School Magazine
Partnering with Parents: Nurturing Every Child, Together
Each day, children step into school not just with books and bags, but with questions, hopes, dreams, and untapped potential. As teachers, we are fortunate to witness the many dimensions of their school life — from moments of discovery and creative expression to friendships formed, challenges overcome, and silent acts of kindness. But we also understand that, for parents, much of this remains unseen. The true essence of school life— the growth beyond grades — can sometimes feel distant.
This is why we are committed to building a stronger bridge between home and school. We believe that learning goes beyond academics; it includes shaping character, nurturing emotional well-being, encouraging curiosity, and building life skills that prepare students for the real world. Through Life Skills classes, co-curricular activities, group projects, and value-based learning, our students are constantly developing confidence, empathy, resilience, and teamwork — essential qualities that will serve them navigate well beyond the classroom.
We make it a point to celebrate more than just marks. Consistent effort, creativity, problem- solving, leadership, kindness, and personal improvement are all deeply valued and regularly acknowledged. Every child’s journey is unique, and it is our endeavour to ensure that each one feels seen, appreciated, and empowered. Milestones, big and small, are recognised because we know that progress isn’t always measured in numbers.
To keep parents meaningfully connected, we provide multiple avenues for communication. From regular newsletters and monthly V Konnect sessions to parent-teacher interactions and school events, we strive to give you a clear window into your child’s school experience. These platforms offer insights into what your child is learning, the values being instilled, and the skills being nurtured — helping you stay engaged and informed.
We deeply value the partnership we share with our parent community. Your trust, feedback, and involvement enrich the learning environment and help us support each child more holistically. Together, we create a space where children feel safe to explore, confident to express, and inspired to grow.
Let’s continue walking this path as partners — celebrating each child’s journey, supporting their unique potential, and shaping a school experience that is joyful, inclusive, and future-ready.
Ganginee Das
Academic Coordinator-Middle Stage
NCFE-CVR
Teacher Induction Programme - (2025-26)
The Annual Teacher Induction Program of National Centre for Excellence is a cornerstone of its commitment to empowering educators and fostering professional excellence. Designed to upskill and equip teachers with the latest teaching practices, the program ensures that all faculty members are aligned with the school’s vision of continuous learning and teacher empowerment.
This year, the program commenced on May 7, 2025, with new teachers reporting earlier to receive additional orientation and support. They were warmly welcomed into the NCFE community, setting a positive tone for the year ahead. The Chief Operating Officer, Ms Sunalini Benjamin addressed the group, outlining the expectations and goals for the academic year.
Following this, the Principals and leadership teams from all three campuses, in collaboration with the Learning Centre, led the sessions and provided guidance. A highlight of the program was the series of subject-specific workshops conducted in partnership with IPN Academy. These workshops offered teachers valuable insights into current methodologies and effective strategies tailored to their respective subject areas.
Empowering teachers remains a core vision of NCFE, and the induction program continues to be a vital step in nurturing confident, innovative, and well-prepared educators.
Parent Orientation Programme
To foster a strong partnership between parents and teachers and to familiarize parents with the school environment, Parent Orientation Programme was successfully conducted at NCFE CVR on various dates for various stages.
The event began with a warm welcome by our Principal- Ms. Deepa R, who emphasized the importance of parental involvement in a child’s educational journey. The Principal, along with our leadership team, gave detailed presentations about the curriculum, teaching methodologies, assessment patterns, school rules, and co-curricular activities. They also highlighted the school's vision, mission, and values. The orientation aimed to help parents understand their role in supporting their child's learning both at school and at home.
Special sessions were conducted for parents of students in pre-primary and primary grades to explain the transition process and daily routines. Parents also had the opportunity to clarify doubts regarding school rules, and share their expectations.
The session concluded with an open house, where parents appreciated the school’s efforts in maintaining transparency and building a collaborative learning environment. Overall, the programme was informative, interactive, and well-received by all participants.
World Ocean Day Celebration at NCFE
Every year, World Ocean Day is celebrated on June 8th to spread awareness about the importance of oceans and the need to protect them. Oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth's surface and are home to an incredible variety of life. They provide us with food, oxygen, and even help regulate the planet’s climate. However, due to pollution, overfishing, and climate change, our oceans are in danger.
At NCFE, we celebrated World Ocean Day with great enthusiasm and purpose. The event began with an inspiring speech by our social science expert, Laya Ma’am. She spoke about the urgent need to protect marine life and how every small step from saying no to plastic to keeping our beaches clean can make a big difference. Her message truly inspired us to think about our role in saving the oceans.
Adding rhythm and joy to the celebration, our students performed a beautiful dance on a song based on ocean conservation. Through their graceful movements and expressive storytelling, they shared a powerful message: Let’s protect what we love. The performance was not only entertaining but also educational, reminding us of the beauty of the underwater world and the importance of keeping it safe.
The celebration was a perfect blend of learning and creativity, leaving us with a renewed sense of responsibility toward our planet’s blue heart—the ocean.
Let’s all pledge to keep our oceans clean and healthy for generations to come!
INVESTITURE CEREMONY 2025 A New Chapter in School Leadership
The 19th Investiture Ceremony of the National Center for Excellence (NCFE) was held with great enthusiasm and pride, marking the formal installation of the Student Council for the academic year 2025–26.
The event began with the Guard of Honour and a ceremonial slow march as dignitaries were welcomed. The occasion was graced by Chief Guest Ms. Sarala Shankar Nair, an experienced educator and academic consultant. She was welcomed warmly by Principal Ms. Deepa R., along with the school’s leadership team.
The lighting of the lamp, followed by a melodious invocation song and the school anthem, set a solemn tone. The Principal, Ms. Deepa R. addressed the audience and introduced the Chief Guest, who delivered an inspiring speech on the importance of responsibility, vision, and ethical leadership. A memento was presented to the Chief Guest.
The newly elected council members were then conferred with badges and sashes:
Head Boy – Achyuth Prasad, Head Girl – Analia Antony
Asst. Head Boy – Sparsh Sinha, Asst. Head Girl – Anna Michael
Cultural Captain – Kritika Goyal, Asst. Cultural Captain – Dakshin Maurya
Sports Captain – Aravindan Muthusamy, Asst. Sports Captain – Suhan Salhaj
Alumni & Networking Captain – Arushi S
House captains and vice-captains of Eagle, Falcon, Flamingo, and Kingfisher houses were also introduced and honoured, along with their respective house mistresses.
Leaders of various school clubs such as the Book Club (Novella), Dance Club (Amaara), Theatre Club (Ashes to Art), Music Club (Zymfonix), Photography Club (Capture), and Debate Club (Verba Victors) received badges for their roles. A special highlight was the announcement and induction of the School Innovation Council, part of the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell
The oath-taking ceremony led by the Principal, accompanied by ceremonial drum rolls, was a powerful moment symbolizing commitment to duty. This was followed by a heartfelt speech by the newly appointed Head Boy, Achyuth. A soulful musical performance by the school band added to the celebratory spirit. The event concluded with the Vote of Thanks delivered by Head Girl Analia Antony.
The Investiture Ceremony 2025–26 was a proud moment for the NCFE community—one that reflected the school’s commitment to fostering leadership, accountability, and excellence among its students.
🎓 Felicitation Ceremony 2025
NCFE-CVR hosted its annual Felicitation Ceremony on June 28 to honour the academic achievements of students from Grades X and XII who excelled in the 2025 Board Examinations. The event celebrated excellence, perseverance, and the collective efforts of students, teachers, and parents.
The ceremony commenced with the lighting of the lamp, symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. This was followed by a soulful invocation and a warm welcome address.
The highlight of the day was the presence of Ms. Snehil Verma, a distinguished alumna and accomplished professional, as the Chief Guest. She delivered a motivational address, inspiring students with her journey from school corridors to a thriving corporate and creative career. She also participated in the felicitation of Commerce stream toppers.
Twenty-seven students were honoured for academic excellence, with many achieving centums in core subjects such as Mathematics, Computer Science, English, Sanskrit, and Science. The event also included the felicitation of nearly 40 teachers, whose unwavering dedication played a vital role in the students’ success.
The ceremony saw the unveiling of the school’s first Science Magazine, ORION, a student-led initiative celebrating scientific inquiry and innovation. Another key highlight was the launch of five new student-led clubs: Photography (Capture), Theatre (Ashes to Art), Dance (Amaara), Music (Zymfønix), and Debate (Verba Victors), formally inaugurated by the students themselves.
A musical tribute by the school band, a speech of gratitude by student representative Suraj M. Nair, and a heartfelt address by Mr. Nicel Mohammed, parent of a Grade XII topper, added emotional resonance to the celebration. The event concluded with the Vote of Thanks and the National Anthem, marking the end of a memorable day dedicated to celebrating the brilliance and spirit of the NCFE-CVR community.
REGALE - Preparatory Stage
This year’s intraschool cultural extravaganza, Regale – Sustainasphere 25–26, was a vibrant celebration of talent, teamwork, and our shared responsibility toward the environment. With sustainability at its heart, the event saw enthusiastic participation from students across grades, as they expressed their voices through a wide range of literary and non-literary events.
From impassioned debates and poetry recitations to expressive artwork, musical performances, and captivating dance routines, every event carried a strong environmental message, urging us all to protect and preserve our planet.
The showstopper of the event was undoubtedly the Eco Catwalk—a one-of-a-kind fashion show where students turned trash into trend. Dressed in outfits crafted from newspapers, plastic wraps, windshields, and other recycled materials, participants wowed the audience with their creativity and commitment to the cause. Each design told a story of reuse, reduce, and reimagine—making sustainability not just meaningful, but stylish too!
Sustainasphere 25–26 wasn’t just a competition; it was a movement. It inspired the entire school community to think green, act responsibly, and create a more sustainable future—while building confidence, creativity, and camaraderie among students.
The Sustainasphere 25-26 started with Preparatory Stage in June and will culminate with the participation of Middle and High School in the month of July. So keep your eyes on this page for further updates in the next edition.
Student Led Clubs
ACHIEVEMENTS
NCFE-CVR's Girls Basketball Team emerged as Runners-Up in the prestigious Army Public School Tournament.
We are delighted to announce that Amrita Bhatia, a bright and dedicated student of Grade 9, has achieved an outstanding milestone by securing the 1st Rank in the National Mega Final of the WIZ International Spell Bee 2024–2025.
Book Club - NOVELLA
To begin anew is not to erase the past, but to step forward with its wisdom as your guide. Every dawn is a quiet revolution."
"It’s an honour to uphold the legacy of our beloved book club. Though I’m new to this role, I’ve stepped into it with a full heart, a clear vision, and the best team I could ask for. I solemnly swear to carry this responsibility with sincerity and purpose. Here’s to a year of stories, growth, and memorable milestones."
~Aashikha SS, President of Novella
A NEW BEGINNING!
Come June, Novella launched its recruitment process. Google Forms were shared via Google Classroom and MCB, allowing students to apply for both committee and general member roles. Applications came in steadily from enthusiastic students across grades 9 to 11. The dedicated interim committee conducted interviews with all candidates, thoughtfully selecting the best fits for each open position.
Board decoration
Our dedicated designers, Dakshana and Anumegha from class 12-D, beautifully decorated our soft board on the theme Novella Member Hunt. The open positions along with their job descriptions were also displayed for all students to view and apply.
NEW FACES IN THE COMMITTEE
We're excited to share some wonderful news! Novella is delighted to welcome a new member to our committee: Siddharth, our new Vice President. Siddharth brings a strong commitment and a hardworking spirit, and we're confident he'll make a significant impact in his new role.
OUR VISION FOR THE YEAR
Our goal at Novella this year is clear: to dramatically broaden our mission of encouraging reading among young people. Rest assured, the fun of our regular meetings and activities will continue, but we're also excited to unveil and explore several new dimensions of the club throughout this academic year.
NATIONAL READING DAY
On Thursday, 19th June, our school celebrated National Reading Day with great enthusiasm. As part of the DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) initiative, all students from PP1 to Grade 12 paused their regular activities to read a book from 1:00 PM to 1:20 PM. The initiative was led by the Novella team and proved to be a grand success.
INVESTITURE CEREMONY
On Monday, 30th June, the new Executive Committee—comprising Aashika (President), Siddharth (Vice President), Pratik (Director), Akanksha (Secretary), and Dakshana (Head Designer)—was officially invested into office and presented with badges.
SUBJECT CORNER
WHY IS MATH EVERYWHERE?
INTRODUCTION
What if I told you that you are doing maths right now? Yes, even reading this article! Math isn’t just in your textbooks or exams. It’s in the way we plan a day, measure time, cook food, play games or even decide which reel to post next. Matt is literally everywhere.
1. MATH IN DAILY LIFE
Think about this morning. Did you check the time? Thats math. Did you split a chocolate bar between friends? That's fractions. Did you calculate how many minutes till the school bell rings? That's subtraction! Even when you’re scrolling through your phone algorithms (which are based on Math) decide what shows up next.
2. MATH IN NATURE
Look at a sunflower - The spiral pattern follows the Fibonacci sequence! The hexagons in a beehive? That’s geometry. The symmetry of a butterfly’s wings that’s math too!
3. MATH BEHIND THE SCENES
Every time you watch YouTube, play a video game or send a message math is running silently in the background. It helps compress videos, send data and even keep your high score! Without Math. Your phone is just a shiny brick.
FUN FACTS BOX!!!”
The golden ratio appears in the Taj Mahal, seashells, and even the Mona Lisa! Amazon uses math to pack things most efficiently. Instagram algorithm uses linear algebra. So next time, someone says “Math is boring” - just smile because you know Math isn’t just about numbers. It’s about how our world works. It’s the rhythm of music, the shape of dreams and the pattern of life itself.
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