Overall Hobby Incharge : Ms. GUNJAN KAUSHIK

At Vidya Devi Jindal School, we believe that true education extends far beyond academic excellence. It is rooted in nurturing well-rounded individuals with creativity, confidence, and character. Our pioneering initiative, Learning Beyond the Classroom, provides students with structured opportunities to explore hobbies that stimulate curiosity, foster talent, and build essential life skills. These activities offer a dynamic space for students to express themselves, collaborate, innovate, and connect with their passions—paving the way for lifelong learning.

Here is a detailed look at the diverse range of hobbies offered this session, designed to cater to students’ varied interests and aspirations:

Digital Skills and Digital Design

(Incharges: Ms Seema Dhillon, Ms Neelam P Sharma, Mr Satish Chauhan)

In a digital-first world, students are introduced to the fundamentals of visual communication through graphic design. They learn how to create professional layouts, logos, posters, Video editing and digital artwork using Adobe Software and others like Canva. This hobby enhances their design sense, technical proficiency, and creative thinking, while laying a foundation for future careers in media, marketing, and digital arts.

Apparel Designing

(Incharge: Ms Bindu Verma)

This hobby immerses students in the world of fashion, guiding them through fabric selection, color theory, pattern making, and sketching. They also gain hands-on experience with embroidery, draping, and embellishment techniques. Through project-based learning, students explore personal style and sustainability in fashion, transforming their creative ideas into wearable art.

Crochet/Knitting/Basket Weaving

(Incharges: Ms Jilpa Bhutia & Ms Aishwarya)

Reviving a traditional art, this hobby teaches the calming and focused practice of crochet and knitting. Students learn to read patterns, use different types of yarns, and create functional items like scarves, bags, and accessories. The repetitive motion of stitching fosters patience, dexterity, and a meditative focus that supports emotional well-being.

Dance (Kathak)

(Incharge: Ms Jayati Sharma)

Dance is a powerful form of self-expression. At VDJS, students explore a variety of styles—from classical Indian dances to Western contemporary and fusion. Through choreography, rhythm exercises, and stage performances, students develop grace, stamina, cultural awareness, and confidence, while learning teamwork and discipline.

Embroidery (Art & Craft)

(Incharges: Ms Gunjan Kaushik & Ms Bindu Verma)

Embroidery is the art of decorating fabric with beautiful stitches and patterns. It adds elegance, charm, and personality to clothing and textiles. Each stitch reflects creativity, patience, and skilled craftsmanship. Traditional embroidery often carries cultural stories and heritage. Modern embroidery blends classic techniques with contemporary designs. It can transform simple fabrics into intricate works of art. Embroidery is widely used in fashion, home décor, and accessories. Its timeless beauty continues to inspire designers and artisans worldwide.

Handicraft & Watercolour Painting

(Incharge: Mr Sidhharth Majumdar)

Students unleash their creativity using paper, fabric, wood, and clay to make handmade decor and gifts. Watercolour painting teaches brush handling, layering, shading, and colour theory. Through these visual arts, students refine their aesthetic sensitivity, express emotions, and enhance their artistic storytelling.

Indian Vocal Music

(Incharge: Dr Jatin)

Rooted in India’s rich cultural heritage, this hobby helps students explore classical ragas, bhajans, folk songs, and semi-classical styles. They practice voice modulation, rhythm, and pitch control while learning the spiritual and emotional depth that Indian music offers as a form of self-expression.

Instrumental Music

(Incharge: Mr. Tridweep Dev Sarkar)

Whether it’s tabla, harmonium, guitar, keyboard, or drums, students learn the language of music through hands-on practice. They understand rhythm cycles (taals), musical scales, and coordination, enabling them to perform solo and in ensembles. It develops discipline, listening skills, and a deeper connection to sound and rhythm.

Western Music

(Incharge: Mr. Mohsin Khan)

Students with a flair for global genres explore pop, jazz, soft rock, and musical theatre. Vocal training focuses on pitch, harmony, and breathing techniques, while ensemble work fosters collaboration and confidence. This hobby nurtures expressive performance and stage readiness.

Photography

(Incharges: Mr Santosh Mishra, Mr. Himanshu Grover)

Photography cultivates a new way of seeing. Students explore the basics of composition, perspective, lighting, and subject framing using both mobile and DSLR cameras. Through projects and photo walks, they learn to tell visual stories, document events, and create expressive portfolios.

Publication

(Incharges: Mr Vijay Sobhani, Ms Chhaya Singh, Mr Rishi K Sharma, Ms Sperdha Rathore)

An ideal platform for budding writers, editors, and designers. Students contribute articles, interviews, poetry, and layout designs to school newsletters and magazines. They learn journalistic ethics, storytelling techniques, and editorial responsibilities, helping build strong communication and collaborative project skills.

ATL (Atal Tinkering Lab)

(Mr Kapil Marhetta)

This lab is a playground for budding innovators and engineers. Students use robotics kits, 3D printers, sensors, and basic programming tools to build prototypes and solve real-world problems. ATL fosters scientific temper, creativity, and collaborative innovation—a space where ideas take physical form.

Resin Art, Fine Art, Candle Making 

(Mr Abhimanyu Soni)

Students explore contemporary aesthetics through resin pouring, color blending, and mold work to create coasters, trays, keychains, and wall art. Fine art classes supplement these with sketching, shading, and painting techniques, developing strong visual-spatial intelligence and artistic fluency.

Candle making introduces them to the science of melting, blending scents, and mold shaping.

Sculpture & Sketching

(Mr Biswanath Bhadra)

Through the tactile process of clay modeling and wood carving, students understand form, volume, and proportion. Sketching sessions refine their drawing techniques and observational skills. This hobby sharpens their ability to bring imagination into three-dimensional reality.

Dance (Bharatnatyam) 

(Ms Regina B.)

This hobby introduces students to the beauty of Indian classical dance through basic steps, hand gestures, postures, expressions, and rhythmic movements. Students learn to express emotions and tell stories through dance while developing rhythm, coordination, discipline, and confidence. It also helps them understand and appreciate India’s rich cultural heritage.

Paper Recycling: (From Waste to Worth)

(Ms Shriya Bhalla)

Paper recycling is the process of collecting and reusing discarded paper to create new and useful products. At our school, this initiative encourages students to turn paper waste into valuable resources through creativity and hands-on learning. Used worksheets, newspapers and discarded sheets are collected and recycled instead of being thrown away. The recycled paper is transformed into paper bags, handmade notepads, photo frames, pencil stands, folders, greeting cards and decorative articles. This initiative helps reduce paper waste and promotes the conservation of trees, water and energy. It also develops students’ creativity, teamwork, problem-solving and environmental awareness. Through this activity, students learn the importance of the 3Rs—Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. The initiative fosters responsible consumption and sustainable habits among the school community. By giving waste paper a new purpose, our students are taking small but meaningful steps towards building a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future. 

Every hobby at Vidya Devi Jindal School is a journey of discovery, reflection, and growth. Through Learning Beyond the Classroom, we empower students to step out of their comfort zones, develop meaningful skills, and explore possibilities beyond academics. Whether it’s a passion for the arts, sciences, business, or global conversations—VDJS offers every learner a platform to shine.

These experiences not only enrich student life but also lay the foundation for future success—personally, professionally, and as responsible global citizens.