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📢 Welcome to the February 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 showcase our students' progress and the impact of your support. 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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🚂 Lessons in Leadership and Social Good: The Jagriti Yatra |
In November, we were honoured to host the Jagriti Yatra at its first stop on the tour for the seventh time, continuing a cherished tradition that brings inspiring young changemakers from across India to our campus. 🌟 The visitors explored our school grounds, met with students and staff, and experienced firsthand the vibrant learning environment that defines KSV. 🎓
The day was filled with music, movement, and meaningful conversations. 🎶💃 Our talented students presented captivating dance and vocal performances, led by our vocal teacher, Sukanya Pattar, and our dance teacher, Kaveri Katagi. Their efforts showcase our students' talents and dedication, inspiring pride in our community. ❤️ Later, the Yatris gathered for a fireside chat with our Director, Adam Woodward, who spoke about KSV's mission, our community's journey, and the power of education and the arts to transform lives. ✨ We are delighted to see KSV alum Anjali Marihal among the Yatris this year!
It was a day of mutual inspiration as our students shone on stage, and our guests left with renewed enthusiasm for creating positive change in their own communities. 🌍 We look forward to welcoming the Jagriti Yatra again and continuing this wonderful exchange of ideas, culture, and hope, strengthening our shared commitment to growth and community impact. 🤝🌱 |
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🏅 United Under One House: KSV House Competitions |
In December, KSV hosted its annual team house performing arts competition! 🎭 Each year, students are divided into houses based on six Gharanas of Hindustani vocal music. The performing arts competition marks a significant opportunity for each house to win points. 🏆 Our competitions were held over two days and offered students the chance to compete in instrumental, vocal, drama, and dance performances across two age groups. 🎶👯♂️ Our music staff graded them across a variety of criteria, including technical difficulty and creativity. These performances celebrated the skills, rigour, and collaboration our students passionately showcase. 🌟
On January 9th, KSV hosted our annual House Olympic Games! 🏅 This volunteer-led day was filled with fun games, friendly competition, and high-energy enthusiasm from all 6 of our teams! 🙌 We want to thank all of our volunteers and staff for making this day possible, especially our Volunteer Coordinator, Tara Fortier. At the end of a fun-filled day, 3 teams emerged victorious, and we crowned our winners! 🎉
🥇 Patiala 🥈 Gwalior 🥉 Rampur
We are so proud of our students for their hard work, team spirit, and leadership throughout these two activities! 💪❤️ |
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🏆 Celebrating Student Success at Prathiba Karangi |
In December, KSV celebrated two students 🎉 who achieved top honours in their respective competitions during round 2 of Prathiba Karangi: Ananya (4th Std) in Devotional Song (1-4) 🎵 and Pooja (6th Std) in Devotional Song (5-7) and Patriotic Song. 🇮🇳 Pooja's further success with 1st place in Desha Bhakti Geete 🥇 and 2nd in Bhakti Geete at the District Level 🥈 exemplifies the remarkable growth and dedication of our students. We are so proud of their accomplishments 👏 and grateful to our teachers, donors, and sponsors 🙏 who support these inspiring opportunities for our students! 🌟 |
🎶Art as Exploration: Young Musicians at Work in Karnataka |
The last 3 months saw a wide range of opportunities for KSV's musicians to perform in Dharwad and beyond 🎶✨.
In December, our vocal students had the opportunity to perform at the Children's Academy Silver Jubilee Ceremony in Dharwad 🎉. Led by vocal teacher Sukanya Pattar, our students performed for a packed audience! 👏 She also led a performance for the Department of Kannada and Culture's Young Souraba Program in Dharwad 🎤.
KSV staff and alums also hosted and attended a program in Dharwad on December 27th honouring the life and legacy of former tabla teacher Pandit Ravi Kudligi 🎵. This program began with a group of young tabla artists performing, including KSV students 🎶. The ceremony also included the bestowal of a title on Rupak Bhattacharjee, who hosted a tabla workshop at KSV on December 25th and 26th 🥁.
Students also had the opportunity to travel to Davangere for a weekend of art and music through the India Foundation for the Arts (IFA) program "Kali Kalisu: Introduction and Discussion on Art-Integrated Projects" 🎨. Students also had the opportunity to explore their work alongside theatre school Arivu Vidhya Samsthe in Mysuru 🎭. |
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📚 Where History Comes Alive: KSV Students Explore Badami |
On January 3rd, our 6-9th Standard students visited Badami and the surrounding region to bridge classroom learning with real-world application! 🏞️✨ Students used this opportunity to understand the region's rich cultural heritage and to witness centuries of art and architecture firsthand, bringing their history lessons to life. 📚🏛️ Beyond academics, the trip encouraged curiosity, teamwork, independence, and a deeper connection with India's rich cultural and religious heritage. 🤝🌍 The shared joy of exploring a new space as a community, and all the learning and joy that come with it, is a highlight of KSV's holistic education. 🎉👩🏫 It is amazing to see experience become knowledge in real time. 🌟📖 |
🎵 A Morning of Music – Powered by EdelGive |
Thanks to the generous support 🙏 of the EdelGive Foundation, our quarterly music programmes continue to be defining moments of the year 🎵. At the end of December, EdelGive hosted a massive music program at KSV, celebrating our students and the Dharwad community 🎶. We had the honour of hosting retired Indian Air Force Shri Rudresh Bhajantri on the Shehnai 🎺, accompanied by Shri Prashanth Harogeri on the tabla 🥁, for a beautiful hour-long performance. Our vocal 🎤, tabla, and violin 🎻 students also delighted audiences with wonderful performances. What an incredible way to mark the end of 2025! 🎉
Our students are not only mastering the technical skills required for Hindustani music, but are also learning how to build and sustain a community through music. This creates a wonderful campus environment 🌼, where music is a bridge language not only between our students, but also with the larger Dharwad community! 🌍🎶 |
☀️ Creating the Future of Hindustani Music - Powered by EdelGive |
The support of the EdelGive Foundation has also brought music professionals from across India to KSV's campus to help teach and train our students 🎶. In December, we hosted a 2-day tabla workshop with Pandit Rupak Bhattacharjee 🥁. The workshop gave our students the opportunity to perform and learn from one of the greats 🎤. KSV also hosted a 2-day vocal workshop with Pandit Kumar Mardur 🎼. |
📢 Building the Future: New Spaces, New Opportunities |
This semester saw two new buildings on our campus: a drama classroom 🎭 and a new small girls' hostel 🏠! We are grateful to the two CASIRA teams for their help in building these new spaces and for their continued partnership as our campus grows! 🌱
Special thanks to Marc Provost and the foundation Partage Québec 🙌, who provided 15 new computers 💻 to the KSV community - 10 to college students 🎓, 5 to our office 🏢. |
🌏 Innovation & Imagination: A Celebration of Science at KSV |
On January 22nd, KSV hosted its 2026 Science Exhibition 🎉. During this event, students showcased their projects and models across major scientific themes, including energy and technology ⚡, life and Earth sciences 🌱, astronomy 🌌, mathematics ➕, history 📜, and geography 🗺️. This was a wonderful opportunity for students to showcase their academic work to peers, staff, and visitors 👩🎓👨🎓. The day concluded with our jury evaluating the event winners 🏆. We extend our sincere thanks to the jury members and the teachers from neighbouring schools for their commitment and valuable contributions! 🙏✨ |
🗞️ KSV Feature in Brainfeed Magazine |
We are thrilled to announce that KSV was featured in the November print edition of Brainfeed Educational Magazine on their list highlighting alternative schools! 🎉 We are grateful for the continued recognition of the work accomplished here at KSV and of our students' success. 🙌 This support is not possible without the generous contributions from our staff, teachers, sponsors, and partners. 🤝✨ |
🩺 Health Preparedness: Strengthening Student Well-being |
Over the past 3 months, KSV has hosted staff and students from Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) Hospital to help our students learn more about nutrition, hygiene, and public health. 🌿👩⚕️ We are grateful for SDM's continued support in educating our children! 🙏
Throughout this semester, volunteers Diane Martinez and Robinson Kremlin also hosted first-aid training for our older students to teach them what to do in emergencies. 🚑🩹 Three of our students have completed the training and are now first-aid certified: Poorvi, Soujanya, and Abhishek! 🎉👏 |
🇮🇳 Unity, Pride & Freedom — Republic Day at KSV |
On January 26th, 2026, the KSV community came together to celebrate Republic Day 🎉. The morning began with a flag hoisting led by teacher Anita D.P. 🇮🇳 and 10th Standard Sangeeta. Then, students sang a patriotic, prayerful song 🎶, followed by a wonderful cultural program featuring students from all standards. Students brilliantly showcased their artistic talents through singing 🎤, dance 💃, theatre performances 🎭, and speeches 🗣️.
At this program, we also awarded two Professor A.V. Ramrao Awards for 2025-2026 🏆: Nalina Badiger for Academic Teacher 📚 and Kathak teacher Kaveri Katangi for Performing Arts Teacher 🎵. This program served as a wonderful reflection of KSV's ideals and the values of sharing 🤝, respect 🙏, compassion ❤️, 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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