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Uttara Model Town,

Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh

E-mail: info@dpsstsdhaka.org

Telephone: +88-02- 8922963, 8922941,

8911946, 7911089

Fax: (88 02) 8922970

ACADEMICS

EXAMS

First Terminal Exams commenced from the 31st of October for Grades 3 – 9 students.

Our First Batch of A Level students- University admission information

A-Level 1st Batch 2014 University

Sl Name

1 ARMAN HABIB CHOWDHURY Macquarie University Sydney, AUS

2 Junikku Hewage Shanil Koshitha Saint Mary's University, CA

3 S. M. Toki Tahmid University of South Florida, USA

4 Safwan Ull Karim University of Adelaide, AUS

5 Sifat-E-Arman Macquarie University Sydney, AUS

6 SYEDA TASNIM HASSAN Brac University, Bangladesh

7 Tahmid Rahman Carleton University, CA

8 TAHMINA TABASSUM Monash University in Malaysia

9 Usman Amin Liyakat National Medical College, Pak

JUNIOR CLIMATE CHAMPIONSHIP 2014

Aitijhiya Pal from Grade-7C participated and achieved 1st position in the Dhaka Division in Extempore Speech in the Junior Climate Champions, 2014 and will participate in National round on 21st November. This event was organized by the Daily Star and HSBC and it was held on Friday 26th Sept 2014 at Dhaka Residential Model School and College. 42 students of DPS STS School participated. Congratulations, Aitijhiya!

CORRIGENDUM

Maheer Ashhab Naveen of Grade 4A, was awarded prizes and certificates for achieving

the highest marks in Mathematics, Computer Studies and Value Education at the Annual

Prize Giving Ceremony.

We regret that this was missed out in the special issue Prize Giving supplement of the

Newsletter.

EDITORS

1stEmerald (209 points)

2nd Topaz (200 points)

3rdSapphire (190 points)

4th Ruby (190 points)

REPORT ON INTER- HOUSE SCIENCE SOFT-BOARD COMPETITION

The Inter House Science Soft Board Competition (Grades 5-9) was held on 18th of October. Different themes were given to

different grades:

Grade 5 Ecosystems

Grade 6 Renewable and Sustainable Energy

Grade 7 Food Safety

Grade 8 Antioxidants and Free Radicals

Grade 9 Dhaka City Planning

Students of each house had to create colourful and informative charts on the chosen science related theme and display

them on the soft-boards in their classrooms.

The overall results are:

WORKSHOPS AND MEETINGS

PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATE PRESENTATIONS

The Vice Principal spoke on effective speaking and its methodologies with the students of Grade 9 – 11 on the 21st of

October. She gave practical tips to students on effective speech delivery. Students enjoyed the session and put what they

learned into the practice the week after during the Debate Club after school. All teachers of the English department were

present at the session.

TRAINING AT CGS

From DPS STS School Dhaka the following teachers attended the Introductory Professional Development Courses on Friday

17th and Saturday 18th October 2014 at Chittagong Grammar School Dhaka, Gulshan.

Cambridge AS & A Level Economics

1. Shegufta Hasan Khan

2. Saqueeb Hossain

Cambridge O Level Mathematics

1. Ayesha NondiniKhaton

2. AfrozaHaque Chowdhury

Cambridge O Level Physics 1. KhajaNesar Iqbal Ahmed

2. TanveerRezwan

SEMINAR OF MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITIES

On 21st of October, representatives of DK Manipal International University and Swinburne University from Malaysia came to

hold a seminar about studying in universities of Malaysia. The programme was organized in the Main Hall of DPS STS School

by Tarana Majid Ahmed - Students Counselor and Head of Commerce. There were discussions on different issues on the

merits of studying in the above universities and in Malaysia as a whole. There was information on different paths of study

including game development. The students found the session interesting and helpful.

AAMRA OPEN HOUSE 2014

On the 28th of October, Mr. Mostafizur – IT Manager, attended a session on Data Protection Made Simple Using ARCserve

UDP, at the Lake Shore Hotel, Gulshan.

MEETINGS

Principal and Vice Principal had a meeting with all Pre Primary Teachers on Sunday 12th Oct 2014 in the Main Hall.

Principal and Vice Principal had meetings with students of Grades-6A, 6C, 6D, 7A, 7C, 7D, 8A, 8B, 8C starting from

13th to 25th October, to discuss their academic progress and other issues.

On 21st Oct 2014 Principal, Vice Principal and Mr. Tapash (Maths Faculty) had a meeting with the entire Grade-12

students to discuss their preparation for the Board Exam.

STAGGERED PTM’s were held on Wednesday 22nd, Thursday 23rd and Saturday, 25th October for Grades 1 to 4.

Parents were pleased to discuss the progress of their wards with the teachers before the First Terminal Exams.

STAGGERED PTM’s were held on Wednesday 25th, Thursday 27th and Saturday, 29th October for Grades 5 to 9.

Parents and teachers discussed the students’ progress and how they can work together to improve the students’

educational experience.

Mr. Richard Tangye, CEO of STS Educational Group had a meeting with Principal and Vice Principal on Tuesday 28th

and Wednesday 29th October 2014 at DPS STS School. On 29th Oct Mr. Richard Tangye did some class observations

in the morning.

PRE- PRIMARY ACTIVITIES

OCTOBER FUN!

The children of Playgroup and Nursery had a fun-filled month of October! For the theme of Blue, the little learners of Play Group had an exciting event with blue-water. The Playgroup children also had an outdoor activity where they had a wonderful time making apple salad. The children of Nursery brought Doughnuts for a snack, on a Thursday and on another week, they brought two slices of bread, a slice of cheese to make square sandwiches on their own! Besides these, they had an outdoor activity on the theme of Square shape, where they had to find and step on squares only. Children have enjoyed the month thoroughly.

GRANDPARENTS’ DAY

KG and Pre-KG celebrated Grandparents’ Day on 16th October, at the School Auditorium.

All the grandparents were invited to attend the programme. The children entertained the guests with songs, dances, recital of poems and speeches to mark this special occasion. The school authority arranged some refreshments for the guests and this gesture was appreciated by all. Later, they went to their respective grandchildren’s classes to spend some time with them. Few grandparents shared their memorable stories and experiences with us all, commenting on the improved facilities the children are receiving at DPS STS School.

The children of KG prepared sandwiches, badges, spectacle strings and cards and awarded their grandparents with “The Greatest Grandparents” certificate! Whereas, the children of Pre-KG presented special badges and grandparents' day cards to their grandparents and engaged their grandparents in craft work!

The grandparents were excited and touched to be a part of this event and appreciated the effort of everyone.

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

EID UL AZHA CELEBRATION (Primary) On the 16th of October, students from Grades 1 – 5 celebrated Eid-ul- Azha at the School Auditorium. Students gathered to

enjoy this festive celebration. It began with the recitation of the Surah- Fatiha by Khurshid Adyan of Grade-5. He also gave a

short speech on the significance of Eid-ul-Azha. Then students of Grade 4 and 5 performed a melodious song “Eid Mubarak”.

After this beautiful song the Grade 3 students performed an energetic dance that was very enjoyable. Students enjoyed the

performance. The celebration concluded by singing the National Anthem. It was a wonderful performance by the students.

EID-UL-ADHA SPECIAL ASSEMBLY (Seniors)

On the 19th of October, a Special Assembly was held at the School’s

Auditorium commemorating the recent Eid- Ul- Azha. Designated

students anchored the program in both Bangla and English and also shed

light on the history of Eid and its festivities. Following the history of Eid,

students of Grade 5 sang the song, “ Chaader Paakhi Chore” dedicated

to the Glory of Eid. Students of Grade 7 then performed a wonderful

dance to the traditional Bangla song, “Shukno Pata.” The assembly was

concluded with the National Anthem and students returned to their

classes. The Vice Principal graced this event with her presence.

TESTIMONIAL

“The Little Haji”

Recently, a student of Grade 6 went for Hajj which is an annual Islamic Pilgrimage to the Holy City of Makkah. This is

obligatory for all Muslims which must be carried out at least once in their lifetime as it is one of the vital parts of the five

pillars of Islam. Ata Ullah Adnan shows his appreciation to the Almighty for being able to visit the great Ka’ba and also to

Principal Sir for permitting his leave. He is also thankful to his teachers for inspiration and his classmates for their

encouragement.

By ATA ULLAH ADNAN GRADE 6

EDUCATIONAL TRIPS

Our Trip to BRAC School byKashmery Hossain Grade 7A

I would like to thank our Principal and Vice Principal for arranging a socially useful and productive work for us. I would also

like to thank the designated teachers Ms. Shubarna and Ms. Shanjida for giving us this great opportunity to take active part

in this programme.

This programme began with the houses at school. The house masters of the respective houses asked for donation of clothes

for the underprivileged children and the house captains rushed in organizing and gathering these clothes together from the

students. After these clothes had been piled up and packed together, one student from each class was asked to accompany

the teachers to BRAC School to donate to charity and spend quality time with the underprivileged students.

The school was situated on the bank of a lake and in front of it was a tin-shed house entitled ‘BRAC SCHOOL’. We opened

our shoes and went inside. We greeted the students and teachers. Some of us talked about the Ebola virus – its prevention,

symptoms, keeping ourselves clean, how to protect ourselves from fire, etc. They also talked about themselves, their aims,

then they sang a song, we clapped together and then they danced.

Something which moved us, especially me was that, even though they had this very small room as their classroom,

everything was so clean and neatly arranged! They couldn’t afford a fan but their soft board (which was made from hanging

clothes and pinning pictures on them) showed how creative and talented they were. Each and every one of them was so

spontaneous and smart.

Then it was the time for distributing. We distributed clothes and came back to school at 1:00. Honestly, it was a very

important time for me.

SPORTS

SUNBEAMS SUPER CUP FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

On the 23rd and 24th of October the Sunbeams Super Cup Football Tournament was held at the Sunbeams School in Dhaka. DPS STS School Football team competed with four different schools and the following was the result:

Semi final Match: DPS STS School - 0, Ebenezer School - 0

Final Match: DPS STS School - 0, Sunbeams School – 1, DPS STS School was Runner Up

SHEIKH RUSSELL CHESS COMPETITION

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina distributed prizes to the winners of

Chess, Art and Cultural Competitions and the merit scholars of S.S.C.

Examination at the Bangabandhu International Conference Centre on

October 22, 2014. The Programme was orgainised by the Sheikh

Russell National Children and Youth Council. Rumaysa Hasnat of

Grade 4, DPS STS School received her prize from the Prime Minister of

Bangladesh as the Runner-up of Grade1-5 category.

IN THE WORLD OF CHESS

The 2nd Division Chess League 2014 for Boys and Girls, was held from 14th to 21st October, at the Bangladesh Chess Federation, Purana Polton, Dhaka. Seven of our students were selected to participate in the Tournament where Grade 6A student Nova Tasha’s game with an international player ended in a draw. The DPS STS Chess Team scored a total of 5 points.

Nova Tasha students of Grade 6A was invited to participate in Asian Youth Chess Championship 2014, which is going to be held from 6th to 14th November, in New Delhi, India under the categories for Open Chess Competition under 14.

Three students, Nova Tasha, Tiva Tasha-6A and Rameen Ahmed-4D, from DPS STS School have been selected to participate in World Youth Under-16 Chess Olympiad 2014 which will be held in Gyor, Hungary from 12th to 22nd December 2014.

STOP THE PRESS!

Nova Tasha of Grade 6A left for New Delhi, India, on the 5th of November, to participate in the

Asian Youth Chess Championship 2014. We wish him all the best!