⁠From Amateur to Master: How Chrysalis High’s CHAMPS Program Is Creating All-Round Champions in Sports & Performing Arts

CHAMPS Program

The CHAMPS Program Is Creating All-Round Champions in Sports and Performing Arts

Every child starts school with a lot of possibilities. Some children are naturally good at things while others have talents that they do not know about yet. A student might be really good at basketball. They might be great at chess. They might love to dance, sing or act. These talents need help and support to grow.

At Chrysalis High School in Bengaluru we think that school is not about doing work in class. It is about helping students learn and grow in all ways. We want them to find out who they are, what they like and what they can do.

This is what the CHAMPS Program is about. The CHAMPS Program stands for “Chrysalis High Amateur to Masters in Performing Arts and Sports.” It is a program that helps students try things to get better at them and become confident and capable individuals.

The CHAMPS Program is not just something students do outside of class. It is a way for them to learn and grow in all areas of life. It helps them get stronger, feel better and be more creative. They learn life skills that will help them long after they leave school.

The idea behind the CHAMPS Program is simple: Every great person started out as a beginner. Whether a child is learning to play basketball, do yoga or perform on stage they start with one step. With practice, help and good experiences; they get better and slowly excel in it.

Why It Is Important to Grow in All Ways

The world is changing fast. To be successful, children need more than grades. They need to be creative, strong, able to work with others and able to understand and manage their feelings.

Children do not learn these things from books. They learn them by trying things, working with others and taking risks.

The CHAMPS Program helps our students do these things. It gives them chances to play sports, perform and try things. This helps them grow in all ways and get ready for life.

The CHAMPS Way: Every Child Can Grow

CHAMPS

One of the things about the CHAMPS Program is that it is not just for children who’re already good at something. It is for all those who, no matter what they can do it. They do not have to be perfect; they just have to try.

A child who has never played basketball before gets the help and support as compared to who is already great at it. A child who is nervous on stage gets the encouragement as compared to  who loves to perform. We do not compare children with each other; we help each child be themselves.

This way of thinking helps children feel comfortable trying things, making mistakes and learning from them. It teaches them that it is okay to not be perfect and that they can always get better.

Three Important Parts of the CHAMPS Program

The CHAMPS Program has three parts that help students grow in all ways:

Outdoor Sports

Basketball

Swimming

Skating

Indoor Sports

Taekwondo

Yoga

Chess

Performing Arts

Dance

Music

Theatre

Each of these activities helps students grow in different ways but they all have the same goal which is: ‘To help them become confident, strong, creative and well-rounded.’

Outdoor Sports: Building Strength and Team Spirit

Sports are a way for children to learn life skills. Sports like Basketball, Swimming and Skating help them get stronger, work together and never give up.

Basketball

Basketball is really not a game. It actually teaches students a lot of things like teamwork and communication and leadership and how to think strategically. When you play Basketball you learn that you have to work with your teammates to be successful. This means that you have to blend your efforts with being responsible.

Students who play Basketball learn how to make decisions and adapt when things change. They also learn how to support each other. When they are playing Basketball and when they are not. At Chrysalis High Basketball is a part of the school. It gives students the chance to play in Inter-house competitions and in school competitions.

Swimming

Swimming is a great sport that helps you grow as a person. It helps you get stronger and better at sticking to things. You learn to focus and be, in control of yourself. Swimming teaches students to make goals for themselves and keep working towards these goals. They learn that they need to be patient and practice all the time if they want to get better at swimming. Swimming helps people develop endurance. It also helps them learn to work hard and not give up.

Skating

Skating needs balance, coordination, courage and persistence. When students put on skates for the first time it can be really scary. With the help of guidance and lots of practice they slowly start to feel more comfortable and confident, on skates. They learn to get over their fear and build up their confidence.

Indoor Sports: Building Focus and Mental Strength

Indoor sports like Taekwondo, Yoga and Chess help students develop concentration, self-control and mental toughness.

Taekwondo

Taekwondo is more than learning to defend yourself. It helps students learn to be disciplined, show respect, take responsibility and control themselves. In Taekwondo students learn to use their energy in a way and become more focused and determined. They also learn to keep trying when things get tough. Taekwondo teaches students to be strong not in body but also in mind.

Yoga

Yoga helps students develop flexibility, focus, and emotional well-being. Through breathing exercises and mindful practices, it teaches them how to manage stress and maintain balance in their daily lives. At Chrysalis High School, International Yoga Day which falls on 21st June every year is celebrated as a grand event that promotes holistic wellness and encourages students as well as parents to adopt healthy habits for both mind and body.

Chess

Playing chess is really good for you. It helps you be patient. Think carefully about what you are doing. When you play chess you have to think about what you’re going to do next. You have to look at what’s happening and think about what might happen later. Students who play chess learn how to look at a situation and figure out what to do. They learn how to think about what might happen if they do something. Playing chess helps students make decisions. Chess is a game that helps people develop patience and strategy and critical thinking.

Performing Arts: Building Creativity and Confidence

The performing arts help children express themselves. They can be creative. Feel more confident. It helps them to build their self-confidence. Students can express themselves through performing arts. They get a chance to be creative. It also helps build their confidence.

Dance

Dance helps students express themselves in a way. It also helps them develop discipline. They learn rhythm, improve their coordination and understand teamwork. Through dance movements and performances students learn to share their feelings and tell stories.

Music

People benefit much from music because it fosters creativity and concentration. Students’ listening skills improve as they study music. They acquire patience. Additionally, they begin to value the ways in which people use music to express themselves. Students gain knowledge of melody and rhythm as well as how to play music in public. Students learn a lot from music, including how to better understand music and how to manage their emotions.

Theatre

Theatre gives students a stage to be creative, talk well and express themselves. When students act they get to understand others’ feelings, speak in front of people, work together and feel more confident. Theatre helps students to be more creative and expressive. It also teaches students to communicate and work with others.

Learning Through Experience & Building Confidence Through Achievement

The CHAMPS Program is about learning through experience. Children do not just hear about teamwork, leadership and resilience; they experience it firsthand. Confidence grows when they achieve something, overcome challenges and see their progress. The CHAMPS Program gives our students chances to build confidence in ways.

The Role of Coaches and Mentors & Creating a Strong School Community

Behind every student is a mentor who believes in them. At Chrysalis High School, our students are guided by coaches, instructors and educators who provide training and personal encouragement. The CHAMPS Program also helps build a school community by bringing children through shared experiences. Students from different grades and age groups get to know each other during training sessions, performances, competitions and events at the CHAMPS Program. They form friendships and their teamwork gets stronger. They start to feel like they belong. Students learn to appreciate the talents of students and celebrate when they do well. This makes the school a fun place to be, where every student feels valued and supported.

Supporting Academic Success

Some people think that sports and performing arts take time away from studies but that’s not true for students at Chrysalis High School. Students who opt for sports(Indoor/Outdoor) and performing arts get better at managing their time paying attention and being self-disciplined. Sports help students stay physically and mentally healthy. Performing arts help students communicate, think and solve problems. These skills help students do better in school and grow as individuals.

Preparing Students for the Future

The future is for people who can adapt, talk to others, work together and lead. The CHAMPS Program helps students develop these skills. Whether students want to be engineers, doctors, businesspeople, teachers, technologists, athletes or artists; the skills that they learn from the CHAMPS Program will always be useful. Students learn how to work with others, deal with challenges, think creatively and feel confident when trying things. These skills will help students in their lives.

The Chrysalis High Difference

What makes the CHAMPS Program special is that it’s part of what Chrysalis High School is all about. Our school wants to help students grow up to be happy and successful. That means more than doing well in school. Students need to feel confident, think creatively and be strong. The CHAMPS Program does this by giving students chances to try things, learn and grow. It praises students for trying to value progress and encourages every student to do their best. Every champion starts out as a beginner. Every big thing starts with one step. Through the CHAMPS Program students get to find what they love, develop their talents and reach their potential. 

Whether students are playing Basketball, Swimming, Skating, Taekwondo, practicing Yoga, playing Chess, Dancing, learning Music or acting skills in Theatre; CHAMPS embodies this vision by creating opportunities for students to explore, learn, and grow in meaningful ways.

It celebrates effort, values progress, and encourages every child to strive towards their personal best.

At Chrysalis High School Bengaluru, CHAMPS is not about making athletes or performers. It is about shaping confident, compassionate, and capable individuals who are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Every student in CHAMPS at Chrysalis High goes through this real journey, which changes them from amateurs to masters.

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Written By – Sharmila Yellapu,

Secondary Teacher – Chrysalis High, Bannerghatta Road

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the CHAMPS Program at Chrysalis High School?

CHAMPS (Chrysalis High Amateur to Masters in Performing Arts and Sports) is a comprehensive program designed to help students discover and develop their talents in sports and performing arts. Through structured training, expert mentorship, and opportunities to participate in competitions and performances, students build confidence, leadership skills, discipline, and resilience.

2. How does the CHAMPS program help in child development?

Beyond physical fitness and artistic skills, CHAMPS instills critical life skills such as emotional resilience, time management, strategic thinking, and leadership. By encouraging experiential learning and a growth mindset, it helps students handle real-world challenges confidently.

3. Can beginners join the CHAMPS program, or is it only for talented students?

The CHAMPS program is completely inclusive and designed for every single student. It explicitly rejects peer comparison, providing the exact same high-quality coaching, encouragement, and resources to an absolute beginner as it does to an advanced student.

4. How do sports and performing arts improve academic performance?

Participation in sports and performing arts helps students develop concentration, time management, discipline, critical thinking, and communication skills. These abilities often translate into improved classroom engagement, better learning outcomes, and stronger overall academic performance.

5. Why is the CHAMPS Program important for future success?

The CHAMPS Program equips students with essential 21st-century skills such as leadership, collaboration, adaptability, resilience, and creative thinking. These skills are valuable across all future career paths, whether students aspire to become professionals, entrepreneurs, athletes, artists, or innovators.

6. Why is Chrysalis High considered one of the best CBSE schools in Bangalore?

Chrysalis High is recognized among the best CBSE schools in Bangalore for its commitment to academic excellence, holistic development, and student well-being. Through initiatives like the CHAMPS Program, the school provides students with opportunities to excel in sports, performing arts, leadership, and life skills, ensuring they grow into confident, capable, and future-ready individuals.

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I have been a student at Chrysalis High Marq for two school years and from what I have experienced, I can tell you it is a great school. The staff is excellent and the rules help keep the school safe and in order.

There is an equal balance of learning and reviewing the information. There are enrichment activity classes as well to where we have life skill and ink well sessions that help in the refinement and polishing of the mind. Chrysalis has initiated many activities for students. We have engrossing and fun-filled Indoor Champs, Performing Arts classes, Buddy interaction time etc. The teachers in Chrysalis are hardworking and determined . I am so proud and lucky to go to Chrysalis!

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In the field of Construction, they say- “ A well-designed and strong foundation keeps the building standing while the forces of nature wreak havoc.” The same purpose that a foundation serves for a building, schooling does for our children- ensures they are wholly prepared for the journey called Life!

Having worked for a few schools in the past, I was aware of the paramount role a school plays in the initial nurturing of a child. While joining Chrysalis, I expected a similar school environment as in my past, but to my astonishment, things were incredibly better. While the academics here are indeed exceptional, even better is the focus on the character development of each child. Teachers know their Children really well, beyond just recalling the child’s name; all thanks to initiatives like PUPA. The teachers nurture children in a way that is not just caring and loving but also instills in them qualities like compassion, collaboration, empathy and many more from an early age. Children are also encouraged in a way that they constantly thrive to develop confidence in their own unique abilities.

Well, what we reap is what we sow; and not just the teachers but the whole team in Chrysalis believes in this fact. We work together tirelessly because we know we are nurturing kids to form a responsible and noble generation for the future!

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Faculty, Chrysalis High Marq

Chrysalis High Marq has paved new roads of possibilities of learning and fruitful experiences for both teachers such as myself and the students.

The things that are most satisfying for me are the never ending opportunities to learn, perform out of the comfort zone and most importantly the endless love that I receive from the children. Life is a continuous learning process and Chrysalis High Marq has made it possible by giving me many opportunities to be creative in the way I work. The whole team works as a family by supporting and helping each other at any given point of time .

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Educator, Chrysalis High Marq

I enjoy working at Chrysalis High because this is a place where high energy meets absolute dedication.As a teacher, each day is a new day for me and I fully value the myriad opportunities that enhance my experience.

I also appreciate the unique working atmosphere and  the collaborative culture  that allows me to grow not only as a professional, but also as a person.

The school provides me with a lot of scope to interact with children and their parents, and this gives me an opportunity  to gain deeper insights into ways to help each of them achieve their academic goals.

The school’s vision for children is a guiding principle for all of us. It is indeed a pleasure to work with my immediate superiors who are both-understanding and supportive in all aspects. Together, I am certain that we will have a mutually enriching and exciting academic year ahead.

Anuradha Shankar Venkataraman,
Employee, Chrysalis High Marq

My Voyage at Chrysalis High Marq has been spectacular and overwhelming. The school has positive vibes that makes it a beautiful shelter for not only students but also for the teachers. Here at Chrysalis we are motivated to nurture the young minds in the best possible way.

I learnt number of years of work experience is not that counts, what is more important is the quality one possesses through their learning experience. I thoroughly enjoy teaching and unfaltering curiosity.

Chrysalis High is an impressive organization that makes educators feel supported and equipped. I ’am proud to be a part of this institution that strive to take eloquent steps to transform our care philosophy and values into effective action.

I feel privileged to be an integral part of such a proficient and progressive workforce. Chrysalis oozes integrity and excellence that is t=refreshing and essential in our daily duties.

Chrysalis exemplifies what it means to be an organization that is “To help our children excel by understanding them, guiding them on the right path and strengthening their self belief.”

I have been in Chrysalis High BG Road since 2018. The teachers have laid a strong foundation, helped me improve on my basics in all subjects and played a major role in me evolving into the best version of myself. My school has given me many opportunities to develop my leadership skills and I will always feel grateful about that. I have made many friends in the last couple of years, thanks to the warm atmosphere at Chrysalis High. During online classes our school left no stone unturned and even though our classes were online, they ensured we learnt with the same enthusiasm.

I am very happy studying at Chrysalis High Bannerghatta Road. I got admission during the lockdown period. The online classes were well organized and very interactive.

I gained a lot of knowledge during online classes, and the teachers understood us quickly and were there for us at all times. Even though we didn’t meet personally, the atmosphere at Chrysalis was always very warm and supportive. Even though online classes were new to everyone, our teachers were able to identify where we were lagging, and they provided Individual Support Classes (ISP).

The teachers are very interactive, friendly with us, and support us to come up with our own ideas. Practical explanation of the subject through STEaM is also one of the most exciting sessions in our school. The teachers also covered extracurricular activities and enrichment activities during the online classes. The warm welcome by the teachers to the offline classes made us more excited to attend school and a day at Chrysalis High with my friends and teachers is something that I eagerly look forward to every day.

I started my journey at Chrysalis High in the third grade, and have been studying in the same till now and from all these years, I can say that Chrysalis High has the best staff and curriculum.

PUPA (Prior Understanding of Pupil Attributes) is a unique method used in Chrysalis High to understand a student’s learning ability, skills and emotions. They gain this knowledge from the parents and us in an effort to understand us better. The extracurricular activities, inter-school competitions, sports and cultural days organised help incorporate fun and games along with academics.

The student council and the elections for its positions familiarise a student with a sense of responsibility and teamwork. Studying at Chrysalis High has helped me grow to my full potential and has indeed trained me for the exam called life.

I would like to thank all the teachers and staff at Chrysalis High for making my learning experience the best.

Chrysalis High team integrates compassion into their teaching standards, emphasizes the importance of values and builds leaders through each of their classes and lessons. It allows for a lower student to teacher ratio. Online teaching during difficult times of Covid – 19 was indeed a huge challenge for all schools but the support provided by the school to transcend the challenge of teaching students by providing apt and timely training to teachers in online teaching methodology is commendable. This has been very useful to students as well as their parents. The teachers had worked hard in coming up with innovative methods of teaching to keep the students up breast with subjects with their enthusiasm intact.  It’s been a wonderful journey for me at Chrysalis High so far.  The entire team works in unison with one thought in mind – the betterment of the children.

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Primary Teacher

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It would not be an exaggeration in the slightest, if I said that I feel always supported by the principal, coordinator and staff in performing my duties to the best of my abilities. This makes me confident that I would be given room to grow as an educator. It feels great to be part of a group that takes meaningful steps towards turning our philosophy and values into action!”

The values we would love to instill in our students at Chrysalis High are strongly rooted in our hearts by our compassionate and efficient school heads and mentors and model them to our students.

The induction programme has been nothing short of immense learning and much-needed guidance to face all our challenges head-on and it has helped prepare ourselves for the year ahead.

At Chrysalis High, I find myself doing what I love to do, staying true to what I strongly believe in and above all I can see myself as a passionate learner with new opportunities to learn each and every day. To top it all, the love and support my students shower on me is an additional perk without which I cannot be the happy teacher that I am today.

Suhasini. S
Secondary Teacher

Student Safety and School Security

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Safety Always a step ahead!

Chrysalis is inarguably the only school where at no point of time, any child is left without supervision of a female teacher!

CCTV Cameras- Entire premises

  • All classrooms
  • Corridors
  • Outdoor areas

Precautionary measures

  • Presence of a female teacher for all CHAMPS activities
  • Presence of a female teacher in all the classes handled by male teachers

Nutrition

The School serves balanced and nutritious vegetarian snacks and lunch to students who have opted for the facility.

To supervise students during lunchtime, a teacher is appointed for monitoring each table. Children are trained to keep themselves clean and display correct dining manners.

Reverse Osmosis systems for purifying drinking water are available across the campus throughout the day.

Transport

We provide a fleet of well-maintained buses with trained drivers and lady attendants. Special care is taken while appointing the drivers, to ensure that only the experienced and qualified drivers are appointed after undergoing a driving test. The buses are equipped with safety equipment and a first-aid kit in case of an emergency.

Being GPS enabled, the school can locate the position of a bus at any time during commute and in case of a breakdown, can send a replacement bus instantly. To avoid rash driving and speeding, speed governors are installed in all the buses.

Salient Features

  • Well-networked fleet of buses connecting the school to various parts of the city.
  • Trained drivers in each bus.
  • Trained lady attendants to take care of your child in each bus.
  • Mandatory First-Aid kits in all buses.
  • Regular checking by school administration staff to ensure safety of your child.
  • All buses are GPS enabled and for better monitoring, we have in-bus CCTV system complete with camera and recorder.
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Ms. Indrani Singh

Chief Vision Officer, Principal, Chrysalis High Marq & Head - Chrysalis Kids

Ms. Indrani Singh possesses a MSc and B.Ed degree to her credit. She has over 10 years of experience in the field of education and has climbed the rungs of leadership with her sheer dedication, hard work and love for her profession. She joined as the Head of Chrysalis Kids in 2013, which is a pre primary school of Chrysalis. Her out of box thinking and her ideology of doing the right thing for the children have helped her to pioneer new processes to make learning an enriching experience for the children. Across a period of seven years, Ms. Indrani Singh has become a flag bearer of Chrysalis vision, especially the PUPA (Prior Understanding of Pupil Attributes) Program. Indrani brought in the idea of Pre-CHAMPS to all Chrysalis schools. Known for her ideation & focus on quality, Indrani leaves no stone unturned to ensure children have a wonderful learning experience at Chrysalis. In 2017, she was made Associate Academic Director – Pre Primary & again promoted to Academic Director – Pre Primary, a role she handles along with the responsibilities of Chrysalis High, Marq. Under her supervision and guidance, many initiatives like Pre-CHAMPS, AwSTEM, Festival of learning were initiated and appreciated by all. Today she handles multitude of responsibilities from heading two schools to overseeing the Pre-Primary Curriculum Team of Chrysalis as the Academic Director. In addition to these profiles, she was recently promoted as Chief Vision Officer to propel PUPA, an initiative of Chrysalis, to greater heights. To this day, her ideas and her sheer determination to always try something different and new makes her a formidable and integral part of Chrysalis. With an unending pandemic looming over us, the future for education looked uncertain. But Ms. Indrani with her belief that learning should not stop for the children, ideated on the perfect balance of online and live class model to suit the learning styles of the children. The plan started with what best would suit the children and also help the working parents who were facing their own challenges and obstacles. The online model started with curriculum videos which the Chrysalis teachers recorded with the right guidance and methodology which was well defined by her. The live classes began with once a week class to slowly introduce the children to digital learning. With children adapting to live class, the sessions increased to add more to their knowledge. Teachers were sensitized about the challenges of live class and how to ensure that they do the right thing for the children and be an integral part in their learning given the circumstances. Providing the right support to parents and the challenges they faced, were also key elements of the whole digital teaching process. Providing individual support to the children was one way to ensure we partnered with parents to provide the right support to the children and ensure that the learning did not stop.