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Message July- 2024 February 2025Harvest International SchoolPinnacleDIRECTOR’S MESSAGEDear Students, Teachers, Administrative Staff,Vice Principal, and Principal,As we stand together as a family at HarvestInternational School, I want to express myheartfelt gratitude and admiration for each oneof you. Your dedication, hard work, andcommitment are the pillars of our success.To our dear students, you are the heart of ourinstitution. Your enthusiasm to learn, grow, andexcel inspires us every day. Keep striving for excellence and be the change-makers of tomorrow. To our teachers, you are the guiding lights who shape the minds and futures of ourstudents. Your passion for education and tireless efforts make a lasting impact. Let uscontinue to innovate, inspire, and nurture with unwavering commitment.To our administrative staff, your efficiency and behind-the-scenes efforts ensure thesmooth functioning of our school. Your role, though often understated, is vital to ourprogress.To our Vice Principal and Principal, your leadership and vision keep us on the path togreatness. Your ability to bring out the best in everyone is truly commendable.We have achieved much together, but our journey is far from over. We must all workwith honesty, dedication, and unity to take our school to even greater heights. Let usdream big, set high standards, and achieve them with determination and teamwork.Harvest International School is not just a place of learning; it is a place where dreamsare nurtured, and futures are built. With each of us contributing our best, there are nolimits to what we can accomplish.Let’s move forward with confidence, passion, and the belief that together we canachieve the extraordinary.With warm regards,Sandeep SinghDirector Campus

2024PinnacleJuly- Aug- Sep PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGEHarvest International SchoolOur actions significantly affect the planet we call home. Let us commit toprotecting our environment by conserving resources and makingsustainable choices in our daily lives. By fostering a deep respect for nature,we can contribute to a more harmonious coexistence with the Earth.Responsibility and good citizenship form the foundation of a meaningful life.Let us fulfill our roles as proactive members of our school, community, andthe wider world. Treat one another with kindness, respect, and empathy,and work towards building an inclusive and supportive environment whereeveryone can thrive.Value-based education is essential for both personal growth and societalprogress. Let us embody moral values such as honesty, integrity, andcompassion. Learn to make ethical decisions, stand firm for what is right,and contribute positively to the world around you.I have great faith in your potential and abilities. Pursue your dreams withpassion, embrace your talents, and strive to become the best version ofyourself.Warm regards,Jay SharmaPrincipalDear Students,As we journey through an ever-evolvingworld, I encourage each of you to nurture aspirit of curiosity and a passion for learning.In this era of rapid change, artificialintelligence (AI) stands out as atransformative force. Take the opportunityto explore its potential, understand itsimpact, and consider how you can harness itto shape a brighter future.

2024Pinnacle“The beauty of theworld lies in thediversity of itspeople.”July- Aug- SepHarvest International SchoolAT HARVEST WE TAKEPRIDE INREPRESENTING OURNATION ANDSHOWCASING OURRICH TRADITIONS HARVEST INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL ISA COMMUNITY UPHOLDINGCULTURAL ETHOS WHICH CAN BESEEN IN CELEBRATION OF VARIOUSFESTIVALS HARVESTIANSCELEBRATED 78THINDEPENDENCE DAY WITHPRIDE AND PATRIOTISM TOSHOW THEIRCOMMITMENT TOWARDSTHEIR CULTURE.

2024is the most powerful weapon youcan use to educationCHANGE THEWORLD-B.B. KingPinnacleJuly- Aug- SepHarvest International SchoolTeachers’ Day Celebration- Tributeto the Educators from the Learners!5th September: The students of Harvest organized the Teachers’ Dayto express gratitude to their beloved teachers and to thank them fortheir impact in shaping the future. The event was buzzing with lifeand was full of incredible dances, heartfelt gifts, honors, and mostimportantly fun! The teachers explored the child in them as theyplayed games and danced their heart out!

2024Pinnacle“Leaders must be close torelate to others but farenough ahead to motivatethem”-John C. Maxwell Games!And Fun!Dances!July- Aug- SepHarvest International SchoolTeachers’s Day Celebration 2024

2024PinnacleSoloDance SoloDance HIS conducted Maths Quiz, ICT Quiz and Spell Bee where students showcased their talents and their intelligenceINTER-HOUSE COMPETITIONS“The FUTURE belongsto those who BELIEVEin the beauty oftheir DREAMS”-Eleanor RooseveltJuly- Aug- SepHarvest International School

2024PinnacleTHE COMPETITIONWAS AROLLERCOASTER OFEMOTION- FULL OFLAUGHTER, SADNESSAND JOY. THERESULTS WERE NECKTO NECK BUT AIRHOUSE EMERGEDVICTORIOUS WITHEARTH HOUSE ASRUNNERS UP.“The FUTURE belongsto those who BELIEVEin the beauty oftheir DREAMS”-Eleanor RooseveltJuly- Aug- SepHarvest International SchoolHindi NatyaManchan andHindi Mono ActCompetition

2024PinnacleU-14 BOYS FOOTBALL DISTRICT CHAMPIONS“Age is no barrier. It’s a limitation you put on yourmind.”-JacKie Joyner-Kersee SPORTS SECTION!July- Aug- SepHarvest International SchoolThe students of Harvest International School havedominated sports after their stunning performance at thezonal level, and district level competitions!U-19 BOYS ZONAL VOLLEYBALLCHAMPIONS

2024Pinnacle“I really think a championis defined not by theirwins, but how they canrecover when they fall.”-Serena Williams July- Aug- SepHarvest International SchoolThe shuttlers of HISshowcased theirbrilliant skills andreflexes as theybagged 1st position inU-17 and U-19 girls aswell as in U-14 boys atthe Zonal LevelU-14 GIRLS ANDU-17 BOYS WONGOLD AND SILVERMEDALSRESPECTIVELY ATTHE DISTRICTBADMINTONCHAMPIONSHIP

2024Pinnacle“I really think a championis defined not by theirwins, but how they canrecover when they fall.”-Serena Williams July- Aug- SepHarvest International SchoolRABBIGUEL ANJI, A CHAMPION IN MAKINGOur student Rabbiguelperformed outstandingly at theVICTOR PUNJAB STATE MINI& SUB-JUNIOR U-11 & U-13BOYS AND GIRLS RANKINGTOURNAMENT.Showcasing remarkable skilland determination, Rabbi won the GOLD Medal in the doubles category and the SILVER Medal in thesingles. He also displayed his talent at OMAXE OPEN STATEBADMINTION TOURNAMENT where he clinched the GOLD MEDAL in the U-11 Singles and Double while also making it to the semifinals in theU-13 boys singles, earning a well-deserved BRONZE medal!Our exceptional Tennis players were amazing at both PunjabState School Games and Khedan Vatan Punjab Diya, winningtwo golds, a silver and a bronze medal at these tournaments

THE PLAY PAGE!2024Pinnacle1. There was a kitten eating chicken in the kitchen.2. Betty bought butter, but the butter was bitter.3. Fred fed Ted bread, and Ted fed Fred bread.Brain Teasers!1. Turn me on my side and I am everything. Cut me in half and I amnothing. What am I? 2. What has cities, but no houses; forests, but no trees; and water, butno fish?3. What is harder to catch the faster you run?4. I have four wings, but cannot fly, I never laugh and never cry; On the same spot I'm always found, toiling away with little sound. What am I?5. Who makes it, has no need of it. Who buys it, hasno use for it. Those who use it can neither see nor feel it. What is it?Answers:- The Number 8, A Map, Your Breath, A Windmill, A Coffin! “We learn bestin moments ofenjoyment.”-Ralph C. Smedley DID YOU KNOW?TWIST YOUR TONGUE!1. The strongest muscle in our body is the tongue!2. Coca Cola was originally green!3. Honey is the only food that never expires or spoils!July- Aug- SepHarvest International School

PinnacleQ. Since you have been on various school trips, what do youthink about the student and teacher relationship on a trip?And also how do these trips help in character development?A. School trips enhance student-teacher relationships byproviding a relaxed environment for informalinteractions, fostering mutual respect and understanding.These trips also contribute to character development, asstudents face new challenges, build resilience, and developproblem-solving skills. Additionally, they promote teamwork, empathy, and cultural awareness, supporting overall personal growth.Teacher SpotlightQ. What is the importance of sports ina student’s lifeA. Sports is crucial in a student's life,promoting physical health, reducingstress, and improving mood andconcentration. It teaches teamwork, (HOD Sports)leadership, and discipline, which are valuable in academicsand future careers. Additionally, sports fosters a sense ofcommunity and belonging, aiding in holistic developmentand preparing students for balanced, successful lives. Mr. Balbir

experience. Students demonstrated exceptional entrepreneurial skills,creativity, and teamwork by dividing into five teams each managingtheir own stalls and showcasing innovative products and services. Theevent's impressive turnout of parents resulted in a substantial profitexceeding expectations, serving as a testament to the student's hardwork and dedication. Moreover, the Business Fest was pivotal innurturing entrepreneurship and innovation among students, enhancingtheir confidence, and equipping them with essential skills to excel in thebusiness world. The experience will undoubtedly have a lasting impact ontheir future endeavors, providing a solid foundation for their academicand professional pursuits. The success of the event was further amplifiedby the students' ability to think critically, solve problems creatively, and The school's highly successful Business Fest, heldon August 31, 2024, offered students anunparalleled opportunity to apply theoreticalconcepts in marketing, finance, andmanagement to real-world scenarios, fosteringa unique blend of academic r igor and practicalThe Business Fest at HISPinnaclework collaboratively, skills that will serve themwell in an increasingly complex and competitivebusiness landscape. Through this event, theschool has demonstrated its commitment toproviding students with experiential learningopportunities, empowering them to becomefuture leaders and innovators in the businessworld.By:- Anas Khan (Teacher In-Charge)

With sports being an integralpart of education, the schoolorganised its 10th AnnualAthletic Meet on December 4.Students from the cornerstoneand the primary classesparticipated in the event.During the event, Mr KuldeepChug, DSO Ludhiana, waspresent as the guest of honour.Various track and field events,march past, differentdemonstrations like yoga,aerobics, mass PT exercises,umbrella drill and parachutedrill were held.Vice President Mr GurdeepSingh (DIG retired), hissignificant other, Mrs BalbirKaur, Director Campus, MrSandeep Singh, schoolprincipal, Mr Jay Sharma andvice principal, Ms BhawnaSharma, were present amongothers during the meet.Dec 4 - Tenth Annual Athletic Meet, Day 1 of the AnnualAthletic Meet held for Cornerstone and Primary SchoolPinnacle

With the aim of bolstering a passionfor sporting success amongststudents, Harvest InternationalSchool organised its 10th AnnualAthletic Meet. On the second andconcluding day, students from themiddle and the senior schoolparticipated in the meet.During the track and field events,the athletes set the track ablazewith their exhilaratingperformance.Races were held for parents ofstudents too.The leading house trophy wasbagged by Water House, while Airand Earth emerged as the first andsecond runners up respectively.Among individual performances,Arunjeet Singh and Gurleen Kaurwere adjudged the best athletesamongst the checkpoint group,while Harsimrat Singh and SavreenKaur were declared the bestathletes amongst the senior schoolstudents.Earlier, speaking during theoccasion, Vice President of theHarvest group, Mr Gurdeep Singh(DIG retired), emphasised upon thesignificance of sports in life.PinnacleAnnual Athletic Meet - Dec 5Middle and Senior School participate on Day 2

Awards and accolades24/10/2024 - A four-peat No.1 for Harvest!Achieving a unique distinction, Harvest International School,Jassowal-Kular, Ludhiana, has bagged the Best Day CumBoarding International School Award in Punjab for the fourthconsecutive time during a glittering award function at TheLeela Ambience, Gurugram, last week.The credit for the prestigious award would go to thepraiseworthy educational philosophy followed at theinstitution, where every student matters! Being at the centreof the teaching-learning method at the school, each Harvestiangets the opportunity to hone their skills in various activities,besides sharpening their academic prowess.Pinnacle

The school celebrated AnnualFunction for the currentacademic session for its primarywing on 28th Oct .The electrifying performance bythe school band, themagnificent acting skills anddance performance of thedrama artists (of the play PeterPan) regaled the audiencesduring the crisply held functionat the school auditorium.Outstanding scholasticachievers and Harvest's youngbadminton prodigy, RabbiguelAnji, were awarded during theevent.PinnacleAnnual Function

The second and concluding day ofthe annual function for theacademic session 2024-25 on 29thOct saw participation from middleand senior secondary school. The programme commenced withthe lighting of the ceremoniallamp to invoke divine blessings, inpresence of the honourable VicePresident of the Harvest Group,Mr Gurdeep Singh, DIGP (retd), hiswife, Mrs Balbir Kaur, DirectorCampus, Mr Sandeep Singh,school's principal, Mr Jay Sharmaand the vice principal, Ms BhawnaSharma.During the event, a musicalrendering of the story of Aladdin,adapted from the Arabian Nights,was presented as a drama. In addition, the school report wasread out by the principalsummarising the recentachievements. Later, prize winnersof the academic session 2023-24were awarded during the AwardDistribution ceremony by theworthy dignitaries.Pinnacle

Dec 12 : We are no.10 in India!We are proud to share that Harvest has been ranked as no.10 in India,No.1 in Punjab & No.1 in Ludhiana in the category of Top 10 Day-cum-boarding schools (International Curriculum- IB/CIE/CAIE) in a surveyconducted by EducationToday. This is a testament to the inspirationalvision of our founder President, Mr Harvinder Singh Saran and VicePresident, Mr Gurdeep Singh, DIGP (retd.) as well as the dynamicleadership of our worthy Director Campus, Mr Sandeep Singh, principalMr Jay Sharma and vice principal, Ms Bhawna Sharma.At the same time, we are indebted to our cherished community of theparents of our beloved students, our diligent student fraternity and theschool's distinguished alumni, all of whom have contributed towardsmaking us achieve this distinction.Consilio et Animis!Pinnacle

Camps - Day Camp held for PP2 & PP3 classes:25/11/2024Pinnacle"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn."- Benjamin Franklin.For the purpose of imbibing life skillsthrough practical experience, classesfrom PP4 to CP3 were involved in astay-on-the-campus night campduring the weekend. Fun filledactivities, games, sports, cooking bychildren and a visit to the school'sfarmhouse (at Sudhar) were held.25/11/2024 - Night Camp held:In order to involve students inexperiential learning andinculcate the spirit of adventure,a fun filled day camp wasorganised for PP2 and PP3classes.Frolicsome games, art and craftas well as sporting activitieswere arranged.Experience based learning wasenabled through life skill activitysession.

PinnacleFeb 8, 2025 - Inter House MonoAct Competition Held -The Inter House Mono ActCompetition was held for classesPP2-PP5, wherein buddingperformers impressed theaudience with their well preparedenactment and presentationskills.The Inter House EnglishDeclamation Competition,with students from PP 6 to1G1 classes declaiming aspeech, earlier delivered inpublic by some eminentpersonality. Popular digitalmedia personality, Mr ManeetSingh, acted as a judge forboth the eventsFeb 3-8 2025 - Inter HouseTennis Week - Students fromPP2 to PP5 presented theirtalent.

Academic achievements -Students have achievedremarkable success in theMaths Olympiad ( SOF), securingtop rankings on a global scale!1. Gairatdeep Khaira securedinternational rank 2 2. Saksham Goyal securedinternational rank 16.Feb 1, 2025 - Young Scientistand Mathematician Challenge -A day dedicated to innovationand the spirit of scientificinquiry.As many as 180 science and 145math, both static and workingmodels were presented bystudents from PP2 (grade 1) toIG1 (grade 9).Oct 7 onwards - Snippets fromthe Inter House Football Week.Dec 16 - Glimpses of thecompetition held during theInter House Skating week.Pinnacle

Jan 26 - Celebrating the 76th Republic DayThe 76th Republic Day was observed onthe school campus by upholding the spiritof reverence towards the constitution andthe enduring philosophy behind it. Thecynosure of everyone's attention, thenational tricolour was unfurled, alongwiththe playing of the national anthem,followed by an impressive march past bystudents. A cultural show highlighting unity indiversity and a medley of group dances,representing the culture of various stateswere put forward.Jan 18, - Enthusiastic recitation andelocution rendered during the Hindi KavyaPratiyogita and Hindi Bhashan Pratiyogitaheld for classes PP2-CP1 and CP2-IG1,respectively.Jan 13 - Lohri Special Assembly -With the start of the harvest season, thewelcome respite from harsh cold wascelebrated as a Special Assembly tocelebrate the festival of Lohri as well asMakar Sankranti. Pinnacle

Jan 25 - Harvest celebratesGraduation DayValedictory Ceremony organisedfor the students of PP 1 and ALevel.EXPRESSION - ART COMPETITIONHELDImbued with creative spirit, thewhole atmosphere came alive asHarvestians participated inExpressions - The Art Competitionheld at the Tennis Stadium on theschool campus. Not only students(from classes PP2 up to IG1), butmembers of the staff also took partin the event by using theirimagination to draw, colour andpaint under the azure blue sky on asunny December day.Inter House Choir Competition HeldThe Inter House Choir Competitionwas organised for the studentsfrom classes PP2 up to IG1 at theschool auditorium today.Pinnacle

Christmas CelebrationThe school held ChristmasCelebrations on 23rd December.During the event, the story ofChrist's birth - The Nativity Play -was presented. Later, keeping in withthe yuletide spirit, goodies weredistributed by one of the staffmembers dressed up as Santa Claus.Students put up Xmas relateddecorations in their classrooms,besides exchanging gifts amongstone another.Harvest International Schoolcelebrates Children's Day Adventure Camp Held too Harvest International Schoolcelebrated Children's Day at itssprawling playground here today. Anadventure camp was held on theoccasion, in addition to various inhouse entertaining games.During the celebration, variedoutdoor activities like Zip line, SportClimbing, Commando Crawl, HopScotch, Magical Maze, etc werearranged for students.Pinnacle

PinnacleCouncil Retreat Ceremony Held - The School Council Retreat Ceremony, a significant event duringthe school calendar, was held on 14th Feb to recognise anduphold the dedication put in by the student leaders during theacademic session 2024-25.The outgoing student council handed over their badges toindicate passing over of responsibility in the upcoming session.