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Chennai, July 7, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to nurturing future-ready leaders beyond the classroom, Casagrand International School successfully hosted its 1st Edition of Casagrand Model United Nations (CMUN) 2026, bringing together over 200 student delegates from leading schools across Chennai. The conference culminated in a grand valedictory ceremony, where exceptional participants were honoured with awards for their outstanding performance in diplomacy, leadership, public speaking, negotiation, and critical thinking. The recognition celebrated students who demonstrated exceptional ability to articulate ideas, build consensus, and approach challenges with confidence and maturity.
Throughout the conference, delegates deliberated on some of the world’s most pressing issues across multiple committees. Students from leading schools, representing over 30 countries engaged in an insightful discussion on global issues, proposing solutions centered on Global Cooperation, Sustainable development and International Peace. Meanwhile, delegates from different schools debated around various committee agendas, highlighting the importance of multilateral cooperation, Informed Policymaking and Collective responsibility. These discussions challenged participants to think critically, negotiate diplomatically, and collaborate towards consensus.
Designed as an immersive simulation of the United Nations, CMUN 2026 provided students with a platform to debate contemporary global issues, negotiate resolutions, and collaborate with peers while developing essential 21st-century skills. Over the course of the conference, delegates represented nations across multiple committees, engaging in thoughtful discussions that encouraged analytical thinking, consensus-building, and global awareness.
Commenting on the occasion, Ms. Dorothy Thomas, Correspondent, Casagrand International School, said: “At Casagrand International School, we believe education must prepare students not only for examinations but for life. CMUN is an important extension of our vision to nurture confident communicators, empathetic leaders, and globally aware citizens. It is heartening to witness students engage in meaningful dialogue, think critically, respect diverse perspectives, and collaborate to solve real-world challenges. These are the qualities that will define the leaders of tomorrow.”
The Guest of Honour for the day was Quiz Master Abhishek Bharathkumar. Popularly known as Quizmaster AB, he has hosted over 325 live shows and 300 online events. Through his unique blend of knowledge, humour, and interactive address, he created memorable experiences for the participants and dignitaries alike. He also quizzed the audience on some really interesting topics that kept them enthralled for the entire duration of his address.
Beyond competition, CMUN 2026 reflected Casagrand International School’s philosophy of experiential learning by creating opportunities for students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. The conference encouraged participants to develop communication skills emotional intelligence, collaboration, and leadership qualities that are increasingly vital in an interconnected global landscape.
Through initiatives such as CMUN, the school continues to redefine holistic education by equipping students with the skills, mindset, and confidence required to become responsible global citizens and changemakers.
About Casagrand International School:
Casagrand International School offers your child an amiable environment that nurtures the child’s potential and expands the child’s thinking, thereby making them happy and confident individuals who are ready for the future. We provide holistic growth for your child ensuring that the primary focus is placed on developing their Life Skills as well as providing Academic Excellence. Our curriculum and teaching methodology comprises strong values, rooted culture, academic learning and growth, ample extracurricular exposure and number of sports activities/games. In a world where education is primarily focused on memorization, academic grades, and a means for admissions into top colleges, we offer age appropriate modules with focus on imparting 21st century Life Skills aimed at developing emotionally well-balanced children with strong leadership skills with a global outlook. The school’s pedagogy is based on activities, experiences, integration of Life Skills with the academic curriculum and connecting the learnings to real-life situations, so that the child learns to apply the skills/learnings/knowledge in his/her life. We give your child a world to Learn, Explore and Grow Happily!
