Divya Jyothi Pre Primary and Higher Primary School, Udbur

Udbur is a village 15 kilometers away from Mysore City, on the H. D. Kote road. Mysore’s largest populated villages Udbur and Salundi are three to four Kilometers away from this location. Majority of the parents are not sensitized to the importance of education and are not interested to follow the curriculums in the school.

Recognizing the needs of the poor village people Sr. Jyothi Fernandes, the then Provincial Superior and her council ventured to start the Pre-Primary school. On June 1, 2011 the pre primary classes began in the old residence of the sisters which was renovated for the purpose. Sr. Cecilia Dias who had been a Pre Primary teacher for quite a number of years and a person with a motherly heart was rightly chosen to educate the tiny tots. She not only took care of the children in her classrooms with utmost love and care but simultaneously worked out to obtain permission from the Education Department to start Pre-Primary.

In the following year Sr. Immaculate D’Souza took charge of the school. She had vast experience as headmistress in Higher Primary school. A hard working person she would meet any body’s heart to make things happen. She applied for permission for the Lower Primary School and obtained it on March 29, 2013.

On January 27, 2014 the new school building was ready. Rev. Fr. Raymond, the parish priest of Kuvempunagar blessed the school building. The inauguration of the security room, gate and the compound wall was done on March 22, 2016. Rev. Fr. Paul Chandrakunnel blessed and wished good for all us. At present the school shines with an elegant gate and protective compound wall. The newly built toilet block was blessed by Rev. Fr. Rishar of Gunelian Order on June 1, 2017. Sr. Apoline the Provincial Superior was present for the same.

The school obtained permission for English medium on February 3, 2016. Till then School was running on Kannada Medium due to the policy of the State Government. Sr. Precilla Dsouza took up the responsibility as the headmistress of the school on June 1, 2016. She along with the staff strives hard to impart value based education and build worthy citizens of India.

Year of Establishment : 01-06-2011
Registration No : No. A2:01: Pu: Pra.Pha:1109: Praram: 12-13/21-04-
2012 (Pre-Primary)
Permission : No.G3:7634/1-5 A.Ma. Sha. The. Anu/162/2012-13
Dated 29-03-2013 (Class I-V)
Present Strength : 125

Udbur is a village 15 kilometers away from Mysore City, on the H. D. Kote road. Mysore’s largest populated villages Udbur and Salundi are three to four Kilometers away from this location. The economic status of the people of the area is pitiable. Most of the children of the area go to the local Government schools. Majority of the parents are not sensitized to the importance of education and are not interested to follow the curriculums in the school.

Recognizing the needs of the poor village people Sr. Jyothi Fernandes, the then Provincial Superior and her council ventured to start the Pre-Primary school. On June 1, 2011 the pre primary classes began in the old residence of the sisters which was renovated for the purpose. Sr. Cecilia Dias who had been a Pre Primary teacher for quite a number of years and a person with a motherly heart was rightly chosen to educate the tiny tots. She not only took care of the children in her classrooms with utmost love and care but simultaneously worked out to obtain permission from the Education Department to start Pre-Primary.

In the beginning there were very few children. Sisters visited the villages and educated the people on the importance of education. Gradually children started coming to school. In the following year Sr. Immaculate D’Souza took charge of the school. She had vast experience as headmistress in Higher Primary school. A hard working person she would meet any body’s heart to make things happen. She applied for permission for the Lower Primary School and obtained it on March 29, 2013.

In the beginning the classes were held in the residence of the sisters. As the number of classes increased a plan for the new school building was conceived of. Sr. Apoline Corderio, the newly elected Provincial Superior readily agreed to finance the cost of construction from the Province. On January 27, 2014 the new school building was ready. Rev. Fr. Raymond, the parish priest of Kuvempunagar blessed the school building. Rev. Fr. Paul Chandrakunnel , rector of Prabodhana celebrated the Eucharistic celebration. Our Provincial Sr. Apoline Cordiero along with our zonal sisters witnessed this great event. A beautiful and a spacious building are ready for our tiny tots for their learning activities. The inauguration of the security room, gate and the compound wall was done on March 22, 2016. Rev. Fr. Paul Chandrakunnel blessed and wished good for all us. At present the school shines with an elegant gate and protective compound wall. The newly built toilet block was blessed by Rev. Fr. Rishar of Gunelian Order on June 1, 2017. Sr. Apoline the Provincial Superior was present for the same. We thank God and our Provincial and her team for providing us spacious and hygienic toilet block built separate for boys and girls.

The school obtained permission for English medium on February 3, 2016. Till then School was running on Kannada Medium due to the policy of the State Government. Sr. Precilla Dsouza took up the responsibility as the headmistress of the school on June 1, 2016. She along with the staff strives hard to impart value based education and build worthy citizens of India.

Staff  picnic

On 30^th September 2022 we had one day picnic to Madikeri for all the staff of our school to have relaxation and refreshment  in the midst of work and daily life. All the staff members enjoyed the day by visiting the places and spending time together happily. We visited Abbi falls, Golden temple, Kaveri Nisarga Dhama and Harangi dam. We all had a good time together.

Student’s one day picnic

On 9^th December 2022 was a memorable day to our students as we arranged  one day picnic to Bangalore for 5^th to 10^th standard students. All the students and teachers enjoyed the picnic happily. We spent our happy time by visiting many places in Bangalore such as Karnataka High court, Nehru Tharalaya, Sir. M Vishveshvarayya Museum , Vidhanasouda. And Cubbon Park.

 Students were very excited by the sights. They enjoyed the movie showed in Tharalaya about the Universe. They watched many scientific equipments and engines in the museum. Along with the entertainment and enjoyment they learnt some of the educational facts also.

Kannada Rajyotsava celebration

On 1^st November 2022 we celebrated 67^Th Kannnada Rajyotsava in our school to mark the merging of all the kannad alanguage speaking regions of south western india and formation of Karnataka State. All the staff members offered flower to the photo of Kannadambe and showed their respect. Our headmistress addressed and wished our students and said we have to feel proud to be in Karnataka as Kannadiga.

Our students sung the devotional songs on Karnataka and showed their love and respect towards their state. Some of the students shared their knowledge about the history of Karnataka.

Kanakadasa Jayanthi 2022-23

On 11^th November 2022 we celebrated  Kanakadasa Jayanthi in our school. Students  actively participated in this celebration. They sung the songs of Kanakadasa and paid respect to him. We all watched a short movie about the life of Kanakadasa.

Christmas celebration

On 23^rd December 2022 we celebrated Christmas in our school. All the teachers sang carols spreading the joy of Christmas.  There was a beautiful and meaningful Christmas  programme given by our students. Our Headmistress gave the message on the life of Jesus Christ . She also inspired all of us to walk in a good path with universal brotherhood.

 Students were very happy and enjoyed the time happily. A pleasant Christmas gift was given to all the staff of our school wishing them a happy Christmas. The birth of Jesus was presented through a tableau by our students. Christmas cake was distributed to everyone.

CHILDREN’S DAY CELEBRATION

On 14^TH November 2022, we celebrated Children’s day in our school. All the children were very excited to enjoy the special occasion created for them in our school by the teachers. All the teachers and students paid homage to Dr. Jawaharlal Nehru, whose birthday is celebrated as Children’s day.

Our teachers gave the message about the life of Dr. Jawaharlal Nehru. Teachers performed the cultural activities such as song, comedies and dances to entertain our students. Many sports events were conducted for the students on account of Children’s day in our school and prizes were given for the winners on this day.

JANUARY 2020

24.01.2020: Celebrated our annual day on 24-01-2020 with the theme save environment to save the world. Rev. Sr Lily Fernandes presided over the function and Mr G T Devegowda was the chief guest. Sr Bindu the deputy secretary, Fr. Charles Joseph, the parish priest of Velanganni Matha Parish J P Nagar, Mr. Krishna BEO Mysuru Rural, Mrs. Prema N, the member of Zilla Panchayat were the guests of honour. Our students performed thematic dances and a tableau on Good Samaritan. It was an awesome program appreciated by all.

DECEMBER 2019

04-12-2019: We had our general Parents Teachers Association meeting. Sr Bindu the deputy secretary was the president and Sr Milagrine Dsouza was the resource person. There were about 400 parents present for the meeting. Sr Milgrin enlightened the parents on child rights and child protection. Sr Bindu on her presidential message focused on the relationship between parents and the school.

20-12-2019: Our school Science club conducted quiz competition. There was a good participation by the students. Prizes were distributed to the winners.

23-10-2019: We celebrated Christmas with a beautiful program and carols singing. Birth of Jesus was enacted by our students through a tableau.

NOVEMBER 2019

OCTOBER 2019

Students participated in the Cluster level prathibha karanji and won many prizes.

02-10-2019: We celebrated Gandhi Jayanthi with a meaningful prayer service and shramadaan

03-10-2019: Our students from Science club visited water purification center and gained a lot of knowledge about water purification and the need of saving water.

21-10-2019: We celebrated our Founder Fr Urban Stien SJ day. We had a prayer service and floral tribute to our dearest founder. A meaningful message was given by our correspondent Sr Hilda Goveas. Small gifts were distributed to the teachers and the students.

JULY 2019

13-07-2019: A seminar on waste management and the inauguration of the science club. Sr Smitha D’Souza from St. Mary’s community health center HD Kote was the resource person.

JUNE 2019

01.06.2019 and 02.06.2019:  our staff had the orientation programme for two days in Maria Niketan Bogadi. Fr.Joseph and Sr Janita Rodrigues were the resource persons. It was very useful to all our teachers in their teaching mission. More focus was given to counseling  skills and anger management.

06.06.2019 : We had fresher’s day and inauguration of the new academic year with a meaningful prayer service. Prayed for each other for the success of the new year. We also welcomed the new correspondent Sr Hilda Goveas , new teachers and the newly admitted students with flowers and song.

16.06.2019 : Dr Muhamat was invited to the school as the resource person who helped the staff, students and the parents to take care of teeth and how to protect them. it was very useful specially for our students. She also distributed tooth paste to all who gathered for this session.

On the same day all our teaching and supportive staff had the seminar on POCSO in Maria Niketan Bogadi. Sr Dulcine Crasta the resource person enlightened everyone regarding the child rights, protection of the children and educating them.

28.06.2019 : We inaugurated the theme “ Save environment to save the world” and celebrated Environmental day. Officers from the Forest department Mysuru were invited for the programme who stressed on the importance of saving and protecting the nature. They distributed the saplings to our students and planted the same in the school campus. There were speeches, songs and a dance on nature by our students. Many parents participated in this memorable event.

JANUARY 2019

21.01.2019:  We had our school inspection by Sr.Lilly Pinto the secretary of UFES and the deputy secretary Sr.Bindu Elizabeth. We welcomed and honored both of them with flowers, fruits and shawls during the morning assembly as it is their first visit to our school. Sr.Lilly Pinto addressed the students explaining them the value of life by narrating a story about the worth of Rs. 2000/- . After which they checked all the records of our school and guided the headmistress in the smooth running of the school. They appreciated the hard work of each and everyone for the all round development of our little children.

26.01.2019:  We celebrated 70^th Republic day in a very meaningful way. Fr. Praveen the Gunelian priest was the chief guest who hoisted the flag and delivered a suitable message, upholding the importance of our India’s rich constitution. There was a well disciplined march fast by our students from for houses. A beautiful and heart touching programme was performed by all our students which highlighted the richness and beauty of India. A very good number of parents witnessed this great event and expressed their appreciation.

DECEMBER 2018

22.12.2018: Celebrated Christmas in the school with joy and grandeur. Sr Irene Pais the correspondent of the school delivered a heart touching message, implanting peace and love of Jesus in the hearts of our little children. Staff joined their voices together in singing the meaningful carols which brought message of hope and love. Students danced for the melodious carols and rejoiced over the birth of our saviour.  A wonderful tableau by the students narrated the birth of Jesus and vibrated the joy of Christmas. Cakes were distributed to all the students and the staff. Thereafter the whole teaching and the supportive staff members were invited to the convent for a Christmas gathering. It was a time of rejoicing and togetherness.

 

NOVEMBER 2018

01.11.2018: Kannada Rajyostava: We celebrated Kannada Rajyostava on November 1^st. The rich heritage of our state was explained to the students. Kannada songs which had the history of Karnataka were sung by our students.

14.11.2018: Children’s Day:  It was a wonderful day to express our special love and affection to our dearly beloved children who are our treasure and happiness as we celebrated the Children’s day, the birth of Jawahar Lal Nehru. We had a meaningful prayer service. We prayed for our students and for all the children of the world. There was a wonderful entertaining cultural programme by our staff members to make the children happy and mark the celebration in the minds of our little ones. Cake pieces were distributed to the students after which all of them had entertaining games conducted by their respective class teachers.

 

OCTOBER 2018

Gandhi Jayanthi: We celebrated Gandhi Jayanthi 02-10-2018 with a meaningful Sarva Dharma prayer service.  The headmistress explained the life history of Mahatma Gandhi , his values, his contribution to build a free India and the present scenario of India to the students. Our students and the staff did the Shramadan by cleaning the school campus.

Founder’s day: We celebrated Founder’s day on 23-10-2018  beginning with a prayer service. Floral tribute was done by the students and the staff to Fr Urban Stien, our founder.  The headmistress in her speech explained about the UFS congregation and the service rendered by the sisters all over the world. It was because of  Fr.Urban Stien our school exists here today.  Our students had the drawing competition on the portrait of Fr. Urban Stien.

SEPTEMBER 2018

05.09.2018: Teachers Day Celebration
We celebrated Teachers Day in a very meaningful way. We prayed for all the teachers through a prayer service conducted by the students. Sr. Irene the correspondent of the school delivered an apt message focusing on the qualities of a best teacher. We had a cultural program by the students and games for the teachers to entertain them and make them feel happy.  Gifts were distributed to all the teaching and non- teaching staff as the expression of gratitude and respect. After which there was a sumptuous meal to all the staff members.

04.09.2018: Prathibha Karanj
Our students participated in Cluster and Taluk level Prathibha Karanji and bagged many prizes.
Cluster Level
Story telling                   HPS and LPS – First
Kolata                            HPS and PLS –   First
Patriotic Song               LPS – First
Janapada Dance            HPS – First
Devotional Song           HPS – First
Laghu Sangeetha          LPS –First
Clay Model                    HPS and Lps – Second
Janapada Dance            LPS- Second
Laghu Sangeetha          HPS – Second
Arabic Patana                LPS – Second
Hindi Kantapata            HPS – Second
Fancy Dress                   LPS – Third

Taluk Level
Kolata                            HPS – First
Janapada                       HPS – Second
Kolata                            LPS – Third
Story Telling                  HPS – First
Story Telling                  LPS – Second

AUGUST 2018

15-08-2018 – Independence Day celebration
We celebrated our country’s independence in a very meaningful way. Krishna Nayaka, the manager of Kaveri grameena bank Udbur was the chief guest and hoisted the flag. In his speech he focused on how the students should become the true citizens of India in this digitalized world. Sr.Irene in her presidential speech stressed on the rich heritage of our constitution and its importance. Our students had a very systematic and disciplined march fast and colorful cultural programme commemorating the sacrifice of the freedom fighters and exhibiting the rich culture of India. Good number of parents witnessed this great event.

10-08-2018 – Permission for the up gradation from 6^th to 8^th
We got the permission for 6^th to 8^th std from the Education Department. It was God’s providence and the hard work of the management and specially the Headmistress Sr Precilla who worked hard to register and obtain the permission.

 

JULY 2018

13-07-2018 – Election for school parliament
All our students had the opportunity to cast their vote elect their leaders. It was a kind of awareness to the students regarding the democracy and the way of its  functioning. After the election we had the investiture ceremony where our elected ministers – students promised to work for the betterment of the school.

 

JUNE 2018

05-06-2018: Celebration of World Environment Day, Welcoming the New Correspondent, New Teachers and Students – Fresher’s day
We celebrated world environment today by planting saplings with an apt message. Creating awareness to protect the mother nature as we inaugurated the theme for this year “Save the Earth, heal the earth”.

We are in the new academic year and Divya Jyothi School is shining with new beautiful faces. We had the meaningful welcoming ceremony of our school correspondent Sr Irene Pais, sisters, teachers and the new students. All of them were welcomed with flowers and words of love and appreciation.

29-05-2018: Orientation programme
Orientation programme was conducted for our teaching staff to start the new academic year with new vision,  renewed spirit and for the better understanding of the students in and outside the classroom. Sr Severine Menezes was the resource person. Along with Maria Niketan Primary and High School Staff our staff had very informative and relevant sessions that helped them to know themselves as well as to understand the value of life. It was arranged in Bogadi , Maria Niketan convent.

01-04 -2018 to 09-04 -2018: Summer camp
We conducted summer camp for our students which included dance, karate, craft, drawing and spoken English classes. Our teaching staff and karate master Mr Prem were the resource persons. It was indeed a rare opportunity for our students to utilize their time in a creative and productive way.