Thursday, October 2, 2025

Diya Ram and Ramkrishnan Mohan visit school

 Ramkrishnan Mohan along with his daughter Diya visited school on 16th June 2025. 

Ramkrishnan Mohan, based out of USA, has been a tremendous source of support over the years, starting the "Anitha Ram Scholarship" and recently joining us as our Committee Member. Young Diya started the "Diya Ram Pen Pals Programme". (Read more about "Anitha Ram Scholarship" and "Diya Ram Pen Pal Programme")

In Ramki's own words, on his visit:

A Heartwarming Visit to Gurukulam School  

Our recent visit to Gurukulam School, hosted by Mrs. Sabita Currimbhoy and the dedicated staff team, was both inspiring and memorable. From the moment we arrived, we felt the warmth of the staff and the enthusiasm of the students.  

I had the privilege of speaking with the high school students and was deeply impressed by their determination to complete their education and pursue their career goals. Their focus and commitment were truly uplifting.  

It was equally wonderful to spend time with the middle and lower school children. We watched them engage in various extracurricular activities, including yoga, which highlighted the school’s holistic approach to education.  

A particularly proud moment for us was reconnecting with Dharini and witnessing her career progress. Meeting her, along with other children we’ve sponsored over the years, reinforced the impact of long-term support and encouragement.  

We also shared a delicious, freshly prepared, and healthy lunch at the school — a reminder of how vital it is that these children receive daily nourishment to fuel their learning and growth.  

Another highlight was seeing Diya receive her certificate of appreciation. She was delighted, and after meeting the two children in person, she is now more inspired than ever to continue supporting them.  

The work being done at Gurukulam is remarkable, and we are grateful for the opportunity to contribute. We remain committed to supporting this important mission in the years ahead.  

Here are a few snapshots from our visit  :)










Thursday, July 3, 2025

100% pass in X & XII NIOS Board Exam 2025

 30 June 2025

We have a 100% pass in our X & XII Board Exam conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling!

T. Gunalan is our school topper for the X standard, scoring 91% in English, 84% in Social Studies, 83% in Science and 78% in Basic Computers. 

Deepa is our school topper for the XII standard scoring 87% in Web-Development, 81% in Tamil and 77% in Accountancy. 

100% of our XII standard students have scored a overall First Class.

90% of our X standard children have scored a overall First Class. 

Indeed a proud moment for all the staff and teachers of Gurukulam! 

Loving thanks to our teachers, staff, all our friends and well wishers who have made this possible.


 


Thursday, June 19, 2025

TNJFU "Foundation Day" with ICAR & CIBA

The "Foundation Day" celebration of "TAMIL NADU Dr.J.JAYALALITHA FISHERIES UNIVERSITY" (TNJFU) was organised on 21st June 2025 at "Directorate of Incubation and Vocational Training in Aquaculture" (DIVA) Paraprofessional Institute of Aquaculture Technology by the "Indian council of agricultural research" (ICAR) along with "Central Institute of BrackishWater Aquaculture" (CIBA). 

Our school students from Grades VIII to XI participated in the Foundation Day Celebration. 

Organisers provided valuable insights about the Aquaculture Technology along with the available college courses for children to plan their higher studies, with a very nominal fee.  

Students went through the academic and infrastructural facilities offered by the institution. 











Welcoming the new Kindergarten batch 2025 and UKG

 The new academic session for UKG children began on June 4th 2025.

Students were welcomed by the teachers with beautiful "welcome cards" along with their favourite sweets along with a warm hug.  Students enjoyed their first day.






The new batch of Junior Kindergarteners have been warmly welcomed on 16th June 2025 by our wonderfully energetic KG teachers.

Students had their pictures taken in a photo booth for the 1st day of their schooling.








Back To School

 The new school academic year started on the 4th June '25.  

It was a great start with renewed enthusiasm, joy at meeting their friends and bursting with ideas for new activities together. 







Motor skills activities - KG activity

 Teachers organised a quality activity for the kindergarteners to improve their gross motor skills on 13th March 2025.








Motor skills - KG activity

 13th February 2025

Teachers organised an activity to help with better control of motor skills. This would help develop a better coordination for the KG children. Students participated enthusiastically during the activity.







World Environment Day - June 2025


School organised the World Environment day on 5th June 2025, to create awareness on environmental issues among the young generation .  

The students have presented a stage show on the "Plastic Pollution".  Students emphasized their  collective responsibility to protect our planet and to adopt sustainable practices.







 

KG Graduation day celebration

 The KG Graduation day for the academic year 2024-2025 was held on 5th April '25. 

School invited the parents and students from the Primary and Middle Sections.  

LKG children hosted the entire celebration....their welcome dance was eye catching and enthralled the audience.

The KG students participated with great joy and excitement. 

Parents from the KG-Primary section were honored as "Guests of the Day". They expressed their happiness and were grateful to the school and donors for the service and support provided to economically underprivileged children. 







Inter-faith visit to temple

 In order to appreciate and respect each other's religions, Gurukulam students visited   Kanni amman temple , located at the seashore of Kovalam on 11th April, 2025.  

Students enjoyed the visit and have been blessed with a special prayer conducted during their visit.  Students from Grade I - XII actively participated .






Inter-faith visit to Mosque - April 2025

 In order to appreciate and respect each other's religions, Gurukulam students visited  the Mosque, located at  Kovalam on 11th April, 2025.  

Students enjoyed the visit and have been blessed with a special prayer conducted during their visit.  Students from Grade I - XII actively participated .








Inter-faith visit to Church - April 2025


In order to appreciate and respect each other's religions, Gurukulam students visited St. Joseph's Church , located at Kovalam on 12th April, 2025.  

Students enjoyed the visit and have been blessed with a special prayer conducted during their visit.  Students from Grade I - XII actively participated .





 


Saying goodbye is never easy, but the memories will last forever

 

School organised a farewell party for our Grade XII students on 17th April '25.

Teachers extended their  best wishes to the children who have spent 14 years with Gurukulam and who have grown into wonderful young adults thanks to the guidance and encouragement from the teachers. 

Every farewell is a sunset that always awaits the next sunrise. Life tells the most beautiful stories and every journey calls for a new story.  The bonds we share will forever be cherished and it's never goodbye, it's "see you later".

Students enjoyed the day.....but of course they were many teary eyes as they were leaving the safety of Gurukulam.




Parents Teacher Meet - April 2025

 A "Parent-Teacher" meet was conducted on the 22nd and 23rd of April 2025 after the III Term examination.

Parents were updated in person, one-on-one, by the class teacher on their child's performance and how best we could work together to bring up the child.