Embracing Diversity: RDPS's Multicultural Exchange Program

1. P Pr ro om mo ot ti in ng g P Pe ea ac ce e f fo or r C Cr ro os ss s- -C Cu ul lt tu ur ra al l H Ha ar rm mo on ny y K K u u a a t t v v e e d d u u s s a a V V u u m m b b k k a a m m y y l l i i W W m m o or r a a l l f f d d i is s a a M MU UL LT TI IC CU UL LT TU UR RA AL L E EX XC CH HA AN NG GE E P PR RO OG GR RA AM MM ME E France Germany United kingdom Italy Pakistan India Australia Newzealand Singapore Russia Switzerland Denmark Permanently Affiliated and Accredited to CBSE, MHRD, Govt. of India

2. Amalgamation of Global Diversity Multi-cultural Exchange Programmes UNITED RUSSIA FRANCE GERMANY KINGDOM The Lyceum of Dolgorukova Stantonbury Campus Freiherr-Vom-Stein Schule Lycee Jean Bodin Lipetsk Region, Russia Europaschule www.stantonbury.org.ok Lycee Saint Martin www.europaschule-gladenbach.de Fenelon Sainte-Marie Banbury Campus Obermenzinger Gymnasium www.fenclonsaintnarie.org Munich www.banbury.oxon.sch.uk www.obermenzinger.de SINGAPORE PAKISTAN AUSTRALIA NEWZEALAND Kings College Dunman Secondary School www.kingscollge.school.nz International www.dunmansec.mol.edu.sg Lords International School St. Bernard College Grammar School Multan Public School Carmel College www.sbc.school.nz Seng Kang Primary School www.igssyd.nsw.edu.du www.sengkangpri.moe.edu.sg www.sbc.school.nz ITALY Denmark Switzerland Liceo Classico Statale Luciano Manara www.liceomanara.it CEJEF / Division santé-social-art / Odense Katedralskole Liceo-Artistico Paolo Candiani www.artisticobisto.it École cantonale de culture générale, Delémont, Switzerland Liceo Scientifico E. Majorana , Latina www.liceomajoranalatina.it Istituto di Istruzione Superiore Statale di Sacile e Brugnera www.pnis006007@istruzione.it Istituto Statale d'Istruzione Superiore GA Pujati www.pnis00200x@istruzione.it RDPS is synonymous with extending prudent learning that caters to global needs and aspirations. Imbued with a vision to set global teaching-learning standards, the school ushered in an era of international fellowship and educational integration through Multi-Cultural Exchange Programmes with prestigious institutions across the globe twenty years ago. Guided by its mission of promoting cross cultural harmony - Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam i.e. the world is a family , these programmes accomplish multifarious objectives for its participants- Experience inter-cultural learning through extended visits and residential experiences. Develop joint curriculum activities and supporting materials by exploring artistic and cultural avenues. Broaden and deepen the understanding of inter-cultural learning. Share practical experiences of the learning environment and education systems. The exchange programmes incorporate the Staff and Students Exchange, Snail Mail and Collaborative Projects.

3. “Coming together is a beginning; Keeping together is a progress; Working together is a success.” Students/Staff Exchange Programme An exchange programme provides opportunity for language learning, cultural immersion, new friendship and personal growth. It not only provides an insight into two cultures but also helps in imbibing futuristic and progressive methods for the benefit of students and staff. We, at Rukmini Devi Public School, believe in the vision of ‘sharing and learning’ and have successful cultural and educational exchange programme with different schools across the globe. In all the exchange programmes, a basic plan of action is followed i.e., the students and teachers stay with the families of their counterparts in India / partner country, work on theme based projects, attend classes, workshops, interactive sessions, and visit places of cultural and historical importance to understand the various realms of each other’s culture. Digital Collaboration The advanced technology based learning culture of the school encourages cognitive interaction, consideration of perspectives and collaborative working with peers across the globe. Initiated in the year 2003, the Collaborative Projects create new vistas of knowledge for the learners. Fostering life-long global associations between e-pals, these projects promote - !Multi-cultural understanding, teamwork, civic responsibility and collaboration. !Analytical and communication skills. !Opportunities for gathering and analyzing data. !Recursive interaction of knowledge and mutual learning. Snail - Mail “Sharing and caring are the bubbles of effervescence, which not only give joy to others but also enrich our perception of others.” Snail-mail programme with the schools in Germany, Spain, Singapore, Russia and France has been a great success. Children in the age group of 6 -10 years exchange letters and share information about each other’s country and culture. The communication is via post and thus named 'Snail Mail' , but it is not the speed that matters for these young learners, rather it’s the strong bond of friendship that counts.

4. A Glimpse of Exchange Activities...

5. Testimonials... Thank you for the fantablous way you receive all of us. It was the first time but no the last time! All our Rukmini Devi Public School is an amazing school, The performance of the children the friendly students are delighted. You are welcome in Paris and atmosphere the joint effort of all members of the I hope we will receive you as well in France. school was very impressive. François Combescure, Headmaster of Fenelon A hearty thanks for the friendliness & beautiful experience. Sainte Marie, Paris France Edith Jacobs, Head teacher of Primary School Ms. Adeline Europaschule Gladenbach, Germany 20.04.2005 "We deeply appreciate all the efforts taken to make this The benefits of the international exchange exchange programme a journey of learning for both programme are myriad. The opportunity to share teachers and students a fruitful one. The hospitality is cultural similarities and difference is always the much appreciated. Thank you to all staff and students." starting point for mutual respect, which leads to Mr. Bernard Ram Bagtha shared understanding and equal value. We have been Staff, Dunman moved to tears by the beauty of the Taj Mahal. Most Secondary School, Singapore importantly all of us have been overwhelmed by Singapore. 20.11.09 your generosity of spirit Mr. Trevor Harris, Assistant Principal, Stantonbury "I am very happy for this experience. I have learned Campus, United Kingdom many good things about you, your country, your school, 22.10.10 but I have also learnt something about me, my country and my school. The life of your organisation, has been a lesson for me. I wish to propose a similar organisation in Such a great opportunity - Thanks, For the wonderful my school. Thank you for sweet approach to us." staying ! GRAZIE Monteduro Andra- Principal Daniela Della Toffola Liceo-Artistico Paolo Candiani Via Sadio Sacile PN, Italy 02.05.08 26.10.16 "Congratulations on your most impressive school and your excellent and enlightened teachers and students. Our thanks to you for allowing us to visit you and for The project of Exchange gives us a real chance to your great courtesy and hospitality." come to your country. It was a real pleasure! Thanks Professior Mathus J. Haigh, Oxford Brooks University to hospitality of Indian families the travel to India 09.10.1995 was very comfortable. The cooperative work of the teachers was wonderful. Let me say that words of thanks to Mr. Garg and Mrs. Garg for the A great welcome and very hospitable very impressed opportunity to visit your nice school and India! with your facilities & modern teaching approach. Strong Ms. Irina Trefilova team support for our visit. The Lyceum of Dolgorukovo Lipetsk Region Peter Fava, St. Bernard College, New Zealand Russia 02.12.11 24.11.16

6. (World is a family )