Overview
Vikash Techno School, located in the industrial hub of Jharsuguda, follows a structured weekly timetable designed to balance academic rigor with the holistic development of its students. The school caters to classes from Nursery up to Class12 and follows the Odisha State Board curriculum for secondary and senior secondary levels. The timetable is organized on a sixday week (Monday to Saturday) with Sunday designated as the day of rest and worship.
Key principles guiding the timetable are:
- Equal distribution of core subjects across the week.
- Shorter periods for younger classes to maintain attention.
- Dedicated blocks for laboratory, computer, and practical sessions.
- Regular breaks to promote physical activity and mental refresh.
The school updates the timetable at the start of each academic term. Adjustments for public holidays, examinations, and special events are communicated through the school portal and notice boards.
Daily Schedule (Standard Classes Grade6 to 10)
Below is a typical day for a Grade8 student. Times are shown in 24hour format.
| Period | Time | Subject | Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 08:30 09:15 | English Language | Ms. R. Sahu |
| 2 | 09:20 10:05 | Mathematics | Mr. B. Mishra |
| 3 | 10:10 10:55 | Science (Physics) | Ms. P. Behera |
| Break | 10:55 11:10 | Snack & Rest | |
| 4 | 11:10 11:55 | Social Studies | Mr. H. Patnaik |
| 5 | 12:00 12:45 | Second Language (Odia/Hindi) | Ms. L. Das |
| Lunch | 12:45 13:30 | Canteen & Play | |
| 6 | 13:30 14:15 | Computer Lab | Mr. S. Nanda |
| 7 | 14:20 15:05 | Physical Education | Coach R. Shah |
| 8 | 15:10 15:55 | Art & Craft / Music (Alternating Days) | Ms. N. Ghosh |
Classes for Nursery, Kindergarten, and Primary (Grades15) have shorter periods (35minutes) and a larger number of short breaks to suit younger learners.
Subject Breakdown by Grade
The school follows a progressive subject plan. The table below summarises the core subjects allocated to each grade.
| Grade | Core Subjects | Electives / Labs |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery KG | English, Odia, Basic Math, Stories, Play | Art, Music, Physical Activity |
| 1 5 | English, Odia/Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies | Computer (Intro), Art, Music, PE |
| 6 8 | English, Second Language, Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Social Studies | Computer, Lab (Physics/Chemistry), Art, Music, PE |
| 9 10 | English, Second Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, Geography, Civics | Computer, Lab (All Sciences), Physical Education |
| 11 12 (Science Stream) | English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Optional Hindi/Odia | Advanced Computer, Lab Sessions, Project Work |
| 11 12 (Commerce Stream) | English, Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, Optional Mathematics | Computer Applications, Entrepreneurship Lab |
| 11 12 (Arts/Humanities) | English, History, Geography, Political Science, Sociology | Computer Basics, Creative Writing Club |
Each subject is allotted a minimum of three weekly periods for classes 610, while senior secondary students receive five periods per core subject to prepare for board examinations.
ExtraCurricular and Enrichment Activities
Vikash Techno School believes that learning extends beyond the classroom. The timetable incorporates:
- Weekly Yoga Sessions Every Monday, 08:0008:30 (before regular classes)
- Science Club Fridays, 16:0017:00 (Grade912)
- Literary Club Tuesdays, 16:0017:00 (Grade68)
- Robotics Workshops Wednesdays, 16:0017:30 (Grade1012)
- Sports Tournaments Saturdays, 09:0013:00 (All grades)
These activities are scheduled after the regular school hours and do not clash with academic periods. Attendance is optional but highly encouraged.
How to Stay Updated
The school communicates timetable changes through several channels:
- School Website A dedicated Timetable page is refreshed each term.
- Mobile App Push notifications are sent for urgent changes.
- Notice Boards Physical boards in every corridor display current weeks schedule.
- WhatsApp Groups Class teachers share PDF copies with parents.
Parents are advised to check the online portal regularly, especially during exam periods and festive seasons when extra holidays may be announced.
