The Senior School Quiz Society is one of the oldest and most prestigious societies of St.
Columba's School.
It aims to bring together like-minded individuals who wish to test their knowledge and
expand it regularly through the various quizzes that are hosted all year round.
The society has conducted a few rounds of quizzes for all the students of the senior school
interested in
enhancing their general awareness and intellect.
In the coming months of the academic year 2023-24, a number of training sessions as well as
practice quizzes
will be scheduled for the members of the society. The sessions will be conducted by the more
experienced
seniors and alumni of the QuizSoc so that they can pass on the art of solving questions, not
only by
knowledge, but also by logic! These sessions and quizzes go a long way to help our students
to shine
in the upcoming quizzes to be held at the school as well as college level.
The members of the quiz society who have passed out from school are entrusted with the
responsibility
of conducting the esteemed Columban Open Quiz, which typically takes place in the month of
July, and
is the biggest and most acclaimed school quiz in northern India.
Teacher Incharges -
MRS. R. POPLI & MRS. R. NAGPAL
The reboot society is an assemblage of six of the most well known, popular and skill
demanding
hobbies in the present day. These include; Coding, Editing, Photography, Cryptography, Music
and Gaming. Students from across the senior school have shown off their skills and won many
accolades for the school. From securing podiums in gaming to crushing the competition in
inter
school hackathons, the extremely talented members of the society work as a team under the
guidance of the teachers in charge as well as the heads. Furthermore, the reboot society
even hosted an intra-school event of its own, “OculuX”, a well planned, on campus
cryptic-treasure hunt, pushing its reach even to classes 9 and 10 with responses from
over 200 students making the event a huge success. Here at the society, it is also ensured
that every member has equal opportunities to represent the school in competitions and the
lists of competitions are shared with everyone and decisions are made collectively with
active involvement of the heads and members. What started as a simple idea is now the
fastest growing society in the school, training and mentoring more students every year
and providing them with exposure.
Teacher Incharge -
MR. M. VAZ
The vector Society is a well established extracurricular society which involves various
domains of
technology like Coding, Photography, design and even gaming and many more.
The members of the vector society participate in various hackathons, design, gaming,
Photography
competitions, cryptic hunts and many more.
The juniors are mentored and guided by the teachers and seniors in all aspects which helps
them grow.
This also provides them exposure to completion in the real life professional domain helping
them take
a practical approach to growth.
Teacher Incharges-
MRS. R. NAGPAL & MR. M. FERNANDES
The club is an initiative of the CBSE
Aims and Objectives:
1. The club reiterates the importance of Holistic education for the all- round development of
the student and the support extended by co-scholastic activities such as music,dance and art
towards achieving the same.
2. Providing opportunities for students to nurture and develop their innate creative talents.
3. In this fast changing globally connected world, it is crucial to strengthen the cultural
roots by preserving, promoting and popularising national heritage.
Teacher Incharges-
MS. PRATIMA SAXENA & MR. DENNIS MATHEW
The Art Society is a community of students who share a deep passion for the arts. It provides
a
platform for students to explore their creativity, improve their artistic skills, engage in
thoughtful
discussions about art and culture, and inspire their peers to appreciate and create art.
From sport
day to Christmas day, the Art Society takes the lead in creating and executing art and craft
activities
for major events. The society is responsible for designing and creating various artistic
elements that
enhance the visual appeal of these events. They play a significant role in creating banners,
posters,
stage backdrops, and other decorative items. Their contributions are instrumental in
creating a
festive and vibrant atmosphere that adds to the overall experience of these events. Thanks
to the
Art Society's efforts, students are exposed to various art forms and are encouraged to
pursue their
creative passions. In addition to hosting events, the society runs monthly tasks that
promote
artistic expression and help students expand their skills. These tasks are designed to
encourage
students to explore different art forms and to develop a deeper understanding of various
artistic
styles. Through these activities, students are encouraged to explore the nuances of
different art
forms and the power of visual storytelling. To carry this vision forward, this year our
society
has set its sights on a number of exciting initiatives for the upcoming year of 2023 - 2024.
One
of the key events planned is a workshop on Art and Design, providing aspiring artists with
the
knowledge and skills needed to bring their creative ideas to life. Additionally, the Society
plans
to organize an Art Quiz competition where students can test their knowledge on art, art
history,
and other artistic works giving an excellent opportunity to students to showcase their
artistic
abilities and engage in friendly competition. Another initiative is the Art Contest, which
will
invite students to submit their original artwork. The competition will also feature
professional
artists as judges, offering valuable feedback and insights to aspiring artists. Finally, the
Society
hopes to host an Art Exhibition, if possible, providing students with a platform to showcase
their
artistic works with an audience. Overall, the Art Society is an excellent community for
students
who are interested in art and creativity. Through its various events and activities, the
society
provides an avenue for students to expand their knowledge of art, develop their artistic
skills,
and form lasting connections with like-minded individuals.
Teacher Incharge-
MRS. V. CHAUHAN
The Literary Society is a community of students who share a deep love for literature. The
society provides a platform for students to explore their creativity, improve their writing
skills, and engage in thoughtful discussions about books and literature. This inculcates the
habit of reading amongst their peers. One of the most exciting events hosted by the society
is 'Reader's Day', where students from our school come together to celebrate the joys of
reading. This event has been a huge success in the past, with students participating in a
variety of activities such as book readings, poem writing, book exchanges, and writing
contests. It has helped to create a wider community of readers and has fostered a love for
literature among students. In addition to hosting events, the society runs monthly tasks
that promote reading and help students expand their vocabulary. These tasks are designed to
encourage students to read books outside their comfort zones and to develop a deeper
understanding of different genres and writing styles. Through these activities, students are
encouraged to explore the nuances of language and the power of storytelling. The Society
organises quiz competitions where students can test their knowledge on literature, poetry,
and other literary works, giving an excellent opportunity to showcase their literary prowess
and engage in friendly competition. Another initiative is the ‘Short Story Competition’,
which will invite students to submit their original short stories. The competition will also
feature professional writers as judges, offering valuable feedback and insights to aspiring
writers. The Literary Society is an excellent community for students who are interested in
literature and writing. Through its various events and activities, the society provides an
avenue for students to expand their knowledge of literature, develop their writing skills,
and form lasting connections with like-minded individuals.
Teacher Incharge-
Mr. Dennis Joy Stephen
1. Purpose
- To increase interactivity and openness about environmental issues & hazards and how they
can affect
each one of us.
- To spread awareness about a student’s responsibility in maintaining the environment.
- To provide a proper platform for the students to explore their natural surroundings and
share their
ideas, thoughts, and creativity.
- To reach out to as many people as possible and help them in case of any natural
unforeseeable disaster.
- To highlight the importance of why we need the Environment Awareness & Disaster Management
Society in
the school.
Activities Conducted in the Previous Academic Year
- Plantation campaign on July 7th, 2022 - The first sapling "FICUS VIRENS" was planted by
the Principal Br.
Robert Fernandes followed by Br. Sameer, Mr. Naresh Chopra (Administrator) along with other
school staff.
Total 11(7 PURGING CASSIA + 4 FICUS VIRENS) saplings were planted.
- Plantation in Bio-diversity Park, Aravali Hills, Gurugram – Students of Class 12 along
with the teachers, visited the site and organised a plantation drive in collaboration with
the NGO " Iamgurgoan" Iamgurgaon is a citizen’s initiative focused on restoring Gurgaon’s
green habitat that has been lost to rampant urbanization. The group, formed by concerned
residents, strives to make a difference by creating environments that heal the ecology of
the city. (website: iamgurgaon.org). Students interacted with Mr Vijay Dhasmana, who has
been actively involved with the NGO for over a decade and has successfully delivered the
projects - Direction and Management of Aravali Biodiversity Park, Ecological restoration of
Nagar Van, Ecological restoration of Sikanderpur Forest, Creation of Badshahpur
Forest Corridor, etc.
- Launched “E-Safai” - An initiative to educate and spread awareness of Environmental
hazards of electronic waste, also known as E-waste, was executed and a seminar was organised
in the Senior School library. Two E-waste bins were placed in the Middle & Senior wing and a
huge quantity of electronic waste was collected by students as well as by Teachers. E- waste
was handed over to the NGO and a certificate was presented to the
school.
- “NO to single-use Plastic” Campaign - Single use plastics are the strongest threat to the
environment, wildlife, water bodies and people. They contribute to rising pollution levels
and the toxic chemicals released from the plastic can infect groundwater and may cause
deadly disease. The morning assembly was conducted regarding the same. EA & DM society has
advised all the stakeholders to avoid usage of single use plastic in
School Premises.
To avoid disposable water bottles, we opted for water campers for a major event conducted in
school
3. Planned Activities for this Academic Year - Assembly by the Environment Awareness &
Disaster Management
Society (11th May) – on the Fire Safety Drill and environment awareness - Fire safety mock
drill
(12th May) – to ensure that everyone is well
versed with the procedures to follow during an unprecedented emergency.
- Earthquake Evacuation Drill – to familiarise the students with the safety protocols that
need to be
followed during an earthquake. - Cleanliness Drive during the Educational Trip in Summer
Break
(Dalhousie-Khajjiyar) – students will actively participate to clean the
surroundings and instil a spirit of teamwork.
- Plantation Drive in the Monsoon Season – to protect and preserve the important
biodiversity of the
city and ensure that each student plays his part in the same.
- Assembly by the Environment Awareness & Disaster Management Society – on Water
Conservation and
emphasising on the need and creating an awareness for the same.
- Various other awareness campaigns throughout the year.
- Class-wise interaction session with classes 11th & 12th on the emerging issues of “Climate
Change”
and its varying effects on life.
4. Outcomes
- Presence of an active and reputable Environment Awareness & Disaster Management Society in
the school,
which will further highlight its significance.
- Increase of seriousness in the mindsets of students about the part they would play in
saving the environment.
- Creating a safe space to talk about the impeding natural/human disasters and come up with
subsequent solutions
for the same.
- Making sure everyone knows what to do in case of a life-threatening emergency.
Teacher Incharge-
MR. R. K. SHARMA
The Just Ed Society was officially instituted in the Senior School on the 5th of May, 2017
on the Feast of our Founder Blessed Edmund Rice by Bro. E.V. Miranda, our Principal. Keeping
in mind the Eight Essential Principles of a Christian Brothers’ Institution this new
initiative was undertaken to integrate the principle of Education in Justice, Advocacy and
Social Concern in our students. The new society has been given the name The Just Ed Society,
which stands for Education in Justice. This society invites the students of Senior School to
join in the charism of our Founder Blessed Edmund Rice of selfless love and service.
Through the Just Ed Society, the students work as Ambassadors of Edmund by becoming
torch-bearers of change first in the school community and then in the larger society around
them and in the world at large. They study in-depth the issues of Human Rights, Earth Rights
and Social Justice and also disseminate their gained knowledge and awareness to the school
community by keeping them informed of the various issues of concern in these areas. They
participate in and lead the various Community Outreach and Justice activities of the school
and also help in coordination, planning, creation and implementation of the Yearly Justice
Plan for the School.
The Membership of the Society has risen over the years as can be seen by the fact that it
began with just 9 members in the year 2017 and in the last few years has grown to up to more
than 30 members. Members are selected from class 11 and 12. There is a formal process for
selection through applications and interviews. The Society is led by the Justice Coordinator
of the School and also by one of the Senior School Animators
The Society has Leadership Roles as follows - President (Class 12), Vice President I (Class
12), Vice President II (Class 11) and Secretary (Class 11).
Last year the Activities conducted by the Just Ed Society are –
• International Mandela Day Assembly - July
• Human Rights Training – July
• Green School Audit – July to August
• Gender Sensitivity Training – August
• Edmund Rice Justice Meet SCS– September
• Edmund Rice Justice Meet Finale – November
• The Justice News Desk – May 2024 to February 2025
• ERI Youth Ambassadors’ Residential Training – December 2025
Upcoming Activities:
• Nelson Mandela Day – July
• Edmund Rice Justice Meet – August (Theme G20)
Teacher Incharge-
MS. GRACE DAVID
The Commerce Society consists of members who share a deep interest in gaining knowledge about
the
world of business and economics. The society works together to provide interested students
with an
opportunity to present their business acumen and gain practical knowledge alongside the
theoretical
knowledge they gain in the classroom. Members of the Commerce Society are dedicated towards
improving
their real-life skills and knowledge and preparing themselves for the future of the business
world
beyond the limits of the school. The main event that the Commerce Society hosts is ‘Conflux
’ during
the Columban Fest which is an annual fest that the St. Columba’s School organises. It is an
event
where all the brightest minds of the Commerce Society, both past and present come together
and
develop a competition unlike any other where students across prestigious schools in Delhi
compete
to prove their mettle. The Commerce Society sends its members to competitions in the most
renowned
schools and colleges like Shri Ram College of Commerce, Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business
Studies
and Shri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce amongst others where students get to
participate in
various competitions consisting of debates on the economic situation in the country and
across the
globe. Students get to participate in quizzes that quiz them on their knowledge about the
business
world. Students get to develop business plans, come up with innovative ideas and get to
pitch their
ideas in front of prominent people in the business world which helps in developing their
public
speaking ability while getting valuable feedback on their efforts. Some of the prominent
events
include names like Prodigy hosted by Shaheed Sukhdev College of Commerce, Shri Ram Economic
Summit hosted by Shree Ram College of Commerce, Eco Mania hosted by DPS Mathura Road, and
Bizeco
hosted by DPS Rohini amongst other competitions. To carry forward the vision of the commerce
society, we plan to conduct various enriching activities for the members which include
workshops
on developing business skills amongst students and preparing them for the outside world. We
also
plan to have various interactions with our seniors who are currently doing amazing in the
world
of finance and economics and have discussions with them about how to move forward in our
careers,
which are relevant skill sets to develop and to prepare and win various competitions related
to
business and finance. Many members of the commerce society in previous years have gone on to
become the heads and the presidents of various finance and investment cells of renowned
institutions
across the country and the globe. Thus, the Commerce Society is a perfect opportunity for
students
to present their skills, develop by gaining experience and practical knowledge and prove
themselves
in the world that comes after school.
Teacher Incharge-
MRS. AASHIMA KHANNA & MRS. REETA SHARMA
The Editorial Board is one of the most prestigious societies in St. Columba’s School.
Through ‘The Columban’, the annual school magazine, the Editorial Board aims to highlight
the hard work and dedication of students of the school throughout the year, who work
tirelessly to showcase the ethos of the school in every aspect of their lives: working in
the right direction, sincerely and constantly. ‘The Columban’ is published every year in
July, and provides a platform to students to showcase their artistic and literary talents.
Through class photographs, the magazine allows students to cherish their good old school
days. The members of the Editorial Board gain experience in the fields of editing and
designing. The Editorial Board provides opportunity to interview alumni of St. Columba’s
School who have succeeded in their fields of work. Working in the Editorial Board inculcates
a team spirit in students, setting them up for future success.
Teacher Incharge-
MR. LIBIN JOSEPH
The Debating Society of St. Columba’s School is a premier group which consists of 60 debaters
from classes 11th and 12th. 5 membered team from each section is selected after a rigorous
and rigid selection procedure under the guidance of English faculty. The main aim of the
society is for students to generate effective critical thinking into the issues given in the
topic. This society provides them a platform to engage actively in the research work and
enhance their ability to structure, organise and present their thoughts in a convincing way.
Alongside, the society has proven to hone student’s communication skills and helps them to
face a wide audience with confidence and assurance.
The society conducts the Inter Class Debate Competition for the sections of class 12 in the
month of April and for class 11 Inter Class in the month of July. In Best Speaker’s Debate
the most talented orators of classes 11 and 12 will compete against each other to get the
title of the Best Speaker. These speakers will be chosen based on their scores in the
preliminary stages. The chosen few battle it out for the top debating honour. The students
of the debating society are also sent for different Inter School Debates which gives them
enough exposure to excel in the field of debating.
Teacher Incharge-
MR. L. JOSEPH & Mr. D. Stephen
The music club of the senior school aims to train and equip its members to increase in their
knowledge
and ability as individual musicians and also facilitate an environment where the students
can form Groups
and bands and explore playing music with others.
So far we have had performances at the Earth Day assembly, Labour Day Assembly and the Edmund
Rice Day
Assembly and plan to have more over the course of this academic year building each member in
the confidence
and experience which is needed as a musician. The members of the music club also get a
chance to get
selected for the School Band, which represents the school at various Inter-School music
events and
competitions.
Teacher Incharge-
VERNAN VERMA