Ekya has provided each student with abundant opportunities, experiences, and exposure. It is now time to give back. Being in the student council is a huge honour, representing the school and working towards the betterment of the establishment is an opportunity like no other. Not only do I get to build my leadership skills but also sharpen my writing skills by being on the editorial team. The council teaches me the true spirit of teamwork and how even though we are all assigned to different roles we need each other to keep the machine running smoothly. We have the head girl and head boy to be leading the entire team, the two assigned this year are worth learning from. They have created plans that are a perfect blend of education and recreation. Events that are on the calendar this year give students a platform to showcase their talents and explore themselves as well.
Spectating the student spirit at Ekya from the front seats gives a different motivation to work harder and make the Ekya experience as wholesome as it can be. Just when I thought it couldn’t get better, the teachers give us an insight into the hard work put into every activity that has been planned, giving me a newfound appreciation for the students and the teachers who have put in the effort and I couldn’t be more excited that it’s now my turn to help others have the best school year they possibly could have. Ekya is known for coming up with innovative new ways to add the tools in a student’s skill set, now that I am a part of the process, I can show the students and teachers that have helped me grow over the years that their efforts were worth it and I can help others have the same or even better growth and development at Ekya.
I look forward to spending the year in the student council and making the most of the time given to us! Even Though it’s an online school and we might not be physically present to make the atmosphere happy, we are going to virtually see the Ekya experience unravel in front of us.
By Dwiti Dhotrekar, Sub Editor Ekya ITPL
“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” - James Howell’s most famous quote points out how important hobbies are. Hobbies provide a fulfilling, productive use of our free time and often keeps our lives grounded. When we invest time in our favourite hobby, we are investing in self-care. More often than not, when we are caught up in the rat race, our hobbies bring that peace and calmness that we so desperately desire.
When we focus on self-care, we bloom and flourish. What better way than investing time in a hobby - a hobby that brings us joy, a hobby that enriches our lives and a hobby that teaches us new skills.
Here are five reasons why investing in a hobby is a good decision:
Helps improve our mental health and happiness: When we do something we love, there is positivity in us. We are happy and our mental health is at its peak. We bring radiance to all around us.
Increases confidence and self-esteem: When we enjoy and love something that we do, most often we are good at it. This brings confidence and boots self-esteem in us.
Makes us patient: When we learn a new hobby, we are learning a new skill. Every learning that we get, we go through a learning process and curve. No one is perfect and hence we need to be patient to acquire the skill.
Develops new skills and increases knowledge: Learning a new hobby leads to developing new skills - sometimes we will be shocked at what we can do. It also increases our knowledge as we develop our skills.
Helps us socialize: Human beings are social animals. We love interacting with other people. It brings a balance in our lives and what better than a hobby that we love!
No matter what we do or what we learn, it is important that we invest time in something we love - there is no use in doing something that we personally don’t enjoy. Hobbies are meant to be activities that bring us joy and make us happy!
By Ms. Rupjyoti Dowerah
Senior School Social Science Teacher
Ekya School JP Nagar
Everyone ‘likes’ their school and thinks it’s the best school they have been to and some people don’t like the school they are in. Well, for me ‘EKYA’ is one of the best schools I have been to. It’s filled with joy, happiness and a lot of colours! The teachers in the school are so kind and respectful. My friends in the school are kind, sweet and funny. In the morning as soon as I get out of my bed I always look forward to going to school. In excitement, I quickly make my bed and get ready for school, and before I know it I am ready 20 minutes early. I am always ready to greet my teachers in the morning, I love to see my friends and teachers. My teachers always add colours to whatever they teach. My friends are always there for me. Ekya has changed my life and made it even better. I remember when I walked into Ekya for the first time. It was my entrance exam and seeing small kids playing in the playground, kids chatting, teachers teaching with a smile, kids learning happily, I was already in love with the school. The most important day was my first day of school. I was nervous and felt lonely because I was new. I cried, and I remember that the teachers were comforting me and my Principal made me sit in her office, talked to me, and comforted me. I remember on children’s day, the teachers made it so special with dance and we played so many games. I enjoyed that day and the children’s day was the best day of my life. I enjoyed building the science cell model last year in 6th grade, it was a fun activity and I learned different parts of the cell. In 5th-grade in visual arts class, we were asked to go around the school, look around and draw whatever attracted us. So, I enjoyed going around the school and I drew a tree and the P.E ground. This was a fun experience for me. I love Ekya because in this school the teachers, kids, and the Principal are very sweet. So if you have to choose a school then choose “EKYA BYRATHI”. I love you Ekya and you are like family to me!
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