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Delhi Public School, R. K. Puram

History Delhi Public School R.K. Puram is one of the most prestigious schools in India. Founded as a Public School in 1972 in New Delhi, it is a private institution run by the Delhi Public School Society. Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which is the largest educational board in the country. It is recognized by the Department of Education, Govt. of NCT Delhi and the Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India. Over 5000 schools in India, with over 80,000 students, are members of the Board. The school is also affiliated to the Indian Public Schools' Conference (IPSC), and the National Progressive Schools' Conference (NPSC). The members of these organisations include some of the premier schools in the country. Life at DPSRKP centres on a shared commitment to academic excellence, intellectual growth, art, athletics, high standards of ethical awareness, sportsmanship, and community service. The school's traditions and accessibility to a broad curriculum add

depth to each students life. The school upholds the founders' commitment to excellence in all fields, with emphasis on its motto Service Before Self. School Profile DPS R.K. Puram is a co-educational day-cum-boarding school, with approximately 9,500 students on its rolls. These children, in the Junior and Senior branches, study in the three different campuses at East of Kailash, Vasant Vihar and R.K.Puram. The school is among the most distinguished members of the Delhi Public School Society. It is a path breaker in the pursuit of excellence. Its endeavour of integrating quality with quantity is reflected in the pivotal role it has played in the setting up of DPS Vasant Kunj, DPS Faridabad and DPS Manali at the national level. It has also promoted three schools abroad in Kuwait, Nepal and Indonesia. As their Linking School it also co-ordinates their activities. The school has also extended its expertise further and in collaboration with the Government of Haryana, has taken up 3 Schools in the under-privileged area of Mewat, to augment and enhance their standards and make them more conducive to teaming. The school considers education to be a life-long process which should have a strong foundation. The goal of the school is to inculcate in the students a love for learning and a desire to excel at every level. The school also aims at equipping the students with the intellectual and practical skills that are necessary to meet the challenges in the future. To sum up, the mission of Delhi Public School R.K. Puram is "to open doors and open minds" and prepare the ground for the future of the nation. Our Culture In the portals of Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram students discover their own talents, and get an opportunity to develop them to the fullest. The school provides an invigorating and competitive atmosphere, created by excellent facilities and guidance provided by a highly qualified and dedicated faculty. The values, which are ingrained help to promote confidence, direction, and critical thinking skills, leading to the development of well-adjusted, adaptable and integrated personalities. In other words, DPS R.K. Puram offers comprehensive and holistic education. Besides being committed to academic excellence and providing education for all round development, another special characteristic of DPS R.K. Puram is the appreciation of the worth of the each student. The School is equally committed to the under-represented and less-privileged segments of the population, such as gifted applicants whose parents could not attend

school, and children with high potential facing difficult financial circumstances. A major landmark development has been the inclusion of the physically and mentally handicapped children into the mainstream of school life. This contributes to a strong sense of community life, so characteristic of the school. In other words, children belonging to every strata of society are given the opportunity to study here. The school, does not in any way, discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, caste or creed, in the implementation of its admission policy. These qualities have placed DPS R.K. Puram on the forefront. There has been a continuity of purpose, underlying the change and growth of the School. Over the years, DPS R.K. Puram has steadily reflected a spirit of innovation in response to need, and has broadened its educational mission, by creating an academic environment that fosters close association and the exchange of ideas with some of the top schools in the nation and the world. Its membership with the IPSC (Indian Public School's Conference) has brought it into regular interaction with schools of national standing such as Mayo College, Ajmer; Scindia School, Gwalior; The Doon School, Dehradun; Bishop Cotton, Simla Hills; St. Xavier's and La-Martiniere at Calcutta; which has further inculcated a healthy spirit of competition and strong bonds of brotherhood, conducive to national integration. All the academic programs and activities at DPS R.K. Puram work towards one purpose - to help students develop lives of significance for themselves and for others, true to the traditions of the School Motto "Service Before Self". Academics At Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, Education for Life, Excellence in Education and Commitment to a meaningful Education are of prime importance. Quality education is provided to each and every child. DPS believes that love for education should be developed for children in initial years and conditions should be created for them to pursue a positive approach in life. A unidirectional teaching method is being increasingly substituted by a multidirectional group workshop method. Here the teacher becomes the group co-ordinator initiating work, nurturing students without the phobia of examinations and homework. Development of oral and written expression is emphasized upon. Home assignments are not a carry-over of classwork but oriented towards honing individual talents. Accreditation Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which is the largest educational board in the country and is duly recognized by the Department of Education, Government of

NCT Delhi. Curriculum The School has students enrolled from grade 6 to grade 12. In the 11th and 12th all students prepare for the All India Senior School Certificate Examination (also a national exam). The students are offered the following combinations of subjects: Streams Offered Science: English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Economics/Computer Science/Bio-Tech Commerce: English, Mathematics/Informatics Practices, Economics, Accountancy, Business Studies Humanities: o English - Compulsory (Subject Option 1) o Psychology/Sociology/Mathematics (Subject Option 2) o History/Geography/Mathematics (Subject Option 3) o Political Science/Psychology/Geography (Subject Option 4) o Economics/Sociology/Political Science/Multimedia and Web Technology/Hindi (Subject Option 5) Ranks and Honours Delhi Public School R. K. Puram does not rank its students. However, an average ranking on the basis of percentiles is often done to facilitate college admission procedures. Academic ability is recognized in the form of a 'Scholar Badge', which is given to students who achieve over 80% in their examinations. Students who get above 80% for three consecutive years receive a 'Blue Blazer', and those who get above 80% for six consecutive years receive a 'Blue Tie'. If they graduate with above 80% they are awarded a Gold Medal by the School.

DPS Society
Website: http://www.dpsfamily.org Delhi Public Schools, with the motto "Service Before Self", have been serving the Society in the field of education for the last 56

years. There are presently as many as 139 schools under its aegis, both in and outside India. The growing number of schools under this umbrella signifies how the need to provide meaningful education, to a large number of children, desirous of growing into educated and liberated human beings, has been fulfilled. Founded and managed by distinguished members and luminaries of society, culled from the various walks of life, the organization has always guided its member schools on the path of progress with their visionary approach & lofty ideas. Consequently, Delhi Public Schools have become significant portals of learning and growth for young minds. Our credo is to provide an all round development and a sound moral base. Fostering character building and nurturing the inquisitive spirit of children, encouraging scientific temperament & strengthening social bonds, are our constant endeavours. Surging ahead with a spirit of healthy competition, balancing a successful career teamed with a contented life, is the gift we give to all our children. Guiding us in this effort of ours is Mr. Ashok Chandra, Chairman DPS Society, who is our constant beacon and source of strength. School PhilosophyThe schools of the DPS Society are centres where : We aim to preserve and enhance the highest standards of excellence and prepare generations for the 21st century. DPS students are helped to master the expanding horizons of technology and also become the repository of a deep commitment to Indian ethos and culture in its pristine form. DPS students are equipped to access the best opportunities of growth and advancement by being prepared linguistically and culturally for them. The concept of enlightened citizen of the world will be the backdrop of all their endeavours. DPS Students will be carefully sensitized to environmental concerns, the feeling of nationalism and communal harmony. DPS schools are available to the best minds at the most reasonable and affordable cost. No deserving and talented child will find the doors of DPS closed because of financial disability. Special efforts are made through resource centres for children with special needs. Education of the marginalised children is being ensured through non-formal learning centres, DPS Shikhsa Kendras.

The DPS Society is a non-profit, non-proprietary educational body widely recognised for its progressive approach and commitment to excellence. Distinction and diversity are the twin hallmarks of our philosophy; educational leadership and scholarly achievement, our mission. Strong in tradition we have evolved as a matrix of networking among the state, national and international educational institutions. History In the last fifty-two years DPS has produced a galaxy of eminent men and women, who have brought glory to it, not only in India but abroad as well. From a small beginning in the President's Estate in 1941 as Church High School to Naveen Bharat School in 1947 and finally in 1949 at its present location on Mathura road, DPS has traversed a long journey. The birth of a new nation in 1947, was in a

way the beginning of DPS (called Naveen Bharat then). A momentous time in the history of our nation, when a beginning was made to fulfil a social, national need. DPS was a not a silent witness to the trials and tribulations of the growing metropolis, but contributed richly to the growth of the capital, especially its academic and intellectual progress. DPS Mathura Road was the only DPS till 1972. But the parent DPS was ready to spread its wings. The many off-springs, 95 schools as on 1st September 2002, that followed from R.K.Puram in 1972 are simple assertions of the strength that is DPS. Yet what has remained unchanged is the desire to achieve and excel. It has been said, "It is good to have an end to journey towards, but it is the journey that matters, in the end." The involvement of the Society in universal educational enhancement and its endeavor to build a democratic, pluralistic and secular nation has made all the difference. It is no more a question of lighting a candle here or there; it is an attempt at total electrification. The whole world has begun to glow with the light of literacy radiated by the Delhi Public School Society. A Holistic Approach to Education For almost five decades, the Society has developed with a spirit and a vision. Today its stands as a 'citadel of learning', and a harbinger of 'Quality Consciousness' committed to developing the minds and initiative of children. The vitality of the classrooms, the energy of the playing fields and the open friendliness of the work environment, have enabled its students to reach their fullest potential whether it is securing distinctions in the Board examinations or winning accolades in drama, debates, quizzes or sports. The special character of the DPS Society has shaped the destinies of each individual entering its folds. Our Vision Schools of the Delhi Public School Society are places where The intellectual, social, emotional, physical, spiritual and aesthetic development of the students is fostered to enhance their quality of life. Student achievement is acknowledged and celebrated within the schools and the community. Students are prepared for active, independent learning in an environment which fosters a spirit of enquiry and keen competition. Students are encouraged to contribute to decisions about their own future through school appointments and school organizations, career guidance and counselling services, that help them crystallize their goals. There is a high level of co-operation and support between the parents and the schools.

Quality Management Quality in both academic responsibilities and accomplishments is excellence that endures. The DPS Society, as the nation's largest collaborator of national and international educational enterprise has evolved a system of education based on both progress and partnership, with a qualitative dimension that is shared. This in essence is its goal, its strategy and its mission. Student Government The student government is headed by two head boys and two head girls, and includes the Student' Council, the Cultural Society, the Debating Society, the Quizzing Club, the Environment Club and the Social Service League, with each body having a president a secretary and members. There is also an Editorial Board, comprising of Editors, Deputy Editors, Art Editors, Special Correspondents and Photo Editors, which brings out the annual school publication Dips Diary, every year.

Faculty
The faculty of Delhi Public School R.K. Puram shapes its special character. Each faculty member is both a teacher and a scholar, an expert in his or her own field. The faculty of Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram consists of 220 full time highly qualified teachers, who have extensive teaching experience in their respective fields. Each staff member also imbibes the DPS culture and ethos, which is the thread that binds the entire teaching fraternity of the DPS Society. This academic community not only imparts instruction through the regular teaching periods, it also engages students in a variety of other ways, whether it is to conduct the morning assembly, bring out school publications, arrange and participate in cultural shows, or just simply arrange visits. All teachers are also involved in some school activity, as House Wardens, Class Reps, the Environment Council, Editorial Board, Cultural Department or Sports, to name a few. In fact, all teachers also share membership with students on various committees, school houses, and supervise individual or small-group research projects. The opportunities for formal and informal relationships with the DPS faculty are plentiful and rewarding, resulting in lifelong friendships as well as professional mentorship that shape students' lives and careers. Teaching Style Students learn through teacher instruction, group activities and field trips. Seminars and workshops also form an integral part of the School Curriculum. Teachers use a student-centered style which instills confidence, initiative, and the development of critical and analytical skills.

Guest Speakers are also invited to the schools to familiarize the students on various academic, scientific, social and cultural issues.

Dr. D.R. Saini Principal

Email: saini.dr@gmail.com

Mrs. Shobha Mehta Vice Principal

Mr. Mukesh Kumar Supervisor

Email: ikkumpal@gmail.com

Ms. Vanita Sehgal Headmistress

Mrs. Anita Singh Headmistress

Infrastructure

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School Blocks o A-Block o B-Block o C-Block o D-Block o E-Block o F-Block o HS-Block o HB-Block o Circular Block o Blossoms Block Laboratories o Technology Labs Computer Labs Web Resource Centre Robotics Lab

Auditorium Studio Seminar Room Open Air Theatre Sports Complex Music Centre Art Rooms o Batik Room o Commercial Art Room o Sculpture Room Assembly Ground Shops o Book Shop o Uniform Shop Transport Department Estate Department

Mathematics Lab Electronics Lab o General Science Labs General Science Lab Chemistry Labs Physics Labs Biology Labs Biotechnology Lab Libraries o Senior Library o Junior Library

School Reception Clinic Hostels o Boys Hostel o Girls Hostel Staff Rooms o Senior Staff Room o Junior Staff Room Canteens