Seventh-Day Adventist Higher Secondary School

Seventh-Day Adventist Higher Secondary School, Ahmedabad for boys and girls is conducted by the Seventh-day Adventist organization. It is registered as a participating institution under By-Laws XXIX of the Council of Seventh-Day Adventist Educational Institution Regd. Under the societies Registration Act. XXI of 1860 S.No. 267 of 1972.

The SDA organization has a worldwide educational program. It is operating 6,355 educational institutions, including 99 universities and colleges in 193 countries around the world. They are also operating 37 worker training institutes and medical institutes along with training colleges around the world. The School at Maninagar is a part of the network of schools run by the organization. SDA Higher Secondary School, Ahmedabad is a part of the network of schools run by the organization. It had a very humble beginning in a small building in 1979 with 18 students.

The school has classes Nursery to XII. It is a co-educational, English Medium Day School affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (ISC), New Delhi in the year 1990. The UCAS, an International accrediting agency for school leaving qualifications for admissions to undergraduate courses in the U.K. has granted equivalence to the Indian School Certificate (ISC) to that of the Senior School Examinations of the University of Scotlant. This implies that students with grade 1,2 and 3 in ISC subjects will be eligible for direct admission to UK Universities and other overseas Universities in the Commonwealth without need for A level or bridge courses. The Council is the only Indian board that has been accorded this.

The metamorphosis of the school is very interesting. It had a very humble beginning in a small school building located at Maninagar East, Nr. Maninagar Railway Station. As the school has built its image and won name for its quality and commitment in the city, the enrollment grew to the tune of 1000 students every year. As such, it became imperative to acquire larger premises and a new school building. At last the dream came true in 2003 and the present school buildings are the result of the dream come true. Over the years, the strength has improved tremendously. The current strength of the school is almost 9000!

SDA School in Maninagar is unique in many ways. Over the years we have made a definite impression on school education. We have come to be known for the quality in teaching, discipline, and character building. We are set for unprecedented growth in the coming years. To be successful in our efforts and to become lighthouse to society, we need your constant support and co-operation in order to develop in our children a strong foundation of habits, values and skills that are essential for a life time of discovery and learning.

LOCATION

SDA Higher Secondary School occupies a 3 -acre campus in the green pristine surroundings of 132 Ft. Ring Road, Haripura, Maningar East, Ahmedabd – 380008 village in the southwestern part of Ahmedabad.

VISION

To be recognized as one of the finest institutions in the country for its quality, commitment and excellence in education

MISSION

Committed to empower each SDA student to achieve all round development through Academic Excellence, Physical Fitness, Mental & Spiritual Health and Social Consciousness.

WHAT IS ADVENTIST EDUCATION?

Adventist education imparts more than academic knowledge. It fosters a balanced development of the whole person-spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially. Its time dimensions spans eternity. It seeks to develop a life of faith in God and respect for the dignity of all human beings; to build character akin to that of the Creator; to nurture thinkers rather than mere reflectors of others’ thoughts; to promote loving service rather than selfish ambition; to ensure maximum development of each individual’s potential; and to embrace all that is true, good, and beautiful.

PHILOSOPHY

The philosophy of Adventist Education is to restore in man the image of the maker, to bring him back to the perfection in which he was created to promote the development of body, mind and soul that the divine purpose in his creation might be realized. The basis of imparting such an education is LOVE. The goal to be reached is Godliness and Godlikeness.

OBJECTIVES

1. To develop interest in the Adventist education.
2. To inculcate the sense of Unity and National Integrity.
3. To develop healthy thoughts and high standards of moral values, honesty, sincerity and faithfulness.
4. To develop good recreational habits and good health principles.
5. To build character akin to that of the creator.
6. To promote loving service rather than selfish ambition.
7. To respect and meet the needs of the neighborhood.
8. To ensure maximum development of each individual’s potential and embrace
all that is true, good and beautiful.
9. To develop emotional maturity by guiding them to express, understand,
accept and control their feelings and emotions.
10. To prepare the youth for the leadership in the intellectual civics and
moral life of the country, so that they may be worthy citizens of this
world and the world to come.

ADVANTAGES OF ICSE & ISC

1. The UCAS, an International accrediting agency for school leaving qualifications for admission to
undergraduate courses in the U.K. has granted equivalence to the Indian School Certificate (ISC) to that of the Senior School Examinations of the University of Scotland. This implies that students with grades 1,2 & 3 in ISC subjects will be eligible for direct admission to UK Universities and other overseas Universities in the Commonwealth without need for ‘A’ level or bridge courses. The Council is the only Indian board that has been accorded this status.

2. ICSE & ISC has the widest acceptance worldwide. The students get high standard educational
qualification that is known worldwide for certain quality.

3. The Council offers flexibility in choosing subjects as per the capability of the students.

4. As the I.C.S.E. (Class X) and I.S.C. (Class XII) examinations are conducted by the reputed Board
of Examinations with a well drawn syllabi in line with 10+2 pattern of other Board and Universities, the I.S.C. is recognized as equivalent to the P.D.C. of the Indian Universities, and to the present +2 (Class XII) pattern of Higher Secondary Education. The Association of Indian Universities has recognized the I.S.C. as equivalent to P.D.C.

5. Those who pass the I.S.C. are eligible for admission into all the Indian Universities for Arts,
Science, Commerce, B.E., and MBBS courses. The All India Institute of Medical Science and the Indian Institute of Technology has recognized the I.S.C. passed candidates to appear for the entrance test and for admission in Medical or Engineering courses.

6. As the I.S.C. candidates come from internationally reputed Board which has high standard of quality, the foreign universities also admit them. They also excel in the entrance tests and in interviews because of their excellent knowledge in spoken English. The London University accepts I.S.C. as equivalent to their +2.

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Along with the regular academic sessions, different activities are held regularly. These activities are a valuable media for the proper development of physical, social, moral, emotional and civic qualities and faculties in a child. They train the child for adjustment of life, around and ahead of him, by providing him a dynamic type of experience and environment.

Investiture ceremony is held in the beginning of the academic session. This ceremony is held to appoint the office bearers for the academic year. Head Boy, Head Girl, Sports Captain are appointed and they take oath of office.

Field Trips & Excursions

By moving outdoors, the pupils get a wealth of concrete information and enrich their personal experience. The mental horizon of the pupils is widened. In view of this , the School organizes various educational trips for the students.

Day Picnic – School organizes various day picnics to places like

Sports Day – Maximum student participation

Movie Shows – Students were shown Spiderman, Baby’s Day Out, ‘Laurel and Hardy’, etc.

Teacher’s Day – the regular teachers take a backseat while enthusiastic student teachers take center stage. The little misses wear saris and little masters come in formal trousers and shirts.

Debates, Discussions, Declamations and Symposia

The aim of these activities is to develop self-expression of the pupils. Students get training in the collection of subject matter, organisation of ideas, preparation of arguments for or against, speaking effectively, and appearing before an audience. Through participation in debates and discussions, the pupil increass his linguistic ability, enriches his vocabulary, improves his pronunciation and intonation and gets regular training in different styles of oral expression.

SCHOOL MAGAZINE

School magazine fosters creativity and originality and the expressive art of pupils. It develops journalism and writing amongst the pupils . It form a link between the school and parents through exchange of school magazine, it links up many a school. When the magazine is presented to the higher officials, it informs them about the school affairs. Through the magazine the public image of the school grows. The greatest advantage is that the pupils get opportunity for the development of self-expression. Their creative ability is fostered.
National Drawing Competition
National Quiz Competition
National Creative Writing, Declamation & Debate
Youth Camp/Educational Tour
Health & Temperance
School Annual Sports Meet
National Sports at Gandhinagar (SAI)
Pathfinder camp
Carol singing competition
Science Exhibition
Parents’ Day Program &
date for various classes will be intimated later on)
items for the talent competition.

1. Vocal Music: A) Solo Singing (English, Hindi, Gujarati) B) Group Singing (English, Hindi, Gujarati)

2. Instrumental Music: A) Keyboard B) Harmonium
C) Veena D) Sitar
E) Guitar F) Tabla
G) Drums H) Flute
I) Mouth Organ J) Trumpet, etc.

3. Dance: A) Indian B) Western
4. Acting
5. Imitating / Mimicri
6. Recitation (Poems, Rhymes, etc – only in English)
7.Fancy Dress

Note:
1. Maximum time for each item is 3 minutes only.
2. Required things for the presentation of the item should be brought.

CURRICULUM

i. The school follows a course of studies prescribed by the council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations leading to a ten year terminal examination known as the Indian Certificate of Secondary Examination (ICSE).

ii. The school has a plus two (+2) year course of studies leading to the Indian School Certificate
Examination-ISC (12 years) after which a successful student proceeds directly to the three year degree pattern of the Indian University and Medical and Engineering colleges, etc.

iii. The medium of instruction is English. For the Second Language, students may choose any one of the Indian/Foreign languages. For the Third Language (compulsory for classes V-VIII), Sanskrit, Hindi & Gujarati are offered

iv. There is ample choice of subjects in classes IX & XI. Hence, the pupils may meet the Principal for their choice of subjects.

HEALTH CHECK-UP

Health service to students is provided in the school. Medical inspection is done regularly at the beginning of the academic year and follow-up work and health needs, are reported to the concerned parents promptly. Experienced medical practitioners, Nurses are appointed to look after the needs of the students and staff.

SPORTS AND GAMES

Sports cater to the all round development of the personality. Play is a biological and social necessity for children. Physical development is equally as important as mental and spiritual. Many intelligent and capable adults don’t do well in life, due to chronic ailments, laziness and an inability to work for long hours.