Udgam School Ahmedabad, Gujarat

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February 3, 2012

Executive Director: Manan Choksi
A student of Udgam School, Manan Choksi has studied here from Nursery to the 12th standard. Since 2003, he has been working with the school as an Executive Director. As a practicing Chartered Accountant, he is partner in one of the
leading CA firms in Gujarat. He has founded a software company and an Accounting company. Apart from Education he has interests in BPO, Real-Estate and Healthcare. He is the director of RE/ MAX MGM, which is one of India’s best franchise businesses in real estate. An ardent advocate of technology, he has been instrumental in bringing up the level of IT in the school.
Advantage digital technologies
In the modern age, digital technology is necessary for getting Our ambition is to use the latest tools from technology to create a learning environment that is conducive for the development of a child’s mind
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students interested in the process of learning. Such technologies also have the effect of improving a teacher’s productivity in the classroom. Digital teaching tools help teachers to teach faster and this naturally leads to improvement in a student’s performance. Tools like Tablet PCs are especially useful, as students are attracted to such devices. In future we plan to deploy more Tablet PCs to make education even more interesting for our students.

Digital technologies in use:
a. HCL Smart board in all classrooms
b. Mindspark software for teaching maths
c. Waterford software to teach language
d. Apple iPad for KG students
e. Android Tablet for students from Third to Seventh
grade
f. School Cinema for audio visual content
g. Laptops for all teachers
h. System to send SMS alert to parents if child is absent

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Our ambition is to use the latest tools from technology to create a learning environment that is conducive for the development of a child’s mind.

Shri L G Haria Multipurpose School Valsad, Gujarat

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February 3, 2012

Chairman: Kantibhai Haria
Kantibhai Haria is the son of Lakhamshi Govindji Haria, a pioneer behind the chain of schools and technical institutions located in different parts of Gujarat. Kantibhai Haria has left no stone unturned in achieving his father’s dreams of creating vibrant institutions. Under his leadership, Shri L G Haria Multipurpose School has turned into a full-fledged educational institution. Digital teaching tools, which encompass videos, audios and We are against the idea of making students sponge on facts and figures; we wish to use digital tools to provide practical training to our students The institute has deployed Iken Library, English Language Lab, Simulators and different types of automation systems for providing better education facilities. The institute has around 75 computers.

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pictures, are naturally imbued with the power of attracting the present generation of students. Digital classrooms are becoming mandatory in all the schools. There is growing confidence among teachers as the content is engaging and motivating the students both outside and inside the classroom.

C S International School Mandi Gobindgarh

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February 3, 2012

Chairman: C S Matharoo
C S Matharoo, the founding chairman of C.S. International School, dreams of having 100 percent literacy in the country. The doors of CS International School are open to all students, including those who are physically challenged and are from economically deprived families. He strongly believes that adequate importance must be given to national language and mother tongue. Modern digital teaching tools are proving to be potent me- The Institute is focussed on using digital tools to improve the quality of education being offered to the students
At present we are having a Computer Lab with Internet access. Three of our classrooms have been empowered with Iken Classroom System, which is empowered by Mexus Education. Currently we have one computer for every two students.

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diums for empowering the students. In the long run, the digital tools bring down the cost of spreading the reach and scope of education. For the learners, the tryst with digital tools and content is a great bliss.

Avelon International School Alwer, Rajasthan

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February 3, 2012

Principal: Mona Dubey
Born in 1971 at Jaipur, Mona Dubey’s father passed away when she was only four years old. She completed her graduation in Chemistry in 1990. Presently her life is devoted to raising the level of education in rural Rajashtan. She has written books on environmental science. Digital teaching tools are conducive for enhancing the pace of learning in classrooms. A vibrant learning environment is We aim to use every possible new innovation in education for furthering the educational and career related goals of our students Currently the institute has deployed many resources from Mexus Education. In times to come we will be deploying Language Lab and Virtual Science Labs. We have one computer for every four students. We often make use of content from World Wide Web and Cloud Space for teaching.

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easy to create by use of digital tools. Large amount of resources easily become available to the students once they get connected to the web based resources.

A’s Steward Morris School Bhilwara, Rajasthan

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February 3, 2012

Director: Amit Tak
It was about eight years ago that Amit Tak started A’s Steward Morris School. He is deeply involved in technology related activities. He also supports humanitarian and philanthropic endeavors in and around Bhilwara region. He has an eye for detail and expects nothing but excellence. Digital teaching tools are the building blocks for effective ed- To serve the needs of its students, the school aims to have a modern campus with superlative technological facilities,
The school has opted for 16 IKEN classes, with RS System, ELL and ILL. In times to come, we plan to increase the number of IKEN classes. Every student in the school has access his own computer. We often source content from the internet; usage of Cloud Computing is also on the cards.

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It provides us with access to lot of information. Through digital tools, the teacher is effectively able to communicate, replicate, and ensure understanding of multiple topics.

Kennedy High School Guntur, Andhra Pradesh

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February 3, 2012

Principal: K B Savitri

Currently serving as the principal, K B Savitri is also the school’s founder. She is Masters in Literature from Andhra University and has worked in education for last 40 years. For the first ten years of her career she served as a teacher. Since 1981, when Kennedy High School was founded, she has served as the principal. Her life has been totally devoted to education, and she is very passionate about facilitating best educational practices through a combination of traditional and modern methods.

Modern digital technologies

We are of the opinion that the modern digital technologies are uniquely capable of furthering the aim of education. Interactive digital learning is a must in today’s classrooms, as it facilitates the participation of students. Modern technologies lead to livelyassessments, which in turn enable the entire process of education to become centred on the child.

Digital technologies already deployed:

a. Green computing labs built on NComputing technology
b. Interactive Whiteboards and digital slates
c. Visualizers in science labs and seminar halls
d. Electronic Voting Systems in the quiz halls
e. Digital content from Next Education and Edurite
f. Virtual lab software for English, science and maths
g. Solutions from School Serv

In our institution students from Class III to IX get access to computers. Generally there is one computer for every ten students. NComputing technology has helped us reduce this mismatch between students and computers. So during English Language Lab, every student gets access to his or her own personal device.

We occasionally source premium educational content from Cloud Space and World Wide Web for teaching our students.

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“Our school aims to impart the kind of training that can enable students to develop into pre-eminent citizens who “Think Indian & Act Global”.

Ramadevi Public School Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh

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February 3, 2012

Principal: Maruthi Ram Prasad
A techno-savvy proactive academician holding master’s degree in life-sciences and education, Maruthi Ram Prasad has 25 years of teaching experience. He has played a seminal role in conducting several educational events and sports meets at the regional and national levels. He has also been instrumental in designing and developing excellent academic systems like Mentor-Mentee system, Vocabulary Corridor, Language Learning Labs, Weekend Academic Programmes (WAPs) and much else.

Meaningful use of digital tools
The modern digital teaching tools play an immensely meaningful role in enhancing the reach and efficacy of education. Larger number of students in far flung areas can gain access to quality

Technologies already deployed in the institute:

a. Computer science labs
b. Promethean white board teaching system
c. LCD projection system
d. School Automation System (Edulive), English Language
Lab
e. On line teaching system from IIT Foundation

education through digital methodologies. Teachers find it easy to disseminate their courseware through digital mediums. The courseware contrived from video and audio materials, along with text, makes it much easier for students to gain understanding of the subject. From my personal experience, I can say that digital teaching tools have a great potential for integrating academic initiatives and bringing best possible results in the students. Currently the ratio of students to computers stands at a healthy 2:1. Educational material available on the web and the cloud space is occasionally used by the institute.

Vision For Future
We at Ramadevi Public School are inspired by the desire of integrating our system of education with latest technology, so that our students can enjoy maximum advantage.

American School of Bombay Mumbai, Maharashtra

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February 3, 2012

Superintendent: Craig Johnson

Craig Johnson returned to India, where he spent 12 years of his childhood, after living in Brazil for 15 years. While he was in Brazil, he served as a High School Principal and Headmaster of two different schools. A dedicated educationist, Johnson endeavours to stay engaged with his students by coaching soccer, and trying to teach or co-teach in an English class as often as possible. A regular presenter and workshop facilitator on a variety of Leadership and School Improvement topics, Johnson has also published a novel, Wave Watcher. His second novel is expected to arrive soon.

Varied experiences for students

We firmly believe that Information Technology is eminently capable of promoting active learning. It allows our teachers to share information efficiently and conduct their teaching with proficiency. It also enables the administrators to develop a seamless system of management, one that facilitates timely communications between students, teachers, administrators and parents.

Even though American School of Bombay is designed in a rather USA style, the settings are primarily Indian. The community of teachers and students are from 40 countries and this enables our students to have rich and varied experiences

Efficiency through digital tools

Currently the school has deployed technologies like: Google Apps, Windows Live@Edu, Adobe Connect, Destiny, Dropbox, Discovery and Safari Video Streaming. Every student at ASB has their own laptop or device. Games based learning and social technologies are just some of the many tools being researched at the moment and will be used in the future. To learn more follow us on : http://blogs.asbindia.org/findings/, http://blogs.asbindia.org/findings/taskforce-update/

All traditional application-based learning and management services have been moved to a cloud based environment while retaining secure, reliable service in order to better facilitate anytime, anywhere learning opportunities.

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We seek to empower our students with skills, courage, optimism and integrity so that they can pursue their dreams and enhance the lives of others

More than 53 Percent Girls avail Pre-Matric Scholarships

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February 3, 2012

Under the Pre-matric Scholarship Scheme of the Ministry of Minority Affairs, 53.35 percent scholarships have gone to the girl students during the current Financial Year till January 2012. As per the latest data available with the Ministry of Minority Affairs, as on 31st January 2012, a total of 34,71,017 students have been awarded Pre-matric scholarships; out of which 18,51,948 are girl students ( which is 53.35 percent) and the number of boy students is 16,19,069. This Scheme is for the benefit of students belonging to minority communities from class I to class X and was started in 2008-09. Under it 30 percent scholarships are earmarked for the girl students, but the actual achievement 31st January 2012 has much exceeded the target.

Sri Venkateshwar International School Dwarka, New Delhi

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February 2, 2012

Principal: Nita Arora
Of the 30 years full of rich and varied experiences that Nita Arora spent in the field of education, 16 years saw her taking care of administrative responsibilities. At Sri Venkateshwar International School she leads a team of dedicated faculty members whose primary focus in life is to empower ignited minds. Her working style is marked by her desire to encourage her faculty and students to be always eager to take maximum advantage of the dynamic and ever-evolving learning and teaching environments. She holds a first class Masters in Zoology from Delhi University.

Integrating IT in school activities
At Sri Venkateshwar International School, we are enthused by the prospect of integrating IT and ICT in all spheres of school’s activities. We are providing ample opportunities to our staff and out student community to come face to face with new technologies. There is a clear cut emphasis on motivating deeper involvement with ICT enabled practices in order to enhance the scope of education that is being offered. The faculty is doing its best to bring the students closer to new technology so that they can feel free to use new tools in every sphere of life.

Digital Tools for teaching
The school uses a wide range of technological tools for teaching and for administrative purposes. Some of the most outstanding technologies at our disposal include – Digitally equipped classrooms, Educomp Smart Class and EZ Vidya Curriculum. We are also having a Math Programme, Virtual Science Lab, Video Game Design, Multimedia Production and much else. There is a vibrant Robotic Club. IT related technology is also being used for training staff, streamlining the system of assessing students, maintaining database, video conferencing, etc. Our transport facilities are GPS enabled. Every child in the school has access to a personal computer. We often source premium educational content available on the World Wide Web for teaching purposes.

Vision For Future
Our aim is to use cutting edge technology and new teaching methods to provide high quality education to our students.

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