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All KSV team is thrilled to share with you some significant achievements and meaningful moments that took place between May and July. We hope that our August Newsletter will give you a glimpse into the exciting daily life at KSV.
Thanks for your continued support and engagement, we are glad to consider you as part of our KSV family. Best wishes from the KSV Team 💜
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Himanshu Roy Award Winners: Honouring Excellence and Achievements
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Santosh Rathod, one of our dedicated young tabla artists, and Pruthvi Sulgekar, a talented vocalist have been awarded the prestigious Himanshu Roy Award for Excellence in Music. Their dedication to Hindustani music was recognised during our Morning of Music program, with the awards presented by renowned vocalist Pandit Jayateerth Mevundi. This annual event was made possible thanks to the help of Preeti Vyas, CEO of Amar Chitra Katha, keeping Himanshu's dream alive.
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Kaveri’s Journey to Azim Premji University: A Tale of Dedication and Success |
After completing her academic journey at KSV, Kaveri Nayak has been accepted into the prestigious Azim Premji University. As an exemplary student, Kaveri excelled in both academics and performing arts, practising vocal and Kathak dance. Her hard work and dedication have paid off, and her achievements serves as a shining example for others students at KSV.
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Introducing Rupali, our New Head of Academic Department
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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Smt Rupali Avargerimath as the new Director of Academic Studies at Kalkeri Sangeet Vidyalaya for the new academic year. Rupali, hailing from Mudhol, Karnataka, holds an MA and M.Ed from Mysore University. She possesses a strong background in academics and social service, having taught at several renowned schools, bringing a wealth of expertise and experience.
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Rupali is passionate about holistic education and personal growth. She views her new role at KSV as an exciting and unique responsibility. Her dedication and experience will be invaluable as she strives to enhance our academic programs and support our mission of ensuring a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.
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An inspiring visit: Pandit Jayateerth Mevundi for our Morning of Music
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On June 30th, our Morning of Music program, sponsored by the Edelgive Foundation resonated with the soulful melodies of renowned vocalist Pandit Jayateerth Mevundi. This program is always a great opportunity for our students to showcase their talents and growth in their musical journey.
The collective performance of Pandit Ji and the artists captivated everyone’s attention, and inpsired both students and guests with their passion, skill and dedication.
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Health and Wellness Initiatives: Collaboration with Laval University, Canada
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Six interns from Laval Unviersity, Quebec, Canada, joined us for a three-month internship focused on various specials projects aimed at enhancing health and wellness.
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- Nutritional Education: Educating students and staff on balanced nutrition, focusing on the importance of proteins and fresh fruits and vegetables through customised workshops for all students and staff,
- Meal Plan Enhancement: Enhancing meal plans to increase protein and iron intake, incorporating fresh salads, and ensuring kitchen hygiene and safety.
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Holistic Health: Ayurvedic Care and Nursing Protocols
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- Promoting Ayurvedic Care: At the Bobo House and throughout the school, this includes training staff and providing necessary materials such as kettles, essential oils, and bowls for cold and cough care,
- Developing Nursing Protocols: These protocols aim to clarify care procedures, promote health, and enhance prevention of scabies and mumps, particularly among the children.
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- Preventing Musculoskeletal Pain: This includes workshops, educational posters, and exercise programs aimed at both students and staff,
- Supporting the Nurses: The interns has been responsible for treating neuromusculoskeletal injuries and preparing documents to assist future nurses in managing these injuries and related pain more effectively.
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Enhanced Waste Management System |
At KSV, we are promoting environmental sustainability through several initiatives. Our campus now features four sets of two dustbins dedicated to plastic & glass, and paper & cardboard to streamline the sorting of waste. We have upgraded our recycling area, transforming it into an organised space with ten bins for different types of waste, ensuring efficient recycling practices.
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We dedicated a full day to recycling awareness, starting with a Discovery & Development program in the morning, teaching the students the importance of recycling and the waste management processes. In the afternoon, we hosted a Green Time, with activities and educational games on recycling.
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Strenghtening Partnerships
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Our academic year started with a new partnership with Feeding India, a dedicated non-profit organization committed to eradicating hunger and improving malnutrition across India. This wonderful partnership is enabling us to provide four wholesome, home-cooked vegetarian meals each day to our 193 students, ensuring they receive the necessary nourishment to thrive academically and artistically.
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Their support has been pivotal, from setting up a computer lab and building new hostels to providing nutritious meals for the children in our care.
We are excited to announce the renewal of our partnership for another year. Their contribution will benefit our Student Welfare Department, supporting salaries, medical care, hostel needs, educational games and more.
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Make a Difference and become a Sponsor Today
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Support us through our Child Sponsorship Program and change a student's life. Your monthly contribution will provide unique benefits and foster a one-to-one connection. For more information, contact sponsor@ksv.org.in or click the button below ⬇️🌟👩👧👦
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