Joy Of Giving
Collaborative schools uniting for a transformative educational experience #JoyOfGiving
Good Schools Alliance (GSA) supports the Arthur Foot Academy (AFA) - Fostering a culture of service and giving within the partner schools of GSA. This furthers the 4S Philosophy —Service, Skill, Sports, Study— and promotes a culture of Service, providing students with an opportunity to experience the 6 C's: Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, Character, and Citizenship.
An Aristocracy Of Service
Arthur Foot Academy is a member of the Good Schools Alliance and hosts the bi-annual My Good School Retreat. Join us and make a difference in the lives of children in Bandarjhud, a charming village near Dehradun in Uttarakhand. A dedicated group of alumni from The Doon School is working tirelessly to establish a meaningful legacy in memory of their first Headmaster, Arthur E Foot #JoyOfGiving.
Retreat Brief
- Bi-annual April and November.
- Location: Khan Farm about 40 km from Dehradun.
- Duration: Four days and three nights - arrive on Day 1 by 4 pm and depart on Day 4 at 4 pm.
- Travel: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Dehradun and the best railhead is Haridwar.
- Open for all: principals, teachers, students, school management, and guests.
- Delegates: 30 only on a first-come-first-serve basis.
What do we achieve from the My Good School Retreat?
Students from different schools meet once or twice a year to participate in hands-on service activities.
These Retreats go beyond typical educational excursions by focusing on building character and citizenship through shared projects that address societal needs.
How do things work?
Resource Sharing: Donate surplus materials like books, gadgets, and educational tools.
Best Practices: Share effective teaching methods and educational innovations.
Volunteering: Offer students opportunities to serve in roles like teaching, coaching, or administration.
Skills Showcase: Highlight student talents in sports, arts, academics, and more.
Community Development: Engage students in projects that support and build communities.
Action & Reflection: Encourage hands-on service and personal reflection on social impact.
The way forward:
Student-led Campaigns
Campaigns include initiatives like book collection drives, gadget donations, water purifier installations, solar panel setups, and the development of play areas.
Students will work on understanding the specific needs of partner communities and take meaningful actions to meet those needs.
Volunteering Opportunities
Students take on roles such as teaching assistants, coaches, accountants, or administrative helpers at partner schools.
This contributes to character building and aids in professional learning and career development.
Community Projects
Plan and execute community development projects, such as building infrastructure (e.g., classrooms, libraries), improving healthcare access, or creating educational tools.
These projects are collaborative and encourage teamwork and real-world problem-solving.
Online Resource Library
Develop a shared digital platform where schools can access and share educational materials, lesson plans, and other resources to improve teaching and learning experiences.
Reflection and Feedback
Each initiative incorporates reflection sessions where students assess the impact of their service, discussing what they’ve learned and how they’ve grown from the experience.
Feedback from partner schools and communities will guide us are
supporting the Good Schools Alliance.
Join the Good Schools Alliance
The Good Schools Alliance logo displayed at your school is deeply significant. It illustrates the institution's dedication to nurturing each individual's personal and social growth, with equal emphasis on service, skill, sport, and study.
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