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Ekya / May 22, 2020 Posted by : administrator

The Community Connect Program was conceptualized and launched immediately post Covid-19 lockdown to support our students and their loved ones during a difficult period. Our dedicated staff worked around the clock to provide a plethora of activities to not only our students but also to everyone around the globe, all for no cost to the participants.

We are proud to announce that the program has achieved its objective, having supported our community in the time of need. The success of the program was seen through an increasing number of participants by the week and 100+ affirmations we received. What we have achieved would not have been achieved without your constant support – be it through constructive feedback, reviews, spreading the word, conducting workshops, or writing blogs.

As we culminate our Ekya Community Connect program, we would like to thank each one of you for your enthusiasm and positive spirit by making our time together both productive and fun. To capture our time together, we partnered with Mayur Channagere, Founder of Photomojo and an Ekya parent to create a Community Connect video.

Watch how the pandemic made us more connected and united through the Community Connect Program here.

We can’t wait to meet you again as the school reopens and we continue an innovative 2020-21.

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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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#ParentBlogger: Our parenting experience during COVID-19

It’s the unexpected that changes our lives… I have no idea how our lives will be impacted by it… One thing I now know for sure is that it will have a big impact on us, our society, life in the entire world. Just a month ago, we never expected something like this could ever happen here. Just a week ago, our life was very predictable, with a simple daily routine, school, work, and trips we were looking forward to… And coronavirus was still only something we heard on the news… Now, all that’s left is uncertainty and the unexpected. I am finding it really tough that my daughter not going to school because the classroom is their learning environment.so I have to think about what the students have at home, what access to materials they have and try to create lessons based on that. And all started with her favorite task of making words. It’s really important for the children to communicate with their friends. Between, she once had got a chance to meet her dear ones! Her happiest day. .!!!  Since, the situation was getting worst, We decided to move to our hometown and there starts a fun time! The most precious time a kid needs!! Having pappa every day with her, reading sessions with him, playing and being with her affectionate grandparents and spending her time with pets,(her most favorite). It has been like a mini picnic for her every day. But think of the extraordinary and unprecedented bonding family experience you’re having. Let's all hope for the best and our lives being back to normal. 
#StayHome #StaySafe
By,
Supreeth M Father of Samanvi Supreeth Mont Sub Junior E1

Ekya JP Nagar

#StudentBlogger@Ekya: My travels during the lock down to Gisa, Egypt

Yikes! A cobra! I must run, or its venom could kill me. Snakes are ‘venomous’ and should not be referred to as poisonous because we don’t eat them. The Egyptians worshipped them. All throughout Egypt, there were gods with a resemblance to animals like crocodiles, dogs, jackals, and cats too called Anubis, Horus, Sobek, Bastest, and many more. I am in Gisa, Egypt, looking at the sights, hearing about the history and not looking at where I was going. I stumbled, tripped, and found myself sinking in a quicksand pit. Egypt is mostly desert with the Nile River being the only water source. There is a lot of sand all over but wet quicksand? That is impossible. Could there be water nearby? how? Thinking won't help me. I must act I can't let the quicksand get to me. It was no use. I sank, anyway. I fell through the sand onto a hard surface and it was a flight of stairs, an underground tomb. After I got used to the darkness, I noticed the large symbol or hieroglyph, the eye of Horus. The Eye of Horus is the symbol of power, protection, and good health. Next to it was the symbol of the Ankh. The Ankh is one of the most common ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, used in art, writing, and decorations. It represents the word “life” and was often used to express the desire for someone to live – e.g. “may you live and be well” and held as a key to eternal life. I definitely had fallen into a tomb or burial place. Egyptians loved to build elaborate eternal homes and the riches in these tombs reflected their status in society. There was a large stone that looked like a door that led into the chamber beyond. On the door, the hieroglyphs said, “Beware, tomb hunter, for may Sobek eat you, unless you solve the three designated riddles”. Sobek, the God of Nile, is the crocodile God. Looking at the bunch of human skeletons, with no bones broken, I was sure Sobek certainly didn’t eat any of them. I decided he won’t eat me and ignoring Sobek, I pushed open the door and entered a chamber. On the wall was a huge hieroglyph featuring, “I am the founding Pharaoh and innovator in design and construction of the pyramids” The first pyramid ever built was the step pyramid of Djoser. The third dynasty of Egypt built this. And that led to a new set of pyramids built at Dashshur which includes the bent pyramid and red pyramid. The Bent Pyramid is an ancient Egyptian pyramid located at Dahshur, approximately 40 kilometers south of Cairo, built under the Old Kingdom Pharaoh Sneferu was the founding pharaoh of the Fourth Dynasty of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. Sneferu was Khufu’s father. Then followed by the great pyramid of Gisa made by Khufu, the fourth dynasty of the old kingdom of Egypt. The red pyramid was also one of his creations meant to be his tomb. But he probably didn’t like it and so he moved on. Is this his final resting place? The second chamber looked ominous. So, I helped myself to a gold khopesh as a weapon which is similar to a sickle. I spotted the snake goddess at the entrance, the immortal Wadjet! She was one of the earliest Egyptian deities and was often depicted as a cobra, as she is the serpent goddess. She became the patroness of the Nile Delta and the protector of all of Lower Egypt. But where was the riddle?  I certainly cannot defeat Wadjet, she being immortal, so I decide not to fight but to escape into the next chamber. I threw my khopesh, as a distraction and Wadjet fell for it. I escaped into the next room and she instantly went back to the world of Gods. Now the third riddle! I was so close to stardom. On the floor, the hieroglyphs said, “I am the son of Khafre”. I mentally mapped the 15 dynasties and Pharaohs of ancient Egypt. And I decided on the fourth dynasty, Pharaoh Menkhaure! Khafra was the builder of the second-largest pyramid of Giza. Khafre’s father Khufu, the king who built the Great Pyramid of Giza. And Menkaure was the son of Khafra and grandson of Khufu and he became famous for his tomb, the Pyramid of Menkaure, at Giza and his beautiful statues, showing the king together with his wives Rekhetre and Khamerernebty. Legend has it that Menkhaure made a temple that got buried under the sand called the temple of Menkhaure. I think I have just stumbled into the temple of Menkhaure!! What’s this? An inscription! It said this treasury was meant for queen Khamerernebty made by Menkhaure to be put in her tomb. But unfortunately, he died and one of his sons, Shepseskaf, placed it here. As it was dear to the king, they placed many traps and even asked Wadjet to guard it. And only this scribe’s descendant was worthy to enter. But I entered! How can I be related? Or is it just a false prediction? Then I looked at the name of the scribe. Gasp! “Salabmed Yehsas”. Could he be my ancestor! My family name is also ‘Yasas’. Prithviraj Yasas. Awesome! I have to tell my parents this news. And get this to the museum of history! After all, our purpose is to learn and discover history. By Prithviraj Yasas, Grade 6, Ekya School - JP Nagar

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