PAF Public School Sargodha
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| PAF Public School Sargodha | |
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| Established | 1952 |
| Principal | Air Cdre (R) Abdul Qadir Sargaana |
| Location | Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Homepage | www.ppss.edu.pk |
PAF Public School Sargodha (formerly PAF College Sargodha) is a Pakistan Air Force operated High School, located in Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.
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[edit] History
In 1952, the Defence Committee under the chairmanship of Liaqat Ali Khan, the then Prime Minister of Pakistan approved a project of establishing two feeder schools (the other being PAF Public School Lower Topa) for PAF Academy Risalpur. Hence, an agreement was signed with the Air Service Training Limited Hamble (South Hampton), UK to operate and manage the project for first five years. Board of Governors included Defence Secretary as the Chairman and Commander-in-Chief Royal Pakistan Air Force (C-in-C RPAF) Air Vice Marshal L W Cannon as Deputy Chairman.
In 1952, the first entry of 100 boys was selected from East and West Pakistan. The present day School Sick Quarters (SSQ) served as the first Academic Block. Two boarding Houses were established in the Odeon Block with the names Tempest and Fury.
In 1955, four residential blocks were constructed at the School. Two blocks carried the same old names, Tempest and Fury. The other two blocks were given the names Attacker and Sabre. Tempest House shed half its members to occupy Sabre House while Fury House did the same and half its members occupied Attacker House.
In the year 1967, the name was changed from PAF Public School to PAF College Sargodha. The four houses Tempest, Fury, Attacker and Sabre were also renamed as Younus, Iqbal, Munir and Rafiqui respectively after the names of pilots who laid down their lives during September 1965 War. The name of School magazine was also changed from “The Sargodhian” to “Shahbaz."
In August, 1967 the Lower Topa School was also amalgamated with Sargodha. W and T Entries joined PAF College Sargodha and were absorbed into the existing four Houses. In 1968 U and V Entries from Lower Topa also joined Sargodha. At this two more Houses were established in the Odeon Block (Alam and Allauddin Houses).
The College continued to function as a Public School until in 1973, when the requirement at the PAF Academy, Risalpur was raised to the degree level. Therefore, the College started functioning as a Degree College. This change closed the chapter of Public School system and the College started imparting full military training to the aviation cadets of both the GD(P) and Engineering Branches, which was followed by the flying training phase at PAF Academy, Risalpur. During this time two new houses (called squadrons at that time) were formed, Minhas and Saffi. However, in 1985, BSc Classes were shifted to Risalpur and once again only FSc classes were conducted at the College.
On reopening of the College as a public school, all the eight student houses were renamed and called Attacker, Falcon, Fury, Halifax, Mirage, Sabre, Starfighter, and Tempest.
In November, 2001 the designation of Head of the Institution was renamed as the Principal. The present designation is more in keeping with the ethos of a Public School. By 2002, the institution has also resumed its old name PAF Public School Sargodha.
[edit] Infrastructure
The school maintains a two-story Academic Block and eight separate lodging ‘Houses’. The other buildings comprise a mosque, an auditorium, a messing block, a canteen and a hospital for students. Residential accommodation for the Principal, Vice Principal and the School faculty is located within the School boundaries.
House System
Each House organizes its own study periods, social functions, swimming, and indoor and outdoor games. The House is under the charge of a Housemaster who is assisted by an Assistant Housemaster and a Physical Training Instructor (PTI).
Apart from faculty and staff appointments, there are a number of student appointments. A student from the senior most entry is made Head boy of the School on his overall performance. Each House has a House Captain who is assisted by the School Prefect and two House Prefects. House Captain is a student in charge of the various House activities.
During the regular year, various Inter House competitions are held in outdoor sports, (hockey, football, basketball), athletics, drill, swimming, qirat, debating, current affairs and cleanliness. Separate shields and trophies are awarded to the winner of each competition. The Quaid-e-Azam Trophy is awarded to the overall Champion House.
[edit] Faculty & Staff
The faculty comprises of two academic departments, Science and Humanities:
Humanities: English, Urdu, Pakistan Studies and Islamic Education.
Sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Computer Sciences.
In addition, the senior most instructor of each subject heads of department and supervises curriculum of the respective subjects. Physical training and drill of the students is supervised by the physical fitness and drill instructors. The other staff comprises the Administrative Officer, Bursar, Doctor, Psychologist, Khateeb for the Mosque and the requisite ministerial staff.
[edit] Academics
The students are prepared for the Secondary School Certificate and Intermediate Examination conducted by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Sargodha. The following subjects are taught:
(a) Secondary School Certificate Examination: English, Urdu, Islamiat, Pakistan Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Computer Science.
(b) Intermediate Examination (Pre-Engineering Group): English, Urdu, Islamic Studies, Pakistan Studies, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
Examinations
The School holds internal examinations to assess the ability of the students and prepare them for the Board Examinations. Progress tests, Send-Ups and Pre-Board Examinations is a regular feature of the School schedule in this regard.
The parents/guardians are regularly informed of their son’s/ward’s overall performance and attitude. The weak students take extra coaching classes in the evening. However, a student showing consistent poor performance is withdrawn from the School.
[edit] Routine and Activities
Games and Physical Education
Afternoon games are compulsory for all the students. The School has the facilities of six Football fields, five Hockey fields, five Basketball courts, one Squash court, one Cricket/Athletics field, one Gymnasium, and one Swimming Pool. For indoor games like Table Tennis, Carom board, Chess, and Draft, the facility is provided in each of the eight boarding Houses. Besides this, boys also receive training in Karate and Gymnastics as well. They are also given an orientation in drill for their future careers in the armed forces.
Friendly Fixtures
The School plays friendly fixtures against similar institutions like PAF Public School Lower Topa, Military College Jhelum, Cadet College Hasan Abdal, Sadiq Public School Bahawalpur, Cadet College Petaro, Chand Bagh School Muridke, and Aitchison College Lahore.
[edit] Facilities and Miscellaneous
Library and Audio-Visual Aids
The Academic Block maintains a central library. In addition, a small libraries have been established in each Houses. Modern educational aids like OHPs and multimedia projector are used to make classroom instruction more effective.
Language Lab
For spoken English classes, Academic block also features a Language Laboratory. The boys of various cultures and languages are given the opportunity to polish their spoken expression under the guidance of trained teachers.
Computer Labs
The School has maintained two state of art computer laboratories. These are equipped with P4 computers, multimedia and round the clock internet access. The boys are encouraged to keep e-mail addresses and are given a sound orientation in Microsoft Office & IT.
Medical
For quick, round the clock medical care, the School has a hospital headed by an Air Force doctor with the necessary staff to assist him. For further specialized treatment, the boys are sent to the PAF Hospital adjacent to the PAF Base, Mushaf where they are admitted in the Officer’s Ward. The PAF Hospital is an updated facility with almost all specialists available round the clock.
Vaccination and inoculation is carried out periodically. Students are medically examined in all respects, and a proper individual health record is maintained. The School also has an isolation ward for the segregation of patients suffering from infectious diseases.
In case a student needs an operation, all out efforts are made to inform the parents/guardians. However, if there is no time to inform them, such students are operated upon without any delay. The parents/guardians of students are required to submit a written permission for emergent, lifesaving surgery. In case of an emergency the authority rests with the Principal.
Uniform
It is mandatory for students to be in the prescribed dress during school hours. They are not permitted to wear private clothes or shoes. The uniforms/shorts/track suits are provided to the students by the School.
Dining Table
The School Mess is run by a committee presided by the Principal. Students are also associated with the management of the Mess. One representative from each House is a member of the Mess Committee that meets regularly to draw up the menu and discuss ways and means of improving the Mess. Meals include breakfast, long break, lunch and dinner.
Clubs
The School offers the students a wide variety of extra curricular activities and they are welcome to participate in them. Some of the major clubs include Internet Club, Science Club, Wood Work Club, Clay Modeling Club, and Arts and Music Club.
Recreational Activities
Picnics are arranged regularly. The boys are taken to various recreational spots around Sargodha. Also, a camping trip is annually made to Lower Topa, Murree by the senior most entry. Besides these excursions, various educational visits are also a part of training schedule at the School.
School Magazine
The School Magazine is published annually in two sections (English/Urdu) and contains articles and essays written by the students. Every student is given a copy on payment.
Terms And Holidays The Academic year is divided into two terms, with the first one running from August to December and the second one running from January to June. At the end of each term, there are regular vacations. Students are not permitted to stay in the School premises during the holidays. All traveling expenses are to be borne by the parents. It is also the responsibility of the parents/guardians to make the traveling arrangements for their sons/wards.
Visits
The students are permitted to receive visitors once a month on scheduled Sundays during the term. The visit dates are communicated to the parents at the beginning of the term.
Correspondence
Parents/guardians seeking any information regarding their son/ward must address all correspondence only to the Principal or the Vice Principal. The School has the facility of a PCO. The boys can make calls to their parents/guardians on payment. For an emergency message the parents may contact the respective Housemaster at his residence phone number.
Post Office
The Post Office facility is available at the School.
