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April 2023

Academic Session Begins - 5 April 2023

The academic year began on 5th 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.General PTM was organised for classes 9, 10 and 12 on the same day in the afternoon.

Alumni's Talk – Divya Raithatha – 18 April 2023

Divya Raithatha, alumni of Class 10 batch 2010 visited the school and gave an inspirational talk on 18th April in the assembly to the secondary section. Divya, a brilliant all-rounder, has completed B.Tech in Production Engineering from VIT, Pune. She also completed M. Tech in Design Engineering from BITS, Pilani WILP. At present she is the Director at Vinodrai Engineers Pvt. Ltd and is a Board member of Socity of Asian Rotomoulders. Divya emphasized the importance of school days and insisted the students to participate in all the curricular and extra curricular activities and games. She also spoke about how important it is to visit the parent’s work place and explore the different types of jobs the people do and learn to have dignity for all types of people in a working environment. Divya also interacted with the students of class 11 and 12 and spoke about various career options available for Commerce stream students in the field of Marketing.


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Alumni's Talk – Rutvika Bagdiya – 20 April 2023

Rutvika Bagdiya, alumni of Class 10 batch 2018 visited the school and gave an inspirational talk on 20th April in the assembly to the secondary section. Rutvika completed her graduation in Finance from Mithibai College, Mumbai and pursuing a course of Company Secretary. Rutvika has been appointed as an Article at Axis Trustee, Mumbai. Rutvika emphasized the importance of school days and insisted the students to participate in all the curricular and extra curricular activities and games. Rutvika also interacted with the students of class 11 and 12 and spoke about various career options available for Commerce stream students.


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National Youth Parliament Scheme II – 21 April 2023
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In order to develop democratic ethos amongst the younger generation, the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs has been implementing Youth Parliament programme since 1966 in schools under the Directorate of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi and NDMC, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and Colleges. The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs aims to bring all the educational institutions of the country under the ambit of the National Youth Parliament Scheme. Golden Jubilee School registered itself for the National Youth Parliament Scheme. This year India is hosting the G20 summit. To commemorate this achievement this Kishore Sabha is dedicated to G20 presidency of India. The day fixed for the “Kishore Sabha” was 21 April 2023. The Chief Guest and Judge for the event was Mr. B B Narode who works as Police Sub-Inspector Sadar Bazar Jalna. The time fixed for the session was 2PM. After the guest arrived the programme began with an introduction about National Youth Parliament Scheme followed by Prayer, the auspicious lamp was lit by the Chief Guest, Senior Secondary Coordinator Mr. Vaibhav Nikalje and the Convener Mr. Sujit Dive during the Prayer. The Chief Guest was felicitated by our Senior Secondary Coordinator and then all stood for the speaker of the house. The speaker announced about the session’s agenda i.e. i) Condolence on the death of Late Sharad Yadav ii) Oath ceremony iii) Question Hour. After the enactment The Chief Guest guided the students following which the vote of thanks was proposed by Mrs. Vrushali Deshmukh. All assembled rose for the National Anthem and the event ended with our National Anthem. It was a wonderful learning experience for all the 32 students of classes 9 and 10.



Investiture Ceremony for the academic year 2023-24 – 24 April 2023
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The Investiture ceremony for the academic year 2023-24 took place on the 24th of April 2023 in the new 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 1 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, School Prefects and Sports Captain. The House Mentors of secondary section presented badges to all the four House Captains and the secondary house prefects respectively. 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 breakfast and tea for the Parents of Elected Prefects and the Prefects.



June 2023

Alumni's Talk – Harsh Pokarna – 15 June 2023

Harsh Pokarna, alumni of Class 10 batch 2018 visited the school and gave an inspirational talk on 15th June in the assembly to the secondary section. Harsh, a brilliant all-rounder, is pursuing a five year integrated degree and post graduate degree in BE Computer Science and MSc Economics from BITS Pilani. Harsh’s JEE Mains percentile was 99.72% with 3235th rank All over India. His JEE Advance Rank was 8996 with BITSAT marks 343. It is matter of pride to share that Harsh gets 100% scholarship at BITS, Pilani. Apart from the above achievements Harsh has also done four different Internships in App Development. Harsh is also the Coordinator of Creative Activities Club in BITS, Pilani which is the highest position in any club and is responsible to create Art work and Designs for national level fests like Oasis and Apogee. Harsh emphasized the importance of school days and insisted the students to participate in all the curricular and extra curricular activities and games. Harsh also interacted with the students of class 11 and 12 and spoke about various career options available for Commerce stream students in the field of Economics. He also guided the students of class 10 regarding the JEE preparation.


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Inter House Power Point Presentation Competition - 17 June 2023
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The Inter House Power Point Presentation Competition was organized on 17th June in the school for students of classes 4 & 5, 6 to 8 and 9 to 12 in the Secondary Computer Lab from 10 am to 12 noon. The topics for the competition for the class groups were as follows: Class 4 & 5 - " Global Warming ", Class 6 to 8 - " Importance of Recycling ", Class 9 to 12 - " G-20 Summit 2023 ". A group of three students from four houses formed a team. The participants were informed about the topic well in advance and were asked to research on the given topics. Students brought all the data pertaining to the topic in the form of textual data, audio files, video files and images. Participants prepared the slides in the school during the stipulated time. The participants were judged on the basis of Appropriate text, pictures, sound, video, etc. Appropriate and variety of features used, Layout of Text, pictures, video, Appropriate sequencing of slides


The winners from various class groups are as follows:

Class 4&5
NameClassHouse Position
Khush Agrawal, Divij Rathi, Padmanabh Hushe 4 & 5SaturnFirst
Gatik Ramchandani, Sarang Mahindrakar, Meet Pitty 4 & 5VenusSecond
Nirmayee Deshmukh, Swaraj Nikam, Aayush Holani 4 & 5MercuryThird


Class 6 to 8
NameClassHouse Position
Chirag Bagdi, Parth Karwa, Sohan Shete 6 to 8VenusFirst
Aryan Vaswani, Pranshi Ramchandani, Uditi Malpani 6 to 8MercurySecond
Aastha Patil, Shourya Longaonkar, Anushree Jinturkar 6 to 8JupiterThird


Class 9 to 12
NameClassHouse Position
Vedant Kabra, Pal Popat, Rishikesh Mantri 9 to 12MercuryFirst
Shreyas Shekde, Hanumesh Jaiswal, Yoneet Bagdia 9 to 12VenusFirst
Aatmika Jha, Meet Bhakkad, Deepak Gupta 9 to 12SaturnThird


International Day of Yoga - 21 June 2023
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The International Day of Yoga has been celebrated annually on June 21 since 2015, following its inception in the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. Yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual practice which originated in India. The theme of this year's Yoga Day celebrations is 'Yoga For Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' i.e. Yoga for the welfare of all in the form of 'One World-One Family'. It emphasises the spirit of Yoga, which unites and takes everyone along. Around 25 crore people across the world are expected to take part in various events, doing yoga in unison towards better health and wellness for all. The International Day of Yoga was celebrated in GJS by Pre-Primary, Primary and Secondary students. Special assemblies were conducted in the morning in which students performed Asanas.

Annual Prize Distribution - 27 June 2023
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The Annual Prize Distribution Day of the school for the academic year 2022-23 was celebrated on 27 June, 2023 with great zeal to commemorate the achievers. Dr. Usha Zehr Barwale, Chairperson of Golden Jubilee Education Society, was the guest of honour. The function was graced by the Trustees of GJES, distinguished guests, Parents of the award winners, teachers and students of classes 5 to 12. The program began with lighting of the lamp by the Chief Guest, Trustees and the Principal followed by the prayer by the School Prefects. Students performed a mesmerizing fusion dance and a melodious peace song. Principal ma’am and the Coordinators presented the Report for academic year 2022-23. Usha ma’am and Mr. Suresh Agrawal felicitated the winners with trophies and certificates. Students received the prizes for Academic Proficiency, Best All Round Student of the year, Special Awards for the toppers of Class 10 and 12 CBSE Exam and Inter House Championship Awards. Dr. Usha ma’am felicitated Ms. Maya Thakur, Mr. Mahendra Dahale and Mr. Vaibhav Nikalje on completing 25 years of service in GJS. The program concluded with all singing the National Anthem followed by the Dinner.



Academic Proficiency Award (School) 2022-23
ClassName of the StudentPercentage
First in Class 1 Jadyn Chacko 94.7%
First in Class 2 Durva Deshpande 94.9%
First in Class 3 Padmanabh Hushe 95.8%
First in Class 4 Raavi Pitty93.3%
First in Class 5 Aastha Patil 94.5%
First in Class 6 Aarya Kapil Magre 94.6%
First in Class 7 Vaidehi Pratap Pandit96%
First in Class 8 Amogh Amit Kabra 96.98%
First in Class 9 Mishti Jitendra Garg97.07%
First in Class 10 Ishwari Sanjay Ruikhedkar97%
First in Class 11 Saloni Rakesh Lohiya 91.75%
First in Class 12 Gauri Rajesh Mandhana93.6%
Best All Round Student (School) 2022-23
ClassName of the Student
Class 1 Kshitij Mahajan
Class 2 Aaradhya Patil
Class 3 Padmanabh Hushe
Class 4 Oviya Jain
Class 5 Aastha Patil
Class 6 Amogh Shyamsundar Mandhane
Class 7 Bhumi Abhishek Goyal
Class 8 Antariksh Dilip Jaybhaye
Class 9 Prisha Manoj Gindodiya
Class 10 Pratiksha Sandeep Kulkarni
Class 11 Simran Anand Rohra
Class 12 Kanak Rajesh Peety


Special Awards for the year 2022-23
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Inter House Championships 2022-23
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GJS bags Golden Jubilee Year of St. Mary’s School Inter School Cricket Tournament - 30 June 2023
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Golden Jubilee School bags the Golden Jubilee Year Inter School Cricket Tournament organized by St. Mary’s High School, Jalna on 30th June 2023. GJS won all the league matches and won the finals of the tournament. Vansh Devidan of class 10 wins the Best Bowler Award and Manas Ujwane wins the Best Wicket Keeper Award. Vansh and Manas received trophies and cash prize. GJS cricket team also received the Champions Trophy and a cash prize. Congratulations to the team and the coach Mr. Vijay Navgire sir.


July 2023

GJS bags Rishi Vidya Educational School Skating Champions Trophy – 15 July 2023
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Golden Jubilee School bags 4 Gold, 3 Silver and 4 Bronze in Inter School Skating Competition organized by Rishi Vidya Educational School, Jalna. The competition was organized as an initiative to the CBSE Hub Activities. Students from CBSE schools from Jalna participated in the same.


Following are the medalists from our school

NameClass Prize
Devanshi Kharat 4 Gold
Arya Mante 7 Gold
Aarav Bhakkad 10 Gold
Neev Jaiswal 11 Gold
Kamya Sharma 4 Silver
Kayan Borundiya 4 Silver
Kamya Sharma 4 Silver
Bhagyashree Lakhe 7 Silver
Swaraj Ubale 3 Bronze
Shailesh Dighe 6 Bronze
Manvi Desarda 8 Bronze
Amit Arjune 9 Bronze


Sushant Bangad shines at 7th Edition of Nath Valley School MUN – 22 July 2023
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Sushant Bangad, Class 11 student received High Commendation at the 7th Edition of Nath Valley School Monsoon Fest MUN on 22 July 2023. Sushant was designated as Chief of Naval Operations, US, Mr. Elmor Zumwalt. He represented Joint Crisis Committee of Pakistan. He received certificate and a cash prize of Rs. 2000. Kavya Runwal of Class 11 and Pavni Mantri of Class 10 received a Verbal Mention. Congratulations to all the three participants.


Alumni's Talk by Shruti Bhardiya – 28 July 2023

Shruti Bhardiya, alumni of Class 10 batch 2011 visited the school and gave an inspirational talk in the assembly to the secondary section. Shruti, a pure science student has completed her Masters Degree in Science from Amity Institute of Molecular Medicine and Stem Cell Research, Amity University, Noida with Distinction and was a gold medalist. Her professional experience is as follows: Intern (2015): Pathology department, Saifee Hospital, Mumbai, Intern (2018): National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research (ICMR), Noida, Delhi NCR, MS Dissertation student (2019): Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune; Ministry of Education, Govt. Of India and a Research Associate and Project Head (2020-2023): Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune; Ministry of Education, Govt. of India. Shruti will be pursuing PH.D for cancer research in Finland. Shruti emphasized on following ones passion and working hard towards achieving it. Shruti with students of classes 9 and 10 and shared the various career options available in field of pure science.


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August 2023

GJS MUN 3 – 1 Aug & 2 Aug 2023
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Golden Jubilee School organized GJS MUN – 3 on Aug 1 and Aug 2 in the Secondary Block. Model United Nations commonly known as MUN or Model UN began as a series of student-led model League of Nations simulations. After World War II, model League of Nations transitioned to model United Nations after the formation of the League's successor organization, the United Nations, in 1945. The United Nations Model Programme aims to build and maintain strong links between the UN and Model UN participants across the globe. It does that through guides and workshops, which teach students how to make their simulations more accurate and sharing firsthand knowledge of what the actual UN is like; and through encouraging Model UN clubs to take real action to support UN values and the Sustainable Development Goals. Golden Jubilee School had extended this opportunity to CBSE students in Jalna District by organizing GJSMUN-3. Students of Podar International School, Rishi Vidya Educational School and Golden Jubilee School participated in this MUN. The MUN was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Master Anurag Lahoti, GJS Alumni. The convener of the event Mr. Sujit Dive proposed the vote of thanks and valedictory speech on the concluding day. It was a wonderful learning experience for all the students.



Founders’ Day Celebrations - 12 & 13 August 2023
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GJS celebrated the Founders’ Day with great fervour and enthusiasm on 12 and 13 August 2023. It was 92 birth anniversary of our Founder Padma Bhushan Dr. Badrinarayanji Barwale sir on 13 Aug. Plethora of activities were conducted on this occasion in the pre primary, primary and secondary sections of the school. Special common assembly was conducted on 12 Aug in the school auditorium where the life journey of Dr. Barwale was depicted in the form of a presentation. Jankalyan Blood Centre Jalna in the memory of Late Dr. B. R. Barwale had organized blood donation camp on the 12 Aug in Golden Jubilee School in which 37 teachers including non-teaching staff donated blood. A Cricket match was also played between GJS team and the Alumni team. GJS cricket team won by 8 wickets. Dr. Usha ma’am and the Trustees of GJS graced the occasion with their presence and handed over the certificates and prizes to both the team players. There was a special lunch arranged for the alumni, the GJS cricket team and the staff members. A special Cleanliness drive was organized on 13 August by our school in Shivaji Chowk, Jalna where our school students cleaned the premises. GJS donated metallic dustbins which are placed near Shivaji Chowk for the public use. School also distributed free of cost cotton bags to the merchants of Jalna so that it could be given to their customers instead of plastic ones. There were interesting and fun filled activities conducted for the pre primary, primary and secondary students on 13 Aug. Class 1 students planted 104 saplings in the school premises. Many parents and grandparents along with their ward participated in the class activities. Special ready to use projects were developed by the ATL team of class 9 & 10 students like: 1) LPG Leakage Detection Alarm 2) Obstacle Sensor for the Visually impaired 3) High Tech Laser Security System 4) Wireless Home Automation System using mobile app and Google Alexa 5) Fire Alarm using Infra Red Sensor and 6) Motion Detection System. A special cake cutting ceremony was organized which was graced by the Dr. Usha Zehr Barwale, Chairperson of GJES, Trustees of GJS, distinguished guests, parents, grandparents, alumni and the students. Usha ma’am felicitated the best performers of the class activities. The school choir presented a melodious song followed a scintillating dance performance by the secondary students. Usha ma’am and school prefectorial body did the honour of cake cutting. The cake cutting ceremony ended with all singing the National Anthem followed by High Tea for all who were present on this occasion.

Independence Day Celebrations - 15 August 2023
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Independence Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour at Golden Jubilee School on 15 August, 2023. To commemorate the sovereignty of our Nation, Chairperson of GJES, Dr. Usha Zehr ma’am unfurled the National Flag at 7.45 am and all in unison sang the National Anthem and expressed the joy of our freedom. Sushant Bangad of class 11, Manvi Desarda of 8B and Samruddhi Bhalerao of class 9B delivered speeches in English, Hindi and Marathi respectively to highlight the importance of Independence Day. Simran Rohra, Vatsal Agrawal, Mahi Thakur, Antariksh Jaybhaye and Moksha Ganatra anchored the independence day program. The celebrations concluded with all singing the National Song “Vande Mataram” that awakened everyone’s feelings towards the Mother Land. Sweets were distributed to all the students of Primary, Secondary and staff members. Indeed, it was a day of joy, a day to love and respect our country and make it a better place for Indians to live and experience the freedom, peace and Unity in Diversity.

October 2023

Cleanliness Drive by Golden Jubilee School – 1 Oct 2023
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Prime Minister Modi urged all citizens to join the cleanliness campaign on October 1 under the national initiative ‘Ek Tareekh Ek Ghanta Ek Saath’ (One Date, One Hour, Together). This call to action resonated with people across the country, as they came forward to participate in various cleanliness activities, showing their dedication to Gandhi’s vision of a clean and hygienic India. School had organised a Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) campaign on October 1 at 10 am where all the teachers and students of classes 5, 9 and 11 cleaned the area around our school compound, collected all plastic, weeded out the unwanted foliage and disposed it. Our School is going to donate two dustbins and ground them near the stream for public use to dissuade people from dumping garbage in the stream. Few parents also joined the cleanliness drive. The campaign’s primary objective was to promote community participation and emphasize the importance of a clean village and neighborhood. The theme for SHS-2023 was ‘Garbage Free India,’ with a particular focus on visual cleanliness and the welfare of sanitation workers. This theme aimed to inspire a cleaner and more hygienic India.



Inter House English, Hindi and Marathi Debate Competition – 6 Oct 2023
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On October 6, 2023, Golden Jubilee School hosted an exhilarating Inter-house Debate competition encompassing both the Primary and Secondary sections. “Debate and divergence of views can enrich our history and culture”. Debate is one of the academic activities that give students a platform to think creatively, explore and express one’s opinion. The aim of organizing the debate competition was to hone the public speaking skills of the students and teach them to be articulate while expressing their thoughts and opinions. The competition was thoughtfully organized into three distinct groups, catering to different age ranges: Classes 4-5 formed the first group, Classes 6-8 comprised the second, and the third group consisted of Classes 9 to 12. The event witnessed a remarkable display of oratory skills and intellectual prowess from the students, who delivered their arguments with remarkable finesse. The atmosphere was charged with the competitive spirit, making it a formidable challenge for all participants. This event not only tested their debating abilities but also served as a valuable and stimulating learning experience for all the students involved. It provided them with a platform to express their thoughts, sharpen their communication skills, and fostered a sense of healthy competition. Overall, it was an enriching and memorable occasion for everyone at Golden Jubilee School.


Following are the results of the debate competition.

Class 4 & 5 English Debate
NameHouse Position
Paridhi Karwa JupiterFirst
Nirmayee DeshmukhMercurySecond
Ruhi KawraniSaturnThird


Class 4 & 5 Hindi Debate
NameHouse Position
Pankhudi Shroff VenusFirst
Manvi VaswaniSaturnSecond
Sacchi JainVenusThird


Class 4 & 5 Marathi Debate
NameHouse Position
Pratyush Kalve & Abhiraj Kumphale Venus & JupiterFirst
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Padmanabh HusheSaturnThird


Class 6 to 8 English Debate
NameHouse Position
Vedashri Deshpande (For), Moksha Ganatra (Against) MercuryFirst
Vedika Boriwale (For), Kanak Maniyar (Against)VenusSecond
Kirti Dhannawat (For), Bhumi Goyal (Against)SaturnThird


Class 6 to 8 Hindi Debate
NameHouse Position
Avishka Tharani (For), Suhana Lohiya (Against) SaturnFirst
Rajvi Gilda (For), Sanchi Gelda (Against)VenusSecond
Yashvi Mogle (For), Anushree Jinturkar (Against)JupiterThird


Class 6 to 8 Marathi Debate
NameHouse Position
Shreesha Gorantyal (For), Priyadarshini Chavan (Against) SaturnFirst
Vaidehi Pandit (For), Aastha Patil (Against)JupiterSecond
Divyanshu Kshirsagar (For), Shraddha Lahane (Against)VenusThird


Class 9 to 12 English Debate
NameHouse Position
Amogh Kabra (For), Shreyas Shekde (Against) VenusFirst
Riddhi Lahane (For), Aatmika Jha (Against)SaturnSecond
Aryan Jindal (For), Sushant Bangad (Against)JupiterThird


Class 9 to 12 Hindi Debate
NameHouse Position
Prisha Gindodiya (For), Kavya Runwal (Against) SaturnFirst
Kanak Agrawal (For), Devanshi Karwa (Against)JupiterSecond
Harshraj Rathi (For), Payaswini Pathak (Against)MercuryThird


Class 9 to 12 Marathi Debate
NameHouse Position
Samruddhi Bhalerao (For), Saranghi Hisvankar (Against) SaturnFirst
Anagha Jakkalwar (For), Aditya Ghotankar (Against)MercurySecond
Ishanvi Pawar (For), Pranjal Ubarhande (Against)JupiterThird


For Best Speaker & Best Rebuttal 6 to 8
LanguageBest Speaker Best Rebuttal
English Vedashri DeshpandeVedashri Deshpande
HindiSuhana LohiyaSuhana Lohiya
MarathiVaidehi PanditVaidehi Pandit


For Best Speaker & Best Rebuttal 9 to 12
LanguageBest Speaker Best Rebuttal
English Shreyas ShekdeAmogh Kabra
HindiPrisha GindodiyaKavya Runwal
MarathiSamruddhi BhaleraoSamruddhi Bhalerao


Inter House Collage Competition - 7 Oct 2023
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The Inter House Collage Competition was organized on 7th October in the school for students of classes 4 & 5, 6 to 8 and 9 to 12 at different venues from 10 am to 12 noon. The topics for the competition for the class groups were as follows: Class 4 & 5 - " Emotions and Expressions ", Class 6 to 8 - " Positive Affirmation ", Class 9 to 12 - " Mindfulness & Meditation ". Each class category had four groups with four students each in every group. The participants were informed about the topic well in advance and brought all the material required for the preparation of Collage. The participants were judged on the basis of Creativity & Originality, Clarity & Neatness, Overall Impression. It was a wonderful activity where students worked in groups for their houses and displayed their artistic skills and team work.


The winners from various class groups are as follows:

Class 6 to 8
NameHouse Position
Rewa Jhunjhunwala, Arya Magare, Pakhi Agrawal, Saee Bhalekar MercuryFirst
Suhana Lohiya, Kirti Dhanavat, Sirisha Gorantyal, Khanak Agrawal SaturnSecond
Sakshi Sethiya, Bhagyashri Bharkad, Yashvi Mogle, Nivedika Chawan JupiterThird


Class 9 to 12
NameHouse Position
Ishwari Dayma, Siddhi Bhakkad, Ishan Khotkar, Aditya Ghuge MercuryFirst
Samruddhi Ardad, Sharyu Bhosle,Anagha Jakkalwar, Lakshminivas Zawar MercurySecond
Saloni Lohiya, Ishanvi Pawar, Kanak Agarwal, Simran Rohara JupiterThird


World Mental Health Day, Secondary Section - 10 Oct 2023
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World Mental Health Day is celebrated on 10 October globally. It is an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. GJS celebrated World Mental Health Day with a special assembly conducted by the students of Psychology Department of class 11 and 12. A skit was presented that depicted the problems like anxiety, depression, mood, behavior disorders and drug abuse among the students and how to overcome these problems. Poster Making on Mental Health and Letter of Gratitude to Mother activities were conducted in classes 6 to 12.Maintaining good mental health is crucial for every individual, and for students, it becomes even more imperative. The demanding academic environment, coupled with the challenges of personal growth and social interactions, underscores the need to prioritize mental well-being. Students were guided by Mrs. Jyoti Dhakne, Faculty & Secondary Counseler, Psychology Department

World Mental Health Day, Primary Section - 10 Oct 2023
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On the 10th of October, Golden Jubilee School embraced the significance of World Mental Health Day with a thoughtful and compassionate celebration. A series of impactful sessions on mental health and well-being were meticulously organized for both teachers and primary section students. The day's events were nothing short of transformative, featuring engaging role plays, captivating storytelling sessions, and an insightful movie presentation curated by our Primary Section Counselor, Mrs. Suhasini Kulkarni. These activities served as a platform for open and constructive discussions about mental health, fostering empathy, understanding, and awareness among both the teaching staff and our young learners. By dedicating this day to the critical topic of mental health, Golden Jubilee School not only prioritized the well-being of its school community but also set a powerful example of how education can be a catalyst for positive change in the lives of its students and educators.

Workshop on Parenting for Parents of classes 1 to 5 and classes 6 to 9 - 12 October 2023
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Golden Jubilee School had organized two separate workshops for 3 hours each for the parents of classes 1 to 5 and 6 to 9 on 12 October 2023 in the morning and afternoon sessions. The resource person for these workshops was Mrs. Salony Priya. Mrs. Salony Priya is founder Director of Ummeed Counselling & Consulting services, a multi-specialty positive psychology institution operating from Calcutta where she empowers, enables and energizes populace with trainings ,therapies, workshops and individualized sessions. The topic for parents of classes 1 to 5 was based on Positive Parenting that dealt with parents’ role in building academic and social skills, Love vs Logic which emphasized on dealing with tantrums of their wards and Vitamin ‘N’: allowing parents to say NO and not just give in to child’s demands. The enlightening session on "Positive Parenting," orchestrated by the esteemed Mrs. Saloni Priya, delved into pivotal facets of nurturing our progeny. Let's explore the profound insights she imparted:1. Parents occupy a pivotal role in cultivating the academic and social acumen of their offspring.2. The riveting discourse on "Love Vs. Logic" in the context of enduring parenthood shed light on the pursuit of a harmonious upbringing.3. Addressing the ubiquitous challenge of tantrums, the session unveiled pragmatic solutions and strategies.4. The concept of administering Vitamin 'N' in parenting, which entails the art of asserting 'NO' rather than indulging every child's request in the guise of affection, was underscored. The session was enriched with an erudite PowerPoint presentation, augmenting the profundity of the insights proffered by Mrs. Saloni Priya.
The topic for parents of classes 6 to 9 was Proactive parenting to nurture a young adult which focused on nurturing millennial for developing leadership skills, understanding the psycho social domains of their wards, connecting their wards teenage with their own and CLASP technique to resolve conflict. The Smart parenting workshop was an excellent session conducted by Mrs. Salony Priya ma’am. It was a very well articulated, organized and structured workshop for parents explained with many real life examples. Salony ma’am explained how the developmental period of children transitioning into adulthood and the roles of parents and society during phase is of immense importance. The workshop concluded with a question and answer session where parents could seek answers to their queries and find solutions to their parenting challenges.We eagerly anticipate future enriching dialogues and workshops aimed at fortifying the bonds among parents, students, and our school community. Your involvement is of inestimable value. We extend our gratitude for the active participation and unwavering commitment to the tenets of positive parenting!

November 2023

GJS wins the Fazle Abbas Festival 2023 Inter School Quiz – 1 November 2023
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Amogh Kabra and Aarush Dhannawat of Golden Jubilee School won the Inter School Quiz organized by Stepping Stones School, Aurangabad at the Fazle Abbas Festival 2023 on 1st November 2023. As many as 12 Schools from Ajmer, Gurugram and Maharashtra participated in the quiz. 6 teams qualified the elimination round and represented for the final round. After a fiercely competitive battle, the coveted title of Inter-School Quiz Champions was clinched by the brilliant minds from GJS. The competition followed a rigorous format, consisting of multiple rounds that tested participants' knowledge on a wide range of subjects. From history to science, and from current affairs to literature, the questions were designed to challenge even the most astute scholars. The team, comprising Amogh and Aarush, showcased an exceptional grasp of knowledge across various subjects, leaving everyone in awe of their intellectual prowess. The quiz was conducted by the Father of Indian Television Quizzing legend Mr. Siddhartha Basu. It was an exhilarating quiz competition that challenged the intellect of participants and kept them on their toes. Amogh and Aarush received the Winner’s Trophy and certificates. Hearty congratulations to the team.


Annual Golden Fiesta for Primary and Secondary – 8 & 9 November 2023
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Golden Jubilee School organized its Annual Golden Fiesta for Primary and Secondary Section on 8 and 9 of November 2023. Dr. Sara Gattani graced the occasion as the Chief Guest for Primary and Dr. Siddhant Goyal graced the occasion as the Chief Guest for the Secondary section, both the chief guests being our proud Alumni. Primary Annual Golden Fiesta was woven around theme “Cultures unleashed – A Global Celebration”, whereas the Secondary Annual Golden Fiesta was woven around the theme “Maharasthra”. On both the days the programme began with welcoming of Chief Guest followed by lighting of the lamp and school prayer. This year's Primary Annual Day was a testament to the vibrant tapestry of cultures that shaped our interconnected world whereas Secondary Annual Day was a Tapestry of Tradition and Progress which encapsulated the vibrant displays, captivating performances, and the spirit of unity that defined the memorable evening. In the Primary section Jupiter house represented China, Saturn house represented Nepal and South Africa, Mercury house – South Korea and Italy, Venus house represented Spain and Japan. The Primary Annual Day festivities kicked off with the a colorful spectacle where students adorned in traditional attire represented countries from around the globe. The school auditorium transformed into a microcosm of the world, symbolizing unity in diversity. On the Secondary Annual Day four houses depicted the folklores of four regions of Maharasthra – Marathwada, Khandesh, Konkan and Vidharbha. The grand finale for Primary Section was a musical fusion extravaganza that blended through the number “We are the World, we are the Children” that created a harmonious crescendo that encapsulated the global spirit of the event. As the curtains fell on this spectacular evening, GJS Primary section celebrated not only the richness of individual cultures but also the collective beauty that emerged when these cultures converged. "Cultures Unleashed - A Global Celebration" reinforced the school's commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that values and respects the diverse backgrounds. The grand finale of secondary section was a song celebration of unity in diversity. Students from four houses came together for a spectacular performance, symbolizing the harmonious coexistence of communities in Maharashtra. The mesmerizing and melodious song left a lasting impression on the audience, embodying the inclusive spirit of the state. As the curtains closed on Secondary Annual Day celebration, the echoes of Maharashtra's vibrant culture lingered in the hearts of attendees. On both the days, the Annual Golden Fiesta concluded with vote of thanks followed by singing of the National Anthem.



December 2023

Annual Athletic Meet - 2 December 2023
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Golden Jubilee School organised Annual Sports Day 2023 on 2 December 2023. The Chief Guest for the program was Mr. Krishna Kamalkishorji Bagdia, our school Alumni. The Sports day commenced with a torch relay by School Captain, Sports Captain and House Captions. After flaming the torch the sports meet was declared open for all the athletes. All houses performed energetic March past. The Students performed various spectacular drills like Pom drill by classes 1 to 3, Ring drill for classes 4 & 5 and dumbbell drill for classes 6 to 8. There were various running races like 50m, 100m, 200m, relay races where many new records were created. Students of classes 9 to 12 performed pyramid. All houses competed with each other. The parents witnessed the program and could be seen filled with happiness to see their wards performing. Teachers, Alumni and Parents participated in relay race with full enthusiasm. HUB School relay was also organized. The Chief Guest awarded the medals and certificates to the winners of the various houses. Individual Championship awards for different categories were awarded. Saturn house won the Champion Trophy for the year 2023-24. The program concluded with everyone singing the National Anthem. Everyone enjoyed a lot. It was a joyous day for all of us.



Following students were adjudged Best Athlete for the year 2023-24:
Class CategoryNameHouse
4 & 5 Boys Aayush BhosleSaturn
4 & 5 Girls Raavi PeetyJupiter
6 to 8 Boys Arnav KabraSaturn
6 to 8 Girls Sheetal LohiyaMercury
9 to 12 Boys Aditya GhotankarMercury
9 to 12 Girls Prisha GindodiyaSaturn

January 2024

GJS students rock in International level Mathematics competition: 11 to 13 Jan 2024
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Aditya Birla World School in association with BITS Pilani conducted the 'Infinity Mathematics Championship' for the students studying in classes 9 to 12 from 11 January to 13 January 2024. 1620 students (540 teams) studying in top schools from 11 countries participated in the competition. GJS proudly announces that our three teams were qualified for the final round in the top 50 teams. The competition was held in NSCI, Mumbai. Four students bagged various certificates in the individual round as Shreyas Shekde bagged silver certificate (in the top 10%), Prisha Gindodiya a Bronze certificate(in the top 20%), Krishna Sachdeo won a Bronze certificate (in the top 20%) and Mayank Jaiswal bagged a Merit certificate. Students also got the opportunity to attend talks and interact with world-famous mathematicians like Dr James Tanton, Dr Mark Saul, Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao, Prof. Inder Kumar Rana and Dr Srinivas Madapusi. Hearty Congratulations to the team and the Mathematics department.



Workshop for Parents, teachers and students – 19 and 20 January 2024
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Golden Jubilee School organized workshops for Parents, teachers and students on 19 and 20 January 2024. The workshop topic for parents was "Making Your Children Life-Ready," aimed to provide valuable insights and practical tips on preparing the wards for the challenges and opportunities they may encounter in their future. It provided the parents with valuable insights into their child's development and equipped them with effective strategies to support wards in their journey towards becoming well-rounded individuals and holistic development. The resource person for this workshop was Mrs. Anju Dhawan. Workshop topics covered for teachers were “Active Learning”, “Engaging Minds”, “Joyful Teaching” and “Overcoming Obstacles”. The resource persons for the teacher’s workshops were Ms. Jyoti Kathju and Ms. Anupama Singh. A very engaging workshop titled “It’s up to you” by Ms. Anju Dhawan was also organized for the students of classes 6 to 9.


Republic Day Celebration : 26 January 2024
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Republic Day was celebrated on 26th January with zeal and enthusiasm. Mr. Suresh Agrawal, Secretary of Golden Jubilee Education Society unfurled the National Flag. It was then followed by singing of the National Anthem by the student’s choir group. Speeches in English, Hindi and Marathi by the students enlightened the audience with the importance of Republic Day and the Indian Constitution. The National Pledge, oath of allegiance, was recited in unison by the entire school. The programme concluded by singing of the National Song 'Vande Mataram' by the choir led by Mr. Sachin Sateja followed by vote of thanks.





February 2024

Annual School Exhibition Showcases Talent Across All Grades - 17 February 2024
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The air was charged with anticipation and creativity as Golden Jubilee School held its Annual School Exhibition, a vibrant showcase of talent spanning across all grades from Pre-Primary to Secondary. The event, which took place on 17 February 2024, was a testament to the hard work, innovation, and dedication of our students and teachers alike. The exhibition halls were transformed into bustling hubs of activity, with each stall representing a unique aspect of learning and exploration. From colorful displays to interactive presentations, the event offered visitors a glimpse into the diverse interests and achievements of our school community. In the Pre-Primary section, young minds dazzled spectators with their imaginative artwork. A Sense Booth exhibition was created, providing an interactive experience for children to engage with various sensory booths, stimulating their senses in unique ways. The energy and enthusiasm displayed by these budding talents were truly infectious, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended. Moving on to the Primary section, visitors were treated to a kaleidoscope of projects ranging from environmental awareness campaigns to mathematical marvels. The Primary section centered its exhibition around the theme of Emotions. Here, students expressed a kaleidoscope of emotions through creative projects in arts, science, and technology. They unveiled the mysteries behind emotions, showcasing a remarkable display of their understanding. Not to be outdone, the Secondary section showcased the depth of knowledge and expertise our students have acquired across various subjects. The exhibition provided a platform for students to showcase their academic prowess and critical thinking skills. Both Primary and Secondary students stole the spotlight with electrifying live music performances that resonated with talent and passion. It's inspiring to see our students embrace challenges, explore new ideas, and collaborate with each other to bring their visions to life. This event truly reflects the spirit of GJS and the dedication of our entire school community. As the curtains draw to a close on another successful exhibition, GJS looks forward to nurturing and empowering the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators. With creativity as their compass and knowledge as their guide, our students are poised to make a positive impact on the world around them. The Annual School Exhibition was greatly appreciated by the parents and the visitors.

Marathi Diwas – 27 February 2024
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On February 27, Golden Jubilee School secondary section hosted a special assembly to commemorate “Marathi Diwas”, an occasion dedicated to honoring the Marathi language and its rich cultural heritage. The event aimed to instill a sense of pride and appreciation for Marathi culture among the student body and foster cultural appreciation among students, highlighting the significance of the Marathi language, literature, and culture. The assembly commenced with School prayer followed by Marathi prayer “Khara to Ekachi Dharm”. A special speech was delivered shedding light on the history, significance and contributions of Marathi language and literature to the cultural tapestry of India, emphasizing the need to preserve and promote regional languages in today’s globalized world. A Marathi quiz was conducted followed by emphasizing the importance of cultural diversity and the significance of celebrating Marathi Diwas within school community. Students performed a melodious rendition of the “Pasayadan”. Overall, the Marathi Diwas special assembly at School served as a platform for celebrating diversity, fostering cultural understanding, and nurturing a sense of pride in one's linguistic and cultural identity. The event left a lasting impact on all students, reaffirming the importance of honoring and preserving regional languages and cultures in today's interconnected world.

National Science Day – 28 February 2024
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National Science Day is celebrated in India on February 28 each year to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C.V. Raman. This day is dedicated to spreading awareness about the importance of science and its application in daily life. At Golden Jubilee School, we celebrated National Science Day with great enthusiasm and fervor, organizing special assembly to ignite the scientific spirit among our students. The day commenced with a special assembly dedicated to honoring the contributions of scientists to the advancement of society. A special song on Science Day, “Everything is science with science everywhere” was sung by the students. A quiz on science-related topics was conducted to test the knowledge and understanding of students. This interactive session not only challenged the participants but also served as a fun and engaging way to learn about various scientific concepts. Students presented speeches highlighting the significance of science in our lives and paying tribute to Sir C.V. Raman and other eminent scientists. Students presented some amazing facts about science which mesmerized the students. The celebration of National Science Day at School was a resounding success. Through these initiatives, we aimed to cultivate a scientific temperament among our students and instill in them a passion for exploring the marvels of the universe. We remain committed to promoting scientific education and nurturing the next generation of innovators and problem solvers. We extend our sincere gratitude to all the students and staff members whose dedication and efforts made the National Science Day celebration a memorable and enriching experience for everyone involved.