Modern school provides the children with the best sporting equipment in the whole of Delhi. It is the only school to have an Olympic size pool as well as two grounds where the games such as football, hockey etc… are initiated. Children who are a part of the school team attend the morning practice in the school for extra training and extra fitness.
Sports facilities in Modern School Barakhamba Road are:
A 200mts track
Coach: Mr. S. D. Sharma
Coach: Mr. Rajesh Kumar
Strategic skill
Coach: Mr. Naveen Chopra & Ms. Priyanka
An horse riding arena .
Football field with floud lights
Large open air course
Modern School follows the traditional House System. There are fifteen Houses. The house serves as a platform for the students to exhibit their skill in various activities. Every House celebrates a Biennial House Function which comprises of a play, a ballet, and solo performances along with a House Report which presents the achievements of the House. Inter-House matches are held throughout the year for the coveted Sports Shield.
A multitude of activities such as Quiz contests, debates and painting competitions are held to encourage the spirit of competition among the Houses. An academic shield is awarded on the Founder’s Day to the House with the highest average percentage of marks. Every week a house is on duty, which means that its members deliver news and talk and stay on the Principal’s and Head Masters duty so that the school runs in clock- like precision.
After independence, he served as deputy prime minister, minister of home affairs, minister of information, and minister of states.
His iron will and steely determination are the qualities the students of Patel house aspire to uphold.
In this department, students learn how to create digital drawing, edit and enhance photographs, create animation and design & develop computer games.
In this department, students learn how to express themselves through their craft. This expression takes the form of mosaics, life- size statues and elegant figurines. The beautiful mosaics on the walls of the Technology Block and Canteen stand testament to the skills acquired by the students of this department. The department also holds an annual exhibition on Founder’s Day to celebrate the marvelous creations of its young artisans.
The Department of Dance of Modern School is the oldest Activity Department of Modern School. The students learn Indian classical dance forms, with special emphasis on the dance forms of Kathak and Kuchipudi, along with different Indian folk dances. The department is also has a dance club; the two work in tandem to hone the ability, skill and confidence of the students. Various seminars and interactive sessions with great dance gurus and music maestros are arranged for the students to better their understanding of Indian classical dance.
Young actors are taught how to approach their role and portray their character to the best of their ability. The department is also home to the theatre club ‘Parvaz’. With the skills they learn and hone, students regularly put up spectacular theatre performances in various functions in the school.
Set up in 1964, the Electronics & Robotics Lab is well equipped, where the students are able to refine their skills in electronics, automation and robotics. This permits them to make high calibre automation instruments featuring wireless control of electronic devices from various sources. The Electronics & Robotics Department of the school has been instrumental in inculcating scientific attitude and temper.
This course, introduced in 2004, offers a comprehensive education in design for students aspiring to a career in the rapidly growing Fashion industry. The Department of Fashion Technology aims to equip students with a unique blend of technical and theoretical knowledge in the fields of textile designing, accessory designing and fashion styling. Alumni of this department have gained admissions to some of the top design schools of the country and abroad.
At the Department of Art, the primary objective is to guide students in interpreting their thoughts and converting them to forms of artistic expression through the use of different techniques. In order to encourage the creativity and talent displayed by the students, the department actively participates in several exhibitions and auctions.
One of the newest departments in the Technology Block of Modern School, the Graphics Department was set up in 2009. The teachin of this subject centres on printmaking. There are various media used in printmaking such as Linoleum, New-wood, PVC sheet and plywood which are enhanced by carving tools. The prints can be mono-prints or multi-colours. It is an enjoyable subject that has fast become a favourite amongst the students.
Home Science is a versatile subject and forms the basis of planned lifestyle management, both scientifically and aesthetically. Home Science is a productive and creative activity that not only helps students enhance their fine motor skills, but also helps them learn a number of life skills like cooking, general health and hygiene and interior decoration. The Department aims at holistic development of its students.
The Department of Instrumental Music (Indian) aims to promote classical Indian instruments, like the sitar and flute, amongst the younger generation. In this department, our young classical musicians have mesmerized many with their euphonious melodies on countless school events. Apart from performing at school functions, students of the department regularly participate in various music festivals and competitions, bringing laurels to the school through their amazing talents.
The Department of Vocal Music at Modern School aims to spread musical awareness amongst the students. It gives exposure to the talented and upcoming singers of the school, offering them the opportunity to perform at various events and school gatherings. The aim of the department is to realize the untapped musical potential of budding performers is developed by the Department. Singers and musicians of this department enthrall the audiences with their splendid performances at every major school event.
The department was set up in 1997. Students are taught various instruments such as the guitar, the keyboard, the bass guitar and the drums. Students are encouraged to not only achieve mastery over technical skills, but to play soul-stirring music with passion. In addition, students learn about the evolution of music and have other interactive sessions where their music appreciation is fine-tuned. Each student is made to sing in order to develop his or her confidence and stage presence.
The Department of Paper Technology provides an outlet for students to innovate through paper, arguably the most versatile of all materials. The versatile nature of paper is explored through a myriad of fun and creatively stimulating activities. These include paper recycling, making eco-friendly products from paper, papier-mâché, starch coating, marbling, calligraphy and origami. The department regularly organizes workshops in some of the aforementioned activities, with many of the city’s top schools having participated in the past.
In this department. students learn technical aspects which emphasizing on the importance of capturing the emotion of the subject of the photograph. Regular workshops, camps and trips to various cultural and heritage sites are organised for the students with the intention of initiating a more practical approach towards the subject of photography. The students hold on annual exhibition of their best photographs of the year, on topics of social, moral and cultural values.
Modern School’s Sculpture department explores varied forms of three-dimensional art such as modelling, carving, casting and construction. Students use divers materials and hone different techniques like wood carving, clay modelling, plaster of Paris casting, fiberglass casting, cement casting, terracotta and iron sculpture.
Modern School has relentlessly laid emphasis on the holistic development of its students. Co-curricular forms and integral part in the all round development of a child’s personality. At Modern School co-curricular activities are a fundamental part of school life and aides in improving students’ learning at school. Co-curricular activities in our school are intended to bring social and intellectual skills, moral, cultural and ethical values, personality development, and character advancement in students.
In this highly competitive world, better grades are sought after while taking admissions in various colleges, universities or institutions in India and abroad. We understand that co-curricular activities provide better opportunities as students pursuing these activities are certainly given preference.
In school, the students are introduced to a wide range of activities that give them better strength while letting them choose what they wish to learn and what they enjoy.
We ensure that these activities offer our students an opportunity to think out of the box and recreate plethora of innovative ideas on their own. Co-curricular activities help the students to develop an enriched learning experience by providing them a chance to bring out their hidden talents and showcase their unbeatable strengths.
The focus of the Career Counselling Centre at Modern School is to provide the students the best post-secondary schooling and career guidance to suit their interest and aptitude. A comprehensive counselling programme initiative is designed to support and guide them through the complexities of the admission process. Career counselor’s help students develop a better understanding of their skills, abilities, and career interests. It includes:
Regular workshops: Some of the areas covered are Summer School, Subject choice orientation, online Onboarding, Building portfolios etc.
Visits by University Representatives: This is to ensure that you get authentic and first-hand information.
Individual appointments with counsellors: A one on one session to facilitate systematic and complete career planning.
Monthly Schedule: This will be uploaded on the website.
Career Fairs: Will be organized for the students to interact with various in country as well as overseas representatives.
Opportunities for experiential learning are identified like internships, summer schools, meeting professionals and experts from different fields, student-led events and other volunteering opportunities.
he team looks forward to working closely with students in this process of counselling for admissions to institutions across the world.
Counselor’s email id : ccc@modernschool.net Click here to start your admission application process..
The Peer Mentoring Club of Modern School involves the Psychology students as Peer Mentors to positively effect change among junior students. This helps young students learn to manage and cope with sensitive issues such as bullying, anger management and peer pressure. Peer Mentoring incentivizes students to converse and ask questions without the fear of being judged.
The MUN Society of Modern School embodies negotiation and diplomacy, attracting the sharpest students from S4-S7. With knowledge of pertinent global issues and international relations at its heart, the society conducts annually rigorous training sessions and the Intra-MUN to produce the best MUN-ers who emerge victorious at the most competitive conferences. It organizes the coveted Mod-MUN – one of the largest conferences in the country.
Synonymous with Modern Barakhamba, the Club weaves into its warp and weft, an appetite for meaning, enabling Club members to climb many mountains of their own choosing, notching accolades and several laurels, nationally and globally. Taking inspiration from the idea of being sedulous in our efforts, efficacious in our results and invincible in our intentions, the Logo of Phoenix conveys a tripartite message, signifying three things seminal to the Club’s ethos. First, The Wings of Phoenix- Flaming, Fiery and Flamboyant act as a source of inspiration, motivating all Club members to soar the skies and reach the apogee that all of us strive for. Second- The Open Book which celebrates knowledge and the gravitas, sagacity, erudition and perceptiveness that books give us. Third- The Pen signifies utility- Knowledge is of no use if we do not have the right tools to express it and if we cannot use it for the good of others as well as ourselves.
Quizzing is an act that requires writing and the pen symbolizes the importance of transmitting knowledge The Motto of Phoenix aptly echoes this sentiment – ‘The intelligence of a man is known by the answers that he gives- the wisdom of a man is known by the questions that he poses’.
Bits ‘N’ Bytes is the Technology (Computer) Club of Modern School, Barakhamba Road. It was founded in 1986-87 with the objective of spreading technology related awareness and knowledge among youngsters and adults.
The members of Bits ‘N’ Bytes club represent Modern School, Barakhamba Road and participate in various symposiums and competitions organised by reputed institutions and consistently achieve laurels for the school.
Workshops and seminars are organized which are conducted by eminent technology experts. Members of Bits ‘N’ Bytes believe in sharing their knowledge, and they do so by organizing regular workshops for the peer students of the school.
This Club organizes the Inter School Computer Symposium ‘Access’, which is one of the biggest and popular IT Symposiums in India. Club also organise ‘Intra Access’ for the students of Modern School, Barakhamba Road.
Graphics Club of Modern School Barakhamba Road has been organising various club exhibitions throughout the year, on Independence day, Sports day and Christmas day since past few years and also presents a portrait to the honourable Chief Guest of that event. It polishes its students in various aspects of artwork from sketching to woodcarving on various mediums like sunboards, woodboards and lino sheets. It teaches students the concept of printmaking through carving on mediums and then printing through them.. Its students have constantly proved their forte.
has always been committed to sensitizing its students on issues relating to environment. It encourages its members to be pro-active towards sustainable development in their given milieu. The role of Nature Club is to impart fundamental knowledge about the natural environment, and to build practical skills among students at all levels. It aims to promote positive attitude that will enhance and ensure the conservation of our rich natural heritage. Nature Club attempts to spread awareness about environment and undertakes activities like tree plantations, disuse of single use plastics to make the school plastic free zone, placings of pollution absorbing plants indoors, and water conservation strategies by placing water saving aerators in the taps in the school
We strongly believe in the words of His Holiness Dalai Lama
IT IS OUR COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY….
TO PRESERVE AND TEND TO THE WORLD IN WHICH WE ALL LIVE.
Commerce Society is a platform provided by Modern School, Barakhamba Road to encourage young minds to embrace business skills and prepare to excel in future. Events like business plan encourage the students to innovate and analyse feasibility of their business idea both financially and technically. Mock stock sessions prepare future investors for stock market who have the required knowledge and analytical skills for investment. Other activities include business quizzes, ad acting, group discussions and an array of diversified events.
Modern school’s, fashion technology club, “J’adore” promises to cultivate a passion for designing, illustrating and sewing skills. It encourages member students to bring about the same brainstorming born creativity that they use as consumers to create a personalized and fabulous wardrobe for themselves. Each year Modern school hosts a fashion show during the school assembly where the students of Classes 11th and 12th enthusiastically design novel garments based on a particular theme. These designs are creatively modeled by students of our school itself. This event gives a grand runway to the inquisitive designers of our school as an opportunity to test their limits and hopefully work beyond it.
The Photography Club or the LensCraft Club as it is known is the seed ground for budding photographers of Modern School. It has been led by stalwarts like Mr OP Sharma, who now heads the department at Triveni Kala Sangam and is now headed by Mr Lajpat Rai Gupta. It has nurtured talent like the renowned Himalayan landscape photographer Mr Ashok Dilwali. No event of Modern School is left untouched by the lens of the young and enthusiastic photographers of the school, ranging from Class S1 to S7. They can be seen peering through their lens during the morning assembly or as they work hard to put together ‘Behind the Scenes’ of events like the Sports Day, Independence Day or Founder’s Day. Their creativity is on display on the screens in the lobby and in the Photography Room where one is left amazed at the works of the excellent photographers.
Community service brings people together and engages them for a common cause. It teaches about compassion, selflessness and empathy. That is what the Interact Club soughts to do. A club with the prime motive to give back to the society .
We have just completed an eventful and successful year of College admissions for the passing out batch of 2017-18, with students being selected by prestigious colleges in various countries. A few of the results are still awaited, especially from the Indian Universities in India. We will keep updating this information on the main page of the website.
We now look forward to the batch of 2018-19 being even more fruitful We at Modern school, believe in providing continuous guidance to the students to reach their dream colleges which will then enable them to realize their life goals.
As a part of this endeavor, Modern School Barakhamba Road, is introducing an open communication and interactive platform for all queries regarding higher education to facilitate College Applications and admissions in India and Abroad.
You will receive continuous updates on this page, so kindly keep checking it out.
School Counselor (Senior Secondary School): Mrs. Baveen Gupta & Ms. Kanika Marwaha
PsychologicalCounselor (Middle & Secondary School): Ms Deepika Masiwal
Please contact them through emails for appointments:
High School Profile 2018-2019
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