Mysore's Excel Public School 7" Edition of STEAM Fest witnesses the highest footfall of 5000+ vistors
पटौदी इंटरप्राइजेज एवं अलगोजा रिसोर्ट - बूंदी
पटौदी इंटरप्राइजेज एवं अलगोजा रिसोर्ट कीऔर से बूंदी वासियों को दीपावली की हार्दिक बधाई व शुभकामनाएं
Over 150 projects displayed, including submissions for the ATL Marathon and 36 innovative projects themed around water.
Prof. Lokanath NK, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Mysore, inaugurated the event and launched a coffee table book Roots to Rocket.
Students, parents, educators, and science enthusiasts from the city and the state attended the fest.
Mysore, August 30, 2024 Excel Public School, Mysore, successfully hosted its 7th annual STEAM Fest 2024 on Friday, August 30th, at its Koorgalli campus with a record 5000+ visitors from the city and the state attending the event. The fest was inaugurated by Prof. Lokanath NK, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Mysore, who along with the Principal Mr. Mathew KG and Mr. Prashanth Handady, the School Correspondent, officially launched the event. The fest, which has become a hallmark of the school's commitment to promoting Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) education, attracted students, parents, educators, and science enthusiasts. across the district.
Ms. Chitra Uthaya, Head of Learning Events and Assessment at Excelsoft Technologies, delivered an insightful note on this year's theme, "Argyam," stressing the importance of water conservation in light of growing global water scarcity. As an ode to the students' ingenuity, a coffee table book titled "Roots to Rockets" was launched at the inaugural ceremony. 'Roots to Rockets' is a compilation of the student innovations presented at the fest. Following the inaugural ceremony, the audience was enthralled by a captivating cultural program, which included a dance performance depicting the origin of water, an innovative puppet show titled "Seashells and Star Stuff," a mime act on unequal access to water, and a courtroom drama on granting legal rights to water titled "Your Honour,". The cultural program was concluded with an inspiring musical performance by the students, featuring a song titled "Pani," dedicated to the theme of water conservation.
The visitors had the opportunity to visit the school's 7,000 sq ft innovation center, interact and engage with students, and witness 150 innovative projects with 36 projects centered around the theme of water and the remaining spread across Sustainable, Agriculture, Education, Al, Virtual Reality, Mobility, and more. Some of the notable projects included Nature RO - an innovative sustainable, DIY reverse osmosis filter system, Plant Filtration System for Greywater, Comic strips Aquapulator & Anarchy at
Bay, and an AI DEN where visitors got a chance to immerse themselves in the world of
Al and Gen Al.
Talking about the event Prof. Lokanath NK, Vice-Chancellor, the University of Mysore stated, "Prof. Dhananjaya's legacy in technology education is profound, and his son, Mr. Sudhanva, has built on that foundation, establishing Excel Public School as a beacon of excellence in education, not only in Mysore but across Karnataka. This year's STEAM Fest theme, 'Argyam,' reflects the school's deep awareness of global challenges like water conservation. I applaud Excel Public School for fostering an environment where learning and innovation thrive."
Mathew K G, Principal, Excel Public School, said, "The STEAM Fest is more than just a showcase of projects; it is a celebration of the creativity, curiosity, and commitment of our students and mentors. Each year, our students push the boundaries of innovation, and this year's theme, 'Argyam, highlights their deep understanding of the critical issues facing our world today. I am incredibly proud of their efforts and the impact they are making in our community and beyond."
Excel Public School's STEAM Fest '24 once again demonstrated the school's commitment to nurturing young minds, fostering innovation, and raising awareness on critical global issues through the integration of science and art.
About Excel Public School
Excel Public School is the realization of the dream of an educationist and visionary, Prof. MH Dhananjaya, and Mr D. Sudhanva the MD and CEO of Excelsoft Technologies, a global leader in innovative technology-based solutions for education and training. Located in Mysuru, the school is run by Excel Education and E-Learning Trust, a non- profit, charitable trust. Since its inception in 2009, Excel Public School (EPS) has grown into an institution that is recognized for bringing about a transformation in school education, synchronous with contemporary global standards. The school follows unique instructional strategies that are dynamic, contemporary, and primarily constructivist, where technology plays the role of an effective enabler. By using innovative interdisciplinary methods, learning happens in a heterogeneous and inclusive ecosystem.
