News & Events
The week marked the beginning of unit tests at school, with everyone studying hard and putting in their best efforts. In addition to the academic focus, preparations for Independence Day are in full swing. Students are diligently rehearsing for their performances, and the school is abuzz with dance practices and march drills. The patriotic spirit is strong as we eagerly anticipate the celebration of Independence Day.
Mukhyamantri Vriksharopan Campaign
In a vibrant display of love for our environment, our students participated in the Mukhyamantri Vriksharopan Campaign, a state-wide initiative to plant 70 million trees this year and 500 million trees in the next 5 years. This initiative is focused on promoting ecological awareness and enhancing green cover. This event led everyone to make a collective effort to contribute to a verdant future. This week, the students, teachers, and support staff came together to show why our school is green. In total 100 Saplings were planted and are taken care of.
Pre-Primary Section - Special Assembly
On August 10, 2024, the Pre-Primary Section held a Special Assembly where students enthusiastically sang and danced to patriotic songs. The UKG Students were engaged in phonics reading and storytelling, presenting the story "The Lioness and the Mouse." The students also performed a skit to teach about good and bad touch. The Assembly was a vibrant and educational experience, showcasing the children’s talents and imparting important lessons.
Flag Making Activity
On 10th August 2024, a special Flag Making Activity was organized for Classes II and III students as part of our Independence Day Celebrations. The event aimed to instill patriotism and creativity among the young learners. Armed with A4-sized white paper, sketch pens, crayons, and pencil colors, the students enthusiastically participated, creating beautiful representations of our National Flag. The activity not only nurtured their artistic skills but also deepened their love for the country. It was a day filled with creativity, learning, and national pride.
Human Connection in a Gadget-Driven World
Technology has greatly changed our lives. From morning to night, we rarely go without gadgets in our hands, whether it's a mobile phone, computer, iPod, or tablet. These modern devices are so central to our daily routines that imagining life without them seems almost impossible. Our mobile phones have become like personal assistants, storing important contact numbers and other information. People often have headphones in their ears, connected to iPods, making them unaware of their surroundings.
While modern gadgets help us connect virtually, they have also led to greater isolation. The time we once spent with family and friends has been replaced by WhatsApp messages and Facebook updates. If we returned to a time without these contraptions, we might discover ourselves reconnecting more profoundly with those around us. Messages and emails convey words but can't fully express the emotions behind them. A life without modern gadgets might allow for more genuine human connections, focusing on building real relationships rather than just increasing our number of online friends. It would be a life filled with sensitivity and love.
Rishi Raj / VIII
Embracing Failure
Failure is a fundamental aspect of growth and development that significantly shapes our lives. It forces us to confront our limitations, reflect on our decisions, and learn from our mistakes. This process of self-assessment helps us develop new skills and enhance existing ones, fostering personal and professional growth. Failure also builds resilience, teaching us to persevere through adversity and approach future challenges with greater determination. Moreover, it encourages creative problem-solving and innovation, as setbacks often prompt us to think outside the box and explore alternative solutions. By viewing failure as a valuable learning experience, we can turn obstacles into opportunities for growth and ultimately achieve greater success.
Kaushlendra Kushwaha / VIII
Apelpisía
During my research project on tech accessibility, I came upon a harsh truth about Indian society. In our research, we found that many Indian corporations showed complete neglect when it came to making their apps and websites accessible to persons with disabilities. Further investigation led us to believe that this was primarily due to entrenched stereotypical beliefs and norms within Indian tech companies. Most companies did not even recognize the need to make their products user-friendly for everyone, believing that accessibility guidelines set by the government were only meant for government websites to follow.
This neglect by corporations has resulted in an untapped market with significant revenue generation potential. It's troubling to think that, due to outdated stereotypes, a significant demographic is unable to live their daily lives with dignity. It’s agonizing to struggle because of someone else’s negligence; it reminds me of Kafka's *Metamorphosis*. Organizations that demonstrate such a level of neglect should have special fiscal austerity measures levied against them.
Anshuman Singh / XII
मेहनत
बहुत मेहनत लगती है
ईंट पर ईंट चढ़ाने में ,
पंछी को घोंसला बनाने में।
बहुत मेहनत लगती है
गरीब को अपनी बेटी पढ़ाने में,
किसी को अपने शब्द समझाने में।
बहुत मेहनत लगती है
दो जून की रोटी कमाने में
मलिक को अपनी दुकान चलाने में।।
Abhilasha Mansion / XI
Interview with Divya Raj Singh Medtiya, Class XI SCI (Vice Captain - Gandhi House)
Interviewers: Tamanna Solanki & Aaradhya Champawat
RP: What is the name of your previous school?
DSM: I have transferred from St. Paul's School, Falna.
RP: What major difference did you notice in the school first?
DSM: The first thing I noticed was the greenery and the very nature-friendly, calm aura of the place.
RP: What was the best change of all?
DSM: Of course, the environmental change was the best. However, something I liked even more was the extracurricular activities at the school. Since I've taken Science and Maths, I've noticed that the quality of the practicals is exquisite.
RP: How did you adjust among your new classmates?
DSM: They weren’t completely new to me; I knew some of them already, and I have made many new friends. Making new friends was easier because the students here are so collaborative and soft-spoken.
JOKES
1. What do kids play when their mom is using the phone? Bored games.
2. What do you call an ant who fights crime? A vigilANTe!
3. Why are snails slow? Because they’re carrying a house on their back.
4. What’s the smartest insect? A spelling bee!
Riddles
1. You measure my life in hours, and I serve you by expiring. I'm quick when I'm thin and slow when I'm fat. The wind is my enemy.
Answer: A candle.
2. What is brown and has a tail, a head, and no legs?
Answer: A penny
3. You don't know me yet, but you always miss me when I'm gone. What am I?
Answer: Time.
4. I can fly but have no wings. I cry but have no eyes. What am I?
Answer: A cloud.
5. Poor people have it. Rich people need it. If you eat it you die. What is it?
Answer: Nothing.
Facts
1. A cloud weighs around a million tonnes.
2. Giraffes are 30 times more likely to get hit by lightning than people.
3. The largest piece of fossilized dinosaur poo discovered is over 30 cm long and has a volume of more than two liters.
4. The world’s oldest dog lived to be 29.5 years old.
5. Wind turbines kill between 10,000 and 100,000 birds each year in the UK.
Credits
Editorial In-charge: Anshuman Singh
Chief Editors: Leesha Suthar, Tamanna Solanki.
Interview Reporters: Siddhi Solanki, Beenita Sonigra/Vijita Solanki, Aaradhya Champawat, Mohita Solanki.
Event Reporters: Bhumika Rathore, Priya Tripash, Prachi Solanki, Tanya Tripash.
Photographers: Suman, Tanishka Suthar, Tiya Sompura, Kesar Sompura.
Article: Priya Vaishnav, Abhilasha Mansion, Chelsi Rao, Hetal Vaishnav.
Fun facts /Riddles / Jokes: Vanshika Singh, Yashi Soni.
Volume No. 601 Published by The Editorial Board: Mr. Jitendra Suthar, Ms. Tejal Soni, Mr. Krishna Gopal Dave