DON BOSCO SOCIETY
The Don Bosco Society is an international organization dedicated to the service of children and youth, especially through the field of education. Founded in 1859 by Don Bosco, an Italian saint-educator, the Don Bosco Society is now present in 132 countries across the world. In 1906 the Don Bosco Society started working in India. The first Don Bosco School was set up in Mumbai in 1928.
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
Dear DBIS Community,
An IB and IGCSE curriculum nurtures curiosity and looks beyond knowledge and academic excellence to form character, bring hope, and brighten up the natural and human environment. Students and educators keep this in mind as they set and commit themselves to achieve their personal and academic goals. At DBIS, learners do not walk this path alone. Your educators, mentors, and guides, accompany you along this journey where they prioritise your wellbeing, foster your talents, and build faith in your abilities and dreams.
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Alongside this, we are confronted with headlines about issues in a rapidly changing world: digital citizenship and safety, mental health struggles, climate change; inequality in access to healthcare and education amidst social conflict, among others. These issues are complex and real. Yet, we can approach them as young individuals filled with questions, solutions, dreams, and a profound desire to shape a better world. As an IB and IGCSE community we are called to face them with compassion, critical thinking, and collaboration. With initiatives
built into our curriculum and learning engagements, we are already becoming heralds of hope, and the change-makers our world so deeply needs.
Hope builds on active engagement. It thrives amidst small acts of kindness, in the willingness to learn from mistakes, and in the persistence to keep going, even when the journey gets hard and steep. Let us continue this journey as a community together with learners in Don Bosco institutions across the globe, as we enhance our potential to bring light into darkness, to build bridges in times of division, and to inspire others through integrity and vision.
Warmly,
Fr. Ajoy Fernandes, SDB
Director
Don Bosco International School
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Dear Students,
As we embark on another exciting academic year, it is essential to pause and reflect on the world we are growing up in—a world that is constantly evolving, driven by rapid technological advancements, particularly in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The future you are preparing for will require not just academic excellence but also adaptability, creativity, collaboration, and digital fluency. At Don Bosco International School, innovation and creativity are not just core values—they are part of our everyday learning experience. As the world around us changes, we must upgrade our skills and mindset to be future-ready. Embracing AI, understanding how it works, and exploring its applications for social good are critical steps for every student.
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But even more important than keeping pace with technology is staying grounded in our values. Kindness, Integrity, Respect, Empathy, and Responsibility will always be the cornerstones of who we are. Growing up with values gives direction to our innovation and ensures that what we create is not just powerful but also purposeful. Our mission—to create a just and caring society—reminds us that we are responsible for more than just ourselves. The climate crisis is one of the most pressing challenges of our time. Reversing its impact calls for sustainable thinking and action. Each one of you, from our youngest PYP learners to our senior-most students, has a role to play. We look forward to seeing meaningful student-led initiatives, especially through CAS projects and PYP action plans, that demonstrate a commitment to environmental responsibility, social justice, and community well-being. Together, we can make a difference—if we believe in ourselves and act with intention. This year, your school has planned a wide range of co-curricular activities to help you discover your strengths, build new skills, and explore your passions. Make the most of every opportunity that comes your way. You are the changemakers of tomorrow, and it begins today—with courage, creativity, and compassion.
Warm regards,
Ms. Meena Saldanha Principal,
Don Bosco International School
TESTIMONIALS
Dear Meena Ma’am,
I hope this email finds you well and in great spirits.
I’ve been meaning to write for a while now … I remembered you many times this year, at various milestones, and finally felt compelled to send you an update on my time here at IISc. I cannot believe it has been four years!
These years have brought their share of challenges : working hard to secure a high rank in JEE, earning my place at IISc, my dream college, but through all of it, I felt prepared to face whatever came my way, thanks to the constant support and belief you showed in me during my years at school.
One memory I keep returning to: in sixth grade, I was hesitant to sing a Hindi poem I had written, in front of the whole school. You were the one who urged me to go ahead. That meant a lot to me. Since then, I expressed myself at every opportunity school offered: on stage, across disciplines, mixing different domains… always knowing that you were standing behind me.
The confidence you gave me has stayed with me here as well. Just yesterday, I presented a talk on aesthetics in science to researchers across the institute. And last month came a moment I will not forget easily: Demis Hassabis ,Nobel Laureate and CEO of Google DeepMind, was visiting India for the India AI Summit, and IISc was his first stop, being India’s frontier AI research hub. The dean selected me to welcome him on behalf of the institute and anchor his talk. Standing before an audience of 1,400 people, meeting a figure who has shaped the field I care most about – it was nothing short of a thrill!
In all these moments, I found myself thinking of the many times I stepped onto the stage at Bianchi Hall. And even this time, before I took a deep breath to begin, I imagined your smiling face somewhere in the audience.
Academically, I am pursuing a BTech in Mathematics and Computing, and exploring computational and theoretical biology on the side: applying AI, ML, and physics to living systems, sitting right at the crossroads of pure science and engineering. It is exactly the kind of mixing-everything-I-love that school taught me was possible. My cricket, music, reading, trekking, and art are all still very much alive too. You all gave me something I am genuinely grateful for: the conviction that you can pursue everything you love, with real depth…you just have to find a way.
I wish I had written sooner. The past three years were consumed by competitive exams and then the business of settling into a new city and a new life. But I am well settled now, and very happy …my course is rigorous in all the right ways and very rewarding.
I hope you, and everyone at school, are doing wonderfully. I look forward to meeting you the next time I am in Mumbai.
Warm regards,
Durga
Dear Director Sir, Principal Ma’am, HODs, Sports Department, HRTs, Admin Team, Ancillary Staff, and everyone at our DBIS Family
Roarrrr! 
It’s me, Little Dev Mandot, writing my first-ever email (with a tiny bit of help from Mum & Dad 
) to say the BIGGEST thank you for making my very first Sports Day so special! 
From the moment we stepped onto the field, it felt like stepping into a magical jungle! 
Seeing my friends dressed up as Giraffes, Monkeys, Lions, Tigers, and myself – the Zuzu Zebra Club – was so much fun. But you know what made it even more special? The love, patience, and encouragement from all of YOU! 
The parade was fantastic, our yoga moves made the parents go “WOW,” and the races were super exciting (not just ours, but also the fun races for Dads, Mums, and even our super cool Grandparents! 
). It truly felt like a family celebration where everyone belonged. 
And guess what? No podiums, no “winners,” because ALL of us were champions! 
That made our tiny heart‘s so, so happy. Thank you for teaching us that every little effort matters and that we all shine in our own ways!
Mumma and Papa say that the joy on our faces was the biggest proof of how much effort you all put in—from weeks of practice to ensuring everything was just excellent.
We felt it, we loved it, and we can’t wait to grow and roar even louder in the years to come!
A big, warm hug to each one of you! 
Thank you for making my first Sports Day a memory I will always cherish.
Entering DBIS after attending a traditional ICSE school for many years felt like
stepping into a completely different world. Unlike the emphasis on academic
achievements in India, DBIS viewed education as more than just grades. The
teachers weren’t just instructors; they were mentors who supported our unique
talents and helped us understand ourselves as individuals. In our small classes,
we experienced a mix of diverse personalities and backgrounds, turning
learning into a collaborative adventure. Instead of just memorizing facts, we
questioned and analyzed them, using them to form our own perspectives. It
wasn’t just about an IB education; it was a DBIS education that taught us not
only how to learn but also how to unlearn—an essential skill that goes beyond
what any textbook can provide. DBIS didn’t just get me ready for exams; it
prepared me for life.
DBIS is where I spent the best years of my life. Not only did I make amazing,
lifelong friends but I also got the opportunity to learn and get educated from
the very best. The amicable and approachable nature of the teachers made my
experience at DBIS very special. Also what is DBIS without a mention of its
world-class sports facilities and it’s amazing sport faculty. We students tried to
find every excuse to run onto the turf for a quick game of football. Thank you
DBIS for giving me the best years of my life and all the best for the journey
ahead. Once a boscoite, always a boscoite.
