ACE Enrichment Program

Events & Program Days

Real places. Real learning. Real impact. ACE program days take students beyond the classroom — into communities, along canals, and onto the longest day of the year.

108
Surya Namaskars For Reflection, Growth & Purpose — The Longest Day of the Year. A New Beginning.

Students, Parents, Educators & Community Members — Everyone is welcome!

Register Now →
Schedule

Morning of June 21

8:30 AM – 8:40 AM
Opening Reflection & Welcome to ACE
8:40 AM – 9:40 AM
108 Surya Namaskars
Led by Prof. Syam Chandra
9:40 AM – 10:10 AM
Knowledge Sharing Session
Leadership • Curiosity • Citizenship • Future Opportunities
10:10 AM – 10:30 AM
Refreshments & Networking
Connect • Share • Explore Future Opportunities
10:30 AM
Event Concludes
The significance

Why 108?

☀️

The average distance between the Earth and Sun is approximately 108 times the Sun’s diameter.

🌙

The average distance between the Earth and Moon is approximately 108 times the Moon’s diameter.

108 is considered a sacred number in many traditions and cultures across the world.

🧘

In yoga, 108 repetitions symbolize completeness, reflection, and renewal.

Not just a number — it’s a reminder of our connection to something greater than ourselves.
Featured Speaker & Mentor
SC
Prof. Syam Chandra
Educator • Mentor • University Preparation Counselor

International Group Director for IB Schools worldwide and schools across Canada, South Asia, and the Middle East with the Mathematical Association of America (MAA). An Accredited College Admissions Specialist (ACSA) and Certified College Counselor (ACA), and an Invited Fellow of the Canadian Parliament Teachers Institute.

Lead Editor of Transitions in Global Education. Published in The Hindu, Huffington Post, Indian Express, and Hindustan Times. Mentor in Olympiads, STEM enrichment, leadership, and university preparation.

IB Schools Director College Admissions Specialist (ACSA) Certified Counselor (ACA) Parliament Teachers Fellow STEM Mentor
Our Young Leaders

United by purpose. Driven by curiosity. Inspired to lead.

SJ
Shreyansh Jain
Founder & Lead, ACE Initiative

“Be Active. Be Curious. Be Engaged.”

SJ
Srishti Jain
Co-Lead & Coordinator, ACE Initiative

“One student. One community. One connection.”

Register for June 21 →
🗺️ Coming Summer 2026

ACE Program Day • Niagara Region

Explore the Welland Canal

📅
Date TBA — Summer 2026 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM • Full day
📍
Welland Canal, Niagara Region Port Colborne (Lake Erie) to Port Weller (Lake Ontario)
Full-Day Itinerary

8 Activities — 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

  • 1
    Drive the Full Length of the Canal

    Travel the length of the Welland Canal from Port Colborne on Lake Erie to Port Weller on Lake Ontario — seeing the entire system from end to end.

  • 2
    Hike the Canal Pathway & Follow a Ship

    Walk the paved pathway along the modern canal, tracking the progress of a ship through the lock system from Lock 7 to Lock 3.

  • 3
    Explore Transport History at the Museum

    Discover the river transport system from its earliest days to the present — historic routes, methods, and models at the Welland Canal Museum, Lock 3.

  • 4
    Discover the Engineering of the Locks

    Investigate the engineering principles that allow the lock system to work — raising and lowering ships between the two Great Lakes. Especially relevant for math and science students.

  • 5
    Discuss Global Trade & Canada–USA Relations

    Explore the significance of the Welland Canal for international trade and the broader Canada–USA relationship.

  • 6
    Research Group Project

    Working in teams, identify the significance of a specific ship currently in the lock system — its origin, cargo, and role in global supply chains.

  • 7
    Lunch at the Canal

    Share lunch together at a picnic location along the Welland Canal.

  • 8
    End-of-Day Quiz & Personal Insights

    Wrap up with a group quiz and a moment for each student to share their key takeaway from the day.

How it works

Each ACE program day combines four core elements:

🧭

Experiential Learning

Through site visits, outdoor exploration, and community engagement — not a classroom lecture.

🏃

Physical Activity

Movement that promotes wellness, active participation, and exploration of natural spaces.

💬

Guided Discussion & Reflection

Structured conversations to deepen understanding and build empathy with real-world themes.

🤝

Collaborative Projects

Team challenges that build critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Register Your Interest →

ahinsacharity@gmail.com