Neev Academy Yearbook 2023-24

Raising conscious, curious & happy children for life!

This design is inspired from the year rings formed around tree trunks. The motif is symbolic as it makes the reader reflect on how the students have grown over the years. Growth is perennial, natural, and the year rings depict a future which is built step by step (as visual layers).

Language day

Sarvajeet Diwas

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Website www.neevacademy.org

Message from Head of the school

Head of the school’s Interview

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Dear Neev Community,

The Neev IBDP Class of 2024 is our last set of students that studied at four campuses. This class started in grade 1 at three different early year centers (Indira Nagar, Whitefield and Sadashiv Nagar), came together for grade 2 at our tree filled, Core bungalow in Whitefield, moved in grade 3 to the grand Encore outer circle campus, and moved to Yemalur in grade 4. They are not just our largest DP cohort at 30, but also our most inclusive, relaxed and eclectic lot of learners.

Our strong learning support practice grew with the needs of many of the students in this cohort - one graduated in ICSE Grade 10 two years back and seven others with this IBDP class in Grade 12. These kids showed us the power of early intervention and what consistent and correct support - from school and home - can achieve. The whole cohort couldn’t have been a greater contrast from their perfect seniors. We are truly proud of this cohort, they make us who we are - a school that recognises the trajectory and destination of every human being is unique.

Cells and genes form us - 10 billion cells, containing 700 micromolecules, and 30,000 macromolecules each, all encoded by 3 billion DNA letters - giving us unbeatable complexity - but the power lies in how we put this to work beyond the capability AI is gathering, giving us uniqueness and imperfections. Discovering the uniqueness in each individual, can be ascribed to chance and serendipity, and yet we know the truth in Louis Pasteur’s quip, ‘chance favors the prepared mind’. The essential prerequisites of a prepared mind in the modern world are knowledge and technical competence, which is our job as a school. But it is equally our mission to build concern for the human condition with a compulsive desire to better it, and a lifelong learning capability with moral being.

The actions of our older children in student government, running assemblies and taking over not just events like language day but also large public ones like Neev LItfest with responsibility, starting the first Neev MUN, while winning heavily in sports and doing well academically, encourage us. Younger students show the seeds of community building, as our Indira Nagar K2’s did with Parikrama this year, individual kids in PYP do all the time, and some older students do as changemakers quite dramatically, continuing even as Alumni. Students at Academy have also emerged in National teams for science and debate, showing the many pathways to success. Many ICSE students have

moved to future pathways for Medicine and Engineering in India, even as IB students pursue these lines and many more in India, US, UK, Singapore, Canada, and other countries.

This generation has been named by many as the ‘Anxious generation’ as a result of how they handle the varied things flung at them - physically, virtually, cognitively, socially, emotionally, and ethically. But given our thoughtful community of parents, I can truly say that our lot have the potential of being very different, but for this we need to work together much more. Our future lies however in building a bent for community. We before me.

Neev is at a powerful place, with a great governing board and academic leadership council that inspire us to adapt our learning to changing times, and support us to build the campuses of the future - from 7 acres to 15 acres, and 130,000sft to 450,000sft at Academy adding a sports complex, auditorium and arts studios, special needs center and teacher training center by June 2026, New Neev Koramangla center with 10,000sft of purpose built early learning spaces - growing the learning opportunities for our students, and creating an institution that will be legacy. Campuses come alive not just because of current students, teachers and parents, but when growing alumni remain proud to belong to and own them. Our School management Committee, driven by parents and school leaders together, has set the stage for greater parent engagement and partnership in the coming year, to navigate a calm, resilient and impactful path for our children through a world that is increasingly polarized and anxious, but knowing that we don’t need to be that as we craft our own path to grow happy, healthy and impactful children.

A respect for individuality of every child lies at the heart of all we do at Neev, while focussing on what they read, what they learn, the relationships they build, the experiences and roles they remain open to, how hard they choose to push themselves, how honestly they do it all and finally what impact they seek in the world. We nurture our children to be change makers and our salvation lies in the potential of these children to change the future of India through the many, diverse professions they seek. Reflecting to learn from everything.

To a greater partnership, in pursuit of excellence in and for India!

Kavita Gupta Sabharwal Founder & Head of School

Graduating Cohort’s Notes

Year Book 2023-24

Aikyam

PYP Field Trip Grade 4 Nandi Hills

PYP Grade 5 Bylakuppe

Neev Literature Festival

Halloween

MYP Arts Spotlight

Diwali

ICSE Field Trip - Grade 6 & 7 Temple visit for IDU Sanskriti Vaibhavam

Children’s Day

ICL- sneak peak for PYP

Sarvajeet Diwas

Christmas Bazar

Alumni Connect

Learning Journey Grade 6 - Gujarat

Learning Journey Grade 7 - Amritsar & Dharamshala

Learning Journey Grade 8 - Rajasthan

Makar Sankranti

PYP Spotlight

Expert Talk DP - Ideas@Neev

PYP Gallery Walk

Expert Talk - Ideas@Neev

ICSE Farewell

Read aloud week

Neevotsav Grade 1 to Grade 3

Keystone Exhibition (PYP, MYP, DP, ICSE)

Learning Journeys Grade 11 North East

Language Day

ArtX

Grade 4 & 5 Learning Journey - Hampi

Grade 5 Learning Journey - Delhi

Eureka

Srijaneev

Spirit of Neev Awards

Graduation - Class of 2024

Farewell - Class of 2024

Ideas@Neev

Grade 11 Field Trip - National Centre for Biological Sciences

PYP Art Spotlight & Gallery walk

ICSE Drama & Art Exhibition

Grade 10 ICSE Learning Journey - Gudalur

Friendly Tennis Tournament

Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition

Editorial Team Mentions

Our Inspiring Leadership Team

Reflections from Our Leaders

Hear from our inspiring leadership team as they recount the remarkable year we’ve had. Their insights offer a glimpse into the milestones, challenges, and triumphs that have defined our shared journey.

Academic Leadership Team

Shanthi Raghunath Associate Director

Overall it’s been a year of openness to reflect and navigate the complexities of academia with confidence, curiosity and resilience.

Gouri

Kar Head - Senior School

A year dedicated to fostering grit and determination, a tranformative journey that involved consistent effort, resilience in the face of setbacks, and a commitment to personal growth.

Kashikar Head - ICSE

Settling into an equilibrium of the static and the dynamic; finding our ground and seeking clarity about what is our identity.

Shilpi

Nagpal Head - Primary School

Looking back on the year that has passed, our resilience served as the guiding compass, while our perseverance acted as the map, leading us through the journey of growth and discovery.

Soumya Anil PYP Coordinator

Embrace each moment as an opportunity for growth and self-discovery, for it is in the journey of lifelong learning that we truly find ourselves.

Madhura

Vineet Singh MYP Coordinator

Embrace the currents of life, for in the flow, we find the rhythm of our existence. Accept what emerges with open arms, for therein lies the beauty of our journey.

Karthika Gopalakrishnan Head - Reading

It’s been a year that spanned the spectrum of striving to find balance between the bigger picture and focusing on the individual child, by helping the quietest students truly feel seen.

Sai Bhavya Prabhu DP Coordinator

The crescendo of academic journeys, where memories are made and futures take flight in pursuit of self-renewal, growth, and goals.

Parull Khanna Head - Student Advancement Cell (SAC)

Challenging yet filled with opportunities to soar

Operational Leadership Team

Kalpita Jain Head - Admissions and Accreditation

Inspiring growth, fostering belonging: our collective journey forward.

Rajat

Bhatnagar Head - Administration

Flew Past, Lots of Learning

Shipra Sharma Head - Human Resources

Strive for excellence in everything we do. Your potential is endless; believe in yourself and keep pushing forward.

Joseph

Innocent Babola Head - Finance

Embracing change and people management

Primary Years Team

Senior School Team

ICSE Team

Central Resource Team

Primary Years LeadershipTeam

Shilpi Nagpal Head - Primary School

Soumya Anil PYP Coordinator

A quick glance into Neev’s PYP program over the past year reveals a vibrant and engaging learning environment where students’ curiosity is nurtured, their achievements are celebrated, and a strong sense of community and collaboration is fostered. Our program focuses on developing the whole child as an inquirer, both within and beyond the classroom, and strives to meet the unique needs of every student, empowering them to thrive and succeed.

Grade 1A

Aanya Dhingra

Ananya Ramkumar

Riaan Jain

Maanya R

Vaanya Choudhry

Abir Sikaria

Arjun Adarsh

Rishi Sagar Kashyap

Nidhi Kapadikar

Veda Venkataraman

Aashirya Rao

Aran Leon

Rishi Arora

Maya Arun

Vardan Sedani

Adyatth A

Arya Sanghvi Patel

Ryaan Banerjee

Prince Godara

Veer Goyal

Ali Ahmed

Diya Singh

Sai Sumana Chellaram

Raghav Kaura

Vihaan Ramprasath

Grade 1B

Ahana Medda

Avika Cherukudi Mattuvayil

Shrinicka Devathaa

Kavin Bopana

Vieara Bajaj

Amaya Vaswani

Ayansh Rajvanshi

Skriti Nayak

Reiva Ines Suman

Zaydan Ahmed

Jai Kothaneth

Amaara Laxminarayan

Ayaan Fuzail

Siaana Bahri

Pahi Chug

Vinidrah Sharma

Anaya Seth

Hridhaan Shreyas Reddy

Sumaer Suri

Reyaan Shrimal

Arth Palo

Ibrahim Syed Asad

Vedant Talwar

Samridh Dev

Grade 1C

Aarav Gupta

Dhruv Talluri

Riya Puri

Meg Havinahal

Vidhaan Abhishek

Ananya Datta

Iktara Sinha

Samar Bassam

Mridul Mittal

Viraansh Govani

Ahana Panigrahi

Hamdan Mohammed

Samaira Panjwani

Meher Nigam

Vihaan Reddy Epuru

Arya Mishra

Krish Dhaka

Varnika Saravanan

Neveah Mannava

Yashoda Agarwal

Atharva Kashyap

Krish Satheesh

Ved Saini

Nihaal Shariff

Flashback Grade 1

What is your favorite aspect of this academic year 2023-24 and why?

Student Reflections

Grade 1 Student Reflections

Grade 2A

Aarna Potta

Kanav Nahata

Nora Shah

Meera Vardhan

Xerxes McGaw

Divith Gowda

Krisha Narender

Ritoban Banerjee

Naidhruv Naveen

Zachary Ahamed

Aryan Kora

Kiara Bhalla

Pranav Brahmadesam

Mihir Sethuraman

Yuvin Shetty

Ishaan Kanumuru

Maryam Rizwan

Riyanshi Dadu

Nandan Prasanna

Janya Reddy

Meera Menon

Siya Sharma

Neil Sarawagi

Grade 2B

Aadira Shokeen

Amaira Athreya Agarwal

Leia Pradhan

Ayaan Asrani

Tishya Jha

Aditya Warrier

Apurva Mohanty

Pranav Pradeep

Ishika Shivam

Vivaan Sinha

Aditi Chaoji

Anika A

Lohit Ratakonda

Ayansh Mushrif

Vedant Pratap

Agastyaa Chetan

Atharv Karthik

Rizah Baig

Zayn Maniar

Jaitrav Patil

Aira Potluri

Avyaan Bakliwal

Samaira Modi

Krish Patel

Grade 2C

Aaryavier Sujith

Aryaveer Kapoor

Madhav Ramesh

Prayaan Bharimalla

Tanaya Deshpande

Anvika Nagpal

Avyukt Agarwal

Aarit Mehta

Aryan A

Noah Mookken

Jiwoo Lee

Sia Sikka

Anaya Goel

Atharv Reddy

Reyansh Bhandari

Mavie Parik

Ved Kothiyal

Ruhaan Kabra

Meera Sharma

Vihaan Garg

Aradhya Sagiraju

Ishaan Vaidyanathan

Shivansh Dutta Chowdhury

Mira Sampat

Grade 2D

Advika Srivastava

Ivaahn Sharat

Saniksha Reddy

Rifqah Umar

Ved Sakhrani

Dhiyara Atheeth

Kabir Buxi

Sthira B Gupta

Samaira Khandekar

Vedanth Kadambi

Akhil Reddy

Kabir Agarwal

Shenaya Shrivastava

Rudra Kumaramangalam

Veda Sabharwal

Hiyansh Issrani

Khadijah Samad

Suhaan R

Samar Singh

Vihaan Kabra

Ibrahim Taha

Miraaya Reddy

Taarulya Praveen

Sameera Shetty

Flashback Grade 2

What is your favorite aspect of this academic year 2023-24 and why?

Grade 2 Student Reflections

Grade 2 Student Reflections

Grade 3A

Aarav Arora

Advita Prashanth

Roohi Shaikh

Krishna Raghav Khemka

Tara Tripathy

Aarna Varun

B Thanvitha Vihaarikaa

Sara Bhansali

Niya Bandi

Vihaan Madan

Aarin Agarwal

Atharva Raghavan

Sana Kosgi

Nidhi Brahmadesam

Tharush Sriram

Abeer

Hansa Gokarn

Shanaya Morzaria

Priya Sharma

Yohan Yadav

Advit Singh

Kabir Doshi

Syed Aaqib Abdulla

Ria Krishnan

Zaaryan Tyagi

Grade 3B

Ahmed Hothur

Disha Suresh

Mishika Singh

Kabir Maheshwari

Syed Yusuf Asad

Anay Kagalwalla

Gayathri Palayil

Rian Bhuwalka

Layla Parekh

V Aadidev Reddy

Ameya Krishnan

Eshaan Rangaraj

Neal Dhingra

Kiara Menezes

Tharun Bavikatte

Anaya Prasad

Geerna Patil

Ridhi Kajekar

Venpa Senthamil

Mariam Fuzail

Aryan Reddy

K Veda Ponnappa

Shanaya Choudhary

Viraj Agarwal

Meher Bijral

Grade 3C

Aarna Lahoti

Armaan Chengapa

Reya Dabholkar

Ziaan Salvi

Maryam Ishaq

Siddhanam Kolhapure

Anaya Jayanti

Dhanvi N Reddy

S Upasti Niyama Shri

Prisha Agarwal

Tara Pramod

Ahaan Das

Barkha Chandra

Roy Bhuwalka

Naisha Singh

Sriram Ghorakavi

Arjan Sikka

Ishan Doshi

Sai Suraj Chellaram

Raeya Aggarwal

Ved Shetty

Arjun Saraf

Kashvi Singh

Sathvik Sai Kalangi

Yoanna P

Reha Goenka

Flashback Grade 3

What is your favorite aspect of this academic year 2023-24 and why?

Grade 3 Student Reflections

Grade 3 Student Reflections

Grade 4A

Devarsh Kilambi

Saige Sarawagi

Krishav Menon

Vedika Sethia

Aara Patell McGaw

Gia Sekhar

Shiv Kothaneth

Meera Tantia

Aadhya Dhuddu

Dhanvin P

Samir Kumar

Malhar Navin

Yuvaan Aggarwal

Anay Agarwal

Ishaan Narang

Shivang Poddar

Neyamukil M

Anezka Sequeira

Kabir Chaudhary

Surya Ramakrishna

Saanvi Nair

Grade 4B

Aarav Mohonot

Farhan Mohamed

Shrenik Prabu

Mrinmayee Goyal

Aleena Bassam

Kabir Kumar

Viraj Gupta

Nilazhini Suresh

Afreen Sinha

Ira Kapany

Swar Maheshwari

Neev Sama

Ayaan Gupta

Khadijah Asad

Viraj Vishnu

Sanjana Dravid

Dhyana Vora

Mira Bantia

Vivan Reddy

Shlok Bagga

Grade 4C

Aarin Bajaj

Duaa Tallam

Pranati Pramod

Krishvi Ramani

Atharv Koppal

Ira Sarda

Sirigowri Gowda

Mohit Bharadwaj

Anirudh Saini

Hridhaan Karawade

Sahas Disan

Mila Prabhu

Avyan Kalangi

Kabir Sharma

Vian Kashyap

Naisha Bhriguvanshi

Dia Bathija

Kiara Panjwani

Yuvaan Singhal

Nitima Bansal

Grade 4D

Aaryaman Kinra

Kahini Sen Gupta

Sarayu Kumar

Nibir Saha

Avyaan Bahri

Kimaya Reddy

Sruthi Brahmadesam

Rikhil D Reddy

Aryan Khitri

Kaira Samant

Shloka Nangineni

Reyansh Magotra

Ayaan Maniar

Meghna Raj

Vaanya Sureka

Ritvik Roy

Driti Rohit

Neva Ganesh

Vihaan Lakhani

Ruhaan Ahmed

Flashback Grade 4

Grade 4 Student Reflections

What is your favorite aspect of this academic year 2023-24 and why?

If I could solve one problem in the world,what would it be? Why do I really want to solve it?

“

Surya Ramakrishna, 4A “

I think that I would want to solve the poverty affecting thousands of people around the globe that means they don’t have the necessary resources to live an enjoyable life.

I really want to solve it since in Egypt I saw that this kid and his Dad were in such need of money that the 11-year-old was driving an auto- rickshaw in a dangerous way. This could result in a crash. As well as that, so many people are homeless worldwide or live in unhygienic slums. These people don’t have amenities we take for granted, like clean water, A / C, A proper roof, Heating, and good

The trip to Hampi because it was a very exciting and new experience ”

experts that come here because it helped me to understand our unit things like Hampi or IBO. They both

The trip to Hampi because it was a very exciting and new experience and the units were really fun.

The feild trips were really uesful. ”

Mohit Madhav, 4C

take up the same low-paying job as “

My favorite moment in this academic year would be on language day and the prep we did for it as setting up stalls and practicing lines was very interactive and super fun. Also, speaking in our language and “

Grade 5A

Anirudh

Aadyaa Gupta

Aditya Talluri

Kavni Reddy

Azad Rishikesh

Tanishka Warrier

Abhay Vutukuru

Araiya Agarwal

Prathik Reddy

Guneeva Kalkat

Tara Ramakrishnan

Aarika Natarajan

Raghavan

Manasvi Sharma

Diya Gowda

Tara Hiremath

Absar Sultan

Ayaan Punja

Raghuvir Kilambi

Ishaan Khandelwal

Vivan Akash Beere

Adhrit Jethi

Ayana Laxminarayan

Samaya Narayan

Jihyo Lee

Grade 5B

Aahana Sanath

Eka Sivaraman

Shaurya Havinahal

Sai Aarav

Tysha Raheja

Anaisha Manglik

Myra Bhalla

Sreeved Kambalapally

Samaira Khan

Vihaan P

Aarav Kumar

Leher Medda

Siddharth Gupta

Saina Goenka

Upmanyu Awasthi

Arihan Reddy

Reyansh Dharmapurikar

Svadhrit Sinha

Samaya Shrivastava

Zaara Salvi

Dia Suresh

Rishabh Thimmaiah

Tvisha Agarwal

Shanaya Banerjee

Grade 5C

Aaradhya Epuru

Avyaan Abhishek

Rityn Shah

Kanishk Reddy

Vidaar Vaidyanathan

Areeha Jain

Haya Nasir

Siddhartha Singh

Myra Nigam

Vivaan Sampige

Anam Aga

Avyukt Shome

Shashank Bodapati

Maithili Jha

Vihaan Jhunjhunwala

Arman Sahni

Ishaan Pokhriyal

Sitaara Sharath

Prerna Agarwal

Ziva Sama

Avigna Satheesh

Ishika Mehta

Tia Singh

Reyaansh Nabar

Grade 5D

Aaryan Devaiah

Ariyanna Lal

Riddhi Mantri

Inara Jain

Vihaan Agarwal

Ahaan Shokeen

Avram Bucur

Sarah Stoeckel

Ruhi Singh

Mysha Saraf

Yash Garg

Advay Sahay

Avi Raichand Rawar

Rishitha Ivy Rajkumar

Inaya Shah

Viraj Tejavath

Amay Agarwal

Caylum Mananva

Shivansh Malhan

Pari Chatlani

Aradhya Khemka

Daksh Jain

Skanda Kashyap

Priyanshu Nanda

Flashback Grade 5

Student Reflections

Grade 5 Student Reflections

What is your favorite aspect of this academic year 2023-24 and why?

“

This year has changed me for the better. I have gotten serious about my education and my future. Even though there were a few bumps in the journey, I enjoyed every single moment about Grade 5 and PYP.

”

Tvisha Agarwal, 5B

“

Grade 5 was a year where I learnt how I could improve for middle school. There were lots of challenges, but I overcame them. We had our PYPX, which was a learning journey where we researched our passions and interests and presented on them. We also had our very first school

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For me Grade 5 was a year where I could see a learning curve in me and I started to be more mature and reflecting on my learning style. The year was a memorable one, with experiences I had never enjoyed and new chances to learn.

”

Upmanyu Awasthi, 5B

“

This year has changed me as I started writing bigger and my math I actually started trying .I faced a lot of different challenges like time management but set small goals to achieve them.

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Grade 1 Teachers

Row 1 (L-R): Nidhi Jain, Simrita

Kaur Bindra

Row 2 (L-R): Swarna Vedam, Smita Gupta, Priyanka Chakraborty, Ankita

Ashok Devnani, Kanak

Sakhrani

Grade 2 Teachers

Row 1 (L-R): Chitra

Devaraj, Vanita Kudva, Divya Ajit, Kanupriya Agarwalla, Shruthi Sukumar, Neha

Sinha, Ankita Das Row 2 (L-R): Arthi Ravi, Kanak Sakhrani

Grade 3 Teachers

Row 1 (L-R): Vishesh Singh, Sunita Nair, Aswathy Uthaman

Row 2 (L-R): Karen Anthea V, Mousumi Choudhury

Grade 4 Teachers

Row 1 (L-R): Sanghamitra Chakraborty, Ayesha Siddiqua, Anuja Ghoshal, Bhoomija Patil, Lovisha

Arora Row 2 (L-R): Aditi Singh, Shiza Mehreen

Grade 5 Teachers

Row 1 (L-R): Meenakshi Ramaswamy, Sudha Ramachandran, Meera Mohan, Suja Doyline,

Priyanka Srivastava Row 2 (L-R): Vasundara Mukherjee, Shiza Mehreen

PYP Language Team

Row 1 (L-R): Megha DM, S Sandra Jones, Kiran Pandey

Row 2 (L-R): Vinita Sharma, Kanika

Music, Visual Arts & Theater Team

Row 1 (L-R): Meghana Chaudhary, Joshua Dhar

Row 2 (L-R): Parth Bharadwaj, Gayatri Patil

Senior School Leadership Team

Peek into the past year at Neev Academy’s Senior School, where our Middle School crafted a harmonious blend of curriculum design, assessments, pedagogical practices, and pastoral care within an internationally minded framework. This approach nurtured and challenged students, sparking wonder and deep thinking, encouraging exploration, and broadening perspectives.

In High School, this philosophy continued to flourish, promoting feedback and reflection for continuous growth. Our students engaged in rich disciplinary learning intertwined with humanizing elements such as compassion, intercultural respect, creativity, metacognition, and critical thinking. At Neev, we are dedicated to shaping not just academically proficient students, but globally aware and compassionate individuals ready to make a difference.

Head - Senior School

Madhura Kashikar

Sai Bhavya Prabhu DP Coordinator

Vineet Singh MYP Coordinator

Grade 6A

Aarna Sujith

Dhruv Mehta

Rhea Rajiv

Mohammed Chedkhan

Sara Khandekar

Arjan Singh

Eshaan Jailkhani

S Poorani

Nevan Kosgi

Weda Ganesh

Alok Bose

Ekambir Sibia

Rhea Sinha

Neil Chunekar

Shivank Singh

Baruni Dass

Ira Reddy

Samayagya Singh

Nishka Sehgal

Daksh Nagpal

Kaavya Kadambi

Sana Verma

Rayhan Syed Fouad

Grade 6B

Aanya Agarwal

Bhumi Bhandari

Roshan Bhunia

Nimay Agarwal

Vihaan Cherukudi Mattuvayil

Aishwarya Sree

Mayur Ram

Sahejdeep Singh

Rakshitha Srivatsan

Yohan Sunny

Aarav Chaoji

Ishaan Shivam

Sahana Raj

Pranshi Swain

Vriddhi Sethia

Ananya Shridharan

Mishika Reddy

Samaya Rao

Rishaan Bahri

Zidane Das

Arihanth Natarajan

Neel Kapadikar

Shreeya Suresh

Ronit Salwan

Grade 6C

Aadhya Suresh

Avantikaa Sreenesh Bhat

Reyna Doshi

Iqra Rahiman

Abeer Kapadia

Darsh Tolani

Sama Maheshwari

Om Karthikeyan

Zoya Kinra

Aaryan Reddy

Ayaan Saraogi

Rivaan Shah

Niyanta Agarwal

Vir Bhansali

Arjun Jain

Elizabeth Stoeckel

Shivansh Sharma

Samriddho Thakurta

Prisha Modi

Aryav Kumar

Gayatri Unnikrishnan

Viha Sanath

Raghav Gupta

Grade 6D

Avika Sharma

Omkar Brahmadesam

Harman Oberoi

Shrishti Nayak

Flashback Grade 6

Tell us your motto that helped you get through last year

“

Rest at the end, not in the middle

Kobe Bryant ”

Niyanta Agarwal, 6C

If you want to be the best you have to work harder than everyone else

Lionel Messi ”

Aaryan reddy, 6C

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Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken Ocar Wilde ” “

Sama Maheshwari, 6C

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Capturing Memories, Crafting Legacies ”

Blood for the blood god Technoblade ” “

Sana Verma, 6A

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Why be negative, when you can enjoy life and be positive?

Virgil Van Dijk ” Ira Reddy, 6A

Elizabeth Stoeckel, 6C

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Vir Bhansali, 6C

Hard work is really important, but you have to believe in yourself but you also have to stay calm

Erling Haaland ”

Arjun Jain 6C

“

Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t, pretend that you do, and at some point you will.

Selena Williams ” “

You must be the change you wish to see in the world Mahatma Gandhi ”

Rhea Rajiv, 6A

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Life is chaos, success is completely arbitrary, and confidence is everything

Gina Linetti ” “

Rhea Sinha, 6A

“Dont let those muggles get you down” - Ronald Billius Weasly, Hary Potter ” “

Gayatri Unnikrishnan 6C

Life isn’t as serious as the mind makes it out to be Eckhart Tolle ”

Shivansh Sharma, 6C

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“It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live Albus Dumbledore ”

Iqra Rahiman, 6C

Grade 6 Student Reflections

Grade 6 Student Reflections

Winning or losing dosen’t matter, the effort you put into it matters ” “

Sara Khandekar, 6A

Daksh Nagpal, 6A

Shivank Singh, 6A

I learned all about life with a ball at my feet. Ronaldinho ” “

Aadhya Suresh , 6C

You must see be the change if you wish to see the world

Mahatma Gandhi ” “

Aarna Sujith, 6A

Do what you were born to do. You just have to trust yourself. Beyoncé ”

Poorani, 6A

Pain is temporary,but the feeling of success will last forever. Robert Lewandowski ” “

You can either try and fit yourself in a mould created by others, or you can be original and be yourself.

“Demotivation is the best motivation in life” ” “

Virat Kohli ”

Arjan Singh, 6A

Darsh Tolani, 6C

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Tahmeed, 6A

Once you know what failure feels like, determination chases success.” Kobe Bryant ” “

“Lions dont compare themselves with humans” Zlatan Ibrahimovic ” “

Zoya K, 6C

Talent without Working hard is nothing. Cristiano Ronaldo ” “

Weda, 6A

Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn. ” “

Alok, 6A

Eshaan Jailkhani, 6A

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Great things come from hard work and perseverence. No excuses Kobe Bryant ” “

Stay positive, work hard, make it happen. ” “

Viha Sanath, 6C

Age is something that doesn’t matter, unless you are cheese; then yes, it does matter. - Meeee!!! ” “

You’re not alone. We don’t know where we’re going! You just gotta figure at some point, it’s all gonna come together. Monica ” “

All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them Walt disney ” “

Samriddho Thakurta, 6C

Kaavya Kadambi, 6A

Grade 7A

Aadhyan Parameswaran

Arav Shukla

Prithviraj Mehta

Dishen Surana

Alanaa Kumar

Azaad Ajmera

Tara Arora

Nirbhav Naveen

Aanya Sharma

Ayaan Shaikh

Siddhant Singla

Meghna Sethuraman

Amishi Daga

Devangshee Khemka

Vedant Rajgopal

Prakruti Balaji

Aneira Nair

Dhanvi Khemani

Vedanth Kagaya

Pranav Krishnan

Grade 7B

Aaliya Bakliwal

Kabir Dandapani

Shereen Bhattacharjee

Saanvi Mann

Zohraab Krishnan

Advaith Ghorakavi

Naman Shastri

Tia Mantravadi

Samarth Gowda

Aaryan Kalangi

Mila Mendez

Tanay Shah

Samaira Gupta

Ayodhika Trivedi

Namit Mer

Udayvir Shandilya

Samikshaa Urs

Ishaan Gupta

Ruel Khadilkar

Vedanth Kumar

Shalini Sriram

Grade 7C

Aadhya Chopra

Emad Nasir

Ruhaan Nishant

Kyra Mittal

Vivaan Karth

Aarav Kashyap

Iha Chug

Siddharth Karthik

Parthavi Shekhawat

Aanya Goyal

Hrehaan Bhaskar

Shravya Garodia

Mishika Airy

Arnav Gupta

Jai Arya

Sristuti Vyakaranam

Ravnoor Bijral

Aryan Prasad

Kabir Singh

Veda Thachery

Rivaan Bhasin

Grade 7D

Adityavardhan Jha

Vivaan Narayan

Kabir Arora

Jahnavi Ratakonda

Krishnaa Khurana Pranav Hari

Flashback Grade 7

Tell us your motto that helped you get through last year

The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be. Ralph Waldo Emerson ” “

Aanya Goyal, 7C

The Bad news is time flies.The good news is you are the pilot

Michael Altshuler ”

Aarav Kashyap, 7C

Arnav Gupta, 6C

Meghna Sethuraman , 7A

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Emad Nasir, 7C

Hrehaan Bhaskar, 7C

Even If you’re afraid, when you get a chance to shoot, Launch yor best shot Kobe Bryant ” “

Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen Michael Jordan ” “

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Iha Chug, 6C

You must be the change you wish to see in the world Mahatma Gandhi ”

Vedanth NK, 7A

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Great work comes from loving what you do Steve Jobs ” “

Dhanvi Raj Khemani, 7A

Amishi Daga, 7A

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Trust me on this one, I am an IB student ” “

If you want to be the best you’ve got to beat the best

If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail ”

Jai Vardhan Arya, 7C

Seize your opportunity to shine ” “

Work hard, have fun and make it happen Rafael Nadal ” “

Complete your assignments on time, I AM IN 7TH “ eek” ” “

Azaad Ajmera , 7A

Push yourself because no one is going to do it for you ” “

Procrastination is like a credit card; everything is a lot of fun until you get the bil Christopher Parker ” “

Prakruti Balaji, 7A

The worries of the world will weigh you down, don’t dwell in them ” “

Tara Arora, 7C

Don’t get too stuck at the same place. You have to keep on moving ”

7 Student Reflections

Dishen Surana, 7A

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Siddhant Amit Singla, 7A

Grade 7 Student Reflections

Samarth Gowda, 7B

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If you’re afraid to fail, then you’re probably going to fail Kobe Bryant ” “

Zohraab Abraham Krishnan, 7B

Vivaan Narayan, 7D

The only way to do great work is to love what you do Steve Jobs ” “

Ruel, 7B

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Shalini Sriram, 7B

Udayvir Shandilya, 7B

If I had to name my greatest strength, I guess it would be my humility. Greatest weakness, it’s possible that I’m a little too awesome. Obama ” “

Succes is not final, Failure is not fatal but it is the courage that counts Winston Churchill ” “

Krishnaa Khurana, 7D

Life is a journey, not a destination. Ralph Waldo Emerson ” “

Adityavardhan Jha, 7D

Karma is my boyfriend Taylor Swift ” “

“An apple a day can keep anyone away, if you thrown it hard enough” ” “ “it is what it is” ”

I don’t judge people on their worst mistakes Natasha Romanoff ” “

Pranav Hari, 7D

Only the disciplined ones in life are free Eliud Kipchoge ”

Kabir Dandapani, 7B

Procrasination is something best put off until tomorrow Gerald Vaughan ” “

Ishaan Gupta, 7B

Saanvi Mann, 7B

You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it Lionel Messi ” “

Kabir Arora, 7D

The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall Nelson Mandela ” “

Jahnavi Ratakonda, 7D

Self belief and Hardwork will earn you success Virat Kohli ” “

Samaira Gupta, 7B

Change for yourself and not for others - Unknown ” “

Aaryan Kalangi, 7B

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Success is no accident Pele ” “

If you are known by many names, there is nothing you can do about it ” “ No, I’m NOT related to Shawn.

Mila Mendez, 7B

Advaith Ghorakavi, 7B

Grade 8A

Arianna Sethi

Hammad Saad

Shreya Jain

Nishka Lahoti

Ashwal Bolla

Jiana Morzaria

Vihaan Mishra

Reagan Toji

Aryahi Palekar

Ishi Tandon

Sreenivas Sreekanth

Paritosh Chacko

Dhruv Nagri

Keerat Singh

Vihaan Varior

Sai Sidharth Ulaganathan

Gautam Poddar

Krishna Samant

Vyom Maruwada

Sathya Ganesh

Grade 8B

Aditya Thakkar

Avyay Agarwal

Sai Kumar Kalangi

Mihika Aggarwal

Anaaya Kanchan

Ishaan Kumaramangalam

Surabhi Choudhari

Myra Bhasin

Advait Shah Mana

Dhruv Krishnan

Sanat Medhi

Miwan Fazal

Apsara Jayadev

Jai Tulsyan

Tarana Ranganathan

Reyahn Bantia

Aryan Sharath

Maya Varma

Vivaan Thakur

Saakya de Vass Gunawardena

Grade 8C

Aalisha Kaushik

Aryan Beere

Riya Bopanna

Kaavya Sahi

Aditya Arun

Dayita Raju

Vasisht Neti

Manish Kumar

Tara Gupta

Aarav Thakur

Atharv Agarwal

Saiesha Malhan

Manaal Hanif

Angad Singh

Essa Yenepoya

Vivaan Padmanabhan

Nandan Shridharan

Arvaan Raghav

Idhant Rohin

Nikhil Juneja

Grade 8D

Aarav Patel

Iniya Babu

Aney Gupta

Siya Jauhar

Aarav Yernool

Moksh Batra

Avani Shirole

Vidush Kabra

Ayaati Chaturvedi

Flashback Grade 8

Tell us your motto that helped you get through last year

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Aryahi, 8A

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Ashwal, 8A

Anaaya , 8B

There’s more than meets the eye ” “

Dhruv, 8B

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Dhruv Chakraborthy, 8A

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If the number of pins on Pinterest were my grades, I would be a genius

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Gautam, 8A

Hey what’s the homework again ” “

I might going insane but that’s okay because my grades are more important than my mental health

I think I do too many things to describe myself in one sentence… you’ll know me better when you meet me.

Keerat, 8A

” “ _ Sandwiches! ”

Thing 3 is has giggled her breath away

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Tarana, 8B

Thing 1 made a joke ” “

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Vivaan KT, 8B

The road to success is always under construction

The sky is the limit ” “

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams

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Saakya, 8B

Thing 2 is busy studying and stressing about exams ” “

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Krishna, 8A

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Reyahn, 8B

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Nothing in life is impossible, as long as you take the first step

In the end, everything will be just fine. If it’s not fine, it’s not the end

Nishka, 8A

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If someone gives you lemons, convert the chemical energy in the lemon to electrical energy in order to power a small LED light

Sathya, 8A

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Jai, 8B

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If leicester city won the league, i know i can succeed.

Sanat, 8B

Grade 8 Student Reflections

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Grade 8 Student Reflections

Limits, just like fear, are often illusions Virat Kohli ” “

Nikhil, 8C

Aditya Arun, 8C

Angad Singh, 8C

Aarav Patel, 8D

Eat, sleep, play football ” “

Manish Kumar, 8C

Aarav Thakur, 8C

Saiesha Malhan, 8C

Dayita Raju, 8C

People who hate me, can hate me more Raghav 2024 ” “ Its Not Over Until Its Over ” “

Aarav Sunil Yernool, 8D

check outside, my gang is waiting for you ” “

Don’t cry because its over, smile because it happend ” “

One step back in the face of adversity can bring you two steps forward with the renewal of fortitude ” “

Everything you lose is a step you take ” “

The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. Steve Jobs ” “

Aney Gupta, 8D

Happy, free, confused, and lonely in the best way ” “

Saketh Sriram, 8C

Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you ”

Keep pushing even if it destroys your sleep schedule ” “

Believe you can and you’re halfway there.

Avani Shirole, 8D

Do it now or regret later ” “

Ayaati Chaturvedi, 8D

Mistakes are often the greatest teachers ” “

You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. ” “ prove THEM wrong. ” “

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Regularly study so there is less pressure during exams ” “

Kaavya Sahi, 8C

Iniya Babu, 8D

Moksh Manish Batra, 8D

Siya Jauhar, 8D

Vidush Kabra, 8D

Grade 9A

Arin

Aanvi Ramakrishna

Jagtap

Rehaan Devaiah

Lujayn Fazal

Taisha Jaswal

Yuv Saran

Aarush Salwan

Dhaani Atreya

Samarrah Sivakumar

Nikhita Chatterjee

Aanya Singh

Ayush Kumar

Rhea Govindraj

Nihaal Sehgal

Vedansh Goyal

Adarshini Chandrakanth

Ishaan Prasad

Samrudh Gowda

Parth Kohli

Ahaan Goyal

Ishana Bailur

Taashvi Aggarwal

Priyashi Goyal

Grade 9B

Aadhi Achary

Ananya Gupta

Ranveer Parihar

Krishay Swain

Yashmita Sipani

Alisha Patil

Aryan Dadlani

Shenaya Bhattacharjee

Omar Mohamed

Agastya Awasthi

Anoushka Johnson

Sayuri Manon

Saanvi Singh

Nimay Poojari

Amay Saraogi

Himesh N

Shivikaa Gupta

Parth Manaktala

Amrita Manas

Krisha Sureka

Suhani Agarwal

Rafael Daniel

Flashback Grade 9

Tell us your motto that helped you get through last year

“100 years from now, remember: all new people.”

Rafael Daniel, 9B

“they want nikes”

Parth, 9B

“c’est la vie”

Agastya Awasthi, 9B

“Breathe air, Escape the matrix, Join the real world. Top G”

Ranveer, 9B

“They prayed for miracles and miracles arrived. The team of miracles, Real Madrid”

Aarush Salwan, 9A

“adapt and persist”

Himesh, 9B

“Your mindset is like a muscle, the more you excercise it, the stronger it becomes - Top G”

Ishaan, 9A

“Sometimes you have to lick the stamp and send it

Daniel Ricciardo”

Ahaan, 9A

“Ryōiki Tenkai”

Krishay, 9B

“Everybody wanna know what I would do if I didn’t win...I guess we’ll never know. Kanye West”

Dhaani, 9A

“Once again, the world proves that anything you can do, I can do better”

Taisha, 9A

“I always have a plan, It’s just called not having a plan”

Arin V. Jagtap, 9A

“you can’t fight when the BFG is around”

Rehaan, 9A

“Hard work beats talent, when talent fails to work hard”

Ayush, 9A

“Just keep swimming”

Adarshini, 9A

“Trust”

Aanya, 9A

Grade 9 Student Reflections

Grade 9 Student Reflections

“Trust who? ”

Shenaya Bhattacharjee, 9B

“Leave me alone, I know what I’m doing! Kimi Raikonen”

Nihaal Singh Sehgal, 9A

“Yuv Singh Saran”

Yuv Singh Saran, 9A

“All my life I thought air was free. Until I bought a bag of chips”

Parth, 9A

“If you can’t convince them, confuse them.”

Ishana, 9A

“Violins calm me. So do serial murders. Sherlock Holmes”

“Never trust a duck. Cassandra Clare”

“Say more with your foot than you ever could with your words - GOAT Messi” Alisha Patil, 9B

“People think that stories are shaped by people. In fact, it’s the other way around. Terry Pratchett”

Amrita Manas , 9B Samarrah, 9A

“arise” Vedansh, 9A

Grade 10A

Aadya Garg

Dishitha Reddy

Shouryasiraj Subramaniam

Nikhil Ganesh

Aarush Sawant

Kaahinee Agarwal

Soham Sharma

Rohini Arya

Aarush Gupta

Jayadrithi Urs

Sitara Rishikesh

Ragini Shandilya

Aditi Kaila

Kabir Basu

Tamara Serukur

Sanjana Garg

Affan Hothur

Neel Patel

Utkarsh Sharma

Sanvi Sharma

Grade 10B

Aarush Potta

Devyanshi Chakraborty

Nevyn Shah

Hrehaan Iyer

Tanish Ray

Aditi Garg

Diya Samit

Sahasra Nangineni

Jayesh Wadhwa

Aashna Haque

Dhruv Jain

Pranat Jain

Ishanvi Murari

Yash Reddy

Akshaya Prakash

Diya Shetty

Sudhishna Satish

Mihira Singh

Anya Shenoy

Hana Yenepoya

Sunayana Surana

Navya Khandelwal

Grade 10C

Amodini Waddehra

Manognya Reddy

Siddhant Dravid

Drishti Saran

N Lochan Daivik

Vivaan J

Ananya Manglik

Maya Ganesh

Veda Shrivastava

Ekta Saran

Pihu Saraff

Ishir Kolar

Pranaav Ramanaa

Flashback Grade 10

Use a word to describe your middle school journey

Transformative

Aadya, 10A

Sophrosyne

Hrehaan, 10B

Synergy

Nikhil, 10A

Reflective

Pranat, 10B

Buzzing

Anya, 10B

Fortschreiten

Kabir, 10A

Mid. Inconsistent

Sunayana, 10B

Soham, 10A

Summation

Siraj, 10A

Extensive

Sanjana, 10A

Ambition

Dhruv, 10B

Insightful

Nevyn, 10B

Utkarsh Sharma, 10A

Kaizen Neat Unmatched Mashallah

Mihira, 10B

Giggity

Yash, 10B

Resolute

Neel Patel, 10A

Perpetual

Navya, 10B

Sanvi, 10A

Discipline

Jayesh, 10B

Aditi, 10B

Grade 10 Student Reflections

Grade 10

Jayadrithi Urs, 10A

Akshaya,10B

Sitara, 10A

Titanic

Ady K , 10A

Vibrant

Rohini, 10A

Hindsight

Dishitha, 10A

Kalas

Hana, 10B

Busy Memorable Nonstop

Incroyable

Diya Shetty, 10B

Ragini, 10A

Grade 11A

Aida Sandy Sree

Dipannita Bhattacharya

Samarth Parakh

Arjun Anand Master Bose

Meher Bhunia

Shaurya Arya

Aniket Dewangan

Erin John

Shashank Pai

Dev Bhandari

Nidhi Nair

Tanya Pande

Dhruv Ramu

Rishikesh Srivatsan

Urvashi Menon

Grade 11B

Abdul Majid Samad

Daksh Sarawgi

Nishita Pavan Chatlani

Akhilesh Balaji

Kavya Arjun

Ranai Chetan Rai

Adhavan S Kumar

Jeet Jaidev Punjabi

Noyonika Arun

Ananya Gala Malde

Nachiket Makarand Kulkarni

Saahas Ajmera

Anousha Sinha

Neeti Nayak

Srinidhi Sriram

Flashback Grade 11

Grade 12A GRADUATING CLASS OF 2024

Amulya Amar Kumar

Aryan Shah

Ram Tewari

Arjun Varma

Ishaan Varior

Suhaani Haque

Ananya Laksmi Arun

Dhruv S Karai

Siddhant Bajaj

Aryaman Manik

Neha S Viswanath

Sunav Bajaj

Aryan Jude Shankar

Raghav Choudhuri

Tejas Naik

Grade 12B GRADUATING CLASS OF 2024

Anvit Anand

Dhruv Gupta

Shaaunak Bajaj

Arun Dilip Srinivasa

Rishik Harish Reddy

Soham Singh Maruwada

Arjun Shah

Pratyush Balaji

Sia Godika

Aryan Prakash Varma

Rithwik Kabir Shivnani

Tejas Siva Ramineni

Boge Tejas Karthik Reddy

Samitha Sri Bhaskara

Vishal Arun

Flashback Grade 12

Graduation Film

Scan to watch video

Amulya Amar Kumar G 12A

15 years in this school, what can I say? I turned 3 years old here, and I turned 18 years old here. I have spent the majority of my life in these hallways and classrooms. The people in this building have defined a large part of who I am. This message is not to say ‘goodbye’, but rather to say ‘thank you and see you again’. I have so much to take away with me, so many memories and inside jokes.

There are too many highlights to cover, but my absolute favourite moments all took place during our trips. Eating burgers for a week straight in Delhi, almost dying in the death trap like Dzukou Valley, watching the stars together in Khonoma village, endless safaris and debates in Bandipur, watching Indian matchmaking in Chickmagalur, fighting over hotel room beds in Hampi and scaring each other in our tents in Gujarat. There are so many more and not enough space in the yearbook.

Our batch has always been a small one. I remember walking into the Whitefield preschool for the first time, with only 8 people in the class. The boys were fiddling with the smart board and didn’t notice me. I was confused and awkward, so I just stood there and read the paper lantern poems. When I found a desk to sit down at, the first this I expected was “Hi! What’s your name?”. Instead, I got “Are you Chinese?”. Suhaani and I have laughed about it to date. Suhaani, thank you for being impulsive and crazy with me. Your honest opinions and advice have got me through hard times. Ananya, you have always shown the positive side of things. Aryan Jude, you have been a pillar of support these past few

years. Rithwik, your sense of humour is unbeatable and you never fail to make me laugh. Last but not least, Sunav and Raghav, thank you for the numerous adventures and endless craziness you brought into my life. But of course, my journey would have been very different without the teachers who helped me get here. Starting with making polka dot elephants with Miss Benazeer, scaring Miss Vandana with bugs in the crayon trays, measuring our heights with Miss Manju and putting up the most extravagant and spectacular theatre productions with Vineet sir. The DP teachers have helped us through the hardest and most stressful time of our academic life. Miss Bishnupriya, thank you for believing in me and celebrating my victories with me. Miss Vaishali, you are by far the most passionate teacher I have ever met. Let it be improving our essays, a fundraiser or even planning a party, you don’t hold back. Hare Ram sir, you made me like a subject that I have feared for most of my life. Miss Rohini, you have been a mentor to me. Be it academics or my personal life, I could always look to you for help, and without hesitation, you would support me. You are also one of the most patient teachers I have ever met. I am not sure how you dealt with us at 8 in the morning for 2 years, but thank you for doing so.

I am going to miss this place. I am going to miss our music-filled bus rides, conversations during free periods, all of our inside jokes, as well as the people I experienced this with. I can only wish our juniors the best and hope that they have the privilege of experiencing such beautiful friendships during their time at Neev. This truly has been a spectacular journey I will never forget.

More than anything, Neev has been my home. For that, I will always be grateful.

Ananya Laksmi G 12A

“Will the teachers be scary?”. That was the first question I asked my mom when I was about to join Neev in Grade 5. To a 10 year old me, moving to a new school seemed like the most terrifying, horrible thing that could ever happen. The uncertainty that comes with leaving everything known behind, adapting to a new environment and hoping people will like you enough to be your friend was quite (read: VERY) scary. However, walking into that classroom, where 2 girls shouted at me to join them on their table and compliment my handwriting, it felt as though I was always a part of this school. As cliche as that sounds, it was true. That feeling of belonging, comfort and warmth still remains many years later and has shaped the person I am leaving as today.

To all my teachers, thank you for becoming our second parents and guiding us every step of the way. To Miss Vaishali, thank you for tolerating us every day while endlessly working to make sure each of us, individually, did the best we could. You made DP a lot less daunting and scary, to the point where you were more stressed about our exams than we were. I promise my time management will get better in university! To Miss Rohini, I don’t know how you put up with our hectic chaos everyday for 2 years at 8:00 in the morning, but thank you for always standing by us regardless and getting us out of trouble more times than I can count. To Miss Sheena, from socratic discussions to writing our own stories to understanding concepts, you made psychology even more enjoyable

and interesting than I ever thought it could be. Thank you for that, and for your incredible patience every time I decided to change my extended essay topic. To Miss Bishnupriya, thank you for reading my many hundred college essay drafts, being so patient and kind with my last-minute applications and giving us a safe space to come to. You were always there with open arms and the biggest smile, no matter what. It never failed to make my day better. To Miss Amita, despite having too many tenses to learn, thank you for always making Spanish classes fun and filled with laughter. To Miss Ainee and Ujwal sir, thank you for making math a little less intimidating and a lot more simple.

And I definitely would not have gotten through these past 7 years without my friends and classmates. To Francis sir, thank you for being the first person who believed in me. I still remember our first PTM, my mother was beyond worried about my math classes, and you just smiled at her and said “She’ll be ok ma’am, don’t worry.” I don’t think you realised how those few words meant the world to a fumbling, unconfident 7th grade Ananya. We mis you. To Amulya, thank you for being my best friend, my sister and my shoulder to cry on for all these years. Whether it was listening to me vent about school assignments for hours or giving me advice about anything and everything when I started spiraling, thank you for always being there for me and never leaving, especially when things got rough. I couldn’t have asked for a better person to have as my best friend. To Suhaani, I am so beyond happy and grateful that we got so close. You are the sweetest, most understanding and gentle person I know. I’m going to miss all our late night calls, learning hundreds of studies for Psychology, scrolling through Pinterest to look at food we wanted to eat and, more importantly, for being my anchor when I was lost. Sunav and Arun, thank you for staying up late to study Biology with me, even though we didn’t do that well in some of the tests anyways. Raghav, you never did let me focus in Spanish class when you forgot your textbook,

but thank you for making every class entertaining. Rithwik, I’ll miss your dry humour, that always made me laugh, at all my future lunch table conversations.

From enduring a 6 hour trek in Nagaland to almost getting run over by an elephant in Bandhipur, all my experiences at Neev have made me strong enough to leave all the comfort I have known and face the next chapter of my life with a smile on my face and my head held high.

So, this is it. Goodbye Neev! While I may be leaving, the memories, the good, bad and everything in between, will stay with me forever.

Ananya Arun.

Arjun Varma G 12A

My time at Neev which equates to about 16 years of my life has been detrimental to shaping who I am as a person. All the positive and negative experiences, forming relationships and doing work at this school has helped me learn more about myself. Every day at Neev has changed me, made me a better person as the learning process never really stopped. Every moment was to look forward to as I understood there is always something to take out of every experience to then grow. In terms of academics this school has made me understand the meaning of rigor and how it must be addressed with grit, honor and grace, but furthermore what it means to work in a social environment. Most people take this aspect for granted however I feel grateful to speak to new people, form relationships and understand new perspectives as this is what I will be dealing with for the rest of my life. School has really prepared me in this regard as I am now a custom to understanding people and relations.

During this journey there have been some formidable friends and teachers that I would like to thank including Sunav - A friend for life who will always be there during my ups and downs, AryanSomeone I can always rely on for advice, Pratyush - A person who can teach me any topic under the sun, Miss Chaitra - For believing in my entrepreneurial aspirations and Miss Bishnupriya - For helping me and discussing any concerns I have inside and outside school.

“Sixteen years at Neev feels like a lifetime, and in the best possible way. This school has become my second

home, and the teachers here have more than just educated me – they’ve challenged me, inspired me, and helped me discover who I want to be. From the countless field trips to the unforgettable school events, Neev has fostered my creativity and given me the confidence to step outside my comfort zone.

Aryaman Manik G 12A

As I stand on the threshold of university life, reflecting on my journey at Neev Academy fills me with profound gratitude and nostalgia. Stepping into Neev in 11th grade marked a pivotal moment in my life, ushering in new beginnings, friendships, and experiences that have shaped me profoundly. I am immensely thankful for the unwavering support and guidance of all my teachers, who have been instrumental in nurturing my academic growth and personal development. From French to Physics, Maths to English, Computer Science to Economics, each subject was enriched by the dedication and expertise

Oprah Winfrey once said, “Do what you have to do until you can do what you want to do.” This quote resonates deeply with me as I reflect on my time at Neev. Every class, every assignment, and every extracurricular activity was a stepping stone toward my aspirations, preparing me for the journey ahead.

But beyond the academic realm, it is the friendships and bonds forged with my classmates that have truly enriched my experience at Neev. I want to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to each and every one of my classmates who have made this journey memorable

Pratyush, thank you for opening my eyes to the intricacies of the public transportation sector. Soham and Tejas Ramineni, your celebrations for our achievements in Maths and Physics added joy to my academic pursuits. Arjun and Aryan Varma, your generosity in feeding me outside of lunch filled me with

ecstasy. Ishaan, your funny news updates never fail to brighten my day. Samitha and Dhruv Gupta, thank you for your invaluable study sessions and support.

Ram, Tejas, and Pratyush, our volleyball matches were not just games but moments of camaraderie and laughter. The Nagaland trip stands out as a highlight of my time at Neev, where bonds were forged amidst breathtaking landscapes and shared adventures. Whether it was the exhilarating football matches or the treks through the wilderness, each moment was filled with laughter and camaraderie.

The Extended Essay camp was another testament to the resilience and teamwork of our cohort. Working tirelessly for two days, we overcame challenges together, demonstrating our commitment to academic excellence and mutual support. Tejas Boge, your sense of humor never failed to lift my spirits.

Rishik and Anvit, thank you for your unwavering friendship over the years. Raghav, Vishal, and Rithwik, your encouragement motivated me to strive for excellence in all endeavors. Sunav and Dhruv, your assistance in managing Arjun during French class was invaluable. Shaaun, Sid, and Sia, your kindness and warmth made every day brighter.

Neha, thank you for your support and guidance in swimming. Arun and Shankar, despite your towering presence, your kindness and camaraderie in English class were truly appreciated. Suhaani, Amulya, and Ananya, your infectious laughter and funny jokes added joy to our daily interactions. Arjun and Aryan Shah, your willingness to lend a helping hand with studies and resources did not go unnoticed.

As I prepare to embark on the next chapter of my journey, I carry with me the lessons learned and the friendships forged at Neev. I am deeply grateful for the experiences and memories that will stay with me for a lifetime. If I could turn back time, I wouldn’t change a thing about my time at Neev, except perhaps my grades. But even in that, I am grateful for the growth and lessons learned.

Thank you, Neev Academy, for being a beacon of learning, growth, and friendship and a school of Grit, Honor, and Grace.

Aryan Jude Shankar G 12A

I joined Neev back in 7th grade when the only things and classmates were interested in were video games. Thankfully, five years down the line, our interests have changed, and our trust and the bond we have with each other have grown stronger. From only talking about games to helping each other out for any kind of inconvenience, we have changed for the better.

During the years I have been at Neev, I have grown as a person, a friend, and a peer. I have formed the closest relationships with the people around me, whether it might be friends, teachers, or even the security guards who welcome me with a big smile every morning. The bus ammas ensured my safety and, due to all the noise in the bus, even my sanity. Even the lunch Suraj bhaiya made sure I didn’t leave school with an empty stomach. These people have been a crucial part of my life, and without them, I don’t think I would have been able to become the person I am today.

To my teachers, I thank them for the guidance, care, and utmost support that they provided me with throughout MYP and DP. They have been a constant motivator for me, pushing me to achieve the goals and dreams I had set out to reach. In MYP, the two teachers who gave me the courage to be social and proactive were Mr. Olwin Veigas and Ms. Vaishali Ghosh. Mr. Olwin helped me through all the difficulties I had with my low scores and inability to be proactive in class. He pushed me to put more effort into my studies, and I would credit his guidance and support as the reason I got a good e-assessment score. I’d like to thank Ms Vaishali for helping me to speak out loud and be more social. When she joined in

9th, I didn’t have a strong relationship with any of my teachers; she was one of the first teachers that I was able to communicate with freely and trust her guidance.

To my DP teachers, I’d like to thank you for all the hard work you put into helping me become a better student and also a better person. Mr. Karan Talgeri, my art teacher, you have been the most helpful and supportive mentor I could have asked for. You have helped me appreciate art in a better way and also helped me decide my future goals as an artist. The support you have provided has motivated me to work harder to get into top design colleges around the world, and the feedback I received has helped garner a more detailed understanding of what is expected from me as a student and most of all, as an artist. I’d also like to thank Ms. Bishnupirya for the effort she put into helping me develop my profile as a student. She was a constant motivator pushing me to strive for greatness; she never once doubted my capabilities and always gave me her assurance that she believed I was a strong student. Without her help, I would not be able to get into the number one design school in the world, my dream university. When I felt that I was not good enough to be in a top-calibre school, she helped me.

To my friends, thank you for the most fruitful years of my life. Amulya, thank you for all the amazing times we have had; you have been a friend that I can rely on and trust for everything and anything. You have allowed me to be my authentic self and have not judged me or viewed me differently, no matter what I do, and for that, I will be forever grateful. To Arjun Varma, Dhruv Karai and Aryan Varma thank you for being a group of guys that may not have the best humour, but we surely did have the best of times. From the get-togethers to the places we went to, we truly did have the best times. To Aryan and Arjun Shah, thank you for helping me out with any doubts I had in class.; I knew I could rely on you guys for anything. Since the three of us will be going to the UK, I know that our friendship will continue. To Tejas Naik, your sense of humour proved to be a good stress buster. Raghav and Vishal, whether in basketball tournaments

or riding a Yulu bike around Indiranagar, thank you for all the fun times we had and also the support you gave when it came to academics.

My time at Neev has been memorable,

Aryan Shah G 12A

me with college applications. Thank you for your support and belief in me. It was lovely getting to know you more and just dropping by the SAC lounge to have a conversation. Miss Bishnupriya, I will never forget the experience of chatting with you in your office, munching on a packet of biscuits you kindly provided, and diligently working on my application (perhaps excluding the last part). Your smile and lovely personality make me forget about all the stresses of life. I hope we can continue to keep in touch.

I truly am grateful and fortunate to be a student at Neev. It’s hard to believe that something that has been part of my life for more than a decade, is now coming to an end. Despite the whole journey being chaotic and bumpy, looking back, I only see the good moments and times. It’s only now, as I’m graduating and things are being put into perspective, that I realize Neev has taught me values that will forever be a part of me, and that they inherently have helped me become

I am lucky to have such great and inspiring teachers who push me to achieve my best. Miss Priya, It’s always a delight learning Geography from you. Thank you for being so compassionate and understanding to us both(Arjun and I). Thank you Hareram sir for teaching me the important life lesson that we learn more when we struggle. Your calm and kind personality is truly very admirable. Thank you Miss Neelam for your inspiring economics classes and for kindling my interest in the subject. Thank you Sunir Sir for the same and for enlightening me about Indian and Indonesian geography. Miss Amita, your classes are always joyful and light, which makes learning a new language less burdening. Thank you Alankar sir for putting up with our B6 batch classes. I will miss our conversations about Bangalore’s traffic. Miss Vaishali, your enthusiasm never fails to brighten my day. Olwin sir, thank you for your tremendous support and belief in me. Without you, I would still be the mischievous child I was back then.

I would also like to thank Miss Bishnupriya and Miss Parull for helping and guiding

Lastly, I want to express my gratitude towards my classmates. Vishal, Arav, Tejas(DS), Soham, Siddhant, and Shaaunak- The memories of the cricket group and online auctions still bring a smile to my face, and I appreciate all of you for making my journey more enjoyable. I still have flashes of our cricket game in Nagaland and DS’s ‘cracking’ shot. Im sure those present that night would understand the reference. Naik, Pratyush, Anvit and Rishik, it was great fun playing football and hanging out together. Aryaman Manik, you’re witty sense of humour and Aryan Shankar, your optimistic views on the outcome of my application and reassurance have helped make DP less stressful. Aryan Shankar, I hope our friendship continues through our next phase in life in the UK. Raghav and Vishal, your many achievements and strive for excellence have always been a source of inspiration to me to do my best. I also want to thank all my other classmates for being part of my Neev Journey. As we celebrate this milestone, I wish you all great success ahead and hope you have an enjoyable college life.

I would like to end on this note: Never give up on anything. Miracles happen every day!

To Batch of May 2024, Here’s to greatness.

Aryan Shah.

Dhruv Karai

As I stand at the threshold of a new chapter in my life, I reflect on the profound impact of my time at Neev. These past two years have not only been a period of learning but a transformative journey filled with friendship, growth, and self-discovery. To my teachers, I extend my deepest gratitude for your unwavering support, guidance, and belief in my potential. To Miss Neeta, Your dedication to education has inspired me to strive for excellence. To Ashwani Sir, thank you for your mentorship and encouragement. Your wisdom and guidance have shaped my academic journey in profound ways. Now onto my classmates: even though some of you have been at Neev for twice as long as me, I immediately felt welcomed into this community, and over the past years, we have each grown and changed in our way. Thank you for being supportive, open, and loving throughout all of this. You have been more than classmates; you have been companions who’ve shared laughter, overcome challenges, and celebrated triumphs, creating memories that will forever hold a special place in my heart. As we part ways and embark on our paths, let us carry forward the values instilled in us by Neev - Grit, Honour and Grace.

To Pratyush, the first person I ever talked

To Arka Sir, I hope I have made you proud. In the last 2 years, you have inspired me to push myself in logical thinking, and have also entertained some of my shenanigans for the IA. Thank you for eternally making me curious about science and maths.

And lastly, to Colin Sir. Thank you for making my writing concise, clear and

I’ll stop now to be more clear and concise.

Neha S Viswanath G 12A

I have always believed that people are a result of their shared experiences, that we are all made up of a unique combination of all the people in our lives and the experiences we have shared with them, that is why I can say with certainty that my Journey at Neev even though quite brief has deeply impacted me, and has played a part in shaping the proud person I am today.

I still have the vivid image of my first day, being intrigued by the new culture and bubbly faces I saw all around me, and I am glad to say that very little has changed. With this chapter closing I am filled with gratitude for all those who inspire me every day. Ms. Rohini and Ms. Sheena, your graceful poise and energetic good mornings never failed to put a smile on my face every morning, and thank you for all the times you have stuck your necks out for our class, we are eternally grateful. Ms. Amita, I have never been great at languages but your calm candidness with funny sarcasm and warm understanding personality helped me get through all the tough Spanish classes. Ms. Chaitra, your bubbly personality has never failed to brighten my day, I will never forget all the solo girl talks, and thank you for believing in me when I could not. Ms. Vaishali, your energy is inspiring, thank you for bringing me out of my shell these last 2 years. Hare Ram sir, thank you for being the most patient teacher I have ever met even with our class’s “slowness”, math has been one of my most favorite classes this year and it’s all thanks to your sarcastic humor and amazing teaching. Alankar Sir, I think we

are still counting down the days till we do not have to deal with Aryaman ever again (just kidding), but thank you for opening my eyes to be able to see the world from the CS point of view. It truly is an amazing one. Ms. Bhavya, though we only spent a year together, I think we have spent the most time considering all the work my EE needed. Thank you for broadening my knowledge and love for biology. Ms. Bishnupriya, Ms. Parull and Ms. Swapna, thank you for letting me crash in your office whenever I needed it and for all the wisdom I gained from you. Sashi sir, Thank you for pushing me every time we swam, your early morning smiles and dedication to the sport of swimming are unmatched and one I will never forget. Finally, Sia, thanks for all the memories, I will certainly miss our coconut ice creams.

To all my classmates, who if I had to thank individually would take another 20 pages and since this message is already getting a little long, instead, I thank you for your support, for helping shape the person I am today, and for m aking me feel welcome from the day I entered till the day we leave, these are bonds I will cherish forever.

Now as I start this new chapter in my life I hold these experiences and people close while using the lessons they have taught me to guide the life that is yet to come. Finally to quote Thor, from Thor: Ragnarök “I choose to run towards my problems, and not away from them. Because that’s what heroes do.” Although I may not run towards my problems they always have a way of finding me. Hopefully I will be able to face them head-on, just like heroes do.

That’s all folks, Till next time, Neha S

Viswanath

I was lucky enough to be with a wide range of interesting and inspiring people in my seven years here at Neev.

I thank Miss Vaishali and Miss Ainee for instilling a love for English and Mathematics (respectively) within my occasionally stubborn and frequently stupid mind.

I thank Miss Sheena for nurturing my love for psychology (especially out of the syllabus), Miss Amitha for teaching me Tulu, and Ashwani Sir for somehow making Chemistry fun (sorry, Miss Bindu).

I thank Arka Sir for showing me the surprising ways Physics could be an analogy for real life (like us roaming around the classroom like degenerate electrons).

I thank Ujwal Sir for teaching me how to properly communicate my mathematical work, although I don’t think I learnt very well.

I thank Colin Sir for the lessons on Indian bird taxonomy (or onomatology? I’m not sure).

I thank Jeeva Sir for fuelling my passion for running and turning me into a life-long athlete and Anand Sir for riding the highs with me (and the team) throughout all those tournaments.

I thank Miss Bishnupriya and Miss Parull for guiding me through the maze of college applications and entertaining my often unrelated visits to the SAC lounge.

I especially thank all my classmates and

the many seniors and juniors who let me be me.

Raghav G 12A

Ram Tewari G 12A

When I first joined Neev in the 8th grade, I felt a distinct shift from my previous school, as I had not only changed boards(from CBSE to IB), but also countries! However, never once did I feel out of place in Neev thanks to my wonderful peers, supportive teachers and interactive classes.

It’s been five years since then, and I would like to thank some people who made my journey at neev more enjoyable.

I would to thank Miss Vaishali for helping me enjoy the otherwise “whelming” subject of English. I would like to thank Arka sir for putting up with my laziness in Physics(My braincells were equal to the work done in a centripedal system).

I would like to thank John Sir for helping me realize the parallels between the past and the present through History(Were US really the good guys?).

Finally, I would like to thank my entire cohort for the unforgettable memories I have attained in high school. From watching certain shows in our trip to Nagaland(Miss Parull and Sunit Sir won’t forget) to triple riding a Yulu at 12 PM, I have made unbreakable bonds with a lot of my classmates, and learnt valuable lessons that I’m sure to carry throughout my life.

So happy I could explode!(not a pun) Ram.

Siddhant Bajaj G 12A

It’s not easy to say goodbye to a place I call my second home. From shifting campuses, to seeing new developments, it’s been a privilege to see the school grow. I thank the school for taking care of me for 15 years, for offering important values, morals and life lessons. As I step outside this safe ecosystem, I am taking away a bag full of memories. Some funny, some sad, some happy, and some important. But these memories are incomplete without significant individuals who make them meaningful.

I would like to thank Sunit sir, for making economics an interesting subject. Your real world examples, life experiences, dramatic use of vocabulary and your knowledge in the subject would truly be missed. I would like to thank Miss Chaitra for keeping up with my antics in the business class. You make anyone around you feel comfortable. I would like to thank Miss Amita for keeping up with my bad Spanish and helping me out with the subject. I would like to thank Miss Vaishali for making classes filled with energy and humor. Your passion for teaching and the subject is truly admirable. I would like to thank Hareram sir for guiding me through mathematics. I would like to thank Miss Bishnupriya and Miss Parull for always listening to my thoughts, understanding them, being available for us and guiding me in college applications. I would like to thank Miss Bhavya for being approachable, and making biology classes informative and fun. I would like to thank Olwin sir for keeping me on track and being my mentor for the past 6 years. I would like to thank all my teachers in the Neev Sadashivnagar Early Years campus and

teachers who have taught me from grade 2 onwards. You have seen me grow as an individual. You know my strengths, weaknesses, likes, dislikes. You know how to cheer me up.

Along the journey, I have made some incredible friends whom I share beautiful memories with. I would like to thank Arjun and Aryan shah for making my experience here memorable. Being my oldest friends in Neev, you guys play a significant role in my life. From arguing about silly things, to resolving those issues in minutes, we share a genuine and strong bond. I am looking forward to continuing this friendship in the future. I would like to thank Rishik, Tejas Boge and Dhruv Karai for always putting a smile on my face with silly jokes in between classes. I would like to thank Aryaman and Anvit for being always approachable. I would like to thank everyone who made our football tournaments outside school memorable. I would like to thank my classmates who have made my school trips memorable. The bond that we created in those trips would always be with me. Finally, I would like to thank everyone who has been there with me on this journey. I wish all of you happiness and success in the future.

Till we meet again, Siddhant Bajaj

Suhaani Haque G 12A

When asked about my memories at Neev, it is hard not to journey back to where it all began, 15 years ago. A little toddler running into Miss Benazeer’s arms every morning as her tight and warm hugs instantly brought a smile to my face. Our afternoons, where Miss Noni would surprise us with some new snack every week (remembering the pizzas), and the nine of us would play Spiderman in the little sandpit. And our evenings, where we would stand outside the school, petting a little puppy in a box as our mothers chatted for hours under a tamarind tree that towered us all. 5 years I spent in this preschool. 5 years where Neev became my second home.

While Neev has changed drastically over the years, the warmth and comfort has still remained. And that, I attribute my teachers throughout my time at Neev and of course, my friends. Miss Vandana, I will forever remember and miss your story time sessions. Miss Tamoshi, I will now always have the lyrics to “Ek la cholo re” memorised in my head :) Vineet sir, I was a shy and reserved kid before our theatre classes. Whether it was through those neevotsav performances or through the ‘out of the box’ theatre games you invented, you made me a more confident version of myself. I will always cherish my time on that stage in PAS2 (or perhaps even the time behind the curtains - all nervous).

Miss Vaishali, you made 10th grade a bit less tiring, less stressful and less scary. Your bursts of energy and incomparable level of enthusiasm made our hours of laughter filled, yet somehow productive L&L classes something to look forward to.

To my DP teachers, each of you have been a pillar of support. Miss Neelam, thank you for making me believe that I can do well

in economics without doing well in Math. Miss Sheena, you have managed to make my favourite subject even more enjoyable. I’ll miss our circle time psychology classes (specifically the HL ones). Colin sir, two years of literature classes with you was definitely not enough. Your long passionate talks ranging from bird-watching to poetry is something I will dearly miss. Miss Rohini, I admire your ability to deal with our class at 8am and I thank you for your constant effort in waking me up every morning. Miss Amita, I’ll miss that endless laughter in our Spanish classes. To miss Bishnupriya, thank you for always keeping your door open to me and greeting me with that warm smile everyday.

I would not be the person I am without the people I grew up with. Amulya, from sitting on the monkey bars in the Neev Whitefield campus, to now graduating together, thank you for being a sister to me throughout my time at Neev. Ananya, you are the most kind, generous and relatable person I have ever met and I hope to continue to see your bright smiles for more years to come. Raghav, I’ll miss your endless jokes and book reccomendations. Our B5 economics class, thank you for being so supportive. I’ll miss those NYT games and that yellow porche. Kobs (rithwik) you never failed to make me smile, laugh and cheer me up when I needed it. Thank you. Lastly Sunav, for being there with me from day 1, 16 years ago, thank you for always having my back. Neev would not be the same without these special people.

At last, this message would be incomplete without a mention of our outbound trips. I will always remember the sights from Hampi, sharing food in Chandni Chowk, singing on the jeep rides through Kutch, being scared of caves in Aurangabad, dancing in Rajasthan, and stargazing on the terrace in Nagaland. Those trips are a core memory of my time at Neev. Thank you Miss Gouri and Miss Kavita, for giving us these experiences. Now I guess it’s time to make more. So, as Winnie the Pooh wisely puts it…

‘How lucky I am having something that makes saying goodbye so hard’ Suhaani :)

more than an English teacher and MUN coordinator. Ms.Vaishali, thank you for Sunav Bajaj G 12A

I hope this isn’t a delusion, but I don’t feel as though I am leaving this school. Neev is one of those things I can’t deny as a major component of my identity, who I am right now, and who I will be in the future. This message is not about me, rather it is about the people and ideas who I have had the privilege of surrounding myself with for practically my entire life. This is a message of gratitude.

I would like to thank Neev for giving me memories that I will cherish for years to come. The grand school trips for instance. Hampi, where I celebrated my birthday by getting a brain-freeze after eating far too much ice-cream far too quickly, or Delhi-Agra, where we roamed the streets of Chandi-Chowk, or Rajasthan, where the long bus rides felt less long with conversations about everything, or even the Northeast where I completed a trek without the soles of my shoes. On the other hand, the smaller things are what I will remember. Gallery walks in PYP, I&S or drama submissions which I spent far too much time on, building the MUN club one stayback session at a time, the football and basketball lunch games or just cracking jokes that will die with the batch of 2024.

To my dear teachers. Ms.Bhavya, for the one year that you taught and guided me, I am grateful for everything. From believing in my abilities, to discussing my IA far too many times, and most importantly to nurturing my love for the subject of Biology, I will forever be indebted to you. Ms. Ainee, I would like to thank you for having faith in me and being the reliable teacher I could talk to. David Sir, thank you for being

It feels surreal to think that just two years ago, I was walking through the doors of Neev for the first time. These past years have flown by in a whirlwind of learning, challenges, and unforgettable memories. As we begin on this exciting new chapter – university – I know I’ll carry Neev’s lessons and the friendships I made close to my heart.

I want to express my sincere gratitude to the teachers who have guided me on this journey. Arka Sir, your classes were a constant source of stimulation, pushing us to learn and strive for excellence. Thank you for instilling in me the value of aiming high and never settling for mediocrity. Ms. Amita, your classes were anything but quiet – they buzzed with your infectious enthusiasm and the joy of discovery. You showed us how seemingly disparate things could be connected, opening our eyes to the beauty of a multifaceted world. Ujwal Sir, your unwavering support, especially during difficult times, is something I won’t forget. From you, I learned the importance of humility and the strength it takes to be kind and helpful in all situations.

But there’s one person who deserves a very special thank you – Ms. Bishnupriya. Your door was always open, and your guidance on my future, my college applications, was invaluable. The conversations we had were a source of immense support, and I will cherish them forever.

Looking back, these past two years haven’t just been about academics.

The friendships I’ve made here are some of the things I’ll treasure most. The camaraderie on the volleyball court with Ram, Prats, and Manik –those sessions were more than just practice; they were a chance to bond, strategize, and celebrate each other’s victories. And the pick-up football games with Shankar, Karai, Arjun –especially Arjun, let’s just say they were an experience in laughter and friendly competition. The tournaments we played together as Rizz Academy were a true test of teamwork and sportsmanship, something that goes beyond the field. My school journey wouldn’t have been the same without Ishaan, Soham and DS. We shared the ups and downs of academic life together, from commiserating over tough grades to celebrating victories in the SAC lounge- by doing Math, Physics that’s above our level of understanding and also watching ElectroBoom getting shocked and burning his pants on an electric heated seat. Those were some special times.

As I take this next step, I’m reminded of a quote that has always motivated me: “Dream Big, Start Small.” This simple motto captures the essence of what I’ve learned at Neev. We were encouraged to set ambitious goals, but also to take the necessary steps, one by one, to turn those dreams into reality. That’s the approach I’ll take as I move forward, carrying with me the knowledge, the friendships, and the memories made at this special place.

Thank you.

Tejas Naik G 12A

Anvit Anand G 12B

Two years ago I walked into the Neev gates as an immature child learning about the world around him. Now I make a U-turn and walk out of the very same gates, this time as a mature adult. I will always continue to learn more about the world around me, that will never change.

I remember my first day in Neev, I arrived one week late in style like a Rajinikanth movie. However, I quickly realised I was far from a movie star and overwhelmed by the unfamiliar environment. While I did have a few old friends from Oakridge coming with me to Neev, I thought it would be really difficult to bond with others in my grade since friend circles were formed a long time ago. To my relief, they were all very welcoming and accepted me as a part of them unlike what I feared.

Fibbi and Samitha were my “buddies” when I joined but it was the Chikmagalur and Nagaland/Manipur trips that really allowed me to bond with everyone in my grade. I realised so many people have a lot in common with me. Over this journey, I have enjoyed playing music with Samitha, Vishal, Arun, Ram and many others as well as all our Rizz vs Magas games in football every lunch break with the whole grade.

I really want to thank my good friends Rishik, Naik, T1, Shaaun, Sid, Aryan Varma, Karai, and Ram for coming with me to football tournaments. While the results may have been embarrassing (top secret for a reason), you taught me more about teamwork and resilience, which helped us get closer together. Also, thanks for the birthday surprise Rishik,

for getting together the full grade. Hope I can return the favour.

Additionally, I want to thank you guys Arjun and Aryan Shah for rooming with me in Chikmagalur, Nagaland, and Manipur. It was fun sharing this and the extended essay journey with you and Manik. Also, it was really nice bonding with my Tamilian friends Pratyush and Vishal (Pratyush coincidentally came on a Maldives trip with me).

I can’t forget my teachers. While I was struggling to adapt to the rigour of DP, you all really helped me adapt to the process, enjoy the journey, and make me grow and mature as an individual. I also want to thank my counsellors Ms Bishnupriya and Ms Parull. With the impossible workload of managing college applications and internal deadlines, both of you made this possible and smooth for me.

I may not be here anymore but a part of Neev will always live inside me - the memories, nostalgia, and the values they instilled in me. Like all good things, this journey must unfortunately end, but whenever a door closes another one opens.

For the time being - goodbye Anvit

Arjun Shah G 12B

I’m leaving Neev, but taking a piece of it with me. I would like to bid farewell to all the incredible people that made Neev a second home to me.

Thank you Hareram sir for not only making all the math classes memorable but also for teaching me that learning is more than just getting a good grade. I am grateful to Ms Priya for always being kind and compassionate, and for helping me figure out the DP and better organize myself. I thank Ms Neelam, and Sunit sir for being two remarkable teachers that have made economics one of my favorite subjects. Thank you Ms Vaishali for having, by far, one of the most fun classes always filled with banter. I am grateful for Ms Amita, who is always ready to go the extra mile to make Spanish easier for us all. I am also grateful to Arka sir who helped me realize my potential and find my love for physics. I want to thank Ms Parull for never hesitating to help us out in our college applications. And lastly, I am grateful to Ms Bishnupriya for always hearing us out and creating a safe environment that felt like home. I remember how we would all cram ourselves into your office to complete all of our endless college applications. You have provided immense support during these hard DP years and I could not be more thankful for it.

I am grateful to have had some of the most amazing friends that made my time at Neev unforgettable. Thank you Vishal, Raghav, and Rithwik for being great company throughout my journey at Neev. To Manik, Anvit, Rishik and Naik, I have had great fun just hanging out and getting to know you all in the last few years. To Aryan Shankar, I hope that

we can continue to build our friendship in the future by studying in the UK. To Sid and Shaun, who have been with me throughout my time at Neev, thank you for creating several great memories to remember. Thank you Sam for making the long bus rides tolerable. And lastly, thank you Soham, Ishaan and DS for always making school more enjoyable.

I will always remember Neev for having given me the opportunity to get to know so many interesting people. Each one on a different spectrum of uniqueness.

I wish the very best to all my classmates in their future endeavors,

Signing off, Arjun.S

Arun Srinivasa G 12B

When I first joined Neev 2 years ago, I walked into a biology class taught by Babul sir and got hit with the question“are we just a sum of our cells?.” After recovering from the initial shock from the strange TOK connection I laughed the situation off and continued on. I thought we would move on and back to memorizing the next 40 pages in our textbook. But we didn’t. Everyday Babul sir would announce another biology connection I was unprepared for. And suddenly after 10 years of being completely unsure of the path I wanted to take, I was sure it was biology. In 2 months, I was convinced by a passionate teacher who held up a cool microphone in class on what I wanted to continue with for the rest of my life.

Although it was short, my last 2 years at Neev have arguably been the most influential phase in my school life. I want to thank Miss Bhavya for chasing after me after I delayed every possible extended essay deadline I could. Miss Vaishali for answering even my most basic questions. Miss Amita for staying back and supporting me 2 days before the exams. Hare ram sir for breaking down every math topic for me. Colin sir for making TOK one of my most enjoyable classes in the week. Miss Sheena for making sure I planned every test I took. Miss Nisha for letting me walk into the music rooms at random times in the day. And Miss Bishnupriya for supporting me through every step of my college application. The list could go on but from my first class with Babul sir every teacher I’ve had in Neev has helped shape the future that I want to pursue.

Past my teachers, each and every classmate in Neev has been welcoming since the day I joined. I won’t put down a list of each student because I’m sure they know but every basketball tournament, lunch break, and even detention from breaking into Vivum were unforgettable for me. To be able to have a different dynamic with each student in this cohort really told me just how talented and unique every one of them is, and I loved

Aryan Varma G 12B

“Do what you have to do until you can do what you want to do.”

— Oprah Winfrey

I know no other reality. Neev has been my life since I was 2 years old. I’ve always looked at school as a ‘duty’ us children serve till a certain age until we are old enough to give purpose to our lives. Now, at the end of this journey, I see it as the most valuable chapter of character-building in the book I call my life. Although my story is nowhere near finished, I can confidently say these 16 years here dictate the friends I make in the future, the field I choose to get into, the passion I inherit and in general the decisions I make in my life.

Why did some aspects feel like a chore in school? People tend to hold on to things they don’t like because criticism is human nature, however, the reason is much more poetic than that. I believe that we can’t appreciate or value what we love until the threat of losing it becomes a reality. This school was something I lived with and came to love over these 16 years, and with every loved one comes inevitable differences. Courses, tasks, exams, and deadlines, were always challenging to overcome but compromise is key in any relationship. The fruits of these ‘chores’ were the simple 10-minute breaks with friends, waiting for lunch to come around, the warmth of our collective in a cold situation or the shared laughs from students and teachers alike.

The hard truth is that I can’t re-live these experiences and this chapter is coming to an end. As I am writing this, thoughts and memories that we’ve built are flashing in my mind. After the longest commitment in

my life, it’s beginning to feel too short. For all the emotions I feel there still is a light at the end of the tunnel. My future is uncertain but I can’t help but feel excited to learn and grow using the skills I learnt along the way. I can’t stay in the nest forever and that is what makes this departure bitter-sweet.

I would like to express my gratitude to all the familiar faces. My closest friends for cracking jokes on the worst days, the brothers like Sunav who corrected me, my sister for all the useless gossip, the grades below to show us that we can actually be called responsible (in comparison) and most importantly the teachers who acted as a second family. A special thanks to Miss Bishnupriya who believed in my potential when even I couldn’t. I hope I can make everyone proud.

The halls and spaces may change ever so often but Neev at heart is the same as when I first came, just as how as I grew up to be a young adult, at my core I am still that curious and shy kid which this chapter has taught me to preserve. Now I can finally say “I get to do what I want to do.”

On to the next chapter, Aryan Varma

Boge Tejas Reddy G 12B

Well, here we are at the end of a journey that’s been anything but ordinary. From the early days, wrestling on green dirt hills and typing away at summatives last minute on ManageBac, to when my biggest concern was whether my cartoons made sense, to this moment of reflection and farewells. It’s fascinating to see how we’ve all evolved within Neev.

It’s worth noting, just like many of us, Neev started small, in a big house, showing that even humble beginnings can lead to great achievement. The camaraderie during those intense football matches, the shared laughter in dodgeball games, and the afternoons we spent doing gardening work.The trip to Northeast India will always be a highlight, opening our eyes to stunning landscapes and vibrant cultures, and seeing the beauty of diversity and exploration. Such experiences, shared with friends, made every moment at Neev special.

As we stand on the brink of new beginnings, feeling excited for what’s ahead and fondly remembering the past. The corridors of Neev, once alive with our stories, will soon welcome new ones, as we step out to carve our paths. Before we part ways, I must express my gratitude to those who’ve been the backbone of this journey. Miss Divya, for sparking a journey of creativity all the way back in 4th grade; Miss Bishnupriya, for being a guiding light in times of doubt; Miss Vaishali and Olwin Sir, for making learning a pleasure; Babul Sir, for teaching us wisely and kindly and Miss Gouri, for all the shoutings she gave me, which in their own way, have shaped me. Your influences have been pivotal.

To my friends, who became family, thank you for every laugh, every challenge faced together, and every moment that made our school days unforgettable. The bond we’ve forged is one that won’t easily fade. So, as we go our separate ways, let’s just say we’re betting on the future, maybe not as grand as 5 million on red in a casino, but who knows? Life’s unpredictable like that. Here’s to embracing whatever comes next, carrying with us the lessons and memories from Neev.

It’s been real. Cheers to wherever life takes us next.

Dhruv Gupta G 12B

I have always viewed graduating as climbing over a wall at the end of a path. When I was younger I never knew what lay ahead of it and because it is human to fear the unknown, the thought always used to fill me with dread. I knew graduating from high school meant the end of my sheltered life and of my time at school, which at times was tiresome, but remained a comfort zone nonetheless.

I am one of the lucky few in the batch who have spent over 10 years in the school. 14 years precisely. For most of us, Neev is the only large school community we have been a part of. As we grew older we did branch out of school as well, but it has still been the majority of where our lives have been spent. While it is exciting to leave behind the tasks, deadlines, activities, and responsibilities we found unnecessary, it would be short-sighted to say that moving on would be easy.

After 14 years in the school, I can confidently say in any given situation I can find a way to enjoy my time with everyone in our batch and I do maintain a comfortable level of friendship with all 29 of them. This is a testament to how strong and tightly knit our batch is, even with new students coming in every year. These friendships have helped carry me throughout my school life and the even more challenging DP. I find myself incredibly lucky to have friends who are not only fun to be around but also who challenge me to push myself in ways I wouldn’t be able to, both in academics and personal capacities.

I am grateful for these friends, the countless memories we made, and

what I have learned from all of you. Be it spending every lunchbreak throughout a school year working on comics, laughing over rather disgusting incidents on school trips, last-minute memorization before exams, asking teachers aimless questions to avoid work (sorry), singing in the backseat of the bus, a room wrecking pillow fight on our first outbound trip, camping together in the forest and riding through Rann of Kutch in open jeeps. There are far too many to put in this note but when we meet we can always spend hours discussing them. Our time together has not only made school easier but also uplifted me through the many rough patches in school.

This note would also be incomplete without thanking the teachers I was lucky enough to have and learn from for these last 14 years. All of them, whom I have mentioned and might have forgotten played a huge role in the person I am today and I wouldn’t be in the position to write this if not for you. Miss Vandana for becoming almost a parental figure in the early years of school, making it an environment that was comfortable to learn in. Miss Divya for allowing my friends and me to put up our juvenile comic posters in class and encouraging us to develop our creativity. Miss Soumya for easing our transition into the MYP and making every I&S class very enjoyable. Miss Vidya for making L&L a highlight of the day and pushing me to be a better writer. Miss Gouri for being incredibly understanding and supportive (and strict when needed). Vineet Sir, for constantly providing opportunities for me to be a better performer and helping me get over some of my stage fright. Pradeep Sir, for keeping in touch even after leaving and bettering my artistic abilities. Krishnendu Sir, for our discussions about photography and trying to make a helpless maths student better. Miss Amrita, for being a teacher so kind that it was noticeable even online. Miss Vaishali, for sharing our love for food, complimenting my cooking, and helping me manage the film club. Alankar Sir, for tolerating us throughout our Computer Science classes and for ensuring that the windows had grills every time. Sunit Sir, for being your incredibly vibrant personality, and teaching style

and for being the official nurse during the Nagaland Trip. Miss Rohini, for being an incredibly understanding form tutor and kind teacher to interact with for the last few years. Miss Sheena, for being an incredibly compassionate teacher, checking in to see how I was doing every day during the stressful college application process, and being incredibly easy to reach out to during the school year. Miss Bishnupriya, for getting me through college applications when I was abandoned at the worst possible time by my counselor and for the endless cookies we enjoyed in your office. Last but not least, Colin Sir. From the first time, you taught us at the beginning of the MYP, we could tell your classes were the most different to any other teacher’s (in the best possible way). Thank you for changing how I view art and literature and for sharing some of your boundless knowledge, which has completely changed how I develop my work. You have perhaps had one of the largest impacts on me in my school life.

All my teachers and friends have made my time in school all the more better. Leaving school behind is a weird feeling. It feels like an incredibly long time that has also gone by incredibly quickly at the same time. I am not sure what my future holds, but I am incredibly grateful to Neev for preparing me for it. I can now see that there lays a door in the wall that was at the end of my path.

To capture it a little more succinctly: “ Often when you think you’re at the end

Pratyush Balaji G 12B

I have been in Neev since 2007. Every year that I have been conscious as a human being, I have been a part of this family. There is something special about being in one place for all your life. Watching people come and go, watching the environment change and grow, my fondest memories and my most cherished relationships sprouted from this school.

I still recall Miss Vandana teaching me the difference between “its” and “it’s” and my frustration when I kept having to change it in my kindergarten writeups. Climbing all the way up the encore campus’ sapota tree in second grade to avoid having to partake in ballroom dancing. Making friends with an ant we named Bernie and coming up with fantastical stories. Working with Rajesh sir and my seniors on magnetic levitation for my grade 4 Eureka project. All our field trips, basketball trips, treks, and novel experiences shaped who I am today, and I couldn’t have done it without my friends and family at Neev.

It’s remarkable that most of the 9 people who I came into grade 1 with are still here with me at Neev. That the teachers who brought me up like Miss Ainee did the same for my little sister. That our traditions like Neevotsav, Language Day and LitFest are still being carried out every year. That everyone knows everyone and that teachers would complain about how tight-knit this batch is.

Whether I go to college abroad, in India, or at all, I’m going to miss this batch a lot. Every student with me has their

own profound achievements, and I wish everyone the very best. I hope that in 10 years when we have our reunion, we’ll be in high places, have new stories to share, and rekindle the fires that Neev set light to in our hearts. I am grateful to everyone : my peers, my teachers, the SAC team, my juniors, my seniors, the Neev parents, the Ammas, our field trip experts, and everyone who has made me experience something new over the course of my school journey. I wouldn’t be who I am and where I am today without the Neev community.

Rishik Harish Reddy G 12B

Joining Neev was a very spontaneous decision, my mother encouraged me to get out of my comfort zone. I wrote the Neev entrance exam not expecting to get in, to my surprise I got in almost immediately after speaking to Ms Gouri and how she appreciates my honest nature.

Immediately I was very nervous because of this change, but surprisingly enough I was greeted and receptive very well by my classmates. I immediately felt a bond with some of them in the first week. As I start to think about a new chapter in my life, I can’t help but feel overwhelmed with gratitude for each and every one of you. Today, as we celebrate this significant milestone together, I want to take a moment to express my deepest appreciation.

Firstly I would like to thank various of my classmates for this journey. Initially I planned on thanking each one of my friends, however after further thought I realized that at Neev I feel like I am friends with everyone and each of my classmates have shaped me to the person I am today. Sounds cliche but it genuinely felt like a family. Throughout this journey my friends (they know who they are). From late-night study sessions to cheering each other on during exams, through football tournaments (which we lost badly) or through conversations above life advice, late night outings and even casual meet ups and from laughing in class to the point we cry. You all have been by my side, making this experience infinitely richer and more meaningful.

Your friendship has been a constant source of strength and joy, shaping

not just my academic journey but also my personal growth in profound ways, encouraging me to pursue this “academic back” of mine. As we part ways and go on in our individual paths, please know that the memories we’ve created together will forever hold a special place in my heart. I am immensely grateful for the privilege of knowing each of you and for the bonds and I know that some of us will always be friends and I’m truly grateful for that. As we bid farewell to this chapter and step into the unknown, I carry with me the cherished memories of our time together and the knowledge that our friendship will endure, no matter where life takes us.

I would also like to thank my teachers, not just the teachers who want to help their students get “6 to 7”, but ones who want to help all of their students. Firstly Ms chaitra for making her classes insightful and always believing in me when no one else did, going out of her way to help me whether it was to clarify doubts regarding my IA or EE or helping me to create a schedule for my finals. Ms Neeta, for having the most patience any teacher could possibly have, believing in me at my worst in term 1 to aiming at 6s or 7s. Sunit Sir for his humorous classes, which was always like a relief class as it was so fun, I would always be excited to attend, one of the best teachers I have ever had. I would like to thank Miss Rohini who gave us a lot of liberty when it came to helping us and I feel she made me push myself in the language. “Muchas gracias”. I would also like to thank Miss Namita, our grade 11 Spanish teacher, who also really changed my perspective on Spanish and gave me that hope that I can do well in the subject, whenever I did not believe in myself. Thank you to Miss Bhavya whose passion for teaching can be seen in class and in fact helped me manage to feel some interest in the subject. Thank you Miss Vaishali for the rollercoaster classes. Thank You Colin Sir for the interesting TOK classes. Special thanks to MS Bishnupriya, one of the strongest people I know. She always helped out students, irrespective of what was happening in her personal life. Thank you Olwin Sir as well.Thank

you Suraj who would always light up our lunch with his electric smile. To all my teachers I thank you for your guidance and for shaping me the way I am in academics.

I also want to thank the school itself for giving me the opportunity to try out new sports being a part of the school running team and soccer team, as I never knew my potential in these sports. I also have extreme gratitude for being the vice sports captain.This journey has surely been an unforgettable one, with many ups and downs (More ups of course). It feels like just yesterday I was scared and nervous to join Neev, time definitely flew. Thank you and goodbye to everyone, I hope we meet again! I believe my journey in life has now just begun.

Rithwik Kabir Shivnani G 12B

It is a remarkable thing that Neev has managed to retain a group of wonderful teachers and students.

I still remember walking into a Neev classroom for the first time in Grade five. Pratyush was wearing a green collared shirt, although I didn’t know his name back then. Sunav was still chubby. He only became my friend as a challenge from our class teacher at the time - a bid to impress her no doubt. I suppose sometimes intention doesn’t matter. I am proud to still call him a friend today.

forged memories and bonds that I will adore for many years to come.

I cannot, of course, forget the teachers. David sir, thank you for being so much more than an MUN coordinator. For our conversations. Ms Ainee, thank you for being the most fun math teacher I ever had. Ms Bishnupriya, for always being welcoming and open. Arka sir, for always making me smile. Ms Amita, for our laughter. Ms Neelam, for kindling my love for economics and Sunit sir for sustaining it. And Colin sir, for the way of thinking that you taught me.

I will not soon forget walking down Neev’s halls. The good, the bad and the ugly. They say time softens all memories, that nostalgia makes the past seem sweeter. But I hope, no matter how long it’s been, I remember Neev exactly as it was - a home.

To dropping out of Harvard, Rithwik.

Raghav was the first person I ever talked to in Neev. I thought we would be great friends. We weren’t. At least not for the next five years. We bonded over our academics in the tenth grade. He then promptly overtook me in DP, but I cherish his friendship and competition.

I was Vishal’s “buddy” when he joined in Grade seven. We clicked. I value him as a friend, and as someone to memorize mark schemes with. I grew close to Suhaani in Grade seven, and she remains one of the best people I have met. Through her, I also came to be friends with Amulya and Ananyafriends I know I won’t forget.

On the note of not forgetting, I definitely won’t forget the school trips - the “learning” journeys. Delhi was, I think, the most hectic trip I’ve ever been on. Aurangabad was beautiful. Rajastahn was rife with gossip. Ladakh was breathtaking (running up stairs tends to do that to you). Northeast

Samitha Sri Bhaskara G 12B

‘Take a deep breath and start again,’ said Vineet sir as my stunned 7th grade self completely forgot the introduction to our skit. Relief settled in and I regained my confidence.

Another chance!

I carried those words with me till date, since it was the moment I realised that it is okay to make mistakes and grow among my peers and teachers in Neev. The past 6 years in this school have proven just this and I hold so much gratitude for the people who made it worthwhile.

I’ll start by thanking my teachers, some of the most important people during my time in school. Thank you to my science and maths teachers: Arka sir, Ujwal sir and Ashwani sir for all your support and inspiration, especially when it felt like certain tasks were impossible. Arka sir, thank you for all the support you gave me during my extended essay, whether it was with the essay itself or helping me feel more assured with my work! Ujwal sir, thank you for helping me enjoy maths a little bit more and making the subject seem less daunting to me. Miss Rohini and Miss Namitha, thank you for being easily the coolest spanish teachers, I’ll forever miss our sessions chatting in the last ten minutes of classes after a long day. Miss Sheena, thank you for occasionally letting us get lost in class debates. Thank you so much to Miss Vaishali and David sir for helping me foster my love for english, a subject I may have never truly found without your teaching. Thank you to Colin sir for helping me see so much more in literature but also reminding us not to get lost in the tangle

of grades and colleges that high school puts us through. I’ll always be reminded of literature classes whenever I see a new bird through a window.

During my years at Neev, I also had the opportunity to form some of my most special friendships and important memories. I can scarcely imagine next year, without chaotic (but most fun) sessions in the music club. Thank you to every member who made ICL one of my favourite times of the week. Physics classes would be incomplete without some of the best classmates I could ever ask for. Sia, thanks for being my forever studybuddy, I wouldn’t have gotten through without you. Aryaman and Tejas Naik, I’ll keep the (mostly accurate) physics notes on my tablet forever. Neha, you have really cool eyes (also, thanks for being an awesome and surprisingly relatable friend). Thank you to the french ab initio kids for ‘blessing’ our spanish class with your presence at the oddest of times. Urvashi, thank you for ‘doublehandedly’ keeping me afloat during the worst of times, I can always count on you. Finally, Yashmita, I’ll really miss our strange and long rants on the bus.

I must admit, leaving school and starting anew in college is scary. That being said, I know I’ll carry with me my fondest memories and learnings from school (whether academic or not) with me for a long time. So farewell Neev, only physically but never in spirit.

Sleep well and dream big, Samitha

Shaaunak Bajaj G 12B

As I prepare myself for university; Neev has literally been my second home. It’s been 15 years in this school and I have grown with this school. From shifting campuses to making new friends, Neev has always created a safe space for me. As my Neev journey comes to an end; stepping out of this safe space, there is always a sense of nervousness within. There have been times when the journey was a bit difficult, but as I look back there have been amazing moments to cherish and keep.

In these 15 years, I am forever grateful to my teachers who have helped me rediscover myself and have pushed me to step outside my comfort zone. I would like to thank Olwin sir, for always helping me with organizing and encouraging me to do better over the years. Thank you Miss Chaitra for tolerating and accepting my talkative nature. Miss Amita, your classes have always been cheerful and fun; making Spanish easier for me. Thank you Hareram sir for helping me find a liking towards math over the years, and Miss Vaishali your passion and zeal towards teaching never fails to motivate me. Thank you Sunit sir and Miss Neelam for your assistance throughout my economics journey. Lastly, I would also like to thank Miss Bishnupriya and Miss Parull for their time and effort; guiding me through my entire college application process and motivating me to improve in every field of life.

Finally, I would like to appreciate and thank my classmates who have been with me throughout my time at Neev. My memorise of Nagaland would be incomplete without thanking Aryaman

and Tejas Naik for the best times we have had. Arjun and Aryan shah, you have been literal brothers. I have known you for 14 years, and it’s very rare to find such a bond. Online classes and basketball games would have not been the same without Vishal’s humorous jokes and our lunchtime football games wouldn’t be complete without our shared laughter and camaraderie. It always amazes me to see how my friendship with Rishik has grown. From being strangers in 11th grade to now being such good friends I’m confident this is one such bond which would last for a long time.

I would like to end by saying thank you to each and everyone who have been with me throughout my Neev journey.

Cheers,

Shaaunak Bajaj

Sia Godika G 12B

“What are your plans for the summer?”

I have been asked this a dozen times now yet I don’t know the answer. Or rather I don’t want to know the answer because having an answer makes this end of this chapter even more real.

Everytime I begin to think, I feel whirlwinds punching my breath away. These thoughts of the future are like a carbonated drink upsetting the insides of my stomach, while promptly making me feel warm after. Is that excitement? Fear? Or perhaps it’s a mixture of both. I’m jumping into the next chapter much like that emoji which has its eyes closed and a broad smile conquering its face. I have no clue about what’s to hit me but I’m reassured that my teachers and friends have my back.

Particularly, I have to remember our therapy sessions with Miss Vaishali back in grade 10. I can’t deny, it was a stressful time. I’m sure it was stressful for Miss as well. But those short (and most times, extremely long) chats were one of the main things I looked forward to. I’m sure Miss is relieved that I’m going to be out of her class as I used to submit 800 practice essays to her per week, but she never failed to correct them even at her busiest. Thank you so much for inculcating an enjoyment (love is too much) for L&L.

From 10th grade itself, I also have to thank Miss Ainee for being such a proactive and caring Math teacher. Likewise, Prasad sir from 11th made math fun (shocking, I know). His demeanor was such that whenever he told us he was disappointed in our performance, instead of feeling

disheartened, I felt even more motivated to improve.

Coming to Arka sir, I remember my first impression of him was an incredibly smart and passionate scientist like Doc Brown from Back to the Future. Well, all of that is true but over time, I’ve also come to appreciate how understanding and patient he is. From his astrophysics metaphors which permeate all conversations of the galaxy like dark energy to his simply “chill” persona I can’t imagine doing Physics or the Breakthrough Challenge with any other teacher.

Of course, Miss Amita, I’ve never liked a 3rd language until Spanish so thank you so much for putting up with our class even after we stink up the room after lunch.

Miss Sheena, I want to speak about you outside of Psych class. Thank you for helping me, standing up for me, always reaching out, and truly taking on the form tutor role.

Sunit sir, I think I’ve laughed the most in your class. Econ class, London cab kinda cars > your yellow porsches.

To all the people I’ve bonded with, people in the grade below as well, you’ve made me who I am. If I begin naming, I’ll go on forever so I’ll start with Neha. From the coconut icecream to loudspeaker to our workout routine which we failed to follow after 2 workouts, thank you for giving me some of my most cherished DP memories.

From conversations under the stars of Nagaland, to explosive banter in Rajasthan and midnight cup noodles in Aurangabad, the Neev trips have been the most memorable.

Well, all that remains is this quote - “I am trying to communicate something incommunicable, to explain something inexplicable, to tell about something I only feel in my bones and which can only be experienced in those bones.” - Franz Kafka

I walked into Neev for the first time just over 6 years ago. It was the first time I had changed schools in my life, so I remember being very nervous back then. However, I did know one person at the school. Neil and I had been friends for years at that point, and he had joined a few weeks before the winter holidays. I made most of my friends on the first day through him. I remember still standing up before answering teachers, and instinctively calling them “Ma’am” instead of Miss. The awkwardness from those moments remains to this day.

What helped me integrate quickly into Neev was the first learning journey. I had only been in school about 2 weeks before we left for Gujarat, and I still have fond memories of the trip. One of the things I remember is becoming the unofficial dosa eating champion of the grade towards the end of the trip. I later went on to defend my title in Bandipur five years later, beating formidable competition in the process.

While I made friends with a lot of people in Neev over the years, there were some friendships that have endured. Neil, who i’ve known for 10-odd years, Ishaan, who i’ve known since birth, Tejas, who might be the single worst chess player imaginable, and Arav who made friends with me after seeing me looking at obamos memes. To this very day, he possesses the single worst physics score I have ever seen, a record I’m sure he is proud of. I would like to thank Ishaan, Tejas and Arav again, you lads have made my life special. You guys are some of the kindest and friendliest people I have ever known. Having friends like you

is something I will be eternally thankful for, and I hope we can remain close for many years to come.

A massive part of why I was able to thrive at Neev was the teachers. I would like thank Miss Soumya for helping me when I joined, Miss Ainee for helping me do well in MYP Math(I didn’t know what (a+b)2 was 2 months before the exam), Miss Nisha for persevering with me when I clearly had no musical talent, and negligible interest in the subject, Miss Bishnupriya for guiding me through college applications, and for always remaining optimistic about my college prospects even when I could not see the bright side, Miss Neelam for making me interested in economics, and Arka sir for helping me survive physics. I am sure there are other teachers I forgot to mention, but I hope every teacher I have had knows that they have shaped who I am today, and are the reason I am where I am in life.

Neev is a place I won’t forget. However, it isn’t just a place. It is a vault of memories and relationships forged over those six years. While I have had my fair share of bad memories during my time here, looking back those are almost entirely forgotten, or seem almost childish now. Looking back, it is all the good memories that remain, from the field trips, or from random moments that stand out. I’m sure I will make more friends and have more experiences down the line, but I hope that I don’t forget my time at Neev. It has unchangeably forged the person I am today, and its effect on my life will forever remain.

Be seeing you, Soham.

Soham G 12B

Tejas Ramineni G 12B

It’s truly remarkable how Neev has been a constant presence in my life since 2009, shaping not just my academic journey, but also fostering lifelong friendships and unforgettable experiences. Stepping into a Neev classroom for the first time felt like stepping into a second home, where teachers were mentors and classmates were family.

I vividly recall the early days, struggling through classes with Soham and Ishaan, navigating the challenges together and celebrating small victories. Despite failing classes and setbacks, our bond grew stronger, and we learned the true meaning of perseverance and support.

One of the fondest memories I hold dear is being part of the cartooning group Toon-x, alongside Tejas Reddy, Arjun Varma, and Dhruv Gupta. Our creative sessions were filled with laughter and imagination, and the friendships forged there are ones I cherish dearly.

Reflecting back, I can’t help but think of Miss Divya in 4th grade, whose passion for art ignited a spark within us all. She taught us the importance of nurturing creativity and staying connected to our artistic side, lessons that have stayed with me through the years.

And then there’s Miss Dorothy, whose unwavering support in math learning left a lasting impact on me. Her patience and dedication helped me overcome obstacles and instilled in me a newfound confidence in my abilities.

As I stand on the brink of a new chapter, I am filled with gratitude for the wonderful

teachers and classmates who have shaped my journey at Neev. From the bustling school trips to the quiet moments in the classroom, each memory holds a special place in my heart.

So here’s to Neev - a place that will

Vishal G 12B

I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to interact with and learn from so many supportive and inspiring people in my 5 years at Neev. From being the quiet, new kid in 8th grade, to the annoying, funny (I’m funny) one in 12th, I am grateful to Neev for helping me grow, thrive and come into my own.

I thank Arka sir for nurturing my love for Physics and for tolerating my overconfidence. I promise that it’s for comedic effect only sir. Also, my EE definitely deserved an A.

I thank Ms Vaishali for calling out my “well articulated BS” both academically and otherwise (I don’t think I’ve learnt very well though).

I thank Sunit sir for his word wizardry and his entertaining idiosyncrasies. I find your care-free, but committed attitude, and your reels very inspiring sir. I thank Ms Amita for exalting my already elevated self-confidence in the PTMs and for helping me appreciate the elegance of how the Spanish swear. I thank Ashwani sir for somehow making Chemistry fun, and Ujwal sir for challenging us in Math class.

I’ll remember my morning cricket discussions with Colin sir, and the trash-talk with Anand sir during basketball. Above all, I’ll remember Ms Bishnupriya and Ms Parull for always being welcoming and open, and accommodating my random visits to the SAC.

Lastly, I thank Rithwik, Sunav, Raghav

and all my other peers for allowing me to be myself.

Humanities Faculty

Row 1 (L-R): Saai

Sasidhar Patri, Priya Kerkar & Sheena Bhatnagar

Row 2 (L-R): Anju Rawat, Chaitra K S, Sunit Kumar & Priya Naidu

Row 1 (L-R): Sushmita Bhowmik, Bindu Pillai, Moumita Saha & Sai Bhavya Prabu

Row 2 (L-R): Alankar Pandit, Surbhi Bhargava, Subia Ahmad, Sangeeta Kataria, Ashwini Anil, Sailaja H, & Somdatta Mukherjee Row 3 (L-R): Ashwani Kumar Vivek, Manju Nair & Dr. Arka Moulik

Science & Design Faculty

Math Faculty

Row 1 (L-R): Anusha Shetty, Neeta Ramesh, Ruchi Prasad

Row 2 (L-R): Ainee Sajid, Hareram Agarwal, Ujwal Raj P

Music, Theater & Visual Arts Faculty

Row 1 (L-R): Pallavi Das, Jayeti

Bhattacharya, Arpit Panna, Vignesh Nair, Nisha Ann Sinha

Row 2 (L-R): Satvik Chenjeri, Karan Talgeri, Vineet Singh

Language & Literature Faculty

Row 1 (L-R): Navin Agarwal & Vaishali

Ghosh Basu

Row 2 (L-R): David Fernandez, Prerna Bidalia & Colin Leslie Kelman

Kumari

Vanhille & Vinita

Row 1 (L-R): Ritu

Row 2 (L-R): Shweta Pandey, Jyothsana Narasimhan & Amita Kotian

Row 3 (L-R): Rohini Pisupati, Siddharth Choudhary & Swati Srivatsava

Language Acquisition Faculty

Service As Action Team

Row 1 (L-R): Surbhi Bhargava, Kalpita Jain & Saai

Sasidhar Patri

Row 2 (L-R): Pallavi Das & Karan Talgeri

Prabu, Bindu Pillai & Sheena Bhatnagar

Row 1 (L-R): Sai Bhavya

Pisupati, Mr. Alankar Pandit & Mr. Ujwal Raj P

Row 2 (L-R): Rohini

Row 3 (L-R): Parull Khanna & Dr. Arka Moulik

Creativity, Activity & Service Faculty

Timetable & Exam

Cell Faculty

Row 1 (L-R): Evangeline White. S

Row 2 (L-R): Ruchi Prasad, Bindu

Pillai, Mary Assumptha B

Student Advancement Cell Faculty

Row 1 (L-R): Neha Mahesh, Parull Khanna & Olwin Veigas & Bishnupriya Dutta

Row 2 (L-R): Madhumanti Majumdar, Swapna

Harihara Subramanian, Tabeah Sperber, Sheetal Shah

Reading Faculty

Row 1 (L-R): Chandni

Sehmar, Karthika Gopalakrishnan & Uma Nigith

Row 2 (L-R): Vinita Mahesh, Samantha Kokkat, Uttam Basu, Sneha Sundar, Deepti Ganesh

1

2 (L-R):

Physical Education Faculty

Row

(L-R): Oliver Pius Dmello, Shivashankari P & Dawa Chokpa

Row

Ananda Kumar, Saseendran K, Jeeva S, Pravat Kumar Naik & Geetha Suresh

Row 1 (L-R): Suresh N, Gopan M P, Murugendra Badiger, Rajat Bhatnagar, Neeraja Konjetti,

Evangeline White S , Muniraja M

Row 2 (L-R): Krishnamoorthy M, Gautam S, Swathi B R, Raghunatha Reddy, Anuja Mujumdar, Mary Assumtha B, Esther Leena, Prajna Acharya, Shilpa B, Abhishek Atthavar , Shashikumar B S

Admin Team

Finance & Procurement

Team

Row 1 (L-R): Mallesh K M, Joesph Babola, Lakshmi K P, Prasanna Kumar

Row 2 (L-R): Satish Babu E, Aradya M, Anitha Rao, Srinivas Kamath

Admissions & Marketing Team

Row 1

(L-R): Gincy Benjamin, Kalpita Jain, Malini Venkatraman, Michelle Vinoy

George, Sanhita Dhar

IT Team

Row 1 (L-R): Muniraju

V., Tarun

Malkani, Gururaj Kulkarni, Sreejith S, Dileep N M

HR Team

Row 1 (L-R): Swati

Jhalani, Shipra Sharma, Akansha Jaiswal, Siddharth Rajeev

Teacher Education Network

Row 1 (L-R): Pavan Kumar, Ashika Thusu Samuel, Supriya Prakash

Student Government Executive Council

Student Government House Council

Row 2 L- R Nachiket Kulkarni, Ishaan Pokhriyal, Arjun Master Bose, Samarth Parakh Seated L-R Meher Bhunia, Jeet Punjabi, Neha Viswanath

L-R Amodini Waddehra, Ananya Gupta, Sanvi Sharma, Aarush Salwan, Lujayn Fazal, Aarush Gupta, Sayuri Menon, Dhruv Jain

Student Government Neev Times

Student Government Class Representatives

L-R Aditi Garg, Ananya Malde, Myra Nigam, Aida Sree, Sitara Rishikesh, Nihaal Singh Sehgal

Row 1 L-R Kyra Mittal, Sarayu Kumar, Azad Rishikesh, Neev Sama, Surya Ramakrishna, Kashvi Sigh, Zaaryan Tyagi, Ameya Harikrishna, Arin Jagtap Row 2 L-R Shenaya Bhattacharjee,Rohini Arya, Amulya Kumar, Weda Ganesh, Neel Nayak, Ira Sarda, Aarav Patel,Mihira Row 3 L-R Saakya, Tara Arora, Drishti, Srinidhi Sriram, Rishikesh Srivatsan, Pratyush Balaji

Row 4 L-R Vihaan Mishra, Zoya Kinra., Shrishti, Skanda Kashyap, Vivaan Narayan, Arihan Dhruva Reddy, Maithili Jha, Zohraab Krishnan

Sports Team

Athletics

U-10 Girls & Boys

Sports Team

Athletics U-12 Girls

Sports Team

Athletics U-12 Boys

Sports Team

Athletics U-14 Girls

Sports Team

Athletics U-14 Boys

Sports Team

Athletics

U-16 Girls

Sports Team

Athletics U-16 Boys

Sports Team

Athletics U-18 Girls & Boys

Sports Team

Basketball U-10 Girls

Sports Team

Basketball U-12 Boys

Sports Team

Basketball U-14 Boys

Sports Team

Basketball U-14 Girls

Sports Team

Basketball U-16 Boys

Sports Team

Basketball U-18 Girls

Sports Team

Basketball U-18 Boys

Sports Team

Football

U-10 Boys

Sports Team

Football U-12 Girls

Sports Team

Football U-12 Boys

Sports Team

Football U-14

Girls

Sports Team

Football U-14 Boys

Sports Team

Football U-16 Girls

Sports Team

Football U-18 Boys

Sports Team Swimming U-12

Girls

Sports Team

Swimming U-12 Boys

Sports Team

Swimming U-14 Girls

Sports Team

Swimming U-14 Boys

Sports Team Swimming U-16

Girls

Sports Team

Swimming U-16 Boys

Sports Team

Swimming U-18 Girls & Boys

Sports Team

Tennis U-10 Boys

Sports Team

Tennis U-12 Girls & Boys

Sports Team

Tennis U-14

Boys

Sports Team

Tennis U-16 Girls & Boys

Sports Team

Tennis U-18 Boys

JULY 2023

Back to school

Schools brim with excitement as students return for a new year, eager to learn. The joyful energy, from playful giggles to confident strides, reflects a shared passion for discovery. Together, we embark on another journey of exploration, new learning , and unforgettable experiences. Welcome back!

JULY 2023

Spirit of Neev Week - PYP

Celebrating Spirit of Neev Week in our Primary Years Programme!

An impactful week of collaborative learning, fostering relationships and purposeful reflections. Our PYP students immersed themselves in team-based experiences, reinforcing our Definition of Learning.

By reflecting and setting goals, they empowered themselves to become agentic learners. Excitement and insightful thinking filled the air as students built strong relationships and connection.

JULY 2023

Spirit of Neev WeekSenior School

The Spirit of Neev week set the stage for an extraordinary academic year 2023-24. Our students embarked on a transformative journey, embracing immersive experiences and inclusive connections. From captivating icebreakers to hands-on learning and engaging discussions, we fostered a vibrant community where reflection and goal-setting thrive. Witness the magic of interactive simulations and cutting-edge technology that made last week truly unforgettable.

JULY 2023

Investiture Ceremony

Highlights from Neev Academy’s Investiture ceremony! Honoring our young leaders who have been entrusted with responsibilities to inspire and lead the student community. Here’s to a promising year ahead, filled with growth, learning, and making a positive impact on our community.

JULY 2023

Parikrama Sports Day

We’re thrilled to share some incredible moments from a Sports Day organized by our high school students for primary grade students from Parikrama, a wonderful school in our community. It was an event filled with laughter, teamwork, and pure joy! Students from Parikrama showed their incredible athletic skills during the races and activities. It was heartwarming to witness the cheers, high-fives, and support shared among students from Neev and Parikrama.

The dedication and hardwork that went behind planning this day was totally worth it with the joy and cheer on every student’s face.

Together, we’re building a stronger and more inclusive community!

JULY 2023

Field Trip - ICSE

Our Grade 6-8 students, accompanied by G10 ICSE Art students, had an enriching extended and experiential learning experience at the Museum of Art and Photography (MAP). Guided by an educational expert from MAP, the students explored diverse art mediums and their historical significance. From interactive questions to profound discussions, they explored how different

art mediums bring life to artistic expressions and enrich the stories they tell. The learners eagerly immersed themselves in the historical significance of various materials, discovering how they play a pivotal role in shaping both the content and context of an artwork.The journey culminated in a fun workshop, inspiring them to create their own artwork and reflect on the transformative experience.

AUGUST 2023

Grade 1 Transition special assembly

Neev Academy warmly welcomed the new Grade 1 students into our vibrant learning community! It’s been a joy to see them seamlessly adapt to new routines and surroundings. These young explorers have eagerly embraced their journey of discovery, and their beaming smiles reflect the excitement of new beginnings and the joy of learning.

Independence Day AUGUST 2023

Celebrating Independence through unity and strength! For over seven decades, India’s unity, diversity, strength, and cultural richness have been showcased through Jhanki displays. At Neev, we continue this tradition with our House Jhankis—a vibrant tapestry of our strengths, aspirations, and unity. From the river’s flow to the spirit of our house mascots, from arts and culture to sports prowess, from intellectual brilliance to our cherished values, our House Jhanki tradition reflects the principles we hold dear: acceptance, trust, and unwavering support for all members. Let these glimpses of our celebration reignite the spark of unity and aspiration!

AUGUST 2023

Expert Talk- Ideas@Neev

Exploring the wonders of Science! At Neev Academy, students from grades 9 to 12 were captivated by an enlightening talk titled ‘Sun, Smoking and the Siamese Cat’. Our special guest, Professor Dr. Steve Minchin from the School of Biosciences at the University of Birmingham, delved into the fascinating world of mutations and their connections to sun exposure, smoking, and even Siamese cats! Let’s keep nurturing the spirit of curiosity and discovery together!

AUGUST 2023

MYP Grade 10 Learning Journey - Ladakh

Learning Journeys at Ladakh- where snow-capped peaks touch the azure lake of Pangong. A region of unique interconnectedness— where geography, culture, history, and local life fuse intricately. From Ganda La Pass to Indus-Zanskar confluence, our Grade 9 students embark on a journey of discovery, immersed in Expert Talks, SAA initiatives on the importance of conservation of snow leopards, other wildlife and vegetation, and transformative encounters with local life. Monasteries of Hemis and Thikshey unravel Ladakh’s rich cultural fabric. Amidst this enchanting landscape, students grasp the intricate threads of Tana-Bana, where one change sparks a symphony of effects. As students unravel Ladakh’s interdependence, they emphasize the need for sustainable approaches to development and conservation, revealing the remarkable interconnectedness of myriad ecosystems.

SEPTEMBER 2023

Teacher’s Day

Honoring our mentors, we gathered to celebrate the unwavering dedication, profound wisdom, and boundless passion of our teachers who inspire and guide our students every day. Their commitment to nurturing young minds and cultivating a love for learning is truly commendable.

In addition, we are thrilled to celebrate a decade of dedication from our esteemed Academic Team members. Their remarkable 10+ years of service at Neev exemplify their loyalty, hard work, and significant contributions to our institution. These individuals have played a pivotal role in shaping our academic environment and driving our mission forward.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our mentors and long-serving team members for their invaluable impact on our community. Your dedication is the cornerstone of our success, and we look forward to many more years of continued excellence and inspiration.

SEPTEMBER 2023

Career Day

Neev’s Career Day was a journey of discovery for students from Grades 1-12. Younger minds delved into understanding the world, while older students gained insights into college and beyond. From insightful panel discussions covering the ethics of tech and career paths, to wisdom-filled career talks on upskilling and entrepreneurship, hands-on experiences in sports science and AI, to

exploring educational pathways at university booths.The future holds boundless opportunities and limitless horizons for these empowered students, as they embark on their journeys with unwavering curiosity and confidence.

SEPTEMBER 2023

Aikyam

Neev Academy’s inaugural Aikyam event celebrates oneness through culture and sports! From September 4th to 6th, 10+ schools unite, spanning grades 4 to 12, for a remarkable showcase of talent and unity.

In the cultural arena, witness the electrifying “Battle of Bands” competition, where musical brilliance shines. In sports, catch fierce contests in football, swimming, basketball, and tennis, showcasing young athletes’ prowess and teamwork.

Aikyam is a celebration of harmony, diversity, and coming together as one.

SEPTEMBER 2023

Neev MUN

Reflecting on an incredible weekend at Neev Mun! The atmosphere was electric, the discussions were enlightening, and the connections made were priceless. From thought-provoking debates to inspiring speeches, every moment was a testament to the brilliance of our future global leaders.

SEPTEMBER 2023

PYP Field Trip

Grade 4Nandi Hills

Our grade 4 students had an amazing time exploring biodiversity at Nandi Hills on September 8, 2023. They discovered the interconnectedness of all living beings in this Cloud Forest Ecosystem, and learned about preserving habitats, symbiotic relationships, human impacts, and altitude’s effect on weather. Conservation strategies were a big focus, emphasizing interdependence and sustainability.

SEPTEMBER 2023

PYP Grade 5 Learning JourneyBylakuppe

Neev’s Grade 5 inquirers delved into the world of migration this month, exploring Bylakuppe, the secondlargest Tibetan settlement. Their visit to Sambohta School deepened their understanding of Tibetan culture, while interactions with parents and teachers highlighted migrant resilience. A visit to the Refugee camp and Monastery showcased migrant adaptation and contributions to their host country. Let’s celebrate the diversity and culture migrants bring to our community, echoing Isabel Allende’s words, ‘Migration is the great human adventure, the quest for opportunities and a better life.’

OCTOBER 2023

Neev Literature Festival

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Excitement builds for the Neev Literature Festival 2023! Parents and teachers gathered for a volunteer meeting, preparing for a weekend of stories that inspire, educate, and ignite imaginations.

Halloween OCTOBER 2023

On October 31st, Halloween brings joy to children everywhere. PYP students showcased their creativity with spooky props and costumes, participated in themed activities, and shared stories about Halloween traditions from around the world.

OCTOBER 2023

MYP Arts Spotlight

In the world of music, our Grade 6 students rocked the house with their exploration of Rock Music. Grade 7 took us on a visual journey with their stunning art creations, showcasing their newfound ways of seeing everyday objects and their inspiration from art history’s masters. Grade 8 had us in stitches with their Commedia Dell Arte theater spotlight. They delved into the world of comedy, shedding light on

important social issues with their wit and humor. From captivating music performances to stunning visual art exhibitions and brilliant theater spotlights, our students have left us in awe of their creativity and dedication.

NOVEMBER 2023

Diwali

Our vibrant community celebrated Diwali with a potluck, diya decoration, and rangoli creation. Laughter, tradition, and togetherness filled the air, embodying the spirit of the Festival of Lights.

NOVEMBER 2023

ICSE Grade 6 and 7 Field TripTemple visit for IDU Sanskriti Vaibhavam

Exploring the rich history and architecture of South Indian dynasties, our ICSE Grade 6 and 7 students engaged in the special inquiry “IDU Sanskriti Vaibhavam.” A field trip to Bangalore’s Someshwara, Kote Venkataramaswamy, and Bull temples, guided by INTACH expert Pankaj Modi, offered insights into iconography, sculpture, and symbolism. Unveiling the deep religious philosophy embedded in these marvels, students developed a profound appreciation and pride for India’s heritage.

NOVEMBER 2023

Children’s Day

An enchanting day unfolded at Neev Academy, resonating with the delightful echoes of laughter, harmonious songs, and boundless fun! The school morning special assembly became a burst of joy as teachers infused the atmosphere with lively acts and tunes, leaving bright smiles for their chdildren. The afternoon transformed into a lively Fun Fair, an incredible efforts by our parents who curated game stalls,

art engagements and food making. It was more than a celebration; it was a heart-warming gathering that brought the entire Neev community together in the spirit of joy and unity, marking a truly special Children’s Day!

NOVEMBER 2023

ICL- sneak peak for PYP

Neev Academy invited parents to experience its Individual and Collaborative Learning (ICL) sessions. This program offers immersive learning in a variety of Indian arts like Kathak, Carnatic music, and Kalaripayattu, providing a unique window into their child’s creative journey.

DECEMBER 2023

Sarvajeet Diwas

Neev’s Sarvajeet Diwas is truly a day when everyone wins! These two days were as eventful as it gets! The entire Neev community came together and displayed great zeal and zest on the field and track! Students across all grades participated in an array of events including a spectacular March Past display, followed by the jubilant Neev Band, as well as enthusiastic participation in the baton relay, the obstacle race and other sporting events! This year was extra special with not only parents and grandparents but also our Neev alumni joining in, adding their enthusiasm to the mix. Win or lose, Sarvajeet Diwas teaches us about teamwork, camaderie, leadership, and respect. Most importantly, it reminds us to savor the joy of the game! Here’s to another year of fostering friendships, learning life skills, and cherishing the unforgettable moments on and off the field!

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DECEMBER 2023

Christmas Bazar

Parents enthusiastically joined the Parent Choir during the school assembly on December 20th, embodying the Christmas spirit at Neev. Active participation of our parents and students in making Christmas Bazar, the fund rasing event successful was coomndable. Together with students, they set up festive stalls to raise funds for Parikrama, our NGO school. This vibrant event was part of a House competition, with parents volunteering to host bake sales, face painting, and more. The parent stall that earned the most added valuable points to their child’s House, bringing them closer to winning the coveted House Cup.

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DECEMBER 2023

Alumni Connect

Our first-ever alumni event, held during Neev Academy’s Sarvajeet Diwas, was a memorable celebration! Alumni from the 2019 batch onwards returned to participate in activities, including a spirited march past and an exciting past versus present tug-of-war. They shared their journeys at Neev, reflecting on how the school instilled confidence and prepared them to face challenges. Today, they continue to grow and

succeed in their respective endeavors. We are also thrilled to announce the launch of our Alumni Connect program, designed to foster strong relationships between current students and distinguished alumni.

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DECEMBER 2023

Grade 6 Learning JourneyGujarat

Neev’s Grade 6 students during their transformative Learning Journey through Gujarat! From expert talks to heritage walks, they explored Ahmedabad, Dasada, Modhera, Dholavira, Rann of Kutch, and Bhuj. Insights from Niki Shah and Jay Thakker, visits to iconic places, and workshops enriched their perspectives. The expedition fostered an

understanding of concepts like growth and equity. Back in school, they’ll turn experiences into a dual-perspective picture book, shaping future actions.

DECEMBER 2023

Grade 7 Learning JourneyAmritsar and Dharamshala

Our Grade 7 students got immersed in India’s vibrant culture and history during their learning journeys to Amritsar and Dharamshala. From Jallianwala Bagh to the Wagah border, and the Golden Temple to

Dharamshala’s Tibetan haven, the journey fostered their appreciation for sacrifices, unity, and the delicate balance of freedom.

DECEMBER 2023

Grade 8 Learning JourneyRajasthan

Unveiling Rajasthan’s Rich Tapestry: Our Grade 8 students embarked on an 8-day Learning journey, breaking stereotypes and exploring history, culture, and identity. From Jaipur to Jaisalmer, they decoded hidden signs and are now crafting a travel documentary on the “Dangers of a single story”

JANUARY 2024

Makar Sankranti

Soaring high on unity and traditions, the Neev community came together today to celebrate Makar Sankranti in a vibrant tapestry of colors, flavors, and cultural exchanges. From kite-flying in Gujarat to Tilgul sweetness in Maharashtra, from Lohri’s musical glimpses from Punjab to Pongal gratitude in Tamil Nadu, every part of India found its place at Neev. Our school transformed into a festive space with

traditional decorations, kite making, Sankranti delicacies, and cultural activities, creating lasting memories and embracing the diverse spirit of our community.

JANUARY 2024

PYP spotlight

Soaring high on unity and traditions, the Neev community came together today to celebrate Makar Sankranti in a vibrant tapestry of colors, flavors, and cultural exchanges. From kite-flying in Gujarat to Tilgul sweetness in Maharashtra, from Lohri’s musical glimpses from Punjab to Pongal gratitude in Tamil Nadu, every part of India

JANUARY 2024

Expert TalkIdeas@Neev

Our DP students engaged in a fascinating session with Prof. Surya Banerjee from Waterloo University’s Centre for Mathematics and Computing (CEMC) where they explored the intriguing world of Game Theory and its realworld applications.

FEBRUARY 2024

PYP Gallery walk

From matter manipulation to economic systems, our Gallery Walk was a journey through grades 1 to 4! Grade 1 explored matter & materials, Grade 2 delved into forces & simple machines, Grade 3 investigated life cycles, and Grade 4 delved into economic systems. What a showcase of learning! #PYP #GalleryWalk

FEBRUARY 2024

Expert TalkIdeas@Neev

Thrilled by the engaging dialogue with Tarun Mehta at Neev Academy! Students dove deep into the EV revolution, exploring Ather Energy’s journey of innovation and sustainability. A truly inspiring session that sparked curiosity and passion for a cleaner, greener future.

FEBRUARY 2024

ICSE farewell

It was a special day at Neev Academy as we bid farewell to the ICSE Batch of 2024, who will soon appear for their Grade 10 board exams. The students, teachers and the leaders at Neev came together to wish them as they step out of the school armed with the values of Grit, Honor and Grace. The program was a heart-warming expression of the deep bond that we form with our students as they grow. Here’s wishing them good luck!

FEBRUARY

2024

Read aloud week

As a community that believes strongly in the power of reading, we have seen students, parents, and teachers delight in engaging with the read-alouds as a part of World ReadAloud Week each year. This is our week-long celebration at Neev Academy to mark the occasion of World Read-Aloud Day on Feb 7, a day when millions of people around the world come together to share the joy of reading.

FEBRUARY 2024

Neevotsav Grade 1 to Grade 3

The day captured the enchanting spirit of Neevotsav 2024, where each day was filled with mesmerizing stories and performances from Grades 1, 2, and 3. From the mischievous Anansi and the heartwarming Rainbow Fish to the whimsical adventures of Pinocchio and the cosmic journeys of timeless classics like ‘Alice in Wonderland,’ ‘The Wizard of Oz,’ and ‘Around the World in Eight Days,’ our students brought to life the values of compassion, camaraderie, and creativity. Relive the magic of storytelling and the joy of community through this celebration of imagination and unity.

FEBRUARY 2024

Keystone exhibition (PYP,

MYP, DP, ICSE)

Keystone Projects Exhibition at Neev Academy brought together the learning community, including other schools, Neev parents and grandparents, to witness a full continuum of project-based learning. Students in the terminal grades of the primary years programme (PYP), middle years programme (MYP), and the diploma programme (DP) presented the impact of each of their projects in meeting the learning goals of an IB education and a Neev education. These projects offered the greatest scope to see Neev’s definition of learning in action.

FEBRUARY 2024

Grade 11 Learning

Journeys North East

Our Grade 11 learning journey took us to the enchanting northeastern states of Nagaland and Manipur, where we explored the wonders of nature and the rich tapestry of history. This year, students delved into what it means to be Indian, amidst the region’s ethnic diversity, languages, and indigenous knowledge. The itinerary included the vibrant Hornbill Festival, setting the stage for discussions on culture and identity against a backdrop of biodiversity and natural beauty. Through treks, intellectual challenges, and social awareness activities, students deepened their understanding of India’s grandeur and complexity.

Language day MARCH 2024

Language Day was a vibrant celebration of the school’s multicultural community. Students and families participated in performances, food displays, and cultural activities representing their diverse heritage. The event highlighted the importance of language and culture in shaping student identity.

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MARCH 2024

ArtX

Art X at Neev celebrated the artistic brilliance of our Grade 10 ePortfolio students in Music, Visual Art, and Theatre. Over three months, they immersed themselves in artistic exploration and presented their unique perspectives on how art bridges people across time and space. The event featured captivating music performances, a diverse visual arts exhibition, and powerful theatre productions, highlighting the interconnectedness of our world through art. Music students presented original compositions across genres, showcasing individual and collaborative talents. Visual Arts students displayed works influenced by themes of interconnection, using styles like Impressionism and Surrealism. Theatre students performed pieces exploring diverse cultures and styles, highlighting interconnectedness and fostering transformative change. The event captured imaginations and demonstrated the power of art to unite us.

MARCH 2024

Grade 4 & 5 Learning JourneyHampi

Fourth graders embarked on a captivating learning journey to Hampi, India. Guided by experts, they explored ancient ruins, temples, and historical sites, uncovering the rich history and culture of the region. Activities like scaling a hill for scenic views and participating in mock excavations fostered a spirit of exploration and discovery in the students.

MARCH 2024

Grade 5 Learning Journey- Delhi

A captivating learning journey to Delhi exposed Neev Academy’s Grade 5 students to India’s rich history and vibrant culture. From exploring ancient Mughal sites like Humayun’s Tomb to savoring traditional street food in Chandni Chowk, the trip offered a multi-

faceted experience. Expert guides helped students delve into Delhi’s historical layers, while interactions with storytellers fostered an appreciation for diversity and national identity.

Eureka APRIL 2024

Eureka, a three-day celebration of curiosity, eloquence, literary excellence, and scientific inquiry. From delving into the depths of science to debating complex issues, from exploring the world of literature to honing writing skills, Eureka offered students a platform to discover their own ‘Eureka moments.’ Just like the triumphs of great minds such as Dr. Chandrashekhar, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Begum Rokeya, and R.K. Narayan, whose contributions to science, debate, literature, and writing have left an indelible mark on history, our students showcased their knowledge, critical thinking, and creativity in various competitions and workshops. Through this event, we celebrate not just the winners, but the spirit of inquiry and learning that defines Eureka. Here’s to many more ‘Eureka moments’ and the pursuit of knowledge that continues beyond these three days!

Srijaneev APRIL 2024

Our students from Grade 4 to 8 stole the show at SrijaNeev with an array of performances showcasing their skills in Indian performing art forms - Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kalaripayattu, flute, world of rhythm, violin, Carnatic music and Hindustani music.

From heartwarming musical numbers to beautiful choreographies, the morning as promised was filled with talent, dedication and creativity.

APRIL 2024

Spirit of Neev Awards

Neev Academy celebrated student achievement across various academic disciplines at its Spirit of Neev Awards. Students from elementary, middle, and high school were recognized for excellence in spelling, reading, science, writing, debate, and

project-based learning. The event highlighted the school’s commitment to fostering well-rounded students who excel academically.

APRIL 2024

GraduationClass of 2024

Congratulations to the Class of 2024! ��

The world is interconnected.

You only go far when you go together. Seek happiness, health and impact. Don’t define success as being rich, thin or good-looking. Never forget who you are and where you came from. Your actions, your decisions will tell us whether we were good ancestors.

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FarewellClass of 2024 APRIL 2024

As your academic journey at Neev comes to an end, you will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Your laughter, achievements, and the countless memories we’ve shared will always be cherished. The gates of Neev will always remain open for you, dear graduates, welcoming you back with open arms whenever you wish to return. Carry the spirit of Neev with you as you embark on your new journeys, knowing that you will always be a part of our family.

Ideas@Neev APRIL 2024

Lant Pritchett is a prominent development economist known for his work on education, economic growth, and poverty reduction. He has served as a professor at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University and has worked extensively with the World Bank. Pritchett emphasizes practical solutions to development challenges, often critiquing traditional approaches in international development.

This session featured a stimulating discussion moderated by Mr. Manish Sabharwal, whose expertise extends beyond human resources

to include significant contributions to policy discussions on labor regulation and education reform in India. The topic discussed was “Why are Countries Rich or Poor? The Role of Institutions of the State in Fostering Development.” This topic was chosen due to the strong interest in economics, especially development economics, among Neev students.

The session aimed to expose students to diverse economic perspectives and gather Professor Pritchett’s insights on India’s development prospects. It provided an opportunity to deepen their understanding of how economic theories apply to specific national contexts, enhancing their educational journey and future opportunities in economics.

Grade 11 Field Trip - National Centre for Biological Sciences

On April 15, 2024, Grade 11 students visited the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS). This field trip aimed to explore the Theory of Knowledge (TOK) areas, focusing on the construction and deconstruction of knowledge in Natural Sciences and Mathematics. At NCBS, students interacted with Dr. Mukkund Thattai and Dr. Deepa Agashe, who are distinguished scientists in cell biology and evolutionary biology. Dr. Agashe highlighted the role of intuition and imagination in scientific inquiry, while Dr. Thattai emphasized the importance of specialization and deep exploration within a specific field.

At ICTS, Dr. Samuel, a Simons Visiting Professor, discussed knowledge dynamics in physics and mathematics, highlighting interdisciplinary collaboration’s role in advancing scientific understanding. His insights enriched students’ awareness of knowledge construction and the relationship between disciplines. This educational excursion deepened students’ comprehension of Indian scientific practices and challenges, intersecting with TOK Natural Sciences and illustrating the interplay of intuition, evidence, and disciplinary boundaries.

MAY 2024

PYP Art Spotlight & Gallery walk

To celebrate the culmination of units of inquiry in the academic year, our Grade 1 inquirers confidently presented connections between evidence, history, and identity at the ‘Identity Mela’. Grade 2 students demonstrated their understanding of structural design, Grade 3 learners highlighted the importance of water conservation, and our Grade 4 students showcased their storytelling skills through a role play. Our senior most students of PYP- fifth graders created mixed-media collages and watercolor paintings and showcased their art skills through an Art Gallery . It was heartening to witness the progression of knowledge, skills and understanding among our young inquirers throughout the year.

MAY 2024

ICSE Drama & Art Exhibition

The Neev community enjoyed an impressive showcase of art and drama by our ICSE students. The art exhibition, “Fragments of Reality,” featured student artworks inspired by everyday life and objects, utilizing techniques such as monochromatic composition and figure drawing. In the drama performances, themed “Resilience in Unity,” students presented self-written plays on topics like missile attacks, poverty, and war, highlighting their determination and unique perspectives.

MAY 2024

Grade 10 ICSE Learning JourneyGudalur

Grade 10 ICSE students explored identity on their learning journey to Gudalur, visiting five villages and interacting with Adivasi tribes in the Nilgiris Biosphere. They were inspired by the community’s resilience, particularly in the community-run hospital and school. Students learned about the tribes’ culture, education, and challenges, participating in traditional games and activities. A visit to Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary and sessions on tribal development and entrepreneurship provided deeper insights. The trip culminated in heartfelt reflections, making it an impactful experience shaping their perspectives.

Friendly Tennis Tournament

Parents and our budding tennis stars participated in a thrilling parent-child tennis tournament. They signed up according to their skill level - a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player, there was a place for all on the court. Matches were organized between players of these categories, ensuring that everyone has a chance to shine. But there was an extra twist! All matches were doubles, and our talented students, matched by skill level, served as parents’ doubles partners!

Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition

The theory of knowledge exhibition is an important milestone in the DP calendar, as it marks a stage where students display their metacognitive skills by engaging with knowledge questions, such as ‘What is the relationship between personal experience and knowledge?’, or ‘What role does imagination play in producing knowledge of the world?’ Students address a selected prompt via three objects. This year there were a variety of objects including several holy books, gauges and instruments, shells, original songs and paintings. The ToK exhibition is a community event, which includes parents, grandparents, teachers, friends and peers. Students engaged with their audience, showing them how the objects they have selected help illuminate the prompt. The ultimate aim of the exhibition was visible: to show how this subject, theory of knowledge, manifests in the world around us.

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