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The G. D. Somani Memorial School was founded in July 1975. It was primarily established to provide Quality Education with Indian Orientation.Our school completes twenty five years of its fruitful existence by the close of the academic year 1999-2000. The aims of the G. D. Somani Memorial School are development of the whole child - Spiritual, moral, mental,emotional, physical social and formation of an upright citizen and a fine human being. We therefore lay emphasis on quality education and the integral formation of the young.We strictly adhere to our school motto Continuous pursuit of excellence" and it has been the foundation of our work culture. It is our responsive strategy, carefully drawn out plans and total commitment and dedication, that has helped The G.D. Somani Memorial School to grow from strength to strength. We cannot of course achieve all that we wish to achieve without the blessings of Lord Venkateshwara and activesupport of our Parents. We hope that Almighty will be with us, to guide and inspire us, to greater heights of Success.
G.D.Somani is one of Bombay's finest and best school. It is affiliated to the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary Education (I.C.S.E) and teaches classes ranging from Nursery to Class Tenth.The medium of instruction is English. The school has a student count of about 2500. It was established in 1975 by Mr.G.D.Somani. Mr.M.P.Sharma is the Principal of the School.
Modern Audio-Visual Centre, Modern Gymnasium. The Computer Laboratory is equipped with 55 Pentium 4 PC's having a leased cable line Internet Connection. The school also has it's own fleet of 17 buses which is used for the transportation of students living at a long distance from the school.
Telephone No. : 91-22-22187102/91-22-22184753. Fax - 91-22-22189944.
Address : G. D. Somani Memorial School, 625, Cuffe Parade, G.D. Somani Marg, Mumbai - 400005 (India)
Principle : Mr.M.P. Sharma
Vice-Principle: Mr. Brian Seymour
Managing Trustee : Mr.S.B.Somani
Director: Mrs.Aradhana Somani
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[edit] Information
The G.D.Somani Memorial School, founded on 1st July 1975 is sponsored by Shri Hazarimal Somani Memorial Trust and now run by M/s.Somani Educational Society. An English Medium Co-educational School, it celebrated its silver jubilee in 2000 and its 30th b'day on 2005.It is a milestone in its goal for imparting education.
[edit] Our Vision
Pursuit of excellence, dedicated commitment towards quality education with an Indian orientation.
[edit] Our Belief
The school endeavours to inculcate the right values in the students and help them to build their character to face the challenges of the future.
[edit] Our Aim
Personality development of the students, enhancing the talents and catering to their mental and spiritual upliftment; perfecting the qualities that will enable them to become good citizens.The school is affiliated to the Indian School Certificate Examination for Std. IX and X. The syllabus prescribed by the Inter- State Board for Anglo Indian Education is followed from Std. I to Std. VIII while offering a plethora of co-curricular activities.
[edit] History
[edit] The Early Principles
The first Vice Principal was Mrs. DSouza. Mr. Thakker came in as the new principal. Mrs. Thakker was the principal from 1975 -79. Mr. Newton was the next principal. Mr. Newton was the one who started the extra-curricular activities in school. He was the principal from 1980-87. And after that, our current Principal, Mr. M.P. Sharma took over the school.
[edit] The Status of the School in the Past
Earlier there were only two sections in each class with classes upto the 9th std. in the first year. In the next year out of all the 20students in the 10th they all passed by 1st Class marks. The entire staff had a total of 25 teachers. Now there are 5 sections in each class and classes from Nursery to the 10th. And now the entire teacher staff has a total of 208 teachers. Mr. S. B. Somani as a promise to G.D.Somani built the school in memory of G.D. Somani, on his deathbed. Mr. Agarwal designed the school building. Teachers who have been here for a long time say the school has grown enormously and will continue to progress in the forth-coming years.
[edit] Curriculum
| SUBJECT | EXTERNAL EXAMINATION | INTERNAL EXAMINATION |
|---|---|---|
| Group 1: | ||
| English | 80% | 20% |
| Hindi or French(Second Language) | 80% | 20% |
| History Civics and Geography | 80% | 20% |
| Environmental Education | 80% | 20% |
| Group 2 | ||
| Mathematics | 80% | 20% |
| Science(Physics, Chemistry and Biology) | 80% | 20% |
| Group 3:(Any one of these subjects) | ||
| Computer Applications | 50% | 50% |
| Commercial Applications | 50% | 50% |
[edit] Rules and Regulations
This is specially for people who are seeking admission in this school. Each and every discipline shall be given in the Prospectus (2006 - 2007) of the School.
If there are any changes, we will make them here.
There are types of rules and regulations like: -
[edit] Admission Rules
1. Students seeking admission to any standard shall be tested for placement in the school and the principals decision will be final.
2.Students who join the school have to produce a valid birth certificate in support of the date of birth entered in the admission form. The admission of students from unrecognised schools shall be subjected to departmental approval.
3. Candidates who have attended any recognised school shall not be admitted without the leaving Certificate of the School last attended.
4. Fees once paid are not refundable or transferable.
5. Students once admitted cannot been withdrawn witout six months notice or on payment of six months fees in lieu of notice.
6. School leaving certificates shall not be issued unless all school dues are paid and all books and articles belonging to the school have been returned.
7. The principal reserves the right to suspend any student if his/her behaviour or progress is unsatisfactory.
[edit] Disciplinary Rules
1. Students are accountable to the school authorities for their conduct both in and outside the school. Hence misbehaviour in school and outside and in public conveyance is a just cause for dismissal.
2.Any kind of damage caused on the school premises will be have to be made good by the parent of the pupil concerned.
3. Great stress is laid on personal hygiene and cleanliness.
4. All students are expected to speak English in the school.
5.Running down the stairs and shouting on the landing of each floor is not permitted.
6. The Break is to utilized in a better manner by visiting the Canteen washroom and reading the notice boards etc.
7. Students are not permitted to leave the class during the class hours with the written permission from the respective Class Teachers in the respective classes.
8.No damaging school property. Should a student damage any school property he will have to pay for the same.
9. Attendence for the following school functions is compulsory:-
Founders Day; Independance Day; Republic Day; Sports Day; Any important function of the school; Speech and Prize Distribution Day; Annual Result Day; 1st day and last day of the school before and after the vacations respectively.
10. Every student should endeavour to keep up the high standard of the school by excelling in fine manners and deportment.
11. Regular hours of study at home help children develop proper study habits.
12. The School periodically send messages,notices etc through the School calendars and circulars of the Students. Parents are requested to look into these and sign on the circular record page.
13. Children suffering from any infectious disease shall not be allowed to attend the School. A doctors certificate permitting the school after a contagious or an infectious illness is essential and the same should be countersigned by the School Medical Officer.
14. Parents and guardians are not allowed to meet their children or interview a member of the Teaching Staff during school hours.
15.Girls and boys are not allowed to have fancy hair cuts. Hair should not be allowed to cover the forehead of both boys and girls. No colouring of the hair is allowed. Girls having long hair either should have it plaited or should be tied back in a ponytail. No loose hair is allowed for Girls. For boys the hair should not cover the ears or fall over the collar.
17.Wearing any form of jewelery,informal shoes,chains,rings,black threads,watches below 7th standard except during exams is prohibited.
18.Use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited.
19. Children are specially instructed not to buy food from outside vendors.The school has made provision for the sale of snacks during short break and lunch break.
20.The children may bring lunch from school and facilities are provided for having lunch in the school premises. No dabbawalas are allowed inside the school premises. They may stand at the gate.
21.Detention after school may be given to the Students of the Secondary Section students are breach of rules.
22. Parents will not be entertained if they send any parcel or books after the school commences at 7:45 am.
23. House Games are compulsory for the Students of the Secondary Sectionsfter school till 3 pm. School buses will be provided to the concerned students.The timetable of House Games are as follows:-
Monday - Satya House (Blue)
Tuesday - Abhay House (Green)
Wednesday - Vinay House (Red)
Thursday - Nyaya House (Yellow)
Friday - Activities (NCC, RSP, Cricket coaching, Scouts and Guides, Nature Club, MCC, Young Adventurers, Dukes, Red Cross,Gardening etc.
Saturday - Sports,game coaching from 9 to 11 am. PT Instructors are available.
[edit] Uniform Rules
1. White socks
2. Shoes:- Boys leather shoes with Laces and girls leather shoes with straps.
3. Students of all classes should wear White canvas shoes for P.T. Classes except on Rainy season.
4. Tie: School Tie with Logo.
5.Belt: School Belt of the Particular house.
6.Cardigans and Sweaters(optional) should be Grey in colour.
7. Blazers with school logo (only for prefects) to be worn by office bearers and for all those who take part in inter school competitions or School functions. The colour and material should be the same according to the school designs.
[edit] School Prayers
[edit] Monday - Hindi Prayer
Le Chalo Kalyan Mag me, Dev tum Patha ramya se
Sab sadhno ke bodh se sampanna ho tum re hare
door karlo agyata agni jo hamme hai sati (2)
Baar baar bahu baar baar tumko vandana ho agrani
Le chalo kalyan mag me dev tum patha ramya se.
Marandharma amar henna amar kar do he prabhu
shakti do shubh jyoti do amaratwa shubha gyan do.
Le Chalo Kalyan Mag me, Dev tum Patha ramya se
[edit] Tuesday- Marathi Prayer
Ajjana amhi tuzhi lekare tu sarvancha pita Nemane tuzhi namito gaato tuzhya gunancha katha Chandra surya he tuzhicha deva tuzhich he vasare Tuzhicha shete sagar dongar fale fule pakhare. anek name tula tuzhi re daahi dishana ghar karsi deva saarkhicha tu maya saglyanvara. khup shikave kaam karave prem dharave mani house evadhi purvi deva hich ek magani.
[edit] Wednesday-Hindi Prayer
Humko mann ki shakti dena mana vijay kareeeee doosro ki jay se pehle khud ko jay kareee hamko man ki shakti dena bhedbhaav apane dil se saaf kar sakeee dosto se bhul hoto maaf kar sake khud pe housla rahe vadi se na dareee doosro ki jay se pehle khud ko jay kareee humko mann ki shakti dena. mushkile pade to humpe eetna karam kareee sath de jo dharma ka chale to dharma parrr khud pe housla rahe badi se naa rahe. doosro ki jay se pehle khud ko jay kareee ham ko mann ki shakti dena.
[edit] Thursday-English Prayer
Give me oil in my lamp keep it burning burning burning Give me oil in my lamp I Pray Give me oil in my lamp keep it burning burning burning Keep it burning to the end of the day. Come on and sing, Hosanna sing, Hosanna sing, Hosanna sing, Hosanna to the kings and kings Come on and sing Hosanna sing, Hosanna sing, Hosanna sing Hosanna to the king of kings. Give me love in my heart keep me loving, loving, loving Give me love in my heart, I pray Give me love in my heart keep me loving, loving, loving Give me love till the end of the day. Come on and sing, Hosanna sing, Hosanna sing, Hosanna sing, Hosanna to the kings and kings Come on and sing Hosanna sing, Hosanna sing, Hosanna sing Hosanna to the king of kings.
[edit] Friday- Hindi Prayer
Itni shakti hame de nadata
mann ka vishwaas kamjor hona
ham chale nek raste pe hamse
door koi nahi hona
itni shakti hame de nadaata
mann ka vishvaas kamjor hona
door agyan ke ho andhere
tu hame dhyan ki roshni de
har buraai se bachke rahe hum
jitni bi debhali zindaggi de
bear hona kisika kisese
bhavna mann me badle ki hona
door agyan ki ho andhere
too hame dhyan ki roshni de
har buraai se bachke rahe hum
jitni bhi debhali zindaagi de
apni karuna ka jal too bahaakar
kar de bhavan harek mann me
hum chale nek raste pe hamse
door koee nahi hona
itni shakti hame de nadaata
mann ka vishvaas kamjor hona.
[edit] Famous Speeches
[edit] Speech by Mr. S.B.Somani on 18th July,2005 (Investiture Ceremony)
Shri Vasant Purke, Hon'ble Minister for Education, Shri Vidhyadhar Kanade, Honorable Secretary, Finance Department, Govt of Maharashtra, our revered Principal, Mr. M.P.Sharma, our proud parents and specially invited guests, teachers, staff and students.Kindly accept my best felicitations on this occasion of Founder's Day and Investiture's Ceremony. On this day we make an appraisal of the past year's performance and issue prizes for the current days performance and dedicate ourselves to the coming days assignments.It is a matter of great pride that all through these 30 years, our students have performed laudably not only in the field of academics but also in the numerous co curricular activities and claimed prizes and awards in the inter school competitions.This year also the SSC Results were excellent! 4 students scored over 90 % marks, 115 students scored First Class and distinctions! For all these, our team of academic staff led by Principal Shri M.P.Sharma deserve a high degree of congratulations. I am confident that they will continue to keep the flag of GDS flying high.From this academic year, the school has become totally ICSE, and shall add for the first time , 11th and 12th standards, with the International Baccalaureate Curriculum and standards. Thus we have kept ourselves in step with the latest trends in education. The ICSE council last year introduced environmental studies. We were prompt in introducing it as a compulsory subject and simultaneously have our teachers trained.The ICSE as well as the IB(International Baccalaureate) boards have expressed their needs for a Hall and we have been prompt enough to cater their needs for the requirement so that there is a perfect atmosphere for the examination as well as for the performing arts which were required both for the ICSE and the IB Boards. In the coming years the students from GDS will come out well prepared for any academic and/or professional or vocational specialties that the students want to achieve.I must say with a sense of pride that the name of G.D.Somani Memorial School is backed by excellent infrastructures so as to provide the best facilities for the campus. Our school building has a very special design and is backed by an excellent attached playground. Our clean and modern canteen is capable of providing snacks at a low price.The School has a well designed computer laboratory and is well equipped with an independent science laboratory - be it Physics, Chemistry or Biology. We are also proud of our Library which has a stock over 25,000 books. The Library also has a teacher reference section as well as a computerized search system.We have recently provided a multi purpose room so that additional support system to the teachers and students for workshop and lectures on topics like health, hygiene, sports, environment and interaction programs. This has created a new and an updated environment for GDS. Likewise, the recently introduced ced Resource Room headed by professional teachers who work on preparing creative worksheets with the aim of making learning more enjoyable and burden free. Even the students bag sets are being made lighter to the extent possible. Furthermore, the School supports and provides facilities for every kind of sports thereby enabling GDS students perform laudably at various sport meets and earn numerous prizes and certificates.
[edit] Medical Inspection
All students are examined by the school authorized medical officer twice a year. Reports in this connection are sent to parents for perusal.
For further investigation, parents are requested to follow up and inform the school authorities.
[edit] Audio Visual Education
Audio visual education is a part of the school's programme which supplements learning through charts, slides films etc. to provide a more meaningful and active learning experience. To develop proficiency in activities like elocution and dramatics, modern air conditioned audio visual centres equipped with the latest technology have been installed to enhance the learning process.
[edit] Parent and Teacher Counseling
Students requiring special attention are referred to the school psychologist or a specialist as recommended by the principal. Close monitoring and timely guidance throughout the year is provided to all such students with cooperation of the psychologist, specialist, parents and staff to bring the child to the required level.
[edit] Laboratories
Well equipped and modernized laboratories are available from standard V and above. The school has three laboratories for the students:
[edit] Physics Laboratory
The physics lab is well equipped with all the instruments like vernier callipers,magnets and measuring units.The students are taken to the lab where they perform experiments and are also marked for the same
[edit] Chemistry Laboratory
The chemistry lab has all chemicals which are required for practical and the students work under efficient supervision of teachers and lab assistants and with utmost care. This lab is used by students of Std. IX and X.
[edit] The Biology Laboratory
The biology lab is very well equipped with microscopes, specimens of animals and tools for cutting them.
[edit] Computer Lab
Computer education programs are the need of the hour and are being conducted as part of the school curriculum in air-conditioned computer laboratories. The school has a newly advanced computer lab. with about 45 computers with all latest technologies for the students to learn. The school also has 5 well-trained teachers from Aptech Institute to guide the students. As per the ICSE Syllabus the students who have opted for Computer Applications in Std. IX and X are been taught the latest programming , Java and greatly benefit from this lab to become aspiring computer engineers in the future.
[edit] Institutions In The School:
[edit] International Baccalaureate (IB) at BD Somani International School
Welcome to the BD Somani International School. BDSIS is a unique school set in the quiet greenery of Cuffe Parade in South Mumbai. It is the only school in this part of the city that offers, as its curriculum, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. 2007 will be a special year for the school when, in July, we will welcome our second batch of grade 11 students. They will join our present class and so bring our total enrolment to 120 students.
BDSIS offers the IB Diploma Programme to students in grades 11 and 12. The school provides a good choice of subjects in all of the compulsory sections of the IB curriculum and has a team of experienced and well-qualified teachers to deliver the academic programmes.
Whilst providing a demanding academic curriculum, the school also recognises the importance of the development of the non-academic aspects of a student’s development. We believe in the importance of individual students and are eager to encourage them all to realise their full potential.
An integral part of the IB curriculum is the CAS progamme that requires students to complete a specified number of hours of sports, creative and service activities. We are developing a variety of options at the school to facilitate these CAS objectives. These include classes in Model United Nations, yoga, music, aerobics, football, basketball, badminton and table tennis as well as social service opportunities at a number of local NGOs.
As part of its learner profile for the IB student, the International Baccalaureate Organisation has given the aim of developing ‘‘internationally minded people who will help to create a better and more peaceful world”. This is a laudable and yet urgently necessary educational aim. The mission of BDSIS through its academic programme, its extra-curricular activities, the dedication of its staff and its commitment to bring out the best in its students seeks to implement this aim of the IBO
[edit] Gymbaroo - The Kids Club
Gymbaroo is an exciting activity based "integrated learning centre". Gymbaroo consists of the Toddler's Club and the children 's club. It has been created to facilitate "action based" knowledge in a fun filled environment and to stimulate your child's development in a variety of skill areas including language skills, physical skills, thinking skills and social/emotional skills.
[edit] Edit Computer Institute
The famous Edit Institute has recently opened a new branch at G.D.Somani School. This institute specializes in Graphic Designing and Animaton courses. They teach various software packages like Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop and 3D Max etc. Telephone No. - 91-22-22180274,91-22-2218 0324
[edit] Alliance Francaise
Interested in learning french, then Alliance Francaise De Bombay is just the right place for you to be at. Their classes have started from the 6th of August, 2001. They offer different courses based on individuals, viz -
1. General French (Beginners & Non beginners & Advanced) 2. Business French (Advanced) 3. Special Company Courses / Private Courses 4. Week-end Courses & Correspondence Courses Telephone No. - 91-22-22035993, 91-22-22036187 Email- alfalib@vsnl.com
[edit] Billabong School
Recently in year 2004 the school started a new section of the school called Billabong for students from Std. 1 to Std.3. These students have all types of activities like Gym, Computers and it is based on Australian Syllabus.
[edit] G D Times::The Quarterly Magazine
G D Times is quarterly magazine which tells us about all the functions taken place in the school and also include some marvelous essays and poems in Hindi , English and Marathi written by the students. The magazine is edited by the senior teacher Mrs. Jatinder Kaur.
