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The Goenkan curriculum is designed to ensure a wholesome and overall development of the child. The Goenkans today are known for the enigma in their persona as they stand apart with a disciplined demeanor, unflinching zeal to learn, responsibility of actions perseverance and sensitivity and above all the exuding confidence that comes with knowledge and sheer happiness in learning. The Co-curriculum at G.D. Goenka is given of paramount importance. School needs to be a space which is not completely alienated from the wide variety that forms the real world and yet safe and free for students to be able to think, act, create and explore….
Thus Co-curriculum activities are designed to replicate real-life situations for our young learners competitive events are a regular feature class III onwards while for Pre- primary students, most events are kept non-competitive in nature as each child is declared a winner, an exemplary performer… most of the co-curricular activities are intricately integrated with the curriculum in various themes and concepts of curriculum oriented learning.
Each idea is understood as a complete whole as per the G.D. Goenka philosophy. Small portions or half baked information never forms a Goenkan’s cup of tea at any age group. Values and concepts are integrated into stories that make our toddlers think, appreciate logic and to apply their knowledge thus imbibed.
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Hobby Clubs
Hobby Clubs cover a wide range of activities from sports to technology, art and culture. Each student chooses two clubs, one each from a different category and pursues his/her interest. Students receive personalized training from experts on the hobby chosen during school hours. The major clubs include:
SPORTS: Golf /Swimming/Tennis / Table Tennis /Badminton / Carom /Chess/ Shooting/ Football /Cricket /Basket ball and Skating.
ART AND CRAFT: Painting & Sketching / Clay modeling/ Cartooning/ Interior Designing.
PERFORMING ARTS: Vocal music / Indian Classical Dance/ Western Dance forms Folk dance/ Instrumental – Guitar, Sitar, Tabla, Drums and Vocal Music |
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OTHER CLUBS: Scouts & Guides / Eco club / Gardening / Multimedia / Web designing / Literary Club / Public Speaking / Culture & Heritage /I.T. Club and Dramatics club.
The school has four houses- Radhakrishnan, Tagore, Teresa and Vivekanand and all pupils are grouped amongst these. This grouping fosters a vertical integration in the school and gives students a feeling of belongingness and sharing, healthy competition and team spirit among the houses is developed through Inter-House games, sports, debates, dramatics, declamation sessions, music, quizzes and other co-curricular activities.
The Classroom Conduct Chart points are also calculated house-wise each month. These go a long way at ensuring a healthy disciplined environment conducive to learning in a thoroughly non-threatening space for budding innovative souls. |
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Health HygieneHighest standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained. Only mineral water is served for drinking purposes in disposable glasses through a large number of water dispensers placed at convenient location all over the campus. The school cafeteria managed by a reputed caterer, serves nourishing, wholesome snacks and drinks in the most hygienic conditions. Students’ health is regularly monitored by the team of doctors and nurses in our medical centre. For more serious emergencies, our well-equipped ambulance provides rapid access to first class specialist hospitals. A qualified psychologist is available for regular counseling of students & teachers. |
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Class Room LearningInteractive smart boards as well as green boards are used in GDGPS as a replacement for traditional whiteboards or flipcharts. They provide ways to show students anything which can be presented on a computer’s desktop (educational software, websites, and others). In addition, interactive whiteboards allow teachers to record their instructions and post the material for review by students at a later time. This is a very effective instructional strategy for students who may need to refer to the material presented again, for students who are absent from school, for struggling learners, and for examination review purpose etc.
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Built in maps to teach continents, oceans, countries, or states and capitals are provided. |
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Presentation created by students and teachers form an integral part of the Goenkan Learning System. |
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Students create e-folios including samples of their work and narration. |
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Digital storytelling is also a regular activity. |
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Students can take notes directly in to Power Point Presentations. |
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Students reinforce their skills by using on-line interactive web sites. |
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Students use e-dictionaries for reference of meanings as well as pronunciation. |
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Connectivity: In our Wi-Fi campus all classes are connected to internet to access a world of information and resources. |
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All school systems are centrally monitored through our server base and security devices. |
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Outdoor ActivitiesG. D. Goenka Public School provides many opportunities for students to take part in team games and also to develop individual skills. Students of all ages and abilities are encouraged to take part in sporting activities, fitness as they start appreciate the value of sports in life.
Our well-planned sports curriculum ensure fitness and proper physical development of students under the able supervision of skilled instructors. A most modern fitness center with latest equipments is also provided alongside:
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LAWN TENNIS |
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CRICKET |
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FOOTBALL |
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TABLE TENNIS |
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GOLF |
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BASKET BALL |
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BADMINTON |
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SWIMMING |
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The sport programme aims at helping all students develop stamina become agile, skillful and strong. They learn more than one sport or recreation which they can pursue when they leave school. The Goenkans actively use the:
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GYM |
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TENNIS COURT |
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AEROBICS AND YOGA ROOMS |
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SHOOTING RANGE |
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CHESS AND CAROM BOARDS AND MUCH MORE |
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Science Technology
A Scientific temper is inculcated in each child through exploration, observation & discovery. A hands-on approach is adopted at all developmental stages leading to conceptual understanding and an inquisitive and analytical mind. Science as a course is introduced for senior classes in a wide ranging programme covering Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Biotechnology. It provides students with a scientific approach to advanced studies, and the students are exposed to latest developments by regular visits to science and research centers. The School Science Club is an initiative towards the goal of encouraging the spark in each child to question facts and explore new ideas.
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Physical FitnessPhysical fitness is given paramount significance at the school. The students are encouraged to build their stamina and fitness skills from an early age. A wooden-floored, aesthetically designed room, with cubicles for changing, is assigned for the teaching of Aerobics. Yoga and Gymnastics too are compulsory activities. Martial Art like Taekwondo, Judo and Karate are some of the highly specialized arts taught at G.D. Goenka to young learners. Parents are given a detailed report on the strengths and weaknesses of their child’s physical fitness regularly.
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Career CounselingA team of expert and trained Counselors is available to advise the students. They conduct aptitude tests which are followed by personal interviews in class X. This helps in the choice of subjects for further studies. These tests are followed up through Classes XI and XII to help in the selection of careers eventually.
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AwardsAll Goenkans are encouraged to take part in curricular and co-curricular activities. Those excelling in these activities are given due recognition through Certificates and Rewards. Students scoring above the given criteria set by the school in any subject are awarded a ‘Roll of Honour’ Certificate for each activity. Outstanding students in academics have their names permanently displayed on the School Honour Scroll Board. Bright and deserving students are eligible for scholarships.
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Seminars and WorkshopsSeminars and workshops are organized regularly both for the students as well as teaching staff. Children learn various skills such as pottery, waste management, public speaking, photography, film shooting etc. The teaching faculty keeps abreast of the latest techniques and trends in education through regularly organized training programmes and resource enrichment meetings.
Above all at G.D. Goenka, the school environment is all about healthy vibrations and a smile of contentment on each face…. each member of the school staff and each student walks in this temple of learning filled with happiness in their hearts.
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Medical FacilitiesAn air-conditioned fully equipped medical room has been provided with trained medical professionals on duty all through the school hours. Trained doctors are on emergency call facility while an ambulance and tie-ups with state of the art hospitals in the city for emergency treatment of our children is an added precaution.
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Leadership SkillsAt G.D. Goenka Public School Education is about Leadership. Our students excel in various fields and also lead throughout their lives in the communities and organizations where they belong or work our learning model, campus, initiatives and alumni network combine to develop and focus the leadership abilities of our students.
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