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'''Baldwin Girls' High School''' ('''BGHS'''), founded in 1880, is one of the oldest schools in [[Bangalore]], [[India]]. |
'''Baldwin Girls' High School''' ('''BGHS'''), founded in 1880,<ref name="bangalorebest">[http://www.bangalorebest.com/cityresources/Education/balgirl.asp Baldwin Girls' High School, Bangalore Best]</ref> is one of the oldest schools in [[Bangalore]], [[India]]. |
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[[Baldwin Boys High School]] is the brother school of Baldwin Girls' High School. |
[[Baldwin Boys High School]] is the brother school of Baldwin Girls' High School. |
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The school follows the [[Indian Certificate of Secondary Education |
The school follows the [[Indian Certificate of Secondary Education]] syllabus and has classes from Kindergarten to the 10th standard in ICSE (grade).<ref name="bangalorebest"/> A women's’ first grade and degree college also occupies the premises. The school has an enrollment of more than 5000 students and prepares them for the National ICSE Exams and for the 12th std PUC examinations. |
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The school has an " |
The school has an "Opportunity School" for specially challenged children. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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The school was established by the [[Methodist Episcopal Church]], with a monetary grant from [[John Baldwin (educator)|John Baldwin]], [[Ohio]], [[USA]]. It was known as the Episcopal Methodist School and was managed by a board of ICSE council. The school had an ISC Board for two years, in 2001 and 2002, but this was discontinued due to lack of a student body, and was replaced by the PUC college |
The school was established by the [[Methodist Episcopal Church]], with a monetary grant from [[John Baldwin (educator)|John Baldwin]], [[Ohio]], [[USA]]. It was known as the Episcopal Methodist School and was managed by a board of ICSE council. The school had an ISC Board for two years, in 2001 and 2002, but this was discontinued due to lack of a student body, and was replaced by the PUC college. |
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==Extracurricular activities== |
==Extracurricular activities== |
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In 2010, the Baldwin choir came second in the [[Jingle Jam]] conducted by [[Radio Indigo]] out of 500 schools. The choir of Baldwins has consistently been winning in the annual Basel Mission conducted at the [[Bangalore Town Hall]]. The school has the first ever all-girl band to be formed in [[Bangalore]]. They are the only all-girl band to have performed at Christmas for the Basel Mission. The school basketball team won the Nationals in 2010 and 2011. |
In 2010, the Baldwin choir came second in the [[Jingle Jam]] conducted by [[Radio Indigo]] out of 500 schools. The choir of Baldwins has consistently been winning in the annual Basel Mission conducted at the [[Bangalore Town Hall]]. The school has the first ever all-girl band to be formed in [[Bangalore]]. They are the only all-girl band to have performed at Christmas for the Basel Mission. The school basketball team won the Nationals in 2010 and 2011. |
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'''SPORTS ''' |
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Sporting activities find an important place in our institution. We recognize that play is one of the most natural and important forms of recreation. It is also the best way to improve one's health and spirits. The annual athletic meet showcases some of the best students in this field. Many toppers in sports have emerged from this institution. The performance of our students in various tournaments at all levels is very encouraging. This includes basketball, throwball and other popular. Facilities for indoor sports are also provided to our students. Our swimming pool is built to international standards. We are proud of our swimmers who have won laurels at the state and the national levels. |
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'''CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES''' |
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The Uniformed Services (NCC -Air Wing and Army Wing) train students to develop personal discipline , physical fitness , character and comradeship. These provide ample opportunities for preparing students to participate in annual camps as well as in the Republic Day at New Delhi. |
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Our Junior Wing of the 8th Karnataka Battalion of Karnataka and Goa Directorate won the Best Institution Award for the year 2006. Our Cadets do us proud each year when they participate in the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi. |
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Music is an important co-curricular component of education offered here and singing classes are held with regularity. We have the coveted track record of being the first "All Girls Band" in Bangalore. The School Band And Orchestra is one of the finest in the Bangalore school circuit and have earned laurels for some outstanding performances. |
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==Baldwin Democratic Organization== |
==Baldwin Democratic Organization== |
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| Baldwin Girls' High School | |
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| Address | |
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90,Richmond Road, , , 560 025 | |
| Information | |
| Type | Private school, boarding school |
| Motto | Loyalty and Service |
| Established | 1880 |
| Founder | Missionaries of The Methodist Episcopal Church |
| Principal | Mrs. Indira Williams |
| Staff | 150 |
| Gender | Girls |
| Houses | Benthein, Delima, Fisher, Laura Gill, Stephen, Watson, Weston |
| Colour(s) | Blue and white |
| Publication | The Baldwinian |
Baldwin Girls' High School (BGHS), founded in 1880,[1] is one of the oldest schools in Bangalore, India.
Baldwin Boys High School is the brother school of Baldwin Girls' High School.
The school follows the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education syllabus and has classes from Kindergarten to the 10th standard in ICSE (grade).[1] A women's’ first grade and degree college also occupies the premises. The school has an enrollment of more than 5000 students and prepares them for the National ICSE Exams and for the 12th std PUC examinations.
The school has an "Opportunity School" for specially challenged children.
History
The school was established by the Methodist Episcopal Church, with a monetary grant from John Baldwin, Ohio, USA. It was known as the Episcopal Methodist School and was managed by a board of ICSE council. The school had an ISC Board for two years, in 2001 and 2002, but this was discontinued due to lack of a student body, and was replaced by the PUC college.
Extracurricular activities
In 2010, the Baldwin choir came second in the Jingle Jam conducted by Radio Indigo out of 500 schools. The choir of Baldwins has consistently been winning in the annual Basel Mission conducted at the Bangalore Town Hall. The school has the first ever all-girl band to be formed in Bangalore. They are the only all-girl band to have performed at Christmas for the Basel Mission. The school basketball team won the Nationals in 2010 and 2011.
Baldwin Democratic Organization
The organization was formed to inculcate a sense of responsibility in the children. Each student votes for their leaders or representative.
General Officers
- School President.
- Games Captain.
- School Vice President.
- School Secretary cum Treasurer.
- School Junior Vice President (9th)
- School Junior Games Captain (9th)
Miscellaneous
- Choir Prefect.
- Choir Co-Prefect.
- Drum Majorette.
- Junior Drum Majorette.
- Basketball Captain.
- Literary Club President.
- Literary Club Secretary.
- Hostel Prefect.
House Leaders
- Captain.
- Vice-Captain.
- Torch Bearer.
- Secretary.
General Leaders
This consists of the Class Leaders, starting from the 5th std going until the 10th.
- President.Top most post
- Secretary.
- Library Squad.
- Service Squad.
Notable alumni
- Anita Sood, swimming champion
- Dr. Prathima Reddy
- Rishya Hemchandra, entrepreneur
- Aindrita Ray, actress
- Shubra Aiyappa, model
- Meghana Raj, actress
- Archana Akil Kumar, model
- Nirupama Sunderraj, athlete
- Kriti Kharbanda, actress
The Houses
The House system is used in Baldwin Girls High School. Each house has a color.
The High school girls (5std - 10std) houses (with motto) are:
- Benthein - Green, Bend to nothing
- Delima - Pink , Forward ever, backward never
- Fisher - Purple, Persevere to the end
- Laura Gill - Orange , To greater heights
- Stephen- Red , Step up, Stephen
- Watson - Blue , Flame of hope
- Weston - Yellow, Never despair
Most of the houses were named after former principals.
The Junior school girls (2nd - 4th std) houses are:
- Amethyst - Purple
- Coral - Orange
- Emerald - Green
- Garnet - Pink
- Ruby- Red
- Sapphire - Blue
- Topaz - Yellow