CBSE : Inviting articles and cover design for CENBOSEC (January-June 2026)
CBSE/ACAD/AP&AD(PD)/2026
Date: 29 June, 2026
Circular No: Acad-44/2026
All the Heads of Schools affiliated to CBSE
Subject: Inviting articles and cover design for CENBOSEC (January-June 2026) – reg.
Dear Principal,
CENBOSEC, CBSE’s biannual e-magazine, serves as a valuable platform for sharing innovative pedagogical practices, school initiatives, and success stories from across the CBSE affiliated schools. The e-magazine also highlights efforts undertaken by schools in alignment with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE) 2023.
In today’s rapidly changing world, schools play a crucial role in creating awareness, preparedness, and resilience among students and communities to face emergencies and disasters effectively. Recognizing the importance of safety education and preparedness, the theme for the CENBOSEC biannual Edition (January-June 2026) is:
“Resilient Schools, Safe Futures: Disaster Management in Action”
This edition aims to showcase innovative and practical initiatives undertaken by schools to promote disaster preparedness, risk reduction, safety awareness, and emergency response mechanisms. Schools are encouraged to share their actual practices, activities, and success stories demonstrating how disaster management has been integrated into school culture and student learning.
Schools are requested to submit articles and cover design entries for the forthcoming issue of CENBOSEC on or before 30th July 2026.
Sub-Themes:
- 1. Climate Change, Disaster Preparedness and Safety Drills in Schools
- 2. Community Participation, Health Emergencies and Psychological Well-being
- 3. Innovation and Technology for Disaster Risk Reduction
- 4. Integrating Disaster Management into Classroom Teaching
Activity A: Entries Invited from Educators: Principals and teachers are invited to send their ‘original articles’ in Hindi or English on any of the sub-themes given above for the forthcoming issue of CENBOSEC, using the Google form link https://forms.gle/BUZtywbEASUiuW3c6. A committee of experts will select the best articles for publication in this issue. The decision of the committee will be final.
Schools may choose to explore any one of the following sub-themes and submit the entries highlighting innovative and action-oriented practices undertaken by the school. A few suggestive activities based on the sub-theme are given for reference:
Sub-Themes
1. Climate Change, Disaster Preparedness and Safety Drills in Schools
(Suggested activities)
- Conduct of earthquake, fire, flood, or evacuation mock drills
- Development and implementation of School Disaster Management Plans
- Student safety committees and emergency response teams
- Heat action plans and awareness campaign
- Water conservation and flood preparedness initiatives
- Activities addressing climate-related disasters and environmental sustainability
2. Community Participation, Health Emergencies and Psychological Well-being
(Suggested activities)
- Preparedness during pandemics and health-related emergencies
- Awareness programmes on hygiene, sanitation, and first aid
- Counselling and emotional support initiatives during crisis situations
- Collaboration with NDRF/SDRF, fire departments, hospitals, or local authorities and Training students in first aid, emergency communication, rescue techniques, and basic survival skills
- Community awareness campaigns led by students
- Relief, rehabilitation, or recovery support initiatives undertaken by schools
3. Innovation and Technology for Disaster Risk Reduction
(Suggested activities)
- Use of digital tools/apps for emergency preparedness
- Student projects/models on disaster mitigation
- Student-led research projects on local disasters and community preparedness
- Integration of technology in safety awareness and communication systems
4. Integrating Disaster Management into Classroom Teaching
(Suggested activities)
- Classroom activities linking disaster management with Science, Social Science, Geography, Languages, and Art Education
- Experiential learning projects on earthquakes, floods, cyclones, droughts, and climate change
- Preparation of student portfolios, models, posters, and awareness materials on disaster preparedness
- School exhibitions, surveys, mapping activities, and field visits related to disaster risk reduction
- Role play, storytelling, debates, and simulations on emergency response and resilience
- Use of art-integrated learning to promote safety and resilience education
The articles may include:
- Case studies of activities conducted in schools
- Reports of mock drills, campaigns, projects, or awareness programmes
- Innovative classroom or community-based practices
- Student-led initiatives related to disaster preparedness and safety
- Use of technology and local resources for disaster risk reduction
Important Note:
Submissions must focus on actual activities and strategies implemented by schools. Articles should clearly describe the initiatives undertaken, participation of students/teachers/community, outcomes achieved, and key learnings. General guidelines, theoretical descriptions, or AI- generated content without evidence of implementation will not be considered for publication. Originality and authenticity of entries are essential.
Activity B: Cover Design Competition: Students are invited to submit ‘original cover design’ artwork aligned with the theme “Resilient Schools, Safe Futures: Disaster Management in Action”, using the Google form link https://forms.gle/TNHFAiqxVFWqhT697. Selected artwork may be featured on the cover page of the CENBOSEC Edition (January-June 2026).
The guidelines for submission of articles and cover design is attached at Annexure 1.
You are requested to disseminate the above information among all the stakeholders and encourage them to ensure their maximum participation in submitting the articles and cover designs.
Important Information:
- The last date to submit the Articles and Cover Design is 30th July 2026.
- For queries, please contact:
Phone No.: 011-24050618
Email: [email protected]
With best wishes!
(Dr. Praggya M. Singh)
Professor and Director (Academics)
Copy to the respective Heads of Directorates, Organizations and Institutions with a request to disseminate the information to all the schools under their jurisdiction:
1. The Commissioner, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, 18 Institutional Area, Shaheed Jeet Singh Marg, New Delhi-16
2. The Commissioner, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, B-15, Sector-62, Institutional Area, Noida-201309
3. The Secretary, Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India.
4. The Secretary, Sainik Schools Society, Room No. 101, D-1 Wing, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi- 110001
5. The Chairman, Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan, N-1/9, Near Doordarshan Kendra, PO Sainik School Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odisha-751005
6. The Director of Education, Directorate of Education, Govt. of NCT of Delhi, Old Secretariat, Delhi-110 054
7. The Director of Public Instructions (Schools), Union Territory Secretariat, Sector 9, Chandigarh-160017
8. The Director of Education, Govt. of Sikkim, Gangtok, Sikkim –737101
9. The Director of School Education, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar –791 111
10. The Director of Education, Govt. of A&N Islands, Port Blair – 744101
11. The Director of School Education, Ladakh, Room No.101-102, Ground Floor, Council Secretariat, Kurbathang, Kargil – Ladakh
12. The Director of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, 3rd Floor, B block, Anjaneya Towers, VTPS Rd, Bhimaraju Gutta, Ibrahimpatnam, Andhra Pradesh – 521 456
13. The Director, Jharkhand Education Project Council, Ranchi, Jharkhand
14. The Director, Sambhota Tibetan Schools Society (STSS), Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), Dharamshala, HP
15. The Additional Director General of Army Education, A –Wing, Sena Bhawan, DHQ, PO, New Delhi-110001
16. The Secretary AWES, Integrated Headquarters of MoD (Army), FDRC Building No. 202, Shankar Vihar (Near APS), Delhi Cantt-110010
17. The Director, Navy Education Society, Directorate of Naval Education, Naval Headquarters, Ministry of Defence, West Block-V, RK Puram, Delhi – 110066
18. DS to Chairperson, CBSE
19. Secretary/ Controller of Examinations/ All Directors, CBSE
20. All Regional Directors/ Regional Officers of CBSE with the request to send this circular to all the Heads of the affiliated schools of the Board in their respective regions
21. All Joint Secretary/ Deputy Secretary/ Under Secretary/ Assistant Secretary, CBSE
22. All Head(s)/ In-Charge(s), Centre of Excellence, CBSE
23. In charge IT Unit with the request to put this Circular on the CBSE Academic Website
24. In-Charge, Library
25. Record File
Professor and Director (Academics)
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