On 30th September, the Eco-club leaders from Grade 9B represented our school at the prestigious SRISHTI 4.0 Water Conservation, 2026 inter-school Science exhibition, held at SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Nerul, captivating visitors and judges alike with an inspiring, hands-on demonstration on Aquaponics.  The participants from the school were Mst. Shivansh Shukla, Mst. Veer Gaikawad,  Ms. Advika Upadhyay. They were mentored and guided by Ms. Deepa Banerjee.

Around 58 schools, junior colleges from the regions of Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Raigad had participated in the exhibition. The Chief Guest for the Awareness Session was Mr. Subhajit Mukherjee, Founder of Har Ghar Jal Sanchay Abhiyan and Mission Green India. The judges were Dr. Daya Tilwe (an academician and researcher who served as the Head of the Department of Botany at the ICLES Motilal Jhunjhunwala College, in Vashi, Navi Mumbai) and Ms. Rasika Shastri (Manager at SFC Environmental Technologies Pvt. Ltd).

Innovating for a Greener Tomorrow

Aquaponics is a closed-loop, soil-less farming method that combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants in water that is soil-free farming). By harnessing natural biological cycles, beneficial bacteria convert fish waste into nutrient-rich food for plants, while the plants naturally filter and purify the water before it flows back to the fish tank.

Our Grade 9 team designed and presented a fully functional working model, demonstrating how this eco-friendly system uses up to 90% less water than traditional soil farming while producing both fresh produce and organic protein. 

Exhibition Highlights

• Working Closed-Loop System: Visitors observed how water is continuously drawn through a biofilter, where beneficial bacteria break down waste into usable nutrients, before being recirculated back into the system by a mini water pump, maintaining a self-sustaining cycle. Plastic fish were used within the model to visually represent aquatic organisms and simulate a realistic pond/aquarium ecosystem, allowing visitors to
  • understand how biological filtration and nutrient cycling support aquatic life in a continuously circulating water system. 
  • Interactive Presentations: Students explained complex biological concepts—including the nitrogen cycle, pH balance, and microbial activity—with impressive clarity and confidence.
  • Real-World Impact: The presentation tackled modern urban farming challenges, emphasizing land scarcity, water conservation, and climate-resilient agriculture.

  Honorable mentions:

  Mst. Parijat Dawn and Mst. Gregory Fernandes of grade IX B also contributed to the designing and development of the project. Ms. Annamani also gave her valuable help and expertise towards building the model.

  Looking Ahead

  The project earned praise from the judging panel for its scientific rigors, creative design, and environmental relevance. Congratulations to our Grade 9 students for their outstanding performance and for carrying the torch of sustainable innovation!

   

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The English Department of Convent of Jesus and Mary International School, Kharghar, organised an engaging Inter-House Debate Competition on 28 September 2026 in the School Hall. The event brought together students from Grades 8, 9 and 10, who witnessed an inspiring exchange of ideas, arguments and perspectives.

The topic for the debate was “In today’s world, fitting in matters more than thinking for oneself.” The competition witnessed a thought-provoking clash between Yellow House, speaking for the motion, and Blue House, speaking against the motion. The participants displayed confidence, clarity of thought and a commendable ability to present and defend their viewpoints.

The speakers were assessed on various parameters, including Content and Knowledge, Argumentation and Reasoning, Rebuttal and Counter, Evidence, Organisation and Coherence, Delivery and Communication, Engagement and Persuasiveness, and Time Management. The judges for the competition were Ms. Neha Chaurasia, Business Studies Faculty, and Ms. Susanna Rolston, English Faculty, whose observations and evaluation ensured a fair and meaningful competition.

The event was skilfully anchored by Vaidehi Agrawal of Grade 9B and Reeva Shinde of Grade 9A, who guided the audience through the proceedings with confidence and enthusiasm. The Vote of Thanks was proposed by Arpita Sharma of Grade 9A, who expressed gratitude to the judges, teachers, participants and students for contributing to the success of the event.

The competition concluded with Blue House emerging as the winner. Gauravi Patil of Grade 9B was adjudged the Best Speaker from Blue House, while Larren Dsouza of Grade 9A was recognised as the Best Speaker from Yellow House.

The debate proved to be a valuable learning experience, encouraging students to think critically, articulate their ideas effectively, respect differing viewpoints and respond confidently under pressure. It was a vibrant celebration of the power of words and the importance of independent thought, logical reasoning and effective communication.

Our little learners of Prep explored the wonders of air through an engaging Show and Tell activity.The children brought pictures and objects related to air, such as balloons, fans, kites and windmills, and confidently spoke a few lines about the properties and uses of air. They shared how air helps us to breathe, how it moves things and how it is all around us though we cannot see it.It was wonderful to see our young speakers express their thoughts with such enthusiasm and clarity. The activity not only enriched their knowledge about the importance of air but also helped boost their confidence and speaking skills.

An Entrepreneurship activity titled “Dream It. Design It. Promote It.” was conducted by the
subject teacher Ms Lorina Fernandes for the students on Thursday, 23rd September 2026. The
objective of the activity was to encourage students to develop their entrepreneurial thinking,
creativity, innovation, and marketing skills.
As part of the activity, students were asked to design a poster or digital advertisement for a
business of their choice. They were encouraged to create a unique business name, logo, slogan,
and attractive presentation of their product or service.
The students enthusiastically participated in the activity and showcased their creative ideas
through colourful and innovative designs. They used various materials such as sketch pens,
colour pencils and markers to make their posters visually appealing. Students who opted for
digital designs presented colourful printouts of their advertisements.
The activity provided students with an opportunity to understand the importance of branding,
advertising, product presentation, and effective communication in entrepreneurship. It also
helped them explore how creative advertising can attract customers and create a strong identity
for a business.
Overall, the activity was interactive, engaging, and successful, with students demonstrating great
enthusiasm, originality, and entrepreneurial spirit.
“Dream It. Design It. Promote It.” — Turning creative ideas into business opportunities