School Events at Shirur

Podar International School #Shirur cherished the pious occasion of Diwali with gleams of diyas, echo of chants and infinite goodness on Friday, 14 October 2022.

The creative extravaganza of skit presentations pervaded the unique message of importance of Indian culture through Prabhu Ram and Seeta mai's welcome in Ayodhya. All the participants rocked the show with the blend of cosmic tune and divine vision. The spirit of Diwali came alive with a prosperous and divine prospective after viewing the spectacular dance presentations.

Respected Principal ma’am, Minal Vaidya highlighted the significance of Diwali and related festivals to the students and teachers. In her words of wisdom, she motivated the students to celebrate a pollution-free Diwali.

Respected ma’am motivated the students to stay indoors and celebrate a green and safe Diwali.

Podar International School, Shirur celebrated a special assembly on October 10 which is marked as World Mental Health Day. The assembly was conducted by Terra house students with the main objective, to raise mental health awareness among the students of our school. Students have given information on World Mental Health Day and Air Force Day and also presented a skit focusing upon depression and anxiety and how to overcome it. School counsellor told many ways to out of the depression and anxiety.

Assembly was concluded with Principal Minal Vaidya madam's guidance. She said that at a time our daily lives have changed considerably as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone has to deal with varying levels of stress. When you feel like your stress levels have reached their peak, it might be time to speak with our family members, teachers and friends. Physical health and mental health both are essential now a days. One do not hesitate to seek help from Counselor.

All teachers were dressed up in green colour clothes to support the theme.

Assembly was enough to create awareness among the students of our school.

Highlighting the significance of celebrating festivals, a special assembly on Dussehra, the festival that resonates with the victory of good over evil was presented by the students of Terra house in Podar International School #Shirur on 6 October.

The assembly began with the recitation of prayer followed by a thought highlighting that every evil can be terminated with goodness and goodwill, which always leads to peace and prosperity.

A soul stirring bhajan was presented and acted by the students. Students not only enjoyed listening to the story behind the festival but at the same time had a great time through a pleasant skit , dressing up in the lovely attire of Rama and Ravana and other characters of Ramayana.

Principal Minal Vaidya Ma'am guided students about the importance of Dussehra as it is marked as victory over evil, this festival destroys negativity and emerges with positivity and also asked various questions to students about the celebration of the festival. She also appealed to students to keep the safe and clean environment as this is the main concern while celebrating various festivals.

Podar International School #Shirur has conducted a special assembly on the occasion of the birth anniversary of two legends, Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri, with great zeal, enthusiasm and patriotism. Students articulated Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri's ideology and contributions towards Indian independence skillfully through various songs, thoughts and talks. The students displayed their beautiful sketches of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri and explained the principles for an ideal life laid down by them.

It is extremely important for our future generations to understand and imbibe values like truth, non-violence, harmony, morality and simplicity which will inspire them to adapt in these challenging times.

To commemorate the occasion children enacted and dressed as one of the leaders. They shared facts about the great leaders and their contribution towards freedom struggle and national integration.

Assembly was concluded with the address of Principal Minal Vaidya ma'am. She has spoken about the life values to be followed by this both legendary life.

Podar International School, #Shirur organized a culminating event "Sci-Hi Museum" under the theme 'Footprint in Time', An Archaeological Expedition. This event was organized by the students of grades I to X and the staff members. Students worked enthusiastically and made models, monuments, ornaments, artefacts, major discoveries and inventions, historical figures, tools, selfie corners, games stalls etc. Today's chief guests Mr. Munish Sharma, Principal of PIS wagholi has inaugurated the event. The event has focused on presenting various ancient civilizations of different countries i e. Egypt, Rome, Greece etc., groceries, food, ornaments, monuments with a scientific element in it and the history behind it. Warli paintings, Egyptian scripts, God and goddesses of ancient history and sports played at that time have been presented by the students in very pleasant ways. The event helped students to learn about archaeology and examine historical facts in the most interesting ways. Principal Minal Vaidya ma'am appreciated participants for their active participation. Parents have responded overwhelmingly and praised the students a lot.

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill

The Joy of Giving is an event that is observed every year at Podar International School #Shirur with a lot of enthusiasm, reflecting the spirit of empathy and generosity of the students, teachers and parents alike. This event was there to integrate the values, empathy and integrity. This gives us an opportunity to reach out within oneself and we shouldn't let our judgements and pre-conceived notions deter us from forming healthy bonds rather with our acts and words of kindness we should live happily and let others too.

As part of the celebration of Joy of Giving event, students from classes 7th and 8th presented a street play on the theme Save Planet Earth , with a number of charts containing information about saving Earth Planet and avoiding waste, on Tuesday, September 27, 2022.

The students of Podar International School, #Shirur conducted an activity of collecting plastic bottles from the School vicinity and handed it over to the dumping ground authority.

Principal Minal Vaidya ma'am guided students about the theme and created awareness of taking care of Planet Earth.

International Literacy Day depicts the importance of literacy throughout the globe and urges the society to provide education of purpose to the people globally, irrespective of their class, region, religion and race.

A special assembly on International Literacy Day was conducted in Podar International School, #Shirur on September 8, 2022 by the students of Ventus House from classes VII and IX.

It was highlighted through the assembly that Literacy is a matter of dignity and human rights, as students spoke on the celebration of 'World Literacy Day' and presented information, dance and songs to bring the point that literacy is the foundation of learning. Anushka Sharma has presented a fabulous dance on Onam festival. Ganesh Anant Chaturdashi information has been shared by students in the assembly.

An energetic skit has been presented where the importance of literacy was stated in curbing poverty, establishing gender impartiality along with promising a bright future.

Bankat Shinde Sir, Senior Coordinator, expressed his views on the importance of International Literacy Day and appealed to students to promote the significance of literacy in their day to day life.

"A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite imagination and instill love for learning."

The Podar International School, #Shirur celebrated Teacher’s day with great zeal and enthusiasm. A special assembly was conducted by the students of class X. The assembly began with welcome dance stating the importance of ‘Teacher’ in our lives, followed by the thought and talk highlighting the contribution of teachers in a student’s life. Principal Minal Vaidya ma'am and Headmistress Sadaf Khan ma'am garland goddess Saraswati and Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan photos. Students expressed their views by sharing the qualities of a good teacher and explained the meaning of the word ‘Teacher’. Students have organised a well planned teachers felicitation ceremony with flowers and greeting cards. Principal ma'am gifted a gift to all teachers as a token of respect.The assembly came to an end with a beautiful message which highlighted the relationship of students and teachers who are considered to be the second parent to students. They mould their life with love, affection, dedication and hardwork. All the teachers enjoyed the company of their fellow teachers, taking pride in their role as teachers who transform lives and create the future of their students.

The National Sports Day of India was celebrated in Podar International School, #Shirur in Tribute to the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand today i.e. 29th August. The students were told about the importance of ‘Sports’ and the relevance of National Sports Day during the Assembly.

The day marks the birth anniversary of hockey wizard, Major Dhyan Chand. He was born on 29th August, 1905 at Prayagraj. In the year 1926, he was selected for the Indian Hockey Team for the tour of New Zealand & won many medals for our country.

On this occasion, many students from school participated in various sports activities with great enthusiasm and zeal. The participants had fun while indulging in different activities like dance, various game presentation etc . The children learnt a lot about true sportsmanship and the value of playing games.

Our school Principal Minal Vaidya ma'am guided the students about Major Dhyanchand and she also briefed the importance of sports in our life.