Onam – The festival of Equality and Peace !

 

Onam, the most important secular regional festival of Kerala was celebrated at GSFS with great enthusiasm and energy. The traditional “Athappookkalam” or floral carpet was laid by the faculty and Students. In the morning assembly, information on the history of the festival and its relevance in the present day world was shared by Ms Palak Khandelwal and Ms Sneha Ramesh.

The sumptuous Onam feast which is the highlight of the festival was shared by the GSFS Family and the day marked yet another day of festivity and joy irrespective of cultural and religious differences.

Hairstyle and Mehndi Competition

The Hairstyle and Mehndi Competition for the 3 Months Batch helped the Students to explore their skill enhancement learnt through the Beauty Therapy sessions.

The Hairstyles varied from Triple waterfall Braid, to Side Swept French Bun and Roll Pony Fish Tail. The competition indeed was pleasing to the eye and was a great success.

Mehndi application, the traditional Art form of adorning the arms of the lady beauty was put to test at the Mehndi Competition. The creative skills of the Students coupled with the training in the different Mehndi design forms were a splendid sight at the Event.

 

 

 

 

HairStyle Competition Results:

1 Position – Ms. Sneha Sarda

2 Position – Ms. Ashwarya Dagaria

3 Position – Ms. Bhumika Badlani & Ms. Era Sethia

Mehndi Competition Results:

1 Position – Ms. Anusha Runwal

2 Position – Ms. Rajshree Jain & Ms. Shraddha Jain

3 Position – Ms. Preeti Pagadinnimath & Ms. Priyanka Rathi

Nilgiris … The Habitat!

Dr. Tarun Chabra

The Flora and Fauna of Nilgiris was introduced and enlightened at the workshop on the Indigenous tribes of Nilgiris. Dr. Tarun Chabra, the versatile resource person explained the history, geography, food habits and the details of the inhabitants of Nilgiris.

The pictorial representation with the explanation and the audio of the natural habitat and the inimitable characteristics made the session a unique presentation of its kind. 

For the students, the session added hue to the awareness on the scenic beauty and the uphill tranquil life of Nilgiris.

MS. FATEMA PRESENTING THE MOMENTO TO DR. TARUN CHABRA

Independence Day Celebrations!

The 3 Months Batch Students with the Chief guest, Mr. Balachandran & The Dean, Mrs. Neetha Nataraj

The 9 Months Batch Students with the Chief guest, Mr. Balachandran & The Dean, Mrs. Neetha Nataraj

GSFS Family with the Chief guest, Mr. Balachandran

 On the 69 year of Indian Independence, GSFS celebrated the memory of the freedom that was achieved with long struggle and sacrifice.  We remembered the patriotic martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of the Country.

Flag Hoisting

Chief guest, Mr. Balachandran & The Dean, Mrs. Neetha Nataraj

Chief guest, Mr. Balachandran

The National Flag was hoisted by the Chief Guest of the event, Mr. G. Balachandran. As the tri colour flag spread its folds in the air, the National Anthem was sung by the GSFS family. This was followed by the formal gathering which was presided over by Ms Neetha Nataraj, Dean, GSFS.

The 3 Months Batch Students hosted the Event.

The 3 Months Batch Students

 

Ms. Sri Vaishnavi

Ms. Shifali Agarwal

Ms. Anam Raja

Ms Sri Vaishnavi welcomed the audience and introduced the Chief Guest . Ms Shifali Agarwal spoke about “The relevance of Independence Day in 2015”. The Chief Guest in his speech urged the Students to understand the meaning of freedom and to free themselves from the bondage of lethargy and laziness. The patriotic song “Sare Jahan se Acha ” and the dance performances on patriotic songs added hue to the event. The event concluded with the expression of gratitude by Ms Anam Raja.

Time Management – the Skill mastered!

Time management, an important aspect in Self management, was mastered well at the workshop on Time Management. The 3 day workshop was facilitated by Mr. G Balachandran , the well known Corporate Trainer.

The knowledge packed session was intertwined with activities and competitions. It was a splendid learning experience with a difference which made a difference to the students.

The Dancing GSFS!

The 9 Months Batch Students

GSFS danced to the forms of Cha Cha Cha, Jive, Salsa, Merengue and Salsa during the Ball room dance training session which was held for 6 days. The 9 Months Batch as well as the 3 Months Batch Students participated with great rigor and enthusiasm. The outsourced trainers helped the students to master the dance forms which added on to the disposition, confidence level and skill of the Students.

The 3 Months Batch Students

The Ball room Dance Competition which followed the training exhibited the skill and the mastery of the art that the students gained through the Training session.

The Results of the Competition held;

9 Months Batch:

Cha Cha Cha

1 Position – Ms. Jyoti Baid & Ms. Nikita Agarwal

2 Position – Ms. Taniya Agrawal & Ms. Neha Mundhra

3 Position – Ms. Pooja Jain & Ms. Ahilya Subhash Markad

Jive

1 Position – Ms. Jyoti Baid & Ms. Nikita Agarwal

2 Position – Ms. Vidhi Vora & Ms. Nikita Mangal

3 Position – Ms. Taniya Agrawal & Ms. Jeevitha

Merengue

1 Position – Ms. Jyoti Baid & Ms. Nikita Agarwal

2 Position – Ms. Neha Mundhra & Ms. Shreeni Sai

3 Position – Ms. Anushree Kataruka & Ms. Sonali Jain

3 Months Batch:

Jive

1 Position – Ms. Kanika Madan & Ms. Mansi Bhassin

2 Position – Ms. Nitya Jain & Ms. Rajshree Jain

3 Position – Ms. Shraddha Jain & Ms. Vishakha Mittal

Merengue

1 Position – Ms. Shifali Agarwal &  Ms. Preeti Pagadinnimath

2 Position – Ms. Kanika Madan & Ms. Mansi Bhassin

3 Position – Ms. Nitya Jain & Ms. Rajshree Jain

Good Shepherd Finishing School – Geared up for 2015-2016!

Reporting and Orientation Programme of the 9 Months Batch and the 3 Months Batch for the year 2015-2016.

The 9 Months programme session and the first session of the 3 Months Programme for the year 2015-2016 commenced on 29 July, 2015 and 6 August, 2015 respectively.

The course period of the 9 Months Programme is from 29 July,2015 to 29 April,2016 and the course period for the 3 Months Programme is from  6 August,2015 to 6 November,2015.  The second session of the 3 Months Programme for the year is scheduled to be from 15 January, 2016 to 15 April, 2016.

The Parents of the 9 Months Batch Students

From the left Vice President -GSFS, President - GSFS, Principal - GSFS, Dean - GSFS & Senior Vice Principal - GSIS

The reporting of the Students was followed by Orientation for the Parents .The Orientation Programme for the Parents of the 9 Months Batch Students was chaired by the President of GSFS, Dr.P.C. Thomas. The welcome address was delivered by Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, the Principal of GSFS and the Orientation Programme was conducted by Mrs. Neetha Nataraj, Dean, GSFS. The Senior Vice Principal- Administration, Brigadier Suresh Kumar addressed the audience. The Session was followed by an open forum where the parents shared their concerns and queries. The Vice President of GSFS, Mrs. Julie Pradeesh was also present at the Orientation.

The Orientation Programme conducted by Mrs. Neetha Nataraj, Dean, GSFS

 The Orientation Programme and Induction to the Course for the Students of both the batches was conducted by Mrs. Neetha Nataraj, Dean, GSFS 

The Parents of the 3 Months Batch Students

From the left The Dean - GSFS, Principal - GSFS & Senior Vice Principal - GSIS

The Orientation Programme for the parents of the 3 Months Batch was chaired by Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, the Principal, and the Orientation was conducted by Mrs.  Neetha Nataraj, Dean, GSFS. The Senior Vice Principal- Administration, Brigadier Suresh Kumar addressed the gathering. The open forum clarified the queries of the Parents and the session adjourned with Tea.

Tea in the Restaurant