Sixty years of inspiring minds, building character, and shaping futures —Gujarat Refinery English
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School proudly marks its Diamond Jubilee
with a renewed sense of purpose and pride. This extraordinary milestone is not merely a reflection
oft1me passed, but a celebration of the thousands of lives touched, lessons
taught, and values instilled across generations. The school proudly embarks on a journey that honours
our legacy while reaching out to serve society, uplift communifles, and heal the planet.
The Diamond Jubilee is more than a ceremonial occasion—it is a commitment. A commitment to
continue evolving, to stay rooted in our founding principles, and to extend our influence
far beyond academic excellence. It is a pledge to lead with compassion, act with
responsibility, and serve with intention. This year, we have rolled out a series of
transformative initiatives aimed at not just enriching the lives of our students, but also
making a tangible difference to society, the environment, and the world around us. These
projects reflect our core values and our mission to educate beyond the classroom.
Celebrating 60 years of Impact, Excellence & Purpose
Rooted in the belief that education is the strongest tool for empowerment, the Udaan Project was launched by Gujarat Refinery English Medium School as a heartfelt initiative to uplift children from marginalized communities. In collaboration with NGO Giants Barodian, the project aimed to bridge the educational gap by providing essential learning kits to those who need them the most. What makes Udaan truly special is the spirit of collective giving—a humble contribution of ₹1 per day by staff members helped raise funds, resulting in the distribution of over 1,500 educational kits. Each kit was more than just a set of books and stationery—it was a symbol of hope, dignity, and opportunity, igniting young dreams that may have otherwise remained unspoken. Udaan embodies the essence of our Diamond Jubilee celebration—giving wings to others as we rise together.
As the world grapples with the consequences of environmental degradation, the school took a powerful step toward healing the planet with a large-scale Plantation Drive, launched as part of our Diamond Jubilee celebrations. With deep-rooted values of sustainability and stewardship, students came together to plant over 1,700 saplings across localities including Undera, Koyali, Bajwa, Subhanpura, Chhani, Karachiya, and Karodiya. This was more than an environmental campaign—it was a movement of hope and responsibility, where each sapling planted symbolized a commitment to cleaner air, cooler cities, and a greener future. Students actively engaged in understanding local ecology, tree care, and climate action, making this a deeply immersive learning experience. Beyond just planting trees, they were sowing the seeds of awareness, ownership, and lasting change—reminding us all that every great forest begins with a single step... or in our case, a single child planting a tree.
Launched on International Plastic Bag Free Day (3rd July), this drive mobilized students to collect plastic waste from homes and neighbourhoods. To motivate participation, Plastic Warrior stickers were added to students' diaries, and Plastic Warrior badges were awarded. So far, students have collected over 360 kg of plastic waste, which has been handed over to ECO-Vision, a certified plastic waste management firm, for recycling. This initiative is a small yet impactful step towards building a plastic- free and sustainable future.
To nurture a genuine love for reading in today's digital era, the School organized The Reviewer's Rendezvous — Inter-School Book Review Competition 2025.In a time when instant information often replaces deep reading, this initiative aimed to rekindle the joy of exploring boo ks, refl ecti ng on id eas, and ex p ressi ng th ough tfu I perspectives. Held during August and September 2025, the competition successfully brought together 27 reputed schools from Vadodara, providing a vibrant platform for students to showcase their critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills through insightful and well-crafted book reviews.
The Tirupati School of Nursing Organized THE WORLD ORGAN DONATION DAY MEET IN COLLABORATION WITH The Indian Medical Association, Vadodara on 13th August 2025.Under the inspiring theme "FROM ORGAN DONATION TO LIFE DONATION", the event beautifully highlighted the noble cause of saving lives through organ donation. It was a comprehensive awareness program on “Organ Donation” to mark the observance of World Organ Donation Day. The event aimed to promote awareness about the significance of organ donation, encourage voluntary pledging, and highlight the role of healthcare professionals in facilitating this noble cause.As part of the initiative, a book "અંગદાન થકી જીવનદાન " was launched by Dr. Hemang Joshi (Member of Parliament). The book was dedicated to organ donation awareness, containing detailed information on the medical, ethical, and procedural aspects of organ donation.The publication also features guidelines, and educational content designed to inspire and inform nursing students as well as the wider community.The gathering served as a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to spread awareness about organ donation and inspire society to pledge towards this life-saving mission.
As part of our holistic approach to education, the school *celebrated Nutrition Week* with a strong focus on promoting lifelong healthy eating habits among students and parents. Recognizing that proper nutrition is essential for a child's physical growth, mental development, and academic success, the school *organized interactive workshop for parents of kindergarten children, conducted by **Ms. Jhelum Rajput, Assistant Professor, Department of Foods and Nutrition, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. The session guided parents on balanced diets and healthy food practices from an early age. Through this initiative, we **fostered a culture of health, awareness, and informed choices* that extended beyond the classroom into everyday life.
They say schools build memories that me can never fade—and this year, as the school turned 60, we opened our doors and hearts to welcome back the very people who built its legacy—our alumni. The Alumni Reunion, combined with the Navratri Celebraon, became a vibrant and fesve homecoming filled with shared laughter, meless bonds, and unforgeable stories. Former students returned not just to the classrooms they once sat in, but to the friendships, mentors, and moments that shaped their journey. The event stood as a nostalgic tribute to the past and a joyful step toward the future, where every handshake, hug, and garba step echoed the pride of being part of this remarkable legacy.
In collaboraon with the Nursing Colleges of the Tirupa Group, the school conducted CPR training workshops for senior students and all staff members. The training proved crucial in the post–COVID-19 context, as it equipped individuals with essenal life-saving skills and strengthened community preparedness. The sessions emphasized key safety measures, including adapted CPR techniques. By learning how to respond confidently and effecvely during emergencies—especially in cases of cardiac arrest—parcipants acquired a valuable and empowering skill that enhanced their readiness as responsible cizens and educaon professionals.
In today's digital age, where influencers and content creators abound, the art of right journalism is more crucial than ever. It provides a vital counterbalance to misinformaon, promong fact-based reporng, crical thinking, and responsible storytelling. With this vision, Gujarat Refinery English Medium School is launching a Journalism Project that aims to nurture the next generaon of ethical storytellers and informed cizens. This iniave will introduce students to the fundamentals of journalism, from idenfying credible sources and conducng interviews to craing compelling narraves and understanding media ethics. Through hands-on experience in creang digital newsleers, arcles, and reports, students will not only learn to express themselves effecvely but also develop media literacy, crical thinking, and a sense of social responsibility. In a me when content creators are everywhere, this project will empower our students to stand apart—not just as voices online, but as voices of truth, clarity, and purpose.
Recognizing the crical need for mely blood availability during emergencies, the School, in collaboraon with all instuons under the Tirupa Group, iniated a Blood Donaon Database. This online directory, hosted on the school’s and the Tirupa Group’s websites, included key details such as blood group, area, and contact informaon of eligible staff members. The goal was to create a reliable and easily accessible network that could help connect donors with paents in urgent need, ensuring that precious me was not lost during moments of crisis. This life-saving iniave reflected our commitment to community welfare and proacve responsiveness.
Few events capture the spirit of community, creavity, and compassion like a school funfair—and this year, the school hosted one with a meaningful twist. On Saturday, 6th December 2025, the grand SWADESH – The GREMS Fun Fair 2025 was celebrated with great enthusiasm, welcoming students and parents for an unforgeable evening.Staying true to its theme, the Funfair for a Cause offered all the excitement of tradional fesvies—yummy food stalls featuring tradional and connental treats, unique game zones, a live DJ, karaoke, a mesmerising magic show, DIY creavity stalls, a puppet show, selfie booths, a play staon corner, shopping stalls, and much more. While families enjoyed a vibrant and colourful evening, the proceeds from the event were directed toward charitable and social welfare iniaves, adding a meaningful purpose to every moment of fun.More than just a celebraon, SWADESH provided students with a valuable opportunity to take the lead in planning, organizing, and managing various acvies, helping them build life skills in teamwork, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility.It truly was a joyful, memorable, and impacul evening—a celebraon of community spirit where every smile contributed to a larger cause.
At Gujarat Refinery English Medium School, educaon is not confined to textbooks - it’s a mission to build character, community, and a beer world. Our Diamond Jubilee celebraons are a testament to this philosophy - celebrang not just the past, but also shaping the future with compassion and purpose.
Let’s continue this journey together — Empowering learners. Enriching lives. Elevating society.
