Milestone Moments

Guinness World Record

Shiv Nadar School etched its name into history by setting a new Guinness World Record on 14th March 2024. In just one hour, 2,232 students and educators came together, each contributing a handprint to a giant canvas, creating a vibrant masterpiece that symbolised a pledge to protect our most precious resource: Water. Every handprint embodied the school’s core value of responsibility, aligning with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 6. It was a powerful demonstration of how collective action, fuelled by purpose, can ignite change.

Steam Events

At Shiv Nadar School’s STEAM Conclave in May 2024, the room buzzed with energy as students transformed ideas into tangible solutions for a more sustainable world. Themed ‘Innovate to Sustain: Green Energy, Essential for Earth’s Tomorrow,’ the event became a stage for bold thinking and purposeful innovation, with each project reflecting a commitment to creating real-world impact. The presence of William Kamkwamba, the renowned inventor who built a windmill from scrap to power his village in Malawi, brought the theme to life. His story was a powerful reminder that even the simplest ideas, when powered by determination, can transform entire communities.

The first-ever STEAMphony in February 2025 at Shiv Nadar School, Chennai, brought together over 200 students from 19 schools in six events spanning digital art, music, dance, design, debate, and quizzing, each one alive with energy and fresh ideas. Our Middle Years students were the heartbeat of the event as hosts, keeping the day flowing with warmth. Their leadership transformed the competition into a celebration of community spirit. As the final notes faded, STEAMphony’s debut left behind a chorus of shared inspiration.

TEDxSNSYouth

Imagine stepping into a room alive with curiosity, the stage softly glowing, and the audience eager to hear stories that could shift their perspective. This is the essence of TEDx, where ideas are experienced. Speakers take the stage to invite the audience into their worlds, sharing personal stories about turning setbacks into life lessons, leaving listeners to reflect. At TEDxSNSYouth in April 2024, this magic came alive under the theme inspired by Tabula Rasa, the idea that we begin as blank slates, shaped by our experiences. A series of captivating talks took centre stage, exploring topics such as identity, sustainability, education, sports, and masculinity. Each speaker shared impactful stories, weaving invaluable lessons into the narrative that sparked questions and reflection.

SNSMUN

Before the debates began, there was a quiet sense of anticipation. Nameplates were straightened, flags pinned with care, speeches rehearsed. Shiv Nadar School’s Model United Nations in July-August 2024 was truly a space for thoughtful diplomacy. Under the theme Global Voices, Climate Choices, students tackled some of the world’s most pressing issues, from climate change and food insecurity to healthcare equity and cybercrime. Students didn’t just represent countries, they represented the future. One shaped by collaboration and a shared commitment to a more sustainable world.

Colloquium

In December 2024, Colloquium celebrated innovation with purpose, as Grade 10 students unveiled ingenious prototypes that tackled real-world challenges. From enhancing accessibility to reimagining road safety, the event reflected a blend of empathy, technical skills, and bold thinking. The winning team, Team STEPWise from the Noida campus, earned the opportunity of a lifetime, an academic visit to CERN, the global epicentre of scientific exploration. With ideas rooted in impact, students demonstrated how technology, when guided by intent, can shape a better, more inclusive future.

Joy of Sharing

The Joy of Sharing initiative at Shiv Nadar School fosters empathy, gratitude, and social responsibility, encouraging students to embrace giving not only in response to need but as a thoughtful, everyday practice. Coinciding with the birthday of the school’s founder, Shiv Nadar, on July 14, the initiative honours his vision of creating change with education and compassion. In July, students across age groups engaged in meaningful initiatives, from mental well-being workshops and water conservation drives to heritage awareness and donation campaigns. Vibrant performances by the school band added rhythm to the cause, while hands-on activities in baking, crafts, music, and tech brought joy to every corner.

CAS Conclave

The power of education as a catalyst for change resonated at our Inaugural CAS Conclave in August 2024, themed Lumina - Illuminating Transformation. The conclave aimed to create a dynamic space where young learners drive change by taking collective action on critical issues aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as women’s reproductive health, water scarcity, human-wildlife coexistence, digital inequality, and heritage protection.

Wildcats Cup

The 2024 Wildcats Cup in October brought together the spirit, strength, and synergy of Shiv Nadar School’s campuses in a vibrant celebration of sport. With over 1100 students, 60+ coaches, and 11+ sports, the energy on the courts and fields was electric. Every pass, every sprint, every cheer echoed with the values of teamwork, resilience, and respect. Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, emerged as the overall winner. Thanks to the unwavering support of our educators and coaches, students walked away not just with medals but with memories and life lessons that will endure.

Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, is now an Apple Distinguished School

Shiv Nadar School Faridabad has been named an Apple Distinguished School for the 2024–2027 programme term, the sole recipient in Delhi NCR. This recognition crowns seven years of weaving technology into the fabric of learning. Apple Distinguished Schools are places where technology becomes a tool of creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. Recognised by Apple, these schools stand out for weaving innovation into the fabric of everyday learning, redefining what classrooms can be. At the Faridabad campus, from decoding complex concepts to expressing creativity, technology amplifies student voice and choice, with five Apple Distinguished Educators and over 75 certified teachers.

SNS Olympics

The Shiv Nadar School Olympics in February 2025 brought together over 800 educators from across our campuses. What began as a day of friendly competition quickly became a celebration of collaboration and well-being. Across courts, tracks, and open spaces, educators engaged in a variety of sporting and wellness activities, from fast-paced matches to energising Zumba sessions and moments of mindfulness. Each event offered an opportunity to connect, support one another, and rediscover the joy of movement and togetherness. It was a day that reminded everyone why community matters and how the spirit of teamwork extends far beyond the field.

Parent Collective

Parent Collective is a platform where families come together to celebrate creativity, forge connections, and nurture a strong sense of community. Led by parents and supported by the school, it offers a space for engagement through the arts, wellbeing, sports, and service.

At the Noida campus, the Synergy Parent Collective embraced nostalgia through the theme ‘Reminiscence’, with poetry recitation, musical theatre, classic melodies, a recreated old bazaar and live artisan demonstrations. The Parent Collective at the Faridabad campus buzzed with creativity and camaraderie. The Musical Collective composed and performed an original Children’s Day song while the Theatre Collective staged Screen Ka Chakkar, a play on screen addiction. The Readers’ Collective explored titles ranging from Still Alice to Lessons in Chemistry, while the Parents WildCats Cricket League saw enthusiastic participation. The Annual Collective Production held at the Gurgaon campus was a vibrant celebration of performances and visual arts featuring soulful singing and energetic dance, a Hindi theatrical adaptation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a curated gallery of 3D stencil sculptures and a buzzing Foodie Showcase. At the Chennai campus, Harmony Unplugged united parents and educators in an evening of soul-stirring melodies spanning different genres, each performance weaving nostalgia and connection. The campus also hosted its first-ever parent-led Children’s Day production, where Early Years parents brought The Lion King to life, and Primary and Middle School parents staged Dream Big, inspired by Alice in Wonderland, showcasing the community’s collaborative spirit.

Cheers to Peers (C2P)

C2P is our annual event dedicated to celebrating the contributions of educators and staff. The 2024 edition in December brought together over 1,100 educators from our Delhi NCR and Chennai campuses in a powerful celebration of passion, purpose, and excellence. From captivating performances to the inspiring presence of Data journalist Rukmini S and renowned actor Boman Irani, the day was a vibrant reminder of what makes Shiv Nadar School truly special: its people. Cheers to Peers honoured not only milestones achieved, but the magic made possible when passionate individuals come together with a shared purpose.