Colloquium 2025

As part of the Grade X Computer Science curriculum, students participated in a year-long Capstone Project Programme, designed to encourage the identification of real-life social problems and the development of technology-driven solutions using skills acquired from Grades VII to X. Students worked in teams of up to five members, following a structured process involving problem identification, research, prototyping, and presentation.

After an internal review and mentoring process, three Capstone Projects were selected for the final Colloquium: Team Ankuram, Team SafeStride, and Team ArrhythmiX. These projects reflected strong interdisciplinary thinking, effective use of technology, and a strong focus on social impact.

Team SafeStride, which emerged as the Runner-Up at the Colloquium, focused on improving independent mobility for visually impaired individuals through a technology-enabled assistive solution. Their project integrated navigation algorithms, obstacle detection, and hardware-based guidance systems to enhance safety and accessibility in everyday travel. In recognition of their outstanding performance, the team was awarded iPads as runner-up prizes.

Team ArrhythmiX developed a healthcare-focused technological solution aimed at the early detection and prediction of cardiac arrhythmias using a non-invasive wearable ECG device. The project demonstrated strong research depth, iterative prototyping, and the application of data analysis and machine learning concepts to address a real-world medical challenge.

Team Ankuram addressed the critical issue of stubble burning by proposing an eco-friendly solution that converts agricultural waste into sustainable products such as insulation boards and utility materials. Instead of a formal presentation, the team set up an interactive booth at the Colloquium, where they showcased physical samples, explained their process, and engaged directly with visitors and jury members, highlighting the practical and entrepreneurial aspects of their Capstone Project.

The Colloquium provided students with an authentic platform to present and demonstrate their Capstone Projects, receive expert feedback, and experience real-world evaluation standards. Overall, the event highlighted the effectiveness of Capstone Projects in fostering critical thinking, collaboration, innovation, and social responsibility among students, making the Colloquium a meaningful culmination of the Grade X Capstone journey.