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Glimpses of ISF 22

Journey of becoming Rooted and Free Learner
Ages: 14 to 17 years
7 days of fun and learning, designed to nurture the best in you.

ISS_LOGO

Glimpses of ISF 22

Journey of becoming Rooted and Free Learner
Ages: 14 to 17 years
7 days of fun and learning, designed to nurture the best in you.
 

Program Overview

Indic Summer School (ISS) is a vibrant residential learning fest aiming to take school students, ages 14-17 years, beyond the four walls of their homes and classroom. It is a 7-day adventure that promises to nourish the young minds through dynamic and thought provoking activities and workshops. The delegates learn about the mind-body-soul relationship, channel their creativity, connect with culture and develop leadership skills by going through a uniquely curated curriculum. With this, they take a step towards becoming conscious, aware, and confident global citizens.

Dates: 4 June 2023 – 10 June 2023
Location: Rishihood University Campus, Sonipat
Application Deadline: 31st May 2023
Fees: ₹ 15,000/- (Incl. of taxes)
Scholarships Available


For any queries, email us on admissions@rishihood.edu.in or Call/WhatsApp us on +91-8929900404.

 

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Program Overview

Indic Summer School (ISS) is a vibrant residential learning fest aiming to take school students, ages 14-17 years, beyond the four walls of their homes and classroom. It is a 7-day adventure that promises to nourish the young minds through dynamic and thought provoking activities and workshops. The delegates learn about the mind-body-soul relationship, channel their creativity, connect with culture and develop leadership skills by going through a uniquely curated curriculum. With this, they take a step towards becoming conscious, aware, and confident global citizens.

Dates: 4 June 2023 – 10 June 2023
Location: Rishihood University Campus, Sonipat
Application Deadline: 31st May 2023
Fees: ₹ 15,000/- (Incl. of taxes)
Scholarships Available


For any queries, email us on admissions@rishihood.edu.in or Call/WhatsApp us on +91-8929900404.

 

APPLY NOW

Arrive with an Open Mind | Stay for the Endless Fun | Leave with a Big Smile

ISS is intrinsically linked with building the leadership potential of young learners by enhancing their skills and knowledge base. All sessions embed the ‘rooted and free’ ethos to help teenagers find the grounding and the freedom to explore and excel, not only academically but life in general. At the end of this academic fest, delegates go home with not only knowledge about diverse subjects but a renewed sense of self, a newfound purpose, appreciation for culture and a desire to learn more.

Each day of the summer school focuses on bringing out a specific facet of students’ personality. From taking the reins of the mind with yogic practices, to expressing the inner voice through creative outlets, and applying technical skills in different activities – every session catapults the cheer and fosters universal human values.

Key Themes of ISS 2023

EXPONENTIAL +

Stepping out and interacting with the world outside to develop global views.

Exponential+

  • Hands-on sessions on Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship
  • Expert talk on Technology & Society
  • Workshops on Content Creation, Media, Marketing, and Filmmaking
  • Project-based learning and mentor feedback

LEADERSHIP +

Gain skills and attitudes necessary to lead yourself, the community and the nation.

Leadership+

  • Building on skills necessary to become a leader
  • Community visit for an increased understanding of society
  • Expert talks on Bharat (Society, Culture, Nation)
  • Games to inculcate communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

CREATIVE +

Explore creativity as an integral
part of life and a tool
for expression.

Creative+

  • Hands-on speaker sessions to infuse creativity in daily life
  • Workshops on design thinking and entrepreneurship
  • Multiple interactive sessions, including Open Mic, Stand Up, Slam Poetry, Quizzing

YOGI +

Understand the holistic nature of being and get in touch with self.

Yogi+

  • Exploration of health, nutrition, and Ayurvedic living
  • Workshops on emotional intelligence to connect with self using Psychology
  • Experiential tools like Yoga, meditation, nature walk, journaling to manage self

CULTURE +

Instilling appreciation for Indian culture. An building a base.

Culture+

  • Sway to high energy Bajans at Rock-it the Satvik way
  • Workshops on on Indian dance forms, performances using traditional musical instruments and exploring different cultural art forms
  • Indian field games to inculcate communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

Key Themes of ISS 2023

EXPONENTIAL +

Stepping out and interacting with the world outside to develop global views.

Exponential+

  • Hands-on sessions on Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship
  • Expert talk on Technology & Society
  • Workshops on Content Creation, Media, Marketing  and Filmmaking
  • Project-based learning and mentor feedback

LEADERSHIP +

Gain skills and attitudes necessary to lead yourself, the community and the nation.

Leadership+

  • Building on skills necessary to become a leader
  • Community visit for an increased understanding of society
  • Expert talks on Bharat (Society, Culture, Nation)
  • Games to inculcate communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

CREATIVE +

Explore creativity as an integral part of life and expression.

Creative+

  • Hands-on speaker sessions to infuse creativity in daily life
  • Workshops on design thinking and entrepreneurship
  • Multiple interactive sessions, including Open Mic, Stand Up, Slam Poetry, Quizzing

YOGI +

Understand the holistic nature of being and get in touch with yourself.

Yogi+

  • Exploration of health, nutrition, and Ayurvedic living
  • Workshops on emotional intelligence to connect with self using Psychology
  • Experiential tools like Yoga, meditation, nature walk, journaling to manage self

CULTURE +

Instilling appreciation for Indian culture.

Culture+

  • Sway to high energy Bajans at Rock-it the Satvik way
  • Workshops on Indian dance forms, performances using traditional musical instruments and exploring different cultural art forms
  • Indian field games to inculcate communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

Why Join Indic Summer School?

  • Acquire Life Skills: Speaker sessions, workshops, and interactive talks designed to build skills like critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and more.
  • Opportunity to Understand University life: Prepare for an enriching college experience and build and strengthen profile for college applications.
  • Understand Indian culture: Interact with traditional and cultural elements and gain a newfound understanding for it.
  • Build Unique Interests: An assortment of fun, extracurricular activities that channel teenagers’ energy towards productive actions and aid self-discovery.
  • Get Multidisciplinary Perspectives: Emphasis on new-age career opportunities in science, commerce, humanities, and other fields.
  • Improve Social Adaptability: A variety of expert and peer interactions that facilitate better cultural understanding and open mindedness.
  • Build lifelong friendships and connections: One-of-a-kind opportunity to explore, build connections, forge lasting friendships, and join a lifelong learning community.

Interactive Sessions & Activities

Yoga and Meditation

Nature Walk and Journaling

Outdoor Games and Activities

Movie Screening

Talent Show and Open Mic

DJ Night and Rocking it the Satvik Way

Academic Sessions

Social Entrepreneurship

Psychology: Mind and Emotions

Environmental Sustainability

Communicate like a Leader

Technology and Society

Holistic Health and Restorative Medicine

Past Notable Speakers and Performers

Past Notable Speakers and Performers

Rana Daggubati

Actor, Film Producer, Entrepreneur

Vasundhara Das

Actress, Musician and Entreprenuer

Vineet Rai

Founder - The Aavishkaar Group

Anubhav Singh Bassi

Stand-up Comedian

Luv Ranjan

Director, Writer and Producer

Rakesh Godhwani

Founder of School of Meaningful Experiences

Zaeden

DJ and Singer

Hindol Sengupta

Chief Economic Research Officer, Invest India

J Sai Deepak

Litigator and Author

Roopa Pai

Journalist and Children's Author

Harsh Gujral

Stand-up Comedian

Chef Parvinder Bali

Corporate Chef Learning and Development

Testimonials

  • I came to know about the fest through social media. I am very happy to be here. I started to think more creatively and enjoy the process. I loved the theatre workshop the most. I also loved the Rock-it the Satvik way: bhajan concert by Himanshu bhaiya. We danced our hearts out.”

    Anuraag
    ISF 2022
  • Our child enjoyed it a lot and as parents, we felt really secure sending her here. Even doing the things she didn’t like made her strong somewhere and realized that she
    would have to adjust to the world and not the other way round. The fest environment was very friendly and our kids were comfortable instantly. We loved the entire plan and content of the fest. We were very satisfied and felt that they were at the right place.

    Parents of Jasgun
    ISF 2022
  • An incredible experience for me. We learnt many things here about technology, careers, how the world is developing, what the future is going to look like, and what we can do to make it better.

    Megha
    ISF 2019
  • Great experience! I learned a lot in the speaker sessions and workshops. The morning activities and outbound activities were fun, too.”

    Aasmi
    ISF 2018
  • IWF 2022
  • ISF 2022
  • ISF 2019

The Journey So Far

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LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Invaluable Learning. Growing Community. Countless Memories.

Every year, we grow, evolve, and come closer to understanding the young generation better and supporting them to become the leaders our world needs. Indic Summer School (ISS) was earlier known as Indic Summer Fest (ISF) and Indic Teen Fest (ITF).

Edition 1: ITF 2018

India’s first-ever teen convention was organized at Gateway Education at its Sonipat campus. The fest included sessions by over 30 accomplished masters of different fields, opportunities to showcase unique talents, and a wide array of workshops related to music, cooking, art, journalism, science, and history, among other activities.

Edition 2: ITF 2019

The second edition of ITF was as grand as the first one. Inaugurated by Indian actor Rana Daggubati, the festival saw over hundreds of teen participants and over 50 experts engaging in career guidance and self-development sessions, activities on ecological thinking and holistic growth, outdoor exercises, fun-filled dance nights, and talent shows.

Edition 3: ISF 2022

Indic Summer Fest 2022 was a space created for fun & learning together in the form of a residential festival that was organized at Rishihood university campus for 13 to 19 year– old students. The festival aimed to take school students beyond the four walls of their homes and classrooms and allowed them to closely experience the self and society.

The entire five days nurtured the attributes of jigyasa (curiosity), chikirsha (readiness to act), and ananda (joy) with the focus on creating Rooted and Free leaders.

Edition 4: IWF 2022

Indic Winter Fest 2022 was a specially curated 3- day residential fest under the brand of Indic Summer Fest that happened in the month of November 2022. For this fest we hosted our first international cohort for such an event- around 50 teens from Nepal with an agenda to explore education in India and to understand the culture of Bharat.

Learning Outcomes

1

Build self awareness & emotional intelligence

2

Experience university life

3

Build/Strengthen profile for university applications

4

Gain appreciation for Indian culture

5

Improve social skills

6

Acquire Life skills

7

Engage in fun activities & channel creativity

8

Earn a certificate to showcase your learning

Learning Outcomes

1

Build self awareness & emotional intelligence

2

Experience university life

3

Build/Strengthen profile for university applications

4

Gain appreciation for Indian culture

5

Improve social skills

6

Acquire Life skills

7

Engage in fun activities & channel creativity

8

Earn a certificate to showcase your learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about ISS 2023

When will ISS 2023 be held?

ISS 2023 is a seven-day event. The dates are 4th – 10th June 2023.

Where will the academic fest take place?

It will be organized at the Rishihood University Campus in Sonipat, Haryana.

What is the program fee?

The total fee of the program (all inclusive) is INR 15,000 per head. All participants have to make advance payment online through our website.

Answering Parents’ Top Concerns

Is it COVID-safe to attend?

All attendees will undergo testing before entering the campus. Once the festival starts, no outsiders will be allowed to enter the premises. An on-campus medical emergency team will be available 24×7. All hostel rooms and activity areas will be fully sanitized, and adequate preventative measures will be followed to ensure the safety of students, volunteers, and staff members.

Is there a support system? Will kids be alone?

Every participant will be paired with a dedicated mentor at the beginning of the fest. A team of volunteers will supervise the students during the day and hostel wardens will take care of the discipline at the place of accommodation. Students can carry their mobile phones to the festival; however, they would not be allowed to use their phones during the training sessions and workshops.

What are the travel facilities?

We are pleased to offer travel arrangements for students travelling to and from Delhi and RU. Depending on the specifics of the travel, additional charges may apply. We understand the challenges that students face when travelling and aim to provide group pickup and drop-off services from Delhi to make their journey as smooth as possible.

What are the security arrangements?

The facility at Rishihood University campus has separate accommodation for girls and boys. The curfew time is 10 PM and no outsiders are allowed inside the premises. The campus has adequate CCTV surveillance and well-oriented security staff for handling a large number of students.

Are there any extra charges?

ISS 2023 has a one-time, all-inclusive fee that includes the following things:

  • Complementary Food (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Snacks)
  • Air-conditioned accommodation
  • Access to all speaker sessions, workshops, and activities
  • Access to all training materials
  • Exclusive Indic Summer Fest merchandise

You will receive all the details upon confirmation. For more queries, please write to us at admissions@rishihood.edu.in or Call/WhatsApp us on +91 – 8929900404.

You will receive all the details upon confirmation. For more queries, please write to us at admissions@rishihood.edu.in and Contact Us: +91-89299 00404