Our school now has a new learning center !! Our team member Avantika contributed towards equipping this center with a new smart television. She raised obey conducting theatre workshops for children in her locality.

The excitement was palpable as the older students had their history classes with the help of visual learning.

This center will also host learning workshops in the future! Avantika looks forward to conducting a theatre one for her favourite people in Ladiwali

On August 15 the celebrations at school in Ladiwali resonated with the pride and joy of being a citizen of India.

There was flag hoisting where we showed our reverence to those whose sacrifices allow us to be free.

There were speeches and songs to celebrate our unity and diversity.

Truly the future of our country lies in the perseverance dedication and commitment of its youth. We are grateful for our heroes teachers and elders to show us the way forward.

Jai Hind

As a part of the Pre Independence Day celebration the school was abuzz with cultural activities.

Grace and cheer were order of the day and the young dancers mesmerised everyone with their story telling through dance.

The pride we feel for our family in Ladiwali is immeasurable. Their journey has been inspiring lead by the principal Nitin Sir whose commitment and compassion is priceless!

Our enthusiastic dancers played tribute to Indian dance forms by putting up some fantastic performances.

They sure know how to beat the blues of staying in during rainy days.

As they learnt their steps through online interactions and you tube we were overwhelmed by their enthusiasm grace and talent.

Kudos to them for always adding a sparkle to our day!!

As we celebrate Elisha’s new journey to college, we are secure in knowing that her advice, help and connection with our HelpOut family is constant.

As she arms herself with tools to further strengthen her voice, we are certain she will always be an advocate for equal opportunities and inclusive learning.

We shall be waiting for her to accompany us on our Ladiwali trips during her visits back home!

Good Luck Elisha! Spread your shine and sparkle wherever you go.

It has become an opportunity for people from diverse cultures and backgrounds to come together and embrace the practice of Yoga as a unifying force. The International Day of Yoga is observed on June 21 every year to instil the importance of Physical fitness and Mental alertness among students.

The students learnt to maintain balance, peace and poise which can act as an expression of the quest for excellence for synthesis and harmony.

This year our enthusiastic students at Ladiwali performed the yoga asnas in unison and to perfection.Various yoga postures and asanas including pranayama and meditation were performed. It was an opportunity for our students and teachers to embrace the numerous physical and mental benefits of yoga, from improved flexibility and strength to enhanced focus and emotional well-being.

This day served as a reminder that the practice of yoga goes beyond the mat; it’s a lifelong journey towards a healthier, happier, and more balanced life.

As we encourage the deep connection between nature and learning, watching plants grow is watching a miracle unfold. There is so much fun in getting your hands dirty and when you immerse yourself in gardening it becomes more than a hobby . . . it becomes a lifestyle. It starts with trying to grow food and eventually ends up adding colour to your entire life.

Our young friends at Ladiwali truly were captivated as they tried out their green thumbs.

They planted leafy vegetables and garden vegetables and of course their favourite summer fruit-Pineapple “Annanas” as they call it.

Shivaji Jayanti- February 19, 2024 our Helpout family celebrated Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti to mark the birth anniversary of one of the bravest and most progressive rulers of India.

This day is a reminder of the values of courage, bravery and leadership that he stood for and it continues to inspire generations of Indian children.

Our little friends dressed up in the local traditional Maharashtrian attire. They indulged in unique singing activities to remember the historical legacy of the great King. They also had some young ones showcase their oratory skills recounting their learnings and paying tributes to a legacy of tolerance,compassion and bravery.

26th January 2024 India celebrated her 75th Republic day the day when we celebrate the commencement of our Constitution. Ladiwali had its own special way of celebrating this special day with pride and reverence. The young students first had the traditional flag hoisting ceremony. After which our littlest students made thoughtful speeches and we even had the girls demonstrate “ Lathi Shati” which is a traditional movement with sticks for self defence. Truly a day to recognise and commemorate the spirit of unity, self-reliance and progress.

Every accomplishment starts with a decision to try. This year we have seen the students at Ladiwali try and try hard. We have seen an increased attendance in classrooms with a definite move away from the Covid slump. We have seen renewed vigour to learn with an enthusiastic nod to online and smart tv learning. We have seen passionate and dedicated teachers put in extra effort to make class sessions more interactive and fun with reading walls and innovative charts. We are so proud!

Our team member Avantika Kampani visited them with chocolates and cakes to celebrate them and also engaged in a fun day of art activities for the different age groups coupled with singing and music. It was hard to leave at the end of the day but she came away with promises to be back soon and a heart full with all the love and cheer they shared.

The students at our Ladiwali school have done us proud yet again.

Their curiosity, effort and dedication to learning has led them to discover fun and innovative ways to express themselves.

Their science projects not only earned them the respect and admiration of their peers. It gave the younger students a bigger canvas to dream!

Their science project was exhibited at the local and distinct science fetes and has won them accolades from all the attendees.

Our team member Avantika Kampani spends a lot of her time playing characters on stage. Characters that make children smile, tickle their imagination and spark their creativity.

As a part of her theatre group VAIPA she has been a part of the first Indian production of Madagascar, where she played Gloria the Hippo and regaled her audience.

Finding a way to make sure she took some of this excitement back to the children of Ladiwali she used her theatre earnings to install a smart television for the classroom.

The television was received with great cheer and the students have been using it to enrich their lessons and everyday classes.

They also enjoy the visual storytelling as it captures their attention and makes the classes richer, fuller more colorful and engaging.

Truly the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

When a student feels safe and supported, they are truly ready to be able to learn.

On March 28th 2023, Avantika Kampani from team Helpout shared a game she developed with the students of Ladiwali.

The game in Marathi allowed the children to dig deep and really share their feelings.

The silly time cards in the game allowed them to have fun and ensured they felt comfortable and safe to express themselves fully.

Towards the end of the afternoon even the teachers joined in and meaningful bonds were forged.

Self awareness, self control and interpersonal skills equip us to cope with everyday challenges. Moreover the benefit is felt both socially and academically leading to healthier life choices.

It was heartening to know that our friends at the school will continue to use this game and keep Checking In on themselves and each other keeping the classroom more vibrant!

This February our team mate Elisha leveraged her affinity for baking, and held a Valentines Day themed cookie sale, the proceeds of which were used towards installing new RO filters for the students of the Ladiwali school.

While her delicious cookies filled many a home with cheer, it made February feel all the more special for us, as the school was well equipped for the upcoming warmer months will a constant and clean supply of water.

We are all truly grateful when we get a chance to ‘Helpout’ and spread the love!

We at HelpOut have always been passionate about our young friends in the Ladiwali village. Our school makes us proud the children always enthusiastic and happy make us come back with smiles on our face our hearts full and a resolve to do more. In keeping with this spirit we are adding one more member to our team who shares our love to do better.

A lover of theatre and music and sport Devrath Shah is sure to light up our visits to the school as he engages with our little friends and adds strength to our efforts to keep doing the little things to make a difference and spread cheer.

Our team member Avantika Kampani used the proceeds from the sale of her learning tool Seekh to get a laptop for the Ladiwali classroom.

Seekh is a learning pack for children from birth to age 3 to enhance their capacity to learn and simultaneously make them fall in love with learning.

The sales of the last two exhibitions were used towards the laptop. The new laptop was met with curiosity enthusiasm it

continued the trend of increasing capacity of learning and positive engagement giving back to an older group of children.

Children from our school at Ladiwali stayed glued to the laptop . Their excitement and awe showed us that an investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.

Keeping in mind the upcoming festive season our team member Elisha leveraged her baking skills to delight the community with her delicious healthy ladoos. This drive in August coincided with the Ganapati festival and gave everyone a chance to indulge guilt free.

As they say one good action delivers another… We used the proceeds from the healthy ladoo sale towards a health initiative at the Ladiwali school on 13th of September We procured a weighing scale and a lead a vitamin drive to spread the message of health and nutrition among the children.

Teaching our little friends to focus on nutrition healthy eating and exercise is an important step towards lifelong well being and good living.

Let the rains shower our spirits and water our souls while we stay warm under our umbrellas.

On the 5th of July we made our annual monsoon date with the children in Ladiwali.

It was so nice to remember our younger days in school splashing in puddles and sharing umbrellas with friends.

All dressed up to meet us they were delighted to receive their umbrellas. It felt like a celebration welcoming the new term.

The teachers and parents were also present to share their joy and after a lovely day at school they all took their new umbrellas home, knowing that the school term ahead would be dry and fun!!

Dear Shiv and Devaraya.

As we bid you good luck in your journey ahead, we are happy and confident in the knowledge that you will always be a part and connected to our HelpOut family.

As you both head to pursue your engineering dreams use your knowledge to give back to your community.

Engineering for humanity confronting challenges face by our world and exploring innovative and responsible solutions.

Our team back home will look towards you for advice and encouragement as we work towards growth and change in Ladiwali.

Intelligence and Character will always be the true goal of education.

On April 14 2022, in keeping with the goal of bringing all round development to our family at Ladiwali our Helpout member, and third Dan black belt, Azad with the help of Master Shivram Makwana conducted a Taekwando camp for the students. An afternoon well spent going through the techniques with enthusiastic participation. The two hours were full of moments of rapt attention, laughter and confidence.

Amidst the fun important lessons were shared of discipline, respect for the body and humility. At the end we all came away realising that Your spirit is your true shield and courage is not the absence of fear but the triumph over it.

As schools have restarted after over two years our young Ladiwali students needed new shoes.

This drive was held on March 7th 2022.

With over 220 pairs distributed we did our best to match the children to their correct sizes.

The excitement and warm smiles that we saw that day reminded us to enjoy the little things.

We promise

To smile often

Think positively

Give thanks

Laugh Loudly

Love others

And to Dream Big!!

In 2022… let’s learn from yesterday, live for today and hope for tomorrow.

Avantika, our team member put out her annual calendar and used the funds towards our effort in Ladiwali.

As she explores the world through her art she invites us to open ourselves to the unknown, the unexpected, the path untread.

With our best efforts to do the best we can do Helpout marks a new year!

Truly, The best way to predict a great future is to create it.

Spreading the joy of Children's Day with our friends in Ladiwali. The most recent bake sale, hosted by our member Elisha, utilised its funds to buy recycled paper drawing rolls designed by artist Dia Bhupal for the SRCC Children's hospitals in Mumbai, as well as coloured pencils, markers and crayons. They then made their way to the budding artists in the HelpOut school, where they were distributed for the students and budding artists to enjoy! Quoting our renowned Chacha Nehru, “The children of today will make the India of tomorrow”! We are proud to have been a part of empowering the youth of Ladiwali, and what is a better way to do so then through the form of art and colour?

Devarya Shah, a 17 year old student studying at Hill Spring International School, developed Cool buddy - an instant cold pack that provides pain relief, reduces swelling and decreases inflammation.

They say perpetual optimism is a force multiplier….

Cool Buddy found its way to our little buddies at Ladiwali.

Playing is always fun and after many months of restricted play the children were delighted to run and play sport all the while knowing that any untoward aches and falls would be taken care of.

Cool buddy was also distributed for them to take home to help relieve any incidents of pain and swelling.

Truly all it takes is intent to take kindness to many doors.

On the 3rd of September as a run up to Teacher’s Day Helpout distributed an illustrated book on Fire Safety to the students at HelpOut.

The book both in English and Hindi was developed by one of our members, Shiv Kampani who as been an active fire safety ambassador.

He felt knowledge needed to be simplified so that it’s purpose was well understood by the audience.

That knowledge would give power to the students to keep themselves safe in the event of a fire. It would provide protection due to foresight eliminating loss of life and property.

The book was well received by the students who enjoyed the animated story telling and the colourful illustrations which made the learning more effective.

“The ripple effects of small actions can be magnificent.”

This monsoon HelpOut acquired umbrellas from Helping Hands.

They added to the cheer by sending masks for the children to keep them doubly safe.

As the children enter classrooms again, it is essential to keep them safe and protected.

“In life, as in chess forethought wins”

If anything the last year has taught us to plan ahead, to be prepared. Towards this our team member Devarya planned to raise funds for monsoon preparedness by organising a chess tournament.

On May 14th over 25 participants engaged in a battle of wits for our first ever online chess tournament.

The game was played in the knockout format and had a 5 minute rapid format.

The enthusiastic participation was heartening. The proceeds were used towards umbrellas for our Ladiwali school students for the upcoming monsoon.

As we move towards a gradual opening post Covid we did not want the rains to play a dampener. We look forward to full classrooms once again.

Safety, does not come with the lucky. It has to be with the prepared.

Our team member Shiv has been advocating safety as a priority for a Surakshit Bharat.

Fire safety is a cause he has been working on relentlessly over the years. Leveraging his love for technology he has developed an intelligent gas sensor to inform the occupant of the home, through an alarm, sms email and a call of an impending fire hazard.

Sensafe is a smart gas sensor that uses IoT technology to detect gas leaks and then notify the user on the registered mobile phone number.

This is an effective second layer of protection for homes. It has detailed instructions for easy installation both in Hindi and English.

Shiv raised funds by its distribution in the community and then has used the funds towards, providing touch free sanitiser stations, masks oximeters and temperature monitors for the school at Ladiwali.

Dear Siddharth, Krrish and Diya congratulations on your admissions

Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.

We take pride in how far you all have come and have faith in how far you will go.

Helpout will always look to you all for advice and encouragement. Our family is a circle of strength and love and our work in Ladiwali will always be our priority and pride and together we will rise.

The team will continue to meet the needs of the students and give our best as we work our way towards growth and change.

There is no greater joy than that of desserts!

Our incredibly talented member Elisha held a bake sale, selling over 70 boxes of tea cakes.

The proceeds were used towards bettering the sports facilities in Ladiwali school.

From cricket bats, to goal posts, to footballs, Ladiwali saw its sports equipment revamped for the new year ahead. For Helpout the best part of the game is getting the opportunity to play and each box of tea cake made that possible.

The joy on faces of the children convinced us that truly play is powerful