head Boy and Head Girl took the stage, delivering heartfelt speeches that resonated with the audience and set the tone for the upcoming academic year. Following their powerful words, Dr. Tushar Kadam shared words of motivation with the students. Ms. Shehanaz Cottar, the esteemed Principal of the school, then took the podium, delivering an impassioned speech emphasizing the significance of honesty and integrity. She urged the newly appointed council members to embrace their roles with utmost sincerity and dedication, inspiring them to be exemplary leaders within the school community.

As the investiture ceremony drew to a close, Master Advait Baptiwale, with utmost grace and gratitude, expressed his heartfelt appreciation to everyone for their presence and inspiration. The ceremony concluded on a high note as everyone unitedly sang “Vande Mataram” leaving the attendees with a sense of pride and optimism for the future endeavours.

Cultural Heritage is the preserving of the past for the future.

There is nothing like a little competition to make for perfection. Keeping this in mind the Heritage India Quiz Competition was organized for the students of Grade 5 at Podar International School, Chinchwad. This event was held on 23 June,2023. Preliminary round was conducted in the class and students were chosen to represent in the final event. The final event comprised of four rounds- Question Round, Rapid Fire Round, Audio and Visual Round…. There were many questions for the audience to enhance their active participation which added to the fun and everyone participated with great enthusiasm.

The students not only gained knowledge but also enjoyed answering the varied questions about India’s Cultural Heritage. Our Vice Principal announced the results and congratulated the students on their success and wished them a bright future.

Poetry is simply the most beautiful, impressive, and widely effective mode of saying things. It is a rhythmic creation of beauty in words.

The Grade I students of Podar International School Chinchwad participated enthusiastically in the Poem Recitation Competition which was conducted on 28thJune, 2023.

The program began with the welcome of dignitaries and judges. The competition inspired the young poets to come forward and recite on stage. The students came up with different poems on the theme "The Rain" and recited them with great fondness and zeal. The audience enjoyed the perfection of expression, thoughts, emotions, rhythm and music of words. The vibrant and colourful attires added attraction to the program.

Students were judged on the parameters like confidence, voice modulation, memorization and overall presentation.

The judges appreciated and applauded the performances of the participants.

The winners of the competition are as follows -
1. Ananya Shende - Terra
2. Jaanvi Mapari - Terra
3. Joel Simon - Terra

Somebody rightly said, "You can speak well if your tongue can deliver the message of your heart.”

Podar International School, Chinchwad, conducted the Extempore Speech Competition on the 22nd of June, 2023, for the students of grade-X with an aim to enhance the language skills of the students and nurture them as excellent orators of tomorrow. The theme of the competition was, 'Futurism: Growing Beyond Boundaries' where students' curiosity was triggered and creativity was unlocked so that they could anticipate how the futuristic society would look like.

The participants delved deeper into the realm of possibilities and uncertainties and voiced out their thoughts on the impact of Artificial Intelligence , Environmental Sustainability, Biotechnology and many more on education, politics, fashion, healthcare and way of living. The judges Mr.Rohidas Patil and Mrs.Nazma Shaikh appreciated and encouraged the students to take pleasure in reading and keep themselves upskilled. The Principal, Ms. Shehanaz Cottar also enlightened the young minds with her words of wisdom.

In closing, all could be said that it was less of a competition and more of a celebration - Celebration of the power of ideas and strength of collective collaboration.

“Technology is the panacea for all social shortcomings, better technology will lead to stronger empowerment”, rightly said by Achyut Samanta.

National Technology Day highlights the achievements of tech giants, researchers, and engineers in technology in our country. The former Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpayee started National Technology Day in 1999 to commemorate the Pokhran nuclear test under the project ‘Operation Shakti ‘.

The theme of the National Technology Day this year is 'School to Startups-Igniting Young Minds to Innovate.’

To spread awareness about the new innovations in the field of technology, National Technology Day was celebrated at Podar International School, Chinchwad on 15th of June 2023. A special assembly was conducted by the students of Grades VI to VIII under the theme Tech it up- A World of Gadgets and Gizmos.

The assembly started by offering a prayer to the almighty followed by information on latest gadgets and gizmos. Students performed a captivating robotic dance that was applauded by everyone. The quiz conducted on the use of technology was a challenging part of the programme where students enthusiastically participated and explored more information on the newly invented gadgets.

The participants of Box-O-Tronix were very prompt with their answers and won the quiz. The winners were felicitated by Principal Ma’am.

Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar addressed the assembly guiding the students about the new inventions in the field of technology and emphasized on the value of innovation and technology in building a sustainable future addressing global challenges.

The assembly concluded with a vote of thanks.

“Tech-It -Up! – A World of Gadgets and Gizmos”

National Technology Day is observed on 11th May every year. Podar International School, Chinchwad organized a special assembly to commemorate this day and to make the students aware that technology is all around us, from our mobile phones and smart televisions. There is so much technology in the world today that we don’t even realize how much a part of our lives it is. There was a prayer followed by a pledge cum oath to use the technology wisely and cautiously. A quiz was conducted for the students to deepen the knowledge latest technological terms. Some facts of latest gadgets used in daily life were shared to develop interest of the students. It’s time to move with time and embrace technology.

‘Lets Nurture the Nature so that we can have a better future’.

On the 7th of June 2023, Podar International School, Chinchwad, (Shift B) celebrated Environment Day with great enthusiasm. Different activities were conducted in the classes such as making your own game using trash, Creating a recycling collage and Jewellery out of trash. A special assembly was also held on this occasion. The main aim of the event was to increase awareness among students about the importance of the environment and the need to protect it. The program started with a melodious song by our benevolent choir group. Students of Std. VIII performed a wonderful dance performance on the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’- ‘Ecosystem Restoration’. An informative skit was presented by the students to encourage people and give up on the usage of plastic and identify it as the source of environmental degradation. The celebration was graced by Principal Ma’am’s enlightening and encouraging words. At the end, all the students took a pledge to save the Environment.

"Love the Earth, it's our Greatest Treasure. "Small Steps, Make Big Impact:!"

World Environment Day is a global platform for inspiring positive change among people all around the world to create a more sustainable world.

The World Environment Day theme for 2023 is "Solution to plastic pollution". It is a reminder that people’s action on plastic pollution is a great concern. We at Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated World Environment Day with a special assembly and series of activities conducted for VI to X grades.

The assembly began with a melodious prayer song followed by a graceful dance to nurture nature. The mime act represented how the wastage of energy and natural resources by people is made in daily life. The students presented a nukkad natak to create awareness of saving mother Earth. There were quiz conducted for the students and they actively participated in it. The Principal addressed the young minds and motivated them to conserve natural resources. The activities like Slogan Writing, Seed Ball Plantation, Poster Presentation, Making a Bird Feeder etc…was organized for the students of VI to IX.These activities developed positive attitude to save our environment. It is time to accelerate the need of saving our nature and enforce the 5 R's in everyday life.

“Yoga is a vision for a harmonious future for humanity.”

Yoga is a practice which plays an important role in relaxing the mind as well as the body. It also boosts people’s immune system. On 21st June International Yoga Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Podar International School, Chinchwad by the students of Shift B.

The event began with a brief introduction on Yoga Day and by welcoming the guest of Honor Dr. Vikas Chothe and Dr. Shwetambari Chothe the founder of Swasti Yoga Center.

The celebration proceeded with a melodious choir followed by a classical dance with a blend of dance mudras and yoga postures. It was followed by warm up exercises like rhythmic yoga.

Several yoga asanas were displayed such as Suryathon and Tali Yoga where students performed sitting and standing asanas and simultaneously explained the importance of these asanas.

Dr. Vikas Chothe addressed the gathering and enlightened the students about the importance of Yoga in their life. He also emphasized on how to maintain harmony between the body and the mind.

Our Honorable Principal Ms. Shehnaaz Cottar, motivated all the students to join the Yoga training centers and practice yoga regularly. She said that everyday should be celebrated as Yoga day so that we can keep ourselves fit.

The International Yoga Day celebrations ended with a vote of thanks.. Regular practice of yoga will surely help our students achieve a better life - physically, mentally and spiritually.

“Yoga is an invaluable gift from the ancient Indian culture. Yoga is not only associated with a system of physical postures and meditation but its original form has a deep spiritual significance.”

The International Yoga Day was celebrated by the students and teachers of Podar International school, Chinchwad with great enthusiasm. Students of Grade VI demonstrated various yoga asana. Our yoga teacher Mrs. Madhuri Rane Ma’am introduced the theme for International Yoga Day 2023 'Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and explained the benefits of yoga. Warm up exercises were taken and all the students and teachers performed tali yoga. Benefits of the exercises were explained. The students also performed meditation and Pranayama.The honourable chief guest Mrs. Supriya Balkawade ma’am, a yoga expert, encouraged students to practice regular yoga to remain fit and improve concentration.

Regular practice of yoga will surely help the students achieve a better life, physically, mentally and spiritually as well.

We wish you all a peaceful and healthy life on International Yoga Day.

English Language Day is observed annually on April 23. The aim is to celebrate contributions made by various authors, playwrights, poets by exploring the language. Shakespeare also had a huge impact on modern day English. William Shakespeare’s birthday and death day falls on April 23. He is regarded as one of the greatest writers, poets and dramatists, who left an indelible impact on the English language with his insurmountable contribution to the field of literature, playing the key role in popularizing the language.

On this occasion ,Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated English Literature Week with great zeal and enthusiasm by organizing various competitions such as Storytelling,Nature Talk , Recitation, Autobiographical Speech throughout the week.To conclude the program a special assembly on the 28 April ,2023 was organised.This event led to inform the students about the history, culture and achievements associated with English Language. The enactment from the play 'The Tempest ' helped students to view live theater performances. Students dressed up as various poets like Rabindranath Tagore,Shel Silverstein, Sarojini Naidu and William Wordsworth recited their famous poems . Some facts on the ‘Bard of Avon’ amazed everyone.The young achievers were felicitated with SOF Gold medals and certificates.Also,the winners of English Literature Week Competitions were felicitated by the Principal and the Vice-Principals.Our Principal Shehanaz Cottar Ma’am addressed the students and encouraged them to read different genres of literature during the Summer Vacation.The program was thoroughly enjoyed by the audience.

Ramadan is the month of blessings and forgiveness.

Ramadan is like the rain, it nourishes the seeds of good deeds.

Keeping these positive thoughts in mind, Podar International School, Chinchwad organized a special assembly on Eid , an Islamic festival that marked the end of Ramadan.

The assembly was beautifully presented by the students of Grade 5 and 6 with full fervor and gaiety. The importance of Ramadan and Eid was presented by the students through their outstanding performances.

It included an elaborated speech, emphasizing on the significance of the festival, followed by a holy and devotional qawwali, pledge, inspirational thought, sharing of interesting information through dramatization and a stunning dance performance.

Our respected Principal Ms.Shehanaz Cottar Ma’am addressed the budding podarities through her valued speech. The assembly was conducted with the motive of making children understand that this auspicious festival is not just an end to a long month of fasting but also a month of self judgement, a month to reshape our life and a month of gratitude.

“Our continuing efforts in our everyday lives will make this beautiful planet thrive.”

Earth Day is proof that even one person can make a global impact in a positive way. Echoing the same, Podar International School, Chinchwad organized the ‘Earth Day Celebration’.

To reinstate our responsibilities towards mother Earth, a special assembly was conducted by the students of class 5, which spread the message that it is the topmost priority to take care of the planet and protect its valuable resources from various pollutants for generations to come.

To start with, our choir group dedicated a mellifluous song to our blue planet.

Students presented slogans and speeches to make everyone aware that ‘Every day is an Earth day’ and it is our responsibility to keep our grass green and skies blue with more trees and less pollution.

Little minds expressed their loving concerns for the greener earth through poetry.

Podarites also conveyed a strong message ‘Save the trees, save the environment, save our future’ through provoking a mime act. Without trees, the entire animal and human life can be in danger. We humans out of greed and desire for more, have been destroying these valuable assets of nature. We need to take immediate steps to prevent further damage to trees and ensure our future survival.

Last but not the least, the students took a pledge to preserve and conserve their self-sustaining planet Earth.

The assembly was addressed by our Vice Principal Vaishali Ranasubhe Ma’am who emphasized upon the importance of planting trees and the need for everyone to put together their efforts and get into action, in protecting our environment.

‘Our Children are Our Future’ and we all need to contribute to the environment positively, and this will be the best investment we will ever make for our children.

"Every day is the new beginning, a chance to take our first step, a step that can promise us a new horizon and a whole lot of new possibilities."

After a short and relaxed break with the spirits held high Podar International School children were back to school. A special welcome assembly was conducted for them by shift B teachers .Teachers welcomed students by wearing different colour mask. The students were very excited as they began their journey towards joyful learning with bright and cheerful faces. Reuniting with friends and teachers after the short break added fuel to their energies and made its way for a sparkling start.

The assembly started by seeking the blessings of Almighty followed by a Welcome Song by the teachers. Anjum Ma’am explained the students about importance of time through an interesting story and with a wonderful message of always being organized in the work given.

The students enjoyed the act performed by their teachers that kept them captivated and enthralled throughout the assembly. A quiz was also organized for the students wherein they had to guess the famous personalities which were enacted by the teachers.

Our beloved Principal Shehanaz Cottar Ma’am encouraged students to integrate the core values like kindness and understanding in their daily lives and also wished the tiny tots an accomplished and knowledge-filled academic year ahead.

The program ended with the National Anthem.

"A new school year means new beginnings, new adventures, new friendships and new challenges. The slate is clean and wonders can happen."

The first day at Podar International School Chinchwad started with a lot of enthusiasm. We welcomed our passionate Podarites in the ocean of knowledge commencing with a morning assembly. All the students were delighted to come back to school after a short session break.

The assembly began with warm up exercises, taking an oath to do better in the coming session, indulging in a brainstorming quiz and riddles, students were motivated to hear the chronicles of great personalities.

Our beloved Principal Maam addressed the assembly of students and teachers by encouraging everyone to pursue their goals with positivity, hard work and grit.

We at Podar International School Chinchwad abide with the quote "Education is not just about going to school and getting a degree it's all about widening our knowledge and absorbing the truth about life."

“May the road rise up to meet you. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his hand”. With these good wishes and blessings the Podar family came together on 1st April, 2023 to bid adieu to the outgoing batch of class XII 2022-23. The theme for the farewell party was” Flash Back- Down the Memory Lane.”

The ceremony began with the welcoming of our beloved Principal, Mrs Shehanaz Cottar, respected Vice Principals, Mrs Manisha Ghosarwade and Mrs Vaishali Ranasubhe, dear teachers and students. The evening was a fiesta devoted to the years spent together in School with friends and teachers to reminisce joyous moments. The much awaited ceremony commenced with melodious songs, playing of musical instruments by our talented students followed by graceful dance performances and interesting and funfilled games. Teachers shared a few words of wisdom and some students delivered speeches relating to their experiences in school. The student representatives expressed their gratitude towards their institution, authorities and beloved teachers.

The students were taken down the memory lane to a nostalgic voyage through a specially compiled ppt highlighting their precious journey in this esteemed institution. All the dignitaries along with the teachers and students marked this memorable evening by cutting a cake. The evening came to an end with a unique ramp walk in which the elegantly dressed students performed their own signature steps. The Principal accredited the titles to the students under the categories of Best Smile, Best Dressed Male and Female, Master and Miss Podar. The ceremony came to an end with the speech of our esteemed Principal, she blessed all the students and wished them good luck for their future endeavors.

“Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end”- Semisonic.

School days are discerned to be the days we laugh till our stomach hurts, cry till our bonds strengthen and live till we extract the best of everything. These days are an invaluable treasure but somewhere it has to end for a new start to happen. With a heavy heart the Principal, Vice-Principal and teachers of Podar International School, Chinchwad, bid adieu to their dear students on the 24th of January, 2023 and wish them good luck for their future ventures, where they will be seen welcoming the new light of the sun with open arms and step ahead for scaling the ladder of success. The Farewell Ceremony of Grade-X was commenced with a small act by the teachers where they conveyed how their students are loved and valued and how they will be missed in future. It was followed by students' performances that comprised dances, songs and poems enunciating the wisdom they have gained over the years. The students also expressed their gratitude towards the institution, the authorities, the teachers, and their friends who made their journey worth remembering.

The Head Girl of the Institution, Miss Urvi Jain also addressed the audience and congratulated them for crossing the first milestone of their career. It was further proceeded by a heart-wrenching speech by the Principal, who has generously imparted knowledge and moulded the young minds into the person they have become today. She also advised them to be kind to everything they come across and make a difference in the world we are living in. Life isn’t smooth. One has to take those bumpy rides to achieve one’s goals and so she encouraged them to find that inner light that would help them rise above every challenge that obscures their view. The Chief attraction of the event was the ramp walk where students participated with enthusiasm and answered with precision the questions posed by the panellists based on which Master and Miss Podar were selected. Ms Sakshi Fadale secured the most prestigious title, Miss Podar for her elegance and amicable disposition and Master Vikhyat Patil was conferred with the Master Podar title for his style and attitude.

The Celebration ended with the customary cake-cutting ceremony which is believed to pass good luck and allows students to carry the positive vibes, goodwill and virtues they have learnt in their life.

We wish all the love and happiness for our dear students!!!

Sustainable fashion is not a trend but the future.

Podar International School, Chinchwad (Shift B) organized a special drive on creating awareness about fast fashion and the need to adopt sustainable clothing on 16th March 2023 .Over 150 students participated in this special drive titled “PARIVARTAN‟, to talk about the importance of recycling clothes to reduce waste and to save the environment.

The students participated in a walkathon, while creating awareness about the detrimental facts of fast fashion. They also came up with a few DIY ideas for reusing their old clothes and asked the people to support the cause and take a pledge.

Our Principal Shehnaaz Cottar Ma’am motivated students and explained the importance of reusing and recycling the clothes. The activities designed for the theme have widened our students‟ visions and have made them more aware of the clothing industry. Our school has taken an initiative to highlight the importance of a sustainable lifestyle which will help people become more appreciative about their worn-out clothes.

The support and cooperation from the local police helped in completing the drive smoothly the school has initiated the campaign to make people aware why it is important to rethink before buying clothes.

Over 100 Podar International School students participated in PARIVARTAN DRIVE 2022-23’ – ‘Ecowarriors’ - A Sustainable You and I’ Podar International School,Chinchwad a premier educational institute across India, organized a special drive on creating awareness about fast fashion and the need to adopt sustainable clothing. Over 150+ students participated in this special drive titled „PARIVARTAN‟, to talk about the importance of recycling clothes to reduce waste and to save the environment.

The students participated in walkathon, while creating awareness about the detrimental facts of fast fashion. The Principal Mrs Shehnaz Cottar said, Environment is an integral part of our lives. Imbibing the right lifestyle and choices to make the world a better place is an important part of this theme. Imbibing these choices will not only make one feel good but will also keep the environmental spirit alive. The activities designed for the theme have widened our students‟ visions and have made them more aware of the clothing industry. Our school has taken an initiative to highlight the importance of a sustainable lifestyle which will help people become more appreciative about their worn-out clothes.

The school has initiated the campaign to make people aware why it is important to rethink before buying clothes.

Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today!!

Podar International School, Chinchwad welcomed the Grade XII students for the academic session 2023-24 in the morning Assembly on the 6th of March, 2023. The assembly began with warm up exercises to bring in vigor and vitality and to rejuvenate their spirits.

The serene morning hours resounded with the school prayer and prayer song to thank the almighty for his blessings.

The assembly included recitation of an inspirational poem, narration of a story, brainstorming through G.K quiz followed by a Fun Game as an Energizer.

Our Principal, Ms Shehanaz Cottar felicitated Siddhi Badhe student of grade XII A for securing a Gold Medal in the International English Olympiad followed by awarding a participation certificate to Samiksha Palav and Varshini Balaji for having participated in the ‘Brain Bee Competition’. Ms Madhuri Gholkar a teacher from Senior Secondary session was awarded with the appreciation certificate for the same.

Principal Mam addressed the students and motivated them to focus on their goals and dreams. The assembly concluded with the National Anthem.

“Science is the discovery of the principles that have always existed on Earth.” National Science Day is celebrated in India on February 28 each year to mark the discovery of the Raman effect by Indian physicist Sir C. V. Raman on 28th February 1928. The theme for National Science Day 2023 is 'Global Science for Global Wellbeing'.

Promoting scientific knowledge is essential for various reasons like it helps in developing a scientific temperament and encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students.

Science Day was celebrated in Podar International School, Chinchwad with the title “Sciland, Know and Grow” which was inaugurated by the Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar. Our champions exhibited various science projects, models, charts based on programmes of inquiry and science fun activities. Students exhibited their learning of concepts through experiments that included models and hands-on experiment activities on different types of energy, human body systems, dialysis and solar systems. They also displayed the types of adulteration and ways to find it. As this is a millet year, students also displayed nutritious food items. Younger students who visited the stalls were thrilled to understand complex systems through simple models and charts.

The working models prepared for the science exhibition by our students reflected their innovative ideas, creativity and talent. The models, their explanation and justification for the questions posed by the students were highly appreciated by our Principal Ms. Shehanaz Cottar Ma’am and our Vice Principal Ms. Vaishali Ranasubhe Ma’am. Our students proved their efficiency by answering spontaneously to the questions.

The exhibition was a joyful learning for the students who prepared the projects as well as for those who visited, inquired and gained knowledge from them.

"Science is a field that continues to be one of the greatest collective endeavors in human history."

National Science Day is celebrated on 28th February every year to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman, an Indian physicist.

National Science Day is celebrated to recognize and appreciate the significant contributions of scientists and researchers to society, to promote scientific temper and encourage scientific thinking, and to inspire and encourage young students to pursue a career in science.

This day was celebrated with great zeal in Podar International School , Chinchwad. Program began with Lamp lighting ceremony and declaring the theme of the year "Global Science for global well-being".

Special assembly was conducted with scientific prayer , pledge and amazing facts. Students gave information about Millet as "Grain of the year" announced by United Nations, displaying food items made by millets. All the participants actively participated in Science Trivia Quiz in which activity based , Diagram based and Who am I questions were asked. Students of Grade I - VIII exhibited working models and explained their functioning. Some of the amazing models were of Waste and recycle management, Solar energy street lights, Fire extinguisher with sensor, Drip irrigation system and we could successfully fly an autonomous remote controlled Drone.

Program ended with words of motivation by Principal Mrs. Shehanaz Cottar ,Vice Principals Mrs. Manisha Ghosarwade and Mrs. Vaishali Ransubhe also graced the program with their presence

Success is no accident. It is a result of perseverance, hard work, consistency and the determination to know that failure is not an option.

Podar International School, Chinchwad made heads turn with astonishment at the Podar Hub 3D Prototyping competition conducted on a zenith platform with 10 schools from the region participating. The teams from Podar International School, Chinchwad working to drive oneself to the top gained immense laurels and accolades at the contest. While Std 8 and Std 6 grabbed the winners’ trophy, Std 5 and Std 7 finished 2nd Runners up at this prestigious contention.

Std 8 with their working model of the 3D farm proudly named ‘Agro Intelligente’ claimed compliments from judges and audience alike. The 3D printed original ‘Podar Toy Arena’ created by the students of Std 5 became the highlight of the entire show. The ‘’Garden of Unity’’ architype marvelously designed and shaped by the pupils of Std 7 retained humanity’s faith on the goodness of social existence. The ’Trash Titan’ 3D example managed to alter the outlook of the judges towards a cleaner and better future. The students were enlightened on several aspects of 3D prototyping and the opportunity made them more equipped for the 21st century.

Heartiest congratulations to the entire team for their achievement and striving for more victories ahead.

The 74th Republic Day was celebrated with pride and reverence at Podar International School Chinchwad. The ceremony began with the unfurling of the tricolor flag by Mr. Sangram Malkar, Police sub inspector (PSI) Wakad Pune , Principal Shehanaz Cottar.

Unfurling the Flag was followed by the National Anthem and Flag song to pay tribute to the motherland.

The cultural celebrations included, dance, music and skit by the students. Listening to and singing patriotic songs, triggered in the children , Parents and Teachers alike, many emotions; pride, love and respect for the country. All performances generated loyalty, patriotism and showcased our rich historical, traditional and cultural heritage. The Chief Guest motivated the students through his speech . Principal Mrs Shehanaz Cottar Maam made the students realize their importance in shaping the future of our country.

No celebration is complete without making us feel proud of the fact that, “Saare Jaahan se Acchha Hindustan Hamara”. Jai Hind !

‘Winners never quit and quitters never win. Sports do not build character, they reveal it.’

The 14th Annual Sports Day Meet was celebrated at Sant Dnyaneshwar Stadium, Indrayani Nagar, Bhosari by the Secondary Section ( Shift B ) of Podar International School,Chinchwad with great zeal and enthusiasm on 19th January, 2023. The day started off with the welcoming of the Chief Guest. The Chief Guest Mr.Vinod Jagadale and the Principal Ms.Shehanaz Cottar unveiled the theme ‘We-The Champions’ and declared the Sports Day meet open. Another highlight of the day was the lighting of the customary torch by the dignitaries further carried by our torch bearers who soared high in different State and District Sport competitions. The programme moved ahead with the synchronized Inter-House March Past. A lovely rendition was performed by the school choir to motivate our young champions. ‘A robust mind and a lively body is the fundamental requirement to live a long and happy life’, with this message the display of Classes V ,VI and VII aimed to enlighten the audience the merits of living a fit and healthy life. The audience witnessed various displays of Lezim and Dupatta Dance, Aerobics and Yoga. Different races like Relay, Hurdles race, Potato race, Passing through the ring and Running races kept the audience enthralled. The final round of Tug of War between the houses stole the show and the stadium echoed with the cheers by the students for their houses. Medals and trophies were awarded to the winners of the final races and the special achievement awards were bagged by the students who brought laurels to the school in the ZP competitions. The Ignis house House Father along with the House Captain and the Vice Captain were proud to lift the victorious house trophy for securing the highest house points followed by Aqua House House Mother and the Captain and Vice Captain as the runner ups. The Grand Finale dance and the human pyramids formed by the students stole the hearts of the audience.

The programme ended with the National Anthem. At the end of the day, the students departed with a clear smile on their faces. It was a day filled with sportsmanship, enthusiasm and memories to cherish.

"All work and no play make Jack a dull boy". In this era of modernization, people fail to meet work-life balance and therefore resort to the sedantary way of life. To foster and promote good health and well-being Podar International School Chinchwad observed the Annual Sports Meet-2022-23 with utmost solemnity, enthusiasm and vigour. Mr. Milind Zodage, API Railway police, first National gold medalist for Cycling in the year 1997, actively involved himself in this fun sporting event as a Chief Guest. A wide array of sports events was conducted like Running Race, Balloon Race, and Hurdle Race, commando Race etc to stimulate the sportive spirit of children. The Principal, Ms. Shehanaz Cottar along with the Vice-Principal, Mrs. Manisha Gosarwade and sports incharges of the school encouraged the sports enthusiasts to develop a spirit of true sportsmanship, fair play and discipline. The programme commenced with a musical presentation by the school choir followed by March past, drills, displays and other events to make the day worth-remembering. At the end of the event, winners and achievers other than academics were felicitated by the dignitaries. It ended with a vote of thanks.

Life is too short to fret about things. Be agile enough to build your foundation strong and see the magic flowing in. You simply become firm, confident and resilient.

Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated its 14th Annual Sports Day on January17, a sunny winter day, a day filled with fervour and excitement experienced amidst thrills, shrills and cheers The field was decorated with flags, festoons and buntings. A large comfortable sitting arena was constructed for the parents and students to sit and enjoy the day.

All the students and teachers were very energetic that day; enthusiasm could be easily seen in their eyes. The chief guest for the day was Dnyaneshwar Chimate. The day started off with the lovely rendition by the choir to pay salutations to the Lord Almighty. Our chief guest inaugurated our Sports Meet by lighting the lamp. This was followed by the walkathon by all the four Houses of school. Another highlight of the day was the lighting of the Torch which was carried by the state and national level champions of our school. The audience next witnessed various displays symbolizing alternative sources of energy which kept the audience enthralled. The displays made way for the highly awaited sports events like spoon race, book balancing, backward racing etc. where competitiveness among the students soared through the roof. Points were given to the four houses depending on the performance of their representatives in the event. Apart from the non-participating students, the parents too cheered for their children. The games organized for the parents attracted much applause. After all the games were over, there was a prize distribution ceremony in which all the winners were given prizes from the hands of our chief guest. The winners were photographed. And in the end, our chief guest also gave a motivational speech, in which he advised everyone to participate in the field of sports and also talked about the benefits of doing sports activities. At the end of the day, students departed with a clear smile on their faces as the Aqua House emerged as House Champion. It was a day filled with sportsmanship, enthusiasm and memories to cherish. The principal of this esteemed institution, Ms Shehanaz Cottar thanked all the teachers for their cooperation and support and advised children to keep up their sportsman spirit.

“Sports day brings new energy in the hearts and minds of everyone. Sports play a vital role in our lives as it keeps us healthy, wealthy and active.”

The Annual Sports Day of Podar International School, Chinchwad 2022-23 for Grades I to IV was held on 17th January 2023, with great zeal and excitement.

The programme began with a melodious welcome song sung by the school choir. The Chief guest Mr.Bhagwath Nagnath Kolhe sir,along with the Principal Mrs. Shehanaz Cottar Ma’am and the Vice Principal Mrs. Manisha Ghosarwade Ma'am lit the ceremonial torch which was then carried by our young podarites who were district and state level champions in various fields of sports. The impressive walkathon by the students of grade IV along with the oath taking ceremony brought grandeur to the occasion.

It was a delight to see the cherubs performing displays depicting the theme ‘SYMMETRIO: Maintaining a balanced life’ for the sports day. The mesmerising display of Yoga asanas by the students symbolised the importance of yoga in one's life.

The little ones participated in various fun races like Stacking the rings, Pick the peas race, Potato race, Shoe hunt race, Bursting the balloon race, Passing through ring race. Medals were awarded to the winners and Aqua House was declared as the leading house. The children enjoyed a lot and the air was filled with cheering for the young athletes.

The chief guest addressed the gathering. He emphasized the importance of sports in a child’s life. He also applauded the School Principal and the teachers, for the school’s outstanding achievements and the efforts taken by all. The Sports Day ended with the National Anthem.

The development of Entrepreneurship mindset is the call for the day due to the plethora of innovative start – ups and novel enterprises. To keep the students updated with the challenges with the ever modifying world, the students of Std XI and XII were taken for a workshop called “Thinker Tank 2022” to the Kalyani School, Manjri, Pune. The discussion revolved around the various facets of innovative careers in the field of Entrepreneurship and the altering positions of this field in the day of augmented reality (AR). The students were exposed to a series of career opportunities which are likely to give them a clear perspective about their future career prospects.

The workshop spanned over 2 days and the team from Podar International School, Chinchwad made a valuable contribution in it. The interaction was followed by an activity in which the students reached the Semi – Final level. It was an enjoyable experience for the students and the faculty members alike who attended the workshop.

“Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words”, rightly said by Robert Frost.

To kindle poetic flair among the Podarites, The House Competition - ‘Poetry on the Spot’ was conducted in Podar International School, Chinchwad on Monday, 21 November, 2022 to encourage the students to dive into their imagination and jot down their beautiful thoughts on a piece of paper that would lead to beautiful poems. Students went through three rounds Guess the Poem, Word Prompts and Picture Poetry wherein they showcased their esthetic ability on the piece of paper when they attempted to write their poems.

Round one started with Guess the Poem, the students were able to interpret the information and recollect the name of the poem when a few sentences were shown to them. In Word Prompts round students wrote a rhyming poem from the word given and were tested for their vocabulary ability and artistic expression. Round three was a Picture Poetry round where the participants wrote a poem based on the picture that was displayed during the competition and the winning team of this round was crowned as ‘King/Queen of Poetry. Their poem included a few figures of speech like alliteration, personification, hyperbole, and so on. Children enjoy the beauty of expression, thoughts, feeling, rhyme, rhythm and music of words. Taking all these facts into consideration, the participants exhibited their talent and confidence with great vigor. The participants from all the respective four houses –Aqua, Ignis, Ventus and Terra left no stone unturned to win for their house.

Ventus House bagged the first position. The judges appreciated and applauded the performance of the participants.

The students of the secondary grades participated in the House Competition called ‘Poetry on the Spot’. The purpose of the contest was to test the artistic expression and the vocabulary of the students. The main objective of the competition was to encourage the students to dive into their imagination and jot down their beautiful thoughts on a piece of paper that would lead to beautiful poems. The platform of the ‘House Competition’ provided them with opportunities to showcase their creative abilities through their writing piece. This encouraged the students to discover the poets hiding within themselves by exploring different genres, styles, of poetry and attempting to compose poems on their own. The aim of the competition was also to acknowledge the efforts proposed by the students in writing poems.

The first position was backed by Aqua house with an amazing score of 80 points followed by Ventus house who backed the second position with 70 points, followed by Ignis house who backed the third position with 60 points and the fourth position was backed by the Terra house with 40 points.

It is an accepted fact that the world of entertainment and recreation has changed to a great extent, it keeps on changing at a greater speed, Having that fact in point, “Fair” is still, and will always be close to young souls hearts. It is not just a place of recreation and entertainment, rather it is considered a traditional occasion that takes us to the roots of our culture in a fun and loving manner.

It was an enthralling experience for the students of Sr. Secondary to have attended the Educational Fun Fair hosted by the Symbiosis Skills and Professional University. Not only it was fun, but also involved inculcating of educational ethics among students. The occasion began with the instructive conclave in which unique career prospects were discussed. The students were allowed in the live workshop where they witnessed the working of an entire mechanical setup which included assembling of a car, computer etc. The learners were exposed to the practical set up and to the students delight, they themselves tried their hands in experiencing it, which added to their enthusiasm.

The event continued with a bouquet of games, music, dance, food and fun. The students from Std XI and Std XII visited the various stalls put up in the campus, played games, sung songs with the participants. The students got an opportunity to de – stress from their overwhelming academic priorities and indulge in some fun filled activities. It was an enjoyable experience for all the students.

Every child born into the world is a new thought of God, an ever-fresh and radiant possibility - Kate Douglas Wiggin.

Children's day is celebrated across India on 14th November every year on the account of the Birthday of the first Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru who was fond of children.

On this occasion, Children's day was celebrated with extreme pride and vigor at Podar International School, Chinchwad on 14.11.2022

At the beginning of the celebration the teachers performed a melodious choir followed by a skit with a message on how mobile phones are controlling our lives and how children should minimize their use.

Games were also organized for the students which was a pleasant surprise for them and was thoroughly enjoyed by all. The celebration ended with the address of our beloved Principal Shehanaz Cottar Ma’am.

“There is something that one cannot buy, is the childhood days; and it is realized only when one grows old.”

Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together, they make this world a beautiful garden. The most precious thing in this world is a smile on a child's face. Thus Children’s Day is marked to celebrate the innocence and purity of the kids every year on the birth anniversary of a very distinguished personality; Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, fondly known as Chacha Nehru. He sturdily believed that children are the nation's future.

Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated this day in a very notable and special way and made the young podarites feel precious, as they are the sunshine of a bright future.

Children’s day is not only for children, this occasion is for all the teaching fraternity as each one remember their sweet childhood memories; indulging into presentation of various fun activities like music, singing, dancing, acting, performing plays and mimicry of all kinds. The teachers; dressed in vibrant and lively characters presented funny acts by being students in their regular school life. They depicted various emotions, feelings and learning that take place in a child’s life significantly and innocently on daily basis.

After the special assembly, the junior grades exhibited their talents in different field of arts: music, dance, acting etc. The senior grades enjoyed 'Cooking without Fire” activity where they prepared different delicacies of their choice which had a lot of nutritive value.

IIHM - International Institute of Hotel Management, which provides excellence in contemporary value added career solutions in the Hospitality Industry, made their gracious presence in the campus of Podar International School, Chinchwad, for a fruitful interaction with the students. The representatives from IIHM were welcomed by the Principal and Vice Principal and they added valuable insights into the entire line up.

The students of Std XI and Std XII were exposed to the world of Hospitality industry and the varied dynamics stemming out of it. Through a captivating presentation and vibrant oration, the pupils were taken on a lucrative journey into the wide options of career in this lustrous industry. The various areas discussed were Hospitality management, tourism administration, culinary arts, cabin crew training, operations, and event management to mention a few. Students interacted with the representatives and through a fun quiz won prizes too.

The most attractive part of the interaction was the discovery that IIHM students managed the hospitality and event management aspect of the FIFA World Cup, 2022 and the same arrested the attention of students to the zenith level and made the event successful.

"Admiration comes easy to a person who is endowed with the fine art of public speaking, who adorns common thoughts with the grace of, elocution, and the elegance of style."

Podar International School, Chinchwad organised the Annual Elocution competition; A Discourse on Virtues, an idea lost in today's world, with immense pomp and ferver. Std XI took part in the contest with great enthusiasm and zeal. The power and the impact of public speaking and the sense of establishing a strong outlook lingered in the minds of those who witnessed the event. The panel of judges consisted of Mr Prakash Chowdhury (a renowned soft skills trainer and an IT professional), Ms Pranjal Jog (a doting mother with a proficiency in the field of engineering), and our beloved Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar. The audience agreed on the aspect that it was a treat to hear all the participants. Each and every participant won the hearts of the audience and the judges alike with their beliefs, attitude and confidence. The contestants took the challenging topics to their stride and presented an excellent presentation.

The entire conduct was preceded by the talented students whose managerial and leadership skills amazed even the esteemed guests.

The topics spanned over vast arenas like the ongoing Russia; Ukraine conflict, identification of real friends from reel friends and the teacher's; student relationship. Before the results were declared, the respected judges and the honorable Principal addressed the audience with their pearls of wisdom. A healthy competitive spirit was visibly evident when everyone cheered following the declaration of winners. The event came to a successful end with the vote of thanks and few captured memories.

Grandparents are the family’s greatest treasure, the founders of a loving legacy, the greatest storytellers, and the keepers of tradition. Grandparents are the family’s strong foundation. Through their special love and care, grandparents keep a family close at heart. To honour them Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated Grandparents Day on Saturday, 17th September 2022.

The event was clubbed with the Culminating Event on the Module ‘Community Helpers’ under Thematic Learning for Grade II students.

The programme began with the auspicious ‘Lighting of the Lamp’ and was followed by the a welcome dance and a skit. Many power packed dance performances by students left the spectators spellbound and thoroughly mesmerized. The icing on the cake were the Fun filled Games for the Grandparents.

Principal Ms. Shehanaz Cottar addressed the gathering and encouraged the students for putting up scintillating performances for their grandparents. Grandparents shared some mesmerizing moments and re-lived their childhood with their grandchildren.

The success of the event was evident through the joyful smiles and teary eyes of the grandparents as they were overwhelmed to see their grandchildren performing for them.

Thematic learning is a theme based learning programme, where different subjects are correlated in simple way and taught in interesting manner based on a particular theme.

Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated Thematic Week on the topic Community Helpers and culminated with an event on career day and grandparents day. The students of grade II also presented different activities for the event and grandparents day.

Initially students welcomed grandparents by singing melodiously. A skit was presented depicting importance of community helpers. A group of students brought smile on the audience faces by their graceful dance performance.

The most exciting segment of the event was the walkathon of all community helpers in an innovative way. The epic performance of the event was the performance of students as Indian soldiers protecting the civilians.

Grandparent's love is the strongest bond ever filled with long lasting memories. They are the treasure of greatest traditional family values, best storytellers and pacifiers. They keep the family united.

Grandparents then actively participated in the games and enjoyed it too. They also stepped up on their toes on old, classic, catchy tunes of their age. Couple dance was the cherry on the cake.

Last but not least the hard work of our non-teaching staff members was appreciated with token of love and a huge round of applause. Parents and grandparents expressed their gratitude loads of love and blessings to the school and staff.

This day will be marked as a timeless memory in their life.

The programme ended with Principal's address and vote of thanks by the student of grade 2.

"When you study great teachers… you will learn much more from their caring and hard work than from their style". – William Glasser

Great teachers teach beyond classrooms and touch the tender souls in a way that leave an everlasting imprint of good virtues in the society. To honour and pay tribute to the sincere efforts of the teachers, the so-called 'Changemakers', Podar International School, Chinchwad, celebrated teachers day with substantial gusto and delight. The programme commenced with paying homage to the greatest teacher of all times, Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan followed by skits where the talented Podarites created classroom scenarios to bring to light the sincere efforts put in by the teachers, stand-up comedy, group songs and dance. Children, we know, are great at imitating. Be it trying to pick up the way their teacher hold the chalk or they pronounce a word and to some extent take some fashion sense. And they replicated the classroom situations in their performances. The students of Grades-XI and XII also expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the teachers. However, the fun and excitement did not end there.

Teaching has been a noble profession, is a noble profession and will always be, always.

A Historical Trivia Quiz Competition under theme‘Footprints in Time'– An Archaeological Expedition was held between the four major houses of the school Aqua,Terra,Ignus and Ventus on 7th September,2022.The Competition was graced by the presence of honourable Principal Shehnaz Cottar.

All the four teams comprised of the students of V th to VIII standard of the respective houses. The atmosphere was filled with zeal and enthusiasm as the students audience were cheering the team they belonged to.

The Competition was held in four rounds Guess the picture projected on the screen, Spell the word, Rapid fire followed by Letter game round. Score board was maintained for the same.The students participated with full excitement and were curious about the rules and the rounds of the competition. The competition evoked intellectual interest of the children in history.

The Guess the picture round consisted pictures of the ancient monuments, archaeological tools and historical buildings. The spell the word round was made interesting by the Spellings such as Iconography, Dolmen, Stratigraphy and Repositories which gave tough challenge to the participants.

Rapid Fire round lifted the level of interest of not only the participants but also the audience. The competition was tough and the children held their nerve and contested keenly.

The students showcased their brilliance by rapidly answering the questions. It was a very informative and knowledge enriching competition for the participants along with the audience. Although, all the houses actively participated, Terrahouse bagged the first and Aqua house the second position respectively. It was a unique way of making the children learn about History and Archaeology in a different way and not just through books and classroom teaching.

I Have A Purpose For Your Pain,
A Reason For Your Struggle And
A Reward for Your Faithfulness,
Trust Me and Dont Forgive Up. - Lord Krishna

As we all know that Lord Krishna is the eighth Avatar of Lord Vishnu and Janmashtami is the celebration of his birth. According to the Hindu calendar, it is marked on the eighth day of the dark fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada in India. On this special day, thoughts related to Janmashtami are shared with our loved ones in form of greetings, text messages, quotes and best wishes. In Podar International School, Chinchwad it was celebrated on 22nd August 2022 by Grade 3 students with enthusiasm and dedication. Students were dressed in colourful and traditional dresses as Gopis and Krishnas and performed energetically on a mashup. Few of them shared information about Janmashtami. They also enjoyed playing Dahi Handi. Festivals are celebrated irrespective of religion or caste in the school, bringing students closer and creating a strong bond of humanity.

‘In Life, as in Football you won’t go far unless you know where the Goalposts are’

Football is much more than just a game where you score a goal or win a match. It’s about teamwork, it’s about persevering through pain and setbacks, it’s about showing sportsmanship whether you win or lose, it’s about never ever giving up. No wonder it’s the most popular sport in the world.

The Inter Podar Pune Hub Football Tournament ‘Thunder 10‘ was hosted by Podar International School, Chinchwad on the 20th and 21st of August, 2022. Mr. Zuber Desai a renowned professional footballer was the Special Guest for the day. Honourable Mr. Franklin Sir GM Pune Region, Esteemed Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar, Respected Principals of Podar Pune Hub graced the inauguration ceremony with their benign presence.

The ceremony commenced with the felicitation of the dignitaries followed by the Official Coaches and Sports Heads of Pune Hub Schools. The event gathered fervor and momentum by the lighting of the lamp, Guard of honour – Walkathon of all the 14 participating Teams and the solemn Oath Taking Ceremony by the Sports Captain of Chinchwad Master Pranav Bharadwaj.

The Chief Guest addressed the gathering emphasizing on the life lessons learnt on the ground as life is full of ups and downs and the importance of making quick decisions in micro seconds. Mr. Franklin Sir in his address said,‘The Sports activities are Back on track after a long break’. He further appreciated Principal Ms Shehnaz Cottar for conducting the tournament efficaciously. Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar addressed the gathering by welcoming all the Podar Pune Hub Teams and wishing them all the best.

The essence of the Tournament and Sportsmanship was marked by releasing the balloons to uphold the zeal and enthusiasm of Podar Pune Hub Schools.

Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated National Librarians' Day on Friday, 12th August 2022. The occasion was graced by our honorable Vice Principals, Mrs. Manisha Ghosarwade and Mrs. Vaishali Ranasubay, of morning and afternoon shifts respectively. The program began with the traditional lighting of the lamp and paying homage and floral tribute to commemorate the birth anniversary of Padma Shree Dr. Sriyali Ramamrita Ranganathan (1892-1972) who is considered as the father of library and information science in India.

Ms. Aditi Dharmadhikari of Grade 8th I also enlightened all the students about the importance of this day and gave an insight of the great works of Dr. S R Ranganathan. He also gave the five laws of library science

1. Books are for use.
2. Every reader his/her book.
3. Every book, its reader.
4. Save the time of the reader.
5. A Library is a growing organism.

On this day we excercised tree plantation drive by our Vice Principals to pay homage to Dr. Ranganathan for dedicating his entire life to library profession in India and leaving behind a rich legacy.

Children took pledge to read books daily and also joined hands in keeping up the enthusiasm alive.

It was a red letter day in the history of India when the country got her freedom on August 15, 1947. It took hundreds of years for the freedom fighters to break the shackles of slavery. Freedom is something which the national heroes had to fight for. They have fought hard to earn it, so let's celebrate our freedom. Never let go of it and always carry it in our hearts. With this wonderful message reminiscing our glorious past, pondering about the present and weaving dreams for the future, India’s 76th Independence Day was celebrated at Podar International School, #Chinchwad with great pomp and patriotic fervour.

The Principal, Vice-Principal hoisted the flag with great pride and honour. All the students and teachers saluted the flag and then sang the National Anthem, thus promising to be a responsible citizen. Then it was followed by the Cultural Programme. The programme comprised of patriotic skit representing Shaniwarwada and our Tricolor - A masterpiece. The school choir presented different patriotic songs glorifying the relentless sacrifice and struggles of the brave hearts of our nation. Students also presented a group dance showcasing religious unity and street play demonstrated the need of keeping the river water clean.

In the end, the principal also addressed the spectators and inspired them to work for the betterment of the country. She also said that freedom is very precious and it is very necessary to preserve it. The programme ended with a vote of thanks.

A workshop was arranged for the students of PIS, Chinchwad to understand the importance of getting a work place cleaned up, organized, standardized, create efficiency rather than waste and sustaining improvements made.

They were introduced to 5S management techniques which are a culmination of 5 Japanese words which includes - Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain.

The 5S management techniques are one of the preliminary steps for an organization to practice Just In Time (JIT), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Total Quality Management (TQM) to meet the high- standards of customer expectations.

The target of 5S is to improve space and time utilization, extend life of equipment's and tools, reduce search time in locating your belongings and much more.

The workshop was a great success as it was able to convey all its important aspects to the students.

"What the mind of man can conceive and believe, the mind of man can achieve.’" A special assembly holds a significant position amidst the plethora of activities conducted in any school. It provides a significant platform to the young minds to polish their skills on public speaking and boost their confidence.

A special assembly commemorating the destruction caused on the Japanese city of Hiroshima on the doom’s day of 6th of August, 1945 was conducted by the Sr Secondary section on the premises of Podar International School, Chinchwad. The assembly started of with the prayer, remembering and empathizing with the victims of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki which brought about a stunted end to the 2nd World War. The thought of the day was an eye opener and it emphasized on retrospection of decisions and modifying them to alter the end if not the beginning. The students received a reality check when the details of that dreadful day started unfolding. The pain, amazement and intensity were visibly evident.

The Special assembly gained some extra mileage when the Council members of the Senior Secondary section were announced. The Sports Captain, Vice-Captain followed by the Cultural Captain, Vice-Captain were accredited with badges. Further, the Class Representatives were also ascribed with their duties. The pledge of upholding the prestige and pride of the institution and the country was heard stronger and louder in comparison to other days testifying the inculcation of a sense of responsibility and energy among all. Our beloved Principal addressed the Sr Secondary section stressing on imbibing leadership skills and preparing well for the world. The assembly was concluded with the giving away of awards for the Annual Drama Competition (Std XII) and photo session.

Of all the languages ,the God's own language -Sanskrit is the mother ,divine and most lyrical language.

On 10th August 2022, Sanskrit Diwas and Rakshabandhan was celebrated with great pomp and show at Podar International School,Chinchwad. It was attended by Principal ma'am Mrs Shehnaz cottar, Vice Principal ma'am Mrs Manisha Ghosarwade , teaching faculty and all the Children .Students from grade VI to X participated in various activities including dance ,poem .song and skit which was a wonder to watch. It started with the prayer in Sanskrit, followed by the Pledge and news in Sanskrit.The thought and information was also told in Sanskrit. The day was energized with shlok gayan ' Aigiri nandini .'' . The Taandav Dance was captivating and demonstrated the vibe of the day. The day was further put into charm by a comedy skit on the Sanskrit Diwas which was a special must to watch by the children. At the end, the programme came to a marvelous wind up with a song in Sanskrit ‘which spoke of our strong cultural roots in India.

As Raksha bandhan celebrates as a thread which binds and bonds souls forever, it reminds of Unity in Diversity and the serene calm love of brother and sister .Celebration of both Rakshbandhan and Sanskrit Day was truly a blessing to watch.

"Brothers and sisters are as close as hands and feet."

Raksha Bandhan is the celebration of love between brother and sister. It is one of the auspicious festivals in India celebrated with great fun and excitement all over the country. In this festival, a sister ties the Rakhi thread on the wrist of her dearest brother and prays to God for his protection from all the evils and to give him a long and prosperous life. Rakhi gifts also capture the essence of the festival and therefore, despite the distance between the siblings, sisters always ensure to send online Rakhi with gifts to their brothers along with some heart-touching messages to express their love and affection.

Sanskrit language is the mother of all languages. It is not only a language but a true identity of India. It’s a gift to the entire humanity…!!!

World Sanskrit Day or Sanskrit Diwas is also known as Viswa Samskrita Dinam. It is celebrated on Shraavana Poornima, which is the Poornima day that is on full moon day in the month of Shravana in the Hindu calendar. Sanskrit Day is celebrated at the national and global levels. The main premise behind celebrating it is that people understand the importance of this language and our new generation should be introduced to this language of India. The Sanskrit language is considered the first language in India and it is not just a language, but a culture that needs to be cherished. Therefore, it is very important to remind every Indian once a year that the language of his own country is being left behind somewhere.

Keeping the above thoughts in mind, Podar International School, #Chinchwad (Shift B) organized Raksha Bandhan and Sanskrit Day on 10th August,2022. On this occasion the children sang a melodious song and enchanted a prayer in Sanskrit. Different activities were organised during the celebration which were enjoyed by the students thoroughly. Students also enthralled the audience with their wonderful performances.

With the aim of honing the skills of the students a SOCIAL SCIENCE WEEK was conducted from 1st August to 8th August by PODAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL,CHINCHWAD for the classes from Grade I to VIII (afternoon shift). Motivational speech was given by the Principal. The students carried out the myriad of activities which included various topics of their syllabus. The week started with the role play of leaders and cultures.

They enjoyed making models of INDUS VALLEY CIVILIZATION, STONE AGE TOOLS and many more. The little ones also enjoyed making masks related to the folk culture, Time Capsules Jewellery Making and Heritage Musical Instruments. The street play or NUKKAD NATAK on WATER CONSERVATION was also played as a part of the social science activity.

The Social Sciences offer equal promise for improving human welfare; our lives can be greatly improved through a deeper understanding of individual and collective behavior. With this thought mesmerizing ,we started the Social Science week in Podar International School ,Chinchwad . The Social Science week was observed in school from the 4th August whereby a myriad of activities were carried out by the students which culminated in creating a source of knowledge about our Heritage .The programme was inaugurated by beloved Principal Maam, Mrs Shehanaz Cottar , Vice Principal Mrs Manisha Ghosarwade and Mrs Vaishali Ranasubhe.

The success of Declamation being held on 4th August marked to show how Social Studies can help in raising the awareness of students about ‘The Unsung Heroes’ which are an inspiration for the upcoming generations. The students of 6th standard expressed their Unsung Hero and spoke for two minutes each of the leader they admired. It was absolutely praiseworthy to watch the students dressed up as their favourite personality and express. It showed how Social Science is, in its broadest sense, the study of society and the manner in which people behave and influence the world around us.

Exhibitions provide a unique platform for students to exhibit a particular idea and to acquire practical knowledge of a specific field. The students of Podar International School, Chinchwad organized the Commerce fair, ‘’ Ferio de Commercio’’ in which varied tools of the market were put under a single platform and placed on display. Our beloved Principal, Ms Shehanaz Cottar together with our Vice Principal Ms Manisha Ghosarwade inaugrated the event. A general ambience of vitality and exuberance was evident throughout the day.

The students from Std IX and X were provided with the exposure to the three sectors of the business, aspects of GST, functioning of SIP etc. The participants explained their projects with immense vigor. Ranging from different types of business, insurance, sectors of industries, distribution channels were showcased and the students explained the intricacies of the commercial structure in India.

“Every artist dips his brush in his soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures.” how rightly said by Henry Ward Beecher.

Due to limitations imposed by the outbreak of Covid19 from the past two years, our young Podarites set themselves to certain restrictions but now they begin by overcoming all obstacles. To cheer them up Annual Art Exhibition was organized by Podar International School, #Chinchwad with collaboration with PN Gadgil and Sons. The Guest of honour was Mr.Shivram Hake, Marathi Film director and analyst who has created a special place in the world of Art, respected Franklin Sir, General Manager Pune Hub, our beloved Principal Mrs.Shehanaz Cottar, Vice-Principal’s Mrs.Manisha Ghosarwade and Mrs.Vaishali Ranasubhe were among the coterie of intellectuals who witnessed the grand event.

The Parents and all those who were a part of the exhibition were mesmerized by the blend of colours all around the place. Words of appreciation poured in all around the place and the students were lost in the world of gratitude. The program followed by blessings showered by all the dignitaries towards our young artists. Our Students left no words to show their thankfulness and express gratefulness towards their Art teachers who were their strong pillars all through the journey of creativity.

Music binds our soul, heart and emotions. It cheers the spirit and lightens the heart.

To make children aware of our tradition and greatness of saints who tried to inculcate moral values, Abhanga(devotional poetry) competition was held for the students of Grade VII , Podar International School ,Chinchwad on 26th July 2022.

The melodious songs sung by the participants pulled the heartstrings of everyone.The lilting notes were soulful and the rhythmic playing of instruments enthralled the audience thoroughly.

The atmosphere was filled with gaiety and spirituality.

The chief guest of the day, Mrs.Shaileja Kulkarni,the first woman kirtankaar from Pimpri Chinchwad ,preached students about the maharashtrian culture and tradition through her mellifluous abhanga.She also appreciated the participants for their confidence and passion in singing.

The winners of the competition were:
Master Alok Bapat : 1st position
Miss Bruhati Gavande : 2nd position
Miss Sharvari Gore : Third position

The program concluded by the address of our beloved principal ma'am.She encouraged the students to be a part of the rich cultural traditions of our country and know more about their heritage and congratulated all the participants for their tuneful singing.

Abhang is a form of devotional poetry sung in the praise of the Hindu God Vitthal. Abhangas are more exuberant expressions of the communitarian experience. Abhangas are considered as a form of Ovi. Abhangas are sung daily by the varkaris (devotees) during the pilgrimage to the temple of Pandharpur.

Podar International School,Chinchwad organized an Abhang competition which gave us a glimpse into the tradition of Maharashtra. The students sang the compositions of Sant Gnyaneshwar, Namdev and Tukaram in the native style which lent an air of authenticity to the entire assembly. For the venerable purpose of worshiping God, music has always been an important medium. The students sang devotional poetry using instruments like tabla and harmonium.

Our Honourable Principal Ma’am Ms Shehanaz Cottar addressed the assembly and motivated the students to get introduced to the great treasure of Abhangas as they lead you towards permanent and ceaseless happiness. The mind becomes the repository of happiness and then there is no end to that happiness. The assembly ended with a wonderful message for the future generation to walk on the path of achieving ultimate joy, happiness and the goal of human life.

The Guru is the embodiment of selflessness. Guru brings light in our life and inspires us to achieve our goals.

To honour the teachers, a special assembly was organized by Podar International School, Chinchwad on the occasion of Guru Purnima on 19th July 2022 with intense zeal and zest.

The programme commenced with the lighting of the lamp by our honourable Principal Ms. Shehnaaz Cottar and our determined Vice Principals Ms. Manisha Gosarwade and Ms. Vaishali Ranasubhe. The programme was graced by our prudent guest of honour and judges Ms. Sweety Karjatkar and Ms. Purnima Kalra.

A mellifluous song was performed by the choir group to make the occasion soothing under the able guidance of our music teacher Mr. Gopal Surwase.

Chanting Shlokas gives a sense of holiness, interconnectivity and strengthens one’s belief system.

On this auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima our school also organized a Sanskrit Shloka Competition. The students of Grade VII actively participated in the competition. Students showcased their oratory skills by chanting Shlokas with great confidence.

"Every competition and every event brings new challenges and responsibilities"

Under the theme “Changemakers” – Delving into the challenges and promises of Human rights, Podar International School, Chinchwad organised an event named ‘Courage Conquer’ which provided an opportunity to the students to showcase their learning and the experience which they had during the course of the module. This event revolved around values such as courage, strength, perseverance and integrity.

Students from all the grades had come together to participate in the event with their handmade unique charts, posters, write up and quotes based on the change makers of our country like Mahatma Gandhi, Dalai lama, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar, Kailash Satyarthi, Lakshmi Agarwal, Savitribai Phule, Nelson Mandela and many more. The event paid tribute to those who had devoted their heart and soul to the “cause” that has brought about a transformation in the society. Students had also made models of the Dandi March and a miniature of Lord Buddha from clay. The event aimed to ignite in the heart of students, the flame of their values and victories that these activists have fanned for a long time.

This event was graced by the Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar Ma’am and Vice Principals Ms. Manisha Ghosarwade Ma’am and Ms. Vaishali Ranasubhe Ma’am.

“The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet keep looking. Don’t settle” Steve Jobs.

In this fast-growing technology-based world, there are so many options available for the students after class 12. With a wide array of future scopes and aspects, students often land up to the field they didn’t want to pursue.

In order to help and guide students of class XI and XII, to choose the right career options and motivate them to achieve their desired goals, Podar International School, Chinchwad invited our valued alumni Master Darshan Lokhande and Ms Iksha Mishra to address this issue and conduct a session on Career Guidance.

Our alumni not only presented the session with a PPT on the wide array of courses available and also the emerging branches in computer science and commerce, but also guided students on how to prepare for 12th Entrance Exams, have a right mind-set, choose good colleges and manage time effectively.

Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar felicitated our alumni and appreciated their valuable contribution to their alma mater. Vice Principal Ms Manisha Ghosarwade along with the teacher staff and students of class XI and XII were present for this informative session.

International Yoga Day aims to promote awareness about the importance of Yoga in improving one's overall well-being. International Yoga Day 2022 was celebrated on 21 June (Tuesday). This year, Yoga Day was celebrated under the theme of 'Yoga for Humanity. The theme was decided considering the importance of yoga and how it benefited the masses in keeping safe and healthy during the outbreak of coronavirus.

Yoga is a flame when you light it up,the glow never fades away .Podar International school ,Chinchwad celebrated the yoga day with great enthusiasm and zeal.At Podar we believe ,Yoga is the golden key that unlocks the door to peace ,tranquility and joy.We took out time to make our souls happy away from being poignant by doing the simple asanas with able guidance of our Yoga teacher Mrs Madhuri.

The school Principal Mrs Shehnaz Cottar ,Vice Principal (morning )Mrs Manisha Ghosarwade and afternoon Vice Principal Vaishali Ranasubhe started the programme by taking the blessing of almighty and lighting the lamp .The yoga day was then followed by the yoga being performed by the students of grade 5th as Yoga taught us to cure what need not be Endured and Endure what cannot be cured.It livened our spirits and was a gateway of happiness that body needed to feel fresh.

The students of Podar International School, Chinchwad participated at the event ‘International Yoga Day Competition ‘ on 20th June 2022 held at Beacon High School .They performed extraordinary asanas and conqured the journey to safe and healthy yoga.Five students participated in the competition held at Beacon High School out of which Sharbari Mogadapali bagged second prize and made the school proud of her flexibility and yogic postures.We Congratulate her and the entire team for we at Podar believe that yoga is a mirror to look at ourselves from within . The enite school took half an hour and we did yoga at school.The International Yoga day was celebrated with great energy and led us to the journey of immense happiness and peace.The harmony of soul created the symphony of life and we celebrated the International Yoga Day.

The first superhero any child meets in his/her life is their father. As they grow older, they look upon their father as their role model and try to follow his footsteps. Father is the best example of a superhero.

At Podar International School, Chinchwad the main motive of celebrating Father's Day was to give special thanks to every father who has dedicated his life for his children. In order to felicitate them, Father’s Day was celebrated in the school on 25th of June where the fathers of the students from Grade I were our special guests. The program started with a melodious choir by the Grade I students for their loving Dads.The teachers took the journey ahead by arranging some interesting fun games for the students along with their fathers which made the atmosphere more lively.

The entire family of the students was felicitated by our Honourable Principal Ma’am with a certificate of appreciation for their participation. The Fathers were overwhelmed with the love and respect showered onto them. They carried the best memories of the time spent with their kids at the end of the program.

HOUSE COMPETITION- ‘RIGHT OR WRONG?’

‘Humanity Rights are not a privilege conferred by government. They are every Human Being’s entitlement by virtue of his humanity’. - Mother Teresa

A House Competition was organized for the students of grade VII and VIII under the theme ‘Human Rights’, - Delving into the Challenges and Promises of Human Rights.

The students got an opportunity to create awareness campaign for various important ‘Human Rights’ and to find constructive solutions to the problems faced by the common man.

Aqua house presented a Radio Show Campaign-Voice it Out, on ‘Right to Equality and Right to freedom from Discrimination’.

Ignis House presented a TV Talk Show with a creative commercial on ‘Right to expression, Right for Fair Trial and Right to Seek Information’.

Terra House presented a skit and panel discussion on ‘Right to a Cultural Life’.

Ventus House presented a Skit with Slogans on ‘Right to Asylum’.

All team members exhibited their talents through proper coordination, team work, dynamic expression of thoughts and effective communication skills.

Terra House bagged the first prize, followed by Ignis House and Ventus House.

Every student of Std XII (2022 – 23) were eagerly waiting for a celebration as they were little out of sorts after spending an integral part of their school life at home, due to the limitations imposed by the unfortunate outbreak of Covid 19. To cheer them up, a get – together was arranged by the Podar International School, #Chinchwad and the celebrations turned out to be unforgettable.

The chief guests for the occasion, our honorable Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar and beloved Vice Principal Ms Manisha Ghosarwade, were welcomed in a traditional maharastrian style with ‘Dhol Tasha’ which immediately set the mood for the festivity. It began with a fantabulous classical performance which instilled an undefined energy among the students and five brilliant dance performances followed. The saraswati Veena is known to be the toughest instrument to maneuver yet a young Podarite made it rather easy and mesmerized the audience with the tunes of veena.

The games added to the merriment and every game was construed in a manner that the students have fun yet they have something to learn. Every fresher felt special and an integral part of the Podar family and the same was evident in the ambience. The very purpose of this gathering was to encourage the creative instincts of the children and boast their confidence. The ramp walk set the tune for the party in the appropriate manner. It was followed by the Principal’s address through which she beautifully illustrated that young minds should have desired goals and work appropriately to achieve them. The Cake cutting ceremony, the amazing food and the photography session marked an inopportune end to a joyous morning.

"Every competition, every event brings new challenges and responsibilities"

Under the theme “Change Makers” , Podar International School, Chinchwad had organized an inter-house competition 'Creating Awareness Campaigns for Human Rights Violations '. Each house was given a topic of Human Right Violation and were instructed to collaborate and find constructive solutions for various problems faced by common man. All the participants used various means of communication like talk show, debate show, social experiment, rally and much more to showcase their 'Awareness Campaigns'.

The event was graced by the Principal, Ms. Shehnaz Cottar and Vice Principals Ms. Manisha Ghosarwade and Ms. Vaishali Ranasubhay . The astute judges of the event were Ms. Seema Kadam and Ms. Smita Surana.

Competitive zeal and indomitable will power was found to be truly alive in the participants while presenting ways and measures for preventing the violation.

The motivating and inspiring words by the judges enlightened the students to become the “Change Makers!” of our country.

How rightly it is said, 'A little effort towards saving the environment is better than no effort.'

The students of Podar International School, Chinchwad participated in a cyclothon on the theme “Environment Awareness Campaign” with an aim to save the environment and nature on 19th June 2022.

Flagging off the cyclothon, Principal Ms. Shehanaz Cottar said, ‘Creating awareness about the environmental issues is important.’ She also added that the public's concern for ecology and environment should not be restricted to Environment Day, but should be a part of their daily life.

The cyclothon started from Podar International School, Chinchwad. Thirty students took part in the cyclothon. They covered a distance of 1 km. Students chanted the slogan 'Cycle chalao, Paryavaran bachao' (ride the bicycle to save the environment) during the rally. Students also expressed enthusiasm over the initiative and one of them said, "Riding a bicycle is always fun”.

Students, donning 'GO GREEN' on their T-shirts and boards tied to their cycles with slogans on green environment, distributed seeds to pedestrians and explained the importance of planting seeds and saving the environment for ecological restoration.

Students could successfully convey the awareness message “Go Green” among the people.

On the auspicious occasion of the World Environment Day, students of Podar International School, Chinchwad did their bit to contribute towards a greener environment. They started the journey by planting trees followed by holding rallies and awareness drives to encourage the citizens to save, conserve and protect the environment.

Podar International School, Chinchwad also organized an awareness rally on the occasion of Environment Awareness Week. The Head boy and the Head girl of the school in the presence of our respected Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar and Vice Principal Ms Manisha Ghosarwade guided the students about the importance of safeguarding the environment. The students of grade VI participated in the rally and together with powerful slogans like, ‘’ Each one Plant one’, ‘if you cannot Reuse, Refuse etc attempted to reach out to the people around and make a difference.

Children made seed balls and planted it in the school campus. The tree plantation drive was conducted with an aim to control global warming, make the environment pollution free and spread awareness about the importance of keeping a clean environment. During the event, the students were well-informed about the importance of trees in maintaining the ecological equilibrium.

“All we have to do is to wake up and change.” With regards to this wonderful quote by Environmentalist ‘Greta Thunberg’, Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated World Environment Day on 6th June 2022.

The main purpose of the celebration was to spread awareness about the need to protect the environment and ways to do it.

The assembly started with an informative speech by our responsible student on “Protection of Environment” followed by a wonderful poem and an enlightening Mime Act.

After the assembly, activities such as “Nature walk” followed by a cleanliness drive were conducted wherein students understood the importance of keeping the environment clean.

The celebration ended with elucidative guidance by respected Principal Ma’am. The students were guided on how to plant more trees and motivated them to reduce use of plastic and keep the environment clean.

World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5th every year to address the environmental problems the world is facing at present and spread awareness about the need to protect our environment.

Students of Grade 9 of Podar International School ,Chinchwad conducted a special assembly on the occasion of‘The World Environment Day.’ On 6th June 2022.

The programme commenced with a melodious song highlighting the importance of nature. Students rendered speeches on the theme “one earth “ creating awareness about environment. The air was filled with environment protection slogans like,’Be a part of solution not the pollution’ ,Wipe out the pollution before it wipes you out.’ Acontemporary dance was performed depicting the theme “Save Environment ‘ by the students of Class 9, which was followed by the excellent enactment of a skit, that urged the students to know about the harmful effects of fuel based vehicles and measures to mitigate them. They conveyed the message, ‘We need not protect the environment, but we need to create a world where the environment doesn't need protection.’ An interactive quiz conducted by the students which kept the audience engaged throughout the assembly.

The programme ended with the address from the principal Mrs Shehanaz Cottar, who urged the students to do their part in saving the environment. She appealed the students to celebrate the environment day on every single day by doing their bit to keep the surroundings clean and tidy and using the natural resources judiciously.

‘Let us protect our environment. Do the world a favour and show it the change you can make.’

Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality. - Warren Bennis

The Investiture ceremony signifies the reliance and confidence that the school consigns in the newly elected council. It is one of the momentous occasions of every school. Donning the mantle of accountability, they also pledge to bestow their duties to the best of their abilities. It is not just about providing titles, but about conferring responsibilities to the students, to take charge of the school and take it to the height they desire with their leadership, decision making skills, communication and teamwork.

To inculcate the leadership qualities in the students and to give them a feel of functioning of the administrative body, a school prefectorial board was formed after scrutinous interviewing and selection. The Investiture Ceremony for the academic year 2022-23 was held in Podar International School, Chinchwad on 17th of June 2022 with great pomp , dignity and with a high degree of earnestness and passion.

The ceremony commenced with the choir motivating the young leaders to embrace the change, to practice selflessness, to surge ahead at all times and to work towards achieving their dreams.

The Choir had indeed a melodious and inspiring song which perfectly suited the event.

The Student Council took the pledge to hold the school motto of loyalty, truth and honour in high esteem.

The march by all the prefects was a spectacular event which set the mood for the event.

The cultural programme witnessed a spellbinding and captivating dance by talented young dancers, depicting the power of knowledge. The elected leaders were conferred with badges, sashes and flags by honourable Principal Shehanaz Cottar. She congratulated them and admonished them to be impartial and honest in discharging their duties. She also exhorted them to uphold the values. She reminded them that with position comes responsibility towards themselves, their school and peers. She advised them to be role models and extended a supporting hand to the students’ council for the smooth running of the school.

The programme was held under the guidance of PT teacher, Mr. Pravin Dighe, which was a grand success.

"Don't follow where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail."

Podar International School, Chinchwad in the presence of parents and the world through ‘Face book Live’ successfully inducted the Student Council for the session 22 – 23. The ceremony was graced by our revered Principal Ms Shehanaz Cottar, our Vice Principal Ms Manisha Ghosarwade and Vice Principal Ms Vaishali Ranasubhe. The ceremony was held with zeal and enthusiasm and the Student Council promised to hold the school motto in high esteem.

The formal procedure commenced with the welcome dance performance by the students of STD IX and their Saraswati Vandana surely set the tone for the occasion. The badging ceremony started with great fervor. The students marched their way towards the dignitaries and they were accredited with their respective badges. The cloudy weather and the inspirational music added to the delight of the audience. The house in - charges were endowed with the sash of their respective houses while their respective teams applauded with pride. The Sports Captain enthusiastically administered the Oath where the Council pledged to discharge their duties to the best of their abilities. The resolute showcased by the students was a sheer reflection of the tenacity that our Sports Teacher, Mr Mahesh Kamble exhibits. His support and guidance added glory to the entire arrangement.

The happiness, of the proud parents who witnessed it, knew no bounds when the newly elected Student Council set foot for their inaugural March. The Head Boy and The Head Girl introduced themselves and shared their plans for the upcoming session. The choir motivated the young leaders to surge ahead amidst difficult times. The Principal congratulated them and encouraged them to be impartial and determined. The event concluded with the National song.

"National Panchayati Raj Day (National Local Self-Government day) is the national day of Panchayati Raj System in India celebrated by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj on 24th April every year."

Students of Grade 7 of Podar International School ,Chinchwad conducted a special assembly on National Panchayati Raj Day. A skit ‘Hamari Panchayat’ was performed by the students.

Scene of the village was set up as a backdrop where children enacted the skit.

Students were made aware of Panchayati Raj in villages and its significance and also the functions of a Gram Panchayat.

It was indeed a great performance by the students. Assembly was concluded by Principal’s address which shed light on the functions of Panchayat as well as responsibilities of students in school premises.

The assembly of National Panchayati Raj in India was celebrated on 24th April in Podar International school with lot of pomp and awareness. The Prime Minister of India Manmohan Singh had declared the first National Panchayati Raj Day on 24th April,2010. Our school has also celebrated the Panchayati Raj where the students were made aware of Panchayati Raj in villages. They understand the functions of a Gram Panchayat through skit . The name of the skit was Humari Panchayat where characters were played by the students of grade 6. The audience where all students of grade 6 were there and understood the importance of Panchayati Raj as a decentralised form of government in which village would be responsible for it’s own affair. The skit was a demonstration of show of public awareness of how the Panchayat works .It also enlightened us about problems and the way of its solutions are.

They also connected with the traffic congestion, pollution and electricity failure in cities. The skit was an overwhelming performance of the students and they could find themselves in villages with the aura of Panchayati Raj around.

"Language shapes the way we think, and determines what we can think about."

Commemorating the birth anniversary of the legend, William Shakespeare, Podar International School, Chinchwad celebrated International English Language Day remembering the works and contribution of great people of English Literature with special mention of Shakespeare.

The Programme was enriched with the gracious presence of our beloved Principal Ms. Shehanaz Cottar, our Vice Principal Ms Archana Karande and Vice Principal, Ms Manisha Ghosarwade. The event was lead and conducted brilliantly by our talented students and it was worth the watch. The quotes by famous literary legends adorned the walls of the institution. It began with the welcome choir which set the mood of the merriment. Further seeking the blessings of the Almighty, few scenes of the famous play by William Shakespeare, Taming of the Shrew were enacted by the students of STD IX and STD X. Although the best was yet to come. The renowned poets and authors of the yester years came back to light and the fun game of ‘Who Am I’ was played. The students dressed as famous authors and poets arrived with their quotes and the pupils were given the opportunity to guess the person. This was followed by the literary quiz which enlightened the audience with the appropriate connotation about the language. The assembly ended with Principal’s address appreciating the efforts and expressing the importance of the English Language.

Drama is a strong medium of communication through which students could be given an opportunity to collaborate on their intellectual and acting caliber. Podar International School, Chinchwad, Pune organized the Annual Drama Competition for STD XII.

The pragramme was presided over by our esteemed Principal Mrs Shehanaz Cottar, our beloved Vice Principal Mrs Archana Karande and our special guest for the day Mr. Rohidas Patil. The themes were diverse and the direction in which the students participated was applauded by one and all present at the occasion. The students portrayed visions comprising of War and its consequences followed by pertinent yet forgotten ideas like good choices. The entire globe is divided into two entities, the virtuous and the non virtuous and the students beautifully highlighted this idea through their drama. The gender stereotyping which is still prevalent in our society was evident in the performances of the groups. Seven groups comprising of the entire STD XII participated in the contest with great zeal and enthusiasm.

The best performance award was bagged by Trisha Behera while Ninad Bawkar swept away the prize for Best Dialogue Delivery. The Bright Blue Mail Box was accredited zenith position in the Best Script category. The runners up for the Best Drama went to The Iron Fan Club for their fantastic portrayal of discrimination meted out towards the poor. The Wise Warriors floored the audience with their acting skills and won the hearts and the Best drama award. It was an eventful occasion which joyfully ended with the Principal’s address and happy smiles.

"Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, your attitude and your mood."

Podar International School, Chinchwad organized an event ‘Podar Parent’s Premier League-PPL 2021-22’, for the women parents’ fraternity to come together and play the game of Cricket as a team. As we know that Cricket originated as a children’s game has now gained international standard all over the world.

There were four Women’s Cricket teams headed by four sports teacher in-charges: Podar Stars guided by Mr. Sanket Kumar Dey, Podar Warriors guided by Mr. Suprabhat Bangar, Podar Spartans guided by Mr. Pravin Dighe and Podar Smashers guided by Mr. Atmaram Kale. The event started with welcoming the guests, players and audience and with a brief introduction of the PPL-2022. The Principal Ms. Shehanaz Cottar tossed the coin to decide which team will bat first and take the first innings.

Hearty Congratulations to the winning team:
Podar Smashers won the First Position Trophy by 16 runs against Podar Stars with a target of 60 runs. Second Position Trophy was bagged by Podar Stars. Third Position Trophy was bagged by Podar Warriors. Best Batter was awarded to Ms. Yukta Kandakatla from Podar Warriors team. Best All Rounder Trophy was awarded to Ms. Kshitija Khinvasara from Podar Stars.

The ground was filled with warmth of sportsmanship, cheers of excitement, ardor of passion, zeal and enthusiasm to win the game. The event ended with a vote of thanks to all the Parent Fraternity for enthusiastically participating in the event and making it a grand success.