The inevitable contribution of Teachers was honoured on the beautiful occasion of the Teacher’s Day with Students expressing their gratitude for the Love, Care, Knowledge and Wisdom imparted by their Teachers towards them The Students organised Heartwarming Activities which included performing Plays and Songs. Students of Class XII acted as Teacher's for the day. Senior students of CL XII presented a self-made beautiful GREETING CARD to each teacher of the School in the morning assembly, which was deeply appreciated by each Teacher Tribute was paid by one and all to the Great Scholar, Teacher, Philosopher and the Second President of our Nation, Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, on whose Birthday the Teacher’s Day is celebrated across all the Schools in India
A very eminent personality Mr Vinod Saighal, A veteran of Indian Army and Ex Head of Army Training Team with his better half Mrs Juhi Saighal visited the school on 30th Aug. Mr Saighal retired from the Indian Army in 1995 from the post of Director General Military Training. He had served as the country's Military Attache in France and BENELUX, also overseeing Spain and Portugal. Currently he is the Executive Director of Eco Monitors Society, a non-governmental organization concerned with demography and ecology. He is the author of the internationally acclaimed book 'Third Millennium Equipoise'. He also has authored many other books. He is known far-and-wide for his works. Mr Vinod K Bhama- the Principal apprised the distinguished guests about the History, Phases of Developments, Various Achievements and Recent Infrastructural Developments of the School. The Guests visited various Departments, Classrooms, Labs, and Offices of the school, met the students and the IA Veteran shared his profound experiences especially the time spent with none other than the Noble Soul Gen B C Joshi
Junior and Senior students of Four Houses (Bhagat, Cariappa, Thimayya and Manekshaw) shown their marvellous dancing skills by participating in Inter-House Dance Competition on 29th Aug. The Theme of the competition was ‘Patriotism and Indian Folk’. In Senior Category, Manekshaw House secured the First Position, Bhagat House 2nd, Cariappa House 3rd and Thimayya House 4th position respectively. In Junior category, Cariappa House secured 1st, Manekshaw House 2nd, Thimayya House 3rd and Bhagat house 4th Position Respectively. The Graceful, Synchronous and Mesmerising performances of the students and the efforts put by the Teachers-In-Charges were applauded.
Gen BC Joshi Army Public School celebrated Milk Food Day on 24th Aug. The students of Primary Wing brought the healthy dishes made up of milk products. Students also demonstrated skits and Puppet shows to spread awareness regarding the benefits of Milk and Its products. Students also brought the self-prepared greeting cards to express their gratitude for the Milk Food they enjoy almost every day. The tiny-tots of the Primary Wing enjoyed the event thoroughly and gained knowledge through interaction with teachers and from Skit and Puppet Show.
The Auspicious Festival of "Janamashtami" was celebrated today morning by presentation of beautiful skit by students of Primary Wing & CL 9th seperately On this occasion a special morning assembly was conducted depicting the "Life of Lord Krishna" by students of CL 9th 'A' who demonstrated the teachings of Lord Krishna as Yogeshwar and Karmayogi thru their wonderful skit. Students of Primary wing demonstrated the "Bal-Leela of Natkhat Kanha". It was a heart-warming performance and was an elixir to the Eyes. The tiny tots of Primary Wing as audiences not only relished the dramatic presentation of Krishna’s life but also learned lessons filled with Virtues from the Skit. Col BC Sati, OIC Schools, Vinod K Bhama, Principal enlightened the students on the ideals of Lord Krishna. They congratulated the participants and teachers for exhibiting such a spectacular show.
School celebrated Independence Day Function today on 15 Aug 2022, under the banner 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' with pomp & show . The School Chairman Mr Saurabh Shinde graced the auspicious occasion by being the Chief Guest accompanied with Mrs Rupali Shinde. The Chief Guest hoisted the National Flag, followed by reviewing salute from the March-Past Contingents from 04 × Houses . The Skit presented by the students of Primary Wing on India's Freedom Fighters was mesmerizing and a goose-bumps giving event, which touched the hearts of spectators with their fabulous performances. The melody of Patriotic Songs presented by the four Houses echoed in the environment and filled everyone's soul with deep love for the nation . The Chief Guest awarded students with Trophies who had done well in the CBSE Board Exams 2021-22, and in various other fields to incl Sports, Literary and Co-curricular activities. Chairman in his address motivated the students to instill the Feelings of Patriotism with Honesty and Dedication, and deeply appreciated the performances of Children. The program was valedicted with Vote of Thanks by Principal, Mr Vinod Bhama, followed by Sweets Hamper distribution to all the students .
TODAY STUDENTS OF GEN BC JOSHI, ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOL PARTICIPATED IN MINI MARATHON CONDUCTED UNDER THE AEGIS OF THE FMN HQ & SECURED TOP THREE POSITIONS IN STUDENTS CATEGORY. A total of 150 students, 10 teachers and the School Bursar Capt(Retd) AS Mathur participated in the Mini Marathon. Master Pawan Paswan (1st Position), Rajendra Bisht(2nd Position) & Showket Bashir(3rd- Position )secured the first three positions. OP Sadhbhawna students were also felicitated for their good performance in today’s Marathon. The Event was flagged of by Brig Saurabh Shinde, Cdr 119(I), who later gave away the prizes and congratulated the winners.
Under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahostsav Theme, School organised an Awareness Rally and Street Play to spread the Spirit of Patriotism. A total of 80 students participated who performed Street Play at Simalgir Bazar and Bin Chouraha. Both the events were very much liked by the audience.
English Debate Team of the school secured 1st Position in Intra-Cluster English Debate Competition-2022 held at APS Gorakhpur on 1 Aug 2022. The Topic of the Debate was - "There A Need to Correct the Distortion and Misinterpretation of Indian History?" And the Quiz team secured 2nd position by scoring 130 pts in the Intra-Cluster Quiz Competition held online by APS Gorakhpur.
In celebration of ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’, the school conducted a drawing and painting competition for the tiny -tots of Primary Wing on 12 August ,2022. The young artists showcased their skills and talent in brushing and spreading the colours on paper sheets exhibiting their feelings of patriotism. A total of 300 students participated in the competition. The Principal and OIC Schools appreciated the skills of the students and efforts made by the I/C. Moreover, they applauded the awe- inspiring participation and enthusiasm shown by the students. The tiny tots of Primary Wing (Classes 3- 5) participated in the event and showcased their creative & artistic skills. A total of 300 students participated in the event.
The school adding more shine to its glittering beauty by getting the State-Level Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar 2021-22 (issued by the Deptt of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Govt of India). The selection of schools for the award is done as a part of the ‘Swachh Bharat Swachh Vidyalaya’ campaign under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. The award was received by the Principal, Mr Vinod K Bhama from Dr Dhan Singh Rawat - Education Minister, Uttarakhand, during a ceremony held at the Office of Director General of School Education, Dehradun, Uttarakhand on 1 Aug, 2022. It’s indeed a proud moment for the school having received the great honour.
“Grandparents are a little bit parents, a little bit teachers and a little bit best friends.” -Unknown With its strong belief in the overall and holistic development of the child, Gen BC Joshi Army Public School celebrated the GRANDPARENTS DAY and continues to instill values by conducting such events. The motive behind this day’s celebration is to honour grandparents for all the sacrifices they make for their families and also to create awareness among the children of the moral support, information and guidance they can offer. The day was celebrated by performing skits by both the Primary and Senior Wings, followed by the speeches by Principal- Mr Vinod K Bhama and Ofg OIC Schools- Col Karam Singh Bisht.
Master Piyush Kanyal won the best delegate of AIPPM (ALL INDIA POLITICAL PARTIES MEET) as CM of the Punjab, during Model United Nations (MUN), held at APS Noida on 22-23 July, 2022. Lakshika Rawat, a class-XII student, won bronze medal in NCC INTER-DIRECTORATE SPORTS SHOOTING CHAMPIONSHIP 2022 held at Chandigarh from 05-15 July, 2022.
The school commemorated the Valour of our armed forces and the martyrs on Kargil Vijay Divas by organising Special Assemblies for both Senior and the Primary Wing of the school, today. Students performed mesmerising skits, depicting the lives of the Kargil War Heroes and paid tribute to the great warriors. The Principal - Mr Vinod K Bhama, enlightened the students about the valour of our soldiers displayed during Kargil War against Pakistan. It was indeed an apt occasion to remember the supreme sacrifice of our brave-hearts and paying homage to them as an expression of gratitude. Jai-Hind! Jai Hind Ki Sena!
Gen BC Joshi Army Public School Celebrated the Auspicious Festival of Harela Harela, the festival commemorating the new Harvesting Season in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, was celebrated with gaiety and fervour in General BC Joshi, Army Public School, Pithoragarh. This festival is dedicated to Hindu Deities Shiva and Parvati, saplings were planted in the school’s premises by the School Management. Col BC Sati, OIC Schools in his address inspired to spread awareness to protect our ailing Mother Earth and make it cleaner, greener and beautiful. Mr Vinod K Bhama, Principal said Herala shall bring happiness and prosperity to all of us. Group photograph with the distinguished staff members and boarder students was taken followed by National Anthem. Celebrating HARELA made a great impact in the mindset of students and they pledged to nurture the Nature. On 14 July 2022 the students of Class XB also performed a skit showing the cultural and environmental significance of Harela
GEN BC JOSHI ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOL PITHORAGARH received SWACHH VIDYALAYA PURASKAR 2021-22 (District Level Award) Gen BC Joshi Army Public School, Pithoragarh received the District Level Award in Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar 2021-22 (issued by Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Govt of India). The selection of schools for the award is done as a part of the ‘Swachh Bharat Swachh Vidyalaya’ campaign under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. The award was by given away by Dr Ashish Chauhan – IAS, Distt Magistrate, Pithoragarh, in a ceremony held at B. L. S. Govt Girls Inter College, Aincholi, Pithoragarh, on 15 July, 2022. The school received the award in OVERALL CATEGORY for being the cleanest school of District Pithoragarh. The school achieved an overall score of 94% with an overall rating of 5-Star.
Gen BC Joshi Army Public School Pithoragarh conducted ‘PROJECT VEER-GATHA’ on 15 July, 2022. The ceremony began with extending a warm welcome to the great warrior and speaker of the day Hon Sub-Maj Suresh Chander Punera, SM, followed by showcasing documentaries on the NSG as well as the Kumaon Regiment. The gallantry awardee depicted his life while serving in Indian Army and also in NSG as a Black-Cat Commando. He narrated his many acts of bravery, but the most influential and encouraging was the act when he eliminated two militants with his expertise in Head-Shot style, and finished the enemy on the spot in dense forests of Banihal. And for this valiant act, Hon Sub-Maj Punera, SM, was honoured with Sena Medal, one of the most coveted Gallantry Awards of the Indian Army. Coming to the valediction of the programme, a vote of thanks was extended by the Principal - Mr Vinod K Bhama. The OIC Schools - Col BC Sati honoured Ex-Hon Sub Maj Suresh Chander Punera, SM, by presenting a memento as a token of gratitude and affection on behalf of the school managament. There had been a personal interaction with the gallantry awardee with all over high-tea, arranged in honour of the brave soldier and saviour of the motherland.
Gen BC Joshi APS PTH celebrated Sprouts Day, as per the Almanac schedule, on 13 July, 2022. The students of classes I to V brought self prepared Spouts and Fruit-Salads, and displayed their creativity in respective classrooms. The Principal, Mr Vinod K Bhama, alongwith the Wing Coordinator, visited every class and the applauded and appreciated the efforts of students in learning the skill of food-preparation and the life-skill of healthy living. Students really enjoyed their first ever experiences in kitchen. The Principal explained to them the health benefits of Spouts.He also fed each one of these little angels displaying his role as a fatherly-figure. The young students & teachers thoroughly enjoyed the event which witnessed effort from each student & personal interaction with the Principal
Gen BC Joshi APS Pithoragarh organised a 4-day Summer Adventure Camp for students from 28 June to 1 July, 2022. The Summer Adventure Camp included enthralling and adventurous events like Trekking, Indoor Shooting, Rockcraft and Rapling. A total of 150 students participated in these events The events were coordinated by 8 KUMAON & 438 (I) ENGR COY Students and their parents find the Summer Adventure Camp as the perfect way to have new exposures and appropriate utilisation of summer-break, especially in the Post-Covid era. They expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the school management for organising such adventure camp. Col BC Sati - OIC Schools and Vinod K Bhama - Principal, congratulated the students for participating in the adventurous activities and extended their gratitude to 8 KUMAON & 438 (I) ENGR COY for coordinating the events safely and successfully.
General B.C Joshi Army Public School, Pithoragarh organized a 07-Day Digital Inclusion Programme for the Students of class VI to VIII wef 24 Jun to 01 Jul 2022 with the help of Learning Links Foundation, New Delhi & Dell Technologie. The Coding classes were conducted by Mr. Deepak Porwal, Rep of Learning Links foundation. The programme was conducted in 02 x batches. A total of 69 students participated in the programme The students were taught programming concepts , trained to make Games using the Scratch Software & Introduced the concepts of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The students and their parents appreciated the programme organised by the School Management and conveyed their heartfelt gratitude to the School Management. Col BC Sati - OIC Schools, Vinod Bhama - Principal congratulated students for acquiring the knowledge of Coding and also expressed their gratitude to LLF, Dell Technologies for the Programme and Mr Deepak Porwal for providing profound knowledge to students.
Today, on 21st June 2022, on the occasion of International Yoga Day, 400 students of different schools including the students of Gen BC Joshi APS celebrated Yoga Day in Kendriya Vidyalaya Pithoragarh. The Session was conducted by Mr Balram Talreja, who has 24 year experience in the field of yoga training in various sectors. OIC - Schools, Col BC Sati, while conveying the best wishes to all the students and teachers threw light on the need of Yoga. The yoga session started with Aum Chanting and basic Yogasanas and Pranayamas like Tadasana, Halasana, Mayurasana, Vajrasana, Kapalbhati, Bhramari etc. The students of Kendriya Vidyalaya Pithoragarh and Gen B.C. Joshi Army Public School Pithoragarh participated in the Yoga program with great enthusiasm. At the end of the program, the Principal of Kendriya Vidyalaya Pithoragarh, Kamala Nirkhupa thanked OIC-Schools, Col. B.C. Sati, Principal of Gen. B.C. Joshi Army Public School Pithoragarh, Chief Guest Yogacharya Talreja, Teachers and all the Students. The program ended with the national anthem. On the occasion of International Yoga Day an event was also organized by the Municipality Pithoragarh at London Fort, Ramlila Maidal. 25 Students and 3 Teachers participated in the Event.
A Parents-Teachers-Meet was held at Hostel Area as well as in the classrooms. The PTM was attended by around 1700+ parents. The PTM started with a welcome note in an interaction session, in which the parents were apprised of the school history, achievements, latest infrastructural and academic developments, discipline as well as future plans by the Principal- Mr Vinod K Bhama and OIC Schools- Col BC Sati. Parents were addressed on the significance of the PTMs and their role in shaping the future of our children. The parents then met the class/subject teachers and were updated about the academic performance in UT-I and the general behaviour of their wards. It was concluded with National Anthem followed by high-tea in the students’ mess for all the parents. The event was wholeheartedly appreciated by the parents.
Gen BC Joshi APS Pithoragarh celebrated the World Environment Day by organizing various activities in school campus on 5th June 2022. The celebration began with a presentation by Maj Vivek Singh, Adjt, 130 (INF) ECO TA BN of the KUMAUN REG on how they are transforming the barren and waste land in to green land by planting 2.21 cr. saplings over 19642 arcs of land, since 1994. Representative from the Forest Department, Pithoragarh, Mrs Megha Pandey, imparted knowledge to students and the staff on bio-manure and the segregation of waste through ‘Five Eco-Friendly Habits to sustain the Environment’. The presentation session was followed by painting of saplings by the students at various places of the school campus. Simultaneously, the activities such as Planting, Essay Writing and Elocution Competitions were organised and the students participated enthusiastically in these activities. Valedicting the programme, the Principal, Mr Vinod K Bhama, extended a hearty gratitude to the visiting dignitaries for giving knowledge-packed presentations. Col BC Sati- OIC Schools, applauded staff and the students for participating overwhelmingly in the celebration and making it a grand success.
Gen BC Joshi Army Public celebrated the International Yoga Day (Phase-II) from 6:30 am to 8:00 am on 30 May 2022. A total of 250 students and 20 teachers participated in the event. The Session was conducted by Mr Vinod Bhama, the School Principal. The participants performed and experienced various asanas and the pranayamas, viz conditioning/meditation; Sukshyam Vyayamas; Tadasan I & II; Trikonasana-I; Konasana-II; Utkatasana; Bitilasana; Vajrasana; Makarasan; Gaumukhasana; Bhadrasana; Bhujangasana; Salabhasana; Yogendra Pranayam-IV; Bhramari Pranayam etc The students were also enlightened with the benefits of yoga, and special benefits of these asanas in daily life. The OIC Schools, Col BC Sati also participated in the event and appreciated the enthusiasm of all the members and he also enlightened everyone about the Inner-Yoga. The yoga session was cherishable and motivational to awaken our future generation to know and adopt the ancient Indian Culture of practicing yoga and stay healthy & happy.
Concentration is focused attention, and is enormously important to unveil one’s potential and in any work the results of highest order can be obtained if the mind is channelised and can be concentrated on a single task at a time. The idea is simple but to follow it a herculean task as the default tendency of the mind is fickleness and in the age of Gadgets the mind become more and more unstable. The mind needs to be trained with proper techniques. To enlighten the students of Gen BC Joshi APS, the school invited, A world renowned Trainer prof E. V. GIREESH. Prof Gireesh gave some inevitable techniques to the students by which they cannot only focus on studies or any task they do but also remember the contents for a very long period of time. The students enjoyed the informative session and adored the amusing nature of prof Gireesh. Students were also enlightened about the need to respect the Parents, teachers and love the younger ones.
Dealing with the 21st Century Students is an inexorable challenge for the Teachers and Parents and if these vulnerable minds are not treated with care, love and required techniques, the students can not be armed with the qualities and fundamental values that will help in acquiring the desired future. And to fulfil this purpose, the schools and teachers play very vital role. To keep this in mind The School Management, under the direction of OIC School Col BC Sati, Organised a Motivational Lecture of ‘Values in Education’ on 25 May 2022 for the teacher of Gen BC Joshi APS Pithoragarh. The Session was Conducted by prof E. V. GIREESH, He is a prominent Trainer across industries for his unique style and ability to inspire people. Prof Gireesh has taken training programs at ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization, NPCIL - Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd, IIT Madras, Roorkee, Patna, JNU, NID (National Institute of Design), Indian Army, L&T, ICAI, ICSI, General Motors, Tata Motors, TCS, Tata Power etc. He has also conducted many sessions for most of the Security forces. Prof Gireesh enlightened the teachers about the essence of life, the fundamental values of life, how the classrooms can be made lively and how these values can be implanted into students. The School Principal Mr Vinod Bhama on behalf of the School Management and Teachers expressed the gratitude.
On 23 May 2022 and 24 May 2022, A sports symposium was conducted at Gen B C Joshi, APS Pithoragarh for Sportspersons, Coaches and Students. The topic of the symposium was Mind Power in Sports. The Session was organised by the Gen B C Joshi Army Public School Pithoragarh. The Sportsperson, Coaches from the town took part in the Event. The same was also organised for the students of Gen BC Joshi APS. The aim was to enlighten them about how little efforts put on mind and changed approach, meditation can do wonders in the performance of a sport person. The guest speaker was Dr Jagbir Singh, National Coordinator of Sports Wing, Mt Abu, Rajsthan India. BK Dr. Jagbir Singh is National Co-ordinator of the Sports Wing of Rajyoga Education & Research Foundation at B.K. Academy, Mt Abu, Rajasthan, India. Jagbir has more than 27 years of experience in the field of Rajyoga. He is an international Mind Power Coach who has done his PhD in Sports Psychology from Florida, USA on the "Impact of Rajyoga on Sports Performance The participants thanked the School Management for organizing such an informative, inspiring, requisite Symposium that too in the field of Sports.
For the Session 2022-23, The school gets its redesigned and upgraded Almanac. “Almanac is a publication of a document statistical, tabular, and general information for a given year and often including a miscellany of other information” The Almanac has been designed under the detailed guidance of the School Principal Mr Vinod Bhama. The document is hard bond, with yellow glossy cover. The cover page of the Almanac has the school logo along with the Slogan of the school “शस्त्रे शास्त्रे च कौशलम्” and the Portrait of the Noble Soul ,Late Gen BC Joshi. The back cover of the Almanac has the picture of Adm Block, The recently installed War Trophy (T55 Tank), Renovated Basketball Court, Soccer Ground with a view of School Hostels and Contact Details of the School The Almanac is published in two copies: Teacher’s copy and Students’ copy, each exquisitely containing the required and important information like School Prayers, Rules and Regulation, ‘List of Holidays’, ‘Academic Calendar’ and pages for assignments, Teacher’s Note, Parents’ Note, Principals’ Note etc . The Almanac has been distributed among the Staff Members and Students.
Mrs Pinky Bisht - UDC, has availed voluntary retirement from service after serving the institution for 20+ yrs. The School bid a respectful farewell to her on 23 May 2022. Mrs Pinky Bisht has been highly professional towards her duties and always went extra miles for the development of the school. She joined the school as LDC, and then promoted to UDC. Mrs Pinky Bisht also shared her experiences, she achieved all these years of service and thanked the school management and staff members for the warm farewell. The School Management & staff members expressed their gratitude for her services to school, her deferential ways of working and wished her a beautiful future.
In the sequence of celebrating the 8th International Day of Yoga (Phase-I), Gen BC Joshi Army Public School, Pithoragarh organized a one-hour yoga session for 130 students at Indoor Sports Complex, on 19 May, 2022. The session began with conditioning of Body, Breath and Mind of the young yoga aspirants, followed by OM chanting by Ms Jyoti Bhandari, Yoga Trainer. After conditioning, micro asanas alias SUKSHAM-VYAMAS were practised so as to mobilise the joints and muscles and get the body warmed up. Once the body got warmed up, Surya Namaskar was practised, followed by a series of various asanas viz., Standing: Tadasana; Seated: Ardh-Matsyendrasana (Spinal Twist) Mandookasana; Abdominal: Dhanursana, Makrasana, Garden Pose; and Supinal: Setubandhasana (Bridge Pose), Pawanmuktasana (Wind Releasing Pose) and the Savasana. After the yoga asanas, it was time for the practice of Pranayamas. So, the pranayamas taken up were Anulom-Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing) and Bhramari (Humming Indian Black Bee Sound). The yoga session by Ms Jyoti was praiseworthy, and added enthusiasm among the participants to remain physically fit and mentally robust.
Gen B C Joshi Army Public School, Pithoragarh conducted an 'Inter-House X-Country Competition 2022-23' on 15 May, 2022. The Race was flagged-off by Col B C Sati - OIC Schools; Mr Vinod Bhama - Principal; and Capt. (IN) Atul Swaroop Mathur - Bursar. Students from all four houses participated, with full courage & enthusiasm, in in four categories, viz. Senior Girls, Senior Boys, Junior Girls, and Junior Boys. Category-wise winners in the competition were: 1. Boys (Srs):- I-Position: Master Pawan Paswan (Thimayya House) II-Position: Master Shaukat Bashir (Thimayya House) III-Position: Master Amit Kandpal (Bhagat House) 2. Girls (Srs):- I-Position: Ms Bhawika Kapri (Thimayya House) II-Position: Ms Sneha (Manekshaw House) III-Position: Ms Priya Mehra (Bhagat House) 3. Boys (Jrs):- I-Position: Master Kartik Singh (Manekshaw House) II-Position: Master Shoib Ahmad Bhat (Bhagat House) III-Position: Master Pankaj Chand (Thimayya House) 4. Girls (Jrs):- I-Position: Ms Divya Mehra (Cariappa House) II-Position: Ms Khushboo Khathayat (Cariappa House) III-Position: Ms Priya Karki (Bhagat House) The school management congratulated all participants and honoured the winners with Gold, Silver and Bronze medals, alongwith certificates as a token of motivation and encouragement. Refreshment was distributed among all participants, as well as students and the staff, followed by a group photograph of all the participants. The event was valedicted with singing of the National Anthem.
An Inter-House English Debate Competition was conducted in the school on 09 & 11 May, 2022, for Seniors and the Juniors, respectively. Topics for Debates were: (i). Does Social Media make People Anti-Social? - Jr Cat. (ii). Can Artificial Intelligence Replace Human Intelligence? - Sr Cat. Students of VI -XII classes participated and honed their oratory skills. Overall results of the competition were: MANEKSHAW HOUSE bagged the 1st position, whereas CARIAPPA, BHAGAT and THIMMAYYA Houses secured 2nd, 3rd & 4th positions, accordingly. Mr Vinod Bhama, Principal, encouraged and congratulated all participants and the staff for their good efforts.
The festival of Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated in the school on Tuesday, 03 May, 2022. Students offered prayers in the ante-room followed by exchange of greetings and an interaction with the OIC Schools, Principal, Bursar and the staff members. Sweets and gifts were distributed among students by the school authorities. Students were addressed to inculcate the values and ethics necessary for being humane, responsible and compassionate citizens of the nation, like Dr APJ Abdul Kalaam, the former President of India. A special lunch ‘BADA-KHANA’ was also organised for all boarders and the staff to mark the occasion. Students were happy & joyous, and expressed gratitude to the school management for making them feel at home despite being away from their parents and family members.
24 students from J&K, under Op Sadbhavana (Batch-II) reached to school on Friday, 29 April 2022, for better education and bright career. Wishing our students a happy and cheerful study experience with their holistic growth to serve the society and the nation.
Display of War Trophies at public places always motivates citizens, specially the youth. Such trophies assume even more importance when displayed at institutions like Gen BC Joshi Army Public School Pithoragarh. Gen BC Joshi, PVSM, AVSM, ADC, COAS, commanded 64 CAV Regiment (consists of T-55 Tanks) during the Indo-Pak war of 1971. Keeping this background in mind, a T-55 Tank was presented by Indian Army as a ‘War-Trophy’ to the school to motivate its students and the youth of Pithoragarh to instill a spirit of patriotism among them. The tank was dedicated & presented to the school by Maj Gen Anil Chandel, Patron, on 27 Apr, 2022. With the installation of the mighty & sturdy tank, the school got its slogan ’शस्त्रे शास्त्रे च कौशलम्’ which means THOSE ARMED WITH KNOWLEDGE ARE SKILLFUL. During the event, the Patron was accompanied by his wife Mrs Nidhi Chandel - Vice Chairman,Zonal AWWA. The Chairman of the School, OIC Schools, Principal, Staff & Students were also present during the ceremony. The Patron was briefed on the latest developments in the school by Principal Mr Vinod K Bhama, followed by a round of the school campus by the dignitaries.
Mrs. Sanghamitra Roy, Chairperson Dental Care & Hygiene AWWA Central Command visited the school on 18 April 2022. The Chairperson was welcomed by presenting a bouquet of flowers by the tiny-tots of IV Std. After the lighting of lamp ceremony, a corridor-briefing was done by the Principal Mr Vinod K. Bhama. The Chairperson was shown the school documentary, followed by a short presentation on the Health & Hygiene Activities conducted in school, by the Principal at his office. The VIP and other distinguished guests were escorted on a round of the school campus, by OIC Schools and the Principal. During campus visit, the ‘best practices in the school’ were shared by the teachers which was highly appreciated by Mrs Sanghamitra. She took keen interest in the recently upgraded projects of the school and expressed her joy seeing the beautiful and world-class infrastructure of the school, including girls’ hostel and the students’ mess. The Principal discussed the latest practices being taken up to improve Communicative English in schools. Mrs Sanghamitra was presented a Kumaouni Women’s portrait in traditional dress, as a token of memory and gratitude for visiting the school.
"A Healthy Mind Dwells in A Healthy Body" Gen BC Joshi APS Pithoragarh marked World Health Day by a lecture given by Medical Officer Maj Jincy in Indoor Sports Complex in the presence of Principal Vinod K. Bhama,Capt Atul Mathur (Bursar) and Staff members. The lecture highlighted various aspects of Health Hazards with particular emphasis on the theme of World Health Day i.e. Our Planet, Our Health. Causes and effects of climate change were discussed with the students of classes VIII, IX and XII. Children participated enthusiastically and learned many things to save our environment and keep our surroundings pollution free.
Change is constant for an adult, but for a child of lower age group it can be difficult and daunting. Hence, establishing regular and effective inter-class interactions are extremely important as it ensures seamless transition from one level of education to another. In order to execute the similar smooth transitions from small to BIG, the toddlers of PAPPS (Panchshul Army Pre-Primary School) were received as guest visitors to the Primary Wing at Gen BC Joshi APS Pithoragarh - their new learning ground, on 28 March, 2022. The young aspirants alongwith visiting to Classrooms, also felt excited while seeing the Resource Room, Music Room, Computer Lab, Sports Room, Playgrounds etc. The tiny learners were really happy and all smiling on getting familiarised with the positive learning environment at their New & Bigger School. Click here to watch the YT Video
Four NCC Cadets (JD) of the school namely Cdt Tapasysa Bisht, Cdt Rovinsh Kumar, Cdr Roshani and Cdt Shubham Singh were awarded by the Commanding Officer. Lt Col BMS Parmar. 80 UK Bn NCC Pithoragarh for their outstanding performance, as follows Cdt Tapasysa Bisht. Class 9A and Cdt Rovinsh kumar, Class 10A. received a cheque worth Rs 3.500/- each, for securing 2 position in BEST CADET COMPETITION of Nainital Gp Cdt Roshani, Class 9C and Cdt Shubham Singh, Class 9A, received a cheque worth Rs 6.000/- each, for winning CWS Scholarships Principal, Gen BC Joshi APS, Pithoragarh, Mr Vinod K Bhama, felicitated these Cdts at Central Lobby of the school and expressed his heartiest congratulation to the achievers
Gen BC Joshi Army Public School, Pithoragarh salutes and celebrates the Indomitable Spirit of our Nari Shakti (International Women's Day 2022) Gen BC Joshi #APS Pithoragarh on March 8 dedicated the renovated Maharani Laxmi Bai Girls Hostel to all girl boarders reinvigorating self confidence and fierceness for living their dreams.
The students of Gen BC Joshi APS Pithoragarh participated in Kick Boxing organised from 6th Jan 2022 to 9 Jan 2022 (6th Jeet Kune Do Federation Cup 2022, New Delhi) and won the medals Rakesh Bisht & Rohit Bisht won the Gold Medal, Mohit Kapri won the Silver Medal, Jitendra & Sumit won the Bronze Medal
Robotics is an entertaining and innovative pedagogical tool that is becoming more and more important every day since, through recreational activities, students develop knowledge and skills that will be very useful for the future. It is the branch of engineering that specializes in the entire creative, construction and application process of robots. The School, in collaboration with Robo Species Technologies Pvt Ltd organised a Robotics Workshop from 4 Jan 2022 to 7 Jan 2022.This workshop was attended by Teachers and students. The School is also setting up a Robotics Lab which will be functional by March 2022.
In the 21st Century, the world is changing fast. Therefore, the conventional education curriculum, which was developed in the early 20th Century, has to pave the way to a new kind of education and learning. In the book 21st Century Skills: Learning for Life in Our Times, the authors Bernie Trilling and Charles Fadel have premised that “the world has changed so fundamentally in the last few decades that the roles of learning and education in day-to-day living have also changed forever”. Holistic development essentially means intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development which can be achieved only through proper education. Therefore, education plays a fundamental role in holistic development. Co-curricular activities help in the holistic development of students and assist in developing critical skills and abilities to be successful and happy in 21st Century life and workplaces. Therefore, the importance of co-curricular activities is immense during school. For the holistic development of the students the School organised the co-curricular activities like Volleyball, Basketball, TT, Singing, Carrom, Chess, Badminton and Cricket Competition (Inter House Competition) for Boarder Students from 22 Dec 2021 to 30 Dec 2021.
“A laboratory is always considered as a relevant and essential part so far as the teaching of Science and Computer is concerned.” School labs are a great place for students which help them enhance their learning by understanding the theoretical concepts of science which are taught in classrooms. Well-designed laboratories not only make science experiments fun but also help students in achieving good academic results. To keep this in view the Sscience Labs are renovated to meet the requirements of 21sr Century Education.
On 24 Dec 2021 two of ALUMNI Lt Ravindra Singh (Class XII 2014 Batch) and Lt Pushpak Dhami (Class XII 2016 Batch) visited the School. Both selected with Direct Entry and just passed out last week from IMA. Both are Localites and Wards of ESM. Both the Alumni met the OIC Schools and the Principal They also interacted with Students incl Boarders and shared their experience and memories of our School and of IMA Trg. The ex students' visit was motivating and inspiring and they had Lunch in the Students' Mess THEY APPRECIATED THE UPGRADATION OF THE SCHOOL CAMPUS
“We clap hands and welcome the peace of Christmas. We beckon this good season to wait a while with us.” – Maya Angelou To spread the message of love, compassion and harmony among students and also to celebrate the ‘Unity in Diversity’ , Gen BC Joshi APS organised an event on 23 Dec 2021. It was celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm. The children of Class V brought into life: The story of "Rudolf: The Reindeer" and Class IV dressed up as Christ, Angels, Father Joseph and Mother Mary delivered the true message of Christmas and the life lesson- to love all.
The School Management honoured the Group D Staff Members on 18 Dec 2021 for the hard work they put in and for every extra-mile they take for the upliftment of the school. Each staff member was presented with a gift followed by a special lunch for them. The OIC Schools Mr BC Sati, Principal Mr Vinod K Bhama and Officiating Bursar Mr Sanjeev Masih expressed their gratitude and congratulated all the members. Group D staff members also expressed their gratitude for the Cachet & respect conferred upon them and expressed their commitment to continue serving the organization with the same zeal and integrity.
’मिले सुर मेरा तुम्हारा’ - A Cultural Fest under the ‘Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav Campaign’ was organised by the tiny-tots of Primary Wing of our school on 14.12.2021. The budding stars of III to V Stds participated in the programme with great enthusiasm, and showcased various cultures, traditional attires & dance forms alongwith the cuisines of different states of our country. It was indeed a gala time for the young minds through which they could share knowledge with each other while exhibiting their talents.
Our school celebrated its 26th Founder’s Day at the Indoor Stadium of the school on 16 October, 2021. Brig. Saurabh Shinde, Hon’ble Chairman, General BC Joshi Army Public School, Pithoragarh, honoured the occasion by being the Chief Guest. Col BC Sati, OIC Schools and SO to the Chairman, and Mrs Kamala Nikhurpa, Principal, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pithoragarh, graced the event by being the Guests of Honour. Keeping in mind the maintaining of COVID protocol, the no. of audience was restricted and only the Hostel Students, Awardees Students , Teachers and Staff attended the function. Read More..
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Mr. Vinod K. Bhama joined as the new Principal, General B C Joshi Army Public School, Pithoragarh, wef 01 Oct, 2021. The OIC Schools and SO to the Chairman Col B C Sati, Bursar Capt (IN) Atul Swaroop Mathur (Retd) and Members of the Staff welcomed the new Principal. The OIC Schools and the Bursar apprised the new Principal of the on-going activities and works in the school. A department-wise briefing through Power Point Presentation was given to Mr. Bhama, Principal, by all the HODs, which included the on-going activities, progress and challenges in the respective deptts. Subsequently, Mr. Bhama also shared his vision with the staff during his Interaction Session on Oct 01, 2021. He also emphasized on creating a team sprit among the staff to take the school to greater heights. Mr. Vinod K. Bhama, has about 26 years of experience in Teaching as well Administration in School and also the Defence forces. He is an alumnus of the prestigious Sainik School, Kunjpura.
Today on date 13 Oct 2021 NDA and TES Orientation Program was conducted by Ms Kiran Samant under the guidance of OIC School Col BC Sathi and Principal Vinod K. Bhama for class XII Students. In this program How to join Indian Army via NDA and TES was given. Ms Kiran with the help of wonderful PPT discussed about QRs, Pathway, different Phases and important dates were elaborated to clear all the doubts of Student in respect of upcoming NDA examination i.e 14th Nov. Adding to this Honorable OIC School Col BC Sathi shared his experience among the Students giving deep insight why should students join an Army. He briefed about how Indian Army is so great and give extremely good, reputed carrier option. He also told students one should not be afraid of rejections, failures because what failure can teach that cannot be thought successes cannot and hence one should keep trying and one day one opportunity will make you successful and change entire scenario. The session was very appreciated by all the students and HODs. Few glymps are as follows:
Gen BC Joshi is now geared up to welcome its students back in the hostels and for this the hostels have undergone complete painting and renovation. These two pictures are merely an example to demonstrate the transformation. We are not only uplifting infrastructure but also going to redefine the school's system. We welcome you in the pious land to study, learn and witness the goodness.
Meditation is the journey inwards, a journey of self-discovery or, in fact, re-discovery. Meditation is time taken for quiet reflection and silence, away from the hustle and bustle of daily living. Taking time out enables us to come back to a centred place of being. In our modern world, the pace of life is growing ever faster and we are losing touch with our true inner peace and power. When we no longer feel grounded, we can experience ourselves pushed and pulled in many different directions. It is at this point that we start to experience stress and a feeling of being trapped. Gradually, over time, this feeling leads to illness and disease, as our mental, emotional and physical health is thrown out of balance.
For this, a spiritual program was conducted on 09th Oct 2021. School's OIC welcomed the dignified and spiritually rich team from Brahma Kumaris followed with offering of bouquet by Mr. Lalit Mohan Tiwari ( HOD Commerce). Then Sister Manju addressed the House and told the importance of inner peace. She gave wonderful examples of how to be calm and happy in all kind of situations. Raja Yoga was also an intend part of it. At the end, Dr. Naresh Kapri (HOD Social Science) and Mrs. Anita Pandey gave their word of thanks on behalf of whole staff members.