NCC/Scout & Guides

The Scout and Guide program in Kendriya Vidyalayas, including KV Thakkolam, is an integral part of the co-curricular activities aimed at fostering values such as leadership, discipline, teamwork, and social responsibility among students. This program, which is part of the Bharat Scouts and Guides organization, encourages students to develop essential life skills through various activities, camps, and community service initiatives.

Here are some key elements of the Scout and Guide program in KV Thakkolam:

1. Enrollment: Students are encouraged to enroll in the Scout and Guide program, usually starting from middle school. Boys typically join the Scouts, while girls join the Guides. The enrollment process involves orientation sessions where the objectives of the program are explained.
2. Training and Skills Development: The program includes regular training sessions where students learn survival skills, first aid, knot tying, tent pitching, and outdoor safety. It also teaches values like self-reliance, cooperation, and leadership.
3. Camps and Hikes: Scouts and Guides often participate in annual camps, both at the school level and regional level. These camps include adventure activities, group tasks, and team-building exercises that encourage camaraderie and self-confidence. Students may also go on nature hikes and excursions as part of their training.
4. Community Service: One of the pillars of the Scout and Guide program is service to society. Students actively engage in community service projects, such as cleanliness drives, environmental conservation programs, tree plantation drives, and assisting during school or community events.
5. Cultural and National Integration: The program also promotes a strong sense of national pride and cultural awareness. Students participate in flag hoisting ceremonies, cultural programs on national holidays, and learn about the diversity of India through group interactions.
6. Awards and Recognition: Outstanding Scouts and Guides are often awarded for their efforts through badges, certificates, and sometimes national-level recognition. There are specific levels like Pratham Sopan, Dwitiya Sopan, and Tritiya Sopan, where students are evaluated based on their performance in various activities.