School Events at Nanded

School conducted an Assembly under the theme of Voting Awareness to educate future voters. It involves education on the structure of government, rights and duties of a citizen, constitution, judiciary etc. The Electoral Education can be made a part and parcel of civic education. It should be carried out through the schools and university system and using civil society organizations. In the assembly students performed various activities like motivational Prayer, song, thought of the day, new words etc to depict the importance of the day. Teacher also emphasized on the importance of Voting. The distinguished School Principal Hon'ble Dr. Malini Sen also motivated the students and gave valuable information through her speech.

PIS Nanded conducted a special assembly on the occasion 133 Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar & Baisakhi, a religious Festival celebrated together with zeal & enthusiasm.

Ambedkar Jayanti or Bhim Jayanti is observed on 14th April to commemorate the memory of B. R. Ambedkar, Indian politician and social reformer. It marks Ambedkar's birthday who was born on 14 April 1891. His birthday is also referred to as 'Equality Day'. He reportedly abolished the distinction between groups belonging to upper and lower castes and proclaimed that all people are created equal. And also Baisakhi is a religious festival as well as a harvest celebration for the Sikh community. Guru Gobind Singh founded the Khalsa, or "pure" Sikh community, on March 30, 1699. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen, Admin Officer Mr. Venkat Haridas Reddy & Leadership Team respectfully garlanded the portrait of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Students of Grade IX presented Motivational prayer, thought of the day and gave informative speeches to depict the importance of the day. Teachers also talked on the same topic. The Hon'ble Principal wished all the students & parents the Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar as well as the baisakhi festival Through her virtual speech.

School celebrated Eid-Ul-Fitr with great pomp and zeal. The special assembly was conducted by 3rd Standard students enthusiastically. Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated worldwide on varying days, contingent upon the sighting of the crescent moon, indicating the commencement of the Shawwal month in the lunar Islamic calendar. This festival marks the conclusion of the fasting month of Ramadan.

The students performed motivational prayer, thoughts of the day and depicted not only the importance of 'Fasting' but also the significance of Zakat and Sadaqah in the assembly. teachers also talked on the same topic. The School Principal Dr. Malini Sen also wished Happy Eid to all the Students, Parents, stakeholders of Podar Family & staff through her virtual address.

With much zest and enthusiasm, School began the 2024–25 academic year. Students in grade X led an assembly on the first day of the Session. During the assembly, students showcased inspirational prayer songs, daily thoughts, and more. Dr. Malini Sen, the Honorable Principal, and the Leadership Team adorning the statue of Goddess Saraswati. The Honorable Principal greeted each student and inspired them with wise remarks. The teacher also discussed the subject.

School organised a beautiful morning assembly on the theme ‘Summer Season’. Students of Grade IX presented Motivational prayer, thought and gave informative speech regarding dos & don’ts during summer season . Teachers also delivered their guidance on how to take care during the summer season . Assembly concluded with few announcements and winners were felicitated by Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen.

Mast. Abhiraj Bhosale - 2 A,
Miss. Sparsh Agrawal - 2 B,
Mast. Prasanna Hongunte - 5 C,
Mast. Vishal Kadam - 6 C,
Mast. Shivraj Bhosale - 8 E,
Miss. Samruddhi Tribhuwan - 6 D,
Mast. Ruturaj Lokde - 7

These students are felicitated for 100% Attendance in the academic year 2023-24. Our Singing Group who participated in Inter School ( Latur Hub) Quire Singing Competition got First Prize.

The Names are -
Miss. Avanti Takalkar - 8 E
Miss. Sanchi Khandare - 8D
Miss. Kalyani Amilkanthwar - 7C
Miss. Ananya Bhaware - 7C
Miss. Anushka Ajane - 7C
Miss. Sanchi Kendre - 7E
Miss. Vidhi Chate - 7E
Miss. Saumya Jadhav - 6D
miss. Aradhya Suryavanshi - 6C
Miss. Sanchi Kamble - 6E.

Our Art Teachers are also appreciated for Implementing new Art curriculum in Academic Year 2024-25 By Distinguished Principal Madam.

School conducted Jumpstart Activity Under the Theme of ‘Ink and Imagination’ for grade I to X. These activities are designed to surprise the students, evoke their imagination and engage them in the upcoming theme from the start. It also provides a common platform so that every student has some experience to draw from, as he/she progresses through the unit.

The focus of the theme - ‘Ink and Imagination’ is to enlighten the students about the importance of comics as a means of communication and self-expression. The students will learn about the different genres of comics like Humor, Sci-fi, Fantasy and Action and so on…

School has conducted a Special Assembly On "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti" i.e. celebrated on February 19 every year to honour the contributions of the great warrior king in reviving the Maratha Empire and to pay tribute to his rich legacy. The first Chhatrapati and the great Maratha warrior was born in Pune's Shivaneri Fort in 1630. Mainly the state of Maharashtra celebrates the birth anniversary of its one of the bravest and wise monarchs of India. Grade VII Students presented Skit, Songs, Dance, thoughts etc through the assembly. Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande gave valuable guidance to the students through his speech. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen appreciated the students for their performances. Here are some snapshots. The presence of the Chief Guest, Mr. Ravindra B. Kamble, Principal of Kalamaharshi Tryambak Vasekar Chitrakala Mahavidyalaya, Nanded honoured the occasion.

School Organized an Art Exhibition under the Theme of "Art in Focus" – where every piece tells a story of inspiration, learning, and creativity. Step into a world where education meets imagination – our annual art exhibition! Created by students, teachers, and school staff, this event is more than just a display; it's a canvas for students to express their creativity and understanding of art's core elements.

Happening right within our school walls, this exhibition explores the 7 elements of art, from lines to colours, showcasing not just technical skills but the unique perspectives of each student. Beyond aesthetics, we emphasise process-driven art, and parent education while weaving eco-conscious themes into the event.

This exhibition is not just about art; it's a connection point. We're reaching out to parents and the local community, inviting them to witness the growth of their children and appreciate the impact of art education.

School Organised A House Competition Under the Theme of SIGNIFICANT PEOPLE - Characters and Events that Changed the World. School is an introduction to the greater world in many ways, including becoming active citizens in one’s local community and beyond. In this module, the house competition is one such step to encourage students to become ambassadors in their local communities and work actively to educate the local community through the Display Board. In which every House prepared their Soft board creatively.

Standard 1st to 8th students from all the houses participated in the competition. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen inaugurated the event & Appreciated the students' effort.

Annual Function Day 2 - The most awaited program for all Students and Parents..!! Podar International School #Nanded celebrated its 12th Annual Function with zeal and enthusiasm. The Annual Day theme for Grade V - IX was “KARMAYOGI". The function included dance as well as skits. The students won the hearts of all the stakeholders by displaying various colors of art. General Manager Mr. Prasad Ponkshe (Latur Hub), Mr. Prashant Digraskar (Education Officer, ZP Nanded), Mr. Dilip Bansode ( Deputy Education Officer), Mr. Vinaykumar Upadhyay (Principal, PIS Hingoli), Mr. Nitin Naner (Administrative Officer, PIS Hingoli) were the chief guests of the function. Distinguished Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen Welcomed the Chief Guests and Felicitated the students who got Laurels success in CBSE Board Examination 2023. The school authorities were quite elated by the number of guests who turned up to witness the function. Thus it proved that an annual function is not just an event but a priceless moment. Here are some glimpses.

Annual Function Day 1 - The most awaited program for all Students and Parents..!! Podar International School #Nanded celebrated its 12th Annual Function with zeal and enthusiasm. The Annual Day theme for Grade I - IV was “Navaras". The function included dance as well as skits. The students won the hearts of all the stakeholders by displaying various colors of art. General Manager Mr. Prasad Ponkshe (Latur Hub), Mr. Giridhar Reddy (Principal, PIS Latur), Mr. Kirti Kumar Deshmukh ( Principal, PIS Ambejogai), Mr. Sudarshan Khange (Principal, PIS Parbhani), Ms. Raveena ( Head Office, Asst. Manager Account Dept.), Ms. Yogini Sanap (Accountant, Head Office), Mr. Nana Saheb Kulkarni (Administrative Officer, PIS Parbhani), Mr. N.G. Kamble (Retd. Education Officer) were the chief guests of the function . Distinguished Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen Welcomed the Chief Guests. The school authorities were quite elated by the number of guests who turned up to witness the function. Thus it proved that an annual function is not just an event but a priceless moment. Here are some glimpses.

School proudly participated in "Pariksha Pe Charcha 2024" - an insightful initiative by Ministry of Education, with Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi ji.

Our classrooms buzzed with excitement as students, teaching, and non-teaching staff tuned in for the live telecast on January 29, 2024, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM.

Key takeaways:

• The vital role of teachers in facilitating, not just doing a job.
• Embrace a technology-free hour for a balanced lifestyle.
• Apply school learning in daily life.
• Overcome the fear of failure, keep moving forward.
• Students gained valuable lessons, and PM Modi's motivating words urged them to 'do hard work smartly.'
• The event showcased the cultural diversity of our nation, uniting students from every corner. A proud moment for Podar International School!

School conducted a special assembly on the 127th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose. A great leader and an inspiring nationalist with defiant patriotism for the country, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose led the Indian National Army to form alliances against the British during World War II. Bose authored the book 'The Indian Struggle' which covers the Indian independence movement from 1920 to 1942. The book was banned by the British government. He coined the term 'Jai Hind'. His charisma and powerful personality inspired many people into the freedom struggle and continues to inspire Indians. Motivational Prayer, Songs, Thought for The Day & Skit Based on The Theme were Performed by the students of grade II. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen & Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande Respectfully Garlanded the portrait of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose & motivated the students by her valuable words. Teacher also Talked on the same.

School organized an Assembly & Parivartan Awareness Drive under the theme of 'Be the change to bring the change'. Initiated by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) & The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is organizing National Road SafetyMonth from 15th January 2024 – 14th February 2024 in order to create awareness among the general public to improve the safety on road. The School invited Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector at Nanded, Saili Shankarwar and Netra Shind as guests to provide guidance about Road safety, addressing students' queries, explaining road signs, signalling while driving, and appropriate driving age. The initiative aimed to instill comprehensive training in traffic regulation, first aid, fire fighting, and civil defense, nurturing responsible citizens. Students participated in a rally, displaying placards on road safety, traffic rules, and compliance through street plays. The students interacted with the people in and around their school localities & were aware about it. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen emphasized the significance of such activities for shaping future citizens.

School celebrated the Birth Anniversary of Rajmata Jijau ji or Jijau Mata. She was born on January 12th , 1598 at Sindkhed Raja in Buldhana district. The day is commemorated every year as Rajmata Jijau Jayanti, honouring her for her role in shaping Shivaji Maharaj's life, the strong upbringing she gave him, and how it helped him become the great leader of the Maratha empire.

And also School Celebrated the Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekanand ji. He was born on January 12, 1863. Swami Vivekanand ji was a key figure in introducing Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world. This day is also observed as National Youth Day, recognizing the profound impact Swami Vivekananda had on the youth and his timeless teachings that continue to inspire generations. His teachings emphasized the importance of spirituality, tolerance, and the youth's role in nation-building. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen Respectfully Garlanded the portrait of Rajmata Jijau ji & Swami Vivekanand ji with Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande & Leadership team.

School held a special assembly to celebrate Christmas Day with great fervor and excitement. Students in grades IV and V performed skits, song, dance, and other performances that reflected the significance of the day. Christians everywhere celebrate Christmas with great fervor and grandeur, as it is a holiday of joy and happiness. Jesus Christ's birth anniversary is celebrated on this day. December 25 is the day when Christmas is observed each year. Students were inspired by the Vice Principal. Mr. Ajay Pharande Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen inspired the children with her message, wishing Merry Christmas to all of the staff, parents, and students.

The educational training on the National Education Policy 2020 was successfully conducted at Podar International School in Nanded. The training organized by CBSE New Delhi and CBSE Center of Excellence, Pune, witnessed the enthusiastic participation of teachers and presence of Mrs. Sundari Subramaniam, Principal of Sanjeevani International School in Shirdi, Ahmednagar, and Dr. Sonali Balwatkar, Principal of Akshara International School in Pune.

During this event, teachers received guidance on the implementation of the new National Education Policy, addressing current challenges in the education sector. Teachers from Podar International School also actively contributed to the discussions.

Topics covered included the restructuring of school curricula and pedagogy, early childhood care and education, fundamental literacy and ensuring universal access to education at all levels. Experts discussed the importance of teacher guidance in areas like new teaching methods, multilingualism, language proficiency, curriculum development, and the integration of local resources.

The training was graced by the presence of Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen and Mr. Ajay Pharande, Vice-Principal, along with expert mentors.

Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen emphasized the need for awareness among teachers about the new National Education Policy and their effective implementation. She expressed confidence that these standards would positively impact education in India on a global scale.

The training was attended by school administrators, Mr. Haridas Reddy, Mr. Govindasai Makwana, Senior Coordinator Mr. Jagannath Dhere, Middle School Coordinator Ms. Reena Nair, Primary School Coordinator Ms. Meenakshi Iyar, and all teaching staff.

The 12th Annual Sports Day "Ashwamedh 2.0" was joyfully and enthusiastically celebrated At School, Scouts from all across the school were playing a variety of sports on the grounds. The school organized the event in two shifts for the sports day. Students in Grades V To IX took part in the Second shift. To add some spice, there were a variety of races and relays, workouts, dances, tug-of-war, karate, and march pasts. The presence of excited parents enlivened and inspired the young children to act with vigor. During the memorable day, our Chief Guest Deputy Superintendent Police Mr. Suraj Gurav, gave a message to parents and students about the importance of sports in today's world. our esteemed General Manager Hon'ble Mr. Prasad Ponkshe and Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen gave best wishes to all the participating students through their respective speech. And also the presence of Hon'ble Principal Mr. Sudarshan Khagane (PIS Parbhani), Administrative Officer Mr. Nana Kulkarni ( PIS Parbhani) as the chief guest added to the splendor of the event. Here are Some snapshots of Shift 2!

The 12th Annual Sports Day "Ashwamedh 2.0" was joyfully and enthusiastically celebrated At School, Scouts from all across the school were playing a variety of sports on the grounds. The school organized the event in two shifts for the sports day. Students in Grades I To IV took part in the first shift. To add some spice, there were a variety of races and relays, workouts, dances, tug-of-war, karate, and march pasts. The presence of excited parents enlivened and inspired the young children to act with vigor. During the memorable day, Deputy Commissioner of GST Mr. Nilesh Shewalkar the Chief Guest and gave a message to parents and students about the importance of sports in today's world. our esteemed General Manager Hon'ble Mr. Prasad Ponkshe and Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen gave best wishes to all the participants students through their respective speech. Here are Some snapshots of Shift 1!

School Organised Donation Drive Campaign 0.2 Under The Guidance Of Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen & Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande. The children of class 1 to 5 donated items that are useful in daily life i.e. Wheat, Rice, Moongdal, Toor Dal, Onion, Potato, etc. Students of 6th to 8th standard donated Detergent soap, Bathing soap, Shampoo, Hair Oil, Hand Towel, Cold Cream, Candle, Etc. 9th and 10th standard students donated Any Foodgrain, Biscuits, etc and donated to the students of Suman Childrens home for Orphan Girls as well as Matoshree Vruddhashram and Sneh Senior Citizens Home For 50 elders Women's Asola, Parbhani by Our Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen. All the students of the school participated enthusiastically in this activity and contributed to this social work. School is a replica of society. Just as the school gives direction to the society, it also contributes significantly in changing the condition of the society. Such activities are motivating and guiding to liquidate the social sensibilities and social consciousness of the students.

School extends heartfelt thanks to all the students, parents, and guardians who made our Open House a resounding success! Your presence and enthusiasm were truly inspiring.

At the Open House, we had the chance to showcase our facilities, curriculum, and the many opportunities our school offers. It was a pleasure to see so many eager faces and answer your questions. Our journey to educational excellence continues, and we're excited to have you all on board. Thank you for being a part of our school's success story!

Special gratitude goes to our distinguished Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen and Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande. Their leadership and support were instrumental in making this event a triumph. We appreciate their dedication to our school community.

On the occasion of Navratri, School had a special assembly. Seventh graders showcased a variety of plays, dances, songs, and other performances that portrayed the significance of the day.

The nine forms are thought of as the nine phases of Durga during the nine-day battle with the demon king Mahishasura; Hindus celebrate the tenth day of the battle as Vijayadashami, signifying the triumph of good over evil. It is regarded as one of the most significant celebrations.

The nine goddesses Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kaalaratri, Mahagauri, Durga, or ParaShakti are worshipped over the nine days of Navratri. The Honorable Principal, Dr. Malini Sen, inspired the children with her insightful remarks and acknowledged a few for being present in 'Swachhta Hi Sewa 3.0'

School conducted an Assembly under the theme of Disaster Management. It is the process of planning, managing, coordinating, and carrying out the necessary measures to prevent or mitigate a disaster and its effects. It includes: Teaching preparedness on how to deal with a disaster. Prompt action in the face of a disaster. grade VII students Performed various Songs, Act, etc to depict the importance of the theme. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen gave valuable information through speech, Disaster management is the primary and secondary plan of peoples to decrease the risk of disasters and to deal with disasters. Disaster management handles the natural calamity and disasters efficiently. In some cases, Disaster management may not avoid the situation.odar International School Nanded conducted an under the theme of Disaster Management. It is the process of planning, managing, coordinating, and carrying out the necessary measures to prevent or mitigate a disaster and its effects. It includes: Teaching preparedness on how to deal with a disaster. Prompt action in the face of a disaster. grade VII students Performed various Songs, Act, etc to depict the importance of the theme. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen gave valuable information through speech, Disaster management is the primary and secondary plan of peoples to decrease the risk of disasters and to deal with disasters. Disaster management handles the natural calamity and disasters efficiently. In some cases, Disaster management may not avoid the situation.

School conducted an activity under the theme of "International Year of Millets 2023". 'International Year of Millets 2023' – an initiative by the United Nations to bring millets back into people's daily diets. Millets are highly sustainable crops that can grow in harsh weather conditions, making it an inexpensive crop to grow. This hugely benefits the farming community too. Grade I to VIII Students Participate enthusiastically & perform the Activity. The objective of the special feature 'International Year of Millets' is to create and spread awareness about the nutritional powerhouse grains - Millets. The activities planned for the sessions enable and equip the students to grasp, infer, relate and extend the understanding of the benefits of millets into their lives. It encourages students to not just incorporate millets into their own diets but also that of their families and friends.

School conducted a special assembly on the occasion of 'International Year of Millets’. The Food and Agriculture Organization and United Nations has recognised 2023 as International Year of Millets or IYM2023 for awareness about health and nutritional benefits of millets. The Indian Government proposed to celebrate 2023 as the International Year of Millets. International Year of Millets 2023 aims to raise awareness about the importance of millets and their health benefits. It also seeks to promote the production, consumption, and value-addition of millet products. The theme of the International Year of Millets is “Healthy Millets, Healthy People.” 7th Standard Students performed in a Special assembly on this special day. They showed the importance of millet products through skits, speech and Pledge, through which they depicted the importance of the day. Our distinguished principal Dr. Malini Sen along with Vice Principal sir also emphasized the significance of Millet and its practical utilization for healthy life.

School enthusiastically and zealously observed Indian Air Force Day. The seventh-grade kids held an assembly to mark the occasion and participated in a variety of performances to highlight the significance of the day. To honor the creation of the Indian Air Force, the day of the Indian Air Force is observed. The Indian Air Force celebrates its anniversary on October 8 each year because it was the day the organization was formally created in 1932. In March 1945, the force received the prefix "Royal" in recognition of its professional effectiveness and victories during World War II. The pupils were inspired by the principal, Dr. Malini Sen, who also recognized their efforts. Mr. Ajay Pharande, the vice principal, provided some advice to the parents, students and teachers & guided for the same. Teacher also expressed the views.

School Conducted an Assembly on the "International Girl Child Day". Every year on October 11, people around the world celebrate International Girl Child Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the unique challenges and opportunities that girls face, promoting gender equality, and empowering girls to reach their full potential. The theme of International Day of the Girl 2023 according to the UNICEF website is, "Invest in Girls' Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being. On these Auspicious days, grade VIII students performed various Skit, Act, prayers & etc to depict the importance of the day. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen Interacted with the students & guided them on the same topic. and also felicitated Mast. Sk Shahid Sattar & Mast. Arnav Shinde for being present throughout the year in Academic year 2022-23.

At School the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhiji and Lal Bahadur Shastriji were celebrated. A special assembly was held for grade l children to commemorate the event. Mahatma Gandhiji, the nation's father whose life philosophy and services to the cause of Indian independence were great, is honored. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869. The vital part he played in the struggle for Indian independence has led to him being referred to as the Father of the Nation by Indians.

Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second prime minister of independent India, was born on October 2, 1904, to Sharada Prasad Srivastava and Ramdulari Devi in Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh. His birth anniversary was also observed. On this day, we honor and respect Lal Bahadur Shastri's aim for enhancing the educational system and empowering women. He significantly altered society and contributed to the betterment of the country.

Children spoke throughout the assembly and also performed dance, drama, comedy, and other acts. The distinguished Honorable Principal Dr. Malini Sen and Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande and respectfully garlanded Lal Bahadur Shastriji and Mahatma Gandhi's pictures, paid tribute to him, and the Honorable Principal motivated the kids with her wise advice.

School organized a 'Meri Maati Mera Desh'- Maati Ko Naman, Veeron Ka Vandan under the theme of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiated by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). It is a tribute to the Veers and Veeranganas who have made the supreme sacrifice for the country. "Meri Maati Mera Desh" envisions a unified celebration of India's soil and valour, commemorating the nation's journey of freedom and progress and also under the Panch Prana Pratigya, Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen, Vice Principal Mr Ajay Pharande with all Staff and students took oath that they will make India self-reliant and developed by 2047 and also fulfill all the duties of being citizen of India while strengthening the unity of India. Students enthusiastically participated in the activity.

We are honored to inform you all that our students have grabbed the first position in Nanded district level school games 2023-24 Conducted By District Sports Officer's Competitions - Nanded District and are selected for divisional level.

Our Outstanding Achievers !

U-17 Girls & Boys Badminton - Team Games Winners
1) Miss. Payaswini Prasad Pande.
2) Miss. Vaidehi uday Naik.
3) Miss. Pranjali Prakash Renguntwar.
4) Miss. Prajakta Chandrashekhar Swami.
5) Miss. Rajeshwari Annadate.
6) Mast. Samyak Pralhad Jondhale.
7) Mast. Ojas Pramod Kulkarni.
8) Mast. Prithviraj Singh Indalsing Naglod.
9) Mast. Saurabh Vishal Lokhande.
10) Mast. Abhir Sachin Shete.

U-14 District level Chess- Individual Games Winners
1) Miss. Sanidhya Sanjay Waghamare
2) Mast. Varad Gajanan Bokhare
3) Mast. Swaham Sanjay Waghmare
4) Miss. Ananya Shrivallabh Karlekar

U-17 District level Girls & Boys Table tennis - Team Games Winners
1) Miss. Mrunmai Anand Narwade
2) Mast. Prashik Adnesh Narwade

U-14 District level Artistic Gymnastics - Individual Games Winners
1) Mast. Krish Ashok Kokate

U-14 District level Lawn Tennis - Individual Games Winners
1) Miss. Vaishnavi Shyamsunder Kore
2) Miss. Bhakti Kantilal Ingle
3) Mast. Vedraj Gajanan Patil

U-14 Taluka Level Football - Team Games Winners
1) Mast. Vihaan Bhimrao Khade
2) Mast. Shriom Pandurang Ruikar
3) Mast. Aryan manish agrawal
4) Mast. Rudraksh Pradeep Guthe
5) Mast. Utkarsh Champat Munneshwar
6) Mast. Vivant Suresh Moon
7) Mast. Nimish balaji wattamwar
08) Mast. Shivraj Rustum Bhosale
9) Mast. Pratik BalraJ Dengle
10) Mast. Maitreya Mohan Bhosale
11) Mast. Pranav Udhav Jaybhaye
12) Mast. Atharva Achyut Karad
13) Mast. Sowmya Ganesh Gattani
14) Mast. Jay Balaji Langade
15) Mast. Shrihari Narayan Deshmukh
16) Mast. Shreyash Sanjayrao Narwade
17) Mast. Mohammed Saad

Honourable Principal Dr. Malini Sen and Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande congratulated Podarites and wished Them good luck in the upcoming events at the divisional level.

School held a Training Session on 'Outstanding Lessons' Implementation and Delivery. Respected Ms. Archana Awade and Respected Mr. Sudhanshu S. Nayak led the workshop. An outstanding lesson is one in which appropriate resources are used by a teacher who is enthusiastic about their subject to deliver a learning experience that takes into account each pupil's varying needs and inspires them to take risks, make connections, and learn while constantly checking. The overall goal of this workshop is to create a well-designed lesson plan that aids students and teachers in understanding the objectives of an instructional module. The teacher is able to translate the curriculum into learning activities. Teachers will also learn how to structure and present their lessons in a more effective manner.

School conducted a session on Health & Hygiene for the classes VI -VIII. Students were guided on the following points:-

*To highlight the importance of cleanliness and hygiene.
* Importance of healthy food and a balanced diet.
* Physical health, Emotional health and social well being.
* Stay fit, stay focused.

School celebrated Teachers' Day. Students of Grade X conducted the special Assembly on this occasion. Teachers' Day is celebrated on September 5 to honour educators and recognise the efforts that they put into shaping young individuals. Teachers' Day also marks the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the first Vice-President of India and the second President of India. Assembly started with the lightening of lamp and offering garland to Goddess Saraswati's statue & the portrait of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan by Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen with Hon'ble General Manager (Nanded HUB) Mr. Prasad Ponkshe, Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande, Admin Officer Mr. Haridas Reddy Along with senior staff. Various activities like skit, Dance, Songs, etc were performed by Students in the assembly. Mr. Ajay Pharande, Vice Principal, stressed the significance of the day. With her wise comments, Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen guided the children to respect our mothers, teachers and all.

School celebrated National Sports Day, Birth Anniversary of Magician of Hockey Major Dhyan Chand. Students of Grade VI conducted The Assembly on the occasion. India celebrates National Sports Day on 29th August to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend, Major Dhyan Chand. The day is also dedicated to the nations’ sports heroes and champions, honoring their contribution and dedication towards bringing laurels to the country. Students performed various activities like dance skit, thought of the day, prayer, etc in the assembly. With the aim to spread awareness about the values of sports: discipline, perseverance, sportsmanship and teamwork. The Vice Principal of the school through his speech convinced the parents and students about the importance of sports. Honorable Principal Dr. Malini Sen advised the students and parents with her Pearls of wisdom to acquire special skills in sports along with technological advancement. She also praised the students of the school for their endeavours in sportsmanship.

School Celebrated Onam by conducting an assembly. Assembly start with lightening of lamp and offering garland to Goddess Saraswati's statue by Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen, Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande and along with staff. Thought for The Day, Dance, Skit etc were performed by the students of grade 5th. Onam is a harvest festival celebrated in Kerala. It also marks the return of King Mahabali/Maveli in Kerala, They celebrate this festival with great pomp and show their gratitude towards the land for giving a good harvest. Mid Coordinator Ms. Reena Nair Talked about why we celebrate Onam & emphasized the importance of the day. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen appreciated the participating students and motivated the students by her valuable words.

"YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS - Discovering the Businessman in You" was the focus of a special assembly held at School on World Entrepreneurs Day. Students in grades V and VI put on a variety of acts, skits, and other performances to highlight the significance of the day. World Entrepreneurs' Day is observed annually on August 21, a day set aside to recognize innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership empowerment across the globe. Let's celebrate this day by paying tribute to the businesspeople who are creating money and jobs not just in India but also around the world. India has recently risen to prominence as a top country for startups and business owners. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen appreciated the participating students and motivated the students by her valuable words. Teacher also talked on the topic. Here are few glimpses.

School is Celebrating a Program "Har Ghar Tiranga" Under the aegis Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav From 13 August to 15 Aug 2023 Initiated by Central & Maharashtra State Government together. ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ is a campaign under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to encourage people to bring the Tiranga home and to hoist it to mark the 76th year of India’s independence. Our relationship with the flag has always been more formal and institutional than personal. The idea behind the initiative is to invoke the feeling of patriotism in the hearts of the people and to promote awareness about the Indian National Flag. In our School also, the Flag hoisting program was organized by Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen. Here are a few glimpses.

School celebrated "Kranti Diwas" by conducting the Special assembly . Motivational Prayer, Songs, Thought for The Day, etc were performed by the students of grade III. Kranti Diwas is a day observed to remember the historic ‘Quit India Movement’ initiated by Gandhi and Indian National Congress. This day is celebrated by giving national integration Speeches and offering tributes to various freedom fighters, organization of national level programmes apart from various other events. The term ‘Kranti’ stands for ‘Revolution’ and ‘Divas’ stands for ‘Day’, a day for revolution. Senior Coordinator Mr. Jagannath Dhere talked about the freedom fighters & their sacrifices for the Nation. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen appreciated the participating students and motivated the students by her valuable words.

First Day of the Grades III–X Open House & Orientation has been configured at School. One of the crucial events for any school is Open House. It is an excellent opportunity for the instructor and parents to collaborate on the child's improvement. An open house is organized to evaluate the student's academic and extracurricular performance. Knowing and focusing on the child's performance is beneficial as today significance in all the spheres of education is of great concern. The parents and the Honorable Principal Dr. Malini Sen had a productive conversation during which she resolved their queries.

The Investiture Ceremony-2023 was enthusiastically and fervently held at school. The school's Student Council received praise and badges. The Chief guest for the ceremony was Mr. Prasad Ponkshe, the honorable general manager of Nanded HUB. Dr. Malini Sen, the distinguished Principal, welcomed the major guest. The Investiture ceremony signifies the reliance and confidence that the school consigns in the newly invested office bearers. Donning the mantle of accountability, they also pledged, led by Mr. Ajay Pharande Vice Principal of PIS Nanded to bestow their duties to the best of their abilities. We believe that the child centric approach will definitely nurture a responsible future citizen.

School Observes the 103rd Birth Anniversary of a Great Social reformer, folk poet, and writer from Maharashtra, India Tukaram Bhaurao Sathe popularly known as Anna Bhau Sathe was born on 1 August 1920, in Wategaon village Maharashtra's Sangali District , to a family that belonged to the untouchable Matang Cast. This day is celebrated as “Annabhau Sathe Jayanti.” Annabhau Sathe is known as Lok Shaheer in Maharashtra. His writings are influenced by communism, namely the Russian Revolution. Annabhau Sathe was a revolutionary figure who gave a revolutionary slogan “Yeh Azadi Jhooti Hai, Desh Ki Janta Bhooki Hai”: This Freedom Is contradictory, The citizens of the country are hungry. On this Special Day Hon'ble General Manager (Nanded HUB) Mr. Prasad Ponkshe & Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen Respectfully Garlanded the portrait of Annabhau Sathe.

"Kargil Vijay Diwas" was celebrated at School. Grade VII students conducted the Special Assembly and performed patriotic songs, dance, skit, and other performances to honour the soldiers who gave their lives in the line of duty and became martyrs.

Every year, Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed to honour India's victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War in 1999. The day celebrates the courage and sacrifice displayed by Indian soldiers during the bloody conflict. The operation was named as Vijay after the successful victory over Pakistan. The school requested the parents who are Army and police Officers to honour the occasion as chief guests. The Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen and Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande gave a warm welcome to all of the major visitors.

Honorable Principal Dr. Malini Sen, gave some inspirational advice to the parents, students and teachers. Here are few glimpses.

The subject of the Health and Hygiene Session at School was "Tips every girl should know." The Girls Welfare Committee of the school directed the session for classes VI To X. The session was initiated by the honorable principal Dr. Malini Sen, who counseled the pupils on the following topics. The main objectives of the workshop were to:
*Demonstrate the significance of cleanliness and health;
*Plan the health awareness campaign;
*Resolve the issues and concerns of the female students; and
*Importance of eating nutritious food.

Additionally, a lesson on good touch and bad touch was taught to classes I To V.

School celebrated Guru Purnima with zeal and enthusiasm by conducting a Special Assembly. Students of Grade VIII conducted the assembly. The assembly emphasized on the significance of Guru and what it takes to be a teacher. Guru Purnima is the day to commemorate the importance of Guru (teacher) in human life. Guru is worshipped on this special day According to the Hindu calendar, this day falls on Purnima Tithi (full moon day) in the month. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen wished to parents, teachers & Students happy Guru Purnima. Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Phrande also guided students about the importance of Guru in students life, he focused on values that are given by our Guru and advised students to nurture values throughout life. HeadMistress Mrs. Nainjeet kaur Dhillon also guided for the same. Grade VIII student Tanishk Dinesh Dhoot offered plants to the teacher as a token of love and respect on this special day.

School celebrated Ashadhi Ekadashi with zeal & enthusiasm. Students of Grade I Performed Special Assembly on the occasion & performed various activities like Skit, Speech and many more to depict the importance of the day. The assembly depicted the culture of Maharashtra and the importance of the day. Ashadhi Ekadashi is one of the most important religious festivals of Maharashtra. This ceremony is generally held at Pandharpur where a huge number of devotees gather to celebrate the festival. It is a religious procession festival which is held every year during the Aashaadh Shukla paksha. And also celebrate Eid Al Adha Festival As per the Islamic calendar, Dhul Hijjah is the 12th and the last month and most of the Muslim people perform Hajj during this month. Eid Al Adha occurs on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah and people celebrate this with great joy and enthusiasm. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen & Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande respectfully garlanded the statue of Goddess Sarsvati & vitthal - rukmini. Teacher also Talked on the importance of Eid Al Adha festival. Hon'ble Principal & Vice Principal wishing the students & parents Ashadhi Ekadashi as well as the Eid Al Adha festival.

"Music is the essence of all life. It is the way that we communicate with ourselves, with each other, and with the divine."

School celebrated World Music Day with zeal & Enthusiasm. On the Occasion Of World Music Day School Organised A live Concert of Sangeet Mehfil with famous Veena Player Mr. Atul Deshpande who has consecutively achieved three gold medals in the field of music and established Shruti Sangeet Vidyalay and he did many more remarkable things in the field of music. Ms. Sawni Joshi Violin player joined with Mr. Atul Deshpande. She recently got AIR 1 rank Visharad in an exam held by Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal Mumbai. Mr. Gangadhar Billalikar Tabla Player who also played a major role in this beautiful musical concert. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen welcomed the chief guest. Concert start with lightening of lamp and offering garland to Goddess Saraswati's statue by Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen with Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande, Admin Officer Mr. Haridas Reddy, Asst. Admin Officer Mr. Govindsai Makwana, Sr. Coordinator Mr. Jagannath Dhere, Mid. Coordinator Ms. Reena Nair, Prim. Coordinator Ms. Meenakshi Iyer & Chief Guest. Students also enjoyed the concert. Here are some glimpses.

School Conducted a Special Assembly on National Reading Day. National Reading Day is an occasion celebrated to honor the initiation of the library movement by P.N. Panicker or Puthuvayil Narayana Panicker. He pioneered the establishment of the first Library in Kerala, and this marked the advent of the literacy movement in India.

National Reading Day is observed on 19 June to remind people about the value of reading books even in an era dominated by the internet. 5th Standard Students performed various songs, skits, Reading Pledge, etc through which they depicted the importance of the day. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen encouraged students to build reading habits and guided them for the same by her valuable words. Teacher also talked on the topic.

School Organised A House Competition -'Tech Revolution 2050’ – In which every House prepared a Magazine with the collection of Innovative Technological Ideas for the future. Every year we come across innumerable predictions and ideas about new developments in technology. Learning through research and imagining the future of technology by students. The goal of this competition was to equip students with emerging technology in the 21st century and in future. It will prompt the students to look for and become aware of predictions about the future in various fields like artificial intelligence, communication & computing. They collected various articles, pictures, expert talks and other resources, analysed current predictions, and considered them in the context of modern-day life. This would be compiled further in a collaborative manner to understand more about the data collected in depth.

These activities of collecting different write-ups and pictures will encourage students to research about scientific and technological developments in India and around the world. Standard 1st to 8th students from all the houses participated in the competition. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen inaugurated the event & Appreciated the student's effort.

School conducted a special assembly on the occasion of the 132 Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar & Baisakhi, a religious Festival celebrated together with zeal & enthusiasm.

Ambedkar Jayanti or Bhim Jayanti is observed on 14th April to commemorate the memory of B. R. Ambedkar, Indian politician and social reformer. It marks Ambedkar's birthday who was born on 14 April 1891. His birthday is also referred to as 'Equality Day'. And also Baisakhi is a religious festival as well as a harvest celebration for the Sikh community. Guru Gobind Singh founded the Khalsa, or "pure" Sikh community, on March 30, 1699. He reportedly abolished the distinction between groups belonging to upper and lower castes and proclaimed that all people are created equal. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen & Vice Principal Mr. Ajay Pharande respectfully garlanded the portrait of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Students performed various activities like dance, speech and many more to depict the importance of the day. Hon'ble Principal wishing the students & parents Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar as well as the baisakhi festival Through her speech.

W- wonderful wife
O- outstanding friend
M- marvelous daughter
A- adorable sister
N- nurturing mother

School celebrated Women's Day with lots of thrill and excitement. Students performed various activities like dance, speech and many more to signify the existence and importance of women in our lives.

School has organised a House Competition under the theme – ‘Pleat by Pleat : Traversing the World of Sustainable Fabrics'. The module has been designed for the students to know about the different fabrics around us. The module aims to encourage and support Indian artisans and Indian handlooms. It also aims to make students aware about the impacts of fashion and how it is causing harm to the environment. The module will encourage students to think – reuse, re-wear and upcycle clothes/fabrics and wear more local and sustainable clothing. This house competition will be giving students an opportunity to creatively upcycle clothing items, reuse old clothes and recycle fabric to create something out of it. Basically putting old clothes and fabrics to good use. In this House Competition Grade III to VIII Students Participated with their respective House Masters. Students performed enthusiastically. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen appreciated the students for their performances.

(Meaning - The glory of this Mudra of Shahaji’s son Shivaji will grow like the first day moon. It will be worshiped by the world & it will shine only for the well being of people.)

School has conducted a Special Assembly On "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti" i.e. celebrated on February 19 every year to honour the contributions of the great warrior king in reviving the Maratha Empire and to pay tribute to his rich legacy. The first Chhatrapati and the great Maratha warrior was born in Pune's Shivaneri Fort in 1630. Mainly the state of Maharashtra celebrates the birth anniversary of its one of the bravest and wise monarchs of India. Grade V & IX Students presented songs, thoughts etc through the assembly. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen appreciated the students for their performances. Here are some glimpses.

The most awaited program for all Students and Parents..!!

School celebrated the 11th Annual Function with zeal and enthusiasm. The Annual Day theme for Grade V to IX was “VEER GATHA". The function included dance as well as skits. The students won the hearts of all the stakeholders by displaying various colors of art. General Manager (Nanded HUB) Mr. Manoj Kaley was the chief guest of the function. The school authorities were quite elated by the number of guests who turned up to witness the function. Thus it proved that an annual function is not just an event but a priceless moment. Here are some glimpses.

The most awaited program for all Students and Parents..!!

School celebrated 11th Annual Function with zeal and enthusiasm.

The Annual Day theme for Grade I - IV was “Nritya Tarang". The function included danc as well as skits.

The students won the hearts of all the stakeholders by displaying various colors of art. Principal of Podar International School Parbhani Mr. Sudarshan Khange, Principal of Podar International School Hingoli Mr. Vinay Upadhyay and Adl. Superintendent of Police Dr. Vijay Kabade were the chief guests of the function. The school authorities were quite elated by the number of guests who turned up to witness the function. Thus it proved that an annual function is not just an event but a priceless moment. Here are some glimpses.

School Conducted A Special Assembly On The 126th Birth Anniversary Of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose. A great leader and an inspiring nationalist with defiant patriotism for the country, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose led the Indian National Army to form alliances against the British during World War II. Bose authored the book 'The Indian Struggle' which covers the Indian independence movement from 1920 to 1942. The book was banned by the British government. He coined the term 'Jai Hind'. His charisma and powerful personality inspired many people into the freedom struggle and continues to inspire Indians. Motivational Prayer, Songs, Thought for The Day & Skit Based on The Theme were Performed by the students of grade IX. Hon'ble Principal Dr. Malini Sen Respectfully Garlanded the portrait of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose & motivated the students by her valuable words.