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ccacoordinator / March 15, 2019 Posted by : editor

The Women’s Day celebrations at Ekya School BTM Layout were exuberant. The women staff painted the campus pink as they came dressed for the occasion. An occasion to glorify the strength of the women to work without pause.

The expert speakers for the day Ms. Saraswati Ramamoorthy, and Ms. Ashwini encouraged the women at Ekya School BTM Layout with their motivational speeches.

Ms.Saraswati, a woman entrepreneur in the field of education owns an education firm named LEARNING MATTERS. She addressed the teachers about the challenges that working women face every day. She appreciated the teachers for nurturing responsible citizens.

Ms.Ashwini an advocate by profession, spoke about the rewarding experiences a teacher gets along with her paycheque.

The ‘women at work’, by the end of the day, came together to celebrate their day by relishing various delicacies.     

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ccacoordinator / 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

ccacoordinator / 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

ccacoordinator / 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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A fun trip to Grameen Camp – Ashmita Hakkalamani,Dhruv Rajesh Sakala, Manya Bhaskar – Grade 5, Ekya School JP Nagar

Our trip to Grameen Camp started with excitement and joy. We all had come loaded with snacks and started sharing and enjoying it with our friends immediately after boarding the bus. We had been thinking about this trip ever since it was announced to us. The anxiousness made us feel the journey to Grameen camp longer than it was. The happiness was visible on everyone's face as soon as we reached our destination. We were delighted by the sight of farm animals at the entrance. We walked past them and were directed to the cafeteria where we were served with amazing food. After the tasty breakfast, we were divided into groups and each group was asked to wear different color bands.  Our tour guide was full of energy and shared some exciting vibe with the group. We played ‘lagori’ in a new way. We were directed to a small, open play area and were split into two teams. Our tour guide showed us how to play their version of the game, lagori. We were fully involved and enjoying the game, but it was time to end it and move towards the next activity. We then headed to the ‘Jungle Gym’. We were sent into free play and we messed around with everything possible. Later all the groups gathered together for lunch. We headed to the cafeteria where lunch was served to us. Just like breakfast, it tasted amazing! After lunch, we continued with the free play. We played with tire swings, rods to walk on, ladder, ropes, and a tree house. We tried to sling-shot a paint can and climb trees. We were also taught to play marbles. It was a fun, quick game. Some of us found certain games hard but overcame their fears with the help of their friends.  This was just the beginning, there were a whole lot of activities planned for the day.  We were taken to ‘Madake Mane’ – the pottery house where we met a potter in the hut. He spun a wheel on the floor with a stick which was poked into a half hole, it amazed us all! Then, he slapped some clay onto the wheel and shaped the clay like he had years of experience. In a few seconds, that lump of clay was a beautiful pot. Each of us was allowed to try our hand in pottery, even our teacher also tried it. It was such joy to get the hands dirty in clay.  Then we headed towards a small hut where we met a Carpenter. He spun a wooden rod and carved it using a blade. He then colored the perfect sphere he made using wax. The output was amazing and perfect. In the same hut, we got a chance to try using the old kitchen equipments and know more about the things used in the olden days. This was fun too.         Later, we were called for a ‘tractor ride’. This got us all very excited. We mounted the tractor that was parked outside the camp. We had a very bumpy, fun ride. We reached a small place under a tree and got off the tractor. We played funny games by combining our name. The result turned out to be very funny! We headed back to the tractor and reached the camp. It was time to head back home. We did not want to leave the ‘Grameen Camp’ but had to get back home in time. So we left packing all the good memories of the place.
By - Ashmita Hakkalamani, Dhruv Rajesh Sakala, Manya Bhaskar - Grade 5, Ekya School JP Nagar

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Author Ms Khyrunnisa A visits Ekya School JP Nagar

We all know about Butterfingers, right? the boy who manages to mess up anything he lays his hands on? But do we know who gave rise to him? It was a brilliant and creative mind of Ms. Khyrunnisa who brought this clumsy yet hilarious boy into our lives. We had the honor to have her pleasant acquaintance in our school.  We had no idea that her talk would make us roar with laughter. She started off by an amusing quote which was “Lecturers are people who talk in children’s dreams.” On this, not only us but even the teachers started to giggle and laugh. I was impressed and Ms.Khyrunnisa grabbed our attention by her sense of humor that made not only the students but teachers also laugh. She narrated the first of her 4 novels about Butterfingers. The first novel tells us the story of how Amar aka Butterfingers and his group of friends designed a unique game called “Crack It!” as their cricket gear gets swiped. It also reveals the departure of a certain character which was so well written that it even got a boy from 7th grade in tears. She also briefly narrated the story of her second book which goes something like this: 'The boys of Green Park School are obsessed with football and our dear Butterfingers has a brilliant idea which is to organize a football tournament where each class gets to play as a country. When they were taking suggestions from the boys of the class, Amar’s absent-minded friend, Arjun, suggests that even India should take part in this.' The author narrated the story of the rest of the books and none of us had any idea how forty minutes just flew by. When the skilled author was asked who was her inspiration, she revealed that it was her whole family. Everyone wanted to know more about her and asked some questions which, she, answered brilliantly. At the end of the session, she signed some books for us. The talk benefitted me as I learned how to add humor in my stories. This was truly a wonderful experience.
- by Mahashree G Das, Grade 6, Ekya School JP Nagar
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