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Journeying Together December 2019 Vol. 38
In this Issue:
Events Beyond the Classroom Global Citizenship
Special Assemblies Empowering the Educator Junior Campus Events
Awards and Accolades Students’ Corner Teachers’ Corner
Annual Sports Meet 2019-20
The Sports Meet of 2019 was a fun and exhilarating event. The chief guest, Mr. Neville
Bilimoria, a rowing champion, hoisted the school flag and received the salute from the 4
contingents and the student leaders. This was followed by yoga demonstration, vibrant drills and
synergetic human pyramids. Next were the athletic events, which included track events, shot put
and long jump. Everyone was cheering with enthusiasm for their house and displayed immense
spirit, determination and sportsmanship. After the final tally Agni stood first on the scoreboard
followed by Akash, Prithvi and Vayu.
- Gitanjali Naveen, grade IX
Events
Fearless Adventurers
The 11th graders left for Coonoor, taking a much-needed break from their academic schedule.
Though a short trip, everyone had lots of enjoyable moments and learned more than they ever
had on an excursion. Complete with a panoramic background and clouds rolling in on all sides,
it was an engaging experience that everyone enjoyed. The teachers, the camp staff and the
students that came along made this trip unforgettable.
- Amrutha Nathan, grade XI
Beyond the Classroom
The students who were part of the Solve Boot Camp went through a training session on using the
Solve Ninja Arduino Kit effectively. The training was conducted by facilitators from Reap Benefit
in the Solver Space. The children learnt the basics of Arduino programming and sensors.
The session also enabled the students to build solutions using technology to solve
problems. The main objective of the training session was to effectively utilize the solver space
to build prototypes that can be implemented in the school.
Global Citizenship
‘Solver Space comes alive’
Women for Women
Fundraiser for a good cause: Few students of class XI initiated their GC project. The group is
working towards creating awareness on menstrual hygiene in a government aided school.
Why do you waste food?
Grade 6 students stationed themselves in the
dining hall during snack and lunch and
interviewed students and teachers. They
collected data to study the actual reason for
food wastage.
Merry Christmas
The students of class III began their assembly with a Christmas story narration through songs, PPT
and role play. This was followed by a PPT presentation on how the festival is celebrated around the
world. The event was concluded on a high note with a final dance number that bound everyone in
the spirit of Christmas.
Special Assemblies
Pournami and Energy Conservation Day
Class VII Manickam conveyed their assembly theme ‘Pournami’ through a beautiful shadow
puppet conversation between Ganesha and Chandra. They also presented a skit and poem about
Energy Conservation. The assembly concluded on a positive note as the students took oath to
conserve energy.
Christmas & Marghazhi
Students of class VIII Pavazham showcased a brilliant fusion of Christmas and Marghazhi through
PPT, dance and skit.
The Junior campus teachers presented glimpses of the ‘Montessori’ method of teaching to
the senior campus teachers. It was a great peer learning for all.
Empowering the Educator
Coffee Meet
Coffee meets are wonderful opportunities for parents to understand and align with the
vision and direction of the school and interact with the leadership team. The agenda for this
meet was to discuss the general aspects of the school.
Saying Hello to our Neighbourhood Friend
The students of PP2 went on a friendly neighbourhood house visit and had a lovely time together.
Junior Campus Events
Exploring through Activities
Every moment is a eureka moment for them when they explore and find things out all by
themselves.
The students at the junior campus painted the town red during the Christmas celebrations.
They decorated the Christmas tree and sang carols with full enthusiasm.
Ho-ho-ho!
Awards and Accolades
International Space Science Conference, 2019
Mekala and Saketh of class X were part of 'Best Performers' of ‘Go 4 Guru' essay writing competition.
A waiver of Rs.25,000/- against overall NASA trip as their prize, gave them an opportunity to visit
NASA, Kennedy Space Centre. On the final day at NASA, the best performers shortlisted earlier were
requested to write an essay on the spot. Saketh won the 'Kalpana Chawla Award' and Mekala received
the 'Space Explorer award' for the same.
It was a wonderful trip and the students were able to experience so many aspects that they had read
only in books, newspapers and Internet. They also experienced various activities such as the interactive
space shuttle take-off simulator, tour of launch pads and got an opportunity to interact with NASA
Astronaut Dr. Winston E Scott.
- T G Saketh, grade X
In spite of pouring rain, the Chairman of IGBC, Chennai Chapter, Padmashri CN Raghavendran,
along with Ms. Komal Daal from United Way Delhi and Mr.Jayaraj and Mr. Rajaraman from
Carrier visited our school for a short ceremony of handing over the cheque and discussing
the implementation of ideas.
Following a small presentation of the ideas, Mr. C N Raghavendran gave an insightful speech about
the beginning of IGBC and the importance of young minds in shaping a greener future. He liked the
simplicity of our ideas and also stressed on the importance of young minds working towards
sustainable development. We will now work on implementing our ideas with the prize money
and getting a platinum rating for our school.
A Step towards Greener Future
Students’ Corner
Young Author
Writing has always been the best form of creative expression for me. While my first book,
‘9 Chocolatey Bites’, was a collection of short stories, Dancing Kites is an anthology of poems.
To me, poems are the freestyle of the writing world, with no rigid rules or any such barriers. Poetry
is my favourite writing style not because there are no rules but because poems are so easy to
connect to as they are simply thoughts on paper with no convoluted layers or twists. This is why
‘Dancing Kites’ is a special book for me, because I want readers to be able to relate and connect to
each and every poem in the book and know that they are not alone. The book launch happened in
Bangalore on the 21st of November in the presence of many esteemed guests. I am so happy and
excited to be able to share ‘Dancing Kites’ with the rest of the world.
- Ananya Vijay Ganesh, grade IX
My Squash Journey so far...
I started playing squash from February 2019. At the beginning, I learned the basics of the game.
Since I was progressing well, my coach moved me to the senior batch. I was very happy and enjoyed
playing with the older boys and girls. Slowly, I was allowed to play tournaments. Every time I play,
my coach and parents encourage me to give my best and not to worry about winning or losing. My
coach advises me to eat a banana and peanuts everyday for energy. I hope to play more, enjoy the
sport and correct my small mistakes like holding my racquet outward and holding the grip tight.
I hope I would be a professional squash player one day. So far, I have played tournaments
in Kolkata, Secunderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai.
- Aryaan P, grade II
Dear Reindeers,
Why have you been so mean to Rudolph? Why could you not have been good in the first place?
Now you are not going to get any presents from Santa and you are going to be on his naughty
list. I don't think Santa's going to let you ride his sleigh tonight and I hope Rudolph is ok.
If I were Rudolph and those reindeers troubled me, I would have told their principal.
If I were Rudolph, I would have removed the red nose and put a black nose.
Moral of the story: We should not tease others.
- Vihaan Badrinarayanan, grade II
Tiga and Eley
In a jungle in Asia lived an innocent and kind tigress, Tiga. One day when Tiga was walking
through the jungle, suddenly an elephant came out. ‘Hi’ said Tiga, ‘Hello’ replied the elephant.
‘What is your name?’ asked Tiga. ‘Eley’, replied the elephant! So Eley and Tiga went, went,
went for a long walk together. It was eight o'clock at night and Eley and Tiga were tired. ‘I can't
walk’ said Tiga. Finally they reached a place where they got something to eat. Eley and Tiga ate,
ate, ate to their heart’s content. They said goodbye to each other after their dinner time and are
best friends till date.
- Tejashri Sinha, grade II
Woman’s Work
I do the household chores,
And run to the stores.
I have to tend to the tots,
And feed them on dot.
I have to think a lot,
To keep their gadgets apart.
I have a pet to feed,
And leaves to weed.
I have to cook delicious food,
For others to be in a good mood.
Keeping the house sparkling clean,
No time for me to lean.
- J Jeyanaithik, grade IV
Traditional Games
The old types of games have
different different names
Gillidanda, Nondi, Lagori.
Cricket, hopscotch, 7 stones today we see.
These games originated long ago
from old times and more to go.
Pallanguzhi today we play
Oh! these games started long ago we say.
These games started by India
and now has stretched to full Asia.
In an old game tradition is found,
and they keep us forever bound!
- Kia Kataria, grade IV
My Journey
When I was walking down the long black road,
I looked down and I saw a big fat toad.
I said ‘hello’ and the toad said ‘Hi’
But I had to go so I said Goodbye.
As I continued my journey, I saw a hen
Then I counted the chicks which were ten
Next, I saw a water snake
That was swimming in a nearby lake.
Then I saw a furry cat,
That was sitting on a small, blue mat.
Finally, it was time for me to go back home
After having a beautiful roam.
- Neha Kothari, grade III
Making Memories
Photographs to me are fleeting moments eternally frozen in the framework of time. Admittedly,
I do feel a tinge of nostalgia when I look at my childhood photos. Nevertheless, it is not all about
going back to the past and turning to mush when memories hit you. They help us connect the
dots-trace our journey of evolution from the cocoon of protected childhood to the vicissitudes of
adulthood. They serve to remind us of how our experiences as a child have added up to help us
become the person we are now. Moreover, so it is always good to preserve your memories,
especially the happy ones.
It was only recently that my love for the lens became a serious commitment . It happened
during a photography workshop. During the course of the workshop, I was constantly reminded
of what drew me to photography in the first place and how it has always been an indispensable
part of my being. Most importantly , I had a moment of epiphany when I realized this is what
I would love to do given the luxury of time and the means to its fulfillment – travel the world,
clicking pictures , capturing beauty, freezing time and most importantly, making memories!
- Soumya Siddegowda, grade II Tulsi
Homeroom Facilitator
Teachers’ Corner
Teacher Editors - Ms. Hemamalini Sivakumar, Ms. Deepali and Ms. Meenakshi
Student Editors - Ms. Nivedita Naveen and Ms. Ananya Vijay Ganesh
Design and Technical Support - Ms. Preethi E
Photography - Mr. Ganesan and Mr. Sugumar
In January…
Outbound Trip for Classes VI & VII
Pongal Holidays - 14th January to 19th January
Republic Day - 26th January
CA/SA– Please refer to our website for dates of examinations.