To reinforce their bond with Earth and its environment, Isha Vidhya students nurture saplings for Cauvery Calling, a Conscious Planet – Save Soil initiative. They also tend to the school's organic kitchen garden, harvesting vegetables and fruits later served in the noon meals.
Of the 549 Class 10 students who passed this year, 289 were girls,15 scored centums, and 347 scored distinctions, delivering an average score of 401/500. 391 scholarship students validated the difference that benevolent donors made in their lives.
Take a bow, students and donors!
Beyond its well-stocked school libraries, Isha Vidhya fosters a love of reading in its students through initiatives such as the Verandah Library, News in the Library, and Classroom Library, as well as awards such as the Frequent Library User and Best Reader of the Year prizes.
When learning steps beyond the classroom, it stays with students for life. Isha Vidhya students visited historical sites, natural spaces, scientific exhibits, and more — bringing lessons to life. Read about the exciting excursions here: Isha.co/EEBlog
Isha Vidhya Newsletter – May 2026
An eye for everyday problems and a nurturing school environment took 13 students all the way to the national stage at INSPIRE-MANAK.
Read about the ordinary challenges their extraordinary ideas solve: isha.co/May26NL
Of the 405 Class 12 students who passed this year, 216 were girls. Half of those scoring centums and distinctions were girls as well, and over 200 of the 358 scholarship recipients were girls. Bravo!
An aggregate score of 76% reflects every student's drive to excel.
This summer, around 450 teachers are attending workshops to better align with Isha Vidhya's student-centric, activity-based approach to teaching. Over 2–4 days, they sharpen their skills, draw inspiration from one another, and bond during informal game rounds.
Devanshika’s journey is unique because of her zeal and consistency. Her parents are not formally educated and can only monitor her studies to a limited extent. Individual attention and encouragement from her remedial teacher helped her persevere and sail through.
Madhumithra topped her school in Class 12 and is elated to be studying B .Com in Cost and Management Accounting at the prestigious PSG College of Arts and Science, just as she had hoped. She aims to graduate with good grades and secure a well-paying job to build a stable future.
Colorful murals skilfully painted by our students and teachers adorn many of our school walls. Professional artists have also contributed to creating paintings of traditional Indian art, mythology, social messages, etc., that instill knowledge in a aesthetically pleasing way.
Creating Harmonious Spaces
During the summer term break, teachers at Isha Vidhya Villupuram are busy beautifying the campus with decorative murals, attractive teaching aids, and creative displays to put together a pleasant and motivating atmosphere for energized learning.
Kesavan won this year's zonal 80m hurdles and 100m running race— barefoot. His father saw him race against athletes wearing spiked shoes at a district-level contest and immediately bought him a pair. Kesavan’s next goal: competing internationally like Usain Bolt.
Using AI to Inspire
On the last day of the academic year, a Class 8 teacher at Isha Vidhya Tuticorin surprised students with AI-generated images of themselves in their dream professions, inspiring them to pursue their aspirations with confidence.
Dharshini's parents advise her to study well, as education can be the stepping stone for a better life, and to dream big but stay humble. Moved by her milieu, Dharshini aspires to give back to society, especially to help rural students access better learning resources.
Nine Schools in Rural Tamil Nadu
Innovative teaching methods and activity-based learning make schooling a simple, joyful journey for Isha Vidhya students, many of whom are first-generation schoolgoers.
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English Club Competition
At Isha Vidhya Salem's English Club competition, students honed their comprehension, communication, and presentation skills, enhanced their creative and critical thinking abilities, and strengthened their interest in the language.
Kanthimathi secured her job through the poise and self-assurance she developed at school. She has quickly adapted to her role, values the opportunity to grow professionally, and appreciates the financial stability her job has brought.
Painting Murals
To take a break from studies and relax, Class 10 students of Isha Vidhya Karur decorated their school walls for an hour every day and returned for a few more days after their exams to give their paintings the finishing touch. It prompted teamwork and school pride.