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"When I was 5 years old, my mother always told me that happiness was the key to life. When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down 'happy'. They told me I didn't understand the assignment, and I told them they didn't understand life" - John Lennon

Modern School actually taught me, inter alia other values, to be happy!

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Adorning the wall of my home since 10 years!

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Adorning the wall of my home since 10 years!

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For nurturing me, loving me, taking care of me like your very own daughter, sharing memories with me, making me who I am today.Your wisdom is precious, anyone who is taught by you is more than blessed.My life as an MUNer would be nothing without you, you are truly the best chargé d'affaires
that the MUNSOC could ever ask for. One fine day,will make you proud,ma’am! And that day I’ll dedicate all my success to you! HAPPY TEACHER’S DAY to my favourite Guru 💗

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Dear Teacher's,
The memories are fresh and fragrant as if it were just yesterday! I received so much love and support; and of course the lessons for life that are beyond any curriculum. Those precious years made growing up so joyful.

Remembering Mrs. David, Mrs Mani, Mrs. Mishra, Mrs. Bhalla from junior school.

Mrs. Mridula Vichitra and Prashant Vichitra from senior school, together they both shaped my professional choices and continue to shower their love and affection. They helped me connect with art and nature, both wonderful experiences in life.

Mr. Mahesh Prassad, Mr. Lalit my TT coach, Mr. AK Goel, Ms. Beeba Sobti, Mrs. Maheshwari, Mr. Chawla, Mrs. Jaya Khurana, Mrs. Mrinalini Mishra, Mrs. Kona Roy, Mr. Bhishambar Khanna, Mr. Bakshi and so many others who gave wholeheartedly!

Thank you!
Regards
Urvi Khanna
1993 Batch
urvikhanna@gmail.com

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Dear Sonia ma’am,

Being under your guidance changed the same as a person. Your work ethic inspires me to this day. No one comes closer to the hard work you put in towards the well being of your students! Extremely grateful to have been under your mentorship. Your dedication, sincerity, passion and consistent strive for excellence is inspirational, to say the least. Thank you for everything, ma’am! Ever grateful. Love and respect always, Karina, Batch of 2020.

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Love and gratitude to all my teachers who helped shape my personality and made me what I am today. Really difficult to name each one as all were amazing teachers and superb mentors. They gave us so much love that even when they scolded or punished us, there was no malice on either side. Trying  to mention a few names who have a special place in my heart- starting from Mr Kapur, Mrs k Vaid , Mrs Sachdeva, Mrs David , Mr PR Batra , Mrs Sahai , Miss Dudeja , Mr Bhattacharya , Mr Ved Vyas Mrs Usha Sharma( masi) Mr BD Chopra, Mrs Raj Batra, Mr Subhash Arora , Mrs and Mr Chaturvedi, Mr RD Goel , Mr Chadha, Mr Bhatia and so many others whose names I can’t add for paucity of space. Thanks to you all on this teacher’s day and always.
Vineeta (Vaid )Bhalla 1979 batch

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Dear Lata Ma'am! I had the good fortune to avail  your kind tutelage and that of all the supremely talented teachers at MSBK from 2007-2011 (S4-S7). All of 14 at the time, I had the gall to sit for the entrance examination and complete all admission formalities single-handedly. When the time came for the interview, there was no hiding from parents since I was told it is mandatory for them to be present. I still remember the questions you had asked me during the interview. You (thankfully) approved my responses, and I was one of the 6 or 7 "newcomers" in S4 in 2007. Even today, through breakfast blues, lunchtime lows or dinner doldrums, I read the farewell message you had kindly delivered to the Class of 2011 to draw strength and inspiration.  Thank you, dear Teacher! - Natasha Bardia  ( Class of 2011 )

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Dear Lata Ma'am! I had the good fortune to avail  your kind tutelage and that of all the supremely talented teachers at MSBK from 2007-2011 (S4-S7). All of 14 at the time, I had the gall to sit for the entrance examination and complete all admission formalities single-handedly. When the time came for the interview, there was no hiding from parents since I was told it is mandatory for them to be present. I still remember the questions you had asked me during the interview. You (thankfully) approved my responses, and I was one of the 6 or 7 "newcomers" in S4 in 2007. Even today, through breakfast blues, lunchtime lows or dinner doldrums, I read the farewell message you had kindly delivered to the Class of 2011 to draw strength and inspiration.  Thank you, dear Teacher! - Natasha Bardia  ( Class of 2011 )

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To Rekha Katyal mam and Neelam chaturvedi Mam. Happy Teachers day. It was great learning experience and Hindi was interesting when you were teaching me. I really enjoyed your lectures. Thank you so much mam for being one of the pillars who taught me a lot. And also to all the teachers who taught me the way of life.

Regards,
Himani Goyal
Batch (2000)

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I am forever grateful to the artist duo Mr Kanwal Krishna and Mrs. Devyani Krishna. They instilled in me a lifelong passion for painting and because of their belief and encouragement , I chose a career in Art.

I  also want to pay my heartfelt homage to Mr. M.N Kapur. He was the Best Principal any student could ever have. Four years that I spent in Modern School were the ‘Golden years of my life. ‘

Puja Rohatgi Kshatriya 1969 (Artist)
www.pujakshatriya.com

Puja Rohatgi Kshatriya 1969
Website: puja kshatriya.com

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Mrs Moitra , Mrs Vaid (mom) Mrs Sengupta,Mrs Singh
Behind them Mrs Mani , Geeta aunty , Khera Aunty , Mrs Surinder Singh , Mrs Nigam and Mrs Sehga

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Vineeta Vaid Bhalla class of 1979

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Mrs Sehgal, Mrs Vaid , Mrs David and Brig Verma

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Mrs Sehgal, Mrs Vaid , Mrs David and Brig Verma

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To all the Gurus and Mentors of RSJMS & MSBK

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To all the Gurus and Mentors of RSJMS & MSBK

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On the occasion of the Teachers’ Day 2021 I wish to thank all the teachers at RSJMS & MSBK for their guidance, mentorship and love they bestowed on us

Just to name a few Mr. MN Kapur, Ms. Roberts, Ms. Cutler, Mrs. Sahai, Mrs. Bakshi, Mrs. Mander, Mrs. Jogindra, Ms. Rita Talwar, Mr. Tyagi, Mrs. Sarin, Ms. Malini Kapoor, Ms. Raksha Bhandari, Ms. Vijay Sirohi, Ms. Rita Gupta, Mr. Bhatia, Mr. Chopra, Mr. Chaturvedi, Mr. Giri, Mrs. Sharma, Mr. Taranbir Singh, Mr. Glad, Mr. Baweja, Mr. Bakshi

Puneet Raman (1985 batch)

Secretary MSOSA

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So, I had always heard all these awesome stories abt Mrs Bhalla from my brother Awini (maam was his class teacher), how loving and affectionate she was and knew everything abt all her students. On Christmas or diwali she gave a tiny gift to all her class, my brother got a small plastic car( till date he has it on his shelf) Anyone who knows my brother today knows of his passion for cars. Silently I was jealous of him and always wished that maam would teach me one day.
Geography happened to me by chance and not choice but it was destiny and I finally got Mrs Bhalla in S7..
My Modern School journey would have been incomplete without maam who was always by my side with the best advice in the world.
Thank you maam for being you, I truly feel blessed to have been one of your students and experienced your love.
Love you always
Daksha (Shanker) Jaidka
Class of 1993

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Mr. M. N. Kapur - one of the greatest Educationist ever, who shaped the lives of thousands of Modernites.
Remembering him fondly on Teachers Day 🙏
Vikas Mishra
Class of 1980

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For each one of us, the very first teacher in our lives is our mother. She teaches us life values what other institutions and teachers can only improve upon and hone.  My sisters and I have had the double blessing of having our mom as a mother ,  teacher at home and also a teacher at school. Whatever we are today is only thanks to her hard work and single handed determination. We thank her every second of our lives but as 5th September is the special day to show our gratitude and appreciation to all our mentors and guides, I would like to post a message in remembrance and love for Mrs K Vaid , from my sisters Priya Vaid , Preeti Malhotra and myself. Thank you for your guidance, love and help in shaping our future and that of your innumerable other students and hostellers. Love Vineeta Vaid Bhalla (Class of 1979)

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For each one of us, the very first teacher in our lives is our mother. She teaches us life values what other institutions and teachers can only improve upon and hone.  My sisters and I have had the double blessing of having our mom as a mother ,  teacher at home and also a teacher at school. Whatever we are today is only thanks to her hard work and single handed determination. We thank her every second of our lives but as 5th September is the special day to show our gratitude and appreciation to all our mentors and guides, I would like to post a message in remembrance and love for Mrs K Vaid , from my sisters Priya Vaid , Preeti Malhotra and myself. Thank you for your guidance, love and help in shaping our future and that of your innumerable other students and hostellers. Love Vineeta Vaid Bhalla (Class of 1979)

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Veronica Ma'am, The love and affection stay in my heart. RSJMS was a wonderful place thanks to all the wonderful teachers. My best times were with you. Whether it was the Cheshire Home event or just putting up the boards, each event became an occasion to rejoice. Of course, the story of how I went back with a tape on my mouth is something I love telling. It is one of my favoritest( I know its not a word) memories. Thank you for being who you are!
Regards
Pratima Mittal (1995)

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Thank you!! You all have impacted me accidentally, unintentionally but intensely. I’m just a conglomeration of ideas you all possess. Scolded me for messing up, Appreciated me for doing well, you’ve made me who I am today. We may not be in a classroom setting anymore but you’ll continue to inspire me till I live.

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Dear Jaya ma’am,
Not one day goes by that I don’t think you, thank you for being my teacher, my mentor, my friend and a mother to me. All I am as a person, today, is because of you. You’ve been like a pillar of strength to all of us. A constant motivator and protector!

Lots of love and respect for you
Hope to see you soon, miss you!
Tej Parwani
Batch of 2020

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Dear Bolaka Ma’am
Thank you for all your kindness always. My time at Modern was a breeze thanks to wonderful teachers like you who helped me grow as a person. Very grateful.
Anuttama Banerji
Batch of 2011

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To the ever loving, affectionate and caring Ma'am and Sir who showered their guidance, love and care which groomed us right through our journey from S1 till date....you deserve the best on this day...Ravi Prakash (Gai) class of '72

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Thank you for making me the person that I am today. This shy, once under-confident girl could transition into an outspoken, young women only because of you! The share of everything small or big that I’ll ever achieve lies with you - Ms Payal Mathur, Ms Harleen Chadha, Mr Rais Khan, Mr S Roy, Ms Meera Malhotra, Ms Sonia Kapoor, Ms Divya Sahdev, Ms Reeta Banerjee, Ms Lata Joshi, Ms Shivani Kaul, Ms Anu and many many more. Wishing you all a very happy teachers day ❤️

Ruhanijot Kaur Bhasin
Batch of 2020

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For someone who was hardly ever in class, I always tried to make it back for your classes, specially the lab sessions 🙈 You could read what any of us were going through just by looking at us. Thank you ma’am for being the mother of S7 D. Lots of love ❤️

Ruhanijot Kaur Bhasin
Batch of 2020

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Thank you ma’am for guiding me and supporting me through every step of my school journey from the minute I stepped in. I had the blessing to not just have you as a subject teacher but a class teacher, twice and a house mistress too. Your smile and love brighten up every dull day. Lots of love  ❤️

Ruhanijot Kaur Bhasin
Batch of 2020

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It was impossible to get through a day during function time (which was almost the whole year 🙈) without making a run to your room. The lists, permissions and convincing will always be missed. Thank you ma’am for being the sweetest and for always supporting me.
Lots of love ❤️

Ruhanijot Kaur Bhasin
Batch of 2020

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Thank you Jaya ma’am for you constant support and love. I have been missing the hugs and kisses you showered everytime I met you or greeted you so much! I hope you’re well doing.
Lots of love ❤️

Ruhanijot Kaur Bhasin
Batch of 2020

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Mrs. Jogindra ...meeting her after decades brought back memories of  same love and affection she showered and the Geographia and the loving punishments...' 72...
Ravi Prakash

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History was the clichéd ol'boring subject until we were introduced to it by Sobti ma'am, the memorable classes along the heritage tours around Delhi ignited a love for the subject and made our lives more meaningful...Though one is on a different path in life(read-Science)but the heart still years for those times with a nonfading love for History... Thank you ma'am🙏
~ Mihir, batch 2004

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Happy Teacher's Day ❤️
New to school, scared to even go out of the class, took Ceramics as my SUPW when I did not even know what was this period all about.  Ma'am, thank you for all the patience and love. If it weren't for you,I wouldn't be able to learn Ceramics. Thankyou ❤️

Regards
Khushboo Sharma
Batch of 2015

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Happy teacher's day :D
Thankyou Indu Ma'am for teaching me the subject history in the best possible manner. Wish I could just sit again in your class and learn many beautiful stories narrated by you :')
Will come to meet you soon :)
Thankyou Ma'am ☺️

Regards
Khushboo Sharma
Batch of 2015

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The greatest influence in my life besides my parents has been Mr.M.N.Kapoor. A teacher who influenced the lives of thousands of Modernites , he constantly encouraged us to believe in ourselves and follow our dream . He taught us to be honest, ethical , disciplined, humble and passionate in whatever we choose to do . The long lectures and anecdotes at the morning assembly were perhaps the greatest learnings which have continued to influence our lives even beyond school. A true teacher who not only educated the minds but the hearts of all of us . 🙏
Ashwajit Singh ( Batch of 1980)

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𝙾𝚗𝚎 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚋𝚎𝚜𝚝 𝚎𝚗𝚐𝚕𝚒𝚜𝚑 𝚝𝚎𝚊𝚌𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚝 𝚝𝚊𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝 𝚖𝚎. 𝚢𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚌𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚜𝚎𝚜 𝚠𝚎𝚛𝚎 𝚊𝚕𝚠𝚊𝚢𝚜 𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚢 𝚒𝚗𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚊𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚟𝚎. 𝙰𝚕𝚝𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑 𝚢𝚘𝚞 𝚛𝚎𝚝𝚒𝚛𝚎𝚍 𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚝 𝚢𝚎𝚊𝚛 𝚋𝚞𝚝 𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚔𝚜 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚑𝚊𝚙𝚙𝚢 𝚝𝚎𝚊𝚌𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚜 𝚍𝚊𝚢 𝚖𝚊'𝚊𝚖.
Meenakshi ma'am
Ma'am your the reason my hindi has improved over the years (and I still always double check them) I miss all your scolding and the way you used to teach us. Happy teachers day ma'am and THANK YOU.

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This was way back in 1972-73... yet I feel his arm around my shoulder till date. 

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To Sh. M.N. Kapur and every one else who taught us at Modern School... Respect and gratitude each day.

Raajaysh Chetwal
1980 Batch

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Archana ma'am is one of the most wonderful teachers who have taught me. Apart from being an amazing English teacher, she is also a super-cool person to interact with. I would like to thank her for teaching me.
Thank you so much Archana ma'am ❤️❤️

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Even though Rashmi ma'am seems to be really strict, but you cannot deny that she is one of the most wonderful teachers. The amount of effort she puts in cannot be measured. Hats off to her. She literally checked each and every student's notebook, word by word. And she can make the laziest students study. I want to thank her for teaching me, for that one year, and thanks to her, my base for higher classes became so strong. ❤️❤️

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Thank you for always believing in me and seeing the best in me, even when I couldn't see it in myself. Winning the house cup and organising house functions with you are memories I will cherish forever. You always saw merit over everything else, and I value that more than anything else.

Love,

Geetika Srivastava
Batch of 2013

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You've always been a gem of a teacher, my guide and someone I looked up to. I will never forget my accounts classes, everytime I woke up at 5 am just to finish my homework in order to answer every question in school. Thank you for instilling that discipline in me, while at the same time showering all your love and blessings. Think about you very often and am so glad to have been your student.

Love,

Geetika Srivastava
Batch of 2013

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Dear Jaya Ma’am , Sharma sir and Rajesh sir

You all were the most encouraging, loving and caring teachers! Thankyou for supporting me throughout! Miss you and love you.

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Happy Teacher’s Day to Beeba Sobti ma’am!

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Happy Teacher’s Day to Beeba Sobti ma’am!

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As a child, I was always fascinated with historical tales and monuments but hadn’t enjoyed reading the subject much until I got the opportunity to be taught by Beeba ma’am in class 10th. She made history seem so much more interesting! The passion with which she taught the subject was infectious. She ignited my love for history at the most perfect time! We had to make the critical decision about our stream of study in the subsequent year. While, I was initially inclining a bit towards science (unsure of the future prospects in history), that one year changed everything for me! I ended up picking humanities and was very fortunate to be taught by her again- learning the subject, loving the subject (and never regretting my decision).

Today, 10+ years later, I am preparing to submit my Ph.D. in History. 😊
Thank you ma’am for showing me the way. I wouldn’t be a historian if you weren’t my teacher! Always very grateful. Hope I make you proud someday! 🙏🏼

Warm regards,
Pallavi Das
Batch of 2011

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In addition to teaching at RSJMS, she also took care of the hostel and its wards like her extended family. She was always smiling, ready with an Urdu couplet or a humorous poem at hand, willing to share a laugh with her friends and colleagues. Her kindly and gentle presence will be missed by all who knew her. 🙏

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Arindam Sir, you believed me to be a better dancer, far more than I did. All the time I spent in the dancing room or on the stage, crafts some of my best memories. Your love for dance and your simplicity rubbed onto all your students. Thank you for being such an amazing teacher.
Pratima Mittal
(1995)

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A heartfelt  thank you  to all the teachers  who spend their time, energy, and love to care to educate us.
HAPPY TEACHER'S DAY

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I was lucky to have you as a teacher as wonderful as you are.

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I was lucky to have you as a teacher as wonderful as you are.

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Wishing You a Teacher's day That's full of Joyous moments!

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With deep gratitude and respect to Ms. Talwar who taught me biology during the years 1972-74.

I had switched subject streams and opted for Biology in Class 10 and was coached selflessly by Ms. Talwar, for at least a couple of months, to help bring me up to speed.

I did not pursue Medicine in College regrettably, but her generous attention helped me to appreciate the importance of passion and hard work, for success in your chosen vocation. A critical life lesson that she imparted to me, at an early and formative stage of my life.

She aroused a deep interest in Biology in all of us through her infectious enthusiasm for the subject and was the best teacher I had the privilege of knowing through my school years.

Gautam Nath, Batch of 1974

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I learn't the art of Chip Shot in football from him. He was a practical coach and fit as fiddle. Once he did a hand flip and shot the ball in the goal vertically upside down with a strong kick. Amazing Sir.

Atul Chaudhary
Modernite

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It is morning assembly and Mr. Kapur is telling the story - “when I was in London and walking down a trail I took out a chocolate from my pocket, ate it and threw the wrapper on the jungle trail. A local girl walking behind me picked up the wrapper and put it in her pocket (I wondered why), a little while down the trail there was a litter box and she threw the wrapper there.” This was the 3rd time in as many years I had heard the same story. I was bored and sleepy listening to this repetition then. But today I never throw any waste on the street. If even there is the slightest urge to throw waste the picture of Mr. Kapur telling the story comes in front of my eyes. This is decades before Swachh Bharat Abhiyan by Mr. Modi. Guru Ji was ahead of his times. He lives in our subconscious, We worship him.

Atul Chaudhary

Modernite

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To Sir, with Love!

As a young Major while on leave I visited the School and met the Principal Mr. Bakshi... once my English teacher. As we exchanged notes he enquired about children and their education. My two daughters were then studying in Army Public School at Dhaula Kuan, like any other Army Officer’s children. Bakshi Sir surprised me by asking “Why are they not studying in Modern School? See me on Monday at 10 am in my office! " Well Monday was a torrential rain, Connaught Place Minto Bridge was flooded as usual. A tree had fallen at the main gate and damaged a parked car. But the young Major on his Vespa Scooter and an Army Issue Duckback Parka Raincoat was at the School gate partly drenched up. I entered the Principal's office at the appointed hour. Mr. Bakshi again surprised me by saying yes, I told you to come on Monday, but not in this torrential rain! You could have come any other day. Anyway get both your daughters for admission tomorrow or any other day but when the weather is clear. A summary admission test was done as a formality and the girls were admitted. I got my dream fulfilled without asking. That is Mr. SP Bakshi.

We were in hostel and Mr. Bakshi would step out of his residence some times to play badminton. On one such occasion me and my Bong hostel-mate got into a discussion for and against Karl Marx. Marxism was at its height in Delhi those days. Mr. Bakshi overheard the conversation when the young impressionable mind of the Bong quoted heavily from Das Kapital. Mr. Bakshi politely asked him what other books he has read? None - he was silent. So Mr. Bakshi advised him to read other books, gain a wide base of knowledge initially, before deciding for himself the best way forward. That I remember and practice to this day. Such is Mr. Bakshi.

Atul Chaudhary
Modernite

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Be it your dressing style or your motivation, you inspire me the most. Your smile filled with charm still makes me smile whenever it comes to my mind. My best memories in Modern are from both of you, Love you loads. İ miss you💞🌷
Shiza Rehman
Batch of 2020

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With the Olympic fever gripping the Nation, we cannot miss our favorite sports Guru Ji - a pioneer in moulding swimmers of Modern School. He was himself a keen sportsman and played water polo at international level. He was member of the Indian Water Polo Team for Indo - Sri Lanka dual meet held at Trivandrum in 1973. When Pahuja Sir, went for admission to NIS Patiala a Hungarian Coach was hesitant to accept him as a student. Mr. Pahuja Sir challenged him. The Coach Dr. Otto Demjen challenged him to score one goal in three attempts. If he failed to score, he would be catching the next bus back to Delhi. Young Virender started swimming with the ball from the goal now being manned by Dr. Otto towards the rope dropped in the pool as the striking line. Lo and Behold on touching the line he shot the ball with a back hand without turning to see the goal - and he scored! Determination and Guts that he exhilarated created great sports personalities at School. I had the privilege of being in touch with him till his last. He was always helpful. His memory is carried in the annual Statistical Bulletin on swimming by his younger daughter Dr. Meenakshi Pahuja. We also have an annual Theatre Festival by “Komal & VK Pahuja Foundation” organised by the elder daughter Dr. Supriya Pahuja. We miss you Sir.

Atul Chaudhary
Modernite

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Geeta Ma’am
Your geography lessons combined with your versatile personality made my time at Modern very memorable. Thank you for always encouraging me to pursue my goals and ambitions till this day! I am so grateful :) Miss you.

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Beeba Sobti Ma’am
I still remember the first day I joined school in eleventh standard and attended your class. I think that day I fell in love with history when you taught me the chapter titled “Central Islamic Lands” - I think the anecdotes that you added from your life made the whole learning experience very interesting! I think your way of teacher pushed me to take up academia! If I become a professor tomorrow, it’ll be wholly thanks to you. Thank you so much Ma’am! Gurupranam!
Anuttama Banerji
Batch of 2011

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Where does one begin? Mrs. Moitra in Nursery, Mrs.Talwar, Mrs Sehgal....the teachers who built our foundation in the early years.. Mrs Mehra, Mrs. Dhulia who taught us to be meticulous..Mrs Grover, Veronica Aunty facilitated our expressions and greatly shaped my confidence...Mrs Chaturvedi, Mrs. Vaid, Nalini ma'am, Naina aunty, Ms.Banerjee,Mrs Gadia,Rita Aunty(mom) have contributed to moulding us into capable beings. Prepared us for the Senior School and its demands.
Sachdeva Sir who made the meaning of champion so real 🏆

Mrs Sapna Bhatia, Ms Sobti actually Beeba ma'am. Mrs Baveen Salaria, Urmi ma'am, Kavita ma'am, Mrs Mulla, Geeta Chadha ma'am, Shukla Sir,Ms. Neera Narang, Binju Sir, Pandey Sir, Asha sareen maam, Mr.Arora, Mrs Pooja Kapoor Mrs Khatri, Ahmed Sir,  Jaya ma'am, Mrs Bhalla who ensured we live upto the legacy...and Mahesh prasad Sir whom I met after years as a parent at Heritage and the warmth and welcome was so heartfelt. It's for their love, guidance, high regard and appreciation that brings us back to school for the centenary celebrations.....this bond this connect is purest. It's nostalgia and gratitude and all 💜

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Ma'am supported me a lot throughout my school years. She took care of me like a mother when my mother was diagnosed with cancer.
And she still does, I discovered this when I met her recently and very cutely she asked my husband I hope you take good care of her !
She is special and will always remain my special teacher.
Priyanka

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A serious teacher by nature but his love of Maths and students was never in doubt. Thanks very much for your patience and sharing your love of the subject.

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While I learnt a lot in the class Mr. Balam's appreciation of the shoulder push on the football field gave me the confidence to tackle other players on the field and more importantly any situation with confidence in life. Thank you for the words of encouragement.

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Heartfelt gratitude to our revered Principal who provided superb guidance to students over many years and assembled an excellent group of teachers to launch us all into life as confident young men and women ready to take on the world.

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Sir is in the accounts department. World needs more people like him. He helped me in taking up Hindi as a sixth subject in class 12th. I missed the deadline to fill the form but he still made sure that I get this subject. Helped me so much.
Thankyou for every little thing you do for the students,Sir.

Regards
Khushboo Sharma
Batch of 2015

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Though I was never taught by you but you made me learn so many things about people and life. Talking to you even today still makes me feel how lucky and blessed I am to have you as my guru. Working for "Sandesh" got easy and fun with you.

Regards
Khushboo Sharma
Batch of 2015

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Thank You Sir for inculcating the system of method in us. The numerous questions we solved developed the miracles of sustenance and hard work. It gave us an achievement we cherish till today. Thank you Sir for being there and inspiring us to keep trying. Wishing you a lot of happiness Sir always. Arun Khanna Gurgaon 92

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Thank you Ma'am for inculcating the spirit to strife in life. We developed the levels of endurance, sustenance, discipline and hard work. The feeling to never give up . Thank you always Mam. Arun Khanna Gurgaon 92

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To the teachers who have touched my life and made me who I am today...

Mrs Neelam Puri- that genuine love and care when she said "mera bachcha". I remember her hugs so warmly.

Mrs. Usha Tanan - the reason my Hindi handwriting is as good as it is... I wanted to write just like her! She polished my Hindi writing and speaking at that early stage... And I used to return to her even later ... She was my Hindi anchor!

Mr Pant - he was the best Hindi teacher you could ask for especially in class 10. I topped the school in the 10th board in Hindi with an unbelievable 85% at the time - all thanks to his belief and hard work. I had no tuition in Hindi. Ever. Only Mr Pant making me write one essay per week. Completely orginal every time. He was a gem.

Ms Beeba Sobti - she joined senior school with our batch.. and taught us his-story in class 6. The reason why I still love history today. Everyone knows she's a star - but she has that extra special bond with our class.

Mrs. Sanjana Mulla - she was such fun. Always cheerful, ready to accept jokes and pranks, with her ready smile and infectious laughter.

Mrs Kona Roy - my home in modern school. She was whimsical, a true tyrant, completely brilliant and had a heart of gold. Her "Aye beta" still rings in my ears sometimes and brings a smile to my heart.

Mr Singhal - an excellent physics teacher, a truly kind house master, and a gem of a person.

To all the teachers who taught me, scolded me, shaped me, and nurtured me - you are deeply loved and thought of often.
Thank you!

Pooja Narayan
Batch of 1995

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My Principal!
If I was fearless, bold, confident and ridiculously comfortable all through my frenetically busy 11th & 12th in Barakhamba road - it was all thanks to Mr Bakshi, and his unshakable confidence in me.
I would miss classes regularly for some event or the other - debates, independence day, sandesh, founders day.. and many times the teachers would express displeasure at my attendence.
Mr Bakshi would pat my hand and ask, "have you missed anything important? Do you need help from any teacher? Tell me. You are doing all this for the school... You should not suffer because of it".
He had confidence in us beyond our years and capability. Whether it was to interview a General of the Army, a Vice President or to seek an appointment with the head of PepsiCo for sponsorship, he had full faith in us.
In retrospect, I see now how much confidence those early years have built in me. Thanks to Modern, I still believe I can do anything!
Thank you Modern. Thank you Mr Bakshi.

Pooja Narayan
Batch of 1995

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How many people have the privilege of receiving a beautiful handwritten "get well soon" card from their teacher in class 5?
Sushma aunty, who was my social studies teacher at the time, sent me a card by post when I was stuck at home with chicken pox.
It's a memory I will cherish forever.
Her love, affection and personal interest made social studies my favourite subject. I still remember her with so much love ❤️❤️

Pooja Narayan
Batch of 1995

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The amount that she scolds you is directly proportional to the amount she loves you 🙈

One was the day back in 9th grade where I was most terrified of you and one is the day today where I can call you up for nothing specific and still end up talking for hours. You’ve been so much more than teacher to me ma’am. The lessons you’ve taught me from the textbook and beyond will always play an integral role in shaping me. Lots of love and good health to you ❤️

Ruhanijot Kaur Bhasin
Batch of 2020

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I fondly remember Padma Shri M.N. Kapur with whom I had very exceptional rememberances. He insisted on speaking in English but I used Hindi to reply to him. Once he got a cane to thrash me for a stupid act where I was a “suspect”. I openly challenged him to not touch or use that baton. Such was our initial relationship. But then gradually he started admiring me because of my attitudes….once when he asked me to recite some Sanskrit shlokas and narrate their meaning. He appreciated the knowledge and the spirit.

The climax of my respect for him was getting the comments from him when he wrote in my farewell Adarsh “you think straight and you are honest and have courage of conviction determined, disciplined,dependable, straightforward with a stamp of good breeding and Indian culture in his personality”. I bow to him for recognizing these personality traits in me in my childhood which I cherish to date.

Rakesh Gupta
1971 Batch

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Two years back I got a call. “I am Surendra this side…”. I replied candidly “ I am sorry … I fail to recognize you”. The voice said,” I am your school Teacher Surendra Kumar Gambhir….How are you”. It took few seconds to put the clock back 53 years before I could refresh my faded memory. How could he trace me after so many years? He responded that he traced me with help from MSOSA as he was fondly looking for me since he knew me as a child in 1966. We decided to meet in Connaught Place. On being face to face the student in me just bent and bowed down to touch his feet and he embraced me tightly. The built, the voice, the straight upright posture and crystal clear crisp pronunciation was just as it was in 1966. We talked and I had invited another batchmate our Dear Tullu Patnaik for this meeting. It was an out of the world experience for me. Since that day we are in regular communications over various issues of common interest.

My gratitude to Shri Surendra Kumar Gambhir who was an icon for us during school days and till date

Rakesh Gupta
1971 Batch

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A tribute to Mrs. Renuka Khanna, my English teacher, who ignited my passion for poetry and lyric

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A tribute to Mrs. Renuka Khanna, my English teacher, who ignited my passion for poetry and lyric

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I can't say exactly when or how I started writing poetry and song lyrics, but here I am, an acclaimed and successful singer-songwriter with more than 300 songs penned by me, 12 albums released, and several songwriting awards adorning my walls and reminding me that this is my passion, my life. Becoming a singer-songwriter was not at all the career I prepared for when I was in school. Somehow, writing songs and lyrics took over my life and became my greatest passion and purpose in life. When I think back to the classes I enjoyed the most in school, English classes with Mrs. Renuka Khanna come to mind. I remember always coming out of Ms. Khanna's classes feeling happy and enriched. Again, I can't say why, but Ms. Khanna exuded a love for English poetry and literature that was obviously quite contagious and opened up a whole new world to me. Thank you, Ms. Khanna, for my ever-growing love of English poetry and lyrics that you secretly snuck into my heart.

Ajay Mathur
Batch of 1971

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Late Smt. Kona Roy - O Captain, My Captain! - by Ratik Dayal, Class of 1997

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Late Smt. Kona Roy - O Captain, My Captain! - by Ratik Dayal, Class of 1997

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Sitting with my daughter through her Teacher's Day online celebration, it struck me how my mentors meant so much to me, and yet I hadn't found the time to enunciate those overpowering sentiments onto something meaningful. Mentors, people who see you for who you are, and like sculptors at play with clay, craft you into something with a deeper sense of being and identity. A teacher who never taught me in school, yet left me with a lasting and deeply enriched embedded experience, learnings therefrom I will pass on to my children, and their children. To Late Ms. Kona Roy, who I wished I'd spoken to in the years after she she left Delhi...
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Late Smt. Kona Roy - O Captain, My Captain! - by Ratik Dayal, Class of 1997

A mentor who spots a spark in you, toils infinitely to see that spark shine more often until you are all but shining. That was the Late Smt.. Kona Roy. The lady with the wickedly bewitching humour, the tongue sharper than a surgeon’s knife, and the critical eye that would have made Charlton Heston shudder in his nappies. She never taught me and I’m happy she never did. She wasn’t the typical teacher. She was an aristocrat amongst educationists; the Elizabeth of the Queen’s English. My brush with her was on the occasion of her casting for the play “Arms and the Man’ in the summer of 1999. She shrieked at me ‘You Punjabi Boy!” when I did read my lines, and after a minute long lecture of how terrible my diction was, she said with a smile – ‘You are going to be my star!.” I was not sure whether I was to feel flattered for the last sentence or jump right into a garbage bin for being told my spoken language was forever cursed. But she had caught us in all in her web, an enchanted lot infected with her ideals of linguistic perfection. We spent days practicing in her house, in Sir Shankar Lal Hall, in PJB building, at the canteen stairs, and wherever else in school we could enact a ‘Sergius’, a ‘Luka’, or whichever character we were playing. We spent long enough hours to gobble up her "Maggie wale aloo" for dinner! I still remember her screaming ‘Bite your words’ -in common parlance it meant to open one’s mouth and enunciate every alphabet in a spoken word in the manner that met her lofty standards. Tears, toil, distress, grief. We felt all that. The cast rebelled. There was drama in the drama! And then in the weeks that followed, we got to her know her better. She was deeply passionate about the spoken language, in bringing that passion down to every little talking head she could find. In the milieu of Modern School, an infinitesimal population shared her passion, and rather than giving it all up, she was happy to exist in a corner radiating that passion to those who had the heart strong enough to absorb it. She was a perfectionist, a composer that languishes for that one note that would make the musical masterpiece forever beautiful. The experience of that play forged a new me. I had lived the language, bitten the words, fought and won my personal battle with confidence. The applause that I received during my performance was not my chalice of victory, rather it was the appreciative smile and warm hug from the iron lady who had found the ‘Punjabi Boy’ most lacking! Forever indebted to you dear Ma’am, I live your words every day, I still bite them, and wish for my children they’d find their Ms. Kona Roy to be mentored by! Miss you always.

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Principal MN Kapur has made us smart citizens who not only can take care of self but also contribute to the society as responsible Citizen
गुरु गोबिंद दोऊ खड़े
काके लागू पाए
बलिहारी गुरु आपनो
गोविंद दियो मिलाए
Virender Jain 1969

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To all my teachers on teacher's day 🙏

On teacher's day ,we honour teachers ,so thank you, my teachers, for all that you gave. I am grateful to be your student.

Thank you for challenging me to be my best and instilling in me a passion for learning. I feel so blessed to have a teachers like you who not only pushes me towards achieving my goal but also supports me in every step.

You are truly inspiring individuals who has taught so much more than simply curriculum.

That Is why I just wanted to let you know that your hard work, efforts, and care are much appreciated.

The best teachers don’t give you the answer, but they spark within you the desire to find the answer yourself.

From ABC’s to red, white and blue; to history and mathematics too, all I want to say is a big THANK you!

Today I celebrate you for being selfless, devoted, hardworking, and the wisest person in the classroom.

I am grateful to be your student.

*Happy Teacher’s Day!*

Regards
Ambika Gupta

Batch of 1992

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Portrait of MNK by Vineet Ahuja,Class of ‘70 

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Portrait of MNK by Vineet Ahuja,Class of ‘70 

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I am Vineet Ahuja of 1970 batch and currently live in Melbourne, Australia and I painted this portrait of Mr M N Kapoor.  I wanted to make his portrait as a tribute to him because he is a hero that I consider one of the most important person to shape my life. I only got a chance to study in Modern School due to him. There is a long story on this for me but that is for some other time.
The idea for this portrait came while I watched Dhruvtara and I found this pose to reflect what I always felt about Mr Kapoor- Intense, intellect, advising us on his pearls of wisdom. I hope I have been able to show that. The painting would not have been possible without guidance and critique of Samir Mathur who relentlessly helped me to pursue exactitude and from late Suresh Gupta, who helped me get the original photo. I hope you all like it.
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Warm Regards,
Vineet Ahuja

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What more can one say abt the most incredible teachers I was taught by when in school…the first ever interaction was with none other than the special one Miss David Ma’am, was introduced to her by dad Mr Suresh gupta(Modernite 1970

Batch) , Ranjana Ma’am, Vidhu gadiya maam and Mrs kukreja were my most favourite in junior school…and the pool

Of talent was provided my fav music teachers Rita Ma’am and baisakhi Ma’am and Arindam sir ..what’s more beautiful that they all later taught my daughter Manya n the legacy continues. Senior school my most fav was always Bhalla Ma’am and the amazing time at the interact club with her. ..also Mr AK Chaturvedi sir who not only had a very close bond with my dad, was a super warm n sweet teacher. Although there are many more teachers who gave me such beautiful memories n experience but it’s tough to name all but can I say that will always be full of gratitude for the contribution they gave in my life n helped me to be what Iam today.

Regards

Divya Gupta Kotawala

(Batch 99)

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Still remember the late nights in school during ACCESS 2K3. Continued to visit school for many years after passing out to meet Gautam Sarkar sir and other members of the club. We were a great lot. Happy teacher's day, Gautam sir. You taught us to be humble, disciplined and strict. Miss you and wish we could meet soon again.

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Some teachers actually help you find yourself, and Jaya Ma’am did exactly that to me! Her method of teaching is so wonderful that you can’t help but like her subject! Her meticulous ways and infectious smile stayed with me, and helped chart my course! Thank you Ma’am! You are truly amazing!
Tanu Goyal,
Batch of 2003

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Thank u n regards to all the teachers who been a part of my growing up, my heart is filled with gratitude 🙏🏻Gurupranam🙏🏻
Sakshi (Arora) Khanna 1993

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You always have been one of the finest physical education teacher, who has made sports so much more fun and great learning. To me, sports would not have been possible without your motivation, guidance and support. With all my heart, I want to wish you a very Happy Teachers Day.

Batch of 2015

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"Here lies a man who knew how to bring into his service men better than he was himself." States the tombstone of Andrew Carnegie. Bond played that role in building up a stellar gallery of teachers, as evidenced by the tributes left by many.  Among my favorite teachers was Mr. Ratra, probably known only to a select few. He taught mechanical drawing to aspiring engineers. He personified the demanding boss, almost a martinet; more than anybody, he demonstrated the meaning of focus. I would be amiss, if I fail to mention the likes of Ms. Jogindra, Ms. Rita Talwar, Mr. R.K. Sharma, and Mr. C.K. Chadha--all of them par-excellence in one way or another. I would like to return to my Sanskrit class and learn the ancient language, so that one day I can read India’s great works.

Somendra Singh

1980

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Wonder years of the Wonder Women who have taught us the most important lessons of life. Our hearts are filled with gratitude

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Wonder years of our wonderful teachers..

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We reached great heights all thanks to the encouragement of Baweja Sir, Chauhan Sir & Sarin Sir...

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Our true pillars. We are filled with gratitude 🙏

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Mohini Talwar Maam...you have always been an inspiration for us...
Your B Section Children
Class of 1993

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Thankyou Ma'am for all the wonderful values and teachings. SI E was lucky to have you as a class teacher and I am the luckiest to have you as my teacher,my guru and above all as my Mother.
History isnt that tough Ma'am as it used to feel like 😅

Regards
Khushboo Sharma
Batch of 2015

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“Teachers are professors that teach all professions” We 5 siblings(the famous/infamous five) thank our Alma-mater:MSBK for giving us glorious memories and impeccable education. Gratitude to all our mentors. Happy teachers day🙏🏻

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“Teachers are professors that teach all professions” We 5 siblings(the famous/infamous five) thank our Alma-mater:MSBK for giving us glorious memories and impeccable education. Gratitude to all our mentors. Happy teachers day🙏🏻

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Erajit Singh 1985
Molijit Singh 1987
Madhujit Singh 1988
Hemajit Singh 1990
Gaganjit Singh 1992

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thankyou for being the strongest pillar of our lives, thankyou for teaching us what strength, power & victory means .
we love you sir ! 🏀❤️

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Beauty, Elegance & Love Personified... Anita Makhija Maam, we love you truly ❤

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I want to take this opportunity to remember and thank Mr. G.Giri Sir, however each and every teacher is respectful and I want to thank all of you 🙏🏻🙏🏻.

Roopak Raja Agarwal
Batch of 93

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I still remember the day in S3 when Geeta Chaddha Maam walked passed my class and I thought my massi had come to school. Back home I told my mother that a new teacher had joined school who looked just like massi and the next day I got to know they even shared their names. Soon enough ma'am became our geography teacher and a beautiful relationship started.
In class S6 I ended up taking geography (though i had no interest)since I didn't want math and physical Ed was not an option. So we decided to bunk geo classes for a few days, and the days turned into abt over a month, where it reached a point that I was scared to go back to class. One fine day Ma'am walked up to the canteen steps where I was sitting and just said to me " Daksha come to class tomorrow " She NEVER questioned me as to why I had ever bunked or embarrassed me. After that, I never bunked, had the best notes in class (that were used by my friends in the yrs aft me) and did extremely well in geography.  Ma'am, you played a very important part in my life, you taught me to overlook things that are unimportant.
Thank you for always giving me the biggest hug when you meet me.🥰

Daksha (Shanker) Jaidka
Class of 1993

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Neeru Sood Ma'am,my first and the best class teacher at School.You gave me the strength to stand up for the right always.
I am forever grateful for your lessons teachings and values which I shall always try to carry and pass on to others wherever I go.
Regards
Khushboo Sharma
Batch of 2015

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*चरण स्पर्श*
Thankyou Lata Ma'am and all my MSOSA trustees for believing in me and giving me a chance to study at Modern School.Just when I needed a little help and a hope, you were right there for me. You offered help,watered my hope and believed in me. Thankyou Lata Ma'am,the world needs a teacher like you ❤️

Regards
Khushboo Sharma
Batch of 2015

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Garv Se Kaho.. Hum Modernite Hain .. With the Dynamic Principal Dr. Vijay Datta 

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Garv Se Kaho.. Hum Modernite Hain .. With the Dynamic Principal Dr. Vijay Datta 

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Mentor, a friend always! I still remember your regular dictations of 10 words (shrutalekh) so that we get the spellings right and words like “aashirwad” which we spelt wrongly always!
All the hindi knowledge we have is because of you and you made the subject fun and easy to learn!
All 5 years of senior school you were my hindi teacher and my favourite one too ☺️
Thank you for everything!

Aanchal Ahuja
2007 batch

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We love you 💙
HAPPIEST TEACHER'S DAY ❤️
Thank you thank you for being my home away from home. Thank you for all your blessings and love.
❤️

Regards
Khushboo Sharma
Batch 2015

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The love and affection shared by and for Neelam Puri Maam are unmeasurable. From Chemistry teacher to class teacher, to headmistress to just one of the most encouraging person in my life till today. Thank you so much Ma'am for your unconditional love.
Regards
Daksha (Shanker) Jaidka
1993