School

Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandir

Belur Math, Howrah, West Bengal - 711 202

Phone : 033 - 26549181 / 26549281
Email : vmandir@cal2.vsnl.net.in

Mission Statement
An attempt is made to impart an all-round education.

Background
Swami Vivekanand wanted to rehabilitate the past glories of our motherland through education and hold aloft the Indian ideals of devotion, wisdom and morality. With Swamiji’s comprehensive scheme of education, the authorities founded the Mission Vidyamandir in 1941 under the auspices of the Saradapitha - a branch of the Ramakrishna Mission. Though originally it was an Intermediate Arts College, it received affiliation in some commerce subjects in 1945. The Vidyamandir was upgraded into a three-year degree college in July, 1960. A Higher Secondary Section (Classes XI and XII) was added in September, 1978.

Campus
The Vidyamandir is located close to the Ramakrishna Mission at Belur. There are five hostels under the charge of the superintendent. The college has a separate library complex which is well-stocked with books. Personal computers have been installed in a well-equipped and furnished room.

Atmosphere
The Vidyamandir is purely residential. All students are expected to reside in the college hostels. The hostels form an integral part in the scheme of an all-round education. They are run on the principles of the ancient ‘Gurukula’ system. The college atmosphere is peaceful, disciplined and of moral purity which helps students become worthy citizens. There is no din of city life.

The Head
Swami Atmapriyananda is the Principal. He is assisted by the Vice Principal Swami Tyagarupananda.

The Pupils
Resident superintendents who are members of the Ramakrishna Order are in charge of the hostels. They are responsible for imparting discipline under the supervision and guidance of the Principal.

Results / Exams
Each session is split up into suitable terms. Promotion to the higher class and sending the candidates for the university/council examination depends on the results of class tests. A student’s general conduct, regularity and punctuality in classes as well as in the hostel is considered before allowing him to stay on in the institution. A student who fails or has not appeared in the Annual Test or University Examination or fails to attain the required percentage of attendance, forfeits the privilege of continuing his studies.

Sports
There are arrangements for Football, Volleyball, Cricket, Gymnastics and other games. In addition to these, the boys play indoor games. A separate unit of the Senior N.C.C. is in existence. Periodic camp life forms a part of the N.C.C. training.

Extra curricular activities
A college magazine named ‘Vidyamandir Patrika’ is published annually in co-operation with the boys. A wall magazine is also periodically brought out with the help of the students. Opportunities are given to cultivate fine arts such as music, drama, recitation, photography, drawing etc. Excursions and tours are arranged on occasions.

Fees
Admission fee of Rs 2000.00 and fees for the terms are to be paid at the Vidyashram, at the time of admission.

Admission
Fresh students passing the Higher Secondary Examination (Plus Two) of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (or its equivalent examination) may apply for admission to the Ist year class of the degree course. Fresh students passing the Madhyamik Examination of the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (or its equivalent examination) may apply for admission to Class XI of the higher secondary course. Only a limited number of students who aim not only at academic excellence but simultaneously aspire to build up their lives on such moral virtues as truthfulness, honesty, devotion to duty, self-reliance and industry are generally granted admission in this residential college. To qualify both in the academic test and in the interview by the Board of Superintendents headed by the Principal is essential for admission.

Scholarship
A limited number of free seats and stipends are granted to poor and meritorious students subject to the following conditions:

• The boys, who receive scholarships and stipends from any other sources must surrender them in full to the college. If however, the amount of the scholarships and stipends exceeds the amount awarded by the college, the surplus will be refunded to the boy.

• The concession granted by the college may be reduced or cancelled altogether if the general conduct of the boy or his progress in studies is not satisfactory.

• Any free seat/stipend holder leaving the college without completion of the course of study will be liable to refund the amount of money spent on him by the Vidyamandir towards meeting his college and hostel charges.

• Income certificate of the guardian from the appropriate authority is to be submitted.

How to get there
The Vidyamandir is located on the Grand Trunk Road, 10 kms from Kolkata and nearly 7 kms from the Howrah Station and is linked up with both, by a regular bus service.

Birla Vidyamandir

Nainital, Uttarakhand - 263 001

Phone : 05942 - 236879  Reception : 05942 - 238729 / 235370  Fax : 05942 - 236183
Email : bvm1@sancharnet.in
Website : www.birlavidyamandir.org

Mission Statement
To groom the personality and intellect of the students as per the dictates of the modern age. To identify their inherent potential and to provide an atmosphere / facility congenial and conducive to its growth so as to facilitate the process of career determination at +2 level. To strive hard to produce a generation having an Indian psyche with global vision.

Resource generation
The institution generates its own funds by realisation of fees.

Background
Founded in the year 1947 as a fully residential public school under the partonage of Pt. Govind Ballabh Pant, the renowned statesman and freedom fighter and Sri G. D. Birla - the industrial doyen and philanthropist, with an objective to inculcate a sense of reverence in the young generation of independent India for its culture and heritage while imbibing learning skills to develop working skills.

Campus
Situated at a height of about 2400 metres above sea level and 455 metres above the Naini lake the school campus commands a magnificent view of the central Himalayan ranges with their majestic snow-capped peaks. The estate extends over 65 acres in area and contains classrooms, laboratories, auditorium, library, hostels, dining hall, workshops, hobby centres, computer centres, play fields, gymnasium, skating rink, swimming pool, dispensary and staff quarters.

The Teaching Staff
The institution has about 50 highly qualified, experienced and dedicated faculty. A team of about 60 administrative and 120 helping staff works around with dedication and zeal to manage other aspects of the school.

The Pupils
The school is for boys only. Students come as boarders from all parts of India & abroad and represent a wide cross-section of society. About 800 students are lodged in the boarding houses.

Affiliation
Affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, Delhi the school has class IV to VIII in the junior section campus and IX to XII in senior section with science and commerce streams at +2 level. Scholastic and Co-Scholastic subjects are provided for. Easy access to computer, multimedia, internet, audio-visuals and also by introducing Personality Development, Career foundation, Career literacy and Career-by-Choice programmes both at junior and senior levels. Provision for IIT, Medical and CA foundation exists. The school is a member of Indian Public Schools’ Conference, National Progressive Schools’ Conference & CBSE Sahodaya School Complex and has ISO 9002 certification.

Results / Exams
The institution is well known for its academic excellence and is proud of the hundred per cent pass record it has been maintaining at class X and XII examination levels.

Sports
Games are compulsory for all students. These include Hockey, Football, Cricket, Tennis, Basket ball, Volleyball, Handball, Badminton, Table tennis, Roller-skating, Gymnastics and Athletics. Training is imparted by coaches of repute. The school has three NCC Junior Division troops - one each of Army, Navy and Air wing. Opportunities for mountaineering, skiing and rock climbing are provided on a regular basis.

Extra curricular activities
Hobby activities popular among the boys are vocal and instrumental music, painting, carpentry, metal works, photography and electronics. In addition, Inter-House contests are held by the various societies and clubs such as the Cultural Societies, English and Hindi Societies, General Knowledge Society, Photography Club, Hiking Club and Computer Club also provide a lot of opportunities for the boys to develop their talents. Educational tours, exchange programmes in collaboration with foreign schools and educational institutions, workshops, seminars and visits of celebrities are also arranged.

Admission
Boys are admitted in Classes IV to VIII on the basis of merit of a written test and interviews held at Nainital centre in the month of November and in Delhi and Lucknow centres in the month of January every year. Annual expenditure for each students comes around Rs 70000.00 including boarding, lodging, books & stationary and personal expenses etc. subject to revision based on price index.

Management
The Birla Vidya Mandir Society headed by Chairman, Board of Governors, manages the school.

Alumni
The school has a regular alumni association and old Boys get together from time to time in Nainital and other parts of the country.

Other details
The Computer and Multimedia centres both in Junior and Senior sections are well equipped with the latest machines, peripherals and technology. Internet, of course, is the star attraction in the school. The main emphasis is on using this state of the art technology for personality development of the students and to provide them with a choice to choose and build their career. Every student of BVM is awarded a Certificate of Computer Course on the completion of Primary Level, Secondary Level and Senior Level computer education and for Excellence in Computer Project Work.