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Inaugural Lecture of GRK Master Class (Kare College)

The college has started classroom lecture series by name GRK Master Class from the academic year 2015-16. The inaugural lecture of the series was delivered by Adv. Rajeev Gomes on 4th July 2015 on the topic ‘Arrest and Bail’.

June 2015 News (Damodar College)

Digital Marketing Training Program – 25th May 2015 – 30th May 2015

MakeIntern.Com, in association with IIM Calcutta (Carpe Diem) conducted a 30-hour certificate course on “Digital Marketing”. Damodar College was identified as the Zonal Centre for conducting the certificate course.

The participants included students and faculty. The trainer, Mr. Pramthesh Pal, a PhD research scholar at IIM Calcutta, trained the participants in areas such as Search Engine Optimisation, Pay per Click Marketing, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, etc. He emphasized the importance and power of Digital Marketing in today’s world and advised the participants on how to use the tools judiciously. As part of their course work, participants developed and presented their business ideas and were given hands-on training in the usage of the tools available for the purpose.

The training session was inaugurated by Vice – Principal Mr. Sanjay Sawant Dessai and coordinated by Asst. Professor Mr. Sumit Kumar from the Dept. of Computer Science. Three student participants, Miss. Savia Da Costa, Mr. Alkesh Desai and Mr. Swaraj Pati received merit certificates and have been selected to participate in the Carpe Diem 2015-16 event of IIM Calcutta at Kolkata in January/February 2016.

Campus Cleaning Drive – 5th June 2015

NCC cadets conducted campus cleaning drive as a part of social activities.

Celebration of International Yoga Day – 21st June 2015

The NSS Unit celebrated International Yoga Day in the college premises. The function began at 7.00 a.m with the lighting of the traditional lamp by the Principal Dr. Mrs. Prita D. Mallya.

Prarthana was recited followed by the welcome address by Principal Dr. Mrs. Prita D. Mallya. Sports Director of the College Shri. Sudhakar Naik took the lead in conducting the yoga programme. All the Asanas and pranayamas were enthusiastically done by the students and teachers.
Around 50 Students and 10 teachers participated in the programme. Mr. Vishal Chari, Ms. Preksha Chopdekar, Ms. Namrata Haldankar and Dr. B.P. Sarath Chandran Chief NSS Proggramme Officer were present for the Yoga Celebration.

The programme ended with Shantipat and vote of thanks, which was delivered by Mr. Vinod Dhamaskar, Sports Director, RMS HSS.

NCC Cadets – International Yoga Day – 21st June 2015

Major Sanjay Dessai ( Vice-Principal) along with NCC Cadets participated in International Yoga Day at Fatorda.

Report On Orientation For E-Cell – 23rd June 2015

An orientation session on the scope of entrepreneurship was held to orient students to take up entrepreneurship and become self-employed.
Faculty from CIBA (Centre for Incubation and Business Acceleration, Verna-Goa) Shri Anand kumar Lotlikar, elaborated on the necessity, benefits and future prospects of entrepreneurship in Goa. He gave several examples of innovative entrepreneurship and impressed upon the students that innovation was one of the key factors for success in today’s world.

125 students attended the orientation programme and made it interactive through the question-answer session.

Inauguration Of E-Cell – 27th June 2015

The E-Cell of Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics in association with CIBA, Verna-Goa, was inaugurated by Shri Abhijeet Sawant, a young entrepreneur and ex-student of college and Shri D. S. Prashant, General Manager of CIBA. E-Cell Convenor Dr. Rodney D’Silva welcomed the gathering and thanked the students for showing positivity and enthusiasm towards taking up entrepreneurship. He said that the E-Cell intended to assist in promoting, guiding and mentoring entrepreneurship among students.

Shri. Abhijeet Sawant in his presentation narrated his experiences with entrepreneurship wherein he highlighted some of the obstacles he encountered and how he positively overcame them. He sang a motivational song seeking to promote innovation and non-dependence.
The students participated in the interactions very enthusiastically and continued discussions on a one to one basis with the chief guest and other staff of CIBA, Verna, even after the function. 70 Students attended the programme which was coordinated by Miss Gerlinda Rodrigues.

INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY – REPORT (VVA Primary/Secondary Section)

“Yoga, an ancient but perfect science, deals with the evolution of humanity. This evolution includes all aspects of one’s being, from bodily health to self realization. Yoga means union – the union of body with consciousness and consciousness with the soul. Yoga cultivates the ways of maintaining a balanced attitude in day to day life and endows skill in the performance of one’s actions.”B.K.S. Iyengar

VIDYA VIKAS ACADEMY, Margao, Goa, participated enthusiastically in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to celebrate International Yoga Day.
A week-long training program by Shri Rama Naik saw a good attendance from NCC Cadets, other students and staff.
Staffs were also trained by Shri Omana Kuttan to have yoga sessions involving breathing exercises, in their classrooms. When you inhale, you are taking the strength from God. When you exhale, it represents the service you are giving to the world.

On June 21, staff and students reported at school at 0645 hrs. The yoga session commenced at 0700hrs and ended at 0733 hrs after which all were served a healthy fruit beverage. Both staff and students appreciated the importance and benefits of yoga for a stress-free and healthy life.
The NCC Cadets participated in the yoga programme at the Multipurpose Hall, P.J.N. Stadium, Fatorda Goa.

The Senior Secondary students and staff attended a Yoga programme at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao Goa, at 3 pm.
Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured. Change is not something that we should fear. Rather, it is something that we should welcome. For without change, nothing in this world would ever grow or blossom, and no one in this world would ever move forward to become the person they’re meant to be.

We at the Academy pledge to adopt practices for a happier and healthier lifestyle to enable us to contribute better to bettering this world.

Dr. A.M. Rodrigues, Principal

World Music Day Celebrated (VVA Primary/Secondary Section)

Vidya Vikas Academy celebrated World Music Day with a special assembly on 22nd June 2015 for Classes 6 to 10. Giesselle, Grishma and Bradley spoke about the significance of World Music Day and how it has evolved over the years.

Charts for the display boards were prepared by Nadia of Class 7 and Areta of Class 8 on World Music Day. Pictures of International Artists and Various Instruments were also displayed on the board.

The School Orchestra comprising of Shane, Bradley, Vinay, Sneiden and Bevan of Class 10, Dhiti and Brisen of Class 7, Arya, Tudor, Erica, Gieselle, Ruruja and Grishma of Class 8 performed three songs, Yaaron Dosti, Eye of the tiger and Ek Cheddun. Trushell proposed the vote of thanks.

Sir Neil Dcruz co-ordinated the special assembly.

Goa Revolution Day Observed (VVA Primary/Secondary Section)

June 18 is a red letter day in the history of Goa’s freedom struggle for freedom. It was on this day in 1946 that Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, a veteran freedom fighter gave a call to the Goans to unite and fight against the Portuguese rule. This clarion call given on this day from the city square in Margao now known as Lohia Maidan, gave new inspiration to the freedom fighters. The historic event on June 18, 1946 was the beginning of a revolution that strengthened the freedom movement and gave a definite direction to Goa’s freedom struggle. June 18, is celebrated every year as

Goa’s Revolution Day, with pride to commemorate this revolution in 1946.
The Class 8B assembly began with the prayer and the pledge by Bryshane D’Costa and Ved Iyer. The comperes were Rhea Virginkar and Sharlet Chowalloor. A poem about the struggle for Goa’s freedom was recited by Zara Dias.

The following students wonderfully enacted the roles of famous freedom fighters:

1. Gustavo D’Sa as Dr. Juliao Menezes
2. Falgun Mopkar as Dattaram Kamat
3. Siddharth Sharma as T.B. Cunha, and
4. Manmeet Borkar as Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia

The assembly was concluded with Grazielle Serrao reading the thought for the day, followed by the National Anthem.

Tr. Sandra Mesquita co-ordinated the special assembly.

School Officials Elected, Investiture Held (VVA Primary/Secondary Section)

Election in any institution, be it at national, state or school level gives us a great opportunity to bring a change in monotonous routines that creeps in to the institutions as the time passes. It offers us a prospect to inculcate new ideas in the way we administer these institutions.

At Vidya Vikas Academy, the process of elections commenced initially by nominating the candidates which was done by teachers on the basis of their academic performance, discipline, level of participation in school activities, loyalty, responsibility and leadership qualities followed by Campaigning and Speeches. This was held on 17th of April 2015.

The campaign was feverish with intense and heated debates between the contestants. They also put up attention-grabbing posters depicting the ideas and things that they propose to do if elected and appealing the fellow students to cast their votes for them.
The voting for electing the students representatives for the year 2015-16 was held on 20th of April. The whole election was conducted on the lines of parliamentary elections. We had canvassing, Ballot papers, election staff on duty, verification of names, indelible ink and counting of votes in the presence of the candidates. Many students showed their eagerness and enthusiasm to participate in these elections. Students from classes 7 to 10 took part in voting. The Counting was held on the same day.
As there were several contestants, it was a tough battle fought.

The Investiture Ceremony of the elected Representatives was held on 23rd of April 2015, in the presence of the Principal, Vice-Principal, parents and teachers. Principal, Dr. Alan Rodrigues administered the Oath of Office to the elected representatives.
Following is the elected panel of the School Officials of Vidya Vikas Academy for the year 2015 – 2016

1. Head Boy: Bradley Rodrigues (10 C)
2. Head Girl: Diela Dias (10 B)
3. Assistant Head Boy: Sheldon Mascarenhas (9C)
4. Assistant Head Girl: Pershirl Fernandes (9A)
5. Red House Captain (Boy): Siddhant Dessai (9B)
6. Red House Captain (Girl): Areta Gracias (8A)
7. Blue House Captain (Boy): Devashish Desai (9C)
8. Blue House Captain (Girl): Grazielle Serrao (8B)
9. Green House Captain (Boy): Gustavo Sa (8B)
10. Green House Captain (Girl): Zara Dias (8B)
11. Yellow House Captain (Boy): Kartik Hede (9C)
12. Yellow House Captain (Girl): Isha Dhuri (9A)

Staff Co-Ordinator : Mrs. Calorina Rodrigues

World Autism Day Observed (VVA Primary/Secondary Section)

World Autism Day is observed on 2nd of April every year. ‘Light it up with Blue ‘ is a world wide campaign, to support Autism. Vidya Vikas Academy observed World autism Day, on 16th of April 2015.

The school hall was beautifully decorated with blue balloons and art work in blue. We began the day invoking God’s Blessings on the Special Children.

A class wise coloring competition for Class 3 and Class 4, where students had to use only shades of blue to be a part of the ‘Light it up with Blue Campaign’ was held. The students came up with wonderful ideas exclusively in blue. The best works were awarded prizes.
All the staff of Vidya Vikas Academy were dressed in Blue attire and a blue badge with supportive words for autism to mark our solidarity to the world wide campaign.