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Minerva Public SchoolBarnoti, Kathua ยท Affiliated to CBSE
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Beyond the Classroom
Sports & Co-Curricular Life

Where confidence, character and teamwork are built

Sports and physical education form an important part of a child's overall development at Minerva. Participation in sports builds fitness and coordination โ€” and, just as importantly, discipline, teamwork, perseverance and sportsmanship.

Alongside sports, a full calendar of arts, clubs, competitions and celebrations helps every student discover their strengths โ€” intellectual, physical, social, emotional and creative โ€” and grow into a confident, well-rounded individual.

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Art and craft activity at Minerva
Students receiving awards
Our sporting principle
Train with DisciplineCompete with ConfidencePlay with IntegrityStrive for Excellence
DisciplineTeamworkPerseveranceConfidenceLeadershipSportsmanshipRespect for others
Games & Sports

Sports at Minerva

Every student is encouraged to pick a game, learn it properly and play it regularly โ€” under the guidance of our physical education staff.

๐ŸCricketOutdoor
โšฝFootballOutdoor
๐ŸVolleyballOutdoor
๐ŸคผKabaddiOutdoor
๐ŸƒKho-KhoOutdoor
๐Ÿ…AthleticsTrack & field
๐Ÿ€BasketballOutdoor
๐ŸธBadmintonIndoor
๐Ÿ“Table TennisIndoor
โ™Ÿ๏ธChessIndoor
๐Ÿฅ‹Self-DefenceIndoor
๐Ÿง˜YogaFitness
From practice to podium

How We Train & Compete

Students progress from regular practice to competing at higher levels โ€” gaining confidence at every step.

01

Class & PE Periods

Regular physical education, fitness and skill practice for every child.

02

Inter-House

Friendly rivalry between houses in sports, games and athletics.

03

Inter-School

Selected players represent Minerva in tournaments with other schools.

04

District, State & CBSE

Talented athletes are guided to compete at district, state and CBSE levels.

1

Participate

Every child plays โ€” sport is for all, not only the gifted few.

2

Learn the Right Way

Correct technique, rules and safety under trained PE staff.

3

Build Fitness

Warm-ups, drills, yoga and stamina work for healthy habits.

4

Compete & Grow

Matches and meets that teach winning with humility and losing with grace.

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A highlight of the year

Annual Sports Day

Every year the whole school comes together for Sports Day โ€” march past, races, relays, team events and drills, cheered on by parents and houses.

  • ๐ŸŽฏSets goals โ€” students and coaches aim to beat last year's best.
  • ๐Ÿ’ชPromotes fitness โ€” physical health and mental well-being for all.
  • ๐Ÿ†Builds readiness โ€” prepares athletes for inter-school competitions.
  • ๐ŸคUnites the school โ€” house spirit, teamwork and pride in Minerva.
Co-Curricular Activities

Activities & Clubs

Creativity, communication and collaboration grow through a wide range of activities that run alongside academics.

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Performing Arts

Find your voice on stage

Music, dance and drama build confidence, expression and teamwork. Students perform at assemblies, Annual Day and festival celebrations, and take part in inter-house and inter-school competitions.

Vocal MusicInstrumental MusicClassical & Folk DanceDrama & SkitsChoir
Students doing art and craft
Visual Arts

Imagination in colour

Art and craft sessions let children explore colour, shape and material โ€” from drawing and painting to clay modelling and creative craft โ€” with their work displayed in exhibitions and class boards.

Drawing & PaintingArt & CraftClay ModellingRangoliPoster Making
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Literary

Think, speak and write with confidence

Literary activities sharpen thinking and communication. Students learn to express ideas clearly, argue respectfully and enjoy reading and writing.

DebateElocutionQuizCreative WritingStorytellingSpell Bee
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Science & Technology

Curiosity in action

Hands-on projects, models and exhibitions help students apply what they learn in class, solve problems and think like young scientists.

Science ExhibitionWorking ModelsMaths ActivitiesComputer ClubOlympiads
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Eco-Club & Social Service

Responsible citizens in the making

Through eco activities and community service, students learn to care for their surroundings and for others โ€” values at the heart of Minerva's mission.

Plantation DrivesCleanliness CampaignsSave Water & EnergyRoad SafetyCommunity Service
Belong, compete, lead

The House System

Every student belongs to a house. Houses compete through the year in sports, cultural and literary events โ€” building team spirit, loyalty and leadership.

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Red House

Courage & Determination

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Blue House

Loyalty & Integrity

๐ŸŒฟ

Green House

Growth & Harmony

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Yellow House

Wisdom & Excellence

๐Ÿ† House Championship

Points from every inter-house event add up to the year's champion house.

๐ŸŽ– Student Leadership

House captains and prefects lead their teams and organise events.

๐Ÿค Belonging

Students of all classes work together, so seniors mentor juniors.

Through the year

Events & Celebrations

National days, festivals and school events keep students connected to their culture and community.

JUN21
International Yoga DayHealth & wellness
AUG15
Independence DayFlag hoisting & cultural programme
SEP5
Teachers' DayStudents honour their teachers
NOV14
Children's DayFun, games & performances
TBASports
Annual Sports DayMarch past, races & house events
TBAAnnual
Annual DayCultural showcase & prize distribution
TBAScience
Science ExhibitionModels, projects & experiments
JAN26
Republic DayPatriotic songs & parade

Festivals such as Diwali, Lohri, Baisakhi and Holi are celebrated with cultural programmes. See the Annual Calendar โ†’

Our pride

Achievements

Celebrating our students' success on the field, on stage and in competitions.

Students with awards
AwardsHonouring our achievers

Students recognised for excellence in academics, sports and co-curricular activities.

๐Ÿ†Achievement photoSports achievement
SportsAdd a sports achievement

Tournament / event name, level and result.

๐ŸŽญAchievement photoCultural / quiz achievement
Co-CurricularAdd a co-curricular achievement

Competition name, level and result.

Let your child play, perform and shine.

Admissions open from Nursery to Class IX. Come and see our campus in action.

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