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Ekya / May 28, 2019 Posted by : administrator

Tanav Shethia our grade 4 student from Ekya School JP Nagar had been to the USA for a vacation this summer. With whole lot sightseeing during the tour, he has a story to say. Read in this blog Tanav’s experience in the USA.

Zoom, I fly to America with my parents. It was a nice journey to the city of Buffalo in New York, also known as the Empire state. Buffalo is home to the great Niagara Falls. We stayed at the hotel, Sheraton Niagara Falls where we met our group and guide. It was a group of friendly and fun people. The same night after dinner we went to see Niagara Falls and it was very beautiful. Following day we went for the cave of the winds, it is the place where the Niagara Falls hit the ground and seeing the Niagara Falls from the bottom was great. After lunch, we went to a shopping mall and then we went back to the hotel.

The next day we left for Washington DC (District of Columbia). It is the capital of the United States of America (USA). It is a union territory between the states of Virginia and Maryland. It is home to many monuments, historic buildings, government offices, and the famous White House. As we reached there we went to our hotel and relaxed. The next day on our city tour we saw the Abraham Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Whitehouse, Capitol Hill, natural history museum, and air and space museum.

Our next stop was in New York City. On our way, we went to Hershey’s chocolate world where we saw how they make Hershey’s chocolate and we also bought some chocolate. In New York, we went for our city tour and visited the New York stock exchange, The National September 11 Memorial and Museum and the Big Bull. The next day we took a ferry to the Liberty Island where the Statue of Liberty stood. The statue of liberty was amazing and magnificent. The Statue of Liberty is a universal symbol of freedom gifted to the United States from France. I also learned that the statue is an Emblem of friendship between people of France and the United States. Then after lunch, we went to see the one world observatory from the 102nd, 101st and 100th floor.

We then went to Orlando the home to the Walt Disney World. The Walt Disney World consists of 5 theme parks they are the Epcot Centre (Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow), Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom blizzard beach, Hollywood studio. Orlando also consists of the Kennedy Space Centre that is the visitor Complex of NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration). We rested for a day and on the second day, we went to Epcot Centre. In the Epcot Centre, I went for rides like Spaceship Earth, Soarin, Mission Space, test track. The next day we went to Kennedy Space Centre where we saw a movie on NASA, went for a bus tour of NASA and went for spaceship stimulator ride. Last day of our trip we went to the Magic Kingdom where I went for rides like Winnie-the-Pooh, Magic Carpet of Aladdin, Jungle Cruise, Pirates of the Caribbean, etc. and watched shows like enchanted Tiki room and Monsters Inc on the laugh floor.

We took our flight from Orlando to Bangalore. I enjoyed my American holiday.

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Ekya / March 26, 2024

The Hot Garlic Soup Inspired by ‘The Last Leaf’ by O. Henry

Sue and Johnsy, two young artists, shared a small flat on the third storey of an old house.
Johnsy fell ill in November. She was diagnosed with pneumonia. She would lie in her bed, gazing out of the window. Sue sent for the doctor. The doctor said to Sue, “Johnsy’s condition is not so serious yet. It seems she is unable to recover because she has lost the will to live.”
Sue became extremely worried for Johnsy’s well-being and mental health. She tried to make Johnsy interested in the things around her, but Johnsy never replied with more than a noncommittal hum.
One day, Sue was painting when she heard Johnsy counting backwards. Sue looked out of the window and saw an old ivy creeper climbing on the brick wall. The ivy was shedding its leaves in the strong gust of the wind.
“They are falling faster now,” whispered Johnsy. “Three days ago there were so many leaves. Only five are left now.”
“It is autumn,” said Sue, “and the leaves will fall.”
“When the last leaf falls, I will die” said Johnsy with finality. “I have felt this for the last three days.”
“Oh, that’s nonsense,” replied Sue. “Why do you believe your fate is tied to those old ivy leaves?”
“Human life is fleeting, just like those ivy leaves,” said Johnsy. “I got sick just as the ivy started shedding its leaves. It must be an omen. The last leaf will fall, and I will slip into slumber forever.”
Sue sat on Johnsy’s bed, kissed her and said, “You are not going to die. Plenty of people fall sick in autumn, and they recover soon enough. Do you want some soup?”
“I don’t want any soup. My time is almost up, I’m sure of it,” murmured Johnsy.
Sue decided to change tactics. She was not going to give up on Johnsy.
“It is true that human life is somewhat fleeting, but that’s exactly what makes life valuable. Do you not want to see what life has to offer before you slip into slumber? Will you not miss the cool breeze waking you up, the warm embrace of sunlight? Do you want to give up the feeling of the paintbrush gliding over the canvas?” Sue quavered.
“Look beyond the ivy to that tree over there,” Sue continued. “Even that tree is shedding its leaves, but it is also growing new leaves. It is going to live for many more years, just like you.”
Johnsy contemplated for a while. Then, she looked out of the window and smiled.
“Perhaps I will have some hot garlic soup. You made me realise that life is worth living after all.”
Written by Aahana,
from grade 9A

Ekya / March 22, 2024

Importance of Literature in a Classroom.

"Literature is one of the most interesting and significant expressions of humanity" - P.T.Barnum

We as humans are social beings. We can't imagine our lives to be solitary. Literature facilitates us to understand and communicate with one another in society. It helps us explore the world around us and is a medium to express our views and experiences. So it is of vital importance that the students are introduced to literature at a young age.

Literature is necessary for students as it helps them to develop imagination, improves vocabulary and language skills and even enhances creativity. Literature helps them understand the world outside their home and school.

It is disheartening to see that literature is often not put on the same pedestal as other technical subjects like Math or Science. where it shouldn't be the case.

Literature includes different types of texts like stories and fables, myths

and legends, poetry and drama or even informational texts that help them explore other subjects. It prepares students to read and understand the real world.

There are one too many benefits of including literature at a young age. It is like an exercise for the brain, keeping an individual mentally active and stimulated.

Exposure to cultures from different countries brings in a sense of respect and tolerance, a feat possible through literature. It motivates one to appreciate different lives and their ways and also to graciously disagree with something that may not be right. The different characters the students are introduced to become a source of inspiration. They start to imagine themselves in varied situations. they learn different solutions to problems they come across.

More importantly, reading is fun and literature develops an inclination toward reading and makes them self-learners.

It can be concluded that literature is a gateway to nurturing a child’s life skills more than any assignment or task

can ever do.

Written By:

Shruthi Prakash

English Educator - Primary

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Ekya / March 22, 2024

A Day to Remember: Juniors Bid Goodbye to Seniors with a Spectacular Farewell Party.

As the academic year draws to a close, emotions run high at our beloved school. The time has come for the juniors to express their gratitude, love, and affection for their departing seniors.

And what better way to do this than by throwing an unforgettable farewell party?

The air was buzzing with excitement as the juniors meticulously planned every detail to make it a night that their seniors would cherish forever.

The audio-visual room was transformed into a place of nostalgia and celebration, adorned with decorations to welcome the seniors. Each performance was filled with energy, enthusiasm, and dedication. Each video played, spoke volumes about the memories shared and the bonds formed throughout their academic journey, blanketing the atmosphere with a mix of joy, laughter, and a hint of bittersweet anticipation.

Our seniors were all dressed up to the nines for the occasion with the girls in a blue and white saree and the boys in black suits.

But how did all of this come to be? I am a grade 11 student and let me take you through behind the scenes of this event and how we prepared for this event.

  • Many girls formed a group and decided to dance to “Paint It Red” and “All Is Well”. Everyone’s efforts are to be appreciated as they come up with new steps and formations. Well-coordinated teamwork led to an amazing performance that got everyone cheering.

  • Meanwhile, my batchmate, Lara,  and a few teachers were preparing to sing songs dedicated to the seniors. Lara sang a melodious rendition of “When You Believe” and the teachers sang a medley of songs which got the seniors singing along as well!

  • The boys planned on dancing to the song “Galti Se Mistake” and their performance was full of creativity and humour. The choreography was inspired by the original music video of the song and they worked hard together and taught each other the steps. This performance got everyone giggling and cheering so loud!

  • It did not end with the students, even the teachers chose to step into this grand celebration. They danced on a variety of songs and each song made the seniors hoot louder. Even though they had a very busy schedule they would still take time and dedicate it to the dance practice during after-school hours. Huge kudos for their coordination and effort!

  • Mohana and Arshia came up with a very engaging script which had the attention of the audience. A small game was organised for the students where they had to write something good about one of their batchmates. Everybody put their hands together and made 32 crowns of appreciation for their seniors. A video of the seniors was made including photos and videos of their dearest memories. Last but not least, our teachers also prepared a video message for the seniors bidding farewell and wishing them the best for their future endeavours.

The day finally came. The 10th of February came. It was the day - the day for which we had been preparing for days. The graduation.

The place was set, the background screen was ready, the mic was ready and the sound system was ready. Our seniors came one by one and the auditorium was filled with chatter until the anchors came in and the event started.

After a few minutes, the head boy gave a heartfelt speech, followed by the chit game of affirmations then Lara’s beautiful performance.

The girls donned black kurtis and sunglasses and danced to “Paint It Red”, which got a round of applause. The seniors loved the “Galti Se Mistake” dance by the boys for its creativity and comedic execution and what made it better was the shorts with shirt and tie combination. The dance finale was to the song “All Is Well” which got the audience cheering for the dancers with lots of enthusiasm.

Then a video filled with the memories of the seniors was shown which made most of them emotional. The dance which everybody was eagerly anticipating started - it was our beloved teachers who completely rocked the stage with their amazing performance.

Then a few teachers gave a very emotional message followed by songs dedicated to their students. The event came to an end with video messages by the teachers,  a crowning ceremony and high tea.

In conclusion, the event was successful, and enjoyed by all the students - juniors, seniors and teachers. It wouldn’t have been possible without everyone’s contribution and teamwork. It was an emotional roller coaster for everyone and a day which will never be forgotten.

Written By:

Stutee Samantray

(Grade 11, Ekya BTM)

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Summer Story of Linisha R, Grade 3, Ekya School BTM Layout – Summer Camp and a trip to “The Gorgeous” New Zealand

Linisha of Grade 3, Ekya School BTM Layout had a wonderful time this summer vacation with some learning and a lot of enjoyment. In this blog, Linisha shares snippets of her summer vacation. This summer vacation has been one of the best vacations. My vacations started with a summer camp called “Utsaha” where I learned different types of paintings such as; glass terrarium, and 3D glue art, etc. After 15 days of fun and learning at the camp, we had just one day to pack and leave for our most awaited trip to New Zealand and Australia. After a 12-hour flight, we landed in Auckland and time was around 3 p.m. In the evening, we went for a walk near our hotel to explore the place. Next day, we went to Waiheke Island where we tasted one of New Zealand’s famous ice-cream flavor called ‘Hokey Pokey’. It was very yummy. We also visited the Hobbiton movie set which was very nice with many trees and plants. Following day, we drove to another town called Rotorua where I got to see New Zealand’s native bird “Kiwi” and also saw hot geysers – where water splashes through the holes in the rocks. It was a great experience for all of us. After that, we went for a cave ride which is full of glow-worms – these are small insects that produce light whenever they are hungry. It was something new to me. We then took a flight to Queenstown. This is a beautiful place and never wanted to leave that place. I could see all types of landscapes here – which I learned in school. We also drove to Glenorchy, Wanaka and Arrow Town where we could see many autumn trees and leaves. It was so colourful. I also went for an adventurous Jet-Boat ride which was fun and at the same time freezing cold (2 deg). In Sydney, Australia, I got to see different types of animals such as Koala, Kangaroo, Red Panda, and Meerkats. I got a chance to feed kangaroos too. I also saw the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House and I got a few snaps clicked there. This was a very memorable trip for me.
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Summer Story of Urja Srivastava, Grade 9, Ekya School JP Nagar – Summer camp on effective communication

- Urja Srivastava, Grade 9, Ekya School JP Nagar
"The summer of 2019 was an incredible one for me. I attended this wonderful summer camp called Verbattle Summer Experience. It was all about being a good public orator while also molding our personalities with discipline, punctuality, and cooperation. It was a two-week course filled with activities of various sorts; from student elections to making travel packages; from dramas to debates, all these diverse activities were aimed at improving our communication skills.
The first week was all about improving our loudness, clarity, confidence and body language. We were also taught that to be a good leader and to grab everyone's attention, one needs to be a good team player and listener, have an open mind and hear everyone out.
Day one was about the basics of English pronunciation and getting to know the language better. The following days of the week were a journey- one that instilled confidence, clarity, and attention to detail through different activities. My personal favorite was the student elections. In the election season what better way to understand how democracy works than to have an election of our own? But guess what- this was an election with a twist where everyone was eligible to contest in the elections and was allowed to vote for two different people. Another really interesting thing about the camp itself was that the groups were changed almost every day- this helped me connect better with every member of the camp and make many new friends. Week two started off with a Shark Tank type activity where each group had to come up with a business idea and advertise it to everyone else to attract maximum investors. Each of us also had one lakh rupees as the basic money to invest in others' or our own company. We also got to plan our vacations and had to come up with a travel package for the city assigned to us. To get customers to opt for our plan, we had to convince people through marketing strategies. Our group was successful in having maximum students coming to the 'City Of Lights- Paris'. The last few days of the camp were spent debating on a myriad of topics, from pondering upon whether 'water will be an existent resource a hundred years hence' to discussing about 'reading newspapers being a waste of time'; from deciding if 'music should be a compulsory subject in school' to convincing the listeners that 'blue is a pleasant color.' The finale included teams enthusiastically debating on eclectic topics in front of an appreciative audience of parents. This put a smile on their faces, for, after all, they knew that what they were seeing was a result of two weeks of learnings, improvement, and fun!"
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