The basic thrust of Shri Padam Chand Ji’s ideology was:
"To grow physically, mentally, emotionally and intellectually,
the child must essentially be happy
Rewards and punishments are harmful for the healthy growth of the child.
"
Home is the first and the most important laboratory where the potential of
early childhood is observed, stimulated, assisted and developed,
and the school and playground constitute the second environment of the child.
The Happy Parent, the Happy teacher and the Happy Child form an indivisible trinity
Since its inception, Happy
School has witnessed a remarkable growth reflected in numerous
significant achievements and accolades garnered over nearly 72 years of its existence.
The dissemination of education
in keeping with NEP is student-centric, inquiry and application
based that encourages amongst students critical thinking, evaluation and creativity. The
homework assignments encourage individual striving and self reliance. Problem solving and
communication skills are an integral part of our curriculum and great emphasis is laid on team
work as well. These soft skills enhance social and emotional development, teach the
youngsters-to navigate personal relationships, manage life's challenges and become well-rounded
individuals.
Each class room of Nursery Wing
is equipped with smart boards and individual smart rooms have
been made available for all other departments. The school stands divided into four houses namely
KABIR, TAGORE, SAPRU and TILAK - all men of exemplary achievements and patriotic fervour, truly
an inspiration for young Happians. The student council, our second line of administration is an
engaging and focused body. Our teachers actively engage in ongoing professional development
activities leading to adoption of innovative teaching methodologies and upgraded instructional
practices. The school has an Anti-Bullying Committee and cameras have been strategically
installed across the building.
The school regularly undertakes
excursions, educational trips and organises adventure camps. Our
students have travelled to Switzerland on educational trip and to Japan and the USA under
student exchange programmes. Educational visits to banks and places of scientific & historical
interest are an integral part of school's schedule.
The school houses a modern IT
suite, an encyclopedic library and well-equipped science
laboratories.
We promote and support
involvement in sports and extra-curricular activities and our students
regularly achieve glory and honour for their school at zonal, state and national levels.
Assemblies, house meetings,
Life-skill activities, Inter-house competitions, literary and art
meets are key features of our school's Calendar.
The activities of Eco Club,
Road Safety Club, Book Reading Club, Disaster Management Club,
Self-Defense Club, Innovative Club, Music, Art & Dance Club provide student with opportunities
to unlock their potential and hone their talent.
The school celebrates all
national and religious festivals. Anand Utsav, our annual function,
Padam Chand Memorial inter-school art competition, Departmental functions and Sports Day are key
elements of our yearly celebration.
Art Education, HPE and Eco-Club
activities enable us to promote holistic development of students
and help them become more environmentally sensitive individuals.
Our dedicated teachers and staff
work tirelessly so that every student receives individual
attention. It is not only the bright minds that we nurture. Our approach is 'inclusive' and we
strive to equip all students to succeed in this ever changing world and emerge as impeccable
global citizens.
The school is distinguished by
the exemplary achievements of its alumni who have won
distinctions and achieved recognition in diverse fields. Their accomplishments as doctors,
engineers, college lecturers, chartered accountants, media moguls, astute businesspersons,
actors, defence officers and even contributors to an Oscar-winning production for the country
reiterate the phenomenal influence of their alma mater!