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VOL: XXXVII
APRIL 2017

CLASS : I

From the Editor’s desk:

It’s once again NaPSite time- the chronicle that features the evolution and progression of quality
time spent at school by the student fraternity. It is a reflection of the triumphs and jubilations of
the second half of the exciting academic year, which has added value and enriched them with a
brew of experiences to cherish. The advent of the New Year promises to seek newer aspirations
and take us towards higher ideals motivating us to follow the school motto, ‘Reach Out, Reach
High, Reach Beyond.”

A Display of Camaraderie and Sportsmanship

November 12th was a red-letter day for the students of Grades 9 to 12 with spirits running
high and a rush of adrenaline, as each of the houses Centaur, Orion, Pegasus and Phoenix
vied with each other to bag the much coveted trophy for Sports and Games. The well-
conceived and choreographed displays, perfectly synchronized march-past, the spectacular
sound and light finale added to the pomp and show and was an absolute treat for the
appreciative audience. The young sports stars were felicitated in a glittering prize
distribution ceremony.

The rising sports stars of the kindergarten too had their day of enjoyment with colorful
novel races and lively displays to pulsating music at ‘Tender Feet’ - the sports day for the
Kindergarteners, where they charmed the hearts of the spectators with their captivating
feats. It gave the tiny tots a platform to showcase their coordination and camaraderie.

Cinephilia- an epoch on reels

The 5th Graders, through ‘Cinephilia’ showcased their perspective of films and enthralled
the audience by taking them on a cinematic voyage which was truly nostalgic and vibrant.
Beginning with an invocation revering the Almighty, the gifted choir sang blissful songs
and talent poured out into the performances of different genres of dances connecting the
past with the present. Eye-catching artwork made the venue colourful and inviting.

Studio Magnus

Spectrum - an event for Grades 7 and 8 depicting the world of movies and film-making,
transformed the ground into movie sets, an exhibit for equipment and a photo booth. There
were informative and entertaining shows and exhibits covering Science and Technology,
Social Science, Computer Science, Languages and the Visual and Performing Arts,
revealing the association between ‘real life’ and ‘reel life’.

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Our Promising Entrepreneurs

The Market Day marked the culmination of the Young Entrepreneur Program for Grade 6,
which gave them hands on experience of entrepreneurship as they went through the entire
gamut of raising venture capital, manufacturing with limited funds and showcasing their
marketing strategies. The carnival-like ambience was further heightened with Minute-to-
Win-it games and a flash mob that caused a flutter of excitement in the audience. The
community service programme of the school was enhanced by donating the entire proceeds
to deserving charitable institutions.

Rustic Bells

An energized and invigorated Grade 4 presented ‘Rustic Bells’, their annual day,
celebrating all realms of pastoral culture, on 3 December 2016. The audience was treated
to enchanting, enlivening music and pulsating dance performances of indigenous, exotic
genres recreating the splendor of village culture and traditions. The plethora of skills was
showcased by the students with grace, poise, rhythm and perfect synchronization.

Unleashing the Young Scientist at Panorama 2016!!

Saturday 7th January 2017, saw the Einsteins of Grades 1 & 2 donning their mini-scientist
caps at ‘Panorama’, while researching on the theme ‘Nature’ – a potpourri of various
elements of nature from plants, air and water to light, sound, soil, food and colours too!

The exhibition was replete with LIVE demonstrations of experiments, a display of the
creative writing, art & craft work done by the children! To add a little punch to the day,
the children put up an entertaining dance-drama on good ol’ Little Red Riding Hood, one
of the most loved tales of all time, wherein Red Riding Hood not only sang and danced
her way to her grandma’s house in the woods, but also gave a lesson or two on
conservation of Nature! A very cherishable day for the students indeed!!

Graduants- Go light your world !!

A breath of freshness, self-assurance and purpose filled the school grounds as the
graduating class XII students of 2017, dressed in all their finery, robes, caps et al, readied
themselves to celebrate the successful completion of one voyage and mark the beginning
of another. It was a time to reach for the stars, chase their beautiful dreams, cherish the
unforgettable time spent at their Alma Mater and carry their candles and go light their
world!!

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Bazaar Buzz N The City of Dreams

The 3rd Graders put up a marvelous musical, ‘Little Voices’ enthralling the audience
with melodious songs and mind-blowing jigs encapsulating the lives of the common folk
and urging people to pursue their dreams. The colourful costumes and heartwarming
performances left the spectators spellbound .

A potpourri of Culture and Heritage

The 8th Graders brought out the importance of Dussehra and Diwali through an
informative and entertaining assembly and treated the audience to a dance drama
documenting the triumph of good over evil. Shloka recitations with English
interpretations, fervent speeches in English and Hindi, emphazing the importance of
keeping pollution at bay made the day a significant one.

The relevance of the great sage Valmiki and how he could be our role model in the modern
era, was expressed through a Kannada speech.

Celebrating our Statehood with a mélange of red and yellow

The 61st Karnataka Rajyotsava was celebrated with immense enthusiasm and pride. The
celebrations and gaiety glorified the history of the state and was replete with reminiscences
of its rich cultural past and vibrant present. Students dressed up as eminent personalities
from Karnataka and highlighted their achievement and contributions to the state and the
nation at large. The musical play based on the story of ‘Punyakoti’, the cow that speaks
the truth, was enacted with fervour.

Kanakadasa Jayanthi was also celebrated with a speech showcasing the writings of the
prolific poet Kanakadasa followed by an entertaining song and dance.

Bringing out the child in all

The love that teachers shower on students everyday found true expression on Children’s
Day. It was the teachers’ turn to enthrall the students as they donned the mantle of show
business- a real exciting treat for them.

The kindergartners saw their teachers enact a short musical on the value of kindness
towards others. A peppy dance number had the little ones beaming with joy and laughter.
The primary students witnessed a dance, songs and speeches that were both informative
and enjoyable. Hilarious short films of their favorite cartoons brightened their day further.
The senior students were treated to comical skits, a medley of songs and a fun quiz. Cakes
and chocolates added to the sweetness of Children’s Day as the students went home with
memories of a magical time!

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Human Rights and Flag Day

Human Rights Day was observed on 8th December 2016, where the students of grades 6
to 11 came together to reaffirm the rights of citizens all over the world while respecting
the need to be aware of duties that go hand in hand with rights. This was poignantly
displayed through a puppet show, a mime, and a contemporary dance. Tribute was also
paid to our bravehearts on Flag Day through song and dance. It was an eye opener for all!!

Merriment Galore

Jingling bells, Christmas Carols, an ornament bedecked tree, a snowman and festooned
classrooms and corridors truly highlighted the spirit of Christmas. A nativity skit
accompanied by a peppy dance and cheerful hymns sung by the Grade XI choir added
charm and cheer to the festivity.

International Rising Stars

The Senior Boys Basketball team emerged proud champions in the international basketball
circuit at the International Youth Basketball Tournament 2016 organized by BIG7
Entertainment held between 16-20 December at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Our talented
hoopsters were the Runners Up in the 2nd National Youth Basketball Championship 2016
held in Bangalore in October 2016, which paved the way for their participation in the
international event

Arousing Patriotic fervor

The 6th Graders showcased their patriotic temperament through a special assembly,
reflecting the ethos of the youth towards progress and growth of India in the future, to
mark India’s 68th Republic Day.

Mellifluous music, fervent speeches and contemporary dances choreographed to patriotic
songs in different languages emphasized the thread of unity in diversity which make up
the very essence of our nation. A human pyramid depicting the colours of the national flag
was a fitting finale to the day’s show. The Principal, Ms. Mini Jayan, in her speech,
stressed on the need for youth to keep the dreams and hopes of the nation alive.

Cerebral isometrics at the Mega Quiz:

A much looked forward to activity for Grades 1 to 8 was the outpouring of knowledge and
a proof of lateral thinking, that tickled their grey cells - The Mega Quiz

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Open House: Welcome Dear Parents

Parents of Kindergarten to Grade 12 had an opportunity to meet with the respective
teachers of their wards, to get a better insight into their potential, progress and
performance. This informal interaction will surely go a long way in strengthening the bond
between the school and the parent fraternity.
Jaunts n Junkets

The students of Kindergarten to Grade 12 had fun filled and entertaining days out - amidst
greenery and nature. It was a day to bond with friends and classmates, a day to let their
hair down- dance, sing, play and enjoy in the outdoors and feast on delectable food on the
day trips organized by professional groups to well-known resorts. A memorable and
relaxing day indeed!!

Students of Grades 3 and 6 went on an educational trip to Unibic Factory, while the 4th and
5th graders witnessed a Kannada play ‘Gumma Banda Gumma” at Bal Bhavan.

Grade 5 had a very exciting and enlightening visit to the fire station which gave them an
insight into the modus operandi of the rescue operations conducted by our fearless firemen.
Valedictory: Reward and Recognition

Co-curricular excellence was recognized with applause and appreciation. Team spirit,
decision-making and leadership qualities are the key to success in competitive events. The
winners personified these wondrous traits.

All participants were appreciated for giving their best.
Instilling a Scientific Temper

National Science Day was celebrated at NPS with great enthusiasm on 28th of February
to commemorate the invention of the Raman Effect in India by the Indian physicist, Sir
Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman. A Mega Quiz was conducted for grades 6 to 8 followed
on the theme Science followed by an informative and absorbing assembly by the students
of Grade 7.
The Future Beckons…

It’s curtains down for a very successful academic year 2016-17…….here’s looking
forward to the next academic year!
Wishing the 10th and 12th graders the very best of luck for their exams and all their future
endeavours!

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The most special day of my life Inviting the rain!!
Dyuti Deepak, I A
The most special day of my life was my fourth
birthday. My parents had arranged a party at
home. They decorated the house with balloons
and colourful papers. My mother prepared my
favourite food. All my friends and relatives
were invited for my birthday. My parents had
bought a big Chota Bheem Chocolate Cake. The
candle too was special. It was a lotus shaped
musical candle. After everyone gathered, we
cut the cake. Later, I played many games with
my friends and also received gifts from them.
I enjoyed the day very much.

Animesh Gupta, I A

Serene Nymphaea

Diya Kiran, I B My favourite Pet

I like to have pets. I have a pet dog and
his name is Bluey. He is cute and looks
beautiful. He is active and plays with
me everyday. He hates the colour red
and gets very angry at it. He takes rice
and other food items. I feed him on
Saturdays and Sundays when there is
no school. I love my pet very much.

Mohammed Zayan Mulla, I C

Castles in Air My Favourite Toy
Geetha Reddy Kanchi, I B
I love dolls. Every day I play with my Barbie
doll. My doll also has shoes and comes with her
favourite food. The child Barbie dolls are very
cute. They help their Barbie mother by giving
them fruits and vegetables to eat. They enjoy
eating healthy food.

Aditi S Mehta, I D

Insects Insects everywhere Sport for All !
Skanda Raghavan, I A
Insects, Insects everywhere,
They are on flowers and trees,
They are in the park and in the air.
Some are big and some are small.
Some are creepy, some are crawly.
Some hop and some fly,
Making it difficult to catch by.
Some are bright and some are colourful,
Some are dull and give us a fright.
Insects, Insects everywhere
Everyone has to be aware.

Aarushi P Shetty, I B

SUCCESS STORY

Event Name of the Student, Class and Activity Organizer Position
No Sec

1 Akshat Jain (2D) Abacus BrainoBrain, India Gold medal
Brainobrain fest Runners
Winners
Divya Raghunandan (12A) Winners
Runners
Anshu Bipin Andani (12A)

Lipika Rajashekhar (12B)

Chinmayi Vasudeva (12B)

Naga Vaishnavi Dittakavi (10B)

Sujata Shivakumar (10B)

2 Amritha Srinivasan (10C) BasketBall NPS KRM
Nidhi Prakash (10C) Founder's cup

Ishika Jindal (9D)

Samhita Sunkavalli (9D)

Tanisha P Wodeyar (8A)

Saachie Rai (8B)

Atmitha B Raju (7B)

Sanjana Murthy (7B)

Chaitanya Prabhu N S (12A)

Kiran M H M (12A)

Sai Madhav M (12B)

Josson Joe Thoppil (11A)

Vikas G Vasu (11B)

3 Vinayak Krishan Prasad (10A) BasketBall NPS KRM
Akshan S Rao (9A) Founder's cup

Sujay Sampreeth J (9D)

Naveeth Kumar L (9D)

Anish P (9D)

Aabir Lal Biswas (9D)

Yashas A S (7D)

Saanvi A (6A)

Sanjana Murthy (7B)

Atmitha B Raju (7B)

Thitikshaa S (7C)

Tanisha P Wodeyar (8A) Balloholics
fortune cup
4 Mrinal S (8A) (Basket Ball) Fortune Sports
Sahana B K (8A) Academy

Anahita C Jayaram (8A)

Achinthya Yashvanth (8A)

Saachie R Rai (8B)

Ishika Jindal (9D)

Samhita Sunkavalli (9D)

Sourav B S (6D)

Harshal Shankar (7A)

Adarsh N Alva (7A)

Yashas A S (7D)

Akshat D (7D) Balloholics
fortune cup
5 Krishna Ranganathan (8D) (Basket Ball) Fortune Sports
Akash Kempe Gowda (8D) Academy

Mayaank B (8D)

Ashutosh M Bharadwaj (9C)

Sughosh Deshpande (9C)

Aabir Lal Biswas (9D)

Anish P (9D)

Anshu Bipin Andani (12A) Athletics (200m) III place
III Place
6 Anshu Bipin Andani (12A) Athletics CBSE Clusters 2 Runners Up
Indushree M (12A) (4x100 mts
Lakshmi T Nambiar (11B) School Topper
Meghana R (11A) Relay)
9th Rank
7 Gayatri K (7B) Bournvita Quiz Bournvita School Topper
Diya Gopinath (8B) Special Place
Ananya Mishra (6C) Conquest IQ Conquest Special Place
Vaibhav Manegar (7D) Olympiad
Tripan Dham (8C) III Place
Srijan Chakraborty (9B) All India Final Times NiE III Place
IQ Olympiad Special Place
8 Kaustubh Ghate (5C) II Place
Siddharth J Kalyan (4D) Aptitude III Place
Sasyak Kaustubha Parkhi (3A) Challenge III Place
II Place
Siddarth J Kalyan (4D) Handwriting – I Place
Sub junior II Place
9 Nithya Gauri Shastry M C (6C) III Place
Santhosh M (9D) Drawing – Sub Jr Special Place
Isha Chaudhury (1C)
Swarnima Vitasta (1C) Group Song – Smriti-2016 Winners
Vivaan Aiyer (2A) Sub Jr Geeta Govinda
I place
Pratichi Sinha (4A) Quiz – Samskritha Winners
Ramayanam Jr Sangha
Pratichi Sinha (4A) Handwriting - Jr
Mansi Hiremath (4B) Elocution - Jr
Aditi G Bharadwaj (4D) Solo singing - Jr

Akshar Raghu (5B) Rangoli - Jr

Anisha R (5B) Memory Test - Jr
10 Aditi Shivakumar (7C)

Tharuni L Sivaram (7B)
Riddhi Nair (7B)
Shradha A Mulimani (7B)

Dhruti A Deshpande (6D)

Swetha Swaminathan (10B) Solo Singing - Sr

Prarthana Tejasvi (9D) Elocution - Sr

Ananya Ramachandra (8B) Elocution - Sr

Mansi K N (8B) Essay Writing -
Keerthana G Iyer (8B) Sr
Ananya Ramachandra (8B)

Aabir Lal Biswas (9D)

Anish P (9D)

Naveeth Kumar L (9D)

Sujay Sampreeth J (9D)

Vinayak Krishan Prasad (10A) International

11 Pranav K (10A) Youth Basketball Big 7

Josson Joe Thoppil (11A) Championship

Hridhay Kiran Shetty (11B)

Vikas G Vasu (11B)

Kiran M H M (12A)

Sai Madhav M (12 B)

12 Shashank H S (11A) NeuroScience Indian Brain Bee

Quiz Organization

Arun Ram Ramakrishnan (10A) Annual State Vijay Bank
13 Level Inter Cultural Club
High School
Tejas Rao M (10A)
Quiz

Aniket Pandey (8B) Written Quiz International Gold
Ruhi Mitra (8C) MUN Academy Wizard Silver
Praajna G Baragur (8A) Bronze
Srivathsa S Kurpad (9A) TISB Gold
14 Likhit Adithya (9A) Silver
Shravasti Sarkar (10B) Gold
Aditya Srinivasa (10C) Gold
Shatakshi Sarangi (10C) Silver
Tejas Rao M (10A) Bronze
Aditi Kumar (10C) Bronze
Commendable
Aditi Varshini Chandra (9A) delegate (Rajya
Sabha)
15 Special Mention
(European
Chandran N (11A) Commission)

Yashas A S (7D) Basket Ball NPS HSR Runners
Harshal Shankar (7A) Founder’s Cup
Adarsh N Alva (7A)
Akshat D (7D) Basket Ball Winners
Shrey Jain (6C) Founder’s Cup
16 Vibhav K (6D) NPS HSR
Saurav B S (6B)
Rushil M Madhusudhan (5A) Most Valuable Player
Rohith K Nair (5D)
Prapanch K (5A) Basket Ball NPS HSR Winners
Pratheek Allum (5A) Founder’s cup
Amritha Srinivasan (10C)
Sujata Shivakumar (10B) Karnataka Indian Statistical Qualified in KRMO
Nidhi Prakash (10C) Regional Math Institute
Naga Vaishnavi Dittakavi (10B)
Samhita Sunkavalli (9D) Olympiad CBSE Selected for
Ishika Jindal (9D) Zonal National Level
Tanisha P Wodeyar (8A)
17 Saachie R Rai (8B) Informatics
Mrinal S (8A) Olympiad 2017
Achinthya Yashavanth (8A)
Anahita C Jayaram (8A)
Sanjana Murthy (7B)
Atmitha B Raju(7B)

Sanjana Murthy (7B)

Vinayak Krishan Prasad (10A)
Purujit Vasuki (10C)
Pranav K (10A)
Naveeth Kumar L (9D)
Aabir Lal Biswas (9D)
18 Sujay Sampreeth J (9D)
Anish P (9D)
Ashutosh M Bharadwaj (9C)
Mayaank B (8D)
Krishna Ranganathan (8D)
Yashas A S (7D)

19 Pradyot Mohanty (10A)

20 Shatakshi Sarangi (10C)
Aditi Arun (8D)

Jatin Vinod Kumar (7A) Excellence
Anirudh C Balaji (7B)
Kunal Kush Avalakki (10C) ANCQ Royal Australian
Tejas Rao M (10A) 2016 Chemical Institute,
Chinmay K Haritas (10C)
21 Nidhi Prakash (10C) Australia
Ananya Arun (12A)
Aditi Arun (8D) Outstanding
Bharath Shankar (9B)
Sukeerth Ramkumar (9D) Invitational Runners
Shatakshi Sarangi (10C) Inter School
Lawn Tennis
Anusha Kallur (7A) Tournament

Tanmaya Mahesh (7A) Invitational Runners
Riya Hiremath (7D) Inter School
Anagha R N (8C) Throw Ball
Atmitha B Raju (7B) Tournament
Sanjana Murthy (7B)
Saachie R Rai (8B) Invitational TISB Winners
Shibani Santosh (8D) Inter School
Revati Sohoni (9A)
Khushi Sridhar (9A) Cricket
Amulya D (9C) Tournament
Vaishnavi A (9C)
Ananya H A (9C) Invitational Runners
Aditi Sanjay (9D) Inter School
BasketBall
Keshav S Raghavan (7B) Tournament

Siddharth R (7B)

Aryan Nambiar Viprad (7C)

Sushant Karthik V (7C)

Hemanth S Sindhe (8A)

Adithya C (8C)

Atharv Dilip (8C)

Chirag Nagesha (8C)
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Tarun D (8C)

Akshan Rao (9A)

Athish K S (9B)

Nikhil Hegde (9B)

Sayan Arjun (9B)

Advaith M Rajeev (9C)

Rohan S (9D)

Harshal Shankar (7A)

Akshat D (7D)

Yashas A S (7D)

Akash Kempe Gowda (8D)

Krishna Ranganathan (8D)

Mayaank B (8D)

Akshan Rao (9A)

Ashutosh M Bharadwaj (9C)
Sughosh Deshpande (9C)

Aabir Lal Biswas (9D)

Anish P (9D)
Naveeth Kumar L (9D)

Sujay Sampreeth J (9D)

Aniket Pandey (8B) Catch them Infosys Selected for training
23 Mihir R Deshpande (8C) Young 2016 UNSW camp during
summer
Aditi Arun (8D) IAIS
Rahul Ramachandran (8D) Gold medal in
Science
Arnav P K (4B)
Gold medal in
24 Shourya Reddy K (4C) Digital Technologies

Vedang Ashwin Naik (10D) Katha Creative Katha in Selected for Katha
Writing association with National Utsav 2016
Evangeline Rose Mathew (5C)
Anirudh M (5D) CBSE
Sristi Sridhara (6B)
Anchita Gopkumar (7C)
25 Akash G C (7C)
Dev Banthia (7C)
Netra Jagadish (9C)
Maya Kamath (10B)

Arnav P K (4B)

Siddharth J Kalyan (4D)

Anika U Bhat (5A)

Abhishek Srinivasan (6A)

Ananya Raghunandan (7B)

Archith Casheekar (7B)

Rohan J S (7C)

Vaibhav Manegar (7D)

Pranav Swaroop (8A)

Supreeth D C (8A) The Green TERI Certification of
26 Olympiad Distinction

Aniket Pandey (8B)

Siddhartha V Sreeramagiri (8B)

Ruhi Mitra (8C)

Adithya P (8D)

Prabhav B Kashyap (8D)

Pratham Raj Sinha (8D)

Netra Jagadish (9C)

Sushanth Shenoy (9C)

Nidhi Prakash (10C)

Keerthana M Arun (10D)

Ramana Ramachandran (5B) Winner

Kaustubh Ghate (5C) Titan Genius Runner

27 Ananya Mishra (6C) Kidz National Titan Genius Kidz Winner
Anirudh C Balaji (7B)
Arithmetic Learning Pvt. LTd. Runner

Kunal Kush Avalakki (10A) Championship Winner

Pranav B Kashyap (10D) Runner

Ruhi Mitra (8C) I

Bharath Shankar (9B) I

Sristi Sridhara (6B) VIDHYARTHI II
VIGYAN II
Anirudh C Balaji (7B) Conducted by III
28 Ananya Raghunandan (7B) MANTHAN NCERT and
(State level) Vigyan Prasar I and II place

winners selected for

National Level

Anirudh C Balaji (7B) Science in I
Netra Jagadish (9C) Action III
Srivathsa S Kurpad (9A)
Sushanth Shenoy (9C) Innovative ideas ISRO II
29 Meghana C Dixit (9D) Consolation
Gayatri K (7B) Extempore
Bharath Shankar (9B) (Science II
Vedang Ashwin Naik (10D) Elocution) I
Shatakshi Sarangi (10C)
30 District Level Vishweshwarya III
Sriram R (9D) Science Quiz Industrial &
Technology
31 Nischala B R (5D) Innovation with Museum
Paper
32 Dheemanth Mahesh (2B)
Prabhav Prabhav-Music Selected for super
33 Pratheek Allum (5A) International outreach senior category
34 Arjun Gopkumar (12B) Competition in
Indian Classical
Achintya Ranjan (11B)
Music
35 Saket C S (9D)
Inter School

Roller Skating JVM International II Place

1000mts School

500mts III Place

All India Talent Solapur District Winner -Singles
Series Tennis Lawn Tennis Assn Event
Tournament

NIAS Maiya NIAS- Maiya Fellowship award of
Prodigy Rs. 50000

Badminton Mission II Place
(represented Directorate-Sports
Karnataka)
Development
Ministry of Youth
Affairs and Sports

Cambridge

Anshul Mahesh (10D) English Language

Video Making Assessment and

36 Competition the Australian II Place

( Aerospace ) Trade and

Vishaal S (10D) Investment

Commission

Formating:Sushanth R Prabhu(9A), Prajval Sairam, Shravan Shenoy(9B), Pratul V(9C),Sriram R(9 D)