From the farm to the future - Students get growing with Kaushal Bodh (June 6)
This week at HGS, two grades stepped away from their desks
and into the world of farming - each in their own way, as part of the CBSE
Kaushal Bodh Vocational Education Programme 2026–27.
All 42 students, together with school leadership and faculty, transformed the
school farm into a proper working garden. Divided into five groups, they
loosened soil, prepared seed beds and sowed tomato, potato, pumpkin,
watermelon, brinjal and bean seeds - finishing up with cocopeat and a good
watering. It wasn't just a gardening exercise; it was a full, guided experience
of where food actually comes from. The garden will continue to be cared for
daily, making it a living classroom right on campus.
Meanwhile, Grade 8 dived into Hydroponics - exploring what it looks like to
grow plants without soil at all. Students visited a farm to observe soil
preparation and seed sowing, then watched a video on hydroponic farming to
understand how nutrient-rich water can replace traditional growing methods.
Back in the classroom, they sowed coriander seeds in pots and began recording
observations on germination. From next week, the activity extends into a
water-based hydroponic setup, letting students compare both methods side by
side.
Two different activities, two different grades - but the same idea at the heart
of it: real learning happens when students get their hands involved.
