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📢 Welcome to the November Edition of the KSV Newsletter |
The past few months at Kalkeri Sangeet Vidyalaya have been buzzing with energy, creativity, and growth 🌟! Our students have had countless opportunities to learn, perform, and shine — from vibrant cultural events 🎭 and musical showcases 🎶 to workshops, competitions, and community celebrations 🌍. Each gathering has been a stage for discovery, confidence, and joy. In this edition, you’ll relive these wonderful moments — the sounds, smiles, and successes that filled our campus. You’ll see how every event, every note, and every new experience continues to shape the bright journeys of our children, made possible through your unwavering support and belief in their dreams 💛. |
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🗞️ A Year of Music and Milestones: KSV’s Annual Report |
After another year of teaching and growing, we are pleased to announce the release of our annual report! Check it out below! |
🎉 Training the Future: Preparing Our Staff for Impact |
KSV began the semester with 20 hours of engaging training focused on innovative teaching, student well-being, and child growth 🌿. Our team learned from inspiring speakers — covering topics like bullying awareness, child protection, student health, and creative lesson design 📚.
Special thanks to Supriya Ekbote, Krishna Sutar, Robinson Kremlin, Parvati Malladi, and Rasmi Shiratti for their inspiring sessions throughout the week!
The week ended with an All-Staff Meeting and a fun team-building day at the Eco-Village 🌳 — leaving everyone refreshed, connected, and ready for the new semester ahead! 🙌🏽 |
The last three months also marked our parent-teacher meeting. This opportunity allowed for the families of our students to come visit campus to see how their children are growing and thriving while at KSV✨. Parents were filled with pride as our talented students showcased their performance skills through the arts program. We are truly grateful to all members of the KSV family for joining us in this cherished tradition 🙏. It’s always a joy to celebrate our students’ artistic progress and dedication together💫❤️. |
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🎤 Spreading Musical Joy at the Jackfruit Festival |
For the first time ever, 14 of our young students were invited to participate in the Jackfruit 2025 Songsters! 🎶 They joined 150 young performers from across India in a series of inspiring workshops 🎤, where they explored India’s rich musical traditions 🇮🇳 and performed in a grand concert curated by the legendary Shubha Mudgal and Aneesh Pradhan 👏🏽.
They also had the chance to visit the Indian Music Experience Museum 🏛️ and experienced the thrill of performing on the main stage of the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts in Bangalore 🌆, an unforgettable milestone for our students and teachers alike! 💖 Check out a video of the performance here!
A heartfelt thank you to the Jackfruit Festival 🎉 for selecting our school, and to the Indian Music Experience Museum, as well as all the mentors and artists who made this magical journey possible 🙏. |
💃 Exploring Kathak Performance From Kalkeri to Pune |
KSV staff, students, and volunteers had the opportunity to travel to Pune during the holiday break to support our exceptional alumna Renuka Sulagekar, who is currently pursuing advanced Kathak studies in Pune🌟. Renuka was performing in a birthday celebration for her Guruji, renown Kathak pioneer Guru Shama Bhate🎂. It was inspiring to see our KSV student thriving as she passionately pursues her art with grace and dedication.
The KSV team also had the opportunity to connect with former KSV Kathak teacher, Geetanjali Bhapkar, who spoke to us about her work in Pune after leaving KSV🤝. We ended our trip to Pune by visiting Nadroop Dance Academy, where Sulagekar rehearses under Guru Shama Bhate🪔. This trip to Pune demonstrated that KSV is nurturing confidence, and professional pathways for the next generation of classical dancers in India💖. |
💪 KSV Girls Shine on the Kabaddi Field |
On October 14th, our Under-14 and Under-17 Girls Kabaddi Teams proudly represented Kalkeri Sangeet Vidyalaya in an exciting inter-school competition on the district level 🏆. The matches were filled with energy, teamwork, and incredible determination 👏🏽. Our young athletes played with courage and grace, embodying the true spirit of KSV through their dedication and sportsmanship 🌟. We are so proud of them for representing our school at such a high level, inspiring younger students and bringing great pride to our community 🙌🏽. |
🎤 Singing Competitors Away as a Dharwad Idol |
Our very own Kaveri Karigar led by vocal teacher Sukanya Pattar achieved 3rd place in the Dharwad Idol Competition, a music competition aimed at nurturing performers between 10-15. We are so proud of Kaveri for her major accomplishment and for representing our school on such a large stage 🎶. |
🎨 Spreading Art Across Karnataka |
KSV art students had the opportunity to participate in the Revolution Minds art installation in collaboration with South Western Railways titled "My Station, My Duty 3.0 - 2025🖌️🖼️." This special event allowed our art teacher, Juliette Delamarre, to take a few of our talented art students to the Hubbali Train Station, where their beautiful paintings are now displayed for all to see🚆. The KSV family is incredibly proud of our students’ creativity, hard work, and artistic spirit which is making the world a more colorful place🖍️! |
🎶 A Morning of Music – Powered by EdelGive |
With the generous support 🙏 of the EdelGive Foundation, our quarterly music programmes continue to thrive 🎵. In September, EdelGive hosted a large program at KSV, creating a day filled with music and joy 🎶. We had the honour of hosting Pandit Shripad Hegde, accompanied by Shri. Satish Bhat Heggar on the harmonium and Shri. Shridhar Mandre on the tabla, for a two-hour-long, truly mesmerizing musical improvisation. Our vocal teacher Archana Pattar also delighted the audience with beautiful solo performances and student group presentations. This was such a wonderful end to the semester🌸!
Students delivered enthralling performances 🎤 under the guidance of our dedicated teachers. Our students are not only mastering technique but also learning to express emotion, creativity, and unity through music. The energy across the campus is contagious — laughter, rhythm, and singing blend together to create an atmosphere that truly embodies the spirit of KSV 🌟🎼🙌. |
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☀️ Training Future Musicians - Powered by EdelGive |
The EdelGive Foundation has also brough music professionals from across India to KSV's campus to help train the future of Indian musicians 🎶. In August, we hosted a tabla workshop with Pandit Ramdas Palsule Guruji. The workshop offered our students a rare opportunity to explore the various dimensions of Tabla learning. KSV also hosted music and songwriting workshop with Pandit Kumar Mardur. Our vocal culture workshop offered insight into the importance of Riyaz (dedicated daily practice), paltas (practice patterns) and a beautiful exploration of ragas, their mood, structure, and performance approach. We are so grateful to EdelGive for their continued support in cultivating our students' skills 💖. |
🚓 A Inspiring Visit: Officials Connect with Our Community |
In early September, KSV was honored to welcome District Commissioner Sri Divya Prabu and Superintendent of Police Sri Gunjun Arya to our campus 🤝. The Superintendent of Police even took the time to sit with our students to answer their questions. It was a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about the inspiring work they do for our community 👮🏽♀️.
We are deeply grateful for this recognition of KSV on such an important level 🙏 and thankful for the chance to perform for these esteemed officials 🎶 — a proud and memorable moment for our entire school family! 🎉 |
🌿 Recognition Across Dharwad: Krishi Mela Fair |
September 13-16th marked the four day annual agricultural fair "Krishi Mela" conducted by University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS) in Dharwad🌾. People flock from all over India to attend this festival to learn about agriculture and farming practices🌻. Our KSV students had the wonderful opportunity to perform at prestigious event💫. A heartfelt thank you to the University of Agricultural Sciences for making this memorable experience possible for our students🙏! |
🗞️ KSV Feature in the Times of India |
We are thrilled to be featured in the Times of India article "10 Most Unique Schools of India and Why They Should be Visited Once"☀️! This article recognises the importance of the work KSV engages in, and is a celebration of the students, staff, volunteers, alumni, and donors who make this mission possible. Read the full article here.😊 |
📚 Bi-Annual College Student Gathering |
This past semester, we hosted our bi-annual meeting with all of the college students who are supported through KSV’s donors and child sponsorship program 🌟. The gathering provided a wonderful opportunity for students to reconnect with the KSV community 🤝, share updates about their studies and personal growth 📚, and reflect on their educational journeys beyond the campus 🌿. It was inspiring to see how KSV alumni continue to carry forward the school’s values of dedication, compassion, and creativity into their college lives and future aspirations 💫. |
🎓 Spreading Wellness: Partnership with Laval University |
Thanks to our partnership with Laval University (Quebec, Canada), which allows us to host student interns each year between June and August, we were happy to welcome four interns this year: Julia Wang, Éléonore Laplante, Stéphanie Carignan, and Sarah-Maude Ruest (from left to right in the photo).
Julia and Éléonore, both nursing students, worked closely with our on-site nurse at the Bobo House 🩹 and provided valuable support in student health care while gaining hands-on experience in a new environment.
Stéphanie, a physiotherapy student, helped our students through movement, massage, and exercise. With her experience working with athletes, she brought great expertise to our school💪. Sarah-Maude studies occupational therapy, a field that focuses on helping people carry out daily activities such as writing, dressing, or sitting comfortably☺️. Together, Stéphanie and Sarah-Maude supported students and staff with posture and injury-related issues, offering practical tips and treatments to improve comfort and mobility.
In addition to their daily work, all four interns led health workshops for students, promoting healthy habits and better body awareness⛑️. This partnership plays an essential role in improving our students’ well-being, supporting our full-time nurse, and bringing new skills and approaches to health care that our students might not otherwise have access to. |
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🇮🇳 Celebrating 78 Years of Indian Independence |
On August 15, 2025, the KSV community came together in unity and pride to celebrate India’s Independence Day 💚. The morning began with the flag hoisting ceremony 🎉, where our students, teachers, and staff gathered to honor the nation and reflect on its journey toward freedom. Following this, a heartfelt puja for Mahatma Gandhi and Bharat Mata 🙏 filled the campus with a spirit of gratitude, peace, and reverence. Music, smiles, and a shared sense of belonging echoed throughout the celebration✨, a beautiful reminder of KSV’s commitment to harmony, culture, and togetherness. 🇮🇳 |
❤️ Your Support Shapes Our Future |
Every achievement you’ve read about — from academic triumphs 🎓 to cultural celebrations 🎭 — is made possible by the kindness 💖 and generosity 🙏 of our supporters.
At KSV, we provide free education, nutritious meals, healthcare, and rich cultural programs to children from disadvantaged backgrounds. By becoming a child sponsor 🌟, you can directly transform a child’s future, giving them not just the basics but the confidence, skills, and dreams to shape their own destiny.
📩 Sponsor a child today — and be part of a story where hope grows 🌱, music plays 🎶, and lives change forever 💫.
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