2023
16th December
An Educational Outing
Kunga Thabkhe, one of our senior students, writes:
“Today, we went on an educational tour with four different groups. Group No. 1, comprising senior students from classes IX, X, and XI, visited the Graphics Era Hill University. There, we attended two seminars on Chandrayaan 3, Spacecraft, and Astronomy. Each seminar lasted for about 2 hours, and both were amazing experiences that we thoroughly enjoyed. Later, we embarked on a campus tour accompanied by our science teacher, Mr. Parshuram Pal, Senior Computer teacher Mr. Tenzin Monlam, and Senior Social Science Teacher Mr. Tenzin Gonpo.
Group No. 2 visited the FRI (Forest Research Institute) with students from classes 6, 7, and 8, accompanied by respective teachers: Mrs. Tenzin Yangchen, Ms. Tenzin Choedon, Ms. Choney Dolkar, Ven. Ngawang Chodak, and Mr. Aman Sharma.
Group No. 3 explored the Regional Science Center with students from classes 3, 4, 5, along with Mr. Karma Tenzin, Mrs. Rakhi Sharma, Mrs. Swati Sharma, P.T. Sir Mr. Sanjay Khampa.
Lastly, Group No. 4 visited our nearest zoo with KG, 1, and 2 classes, accompanied by teachers Mrs. Yangche Dolma, Ms. Dolama Yangkyi, Ms. Jamyang Dolma, Ms. Jangchup Dolama, Nurse Tenzin Zomkyi, and Mr. Devendra.”
10th November
Inter-house Annual Athletic Meet 2003
Today Sakya Academy held its 2023 Inter-house Athletic Meet, the sixth of its kind to be held at the school since its founding. This consists of a competition between the school’s four houses: Shariputra (Red), Maudgalyana (Yellow), Chandrakirti (Green) and Nagarjuna (Blue).
Throughout its short history, the event has never failed to border on the spectacular, but this year’s meet was outright jaw-dropping.
Participants were elated that His Holiness the 43rd Sakya Trizin Gyana Vajra Rinpoche was able to take time off his busy international teaching schedule to grace the meet with his presence as Guest of Honour.
The school was also delighted to welcome Sri Karan Singh Nagniyal, Inspector General of Police (I.P.S.) as Chief Guest.
We were also joined by two distinguished Special Guests, Sri Narayan Singh Naplchiyal (IPS), and Sri P.S. Garbyal, Excise Commissioner.
Everyone gave a tremendous performance and deserved to win, but in the end, the Cock House Trophy was swept away by the Blue House, who had trained hard under the guidance of Mrs. Tenzin Yangchen and House Captain Master Anand Kushal.
The Cock House Trophy goes to the house that has amassed the most points in meets held throughout the year.
The best March-past was won by the Green House, trained by House Mistress Ms Dolma Yangkyi and House Captain Master Kelsang Wangdue.
All four houses were supervised by P.T. Master, Mr. Sanjay Khampa.
Well done all!!!!
9th November
Science & Social Sciences Exhibition
Today our boys, big and small, put up a remarkable exhibition of their Science projects. Several of these were focused on environmental issues and technologies. They were joined by students from the Tibetan Villages School.
Auspiciously, His Holiness the 43rd Sakya Trizin, along with his wife and school director Dagmo Sonam Palkyi, visited the exhibition. They took keen interest in the boys’ works and congratulated them effusively.
Well done, boys!
4th October
Inter-house Marathon
This morning, the boys at Sakya Academy ran their first ever inter-house Marathon.
The course was challenging: 8.5 km for the seniors and 5 km for the juniors. Water stands stood at intervals along the way, tended to by cheering teachers and fellow students.
Everyone did great an had an amazing time.
Blue House broke the ribbon, clocking in at 30 minutes!
Well done all!!
28th April
Puja for Gen Jamyang Khedup
Today, H.E. Dungsey Siddharth Vajra Rinpoche led a special prayer session at Sakya Academy dedicated to late Gen. Jamyang Khedup la of Tharig Monastery, Nepal, who passed away on 23rd October at the age of 91. Gen. Jamyang Khedup la served as the Chakzod for both the 6th and 7th Kyabje Tharig Rinpoches.
2nd October
Swachh Bharat Day
On this inspiring day, our students embarked on a cleaning mission of the area surrounding their school.
Big and small, they set out in the morning, armed with enthusiasm, protection gloves and an abundance of large plastic bags, with a mind to rid their neighbourhood of the all-pervading rubbish thriving on its roads, paths and even temples.
A day well-spent, to the benefit of all. If only, by removing an eyesore from the view of passers-by, but also by inspiring whomever was witness to our students’ effort to, in turn, bear in mind the importance of enjoying a clean space.
15th August
Independence Day
On the occasion of the 76th Anniversary of India’s Independence, the students of Sakya Academy staged a bold and dynamic display of speeches, songs and dances celebrating the spirit of courage, brotherhood and unity that this special day embodies.
Representing the Sakya Dolma Phodrang was Dungsey Siddharth Rinpoche as Guest of Honour.
14th July
Exhibition at CTV Selaqui
Today, our senior boys participated in a Science, Maths and Environment Protection Exhibition at CTV Selaqui school. It was organised by the Central Tibetan Administration in order to promote among our young generation healthy educational and scientific values and conduct.
6th July
Birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Today, we celebrate the 88th Western Birthday of our supreme protector and teacher, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.
May he remain among us for years to come, and continue to guide us toward liberation.
May he enjoy perfect health and the fulfilment of all his holy wishes.
5th July
Western Birthday of His Holiness Gyana Vajra Rinpoche, the 43rd Sakya Trizin
12th May
Investiture Day
This year’s Investiture Ceremony was attended by senior Sakya Academy staff and student body.
The proceedings began with the lighting of a butter lamp by Khenpo Dhagyab la and Acting Principal Mr. Ngawang Losel. This was followed by an inspired speech given by Mr. Losel.
Next, outgoing School Captain, House Captains, Vice-Captains, and Prefects were presented with Leadership Award Certificates by Khenpo la and Mr. Losel.
Following this, the new team of school leaders were sworn in to their respective positions, and were decorated with their badges.
The ceremony concluded with an eloquent speech by Khenpo la. Once the proceedings were over, the award recipients dug in to much-deserved drinks and snacks.
Our deepest gratitude goes to our outgoing school leaders for the exceptional way in which they performed their duties over the year. And our fervent wishes go to the new team as they take on their responsibilities.
Well done, all!
7th Founders Day at Sakya Academy
How time flies! It seems like only yesterday that our first batch of students arrived at Sakya Academy. It is hard to grasp the deep and radical transformation our boys have undergone since then.
This transformation is especially apparent in our older boys, who are now in Year 11. When they joined the Academy and were placed in Year 4, they had a very basic – if any at all -knowledge of English and Maths. The core of their formation had been centred on the memorisation of ritual texts.
If we fast-forward to today, we now see a group of young gentlemen of impeccable conduct, fluent in 4 languages, well-versed in all the subjects of their curriculum, with an indomitable aspiration to better themselves and be of service to society. They are an embodiment of the vision that led His Holiness the 43rd Sakya Trizin to create the Sakya Academy.
