Droopnath Ramphul State College

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Souvenir

Pamplemousses

Calebasses

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Coordinates 20°06′50″S57°33′47″E / 20.113959°S 57.563052°E / -20.113959; 57.563052
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Former nameQueen Elizabeth College North
School type Academy
MottoTo make thinkers out of learners
Founded1975
School district Pamplemousses District
RectorMrs Mantee Sookharee
GenderAll
Age14to 20
Average class size35
Classes offeredGrade 10 to 13
Language English, French, Creole
Schedule08 00 to 14 30
Hours in school day6.5 hours
Classrooms21
AreaAround 25,900 m²
Colour(s)  Deep sky blue

  Guardsman Red

  Milk White
Slogan"Bouton Rouz Nou Fierté"
Website drsss.edu.govmu.org
Learn to live. Live to learn.
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Centre of DRSC (2023)
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Fountain of DRSC (2023)

Droopnath Ramphul State College (DRSC) is an academy based in Calebasses, Pamplemouses, Mauritius admitting both boys and girls who performed well in the National Certificate of Education (NCE). Students are prepared for the School Certificate and the Higher School Certificate. [1] The school derives its name from an eminent Judge Droopnath Ramphul. [2] [3]

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Droopnath Ramphul State College was one of the leading national colleges for girls in Mauritius. This college is known for promoting its students in academics as well as other extra-curricular activities over the years.

History

This state college was built in 1975 . Under the rectorship of Mrs Arlette Bazire, the school began functioning in an old railway station near the Beau Plan roundabout. [2]

In 1980, it was named after Judge Droopnath Ramphul (born 20 February 1921). He is best remembered and honoured for his contributions to education.

In June 1995, students transferred to a new location in Souvenir, Calebasses. The school was then renamed to Queen Elizabeth College - North (QEC-North).

Following protest against the use of the name QEC-North by Queen Elizabeth College girls, the school went to its original name till 2003 when it became a Form VI College and was thereafter named Droopnath Ramphul State College. [3]

In 2005, DRSC has attained its first ever laureate for the HSC Examination done in 2004.

In June 2006, the school became a national college, and after three years, a fresh intake of Form I students with four A+ was enrolled. Students mostly come from Port Louis, the North, and the East.

In 2008, DRSC had a population of roughly 795 students, 535 of whom were from DRSC and 260 from Pamplemousses State Secondary School, who were accommodated at DRSC because their school was under construction.

In 2012, DRSC started their tradition of attaining at least one Laureate every year.

In February 2014, DRSC had attained its first Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR) scholarship for the HSC Examination done in 2013 on the girls' side (alongside Collège Du Saint Esprit on the boys' side). [4]

In February 2019, DRSC had attained its first ever Laureate on the Technical side for the HSC Examination done in 2018. The former rector, Mr Nowkeswar Persand himself said that he was not expecting a laureate on the Technical side, but rather on the Science and Economics side on his interview.

In June 2021, DRSC was transformed into an academy, meaning the school will only serves Grade 10 to 13. In 21st June 2021, the first batch of around 180 students (90 boys and 90 girls) officially started their studies at DRSC. [5]

In February 2023, DRSC was the first school to have attained the Sir Anerood Jugnauth (SAJ) National Scholarship for the HSC Examination done in 2022 on the girls' side (alongside Royal College Curepipe on the boys' side). [6]

In 21st June 2023, the Prize Giving Ceremony was graced by the Honourable, Lady Sarojini Jugnauth.

Unique Design

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DRSC is distinguished for its distinctive architectural architecture among Mauritius' state colleges. The Administrative Block is on three levels and is placed in a circular building resembling a control tower, providing staff with a panoramic view of the entire school.

Laureates

List of Laureates
YearSurnameOther NameGenderType of ScholarshipsSide
2023PAYEN [7] VilashineeGirlStateScience
2023APPADOO [7] [8] DuhitaGirlStateEconomics
2022SOOJHAWON [6] TeejisthaGirlSAJEconomics
2021NOORALLY [9] NazeemahGirlStateArts
2019CARIM BACORSuhaylah BibiGirlAdditionalScience
2019GOKOOLHeishnaGirlAdditionalEconomics
2018KULLENRitikaGirlStateEconomics
2018BISSESSURNehalGirlStateEconomics
2018WAN-BOK-NALEShania AprilGirlAdditionalScience
2018CHUE CHONG CHEECathy Moy NioukGirlAdditionalTechnical
2017DAHOOZubeida Hafsah BanonGirlAdditionalScience
2017BISSESSURKheshika DeviGirlAdditionalScience
2017NOORALLYZakiyyahGirlAdditionalEconomics
2016JHEENGUNDoorgesha RichaGirlStateScience
2016MOONEEGADOOGomaathiGirlAdditionalEconomics
2015MUKOONShaimaa NabeelahGirlStateScience
2015SHAMLOLLLeshnaGirlStateScience
2014YOW OK CHEUNGFlorise EcodieGirlStateEconomics
2014JOKHOOMeghna Ludmila DeviGirlAdditionalEconomics
2014DEERPAULVivekahGirlAdditionalArts
2013RAMSURRUNSheetalGirlSSRScience
2013BHURUTHSneha DeviGirlStateEconomics
2013AKBARFatema ZohraGirlAdditionalArts
2012BIJLOLLShresta DeviGirlAdditionalEconomics
2012CHOORAMANYashwineeGirlAdditionalEconomics
2008JAGESSURYashwiniGirlStateScience
2005KHODABACKSHSazia BegumGirlStateEconomics
2004NUNKOOPrakashmaniGirlStateScience
2004MOSERDEEFirdoshGirlStateArts
Type of Scholarships Key
AcronymFull NameNote
SSR Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam National ScholarshipsOffered to the best boy/girl on the Science side
SAJ Sir Anerood Jugnauth National ScholarshipsOffered to the best boy/girl on the Economics side
StateState of Mauritius Scholarships-
AdditionalAdditional Scholarships-

Note: No examinations were done in the year 2020 due to COVID-19.

Subjects available at school

Ordinary Level (Grade 10 to 11)

At the Ordinary Level (School Certificate), students are expected to choose eight subjects at school.

Student may wish to do a ninth subject (which is not necessarily available at school). However, they will have to do it as a "private" subject, meaning they will need to pay the Mauritius Examinations Syndicate (MES) for that particular subject.

If the student is struggling with an optionalsubject OR Additional Mathematics, they may wish to "drop" that subject in Grade 11 and proceed to do only seven subjects. However, the school does not recommend to do so.

Compulsory Subjects
Syllabus CodeSubject TitleNo. of Papers
1123 English Language (Mauritius) 3
3014 French (Mauritius) 2
4029 Mathematics (Syllabus D) (Mauritius) 2
4037 Additional Mathematics 2
Optional Subjects
Syllabus CodeSubject TitleNo. of PapersPractical
2010 English Literature 2No
2020 French Literature 2No
2210 Computer Science 2No
2251 Sociology 2No
2281 Economics 2No
3201 Hindi 2No
3206 Tamil 2No
3209 Urdu 2No
3214 Telegu 2No
5016 Physical Education 2Yes (Coursework)*
5054 Physics 3No
5070 Chemistry 3No
5090 Biology 3No
6005 Art & Design 3Yes
6043 Design and Technology 3Yes (Project-Based)*
6065 Food and Nutrition 2Yes
7048 Design and Communication 2Yes (Project-Based)*
7096 Travel and Tourism 2No
7115 Business Studies 2No
7707 Accounting 2No

Advanced Level (Grade 12 to 13)

In order to do Advanced Level (Higher School Certificate (HSC)), students need to pass their Ordinary Level (having at least 5 Credits or better including the English Language).

At HSC, students are expected to do three Main Subjects and two Subsidiary Subjects, including English General Paper

Compulsory Subsidiary Subject
LevelSyllabus CodeSubject TitleNo. of Papers
HSC8019 English General Paper 2
Optional Main Subject
Syllabus CodeSubject TitleNo. of PapersPractical
9094French Language4Yes (Listening)
9335Travel & Tourism4Yes (Coursework)*
9336Food Studies3Yes (Coursework)*
9479 Art & Design 3Yes (Coursework)*
9609 Business Studies 4No
9618 Computer Science 4Yes
9680Arabic (A Level)4No
9686Urdu (A Level)4No
9687Hindi (A Level)4No
9688Tamil (A Level)4No
9690Telegu (A level)4No
9695 Literature in English 4No
9699 Sociology 4No
9700 Biology 5Yes
9701 Chemistry 5Yes
9702 Physics 5Yes
9705 Design & Technology 4Yes (Coursework)*
9706 Accounting 4No
9708 Economics 4No
9709 Mathematics 4No
Optional Subsidiary Subjects
Syllabus CodeSubject TitleNo. of PapersPractical
8129French Language2No
8386 Sport & Physical Education (New 2024)2Yes (Coursework)*
8680Arabic (AS Level)2No
8686Urdu (AS Level)2No
8687Hindi (AS Level)2No
8688Tamil (AS Level)2No
8690Telegu (AS Level)2No
9335Travel & Tourism2Yes (Coursework)*
9618 Computer Science 2No
9609 Business Studies 2No
9699 Sociology 2No
9700 Biology 3Yes
9706 Accounting 2No

*This subject's practical paper may not necessarily have a fixed amount of time to work on.

Clubs

Arts & Crafts Club

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The club is an amalgamation of activities not only those concerning art. They tend to help for all school activities including sports day and music day and more.

"We believe that art gives us a chance to truly find ourselves according to our imagination and uniqueness. It allows students to connect with their creativity and through art, each of us is able to transform our thinking skills into incredible masterpieces."

One of the club's aims is to foster and develop an appreciation of art and the exploration of diverse aesthetics. Around April 2022, the club organised "Thrift Shop Event" where members collected old clothes and accessories from students of the school itself and converted the old attires and items into fashionable and voguish outfits. The activity not only encouraged the budding talent of students but the funds gathered was donated to a student in need.

Annual activities organised by the Club:

Benevolent Club

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The benevolent club of DRSC has helped the entire school community and throughout the year, various activities were carried out for noble causes.

Each year, the benevolent club organises activities to raise funds, in order to help those in need.

Chess Club (New 2024)

On the 30th May 2024, DRSC had their Fun & Food Day, and the chess club has organised a chess tournament where students and even teaching and non-teaching staffs could participate. The winner is said to win a Shield and all participants will win a certificate.

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Code For DRSC (New 2024)

Code for DRSC was set up by Nikhil Purlackee and Divya Taukoordoss, alongside with supervising educators, Mrs. Burrun (Computer Science Educator), Mrs. Dossieah (Computer Science Educator), and Mrs. Soorjonowa (Computer Science Educator) on May 2024.

This club is supported by Code for Mauritius .

Duke's Club

The Duke Program at DRSC was set up in the year 2015 by educators Mrs. Reekoye (Hindi Language Educator) and Mr. Mohun (Physical Education Educator).

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“In line with the Mission and Vision of our school, the Award provides opportunities to students to and experiences that will help them in their future life and career as among others, it teaches them organisational skills and team building.” - Mrs. Mantee Sookharee, Rector (2023)

“For the last 15 years, I have been involved in the Duke of Edinburgh Award. It has always been a unique experience for me to be involved with all participants in this adventurous journey.” - Mr. Harish Mohun, Physical Education Educator (2023) [10]

In November to December 2023, members of the club has travelled to Rodrigues Island for 4 days and 3 nights to complete their Final Adventurous Journey. Many participants, after this say that this journey changed their perspectives on their life and claim that they take things for granted in their usual and learnt to appreciate small things they receive in life.

From 05 April to 09 April 2024, the members have went to Pandit Dowlut Sharma Government School for their Gold Residential Project.

Annual activities organised by the Club:

Environment Club

The concept of ‘going green’ refers to the practice of environmentally friendly lifestyles which help preserve and sustain the environment.

In 08 December 2023, DRSC has attained the Silver Award for the Eco School Programme awarded by the Vice President of the Republic.

"We aim for the green flag next year (that is 2024)…" -Mrs Predita Gunput, Biology Educator (2023)

In 2024, the club has organised a competition namely, "Upcyle Challenge: Transform Trash Into Treasure" where individuals or groups of students has to make eye catching and innovative objects using items that we normally would not use. The aim of the competition is to contribute the Eco-School Programme and make DRSC an eco-friendly school.

Integrity Club

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The Integrity is the platform to take a stand and create a lasting impact in this world.

In this club, student will find a "safe haven" where their voice are heard, valued and amplified.

"I have spent countless months into reviving the school’s Integrity Club- an idea much sought after by the Rector. I have single-handedly come up with the clubs aims and objectives as well as managed the election process. Since this was an endeavour I had undertaken in my senior year of secondary school, I’m hoping the committee is competent enough to keep the club active and ensure it becomes a thriving organization that will continue to flourish even after my departure." -Urooj Sohawon, President of the Club (2023)

Interact Club (New 2024)

Music Club

Annual activities organised by the Club:

Science, Health & Wellness Club

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The DRSC Science Club is a very dynamic club where members are encouraged to ‘think outside the box’ and give free rein confidently to their creativity application of scientific principles.

Around March 2021, the Grade 13 Orchid students and the Physics Department have participated in the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council's "Building of Simplified Antenna for Satellite Data Reception" and have successfully developed an antenna to receive signals at DRSC. [11]

"We successfully detected a cyclone in Mozambique channel. From my Physics lab." -Mrs Rauma Imrit, Physics Educator (2021)

Annual activities organised by the Club:

Sports Club

Annual activities organised by the Club:

UNESCO Club

This club is currently inactive (2024)

Present (2024)

The current rector of the college is Mrs. Mantee Sookharee.

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  5. ↑ "National Certificate of Education: une académie, un centre de formation ou le même collège pour 14 298 élèves". lexpress.mu (in French). 2021-06-10. Retrieved 2023-10-28.
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  10. ↑ DRSC (2023-03-23). DRSC Newsletter Vol 1 Issue 1.
  11. ↑ Faleti, Joshua (2021-04-20). "MRIC Trains Students and Teachers on Building of Simplified Antenna for Satellite Data Reception". Space in Africa. Retrieved 2023-10-31.
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  2. HSC cuvée 2023 : deux lauréates pour le Droopnath Ramphul State College
  3. Teejistha Soojhawon première boursière de SAJ National Scholarship
  4. DRSC Newsletter Vol 1 Issue 1
  5. Lauréats cuvée 2020/21 : Nazeemah, seule lauréate du collège Droopnath Ramphul, se confie
  6. ‘Droopnath Ramphul’, the School of Life. Le Mauricien.
  7. Droopnath Ramphul State College wins the SEM Young Investor Award 2018
  8. Trois lauréates pour le Droopnath Ramphul State College
  9. Students who participated in the Robotics Competition
  10. COMMUNIQUE Award Ceremony of the FSC Young Talent Competition 2014
  11. Public Service Excellence Award : Le collège Droopnath Ramphul se distingue
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