Ehimay Shankar, a student of Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, and a member of The InnoPreneurs Club, participated in the prestigious Young Innovator’s Program 2025, an internship initiative organised by Hero MotoCorp, India’s leading two-wheeler manufacturer.

This immersive program selected only 28 students from across Delhi NCR, providing them a unique opportunity to explore the world of innovation and enterprise. Over the course of the internship, participants were introduced to key concepts such as design thinking, branding, and market research through expert-led sessions and practical exposure.

A key highlight of the program was the industrial visits to Hero MotoCorp’s Dharuhera and Gurgaon plants, where students witnessed the company’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and innovative practices in action.

The final leg of the program culminated in a pitch presentation by the students, showcasing their learning and ideas, followed by a certificate distribution ceremony to honor their successful completion of the program.

As part of an international entrepreneurship program involving youth from over eight schools, students were introduced to fundamental business principles used by innovators around the globe on 26th and 27th June. This initiative was part of a broader International Entrepreneurship Pre‑college Program hosted by Northeastern University, with mobile bootcamps in locations like Mumbai and New Delhi. The bootcamps are part of the Accelerate Pre-College Programs portfolio (https://precollegeprograms.northeastern.edu), which includes residential programming options at the university’s US (Boston, Oakland) campuses and UK (London) campus

Their mission was to help students conceive innovative solutions by putting classroom theory directly into practice.

Bridging Theory and Product Development

At the core of their learning was the concept of a value proposition—understanding who their customers are, what they truly need, and how their solution uniquely meets that need. In class discussions, students learned that defining a compelling value proposition is critical: it lays the foundation for designing products that people genuinely want.

What was especially inspiring was how they transitioned from theory to tangible prototypes. Each team:

• Identified a real-world problem (for instance, portable tooth-cleaning kits for travel, biodegradable floss alternatives, or smart reminders to brush).
  
• Crafted a clear value proposition, expressing it in terms of customer benefit—e.g., “Helps busy kids brush properly, even on school mornings.”
  
• Developed solutions, often using recycled or eco-friendly materials, and even basic electronics for reminder alerts.
  
• Presented their ideas, pitching to peers and mentors, simulating the investor feedback process entrepreneurs undergo.
  

This exercise didn’t just teach product design fundamentals—it immersed students in the full innovation pipeline: empathize with users, ideate solutions, build, test, and pitch. The topics which were highlighted were:

• Value proposition as the keystone: Learning to define what makes a product meaningful—what it offers, to whom, and why it matters—is the essential first step in any entrepreneurial journey.
  
• Experiential entrepreneurship in action: Northeastern’s model, highlighted in its Accelerate Pre‑College Programs, emphasizes exactly this journey—from ideas to prototypes to pitches—within a supportive, real-world framework
  
• Global collaboration and impact: Bringing students together from multiple schools and even countries broadened perspectives and underscored that great ideas can come from anyone, anywhere.
  

Overall, the project was a wonderful example of learning by doing, showing that when students grasp business principles like the value proposition—and then immediately apply them—they can invent truly meaningful products. And with more than eight schools participating, this international initiative is helping shape the next generation of globally minded, innovation-driven entrepreneurs.

The Open House for the parents of Class IX was organised on 12th July 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in order to facilitate a fruitful interaction between the parents and the subject teachers. The parents interacted with the subject teachers on a one-to-one basis regarding their ward’s academic performance in the half yearly examination. Parents were appreciative of the efforts and the work done by the class 9 class teachers and the school authorities.

Fifty students from Classes IX to XI visited the AICTE IDEA Lab and Atal Incubation Centre at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Dwarka on July 11, 2025. The visit was an initiative to provide students with first-hand exposure to real-world innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship.At the IDEA Lab, students explored various tools and technologies used in prototyping and product development, including 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, and embedded systems. They also viewed working prototypes created by university students, ranging from smart irrigation systems to drone-based pollution monitors.

At the Atal Incubation Centre, students gained insights into how startups are nurtured—from ideation and business modelling to prototyping and funding. They were introduced to programmes like ASPIRE, SPARK, and IGNITE that support young entrepreneurs at various stages of innovation.

The visit sparked curiosity, encouraged creative thinking, and gave students a clearer understanding of how ideas can evolve into impactful solutions. Interacting with innovators and seeing real applications of technology inspired many to think beyond textbooks and imagine their own journeys in the fields of science, technology, and entrepreneurship. The children were accompanied by Ms Taruna Kapoor and Ms Preeti Jagota and the visit was  organised by: SPARK LAB & The InnoPreneurs Club

It  was a meaningful and memorable learning experience that will resonate with the students for years to come.

The Open House for the parents of class XII students was held on 24th May 2025 as per the following schedule. 

Class 12 Sections	Time
A, D, E, F, I, J, O, P, Q, U, T	08:30 am to 10:00 am
B, C, G, H, K, L, M, N, R, S, V	10:30 am to 12:30 pm

An email was sent on the official email id of the students regarding the schedule of the PTM. Students were also allowed to accompany their parents for the same. Wardens took feedback about the hostellers from the respective subject teachers and further informed the parents about the same. A few hostellers’ parents also attended the PTM. Parents interacted with the foreign admission counsellor as well and were updated about the deadlines for the same. Parents were counselled to send their children regularly to School and also to take all weekly tests regularly. They were made aware of the attendance of their wards. The parents were satisfied with the extra support material being shared in the google classrooms.The session was fruitful, constructive, productive and gainful.

“The power of mathematics is often to change one thing into another, to change geometry into language.” – Marcus du Sautoy

On 19 July 2025, Matsoc, the Mathematics Society of Delhi Public School R.K. Puram, successfully hosted the much-anticipated Annual Inter-school Mathematics Festival — Mathematical Crusade 2025. The event was a celebration of mathematical thinking, analytical rigour and creative expression, allowing students from over 31 schools across Delhi-NCR to engage with the beauty and power of Mathematics in innovative formats.

The event featured five meticulously curated competitions, each offering participants from Classes VI to XII an opportunity to showcase their logical reasoning, collaborative spirit and creative problem-solving abilities. The events were as follows:

BRAINWAVE BLITZ

A high-stakes problem solving competition, Brainwave Blitz tested the participants’ ability to navigate through challenging problems under time constraints. The competition brought together teams of sharp-minded students eager to prove their mettle, with a focus on logic, trivia and critical reasoning.

MODEIL MATHEMATICA

In a dramatic blend of theatre and mathematics, teams of three brought legendary mathematicians to life through captivating role-plays and scripts. The event demonstrated not only deep mathematical understanding but also teamwork, storytelling and stagecraft. The event witnessed theatrical performances that were not only mesmerising but also informative. The judges for the competition were Ms Bhavneet Kaur, Professor, Lady Shri Ram College and Ms Dalu Jacob, Assistant Professor, IIT Delhi.

SYMPHONIES OF MATH

This unique musical competition bridged the gap between rhythm and reason, thereby allowing participants to express mathematical ideas through songs. Ranging from Pi-themed compositions to poetic tributes to equations, the event highlighted how Mathematics is deeply embedded in the patterns of sound. The event was judged by Ms Suchitra Kaushik, former PGT Math at DPS RK Puram and Professor Jonaki Ghosh from Lady Shri Ram College.

MATH-O-KALENDER

The participants in this event designed creative calendars for July 2025, using mathematical theories, formulas and history. Their entries reflected a strong grasp of content along with visual creativity. The event was judged by Ms.Sushma Suneja,former HOD mathematics DPS R K Puram and Ms.Arunima Dasgupta,former PGT at DPS R K Puram.

PI-O-NEERS QUIZ

In this thrilling contest of wits and speed, teams of two competed in a high-energy quiz that tested their mathematical trivia, logical reasoning and critical thinking. The event began with a competitive preliminary round, after which the top 6 teams advanced to a nail-biting final, where every second and answer counted. The quiz proved to be a true battle of brains, celebrating the thrill of rapid reasoning and sharp problem-solving.

VALEDICTORY CEREMONY

The valedictory ceremony commenced with a Ganesh Vandana followed by a  melodious duet sung by the students. During his address, the Principal, Mr Anil Kumar  applauded the mathematical brilliance on display. He also acknowledged the seamless and consistent efforts of the Head of the Mathematics Department, Ms Ritu Nayar along with all the teachers and volunteers for their vision and execution. He expressed pride in the school’s tradition of fostering intellectual excellence through such platforms. He highlighted the fact that the journey towards mathematical greatness begins in school and events like Mathematical Crusade become stepping stones to future success. He took the opportunity to announce that next year onwards this event would be held on 22 July, which can also be written as the fraction 22/7, which is equal to 3.14285714, an approximation of π (pi). He also took the opportunity to congratulate the students who represented India at the 66th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) 2025, held in Sunshine Coast, Australia. The students, who are also a part of a DPS core school, made the country proud by winning three gold, two silver, and one bronze medal, securing India’s 7th global rank—a historic achievement. 

The Principal’s address was followed by the announcement of the winners. The winners of the Mathematical Crusade were felicitated with trophies and certificates by the Principal, Mr. Anil Kumar, Vice Principals – Mr Anil Kathuria and Mr Mukesh Kumar, and the senior teachers of the Maths department. All participants were acknowledged for their efforts. DPS Greater Faridabad was declared the Overall Winner. The vote of thanks was proposed by Mr Jagjeet Singh. The event concluded on a patriotic note with the rendition of the National Anthem.

The results of the event are as follows:

OVERALL WINNERS	DPS GREATER FARIDABAD
OVERALL RUNNERS UP	DPS NOIDA
OVERALL SECOND RUNNERS UP	DPS VASANT KUNJ

BRAINWAVE BLITZ
FIRST POSITION	DPS INDIRAPURAM
SECOND POSITION	DPS NOIDA
THIRD POSITION	DPS, GAMMA II, GREATER NOIDA

MODEIL MATHEMATICA
FIRST POSITION	DPS MATHURA ROAD
SECOND POSITION	BLUEBELLS SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL
THIRD POSITION	MAYOOR SCHOOL, NOIDA

SYMPHONIES OF MATH
FIRST POSITION	DPS GREATER FARIDABAD
SECOND POSITION	DPS RK PURAMMAYOOR SCHOOL, NOIDA
THIRD POSITION	DPS VASANT KUNJ

MATH-O-KALENDAR
FIRST POSITION	DPS NOIDA
SECOND POSITION	DPS ROHINI
THIRD POSITION	INDIAN SCHOOL

PI-O-NEERS QUIZ
FIRST POSITION	DPS GREATER FARIDABAD
SECOND POSITION	DPS VASANT KUNJ
THIRD POSITION	SUMMER FIELD SCHOOL

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