Extension activity by the Department of Mathematics at Karnataka Public School, Rajendranagar, Mysore

Report of Extension Activity

St. Philomena’s College (Autonomous), Mysore

Department of Mathematics

Title of the Activity

Mathematics Outreach Program for School Students

Organizing Department

UG Department of Mathematics
St. Philomena’s College (Autonomous), Mysore

Date and Time

Date: 09/02/2026
Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Venue

Karnataka Public School,
Rajendranagar, Mysore

Target Group

Students of 7th Standard,
Karnataka Public School, Rajendranagar, Mysore

Number of Student Volunteers

Final Year B.Sc. Mathematics students
St. Philomena’s College (Autonomous), Mysore

Objectives of the Extension Activity

The extension activity was conducted with the following objectives:

To create interest and enthusiasm for Mathematics among school students.
To strengthen the conceptual understanding of basic mathematical topics.
To help students relate mathematical concepts to real-life situations.
To encourage interactive and joyful learning through games and puzzles.
To develop communication skills, leadership qualities, and social responsibility among UG students.

8. Description of the Activity

The UG Department of Mathematics, St. Philomena’s College (Autonomous), Mysore organized an extension activity at Karnataka Public School, Rajendranagar, Mysore on 09th February 2026 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. A team of 19 final year B.Sc. Mathematics students actively participated in this outreach program under the guidance of the convenerShruthiMenezes.

Fig1: Student Addressing the Staff and the students

The main aim of the activity was to explain fundamental mathematical concepts in a simple and engaging manner to 7th standard students. The UG students used various charts, posters, and visual aids to explain concepts such as:

Polygons
Fractions
Surface Area
Area

Fig2: Student explaining the ideas of shapes, area

The concepts were presented in a student-friendly manner using examples from daily life to help school students understand better. The use of colorful charts and posters made the sessions visually attractive and helped in maintaining the attention of the students.

Fig3: Students conducting the game

In addition to the conceptual explanations, the UG students conducted several interactive games (Picto Graph, Mouse and Cheese) and puzzles to make learning mathematics enjoyable. Activities were designed to introduce and reinforce topics such as:

Sequences
Arithmetic Series
Vedic Mathematics techniques for multiplication of two-digit numbers

The Vedic Mathematics session, in particular, created a lot of curiosity and excitement among the students as they learned quick mental calculation techniques. The games and puzzles encouraged active participation, teamwork, and logical thinking among the school students.

The sessions were conducted in small groups to ensure better interaction and personalized attention. The UG students patiently clarified doubts, encouraged questions, and motivated the school students to attempt problem-solving on their own. The school students responded enthusiastically and participated actively throughout the session.

Fig4: Group Photo of College Staff and Students

Outcomes of the Activity

The 7th standard students gained a clearer understanding of basic mathematical concepts such as polygons, fractions, area, and surface area.
The interactive games and puzzles helped students overcome fear of Mathematics and improved their interest in the subject.
The students learned quick multiplication techniques using Vedic Mathematics, which enhanced their mental calculation skills.
The activity promoted joyful learning and increased confidence among school students in solving mathematical problems.
The UG student volunteers developed skills such as teamwork, leadership, communication, planning, and social responsibility.

Conclusion

The extension activity conducted by the UG Department of Mathematics, St. Philomena’s College (Autonomous), Mysore at Karnataka Public School, Rajendranagar, Mysore was a successful and meaningful outreach initiative. The program effectively enhanced the mathematical understanding of 7th standard students through innovative teaching methods, visual aids, and interactive learning activities. The activity also provided valuable experiential learning opportunities for the UG student volunteers and strengthened the institution’s commitment to community engagement and social responsibility.

Documentation by: Neethu C J

Faculty In-charge: Alvin George Authorized by: Head of the Department

Shruthi Menezes

Date: 10-02-2026

Place: Mysore