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Hello Future! At Chitkara International School

he drive to ensure “learning that designed by subject experts and faculty of
makes a difference” has been Chitkara University and Chitkara International
Tthe genesis of many worthwhile School.
educational reforms over the years. Be it the • Industrial Programmes for Young
shift to smart classrooms or the focus on art- Learners Innovative Learning Spaces and Hybrid
integrated learning, educationists worldwide Close alliances with the Punjab and Classrooms of the Future
have worked hard to provide “functional Himachal Pradesh campuses of Chitkara Special attention is given to creating
education” to children that induces effective University provide CIS students with learning spaces that instantly evoke a
individual and societal development. ample exposure through industry-aligned passion for learning within CIS students. The
One such exemplary initiative developed programmes. For example Chefography Squad Rooms (activity and theme-based
at Chitkara International School (CIS) is introduces budding chefs to the world of co-curricular and vocational rooms),
the reverse integrated learning model hospitality and hotel management providing Knowledge Walkways (corridors exhibiting
(Ph.D to Playway) aimed at maintaining them with a platform to showcase their syllabus-related posters and university’s
the highest standards of modern, research- culinary skills. Through Change the Game, patented models and research projects),
based education. The model equips younger young learners interact with eminent Green Windows (blinds depicting
generations with the required business, personalities and industry experts. While eco-friendly information), Career Walls
research and technological skills to help Diamond Challenge encourages budding (screens with career-related gen), Fact
them succeed in Industry 4.0. It’s noteworthy entrepreneurs to pitch their business ideas on Windows (showing interesting facts) and
that CIS was born out of a need realised global platforms ensuring promising careers, Value Windows (showing righteous values)
by its founders -- Dr. Madhu Chitkara and CineMaestro – Shaping Future Filmmakers maximise students’ interest in learning.
Dr. Niyati Chitkara -- to develop students’ offers real time training in filmma ing, acting, Under its vocational training programme,
research and entrepreneurship skills, with choreography, etc. the school runs well-devised squad lessons
the objective to boost their employability in a Collaborative Learning through in acting, singing, painting, photography,
dynamic world. Internationalisation at Chitkara Schools robotics, hospitality, speaking, coding,
Through its Ph.D to Playway learning With over 180 international media & animation, gaming orientation
model, the school empowers students to collaborations (Deakin University, Australia, which focus on skill-based learning, and
transcend the boundaries of knowledge and Vancouver Island University, Canada, enhancement of soft skills under its reverse-
experiences at all levels. CIS well-designed Macquarie University, Australia, University integrated PhD to Playway model.
curriculum that integrates co-curricular of Delaware, USA, Isituto Comprensivo Employability-Focused learning Studios,
with academic education focuses Dante Schools, Italy, Progate Inc., Japan) ATL Lab & Career Progression Structures
on creative art and design, meeting and over 200 foreign visitors in a year, CIS at Chitkara Schools
prowess, banking & finance, telephonic has provided its students with international The promotion of research-based
conversation, socialising across cultures, exposure widening their entrepreneurial and education is well-enshrined in the school’s
business correspondence, dramatic play, professional opportunities. CIS students mission and vision. CIS focuses on developing
negotiation, presentation, basic auto are also encouraged to attend international researching skills within students and
and organisational skills, saving habit, programmes, webinars and workshops. faculty through its innovative curriculum
language proficiency, positive thinking and Unique & Simulated School Internship and learning methodologies.
the art of conversation. Programme with Chitkara’s B.Ed. College Under NITI Aayog’s Atal Innovation
TEK-8 Curriculum and Industrial One of the most prominent aspects of Mission, the school has recently launched the
Programmes for Grade 1 and above the Reverse Gamut of Education at CIS is Atal Tinkering Lab at its Chandigarh campus.
• TEK-8 (Specialised Eight STEAM- the constructive integration of Teacher, The ATL@CIS provides a workspace for
Based Modules) Student and Hybrid Education -- highlighted students to experiment with their innovative
The school’s TEK-8 curriculum in the recently released NEP 2020. Chitkara ideas through hands on, do-it-yourself
includes practical modules on Computer University’s unique B.Ed programme allows methods. Students work with diverse tools
Science, Electronics, Mobile Technology, aspirant teachers to experience, handle and and equipment enabling them to comprehend
Automobile, Robotics, Household and Energy learn from real classroom situations within the the basics of STEAM (Science, Technology,
Management Technology, collaboratively CIS campus. Engineering, Arts and Maths).
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