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Ekya / March 02, 2019 Posted by : administrator

‘The goal of education is the advancement of knowledge and dissemination of truth’ – John F Kennedy. 

The academic year 2018-19 was eventful and truly memorable at Ekya School JP Nagar. The students of Grades 1 to 8 showcased all that they have learned in Term 2 across all areas of curriculum, co-curricular programs, intra and inter-school competitions, after-school programs and club activities. Their creativity was enhanced to the fullest on account of the various events that took place throughout the year, ranging from sports, cultural, art and literature to life skills.

Visual Arts Club – Students displayed their work on handloom weaving: the practice of weaving cloth and tapestry. It is a labour intensive (intensive hand-movement) and a meditative process. Students were provided with a wooden frame, and cotton yarn to work with. They started off by preparing the base for weaving, make a basic checked pattern and then progressed to geometric patterns of their choice.

Debate Club students displayed written articles where they had put forth their thoughts on their learning throughout the year.

ICT Club – Students built an Educational game such as helping young kids with Math and English, teaching Indian Geography etc, Quiz on different subjects. They displayed their work with a lot of zeal to the parents.

Students of PA club showcased Rangana Kolu and Bagu Kolu dance forms, the traditional folk dance of the state of Karnataka. It is performed with coloured sticks and usually involves both men and women dancing together.

Students from the ‘Editorial Club’ showcased their talent in the ‘Meet the Author’ session held at the school library. Our budding authors narrated their literary works i.e. short stories and poems. It was a great opportunity for the students to present their ideas as well as sharpen their writing skills. During the event, the first time authors unfolded their stories, shared insights on what inspired them to take the first step in their journey of writing. The energy and efforts were very well demonstrated through the narration of stories and are a testimony of their confidence. Each one read a part of their short stories followed by feedback from parents. The affirmations received on the event gave motivation to every individual to achieve greater heights.

The students of Grades 5 to 9 organised the Fundraiser event. They had worked meticulously for the last few months, making handmade art and craft items and other utility articles which were put on sale. Parents and students treated their taste buds with some delicacies prepared by the staff and students. The proceeds of the Fundraiser event will be directed in sponsoring the education of girls of Grades 6 to 10, studying in St. Anthony’s School, Banashankari, under the care of the Calvary Chapel Trust. The Calvary Chapel Trust is a child care institution providing education and a family environment to HIV infected and affected children.

A wide range of after-school activity has been planned for the next academic year 2019-20. Vendor showcase for the same also took place parallelly for parents and students.

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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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Learning Showcase At Ekya School, BTM Layout

Ekya School, BTM Layout recently hosted a spectacular Learning Show at their campus. It was an excellent opportunity for parents to venture into the life of students and teachers at Ekya School and understand its unique learning philosophy.  The goal of this Learning Showcase was to accentuate the students' work through displays. It was a good platform for the parents to interact with the students, as they demonstrated their school work and provided a deeper understanding of the Ekya Curriculum.   Students across various grades interacted with parents and shed light on scientific experiments, logical reasoning, usage of technology, and exhibited their zeal. Usage of stringed instruments too was observed as a part of the scientific experiments. Parents gave affirmations to the work of students and the Learning Showcase display hosted by Ekya School, BTM Layout. In addition to academics, co-curricular activities were also displayed. Various clubs at the school such as Debate club, Theater club, Western and Indian Music, etc. demonstrated their work at the Learning Showcase and parents were impressed by such a display of talent. The patterns of art and painting were exhibited in a neat and cordial manner. The intricate work displayed by both students and the teacher was appreciated by everyone. The sports corner received special attention from the parents. The co-curricular activities held throughout the year were displayed and it was really eye-catching.   The School had also arranged for a display of some interesting books and science models from external organizations for students and parents. The Learning Showcase at the BTM Layout campus was a great success as it enabled the parents to take a look at the learning areas of their children. It was an excellent opportunity for parents to gain clarity about their child's education.

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The ‘YES’ Behind The ‘NO’ Sequel – Mathangi Rajasekaran, Teacher At Ekya JP Nagar

The Yes behind the No - Sequel

How often have you received a NO for one or more of your requests or questions? Several times! What do you start feeling when the “door” of No is closed on to you? Your feelings might open up; Embarrassment, Anger, Sadness, Irritation!! And That’s quite natural. And Why do you feel what you feel? Some of your needs are not met because of the “NO”. Let us understand this with the help of an example. Vanita(wife) to Prakash(husband):  May I skip that family function? Prakash: NO. Vanita is angry at the “No” she just heard. A typical response when one is angry is either to dig up any past unpleasant experience or raise one’s voice or start judging the other person. What if Vanita could handle her anger, calm down and ask herself “ What is Prakash saying “Yes” to?”. The conversation could be something like this. Vanita: Prakash, I see that you are keen I come along with you to the family function? What is it that you are keen about? Prakash: I need your company and want to attend the function as a couple. Vanita: I need some rest and there are a lot of chores to be done before I can step out. At this juncture, both Vanita and Prakash have stated their needs. Now, it’s up to them how they would like to fulfill each of their needs. Prakash could assist Vanita in the chores or Vanita could push the chores to some other day. There are several ways both their needs can be handled.  If nothing works out, Vanita could still say a “ No” and stick to it. The trick : The whole trick is to identify and manage the initial emotions that arise when one hears a ‘NO”. You may then identify the “Yes” behind that “No”.   Step 1: Identify your emotions and acknowledge it. Step 2: Identify the “Yes” behind that “ No”. Step 3: Talk it out. The Steps to managing a “No” Step 1: Identify your emotions and acknowledge it. Managing emotions involves identifying the emotions and acknowledging it in your mind. Following examples give you an idea of how exactly it could be done.
  1. “I am feeling sad that my dad refused to buy me a new game.”
  2. “I am angry that my leave request was rejected. I wanted to go on holiday with my friends.”
  3. “I am embarrassed the security rejected my entry into the apartment.”
And it’s so natural to feel what you feel when you hear a “ No”. Acknowledge it and empathize with yourself. Step 2: Identify the “Yes” behind that “ No” Now that you have identified and managed your emotions (and it’s not as simple as it logically sounds here!), pause and ask yourself “ What is the “ Yes” behind the “ No”?”. Here is an example of how it works. (This is an actual conversation between me and my 11-year-old son.) Child: Amma, Could you download a game for me? Me: Hmmm, Well, I am not for it Child (voice raised): Do you know that other children do not ask their parents before downloading the game?  Please, Amma. Me: I am sticking to my No. Child (calms down, thinks and then….): Amma, what are your worries about downloading the game for me? As you see, the child is exploring the “ Yes” behind my “ No”. Step 3: Talk it out. Once you have explored the “Yes” behind the “No”, talk it out. While I said “No” to the new game, I said “Yes” to studying, eating on time, healthy eyesight etc. We then got to discussing and found a solution. My “ No” turned into a “Yes” with several riders attached to it! Are these steps so easy and logical as they sound?   A big No! How exactly can you then manage the “No” and master your emotions associated with it? Well! Only by failing to manage it a couple of times!! You may want to adopt a process of self- reflection after each emotionally charged unsuccessful “No” experience. Your self-reflection could involve the following questions :
  1. Did the “No” carry me over to an emotional upheaval?
  2. Did I identify the “Yes” behind the “No”?
  3. Did I talk about my needs and the other person’s needs as well?
  4. Could I have responded differently?
  5. Did my reaction arise out of judging the other person?  
  6. Did any of my beliefs limit my response? Could those beliefs be changed?
  7. Do I need to get back to that person and resolve it?
Going through this self-reflection process after an unpleasant “No” experience would fine-tune your response mechanism to future “ No”s. The Final Word : A “ No” to your request is a “Yes” to something else. Identifying that “Yes” can help you deal with the “No” or sometimes even help you convert it to a “Yes”. Despite following the steps 1 to 3 as suggested above, the “No” might not change to a “Yes”. Do we get everything that we wish for? Not always? So, dust the “No”, relax and move on. I leave you with this quote from Dodinsky “The key to being happy is knowing you have the power to choose what to accept and what to let go.”  So, accept the “No” and let go of the unpleasant emotions associated with it. Cheers! Mathangi R, Educator, Ekya J P Nagar
Here is part 1 of The 'YES' Behind The 'NO' :
https://www.ekyaschools.com/ekya-blog/yes-behind-no-ms-mathangi-rajasekaran-teacher-ekya-school-jp-nagar

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