SAI International School (SIS} bagged the prestigious International School Award {ISA) 2010-2013 from the Department of Education, United Kingdom, managed in India through the British Council. Sri Bijoy Kumar Sahoo, Chairman of SIS received the prestigious award in a colourful ceremony at Chennai from Mr Mike Nithavrianakis, British High Commissioner in the presence of Sally Goggins, Director Education, India & Sri Lanka and Paul Sellers, First Secretary (Cultural Affairs). As per the British Council, for the year 2010, SAI has been conferred the award for an "Exemplary dossier and Outstanding Work" amongst the 90 participating schools. The ISA, an accreditation scheme run by the British Council for the Department for Children, Schools and Families by UK, recognizes good practices in adding an international dimension to the school curriculum across the globe. Indian schools that successfully attain the Full ISA award are accredited for three years and SAI has been awarded the Full ISA Award in this category. While receiving the award Bijoy Kumar Sahoo, Chairman, SAI International School said that it was through our close relationship with the British Council that we could apply for and receive the Reciprocal Visit Grant of the UK Government's Department for international Development. This year more teachers and students will have exchange visits to our partner School.

Scintillating Singapore

SAI International school believes in making learning effective and meaningful by taking the children on a ride of experiences through activities beyond the classroom. The young learners are exposed to a wide array of experiences to widen their horizon of learning and not only create interest in the young minds but also arouse a quest for gaining more and more knowledge about the planet they are living in. Edu-cursions, in other words excursions for the purpose of education, are an integral aspect of the curriculum at SAI. Be it a trip to the railway station, or a visit to the museum, our students get the opportunity to have a firsthand experience of the lessons learnt in the classroom.

Puja vacation was an exciting and memorable experience for 55 students who had a weeklong visit to the wonderland Singapore with the Chairman, trustee and the Principal from 15th October to 22nd October. The team of highly enthusiastic students with the guardians of the School flew to Mumbai and then to Singapore on 15th.They reached Changi International Airport and were given a warm welcome by Jerry and Serena, the local tour guides. No jetlag could keep them away from a tour of the dazzling city.A Night Safari was another added attraction on the first day after checking in into the beautiful Hotel Riverview. It was like embarking on a fascinating journey through the world’s first wildlife night park. The group enjoyed the Halloween festival and also watched the Jhumbuakar performance by the fire eaters.

An exciting tour of the Science park and the Jurong Bird Park, the world’s largest Bird park was another cherishing experience. The Science Park satiated the thirst of the young and budding Scientists of the school to acquire a lot of information that opened up their minds to the greater world of Science. The visit to the 3-D Omni theatre was also no less exciting an event for the children.

The third day was a more delightful day for all, with a tour of the Universal Studios and a shopping spree at the most dream shopping destination ‘The Mustafa’. Amazing sights and experiences got unfolded one after another in the Universal Studios .The 4-D show on popular comic character Shrek, the death defying stunts in the water world, the breath taking river raft ride in the Jurassic park and finally a roller coaster ride to the ancient Egypt named ‘Revenge of the Mummy’ were additions extravaganza to relish.

The last day of the tour in Singapore had a series of thrilling ventures. A tour of the Singapore Management University was a feast for the eyes. They saw the gigantic New water Hydra Plant, that provides pure drinking water to the whole of Singapore.

The Sentosa Resort, an amusement Park was the ultimate venue of real amusement and thrill. The laser show “Songs of the Sea” was a stupefying view to remember ever always. A ride in the ‘The Singapore Flyer’gave a bird’s eye view of the wonderful city and also a glimpse of the neighboring countries like Malaysia and Indonesia. Another journey of excitement was at the world’s first floating soccer stadium and the Formula 1 race track.

The time flew past and with great hesitation the team had to fly back to India on 21st October carrying with them memories of a life time.

Global Hand Washing Day

The Global Hand Washing Day is an International campaign, which is sponsored by organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and UNICEF and private companies such as Procter and Gamble to raise awareness about the importance of hand washing. The idea is to teach children around the world -- through activities at schools, playgrounds, community centers, and other public spaces -- the importance of washing hands to prevent disease.

This Day was observed in the School on 27th October with immense serenity and sincerity. Members of the Going Global Club made posters with slogans and quotes which were displayed all over the School, including the Assembly area, Cafetaria and near all the wash rooms of the School. This created positive awareness among the Children. A special assembly was organized which was graced by Dr Pramod Meherda,Director NHRM .The honourable guest not only spoke about the importance of cleanliness and sanity but also spoke about the teachings of Lord Buddha. He donated a Banyan Sapling that he had brought from Bodhgaya, which is a part of the Holy tree under which Lord Buddha had attained salvation This gesture of the esteemed guest was indeed an honour for the School. The Chairman of the School illustrated the values of Swami Vivekananda’s teachings.

International peace poster contest

The Lions International club organized a peace poster making contest among school going children. The very objective of the mission is to encourage local schools and the youth to artistically express their visions of peace. Year after year message of peace has been spread through young children.The School children made amazing posters which were highly appreciated by the representatives of the Lions club who interacted with the students in the Ashoka Hall on 8th November.A whole bunch of entries have been submitted for the contest and a positive result is awaited.

A counseling session was organized for the students of class X and XI on 19th November in the Ashoka Hall.Mr Anirban Sircar the Indian representative of the Webster University, Thailand Campus was here to facilitate a counseling session for future career prospects of the children.Mr Thomas Groves, consultant of the University addressed the students and highlighted on the importance of studying overseas for a better future and to become a global citizen. He also emphasized on the varieties of courses available in the Webster University particularly the Thailand campus.