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.