INGENIOUS 2024
DPS Dwarka organized its Annual Fest for the session 2024-25 on August 17, 2024. Students from the Think Club participated in INGENIOUS 2024, a series of inter-school competitions organized by the Innovation Club of DPS Dwarka.
DPS RK Puram achieved remarkable success, securing the First Position in two prestigious events—Logic Wars and SwiftGenius.
Logic Wars was an intellectually stimulating competition that challenged participants’ critical thinking and problem-solving abilities through a series of intricate logical puzzles and tasks. Gauransh Sharma (11G) and Prakhar Shandilya (11G) made the school proud by clinching the First Position in this event.
SwiftGenius tested participants’ ability to think on their feet and develop innovative, out-of-the-box solutions. Given a common prompt on the spot, participants had just 90 minutes to craft their ideas. Samika Gupta (11F), Myra Khurana (10F), and Mishka Kaur Taneja (10F) showcased exceptional creativity and were awarded the First Position for their groundbreaking ideas.
The Think Club’s outstanding performance at INGENIOUS 2024 exemplifies the spirit of innovation and excellence that DPS RK Puram strives to cultivate in its students.
THE VB-ADTHON 2024
Gauransh Sharma (11G), a member of Think Club, achieved Second Place in ‘THE VB-ADTHON 2024’, organised by Venturebuz. His innovative rebranding strategy and creative marketing solutions showcased exceptional skill and dedication to excellence.The Venturebuz Forum is a student-run organization dedicated to catalysing entrepreneurial interests among teenagers through competitions, talks, and mentorship sessions. THE VB-ADTHON 2024 is its flagship advertising competition. The competition was a 60-minute competition where students tackled three different prompts (including a design based prompt), and submitted their responses within designated time frame
International University Admissions Fair
On 30 January 2025, over 400 eager students had the opportunity to meet representatives from some of the top universities in the United States and Canada at the International University Admissions Fair. The fair, held at DPS R K Puram provided an invaluable opportunity for prospective students to learn about higher education options abroad, ask questions, and gain insight into the university admissions process.
A diverse group of distinguished universities participated in the event, showcasing their academic programs, international student support services, and admission processes. Students were able to interact directly with representatives from:
- California State University, East Bay (U.S.) – Laura Perry, International Partnerships Coordinator
- Calvin University (U.S.) – Brent Wilkinson, Director of International Admissions and Immigration
- Drexel University (U.S.) – Marc Vallone, Associate Director, International Admission
- Foothill + De Anza Colleges (U.S.) – Deepali Shah, Assistant Director, International Student Programs
- Indiana University Bloomington (U.S.) – Erin Gahimer, Assistant Director of International Admissions
- Kansas State University (U.S.) – Rafael Alvarado, Assistant Director of International Recruitment
- Knox College (U.S.) – Shadeed Khan, Assistant Director of International Admissions
- Marist University (U.S.) – Shri Ravella, Director South Asia Admission
- Sam Houston State University (U.S.) – Jessica Miller, Assistant Director of Study Abroad
- Texas Tech University (U.S.) – Sipra Pati, Senior International Admissions Counselor
- University of Missouri (U.S.) – David Voltz, International Admissions Recruitment and Outreach Manager
- University of Pittsburgh (U.S.) – Zane Dilts, International Enrollment Services Manager
- University of San Francisco (U.S.) – Pranav Pradhan, Director of International Admission
- University of South Alabama (U.S.) – Anastasia Fetcu, International Student Recruiter
- University of Tennessee, Knoxville (U.S.) – Ahmed Abdelrahman, International Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator & Aalisha Rumde, Country Coordinator – India
- Western University (Canada) – Siobhan Hayes, International Recruitment and Enrolment Officer
These esteemed representatives provided personalized advice to students on various academic programs, scholarship opportunities, visa requirements, and the overall student experience. The event was a significant success in connecting students with the institutions they aspire to attend, helping them take the next step in their educational journey. The University Admissions Fair marked an important milestone in international education, offering students invaluable access to a range of global academic opportunities.
ART POETICA 2024-2025
“Painting is poetry that is seen rather than felt, and poetry is painting that is felt rather than seen.” -Leonardo Da Vinci
Delhi Public School R.K. Puram hosted the Dr. Prem Kirpal Memorial Inter-School Art And Poetry Competitions -‘Art Poetica 2024-2025’ on 11 January 2025, in fond memory of Dr. Prem Kirpal, the former Chairman of the DPS Society. This annual event had students from twenty six different schools take part in six different competitions, all of which gave them an opportunity to showcase their immense creativity and explore different forms of artistic expression whilst unraveling the fascinating enigma surrounding art and poetry.
The various competitions included the following-
Blend Art (Classes IX and XI) had students recite and dramatise an English poem based on various social issues and themes, as well as create paintings or sketches that captured the soul of the poem. The event was judged by Ms Saba Bari, Ms Padmaja Behra and Mr Manish Manocha
Artistic Poesy (Classes IX and XI) challenged the students to promptly compose a ballad that connected a series of pictures, which were presented to them, in a random order. The event was judged by Dr Shwetanshu Bhushan, Ms. Anupama Singh and Ms. Shivangi Chakraborty
Lyrical Canvas (Classes IX & XI) was an on-the-spot drawing competition which required participants to portray the predominant emotion evoked by a unique line in a poem. The judges included Mr Pankaj Guru, Mr Shashi Paul and Ms Hena.
Inverse Rhapsody (Classes VI-VIII) was an imaginative competition where participants were given an excerpt from a poem and the participants from the same team were given the task to recite the given poem in contrasting emotions . The judges for the event were Ms Sunayana Gupta, Ms Saroj Chawla and Ms Esha Shaunik.
Stage-a-Verse (Classes IX and XI) involved a unique performance by the students of class IX and XI, where they staged an original play based on a visual prompt provided to them. The event was judged by Mr Manish Guptaa Guru, Ms Garima Arya and Mr Brij Bhardwaj.
Lime-in-Rhyme (Classes VI-VIII) celebrated the art of limerick writing by giving students the opportunity to write limericks in a time frame of thirty minutes and then perform a live on-stage recital. The judges for the competition included Mr Harsh Dewan, Ms Alka Mahajan and Mr Ishan Bakshi.
The events took place simultaneously at different venues in the school campus.
The Valedictory ceremony was organised on 8 February 2025 at Delhi Public School, R.K.Puram from 9 am onwards. The event was graced by the presence of the Principal Mr Anil Kumar and the Headmistress Ms Rashmi Malhotra.
The event began with a glorious performance of the song ‘I have a dream’. This was followed by an enthralling enactment of the world’s longest running play, ‘The Mousetrap’ by Agatha Christie, a renowned mystery writer, presented by members of the Expressions Theatre Club. They received a standing ovation for their theatrical performance.
In his address, the Principal, Mr Anil Kumar, complimented the members of the Expressions Theatre Club for their excellent rendition of the play. He also congratulated all the students who won prizes in the various events of Art Poetics as well as those who helped organise the events. He commended the English department for their efforts in promoting literary creativity and expressions through this annual event.
This was followed by the felicitation of the prize winners.The Rolling Trophy was awarded to Delhi Public School, Noida.
Ms Atika Dayal, HOD English, proposed the vote of thanks. She expressed gratitude towards the Principal, Mr Anil Kumar, for being a source of inspiration, and providing constant support and guidance at all crucial junctures. The participants and the winners were congratulated for their outstanding performances, and encouraged to keep striving and pushing boundaries. The HOD also thanked the members of the English, Art and Music Departments for helping to put up a successful ceremony.
The event ended with the rendition of the National Anthem.
Office Order
In view of the Government Notification dated 10.02.2025, it will be a public holiday on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 on account of Guru Ravidas Jayanti.
All the students and the staff members at Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, East of Kailash and Vasant Vihar are requested to make a note of the above accordingly.
IN HOUSE SPECIAL PREPRATRORY CLASSES – MEDICAL
IN HOUSE SPECIAL PREPRATRORY CLASSES – IIT
Assembly VI-C & VI-K (07-02-2025)
TOPIC: “LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE”
“Within each of us lies a radiant light of talents and values— meant to inspire, uplift, and illuminate the world around us.”
Keeping this message in mind, the Class Assembly of Class VI-C and VI-K started with a heartfelt prayer song by Arohi Gogia, Amaira Khurana, Meher Dugal Anand, Gourisha Kaur Saini, Sonam Pandey, Rupam Kumari, Abhiraj Kumar, Kartik, Lav, Parush, Chhand, Pawan, Aarav Kumar, Aradhya, Agastya, Advik, Kabir, Abeer, Ananye, Naman, Samarth, Rahul, Devavrat Arnav, Advay and Aksh. Then the Headmistress, Dr. Anubha Gopal welcomed everyone and led them through the morning prayer. This was followed by Ganesh Vandana gracefully performed by Rishika Saggar, Syra Agarwal, Anamika and Rudrakshi Kaushal. The Thought for the Day was given in four different languages by Ishaanvi (Spanish), Umika (French), Shoubhit Ash (Hindi) and Shristi Mookerjee (English). The news headlines for the day were read by Yuvraj Chawla, Tanvi Sree Motipalli, Reyansh and Vivansh.
Thereafter, an enactment of famous personalities who exemplified the spirit of shining their light was performed by Jiya Sahani (Kalpana Chawla), Kriyansh Chandra (Dr A P J Abdul Kalam), Ayati Vatts (J K Rowling), Agastya Gera (Nelson Mandela) and their introductions were given by Rithvi, Chayanith, Vikrant Singh Rana and Guransh Singh Khurana. It was followed by beautiful self-composed poems by Avni Tiwari and Shaurya Sabharwal. Then, the western choir sang a wonderful song sung by Anaya, Divyanshi, Briti, Arshika, Rishima, Nishka, Diya, Aamna, Utkarsh Atulya and Sanskriti Singh, adding a melodious touch to the assembly. Thereafter, the energy of the stage was taken a notch higher by a choreography titled ‘The Power of Inner Light’ which beautifully resonated with the assembly’s theme performed by Syra Agarwal, Manvi, Savita Kumari Thakur, Taniya Singh, Paridhi Gandhi, Rahini Prasad, Arjun Gupta, Devshree, Pranay, Kartik and Md. Asad.
The comperes of the programme were Guransh Singh Khurana, Sambhav Marwah, Rayana Gupta, Aniket Singh, Anureet, Jay Anand, Mahira Gulati and Ishaan Jain. The folders, handmade invite and the board for the assembly were made by Yuvraj Chawla, Vivansh, Pranay, Arohi Gogia, Rayana Gupta, Rishika Saggar, Tanvi Sree Motipalli, Anureet, Mahira, Avni, Md. Asad.
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CLASSES VI C AND VI K
CLASS TEACHERS – MS JISHA MATHEWS & MS VAISHALI TIWARI
HEADMISTRESS- DR ANUBHA GOPAL
CLASS REPRESENTATIVE – MS BHARGAVI BISHT
ACTIVITY INCHARGE – MS KAVERI DHAR & MS BHARTI SHUKLA (ASSEMBLY INCHARGE)
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DPS RK Puram and SPACE India Host India’s Largest Star Gazing Event-Planet Parade2025
“The night sky is a reminder that the universe is vast, mysterious, and full of possibilities.”
On the evening of 6 February 2025, Delhi Public School, RK Puram, in collaboration with SPACE India, hosted the World’s Largest Planet Parade, marking a historic milestone in school-level astronomy events. The school grounds transformed into a vibrant hub of astronomical exploration as over 800 participants, including 750 enthusiastic students and 60 Astronomy Club members, gathered for an unforgettable celestial experience.
The event was graced by Principal Mr. Anil Kumar, Vice Principals, faculty members, and trained volunteers, all curiously watching the planets align in a breathtaking celestial display. 14 advanced telescopes were set up across the school grounds, allowing attendees to witness Venus, the Moon, Jupiter, Mars, and Saturn in stunning detail. A special highlight was the live feed of the Shiv Shakti Point near the Moon’s south pole, celebrating India’s space exploration legacy.
What set this event apart was its fun-filled and engaging presentation. Complex astronomical concepts were brought to life through storytelling, humor, and interactive visuals, making learning both entertaining and educational. The initiative ensured a hands-on experience where students, teachers, and guests could explore the wonders of the universe in a way that was both immersive and awe-inspiring.
The success of the event was driven by a robust training program for ~70 volunteers and ~50 teachers, ensuring seamless execution. Every person present actively engaged with the telescopic views, watching in wonder and excitement.
Principal Mr. Anil Kumar praised the initiative, stating,
“This event stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation. Our students, teachers, and the SPACE India team have together created a truly remarkable experience that will leave a lasting impact.”
A SPACE India representative added,
“Bringing such an immersive and unprecedented astronomical experience to students reflects a shared commitment to fostering curiosity and inspiring the next generation of space enthusiasts.”
The Planet Parade Event exemplified SPACE India’s mission to make astronomy accessible, engaging, and inspiring for students nationwide. This groundbreaking collaboration with DPS RK Puram has set a new benchmark, encouraging schools and educators to dream big and reach for the stars.
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CLASS XII FAREWELL 2024-2025
‘Don’t cry, because it’s over, smile because it happened’- Dr. Seuss
The students and teachers of DPS RK Puram came together on 6 February 2025 to bid the class of 2025 a heartfelt farewell and shower them with best wishes for their bright future. The decoration was aesthetic with an amazing display of coloured balloons, banners and festoons, that truly set the mood for the afternoon of celebration. The ceremony began with heartfelt speeches, reminiscing about the first steps into the school and the journey that transformed classrooms, corridors, and playgrounds into a second home. The event was a window to the past, a tangible fragment of time capturing moments of joy, challenges, and friendships that shaped the students’ lives.
The Western Choir performed a mellifluous medley of songs that symbolized the transition from school to new beginnings, followed by a tribute to teachers, acknowledging their unwavering guidance and care. The Indian Choir then presented a nostalgic musical rendition, echoing memories of childhood. The Vice Principals,Headmistresses and HODs of all the subjects shared words of wisdom, inspiring students for the journey ahead. A vibrant dance performance on a lively mix of foot- tapping numbers mesmerised the outgoing students of class XII.
The Principal, Mr. Anil Kumar, delivered an inspiring speech, encouraging students to embrace the future with confidence. With teary eyes and hearts brimming with nostalgia, the event did not end with a goodbye but with the promise of new beginnings.
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Office Order
All Students and the Staff Members
DPS R.K. Puram, East of Kailash & Vasant Vihar
In view of the Government Notification dated 03.02.2025, it will be a public holiday on February 05, 2025 due to General Election to the Legislative Assembly of Delhi.
All the students and the staff members at Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram, East of Kailash and Vasant Vihar are requested to make a note of the above accordingly.
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