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Christ Nagar International School, conducted a poster-exhibitionand signature campaign on the hazardous effects of Endosulfan.The programme entitled “Save Our Generation” was inauguratedby Smt. P.K. Sreemathi, the State Minister for Health.Through this move, the students aimed at creating awareness aboutthe controversial pesticide and also to secure a nation-wide ban onit. More than 5000 signatures were collected through this campaign.It was arranged in the Christ Nagar School Grounds and thesignatures thus collected were forwarded to the Chief Minister, Shri.V.S. Achuthanandan and to the Union Minister for Health, Shri.Anbumani Ramadoss. Christ Nagar International School is the firstschool from the state to have come up with an awareness programmeon Endosulfan.Congratulations to the students of 10th grade and9th grade students for organising the programme and making it asuccess.

Onam CelebrationsCNIS celebrated Onam on 20th august 2010 which was mademore colourful by Ms. Kobayashi Fume San, a JapaneseTeacher in TCS, Techno park inaugurated the function. TheOnam message was delivered by Rev. Fr. Jose Kaduthanamwhich inspired everyone.CNIS celebrated Onam with greatzest and vigour. Uriyadi, tug of war, thiruvathirakali, pulikkalietc, the traditional games of Kerala aroused nostalgicfeelings.CNItes Styphe and Renjith blessed everyone in theirMahabali attire and Agnivesh came in as Vamanan. CNIteswelcomed Mahabali by Panchavadyam and by arrangingbeautiful Pookkalam. Teachers presented a gorgeousthiruvathirakali as well.After a sumptuous Onam sadhya and10 days of relaxation the school re-opened on 30th August 2010.

Yentha.comCNIS bagged the second place in the Pookkalamcompetition organized by Yentha.com. The cashaward of Rs.1000/- was donated to our charity drive,“Gram Darshan”. On behalf of CNIS teachersreceived the crystal trophy from former ambassadorT.P Sreenivasan, IFS.

CNItes visit Technopark“Infosys” welcomed the students of grades VII,VIII and IX tomake them aware of the Information Technology. The studentsparticipated in the workshop held at their Trivandrum campus.

Shastra Prathibha MathsaramThe Shastra Prathibha Mathsaram held at SMV school, Trivandrummotivated many CNItes to participate.

Kerala PiraviCNIS celebrated Kerala Piravi on November 1st with a difference.Ms. Josy, gave an excellent presentation on Kerala’s art, culture,tradition and beliefs.Chocolates in Goethe CenterStudents of grade IV, bagged the award for the Best ChocolateDecoration, organized by the German institute, Goethe Zentrum ,at Trivandrum. As part of their anniversary celebrations a banquetwas arranged for the parents and guests.Young World Quiz Competition.Students of grade VIII and IX participated in the Young WorldQuiz Competition, organized by the prestigious daily , The Hindu.

With BRITISH HIGH COMMISSIONERAs a part of cultural and educational exchange programme,BritishHigh Commissioner had a meeting with our Principal Rev Fr. Joseyand Mr. Thomas Mani Academic coordinator at Taj Residency.

Raffle DrawCNItes sold booklets for the raffle draw. Thresia of grade VII, collected an amount of Rs.2400/-by selling 16 booklets. Thanks to thegenerous sponsors who made the event a successful one for our charity drive programme. The scintillating gifts were as follows:I Prize – Dinner for three at Taj Residency, Vazhuthacadu sponsored by Mullackkal Medical Store.II Prize – An attractive ladies watch and a pearl set sponsored by Consul of Maldives, Trivandrum.III Prize – Dinner for four at Travancore heritage, Kovalam sponsored by Genser Group of Companies.IV Prize – Gift Hamper of chocolates and cheese sponsored by Dreams, Kaudiar.V Prize – Beauty Products sponsored by Mary Ann Beauty Clinic.VI Prize – Gift Voucher from Sarwaa, Life Style Shop sponsored by Guardian Builders and Realtors

Best PersonalityOur friends from Germany Jan and Kerstin organizedthe best personality competition in CNIS. It includedvarious stages like self introduction, songs, spellingbee, act to the situation, staying as a statue andpersonal interview. CNIte Ranjith Padmakumar wasawarded the best personality of CNIS.

Campaign against Endosulfan