Co-Scholastic — Highlights
Rochak 2026
On the occasion of Hindi Diwas, our students represented Barnes at ‘Rochak’, an Inter-School Hindi Language Competition hosted by Christ Church School, Mumbai, on 12th September 2026.
From poster making and article writing to street play, dance, cookery and Bollywood medley, our students participated in a range of competitions and secured several positions.
The Results Are In!
Poster Making – 2nd Position
Newspaper Article Writing – 2nd Position
Street Play – 2nd Position
Video Clip – 3rd Position
Dance Masti – 2nd Position
Unique Cookery Show – 2nd Position
Bollywood Medley – 3rd Position
The winners were felicitated on 18th September 2026
Spell-Bee Competition - Middle School
Who Spelled It Right?
The Middle School Spell Bee Competition was held on 17th September 2026, with two students from each grade, Grades 5 to 8, taking on a series of spelling challenges.
And here are the results!
Grade 6 – 1st Position
Grade 7 – 2nd Position
Grade 5 & Grade 8 – 3rd Position
The winners were felicitated on 18th September 2026.
On 16th September 2026, our School Band was felicitated for securing 1st Place at the National Music Competition held in Mumbai. Their dedication, teamwork, and passion for music have made this achievement truly special.
Her success is a testament to her sharp intellect, perseverance, and passion for learning.
Gold at the Open Taekwondo Championship
Moksh Pagare secured the Gold Medal at the Open Taekwondo Championship. His dedication, discipline, and determination have led him to this remarkable achievement, bringing immense pride to Barnes School & Junior College.
Red House Shone Bright at Senior School Inter‑House Cultural Fest
From 11 to 13 August 2026, the Senior School came alive with enthusiasm and healthy competition during the Inter-House Cultural Fest.
Students competed across three exciting categories — Quiz, Debate, and Mathletics — putting their knowledge, confidence, reasoning, and quick thinking to the test. With every round, our young participants showcased their skills while striving to earn valuable points for their respective houses.
Champions of the ASISC Zonal Competitions
On 7 August 2026, our talented students were felicitated for their outstanding achievements at the ASISC Zonal Competitions.
Winners:
Mahi Lunkad — 2nd in Painting (Junior Category)
Mann Lunkad — 2nd in Drawing (Sub‑Junior Category)
Barnes School Voices Shine in Elocution Contest
On 31st July 2025, we announced the winners of the Elocution Competition held on 23rd July 2025. The competition had showcased not only eloquence but also the courage to speak with conviction. Each speaker brought unique perspectives, making the event both enlightening and entertaining.
Waste Transformed, Rakhis Adorned: Barnes School Honours Talent
On August 26, 2025, winners of the Best Out of Waste and Rakhi Making competitions were felicitated for their creativity & imagination. The event highlighted the school’s commitment to nurturing both artistry and environmental awareness. Congratulations to all the winners for their creativity and artistic flair!
Blue House Leads with Conviction in Environmental Debate
On August 4th, 2025, Evans Hall buzzed with spirited debate as middle school students tackled the motion: “Should developing countries invest in making environmental reforms?” The debate not only tested critical thinking but also highlighted awareness of global issues.
Barnes School Cadets Earn Honours at CATC‑515
From 25th July to 3rd August, 21 students from Barnes School participated in NCC Camp CATC-515 held at the Artillery Centre, Nashik. Gatha Vaidya won silver in Drawing; Nilanjan earned a medal in Debate. The camp instilled discipline, leadership, and patriotism among cadets.
On 6th August 2025, the Middle School Elocution Competition 2025–26 brought together students of Classes 7 and 8 for an inspiring showcase of talent. Hosted by a Class 8 student, the event encouraged confidence and communication, with judges and teachers applauding the participants.
Barnes School Cadets of Literature Shine at Fr George Hess Memorial
From August 2–6, 2025, 19 students represented Barnes School at the Fr George Hess Memorial Literary Competition. Several students qualified for Regionals across Debate, Declamation, and Drawing. The experience not only honed literary and artistic abilities but also fostered teamwork and resilience.
The August fest concluded with a felicitation ceremony on September 2, recognizing winners across Debate, Quiz, Elocution, Dance, and Mathletics. The event underscored the importance of nurturing confidence, creativity, and critical thinking among students.
On September 3rd, the spotlight was on the classes that stood out in English proficiency, discipline, and cleanliness. The awards celebrated their hard work, dedication, and teamwork, while also acknowledging the contributions of every section in maintaining high standards across the school.
ASISC Fr George Hess Memorial Regional Literary Competition
Barnes students participated in interschool competitions in Mumbai on 22–23 August 2025, achieving commendable success. They secured 3rd place in Declamation and were awarded Certificates of Participation in Debate and Art. Their accomplishments reflected not only individual effort but also the collective spirit of excellence.
Rochak 2025
From 12–14 September 2025, Barnes students participated in the interschool fest Rochak 2025, winning:
- 1st – Essay Writing & Street Play
- 2nd – Kho Kho (Girls)
- 3rd – Poetry & Bollywood Medley
Unit Test 1 Toppers
September 15th was a proud day as toppers from Grades 9–12 were felicitated for their remarkable results in Unit Test – 1. Their hard work and determination shone brightly, reminding everyone that success is built on consistent effort. Congratulations to all the toppers.
Outstanding Classes – September
October 9 was a day of pride and celebration as classes were honored for their achievements in English, discipline, and cleanliness during September. The awards reflected the dedication, teamwork, and commitment of students who set high standards for themselves and their peers.
Inter-house Senior Cultural Fest
On October 11, Grades 9–12 participated in the Senior Cultural Fest Debate. Results: 1st – Red House; 2nd – Yellow; 3rd – Green; 4th – Blue. Best Speaker – Kabir Khan.
Senior Cultural Fest – Mathletics
Senior Cultural Fest also featured an engaging
Mathletics challenge, where students competed house-wise in a test of logic,
speed, and accuracy.
All four houses participated with great enthusiasm and showcased commendable
problem-solving skills.
Results
1st – Red House
2nd – Blue House
3rd – Tie between Green & Yellow Houses
Senior Cultural Fest – Quiz
The third event of the Inter-House Senior Cultural Fest
featured an intellectually stimulating quiz competition. Students from all four
houses participated with enthusiasm, showcasing their knowledge, presence of
mind, and teamwork.
Results
1st – Green House
2nd – Blue House
3rd – Red House
4th – Yellow House
Congratulations to all participants for their commendable efforts!
CREST Olympiad
Grade I A student Neev Aggarwal was awarded the Star Performance Medal for his achievement in the CREST Mental Math Olympiad. Congratulations, Neev!
Air Force Day Competitions
On 8th October, Barnes celebrated Air Force Day with essay and drawing competitions across all grades, honoring the bravery of the Indian Air Force. Winners were felicitated for their hard work, dedication, and creativity. Congratulations to all!
Outstanding Classes – October
On 5th November, we felicitated the most outstanding classes for the month of
October. Awards were presented in three key categories: English Proficiency,
Discipline, and Cleanliness — recognizing excellence across Primary, Middle,
and Senior School divisions. Congratulations to all!
