Academic Session Begins - 3 April 2024
The academic year began on 3rd April. Text books and notebooks were distributed for all Classes. The time table for the students was shared on the respective class Whats App group and in the Student's Communication note book as well. PTM was organised for all classes in the second week of April 2024.
Diplomat MUN, Pune – 12 Apr to 14 Apr 2024
MUN is a simulation of United Nations. It teaches the participants’ skills like research, public speaking, debating, and writing skills, in addition to critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.
Golden Jubilee School participated in this event. Schools from Pune and Chatrapati Sambhajinagar also participated in this event. The event was organised between April 12 to 14 2024 at MIDAS School of Entrepreneurship, Pune, by Diplomat MUN. Twenty students represented Golden Jubilee School from class 7 to 10. Five students received awards and it is worthy to mention that no other school bagged so many awards.
The Award winners are as follow:
Riddhi Lahane – Special Mention SPECPOL
Naitik Agrawal – Best Journalist
Tanish Agrawal – Best Delegate UNHCR
Moksha Ganatra – High Commendation
Amogh Mandhane – Special Mention UNHCR
GJS Students qualify for the Final Round at the Climator League Organized by U.S Embassy and Consulates in India – 22 Apr 2024
The Climator League is a next-gen climate lab that offers an opportunity for students to work in teams on an environment related project. It empowers students to solve local environmental issues while learning 21st century skills with an aim to become climate leaders of the future. The climator League is supported by The U.S Embassy and Consulates in India. A team of 5 students from grade 9th Amogh Kabra, Kanak Agrawal, Raghav Karwa, Ashlesha Jaiswal and Aarush Dhanawat participated and presented their idea for the project on waste management. (Waste of Coconut husk). The team named as 'Terra Keepers' attended workshops conducted by The climator League from the month of November to December 2023 on how to proceed with the project. The team had given a concrete plan in month of January 2024. They worked on preparing cocopit from Coconut husk which is used as manure to grow plants. The students visited local nurseries and explained them to use it. Even the homegardeners were involved to make use of cocopit. The team was guided by mentor from Climator League to prepare accessories made of Coconut husk as a source of income for the local artisans. Terra Keepers gave an online presentation of their project in the month of February 2024 and the team got selected for the final round which would be culminated at The U.S Consulate in Mumbai, on 22nd April 2024. Culmination Ceremony is designed to showcase projects that the Climators have been diligently working on, celebrating their achievements and felicitating their smart work. The gathering would be addressed by Robert Anderson, Cultural Affairs Officer, US Consulate.
Workshop on Basics of Photography, Liberal Arts, How to make interesting careers and SWOT Analysis – 18 Apr to 20 Apr 2024
A workshop was organized for students of classes 8 to 12 on the topic, “Basics of Photography, How is Liberal Arts intertwined with everything we see and how to make interesting careers and SWOT Analysis on 18, 19 and 20 April 2024 in the school auditorium. The resource person Prof. Mahesh Munjale, is a Passionate filmmaker and educator, with over 9 years of industry and academic experience. Budding academic researcher pursuing a PhD in Media Studies, Prof. Mahesh has proven skills in script writing, directing, and editing with a focus on practical filmmaking skills. The resource person explained the basics and intricacies of photography skills to the students with some hands on activities with DSLR camera. Prof. Manjule spoke about how Liberal arts education often includes courses in history, literature, and the arts, fostering an appreciation for different cultures and perspectives. He emphasized that how in today's globalized world, cross-cultural understanding is invaluable in various careers. Mr. Manjule explained the importance of Liberal Arts in Media and Communications, Education, Business and Management and Technology and Design. Mr. Manjule also explained how SWOT Analysis is used to keep you informed about your personal and professional goals, strategies, and actions. Focus on leveraging your strengths, addressing weaknesses, capitalizing on opportunities, and mitigating threats to achieve success and fulfillment in your life. All students of classes 8 to 12 enjoyed the session and it was a wonderful learning experience for the students.
Investiture Ceremony for the academic year 2024-25 – 20 April 2024
The Investiture ceremony for the academic year 2024-25 took place on the 20th of April 2024 in the school auditorium. The Chief Guest for the ceremony was Dr. Usha Zehr Barwale, Chairperson, GJES, who congratulated the newly appointed office bearers and spoke about the importance of team spirit and leading by example. The ceremony was witnessed by the students of Classes 5 to 12 and the parents of the elected Student Council. The Investiture ceremony began with the School and House prefects trooping in the auditorium followed by the Lighting of the Lamp and prayer. The Chief Guest, Dr. Usha ma’am presented the badges for the School Captain, Sports Captain, House Captains and Vice Captains. The House Mentors of secondary section presented badges to all the four House Prefects and the the House mentors of primary section presented the badges to the house prefects of the primary section. All the School and House Prefects took the oath in unison. The ceremony concluded with National Anthem followed by High tea for the Trustees, Parents of Elected Prefects, teachers and the Prefects. The entire list of School Prefectorial Body is available on the Captains tab on home page on school website.