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Ekya / July 30, 2019 Posted by : administrator

Ekya School Byrathi was packed with activities teaching important lessons to our students in a fun and casual way. In this blog you can get a gist of the activities at our Byrathi campus.

Robotics Demo Session (Grades 4-8)
Robotics experts Ms. Pooja gave practical and theoretical insights regarding robots and its functioning process to our students as a demo class. Assembling parts, internal wiring, coding, programming, and decoding were briefly addressed to ignite curiosity and interest in students. They got the opportunity to experiment with simple motions of a few robots.

Elementary Kannada Class (Grades 1-3)

Grades 1 to 3 started their first Kannada class apart from their curriculum. These sessions are primarily designed to develop and establish comprehensive learning and understanding of Karnataka state’s official language – Kannada.

The aim is to train our students to handle situations in life. We believe that the key to many problems is not being acquainted with the local language. Since Kannada, one of the classical languages of India is the most widely spoken and official language of the state, our language expert Mr. Kalachary is training the students in a fun and interactive way.

Session details: Oral & Writing Skills.
In this session, the students were introduced to Kannada alphabets (pronouncing and writing) and common, local names of fruits and vegetables used in the Kannada language. The instructor showed a video clipping in which an image and name of the particular vegetable/fruit would appear and pause for 10-15 seconds. 15 seconds would give time for students to listen, see the visual and understand which vegetable has what name. They could associate with the sound of the name of the vegetable/fruit. The activity was repeated several times to help students connect with the new sounds and pronunciation in the new language, especially for the students who communicate in different languages back in their homes.

Shloka/Prayer Recitation (Montessori)

Students of Ekya Early Years participated in reciting shloka/prayers which they are familiar with. Our students recited prayers from the culture they belong to. This event justifies our motto – Together as One (we are glad to have multiple cultures and communities under one roof) through which the students get to explore and interact, understand and respect the culture of their fellow classmates. Three students received badges for participating well in the recitation. 

Shloka: Saraswati Namastubhyam Varade Kaama- Roopini. Vidyaarambham Karishyaami Siddhir-Bhavatu Me Sadaa. This prayer is usually practiced in the morning prayers in schools before starting the day. 

Meaning: Requesting Goddess of Knowledge -Saraswathi, to bless us with awareness and shower strength upon us so that we achieve the goals set for us in a positive manner. Vidyaarambham Karishyaami Siddhir-Bhavatu Me Sadaa means requesting Goddess to give us the strength to identify the path of success as we learn new things every day.

Gender Sensitisation Session (Grades 1-3 & Montessori)

We, at Ekya, aim at the safety and security of our students which is achieved by constant vigilance of our instructors, proactive staff and support from helpful staff. However, to aid this, we need our children to learn about personal safety. A special session was arranged on 18-07-2019. Ms. Arpita, Ekya School Counselor guided children on gender sensitization. Gender sensitization presides over gender sensitivity, the modification of behavior by raising awareness of gender equality concerns. Gender sensitizing is about changing behavior and instilling empathy into the views that we hold about our own and the other genders.

Ms. Arpita spoke regarding important insights on what is gender sensitization. The students were actively involved and thoroughly understood the measures which must be followed for a safe and healthy living of themselves and everyone. Ms. Arpita spoke in detail regarding things such as personal safety, rules, types of touches, comfort zones, parts of the body along with private parts. 

To help the students, considering their age, to understand the sensitive issue and importance of this session, she constantly made connections with familiar things to explain difficult concepts. The following concepts were addressed in the session:

I’m the Boss of My Body.

Ms. Arpita sang The Exercise Song along with the students, to familiarize them with body parts and then explained what are private parts. 

Safe Touch and Unsafe Touch.

Types of touches were discussed in which children had to give reasoning to differentiate between comfortable and uncomfortable touches. 

Children receiving/giving hugs, handshakes, appreciations from parents, relatives, friends and teachers would be considered as safe touch. 

Students were asked to imagine a stranger coming and hugging them randomly. They reacted with an uncomfortable feeling which they categorized as unsafe touch. 

3 Rules- Clothing Rule, Touching Rule, Talking Rule. 

The expert told students about rules to follow such as clothing rule which means dress-up well and cover all parts of the body and not to show/see any parts especially private parts to/of anyone. 

She also addressed important things such as; Let’s not allow anyone to touch us and let’s not touch anyone. Let’s be polite and respectful when we talk. Talking about your/anyone’s body parts is a no-no!

Only discuss with safe adults such as parents, grandparents, siblings, and teachers about any uncomfortable thoughts or incidents that are bothering you. 

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Strategies to help students focus on their studies

The famous quote by Bruce Lee, “Concentration is the root of all the higher abilities in man,” aptly describes the importance of concentration. When it comes to students, concentration plays a major role in their overall performance. From understanding the concepts in the classroom to solving advanced mathematical problems or playing their favourite sports, everything is directly related to the power of concentration. Many of them wonder how to stay focused on their studies. For them, it is advisable to take small breaks in between their study sessions. Also, students should make an effort to participate in an extracurricular of their choice, be it playing guitar or making goals in the field. Activities of their choice would not only give them a break from studies but would also boost their dopamine level.

As per American psychological society, there is a decline in student's attention for 10 to 15 minutes. However, there is a need to look out for strategies for boosting productivity and focus among students

Here are some tips to concentrate on studies and boost focus:

Prepare short summaries of the lessons:

After completing the lessons, preparing a summary of it will help students to get a good hold on the topic. Short summaries will also be useful during the revision before final exams. Sticky notes to write important points will also help

Take periodic breaks:

A small break after a study session is one of the learning tips for children given by many experts. Small breaks help students refresh their mind and focus on the topic. Students can also use the Pomodoro technique which includes 25 minutes of study and 5 minutes of break or 50 minutes of study and 10 minutes of break.

Encourage them to finish tasks faster:

Setting a time limit will help students to channel their energy in one direction. This is a good way to increase their concentration. Children should also be advised to divide the bigger tasks into smaller pieces and solve them one by one. This technique will teach students the lesson of time management and will enhance their concentration.

Try to make learning sessions fun:

It is one of the best tips for studying. As it will engage the students in the most fun manner. For this, various learning toys can be used to make them understand complex topics. Including memory games would also be a good option to increase their concentration.

Implement Ed-Tech learning:

Involving Ed-Tech learning is one of the best ways to keep the students engaged, as it captivates their attention. Ed-tech learning methods are designed in a way to not just boost the student's interest but also help improve their concentration.

Take the feedback seriously:

Always encourage the students to take the feedback given by their teachers seriously as this way they will get to know more about their weaker areas and work over them. It is a good way for students to channel their focus on the areas that demand more attention.

Understand the student's potential:

This point is very important for teachers and parents to consider. Every child is blessed in some or the other way. Comparing them with other students not just demoralises them but also lowers their confidence. So it is essential to understand the true potential of every student. This way they can excel in their desired career fields.   Ekya School is among the best schools in Bangalore, if you are seeking a school with an ICSE curriculum, this is the place for you. It is also among the CBSE schools in Bangalore, that provide students a holistic approach by innovative curriculum design based on the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework. With over 30 years of education legacy, it has excelled not only in academics but also outperformed in co-curricular activities. Ekya’s experienced teachers help students concentrate on studies through different methods of teaching, clearing doubts, and revision sessions, pedagogy method of teaching is applied for better outcomes. Moreover allowing students to take breaks, participate, and enjoy their personal activity time. Ekya promotes the importance of co-curriculum activities such as physical health, sports, school clubs, music, dance, coding, debating, and more. All these approaches help in concentration and focus, also these are elements that demand variety and quality breaks in between everything we do. Furthermore, students are offered excellent opportunities here in Ekya that help them grow in a safe and supportive environment.  

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Teachers, The Unsung Heroes

In the vast tapestry of society, there exists a group of individuals who are shaping futures, nurturing minds and instilling values but continue to remain unsung heroes. Their efforts and contributions often go unnoticed despite the indispensable role they play in society. Despite their pivotal role, teachers are most often undervalued and underappreciated. It’s crucial to recognise and acknowledge their efforts. Acceptance of their importance motivates them to continue their noble work.

Beyond the confines of books and teaching teachers play a significant role in shaping the lives of their students. They serve as mentors, confidants and role models guiding young children through challenges and opportunities. With their role comes great responsibility as they not only impart education but also nurture character, empathy, and resilience. Teachers have the power to ignite passion, unlock potential, and instil a lifelong love and learning.

The commitment of teachers transcends mere profession, it’s a lifelong dedication. Despite facing numerous challenges, from limited resources to societal pressures, they remain committed to their pursuit of providing quality education. The impact they create in the lives of individuals is unfathomable. The smile they bring to the faces of young children is something that only they are capable of and that’s what brings joy and fulfilment in their lives.

As we reflect on their profound impact, let’s celebrate and honour their invaluable role in shaping the world we live in. This tribute to teachers is a recognition of their transformative power in shaping the destiny of individuals and communities. Let’s cherish and support them in their noble endeavour to enlighten minds and build a brighter future for generations to come.

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