Introduction
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, talk and talent.
Akbar House
Named after the great Mughal emperor, Abū al-Fatḥ Jalāl al-Dīn Muḥammad Akbar, who reigned from 1556 to 1605, the members of Akbar House are encouraged to learn from the life of this great ruler, and espouse his beliefs of unity, diversity, tolerance, and a love of culture. Apart from academics, Akbar House members showcase a wide variety of talents, ranging from singing to dance and art on various fora.
Ms. Himani Bakshi
Ms Lekha Menon
Ms. Neelam Agarwal
Azad House
Takes its inspiration of being focused and revolutionary for the cause of the hapless and downtrodden, from the legendry freedom fighter, India’s first Education Minister Bharat Ratna, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. The House ensures an active and all-round participation in all engagements be it academics, sports culture and other extra-curricular pursuits. All the students are given opportunities to participate and showcase their talent. The House Master’s Period gives the students opportunity and pleasure to learn beyond books and classroom.
Mr Gautam Sarkar
Ms S Manchanda
Ms. Kanchan Gambhir
Ashoka House
Named after the Emperor Ashoka , the students of this House represent attributes such integrity, courage ,ambition and intelligence.
Mr Manoj Kumar
Ms Nancy Khara
Ms. Sasha Banhotra
Gandhi House
Gandhi House of Modern School stands by the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi, of peace, non-violence and equality. The students of the House strive to excel in academics as well as sports upholding the values of perseverance, determination, hard work and honesty embodied by the Mahatma .
Ms. Meghna Kapoor
Ms. Prachi Tomar
Ms Payal Srivastav
Kalam House
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam BR was an Indian aerospace scientist and statesman who served as the 11th president of India from 2002 to 2007.
Mr. Lalit Sharma
Ms Rumpa Acharya Chaudhary
Ms. Priyanka Wahi
Lajpat House
One of India’s stalwart freedom fighters, Punjab Kesari Lala Lajpat Rai is the leader who inspires the young generations representing the House Lajpat. Carrying forward his legacy, the members of the House, aspire to the high ideals set by him, in all the spheres of school life, be it academics, sports or co-curricular
Ms Bindu Kapoor
Ms Kritika Saxena
Ms. Rakhi Chawla
Laxmibai House
Laxmibai house of Modern School is the only house amongst the 15 houses named after the female freedom fighter Maharani of Jhansi. It would be interesting to note that when the school was founded, this House was meant solely for girls. The House with the killer instinct, with the record number of accolades for the March Past on the Annual Sports Day, their dedication and perseverance is evident in all that they do
Ms Pooja Kapoor
Ms. Manju Vijra
Ms. Kanika Bathla
Nehru House
Named after the first Prime Minister of independent India and one of the greatest personalities India has ever had, Jawahar Lal Nehru, the members of the House are inspired by his progressive vision and indomitable spirit in whatever they endeavour to do during their journey through school life. These values can be seen as each student strives to achieve the best for his House on various platforms, be it academics, co-curricular or sports. They aspire to carry forward the legacy of the architect of modern India.
Ms Sonika Jain
Ms Simarpan Kaur
Ms. Arti Mehta
Patel House
Indian barrister and statesman, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was an important leader during the struggle for Indian independence.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.
Ms C Kher
Ms Kanika Arora
Mr. Ajay Kesharwani
Pratap House
Pratap House stands for perfection and eminence and the students embody all these virtues in their day to day work. Pratap house displays exemplary performance in every sphere be it sports, academics or extra-curricular activities. Pratap house believes in equal opportunity to all, working in a transparent manner, striving hard towards excellence and improving our performance to uphold the morals of our institution. The House aims to strive for a holistic development and outshine everyone in all fields.
Ms Payal Mathur
Mr. Jitender Munjal
Ms. Divya Aggarwal
Ranjit House
Maharaja Ranjit Singh was the leader of Sikh Empire in the northwest of Indian subcontinent during early 19th century. He was popularly known as Sher-e-Punjab. Members of prestigious Ranjit house are known to uphold similar values, self- motivation and valour.
The students share leadership tasks among group members. They firmly believe that discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment. Ranjit house take immense pride in its superbly talented members and their love to display it to perfection on various fora including the biennial House Functions.
Ms Roma Kumar
Ms. Poonam Rajput
Ms. Megha Darira
Subhash House
Subhash House is named after one of our nation’s most charismatic and inspiring leaders. A go-getter of all sorts, many of Netaji Subash Chandra Bose’s qualities – his indomitable courage, fierce loyalty, undying patriotism and his dynamism – form the bedrock of the values of this House. He is a role model for the members of the House, who aspire to achieve the levels of passion, ambition and drive that powered his journey. His life and his values are the lights that illuminate the path of the students as they display their talents in the various fields of school life.
Ms Seema Gupta Sahi
Ms Simmi Khera
Ms. Minakshi Chandola
Shivaji House
Named after the great Maratha warrior Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj, was among the first four Houses set up in the year 1936.
The House boasts of students who are good in academics, sports and co-curricular activities. It has consistently done well in all the above spheres as the talent of the students is explored during the House Master’s period and exposure is provided to each child according to his field of interest.
The last House Function was held in May,2018
Ms S Kalra
Ms Sutapa Laha De
Ms. Mansi Kumar
Shastri House
This House has been named after Bharat Ratna, Shri Lal Bahadur. Trustworthiness was Shastriji’s
watchword and integrity, his hallmark.
Ms Harpreet Khattar
Ms Swati Chojer
Ms Priyanka Singh
Tilak House
The House takes inspiration from the leader of the Indian independence movement, Bal Gangadhar Tilak. His patriotism and perseverance are qualities that the students of the house aspire to imbibe. In keeping with the name of the House, the students have been outstanding achievers, be it excelling in the Inter House music competitions to standing out in the March Past and other sports events. They continue to excel in various fields in order to do the school proud.
Ms. Gita Bhasin
Ms. Anuradha Maini
Ms. Heena Narani
Tagore House
Tagore House, named after Rabindranath Tagore, continues to be guided by his wisdom reflected in his works. Upholds the values of integrity and fortitude.
Ms. Lata Kisnani
Ms Shivpriya Mathur