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Oakridge Bachupally Newsletter

January 2024

From The

Principal's Desk

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Dear Oakridge Family,

Happy New Year!

January at Oakridge International School Bachupally marks new beginnings. Our Pre-Nursery inauguration symbolizes a haven of learning, where curiosity and growth flourish. From the exhilarating Oakridge Hackfest to vibrant Sankranthi celebrations, our community’s spirit shines brightly.

As we dive into 2024, let’s uphold values of excellence, innovation, and compassion. Together, let’s empower every student to discover talents, pursue passions, and impact the world positively.

Grateful for your support, let’s continue inspiring, empowering, and transforming lives. Here’s to a year of growth, discovery, and endless possibilities!

Ms. Baljeet Oberoi, Principal

Oakridge International School, Bachupally

New Learning Haven

We inaugurated our Pre-Nursery, a tiny haven of learning, and endless possibilities. A warm welcome to our little Oakridgers, embarking on a journey filled with curiosity and growth. Here’s to fostering a foundation of knowledge and love!

Top

Highlight

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Events And

Celebrations

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Oakridge Hackfest

Over 24 hours, students from Grades 6-12, representing four schools across the city, collaborated with a total of 85 participants in this unique Hackfest. In this collaborative and creative setting, participants delved into five dynamic themes: Education, Healthcare, Eco-Sustainability, Game Development (exclusive to Juniors), and Fin-Tech (exclusive to Seniors).

Career Fair

The day unfolded with an engaging panel discussion featuring representatives from universities spanning from #USA to #NZ. Following the panel discussion, the hall transformed into a career fair where students moved from desk to desk, inquiring about higher education options. A special thanks to Pooja Sedani, Founder of School O’ Clock, and Shailaja Vora of Gateway Overseas for their valuable contributions to the event.

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A celebration of the harvest

Our CBSE celebrated Sankranthi with boundless joy and fervor, embracing the essence of the festival with vibrant enthusiasm and heartfelt camaraderie.

Toddlers Day

Toddlers Day was a celebration of early learning! Our hall filled with big smiles and bigger beginnings as Dr. Sharmila, a renowned paediatrician, joined us for an expert talk, while Mr. Santhosh Kumar’s ventriloquism added enchantment. Here are glimpses from Toddlers Day.

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Sports Day

Sunshine, sweat, and cheers filled the air as IB PYP students embraced Sports Day, celebrating movement, competition, and school spirit. Cambridge Primary Sports Day showcased teamwork, resilience, and community. Early Years & Grade 1 champs shone in March past & hula hoops, cheered by proud parents.

Flipclass

Our CBSE students demonstrated exceptional understanding of ‘Chocolate Cream Soldier’ through detailed PPTs and charts, illustrating the lesson brilliantly.

Student's Corner

Excellence

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Global Perspective Showcasr

To foster awareness of global issues, Cambridge Primary Learners depicted a deeper understanding of diverse cultures, traditions, and perspectives through the Global Perspectives showcase.

IBPYP SLC

Student-led conferences are a great way for students to take charge of their learning journey. They reflect on experiences and take ownership of their learning. In our recent IBPYP SLC, students presented their learnings to parents, showcasing their growth, challenges, and aspirations.

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67th SGFI State Meet!

Our Grade 10 dynamo, Jashwanth represented U17 SGFI Ranga Reddy District Basketball Team, securing 1st place at the prestigious event hosted by Word and Deed School, Hayath Nagar.

Viksit Bharat Celebrations

Our IBPYP students celebrated Viksit Bharat Week with vibrant activities: debates, Fashion Shows, Art competitions, and more. They marked Pongal with vibrant rangoli. Grade 2B showcased Indian cuisine; Grade 2 shared folklore, and all expressed through art.
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Social Purpose

Championing The Cause

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Social Impact Grant!

We’re delighted to announce that our student-led social impact projects, ‘Periodt’ and ‘Mpowered’, have each been awarded the Research and Development Grant worth USD 3000. It’s indeed a proud moment for Oakridge Bachupally campus as it’s our second year in a row to receive this prestigious award from Nord Anglia Education

Sustainable Republic Day

Beyond flags and parades! CAIE embraced sustainability for Republic Day with upcycled art, eco-fashion shows, and a plant-powered picnic. Celebrating freedom, responsibly.
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Thoughtful Gift

Grade 9 & 11 students donated an AC to a Bird Rehabilitation Centre, funded by their Jashn-e Zaiqa event. This thoughtful gift helps protect birds (SDG 15) and inspires environmental action.

Brunch with Principal

IBPYP and CBSE students relished a brunch with Principal Ms. Baljeet Oberoi, fostering connections beyond classrooms. A unique chance for meaningful conversations and idea-sharing, aiming to deepen student bonds and encourage open dialogue.

Brunch with Principal

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Professional Development

IB Manthan 2024

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IB Manthan

Our teachers attended IB Manthan at Good Shepherd International School, led by seasoned educators. It was an enriching experience fostering professional growth and collaboration.

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