Dear Parents,
September at Oakridge Mohali has been an extraordinary month of learning, laughter, and community spirit. The classrooms extended beyond the walls, our students embraced new experiences, and our teachers stood to nurture them. Here’s a heartfelt look at the highlights of September.
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If you’re evaluating schools for your child, here are ten key pillars that indicate whether a school is genuinely preparing students for lifelong success.
This month, Oakridge welcomed Hon’ble Justice (Retd.) Rakesh Kumar Garg, Captain (Retd.) IAS Narinder Singh, and Amanpreet Singh Virk (Ex-PCS) for an inspiring interaction with our students. Through stories from their personal and professional journeys, they shared valuable lessons on leadership, honesty, responsibility, and perseverance. The session encouraged students to think thoughtfully about their choices, stay true to their values, and strive to make a positive difference in the world. Experiences like these enrich learning beyond the classroom and help shape confident, compassionate, and responsible young individuals.
UN International Day of Sign Languages
Students celebrated the UN International Day of Sign Languages, in a motivating inclusion event. Their teachers taught them the American Sign Language signs and they signed the alphabet. The activity opened their minds and hearts to the strength of communication that is not dependent on verbal communication- building empathy, respect, and global citizenship.
International Dot Day
Students celebrated International Dot Day in a creative manner. They were inspired by the motto, everything starts with a dot and created sketches and artworks which transformed every dot into a story, a dream or possibility. The exercise taught them to believe in themselves.
A proud moment for Oakridge this month as Arsheen and Mannat helped the Mohali U-19 Girls Lawn Tennis Team secure the Gold Medal at the Punjab School Games State Level Championship. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement!
This month, our U-14 Girls Football Team secured 2nd position at the Punjab School Games District Competition held at Bhaggomajra College. Congratulations to Kudratneev Kaur and Varalika Raghuraman, who were selected to represent the district at the State Championship.
Our U-17 Boys Football Team delivered an impressive performance at the Punjab Khed Mela Block-Level Competition, held at Bhaggomajra College, Kharar, securing 2nd position and showcasing remarkable teamwork and determination.
Adding to the success, Mehtab Singh and Jung Fateh secured 1st position at the Punjab School Games District Competition and earned their place at the State-Level Championship in Ludhiana.
At the Punjab Khed Mela Block-Level Competition, Yuvraj Singh Rana secured 2nd position in the U-17 Boys Long Jump event and qualified for the District Competition.
Congratulations to Aikamjot Singh, who secured 2nd position in the U-17 Boys Shot Put event at the Punjab Khed Mela Block-Level Competition and advanced to the District Competition.
We are proud to share that Taanish Nanda qualified for the Punjab School Games State-Level Lawn Tennis Competition in Ludhiana.
CAS Flood Relief Campaign
Under our CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) initiative, the school organised a Flood Relief Campaign to assist families in Punjab, severely affected by the natural disaster. Teachers also donated their Teacher Day incentives to the fund in a heart-warming gesture. Their unity and their compassion demonstrate to students that service begins at home, with thought and action.
Nursery Field Trip to Reliance Fresh
Our Nursery children had an exciting field trip to Reliance Fresh. They explored fruits, vegetables, dairy products and pulses—seeing, touching and smelling what they learn about in class. This hands-on experience helped them understand where their food comes from and sparked conversations about healthy eating.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
This month, our EYP2 learners enjoyed an exciting visit to Chhatbir Zoo as part of their Unit of Inquiry, Sharing Our Planet, observing animals and their habitats while deepening their understanding of the world around them.
Next up, our EYP1 learners will visit Cakes & Creams Bakery as part of their Unit of Inquiry, Sense Organs, engaging their senses through the sights, aromas, textures and flavours of the bakery.
Our Grade 2 learners are also gearing up for an enriching visit to the International Dolls Museum, Chandigarh, for an engaging cultural learning experience.
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