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itplccacoordinator / June 24, 2019 Posted by : editor

International Yoga Day was celebrated at Ekya school ITPL to promote and help students understand its significance. Yoga is a mind & body workout with strengthening and stretching poses along with deep breathing techniques to relax the mind and body. Yoga is an invaluable gift of ancient Indian tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man and nature and a holistic approach to health and well-being. The word yoga literally means union.yoga helps to control mind and body.

Our students learnt about the practice of Yoga and its power to heal the entire body. Yoga is the best medicine that any doctor can ever prescribe. Ekya, ITPL organized sessions and special assemblies for the Students to mark the celebrations of world yoga day. Different asanas were performed by children across grades. Students from Grade 1 – 4 practiced meditation, breathing exercises followed by Suryanamaskar, chakrasana, dhanurasana and vrikshasana. Grades 5-8 started the day with a warm up session, stretch exercises, meditation followed by Suryanamaskar, Vajrasana and pranayam.

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itplccacoordinator / 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

itplccacoordinator / 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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itplccacoordinator / 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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Visit to Madras Engineering Group (MEG ) – Ekya School ITPL

Students of grades 9 to 12 had an opportunity to visit Military Engineers Group MEG. Here is an account by Lekha Gopi, English Teacher, Ekya School, ITPL who had accompanied the students in this field trip. The field trip to MEG was informative and admirable. The warm smiles of the men in camouflage uniforms welcomed us to share their patriotism with the new generations. We explored the battleground in the most educational ways. Various types of mines, detonators, suspension bridges and many other methods of demolition and preparations for war were on display. The guidance and demonstrations of the Sargent proved very useful while we tried to understand the way the mines are activated. Triggering systems were explained and pranks teased our ears and eyes.                Next up, the shooting range. Cadets were not at ease but, flawlessly remained in position as we inspected the range and understood their targets and rifles. Most of us mistook them for statues at first. Their discipline is certainly beyond impressive if they are capable of ignoring the flies that buzz around their ears! Students admired their dedication and commitment to their nation. We also had the opportunity to try an unloaded rifle. It's was simply fantastic! Artisan work and makery showcase really brought out the minimalism in a camp setting. Tables that transformed into chairs and vice versa, military workmanship in innovative furniture and mini models of housing plans that were marked down to the finest details. Handcrafted by talented men in green, we watched as they displayed their works of art and demonstrated the purpose of camp-friendly, minimal accessories. A treat for the eyes was brought to us by the silence in the deeply rooted history of the battalion commanders, generals, and wing leaders. The museum helped us pay our respects to the talented medal winners since the time of the Queen who was claimed to be the "Empress of India". We toured the room to find weapons of various kinds, dating back to the 1700s. Turning back around, MEG left many students speechless and flabbergasted, encouraging them to enquire about the possibilities of attending the course. With the uniforms, sippoy attires, discipline, zero waste, Eco-friendliness, greenery, intensity, the evolution of the country's militants, the old and new maps, daggers, letters lost in time, history collected behind glass jars and patriotism oozing, it became the perfect note to cease the day.
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The Teen Brain Condition – By Ms. Sindhu Roy

Here is the latest blog from our 'Parent Blogger' series, our endeavor to encourage parents to be active participants of the Ekya Community by sharing their expertise, interests, and experiences on our blogs. As a parent blogger from Ekya School, ITPL, Ms. Sindhu Roy has shared with us this blog on 'Teen Brain Condition' discussing the absurd behavior of teenagers and logical reasons behind it. Enjoy this interesting read.

The Teen Brain Condition

"I saw a standup on YouTube recently which made me understand the whole ‘who-took-over-my-sweet-children’s-soul’ dilemma that I had been having since they turned teenagers. This lady describes how the very breath that came out of her nostrils would make her teen daughter irritable. She could not chew cereal in her own home without getting glared at by her daughter. The comic summed it up by saying that it was part of God’s plan to make children so difficult to manage in their adolescence that it made going away to college easier to bear. Once I stopped laughing with what I admit was some malevolence - I started thinking about the actual wiring that changes in our beautiful kids’ brains during this phase. My boy who used to make me a tea when I had a headache now remains AWOL behind his book in his room. My sweet girl who tagged along with Mom everywhere now dumps me in a flash if her BFF calls. Not to mention the way in which they develop partial paralysis the minute they enter the home. They seem to exist in a dream state where tubes of toothpaste have no caps, ties crawl behind the shoe-rack and water bottles that have gone back to meet their maker. Amen. Consequences of actions don’t seem to figure anywhere in their emotional, hyperconsciousness. Unwilling to surrender, I did some digging around with Big Brother Google, and share here with you a little bit of insight into the teen brain – yes that is a thing. The Developing Prefrontal Cortex This is the reason why most teens don’t realize the consequence of why a movie with all their friends the day before an exam is just not a good idea. The prefrontal cortex – the frontal part of the brain – matures much after puberty. In fact, it is not fully developed until the age of about 25. That’s right, you can expect a decade more of immature decisions and war of wills around choices with your teen. This can take a dangerous turn if, in the heat of the moment, even a more rational teen gets into a car driven by a drunk friend. We need to reinforce the connection between actions and consequences through constant repetition – until the teen disappears behind a slammed door of course. The Teen Brain Needs More Sleep As school pressures and projects pile up during high school – paradoxically it is during this phase that the children need the most sleep. A fact that most of us in India seem to overlook. The sleep hormone melatonin waxes and wanes later in teens – thus making it difficult for them to be up for the school bus. They are not just being lazy – who knew! Teens actually need 9-10 hours of sleep a night failing which they may fall prone to depression, anxiety, lack of attention, irritability or even in some pre-disposed cases – more severe mental ill health. The Driver of the Teen Brain – Amygdala This little part of the brain at the back develops earlier than the prefrontal cortex – and this fella is responsible for our emotions, impulses, aggressions – I can see all you teen parents making the connection already. Imagine the teen engine that is being driven mostly by an emotional, reactive type – without a cautious backseat driver who has an eye on the road. Small wonder then that most situations or challenges are met with outbursts and uncontrollable emotions, and an inability to see the big picture. Wait – now I realize why my son wept tears of genuine grief on missing the first-day first show of the latest Avengers movie. I blame his Amygdala! These insights have helped me rethink my strategy for dealing with my loving but increasingly challenging brood. Implementation is another challenge altogether. Next time – let us explore a few gems on how to deal with these Amygdala driven, prefrontal cortex deficient yet beautiful teens of ours."
A brief profile of Ms. Sindhu Roy:
Ms. Sindhu Roy is the parent of Amala Roy, Grade 8 and Siddhant Roy, Grade 9, students of Ekya School, ITPL. She is the partner at S&A Bespoke, a startup focused on content marketing, e-learning, and photography. Ms. Sindhu Roy is an expert in content creation and e-learning with 15 years of experience in the field. Her writing is based on meticulous research and personal observation.

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