Designing for space

Where Creativity Meets Science And Precision

          Amity University Gwalior          

The third Amity Space Design Competition was organised by the Amity Children Science Foundation from July 28-30, 2026, at Amity University Gwalior. Conceptualised under the visionary leadership and guidance of Dr (Mrs) Amita Chauhan, Chairperson, Amity Group of Schools and RBEF, the competition provided the students with an exciting platform to showcase their creativity, imagination, scientific temper, design skills, and innovative ideas in the field of space science.

The competition featured a total of 15 teams across two divisions: Class VI-VIII and Class IX-XII. The emerging aerospace enthusiasts from both the divisions designed and presented their creative ideas based on topics like space exploration, satellite systems, planetary habitats, sustainable space missions, and emerging space technologies. The participating teams were evaluated by an eminent jury comprising Dr TK Sundaramurthy, former mission director, ISRO and Dr Anurag Tyagi, assistant professor, NIET, Noida. They evaluated the teams on the basis of creativity, innovation, design approach, scientific understanding, teamwork, and overall presentation. The jury's expertise and valuable constructive feedback added significant academic and professional value to the participants' understanding of space science.

The event concluded with a valedictory ceremony, wherein the winning teams were felicitated for their outstanding performances. In the junior category (Class VI-VIII), Aurora Martis (AIS Noida) secured the first position, followed by Martian Oasis (AIS Pushp Vihar) at the second place, and Pianeta Rosso (AIS Gurugram 46) at the third place. In the senior category (Class IX-XII), Utopia (AIS Mayur Vihar) emerged as the winner, while Macaque (AIS Gurugram 43) secured the second position; closely followed by Kritaya (AIS Vasundhara 6) and Olympus (AIS Saket) who jointly secured the third place.

Chitrankan Art Fest

            AIS Gur 46             

The school organised 10th Chitrankan, an inter-school Art Fest on July 15, 2026, bringing together rising artists from 27 reputed schools across Delhi/NCR to celebrate creativity and interdisciplinary learning through art. Based on the theme 'Canvas of Learning Where Art Integrates with Every Subject', the fest encouraged young minds to explore the seamless integration of visual arts with math, science, social science, literature, and environmental studies.

It featured nine curated art competitions, each promoting artistic excellence while reinforcing academic concepts. The competitions were evaluated by a distinguished jury comprising Sangeeta Kumar Murthy, acclaimed artist and researcher; Nitasha Jaini, eminent contemporary artist; Kalaiarasi Abhilash, founder, Kala Fine Arts, Gurugram; and Dashmesh Singh Chehal, national award-winning portrait artist and school alumnus.

The overall rolling trophy was won by AIS PV, while young artists from other Amity Group of Schools also brought home several prizes across categories. AIS PV also secured the third prize in 'Echoes of Nature (Fusion of Kalamkari & Pichwai Art) and first prize in 'Heritage Through Time'. AIS Noida and AIS Gur 46 won first and second prizes respectively in The Shape Symphony (Mixed Media Mural Challenge). In 'The Art of Timeless Verses', AIS Gur 46, AIS Saket, and AIS Noida secured the first, second, and third prizes respectively. "Twilight Harmony saw AIS Gur 46 take the first prize and AIS Gur 43 the second, while 'Eco Artistry and Fibonacci Impressions' saw AIS Gur 46 emerge winners again. In 'Frame to Fame', AIS Noida secured third prize, while 'Sculpting History' saw AIS Saket and AIS PV bag the second and third prizes.

The global star

                 AIS Saket                

Shivanjali Sapra of Class XII represented the nation as one of the five members of Team India at the 9th International Economics Olympiad (IEO) 2026 held in Shenzhen, China, from July 12-20, 2026. She was also the fourth place winner and the only Indian participant among the top 12 speakers selected worldwide to deliver a 3-minute speech on economics, leadership, and personal experiences at the IEOx Youth Talks forum of the competition. Shivanjali advanced to the prestigious international annual competition for high school students in the areas of economics and finance after successfully navigating a rigorous three-stage national qualification process.

The unique opportunity to participate in the event that brought together talented students from over 55 countries was provided by Dr (Mrs) Amita Chauhan, Chairperson, Amity Group of Schools and RBEF. Notably, Shivanjali's participation in the competition also highlighted Amity as the school that nurtures future leaders. Expressing her heartfelt gratitude to the Chairperson, school principal Divya Bhatia, and her mentors, Shivanjali shared that during her stay in China for the competition, her counterparts deeply appreciated and complimented the consistent support, guidance, and motivation that she received from her mentors.

Exploring New Zealand

                     ACCGC               

As part of its Study Abroad Programme, Amity Career Counselling & Guidance Cell (ACCGC) organised an engaging session on higher education opportunities in New Zealand at AIS VYC Lucknow on July 17, 2026, for students of Class XI-XII. The session was attended by students from AIS VKC Lko, AIS VYC Lko, and AIS Jagdishpur.

Marking a significant milestone, the event was also the first-ever visit by the New Zealand High Commission to AIS VYC Lko, providing students with a unique opportunity to interact with representatives from Education New Zealand. The session, led by Bhupinder Kaur from the Education New Zealand team, offered valuable insights into higher education opportunities and the benefits of pursuing higher education in New Zealand. Students were introduced to the country's world-class universities, popular fields of study, academic pathways, admission processes, and scholarship opportunities. The presentation also featured interesting facts about the land of the flightless bird kiwi, its official languages, and rich cultural diversity.