INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS

 

Laurels in the Global Online Climate Cartoon Contest organized by the Choithram Group of Educational Institutions, Indore, India

February 19, 2026

In the Global Online Climate Cartoon Contest organized by the Choithram Group of Educational Institutions, Indore, India on the theme “The World from the Eyes of Our Speechless Friends” under SDG 13: Climate Action, Nirvi Dhoot (Grade 5) received the Certificate for Best Creative Expression in Category 1 (Grades 4–6).

Her thoughtful creativity and compassionate perspective toward the environment truly reflects the spirit of young changemakers working for a better and more sustainable planet.

Laurels in the International F1 Racing to the Moon with Global Lighthouse Studios

February 13, 2026

We’re proud to celebrate our students’ participation in the international F1 Racing to the Moon with Global Lighthouse Studios, with selected finalists featured in the Lady Rocket online art gallery showcasing student creativity connected to space and exploration.

Here is the link to the F1 Racing to the Moon Finalists Link to art slideshow

Slide 3: Hridayaa Ektare

Slide 5: Samarth Totlani

Laurels in Elites International Creative Writing Contest, organised by the International School of Elite Education (ISEE), Cairo, Egypt

February 10,2026

In the Elites International Creative Writing Contest, organised by the International School of Elite Education (ISEE), Cairo, Egypt Jas Wadhwani (Grade 5) secured First Place in Level 1 (Grades 4 & 5) and Anvi Jain (Grade 8) received an Honourable Mention in Level 4 (Grades 11 & 12). They submitted original fictional pieces that showcased their imagination, story telling abilities and expressive writing skills.

Laurels in International Pen Pals Contest organised by SMK Mahang School and Ministry of Education, Malaysia

December 11,2025

In the International Pen Pals Contest organized by SMK Mahang School and the Ministry of Education, Malaysia (which comprised three rounds – writing of letters, preparing a documentary on an allotted SDG, impromptu question answer round on the SDG allotted to the school) following students of CSMB grade IX were awarded.

Tanvi Mohta : Silver Award

Manvi Dubey: Bronze Award

Kirti Malviya : Bronze Award

More than 1200 students across Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Turkey, Japan and India participated in this contest. Congratulations to all the winners!

Laurels at the International Queens’ Commonwealth Essay writing contest organized by the Royal Commonwealth Society

November 18, 2025

In the International Queens’ Commonwealth Essay writing contest organized by the Royal Commonwealth Society, Shivansh Malviya, Soha Falaq of grade X and Anmol Shrivastava of grade XII received the Gold Award. Sandhi Jhawar of grade X, Avisha Shrivastava of grade XI, Samarth Bhandari, Vivaan Mirchandani, Swadhi Sukhtankar of grade XII secured the Silver Award whereas Pihu Moghe, Pratyusha Singh of grade X, Jiya Jain of grade XI and Rida Pathan of grade XII received the Bronze Award.

Laurels in Global Slogan Writing Contest organised by JBCN International School Borivali, Mumbai

October 30,2025

Hridaya Ektare was recognized as one of the top 5 winners in the Global Slogan Writing Contest organized by JBCN International School, Borivali, Mumbai on the theme “Skills Shape My Future”, in celebration of World Youth Skills Day. Certificate was given.

Laurels in the World Inclusion Congress 2025

October 30,2025

Manasvi Patangia and Hridaya Ektare of Grade 9 along with Ms. Surabhi Shastri represented India and Choithram School at the World Inclusion Congress 2025 in Almaty, Kazakhstan organized by IFIP and HOPE Foundation participating as key note speakers and in panel discussions.

Choithram Group Represents India at the World Inclusion Congress 2025

October 15 to 17 , 2025

Delegates from Choithram Group of Educational Institutions proudly participated in the World Inclusion Congress 2025, held from October 15 to 17, 2025 in Almaty, Kazakhstan, organized by the International Forum of Inclusion Practitioners (IFIP) in collaboration with the Hope Foundation (Help Others Pursue Education). Themed “Setting the Global Agenda for Inclusion,” the event brought together educators, leaders, and inclusion advocates from across the world. Mr. Rajesh Awasthi, Director of Choithram Group of Educational Institutions; Ms. Surabhi Shastri, Counsellor at Choithram School; and students Manasvi Patangia and Hridya Ektare of Grade IX of Choithram School actively contributed through keynote addresses and panel discussions, reflecting Choithram Group’s dedication to inclusive and holistic education.

Mr. Rajesh Awasthi delivered an impactful keynote on “Transforming Pedagogy to Support Social and Emotional Well-Being – A Practical Study of Choithram School, India” showcasing the institution’s innovative practices that integrate inclusion into every aspect of learning. Ms. Surabhi Shastri in her keynote titled “Helping Young Minds Build Resilience, Develop Emotional Self-Regulation and Create Their Own Mental Health First Aid,” emphasized the need to nurture emotional well-being and self-awareness in schools. Manasvi Patangia in her keynote spoke on “Students’ Voices – Experiences, Challenges and Opportunities in Inclusion,” highlighting collaboration, empathy, and peer support among learners. Participating in panel discussions, Hridya Ektare and Manasvi Patangia contributed to “The Voice and Call of Youth,” stressing the role of young changemakers in building inclusive learning environments. Manasvi also shared her insights in the panel discussion on “Raising Expectations and Unlocking Potential in the Post-Secondary Education System,” Ms. Surabhi Shastri in her panel discussion on “Integration of Psychological Support and Educational Practices: The Path to Effective Learning and Well-Being” emphasized the crucial role of emotional and psychological well-being in fostering effective learning environments. The delegates shared real-life examples of Choithram School’s inclusive initiatives, inspiring participants with their awareness, confidence, and global perspective.

Recognition from Royal Commonwealth Society for Judging the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition

September 14, 2025

Ms. Raminder Mac , Dean Internationalism ESU, Ms. Dipti Telang , HOD English Department , Ms. Sangeeta Gupta , Ms. Santosh Joshi , Ms. Meenu Pandit , Ms. Kuldeep Kaur Chhabra, Ms. Swati Manjrekar of the English department from Choithram School Manikbagh received recognition in the form of certificates for extending support as volunteer judge for The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025.

This year, there were an extraordinary number of entries from across the Commonwealth, with a notable increase from the Pacific and Caribbean regions. These growing contributions highlight the truly global reach and impact of the competition – providing young people everywhere with a platform to share their ideas, creativity, and perspectives on the world they live in.

Ms. Raminder Mac Selected as Global Facilitator for Climate Action Project for Fifth time

September 10, 2025

Ms. Raminder Mac, Dean – Internationalism, ESU has been selected as the Global Facilitator for the fifth time for the Climate Action Project pioneered by US-based Take Action Global. The six week project launching on September 29, 2025 will unite 5 million teachers and students across 167 countries.

Choithram School Selected as a Climate Action School for 2025–26 by the US-Based Organisation Take Action Global

September 1, 2025

Choithram School has been selected as a Climate Action School for the period 2025–26 by US-based Take Action Global. The programme, valued at US$ 9,800, has been awarded to the school at no cost. Our community of teachers and students will be engaging in a year-long plan of action joining with schools from around the world and leaders in sustainable development. This recognition strengthens our commitment to fostering environmental stewardship, sustainability, and global citizenship among our students.

Accolades in Ugandan International Conference at Kabojja International School

August 15, 2025

Our school video related to “What inclusion means to us” and how we foster inclusion in our school was showcased in front of international delegates, Ugandan Ministry of Education and international inclusion leaders at the opening ceremony of the Ugandan International Conference. Manasvi Patangia , Hridaya Ektare and Tushti Maheswari of grade 9th presented their views in the video. They were awarded certificates for their contribution and participation to establish change in education through fostering inclusivity.

Accolades in Online Speaking Contest organised by Sapel Education Centre and Myatmangalar Buddhist Culture Centre, Myanmar

May 25, 2025

In the Global Online Speaking Contest organised by Sapel Education Centre and Myatmangalar Buddhist Culture Centre, Myanmar, students from 24 schools across 8 countries participated. In the Storytelling Contest for students aged 7 to 10, Shanaya Puri of grade 3 secured the first position. In the Impromptu Talk for students aged 11 to 16, Manasvi Patangia of grade 9 also bagged the first position.

Congratulations to both students on their outstanding achievement!

Report of Online speaking contest Mayanmar

Outstanding Achievement in SOF ICO

May 25, 2025

Happy to share that Karanpreet Singh Chhabra of Class XII E, Choithram School, Manik Bagh, secured International Rank 2 in the 27th SOF International Commerce Olympiad. He will be honoured at the award ceremony in Delhi on May 25, 2025. Congratulations on this remarkable accomplishment!

Vivan Mirchandani Selected for Prestigious RSI-India Research Program

May 16, 2025

Vivan Mirchandani of Grade 12 of Choithram School, Manik Bagh, has been selected for the inaugural RSI-India program—an esteemed research initiative jointly organized by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), the Center for Excellence in Education (USA), and the Adani Group. This fully funded opportunity, which covers accommodation and living expenses, will run from June 15 to July 26 at IISc, Bengaluru. Out of thousands of applicants, only 35 students from across the country have been selected to participate. Vivan will be engaged in high-level research under the mentorship of leading scientists, contributing to cutting-edge scientific inquiry.

Global Internship Experience in Dubai

April 21 to April 30, 2025

Tithi Porwal of Choithram School Manik Bagh recently took part in a 10-day international internship program in Dubai, organized by Youvah, a platform that offers internships to high school students. The program, hosted by Italiacamp from April 21 to April 30, 2025, brought together 14 students from across India, guided by mentor Mr. Shubham Singla. Each day featured interactive sessions led by CEOs and founders of renowned companies like Penguinpass, focusing on topics such as artificial intelligence in business, marketing, sales, operations, and the role of the founder’s office. Students were given three tasks daily, encouraging them to apply their knowledge in practical, real-world situations. Tithi also learned how to pitch ideas effectively and participated in engaging activities designed to boost creativity and confidence. This unique opportunity not only enhanced her understanding of global business dynamics but also offered a transformative glimpse into the international corporate world, shaping her aspirations for the future.

Accolades in the Online ENO ART Guardian of Water Art Contest

March 27, 2025

Students of Choithram ESU excelled in the ENO ART Guardian of Water Art Contest, organized by Finland-based Environment Online (ENO) for grade 3 students, highlighting global water responsibility. Insiya Ratlumurle of CSMB was awarded The Honourable Mention for her skillful and visually expressive artwork. The contest saw 175 submissions from six countries including Finland, Italy, Slovenia, Ukraine and India. It aimed to inspire young artists to create water guardian characters, fostering a deeper appreciation and responsibility toward aquatic ecosystems.

Choithram School Emerges Global Winner in the Topical Talk Festival 2025 Organised by the UK-Based The Economist Educational Foundation

March 25, 2025

Choithram School emerged as the global winner in the Topical Talk Festival 2025 organised by the UK-based The Economist Educational Foundation competing against 150 classes from 19 countries. 34 students of our grade 7 & 8 participated in this seven-week long festival. Manvi Soni, Hardik Agarwal, and Prisha Jaiswal of grade 8 secured the 3rd, 4th, and 7th positions globally at the individual level.

Choithram Excels at The Sai Global Debate Competition

January 18, 2025

The Sai Global Debate Competition, organized by Sai International, was held online on January 18, 2025 witnessing participation from 28 schools worldwide. Students competed in Extempore, Turncoat, and Debate across senior and junior categories, with two rounds for each event.

Manasvi Patangia of Grade 8 secured the first position in Debate, earning the prestigious Best Debater Award. Kunjal Nehlani of Grade 7 received a Special Mention in Extempore for her outstanding performance. Choithram School Manik Bagh was honoured with the Best School Award, showcasing its excellence in debating skills and overall participation.

LAURELS IN THE INTERNATIONAL PEN PALS CONTEST

January 12, 2025

It is a matter of immense pride to share that Antra Srivastava of grade IX emerged as the Gold Award Winner in the International Pen Pals Contest organized by SMK Mahang School and the Ministry of Education, Malaysia. The contest witnessed participation from over 1100 students across Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, and India. Antra was the only student to receive the Gold Award in the contest. Sandhi Jhawar also from grade IX received the Bronze Award, shared with six other students.

At the school level, Choithram School, Manik Bagh (CSMB) proudly secured the Bronze Award.• Antra Srivastava secured 4th Runner Up position
Stage 2: MOST CREATIVE VIDEO
• Antra Srivastava secured 3rd Runner Up position
THE BEST PRESENTER
• Antra Srivastava secured 3rd Runner Up position
• Sandhi Jhawar secured 4th Runner Up position
Stage 3: ONLINE LIVE DISCUSSION
• Antra Srivastava was declared the Winner
• Sandhi Jhawar secured the 2nd Runner Up position.

 

Laurels in Leadership for Change Prize by the UK-based Economist Foundation in partnership with Rolex.

November 25, 2025

The Hydro Grow project, conceptualized by Yashovardhan Singh, Ronak Maheshwari, and Vyoma Sharma of grade 9 has been shortlisted as one of the 10 projects for the final round of the Leadership for Change Prize by the UK-based Economist Foundation in partnership with Rolex.
This recognition is especially significant, as the organizers received over 500 project submissions representing more than 10,000 students from over 23 countries. Following this, their project, along with the other shortlisted entries, will be evaluated by expert judges in the final round.

Choithram Students Shine at Virtual United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change 2024

November 19, 2024

Vivan Mirchandani of grade 11 received the Award for Best Delegate and Ayan Dagaonkar of grade 11 received the Verbal Commendation Award in Virtual United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change 2024 organised by Yang Mei Senior High School, Taiwan on November 19, 2024. The Convention centred on the Theme: In Solidarity for a Green World witnessed participation from schools in Taiwan, Philippines, Thailand, Turkey and India. During the two-hour conference, students stepped into the shoes of global leaders, researchers, and changemakers, diving into key climate topics: Climate Finance and the NCQG Problem, Global Carbon Credit System, Loss and Damage Fund and National Adaptation Plans (NAPs).Despite being new to MUN-style activities, students of Yang Mei Senior High School, Taiwan took on roles as chairs, motion presenters, and delegates with élan.

https://youtu.be/llb1xZh0FqQ?si=MJEfXkxXJQk_yIup

Outstanding Achievement in Cine and Photography Orlandista Festival Organised by Orlando Hguita Rojas School, Colombia

September 4, 2024

Choithram School has won the prestigious Best International Short Film Award and Best Poster Award at the Cine and Photography Orlandista Festival, organized by Orlando Higuita Rojas School, Colombia. The award-winning short film, created by Choithram students Arin Jain, Rounak Bachawat, Vaidika Sharma (Grade 12), and Purav Chimnani (Grade 11), focused on the pressing issue of Climate Change and highlighted actionable solutions to mitigate its environmental impact.
The festival encouraged the educational community to reflect on environmental challenges, promoting sustainable practices through the creation and exhibition of short films. The success of Choithram School’s team not only emphasizes the school’s commitment to environmental awareness but also inspires others to take meaningful steps towards the protection and preservation of our natural world for future generations.

Ms. Raminder Mac Selected as Global Facilitator for Climate Action Project

August 30, 2024

Ms. Raminder Mac, Dean – Internationalism, ESU has been selected as the Global Facilitator for the fourth time for the Climate Action Project pioneered by US-based Take Action Global. The six week project launching on September 30, 2024 will unite 5 million teachers and students across 167 countries.

Accolades in OxfordMUN India 2024

August 12, 2024

At OxfordMUN India 2024, held at FLAME University, Pune, and organized by MU20 School of Opportunity, five students from Choithram School showcased their exceptional debating, diplomacy, and negotiation skills from August 9 to 11, 2024. Unlike other MUNs, delegates were prohibited from reading directly from their laptops and mobile phones. The Committees were chaired by alumni and graduates of Oxford University, UK.

The following students received awards:

Vivan Mirchandani (Grade 11): Outstanding Delegate in SOCHUM Committee

Aviraj Singh Dhaliwal (Grade 12): Honourable Mention in UNEP Committee

Aziz Safdari (Grade 12): Best Position Paper in WHO Committee

Choithram School Achieves Prestigious Skills Builder Gold Award

August 7, 2024

Choithram School has been awarded the esteemed Skills Builder Gold Award by the UK-based Skills Builder Partnership. This recognition celebrates the school’s exceptional commitment to building essential skills in its students. Over the past year, the teachers of the school worked tirelessly to integrate the eight essential skills—Listening, Speaking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Staying Positive, Aiming High, Leadership, and Teamwork—into their curriculum from Montessori to Grade 12. The students actively engaged in various skill-building activities, including teamwork projects, problem-solving challenges, creative assemblies, and leadership exercises. The Global Skills Leader of this programme in the school, Ms. Raminder Mac said, “This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff and students. It reflects our commitment to fostering essential skills that empower our students to thrive in the future.”

Laurels at the International Queens’ Commonwealth Essay writing contest organized by the Royal Commonwealth Society

May 2024

In the International Queens’ Commonwealth Essay writing contest organized by the Royal Commonwealth Society, Vanshita Agarwal of grade ten and Swadhi Sukhtankar of grade eleven bagged the silver award while Soha Khan of grade nine, Sanika Jain of grade ten, Archisha Sikdar, Rida Pathan of grade eleven and Tanay Mukherji of grade twelve received the Bronze Award.

Choithram School Notches First Spot in Asia

April 30, 2024

Choithram School was ranked first in Asia, first in the 15+ age group and fifth at the global level in the Topical Talk Festival organized by the UK-based Economist Educational Foundation. Students from 300 classrooms from 19 countries participated in this ten week Festival engaging in global discussions on top news stories and global issues with their peers. Nikita Gandhe of grade 11 was placed seventh in Asia. Additonally Nikita Gandhe, Khwaish Ghanani, Naman Navlani of grade 12, Ananya Singh Falodiya and Aarav Maheshwari of grade 10 notched the third, fourth, seventh, ninth and tenth place in the 15+ age group. Dieva Rochlani and Daksha Sharma were winners of weekly competitions.

Choithram School Emerges Global Winner in the Topical Talk Festival 2025 Organised by the UK-Based The Economist Educational Foundation

March 25, 2025

Choithram School emerged as the global winner in the Topical Talk Festival 2025 organised by the UK-based The Economist Educational Foundation competing against 150 classes from 19 countries. 34 students of our grade 7 & 8 participated in this seven-week long festival. Manvi Soni, Hardik Agarwal, and Prisha Jaiswal of grade 8 secured the 3rd, 4th, and 7th positions globally at the individual level.

Choithram School Achieves Gold Level Award For Its School Business Enterprise

February 24, 2023

Choithram School has achieved Gold Award Level in the School Enterprise Challenge 2022, an international contest run by UK based charity Teach a Man to Fish. The school received the award in recognition for planning, setting up, running an innovative school business and its contribution to developing business and practical skills amongst students.

As a part of the business enterprise ‘Good Earth’, students of the business team sold handicrafts from recycled material, compost from dry leaves and saplings from flower cuttings; all prepared in the school. The products were sold during the sales events organized in the school during Parent Teacher Meetings. The profits generated were used for gifting solar lamps to the villagers of Gram Shukrawasa.

Global Session Moderated by Choithramians With Élan

January 13, 2023

Aziz Safdari, Deputy Head Boy, and TanayMukherji, School Prefect, served as moderators for the Global Session titled ‘Being the Best Self You Can Be’, which took place on January 13, 2023. Jennifer Johnson and Jan Frolic, co-founders of Captains and Poets were the facilitators of the session. Captains and Poets is a ground-breaking programme aimed at fostering self-awareness, connection, and empowerment in various settings, including home, school, and work environments. Through an interactive approach, the facilitators guided students from four continents to delve into their inner Captain and Poet, allowing them to fully embrace their most authentic selves and realize their true potential. This initiative to empower the youth was organized by Globally Empowered, a UK-based organization that provides opportunities for young individuals to host, moderate, and speak at sessions. Aziz and Tanayskillfully conducted the session, receiving appreciation from both the facilitators and JasmaneFrans, the Founder of Globally Empowered.

Choithraman Emerges Runner-Up in a Global Contest Exploring the Topic, ‘For me, Learning a Language is….’

October 17, 2023

Dieva Rochlani of grade 9 emerged runner-up in a global contest organised by UK based Global Schools Alliance wherein students could submit a presentation, slide, artwork, video, or any creative work exploring the topic, ‘For me, learning a language is….’ Amongst the 550 entries received from around the world, Dieva’s remarkable poem captivated the judges. As a reward for her outstanding accomplishment, she will receive an Amazon gift card worth 25 pounds.

Choithramians Achieve Laurels in Poetry Writing Contest Related to SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

September 26, 2023

Choithram School students of grade 9 to 12 participated in a collaborative project titled ‘Poems for Peace’ (related to UNSDG 16) initiated by Douglas County School District, Colorado, US and US based Global Lighthouse Studios. The poems were evaluated by US writers – Hiram Larew, Brian Donnell, James and Linda Dickman. Poems written by Bhakti Sharma and Ojaswini Trivedi of grade 9 received Honourable Mention in Poetry Excellence and Emotional Resonance.

Research Papers Published by School Student

September 9, 2023

Nishita Raghavendra, a grade 12 student, has recently published two research papers in the fields of computer science and astrophysics. The first paper, titled ‘Impact of Language on Sorting Algorithms: An Empirical Study,’ was published in the International Journal of Computer Science Trends and Technology (IJCST) in July 2023. The second paper, titled ‘Exploring Light Bending near Black Holes: Visualizing the Knowledge’, was published in the International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews in August 2023. Nishita’s publication of two research papers highlights her exceptional aptitude for research and her academic prowess is commendable. We hope her passion for research will continue to thrive in the future.

Choithram School Has Been Selected for the Fully-Funded UK-Based Skills Builder Global Accelerator Programme

Choithram School is one of the six schools in the country to be selected for the fully-funded UK-Based Skills Builder Global Accelerator Programme 2023-24. The Global Accelerator programme will be implemented in the school for all classes from Montessori to grade 12 for the period September 2023 – July 2024. It will encompass a strategy for building eight essential skills amongst the students viz. Listening, Speaking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Staying Positive, Aiming High, Leadership and Teamwork.

The programme will:
• Equip teachers with the knowledge, tools and resources to build students’ essential skills
• Give students the language to talk about their essential skills with confidence
• Provide opportunities for students to learn, practice and apply their skills
• Achieve recognition for good practice for the school through the Skills Builder Award (Bronze/Silver/Gold Award)

The school was selected on the basis of a rigorous application process followed by an interview with the UK based organisers.

Choithram School Achieves Gold Level Award For Its School Business Enterprise

February 24, 2023

Choithram School has achieved Gold Award Level in the School Enterprise Challenge 2022, an international contest run by UK based charity Teach a Man to Fish. The school received the award in recognition for planning, setting up, running an innovative school business and its contribution to developing business and practical skills amongst students.

As a part of the business enterprise ‘Good Earth’, students of the business team sold handicrafts from recycled material, compost from dry leaves and saplings from flower cuttings; all prepared in the school. The products were sold during the sales events organized in the school during Parent Teacher Meetings. The profits generated were used for gifting solar lamps to the villagers of Gram Shukrawasa.

School Student’s Artwork Displayed at the National José Martí Library in Havana (Cuba)

January 31, 2023

Archit Malviya’s artwork was selected for display at the National José Martí Library in Havana (Cuba). His outstanding artwork was also displayed during the 5th World Balance Conference from January 24 to 28, 2023 organised by the José Martí Project for World Solidarity along with UNESCO. 1100 delegates from 88 countries comprising diplomats, senior academicians, researchers, as well as prominent intellectuals witnessed his artwork and appreciated it. Further, his painting will also be exhibited in every province of Havana. His artwork portrayed the universal ideals that José Martí, a national hero of the Republic of Cuba stood for – Liberty, Democracy, Equality, Unity, Peace, Justice, and Education.

School Student Emerges Runner Up Of Launch Report in Enterprise Adventure App, a Global Contest

April 30, 2022

Archit Malviya of class XII is the runner up of the Launch Report in Enterprise Adventure App, a global contest organised by UK based charity Teach a Man to Fish, UK. He will also receive a prize worth USD $750. Archit set up a Bio-fertilizer business called ‘Sanjeevani’ and made the product ‘Amrut Jal’ using natural ingredients as compost instead of harmful chemicals which can harm animals and the environment. His product was scientifically proven and tested to have the effect of increasing the yield and the growth of the plants. He contacted farmers’ unions and botanical gardens to advertise his product, along with joining Facebook groups for gardening enthusiasts. He plans to spend the profit on doing more research and development of the product. Watch his video here:

https://www.facebook.com/EnterpriseAdventure/videos/460701275887613

School Student Receives Business Plan Runner-Up Award in Enterprise Adventure App, a Global Contest

April 30, 2022

Srishti Jaisinghani of class XII receives the Business Plan Runner-up Award in Enterprise Adventure App, a global contest organised by UK based charity Teach a Man to Fish, UK. She will also receive a prize worth USD $750. Srishti came up with an inspiring business plan ‘Moral Mate’, a revolutionary business that seeks to instil wisdom and values among children and try to steer them away from a digital life. As she was concerned by a declining sense of ethics amongst young people, exacerbated by COVID, she planned her business to teach morals and manners to young children through story books, fairy tales and fun characters. Watch her video here:

https://www.facebook.com/EnterpriseAdventure/videos/4604712886300888

Dean – International Affairs, Ms. Raminder Mac Declared as Regional Winner (East and South Asia) of the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award

April 23, 2021

The Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award is a global competition to recognise the hard work that teachers put in on a daily basis. Out of a total of 13,000 entries from 112 countries the jury selected six Regional Winners of which Raminder Mac, Dean – International Affairs was selected as the Regional Winner (East and South Asia). The jury comprised of an experienced panel of teachers, educational specialists, authors, as well as the University of Cambridge and Cambridge University Press board members. As part of the prize, she could choose up to INR 51,500 (approximately £500) of Cambridge University education books.

School Student Emerges Winner of Best Social Enterprise Plan in Enterprise Adventure App, a Global Contest

May 21, 2021

Charvi Gangwani of class XII is the winner of the Best Social Enterprise Plan in Enterprise Adventure App, one of the initiatives of Teach a Man to Fish, UK. She will get a voucher worth 800 US dollars. She competed with students all over the globe and emerged winner in the overall top award. Charvi set up a social enterprise called ‘Amygdala: Let the Mind Bloom’ – a virtual space to support young people who find themselves stressed or struggling mentally to connect with other young people, share interests and seek advice. Congratulations Charvi for achieving this feat!

School Students Win Accolades in Menage-A Virtual International Fest

February 14, 2021

While participating in Menage-A Virtual International Fest, a global event organised by City Montessori School, Rajendranagar Campus, Lucknow in the month of January 2021 our school students Rajveer Lalwani of class 4 and Nikita Gandhe of class 8 secured second position and second consolation prize in Biography – My Family Mentor and Kitchenette competitions.

School Student Receives Certificate of Excellence in a Global Online Blog/VLog Contest

February 4, 2021

Rudransh Kantharia of Class 12 bagged the Certificate of Excellence for his blog entry, titled – ‘The Peregrination of the Psyche’ in the LOCKDOWN DIARIES – ONLINE BLOG/VLOG COMPETITION orchestrated by the ReachIvy Foundation in the month of September 2020. It was an international contest where participants from across 4 continents including countries like Mauritius, Brazil, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, India and more participated. The entries were adjudicated by ReachIvy experts from Harvard, Stanford, Cornell and other top global universities.

School Student Selected in the Student Advisory Panel of World’s Largest Lesson, UK Based Organisation

January 20, 2021

Deval Maheshwari, student of class 10 was selected in the Student Advisory Panel of World’s Largest Lesson, UK based organisation that promotes use of the Sustainable Development Goals in learning so that children can contribute to a better future for all in the month of January 2021 along with other students from Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Ghana, Italy, Jordan, Mexico, New Zealand, Nigeria, Pakistan, Romania, Spain, UK, Ukraine and USA. World’s Largest Lesson works in partnership with UNICEF to promote use of the Sustainable Development Goals in learning so that children can contribute to a better future for all.

Choithram School Selected as One of the 100 Schools All Over the Globe or participating in T4 World Education Week’s Global Showcase

October 9, 2020

Choithram School was one of the 100 schools selected from all over the globe for participating in T4 World Education Week’S Global Showcase (World’s biggest education conference) to share their learning and expertise to a huge online audience on October 9, 2020. Choithram School students and teachers shared their best practices on the theme ‘Building Skills For Life Through Experiential Entrepreneurship Education’ on October 9, 2020 and were proud to partner with UK based charity Teach a Man to Fish. The event was recorded and is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAvBodyMz38
Choithram School’s principal Mr. Rajesh Awasthi was joined by two current grade 12 students, Dhruvi Nagpal and Nandini Bhachawat, a school alumnus Jyeshtha Mishra and the Dean – International Affairs at Choithram School, Ms. Raminder Mac. The event was moderated by Christophe Walder, a Senior Programmes Officer at the international education charity Teach A Man To Fish.

During the one-hour panel with an audience of over 700 people, the panelists presented how experiential entrepreneurship education at Choithram School equips students with the set of competencies and skills they need to succeed in life and at work. They presented the school’s Entrepreneurship Club ‘E-Cell’, and the school business ‘Good Earth’, which has been running since 2014 as part of Teach A Man To Fish’s School Enterprise Challenge programme. Mr. Rajesh Awasthi spoke about how entrepreneurial activities in the school viz. Entrepreneurship Cell, Campus Company and Business Enterprise promote work readiness amongst the students and help students to grow their life skills during their schooling years. Ms. Raminder Mac spoke about how these entrepreneurial activities are used as tools that are built directly into academic subjects. Jyeshtha Mishra, who was President of the E-Cell and the General Manager of the ‘Good Earth’ school business shared how these practical experiences equipped her with skills for the 21st century. Dhruvi Nagpal, who is the current President of the E-Cell and the General Manager of the ‘Good Earth’ shared how being part of experiential programmes enabled her to become an effective leader. Nandini Bhachawat, member of the Entrepreneurship Cell and school’s business, ‘Good Earth’ spoke about how these projects impacted her outlook on life and promoted active citizenship.

Dean – International Affairs, Ms. Raminder Mac Emerges First Runner Up in a Global Contest

October 4, 2020

The project titled ‘Ending the Silence Around Mental Health’ submitted by Ms. Raminder Mac,Dean – International Affairs in an international contest organized by T4, UK and Take Action Global, US based charity was declared second on October 4, 2020 . The teachers were encouraged to share practical ideas on how they could accelerate progress on the 17 UNSDGs. Her project encompassed discussion of causes and effects of stress by class 12 students in collaboration with Hasbaya Public High School, partner school of Choithram School in Lebanon, followed by germination of the idea of Amygdala, a global student led virtual forum by school students to help adolescents achieve psychological resilience and organization of international webinars by them. The award carried with it a prize amount of US$3000.

Choithram School Team Wins Long Lasting Impact Award in YuWaah Youth Challenge # ImaginationUnlimited

August 29, 2020

In the YuWaah Youth Challenge # ImaginationUnlimited pioneered by Design for Change – UNICEF team, Choithram School team won the Long Lasting Impact Award. Choithram School’s project titled ‘Amygdala: Let The Mind Bloom!’ competed with over 1000+ projects from all over the country. Charvi Gangwani, Nandini Bhachawat, Jigyasa Jain, Ishita Rochlani and Naivedhyay Mahajan of class 12 and Shrut Jain of class 10 were members of Choithram team.

Their project focused on mental health of adolescents which has been neglected, stigmatised, and overlooked. Students are not taught to handle such breakdowns and these topics are often less talked about. Being teenagers themselves, they empathised and identified with what their peers and friends were going through. They came up with a virtual forum through which they wished to eliminate this problem and create a society with healthy minds. With a global participation of over 200+ participants across 10 countries in the first international webinar organised by them, they were successful in bringing together adolescents and professionals from USA and South Korea on a common platform, promoting interconnectivity, comprehensive awareness regarding mental health issues and the stigma associated with it. Their collaboration with various student-led global organizations like The Scrunchie Project and SAMP Foundation has helped spread their message across all age groups.

Choithram School Wins International Award for its School Business Enterprise

February 22, 2020

UK charity Teach A Man To Fish announced Choithram School as a winner of the Best Annual Report (Gold Level) in India of School Enterprise Challenge 2019. The award carried with it a prize of $500. The school received the award in recognition of the exceptional school business planned in the school and its contribution to developing business and practical skills amongst students. More than 11,000 schools from over 107 countries participated in the contest this year: an international programme which supports students and teachers to plan, set up and run a school business.

As a part of the business enterprise ‘Good Earth’, students from Montessori to grade 10 prepared handicrafts from recycled material, compost from dry leaves and saplings from flower cuttings. The business team comprising of grade 11 and 12 students procured customised T-shirts and customised tea cups from a supplier outside the school. All these products were sold by the business team during the sales events organized in the school during Parent Teacher Meetings as well as outside the school viz., one catering to the Jain community and another organised with the help of the local Rotary Club. The profits generated were used for gifting story books and games for slum children near Bombay Hospital, stationery items for a local orphanage, food paper packets given with Robin Hood Army volunteers, geysers to inmates of Maa Kankeshwari Devi Old Age Home as well as solar lamps to villagers of Nayapura village who suffer from erratic power supply.