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Talent Day at Ekya School ITPL

Ekya School ITPL hosted its annual Talent Hunt for Grades I to VIII, which saw a good turnout. There were those who showcased their talent in music, through their melodious tunes, while a few others wowed the audience with their dance moves. In the instrumental round, we had students entertaining the audience by playing the guitar, keyboard and the veena. A few students showcased their talent by solving the Rubik’s Cube and performing card tricks and science experiments



Lip-smacking Delicacies at Ekya School BTM Layout

Cooking with kids is not just about ingredients, recipes and cooking, it’s about harnessing imagination, empowerment and creativity! Students of Ekya School BTM Layout proved that cooking delicacies is possible without fire as the school hosted its annual Fireless Cooking contest for Grades VII to IX. The objective of the activity was to motivate and empower children to make healthy food choices through hands-on learning. Our students prepared lip-smacking items like popcorn bhel, a variety of sandwiches and burgers, paneer wraps, veg rolls, choco lava cake, lemonade, chocolate ladoos, trifle pudding, and proved their versatility in cooking even without fire!


Melodious Renditions of Shlokas by Our Little Children

The Pre-primary wing of Ekya Early Years ITPL had organized a Shloka/Prayer Competition for its students. The entire AV room resonated with the blissful chanting of shlokas from the scriptures like Bhagwad Gita, Ganesh Pancharatan, Gayatri Mantram, to name a few. The judges and audience were left spellbound by the marvellous rendition of our little tots. So young to look at but their grit in reciting the shloka was flawless. There were a few surprise elements when some students came up and sang shlokas in melodious tunes, explained the meaning of each verse and entertained their fellow students. The programme culminated amidst great applause and cheering.


Donning the Chef’s hat in JP Nagar

Students from Grades V-VII brought their culinary skills to school by taking part in the annual inter-house Fireless Cooking competition. On the menu for the day were scrumptious delicacies like chaat, fruit platters, Mexican salads, burritos, nachos and dips, Monaco creamers, burgers, cake pops, Oreo shots, milkshakes, mojitos, lemonade and mango lassi to name a few. Judges thoroughly enjoyed going through the recipes with our little chefs and tasting their spread.


Carving out art in vegetables at Ekya BTM Layout

Used for garnish or flower arrangement, Vegetable carving is the art of carving vegetables to form beautiful objects, such as flowers or birds. Some carvings present more artistic detail, while others have simple, yet beautiful shapes. Grade 5 and Grade 6 students from Ekya School BTM Layout did this activity with a lot of enthusiasm and fun!


Best Out of Waste at JP Nagar

Students from Grades III and IV took part in the annual Best Out of Waste activity at Ekya School JP Nagar. A tough contest for judges to evaluate as our children outdid themselves with their fine craftsmanship. Built from scratch with instructions and materials given to them, we had a pen-stand, carry-bag, a guitar, models of houses and windmills on display amongst the several interesting items our students came up with. A peek into their ingenuity!

 


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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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Sketches of Ekya – August 2018

Charcoal Art by Amrita A Nair, Grade VII, Ekya School BTM Layout

I have always been interested in painting. I was lucky to get an opportunity to learn art from a very good teacher. My favourite form of art is charcoal which needs patience. Charcoal painting is a wonderful painting style, in black and white, which if done in a hurry could result in a messy painting.

Divine Inspiration - Artwork by Pranav Srikant, Grade VI, Ekya JP Nagar


3D Art by Nikhil Rao, Grade IV, Ekya JP Nagar


Birds of Colour - Artwork by Sanaya Kaviraj, Grade IV, Ekya ITPL


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Dig Hard Dig Deep – Poem by Suyasha Jadon, Grade V, Ekya JP Nagar

Life has many ups and downs. It often changes from 'top-of-the-world' to 'never-again' very quickly. It can elate and disappoint, give love and hate but in the end, life always has something to give. But we as humans often don't work enough to reach a point from which we can take what life hands us. We give up in between and miss out on the shining treasure ahead. The strength, the power and the courage to take up this journey and continue without stopping are within us. Suyasha Jadon of Grade V of Ekya JP Nagar has beautifully illustrated in this poem how we can harness that strength from within ourselves.

Dig Hard Dig Deep

My mother always says to me, ‘Dig hard, dig deep.’ Oh no, no! Don't get me wrong, She is not a farmer, Neither does she want to make one out of me. Puzzled, are you? I was too! For she once called and told me, ‘A lot of times you’ll find the ground rough, dry and hard for a tired you. “But you must persist, to dig hard, dig deep.” I thought hard, scratched my head And asked her - “I need to… But what about you?” She glanced into my eyes and said, “It's not about me or you, All around us all humans should.” I asked inquisitively, “DIG HARD, DIG DEEP?” Seeing me in this chaos and confusion, She took me by my hand Hugged me tight and then whispered in my ears. “Deep in everyone's heart. “God has planted some seeds, Which with time get lost amongst the weeds. All of us ought to weed out the weeds And find the seeds. “For these are no ordinary ones They are dreams God put along the mundane routines, junk, and weeds “But if you, my daughter, can Dig hard and dig deep Without being lost and overcome by greed “Then yours is this world And all its treasures to keep. So go on DIG HARD DIG DEEP So go on DIG HARD DIG DEEP!”

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