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Ekya / July 18, 2018 Posted by : administrator

The Art of Pencil

Penned by Ms. Sribaghya, English Teacher at Ekya School BTM Layout, The Art of Pencil takes a step back and looks into the perspective of a pencil and its role of creating the art around us.


Somehow writing with a pencil
seems beautiful even without a stencil.
How do you know this absolute?
It may be, the cause of our primary teacher’s put!

“Oh! What a wonderful handwriting!”-
Applauded the gathering,
The boy won the credit while
the object maintained distance a bit!

Isn’t it beautiful to see lead inside
a beautiful wooden carving?
Why are only the exhibited
materials shown a craving?

I personally wonder and am
inspired by the person who created this thing.
For he/she is such a creator
who gave us an opportunity to write
and make it fun-filling.

It may be of different brands,
it may be of different range but
one quality that does not differ,
is the style that occur!

I’m very much enraged
with the thought
that you are not
awed by a lot.

You get sharpened on
each time of blunt
by the possessor, yet you don’t
squeal, wail or grunt.

Hey, selfless creature!
Do you not regret becoming
smaller and smaller each time
of the day arising?

Written by:-
Sribaghya S
Teacher, Ekya School BTM Layout

 

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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

Ekya Schools BTM Layout

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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The Story Behind Talento – a Talent Search/Hosting App Developed by Students of CMRNPS

In a city like Bangalore, a lot of people drop the idea of joining a class or a coaching program because of the commute, the time it involves and the stress from traffic congestions. Not only do people have packed and hectic schedules, they also face difficulty in finding the right coach or tutor for the skill they wish to learn. Tanisha and Milan, Grade 10 students of CMR National Public, along with their friends realized that this could be solved if the search for learning was localized to within their community, using the talent in their neighbourhood. All they had to do is create a platform that facilitated this. With over a month on their hands, the five friends got together to create an app where
  • people with a certain set of skills can offer their knowledge and experience to tutor interested individuals
  • people who are keen to learn and acquire these set of skills can register to be tutored
  • the community’s talent would be unearthed, shared and appreciated
And so Talento was born – its beta released on Android, was designed exclusively for the residents of MSR North City. At the touch of their fingertips, members of the community would be able to sign up to be tutored in a particular skill or offer their services by conducting sessions or events. Tanisha credits this success to her father, Mr. Ashwini Tambi, who initiated the project as he wanted the children to direct their time, enthusiasm and creativity towards solving small, addressable real-world problems,
I wanted them to make the best use of their summer break by doing something productive. In the process, I was also looking for opportunities where they could get some industrial experience. Together, we visited several potential problem statements, looked out for students who could join us and mentors who could guide us before we could define our project objective
The opportunity of finding a way to make the best use of the in-house/residential talent and skill, convinced the team to work on an "application" based project, thus kicking off four weeks of their mini-startup. “We would huddle up with our laptops during the evenings, spending an hour each day. As we progressed, the hours got longer. Our mentors would also join us after they got back home from work.” Working closely with languages like Javascript and XML, the team developed Talento on Android Studio, with the guidance of several mentors. Just like the objective of their app, their mentorship was sourced from within the MSNRC neighbourhood. The children were coached and guided by their neighbours – individuals from reputed organizations in the industry. The team also got to participate in two expert talks that helped them with their app development. “Mr. Vinod spent an hour every evening with us, giving our project its direction and serving as its architect/scrum master. We also had a chance to attend talks by Mr. Nithin and Ms. Nidhi. Mr. Nithin took us through the several nuances behind app design while Ms. Nidhi explained the technicalities behind app deployment” The team of five – Aditya, Anika, Milan, Pavaana and Tanisha set a deadline of a month to arrive at the beta version of their app, owing to the possible unavailability of team members thanks to summer vacations. By this time, support to the team wasn’t limited to the parents or the residents of the community, as Tanisha notes “When we hit hurdles in our code, we would ring up our classmates to verify and cross-check. They would ping back suggestions or alternatives. Even with our logo, our friends helped us figure out the dimensions. The support was all-round” To be able to create and release an application such as Talento, the team would have faced several complexities. Tanisha recalls a few, “After being introduced to Android Studio, the initial results weren’t quite what we were looking for. On paper, everything seemed fine – we had our login screen envisioned but we faced many errors when we emulated it. Over the course of the month, we faced several challenges, but we solved each one of them. One such instance was the realization that hit us one evening. We discovered that the Android version we had been working on was higher, so we had to make the application compatible with older Android devices.” Among the many challenges, naming the application was fun to tackle, as Tanisha believes there was a lot of learning from the activity,
“Each of us had a lot of ideas for the app’s name. We even studied how reputed apps in the market found their names. One brainstorming session later, we shortlisted a few and closed on Talento since it genuinely describes what our app stands for”
Like all companies in the world of apps, the team had to arrange for a logo, now that the name was finally in place. They did this by themselves, having had a clear idea of how the logo would look. A quick visit to the Logo Maker website had them sorted. Now the focus was solely on testing the application and launching it. With the basic features now available on the application, the team took turns testing the application, involving their parents in screening out the bugs. Deployment and debugging of the app proved to be an intense ordeal, as the team remembers, “We had to ensure that it was bug-free and wouldn’t crash when it was launched over multiple devices. Our parents joined us in testing it across different Android versions. The final week was reserved for intense testing. We faced a few crashes but we were able to quickly make fixes” To motivate the children and appreciate the efforts they were putting in, the parents got Talento t-shirts printed and these were proudly adorned by the team during the app’s launch. Setting up registration help-desks to aid the residents with their sign-ups, the Talento team organized a product launch at the community’s clubhouse, inviting residents to make use of the app, “The app is consciously designed for the MSRNC, with an approval system for users within this community. We used Firebase to manually add email ids and names, to ensure that every user is an MSR resident. The launch had a nice turnout, most of whom installed the app. We have had two or three events run on the app with successful sign-ups as well.” “It was a proud moment for us when we launched the app. A month’s hard work translating to an application that would help people we know. It felt great to know that our efforts had a direct impact on the community” “Our parents played a vital role in the project. They were very supportive and encouraging from the start. From laying down the vision of the project to marketing the product launch on social media and Whatsapp, our parents have been our anchor through and through.” Mr. Tambi was quick to note the role of parents in bringing such problem-solving opportunities to their children,
From my experience, this is not something children can initiate on their own. While there are plenty of ideas in the minds of many, it can only be brought to reality if there is a vision, laid down by someone within the community. It is important that the overall mission statement of any project is first laid. If that leadership comes from the community, then there is no problem we cannot solve.
Currently designed only for the residents of MSR, Talento has won accolades at its product launch from industry experts, who recognized the problem points it solves and noted its scalability. They even have a knowledge session planned for residents to guide them through the application and also narrate their journey of creating it. What lies ahead? In addition to features that the team has listed on their roadmap, Tanisha says that feedback and comments from users will also be prioritized, “We have a list of add-ons that we want to implement in the coming months. Our aim is to get the application on iOS devices and also implement feedback from our users. We have a set website in place and a support email address for them to write to us.” Talento was built using resources that are free and open-source. The only monetary spend came for the publication fee on Google Playstore. Aside from successfully publishing an application, the Talento team acknowledges the learning behind this journey, “We played by our strengths and used this opportunity to explore new avenues. Some of us were good at design, others at coding – we divided the work amongst ourselves and learnt to work as a team. We learnt that app designing doesn’t start straight from a laptop. Start manually on paper – design, implement, test and repeat. It includes a lot of thought processes and ideas subjected to several iterations. We learnt that we cannot add everything we wanted into an app – always aim to keep it simple and user-friendly” We congratulate the team behind Talento for a successful launch and wish them the best for their future entrepreneurship ventures.

What makes you YOU? – Social Issue For The Month By Trishikha Kiran Rao, Ekya JP Nagar

Finding the real YOU, under the social media facade


It is a common human tendency to try to fit in with our peers and be loved, respected and looked up to by all. Because of this, we often go to extreme lengths to just fit in. But we must really ask ourselves whether WE are the ones being loved, respected and looked up to or is it the fake personas that WE have created. Each of us has been created to be someone, to fulfill a particular purpose to create stories of our own. But instead, we try to be “cool” and popular, trying to emulate someone else, thereby losing the very essence of our own soul. We forget who we are, where we came from and what’s really important to us. We create fake personalities who talk, walk, act and live in a way that’s nothing like who we are. We become shallow and irresponsible. We have a million fake friends but sadly not even ONE real one because the truth and the reality in our lives that anchored us to this world disappeared long ago along with our true selves. We pretend to be happy with big fat smiles on our faces that show the temporary admirers that everything in our life is perfect and that we have never been happier but on the inside, we are broken and lost with no one to comfort and stay with us. It is now that we realize fame, popularity, money and good looks, all of that is temporary. You take that away and what remains is the real YOU. Imagine if everybody presented the same fake personality, presumably rich, famous, good-looking, with the same thought process - the same ‘perfect’ lives, the same routines, the same EVERYTHING. Then how would some of our world’s most inspiring role models have ever been created? The reason that Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, Kalpana Chawla, Marie Curie, Barack Obama, J.K Rowling and others are what they are today, is because they didn’t try to be someone else. Instead, they tried to be the best, most creative and hardworking versions of themselves. They dared to take risks. They had big dreams that were considered impossible to achieve but they worked towards them in their own, unique ways and today are known worldwide for that. They were proud of who they were and refused to follow the easy path laid in front of them. They took the hard road but created their own stories, which haven’t been inspired by others but instead inspire others. Their stories capture their spirit and define their essence as individuals we must always admire that. The world will become a much more fascinating and interesting place if each of us steps forward and proudly owns who we are. We mustn’t be afraid of taking the risk of being ourselves. We mustn’t be afraid to stand up and fight for the right to be OURSELVES, with no alterations. Because stories that are written from scratch are the ones that will always be remembered. Each of us have that one thing that makes us different from the rest, so let’s focus on that and own what truly defines us. Let’s not try to emulate someone else but be proud of who we are. And whenever you think that you would like to be more someone else, instead, ask yourself, WHAT MAKES YOU, YOU? Trishikha Kiran Rao Grade X

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