Committee
POCSO COMMITTEE
To safeguard the interests of the learners, Shree Maharishi Vidya Mandir set up the POCSO Committee (set up under the provisions of Prevention of Children from Sexual Offence Act 2012) on 22nd August 2012. The Committee works towards safeguarding the learners from the challenges they face in their formative years at school. The Committee takes up age-appropriate initiatives to create awareness about sexual exploitation and to ensure that all learners are aware of their rights and responsibilities towards themselves. Training sessions are conducted for the faculty and staff to recognize and report issues of abuse and neglect. Complaint Boxes are placed strategically and checked regularly by the Committee members to address the complaints, if any. Through its awareness campaigns and programmes, the Committee strives to ensure that all learners are treated with dignity and respect at all times. Gender Sensitivity Awareness programmes are conducted for learners of grades 5 and above. In a series of Awareness programmes and Special School Assembly conducted in the school throughout the year, learner participation is encouraged. Age-appropriate videos are shown and self-defence sessions are also conducted as a part of the Awareness programmes.
The POCSO committee comprises the following members (2024-25):
| SR. NO. | NAME OF THE MEMBER | CATEGORY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MRS. SREELAKSHMI MURTHY | PRINCIPAL | PRESIDING OFFICER |
| 2 | MRS. NIKHAT KHAN | TEACHING STAFF | MEMBER |
| 3 | MRS. KAVITA AMBEKAR | TEACHING STAFF | MEMBER |
| 4 | MRS. INDRA KONER | COUNSELLOR | MEMBER |
| 5 | MR. DINESH KOYACHADE | NON-TEACHING STAFF | MEMBER |
| 6 | MRS. ANJALI BANDAWAR | NON-TEACHING STAFF | MEMBER |
| 7 | MS. RUTUJA REVATKAR | STUDENT | MEMBER |
| 8 | MAS. SIDDHANT AMBEKAR | STUDENT | MEMBER |
| 9 | ADV. KSHMA DHARMAPURIWAR | LEGAL COUNSEL | EXTERNAL MEMBER |
ANTI – BULLYING POLICY :
The school also has an Anti-Bullying Policy in place. Learners are made aware of these policies in class assembly. Regular positive reinforcement of the accepted norms by the educators for social behavior ensures that learners study and grow in a healthy and safe environment. Regular awareness drives are conducted to sensitize the learners. The School’s Anti Bullying Guidelines are appended below:
Physical
hitting, kicking, pushing, punching
or any use of violence.
Verbal
Name calling, teasing, insulting, sarcasm, writing unkind notes, spreading rumor’s, threats etc.
Emotional
Being unfriendly, excluding, pressurizing, taking or hiding belongings etc.
Cyber bullying
All types of text messages, chat room misuse or any misuse of technology to cause harm to another.
If you are facing any of the above here is what you can do:
- Talk to your Homeroom Teacher or anyone you trust.
- Put a note in the POCSO box placed in the temple area.
- Be part of a group. Do not remain by yourself when moving around in the school.
- If you are scared to tell your teacher take a friend with you when you speak to teacher.
- Remember you are not alone. Don’t suffer in silence.
- You are not to be blamed for what is happening.
What can you do if you see someone else being bullied?
- Get help of an adult the moment you see someone being bullied.
- Encourage the child being bullied to talk to someone.
- Try and be friends with the child who is being bullied.
- Do not laugh or smile at the situation.
- Don’t take on the bully yourself.
In case any bullying incident is reported, a fair investigation will be conducted by the school authorities. Depending on the gravity of the misconduct any of the actions below may be initiated:
- Oral or written warning.
- Suspension from attending classes.
- Suspension from school for a specified period.
- Imposition of a fine.
- In the rarest of rare case, a bully may also be asked to take a transfer.
| SR. NO. | NAME OF THE MEMBER | CATEGORY | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MRS. NISHA MEHETA | VICE - PRINCIPAL | PRESIDING OFFICER |
| 2 | MRS. SULTANA KHAN | TEACHING STAFF | MEMBER |
| 3 | MRS. INDRA KONER | COUNSELLOR | MEMBER |
| 4 | MRS. ANJALI ROKAMWAR | TEACHING STAFF | MEMBER |
| 5 | MR. NITIN MASKE | NON-TEACHING STAFF | MEMBER |
| 6 | MR. ASHISH DHARMPURIWAR | LEGAL COUNSEL | EXTERNAL MEMBER |
CYBER SECURITY :
Creating cyber security awareness for students, teachers and parents.
The Internet has become a useful resource for everyone and offers many helpful opportunities.
With the introduction of new technologies, devices including smart phones/tablets and innovative applications on such devices, the usage of internet has increased dramatically. However, with increasing penetration and use of the internet, cyber-crime is emerging as a major challenge.
Looking at the growing importance of Information Security, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has identified this as a critical area. Information Security Education and Awareness (ISEA) Project was formulated and launched by the Government of India. One of the activities under this Programme is to spread Information Security Awareness among children & women, teachers, home users, IT and non-IT professionals throughout the country.
As part of this activity C-DAC, Hyderabad has been preparing Information Security Awareness material, coordinating with participating institutes like IISc, IITs, NITs, IIITs etc. and other organizations in organizing the various Information Security Awareness events like seminars, workshops, creation & distribution of awareness material to schools and all citizens etc. Being one of the pioneers in the field of Computer Education, SMVM Team is relentlessly taking up every single measure possible to keep our children aware and safe. For all parents to get safety and security information while using the gadgets and Internet, we recommend to visit www.isea.gov.in or www.infosecawareness.in .
Let us join hands to create a Cyber Secure Aware Nation.
SURVEILLANCE:
SHREE MAHARISHI VIDYA MANDIR pays utmost attention towards safety and security of all students under its care. The campus is equipped with CCTV cameras in the common areas to ensure constant surveillance which is monitored at all times. Carrying identity cards is compulsory for all students and staff. Visitors need to make entries at security and are issued ID cards too before entering the campus. Visitors are escorted by security into the campus to the person they need to visit. All the classes are monitored by teachers at all times. Housekeeping staff and other helpers are always available, especially during break timings. Regular patrolling of common areas and washrooms during break time and dispersal is ensured. The young students are accompanied by the housekeeping ladies and frequently by the teachers, for rest room breaks, to ensure they are taken care of. Trained security personnel including lady guards within the campus ensure the safety of students throughout the day. The school adheres to all safety norms as prescribed by the regulatory authorities.
