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Ekya / June 16, 2018 Posted by : administrator

In our endeavour to spread awareness regarding the ill-effects of growing traffic, our Grade X & XII students of Ekya School ITPL conducted a traffic awareness campaign in and around Whitefield area two locations on 14th June 2018.

During this Environmental Week, our effort was to sensitize commuters to protect the environment by doing our bit. As responsible citizens, everyone can help to cut emissions and control the air quality by using public transport, cycling and walking.  

The aim was to help citizens to become more environmentally conscious and be aware of the hazards of growing number of vehicles and traffic on health, climate and environment. The campaign aimed to sensitise ground-level functionaries and the general public to imbibe the habit of protecting the environment and provide solutions/measures that can to taken to reduce traffic.

 

Message/ messages that we conveyed to the general public:

  1. Use public transportation at least once a week
  2. Opt for Carpool / Cab share
  3. Consider commuting on foot for short distance travel
  4. Cycling is a healthy alternative, both for the environment and the individual’s fitness
  5. Follow traffic rules to reduce congestion
  6. Don’t honk (only when necessary to avoid collisions or when trying to get eye contact with other drivers)

We would like to thank the HAL Traffic Police department for granting us the permission and also supporting us on the field.

“Our traffic awareness campaign was the most eye-opening and immensely satisfying campaign. Our campaigning began on a hesitant note. We were unsure as to how to start. However, as we campaigned for a few minutes, we began enjoying ourselves. Our will to combat traffic became stronger than our inhibitions. Spreading an important message and tackling traffic was our goal and we did just that to the best of our abilities. We observed the small changes that started coming about due to our campaign. A helmet was worn here, a smile of appreciation was seen there. Our humble campaign was slowly taking shape. Somehow, while we campaigned, we were all connected. Deep inside we wanted to fight against traffic and against pollution. We all want positive changes to be seen in order to tackle the gruelling problems we go through due to traffic. We stood together in solidarity that day, to face our problems and to change everything for the better, albeit in a small way”

– Isha Joshi


Small steps lead to a big difference. It was amazing to see how some of us could make a difference. We would like to thank the Bangalore police and our school for this opportunity”

– Rishabh Dhotrekar


Creating awareness for reducing traffic and the importance of carpooling and using public transport was a very important initiative that I’m glad I got to be a part of. It was fun interacting with people and spreading awareness.

– Akshata Chirravuri


“I am glad that I got this opportunity to spread awareness about effects of traffic and how we can help reduce the traffic on the streets of Bangalore. We live in a beautiful city but the huge snarls increase pollution and also waste the time of the residents”

– Harine S


The experience made us realise that working for a social cause makes us feel like we are better people.

– Manua


It wasn’t an eye opener just for those on road but also for us! We were elated when people buckled up their seat belts and put on their helmets on our insistence. It was a wonderful experience and we knew we did it right when they smiled back at us.

– Sonitha Mandava


The traffic awareness campaign started off with us heading towards our respective locations in the bus. The campaigning itself unexpectedly started in the bus. My friends and I showed off our colourful posters through the bus windows and to our surprise we got many smiling faces and lots of thumbs up. But that was only a taste of the effect we would eventually have on people. Once we got there, we lined up along the road showing our posters. Once we got over our initial apprehension did we really begin the campaigning? We chanted, told people to carpool and use public transport. The overall event was extremely rewarding for us as we saw our efforts bringing about a change in people. The group that I was in managed to get three helmet-less bikers to put on their helmets and got verbal approval from many bystanders.

I believe the best part of this campaign was how it showed how all our efforts really do contribute to the greater cause.

– Shradha T


Service Learning at Ekya Schools

 

 

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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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Becoming a Solve Ninja – Abhiram Gooty, Ekya School ITPL

Abhiram Gooty, of Grade X, Ekya School ITPL recently completed the Solve Boot Camp 2018, organized by Reap Benefit across the months of April and May. Solve Boot Camp is a platform where best students from schools were invited to go through an intensive workshop to find solutions to environmental concerns and civic issues. Through the two month workshop, students worked on rapid prototyping, pitching their ideas and solutions, and had access to 30 hours of mentorship on problem-solving. Abhiram represented Ekya at the boot camp that hosted 55 students from 25 schools across Bangalore and Hosur. With 27 products built at the workshop, 15 campaigns were carried out to solve real-world problems. The students came together on 19th May, observed as ‘Solve Ninja Day’, to showcase their solutions. Abhiram identified the garbage menace that plagued his neighbourhood as the problem he wished to solve. Applying his learning from the workshop, he conducted interviews with people in and around his apartment and the employees from the supermarket, both located in the vicinity of the garbage dump. He not only suggested alternatives to reduce waste but also proposed to help clear the dump with the help of BBMP. Using the Sahaya app, Abhiram was able to get in touch with BBMP and was successful in restoring cleanliness in his locality. With this achievement, Abhiram was officially declared as a ‘Solve Ninja’ by Reap Benefit at the Solve Boot Camp, having successfully begun his problem-solving journey. Praising his communication skills, sense of citizenship and use of data, the organization has awarded Abhiram with a certificate of completion.

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Bangalore, once a paradise. Buildings were rarely seen. Rain was found in abundance, Its citizens always with umbrellas. No more is it a haven, A stressed man's refuge. It is now a land with pollution and dust, A major city but without its glory. May Bangalore regain its legacy, May it flourish again as the garden city, Maybe the destiny of this great city will change, It may just become green again. The beautiful weather, the picturesque scenery, It may all come back to regain its destiny. The peaceful roads, the tiny, cozy houses, It may all return, Bangalore's beautiful legacy.

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