S.B.O.A. Public Senior School

CELESTIA FIESTA – Interschool Quiz Competition and Exhibition
2025-12-02 09:00 UTC
Celestia Fiesta 2025, a two-day inter-school festival on astronomy and space science, was conducted at SBOA Public (Sr. Sec.) School, Ernakulam with great enthusiasm. The event offered students hands-on exposure to space technology through exhibitions, competitions, and expert interactions.
A major highlight of the inaugural ceremony was the digital lamp lighting using a mobile-controlled robotic system, symbolising the fusion of tradition with modern science. The programme was inaugurated by Shri. S. Sivasubramony, Deputy Director, MIS Area, ISRO Inertial Systems Unit, who delivered an inspiring talk supported by real ISRO mission videos.
The Night Sky Photography segment drew special attention with its stunning astronomical visuals. The Space Science & Technology Exhibition, organised with technical support from ISRO, featured interactive models and innovative student exhibits that received high appreciation from the seven visiting schools over two days.
The inter-school quiz, conducted in collaboration with ISRO and organised by Q Collective, saw participation from 25 schools, with 20 schools sending two teams each.
Quiz Results:
1st – Bhavan’s Adarsh Vidyalaya
2nd – Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir, Girinagar
3rd – Saraswati Vidya Niketan
The event concluded with a valedictory ceremony led by Smt. K. Devaki Kunneriath, Associate Scientist, National Radio Astronomy Observatory (USA) and an alumna of SBOA, who awarded prizes and encouraged students to pursue scientific excellence.
