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Ekya / November 30, 2021 Posted by : administrator

Source: The Hans India

Since teachers get to be around so many unique kids of all ages, there is no doubt they have heard and seen some truly comedic things. On this Children’s Day, Young Hans has asked some teachers to share the funny incidents they have experienced during online classes.

One such instance was about the discussion of house-warming ceremony, arrangements and the people to be invited for the same. This created a wide uproar and a topic of laughter throughout the day when students kept asking the child whether they were invited. Also, pursue with their parents to send the invite to them. The conversation of the same was caught live and students had a hearty laugh at the same. Indeed, it was hilarious.

— Rajalakshmi P S, Teacher, Orchids- The International School,Jubilee Hills In my online English language class. The source of the interruption was one of my students who was apparently playing an online video game alongside the online lesson. He had probably forgotten to mute himself. In order to enjoy this sudden burst of energy in my superstar student, I gestured everyone discreetly to remain quiet. The verbal ‘hitting’ and ‘kicking’ continued for a while and we all had our share of laughs.

— Himani Mehta, TGT, Seth Anandram Jaipuria School, Vasundhara, Ghaziabad There was a child, who was practicing her dialogue along with the parent who was trying to translate the same in Hindi, who got unmuted. The video of the child was on, and the parent was unaware of this. The moment it was heard by the children, all started laughing and when she was called out by the teacher to mute herself, the student and the parent realised, that the video and the mic were on, they excused themselves and left class immediately.

—Manisha Shelke, Teacher, Orchids – The International School, Jubilee Hills During one of the ‘Me and My World’ sessions online, I was recapitulating the concept taught. I asked one of the students what helps fish breathe. The student thought for a while and then tried to enact breathing like a fish, with her mouth. This was very unexpected and all the students along with their parents started laughing.

— Pratima, Principal, SMVM (Deeksha STEM), Bengaluru Children were asked to dress up as their favourite cartoon characters. Children had come dressed up as various characters. One of the kids dressed up as a warrior. Each one of the kids expressed why they had dressed up as this particular character and what they believe Childrens’ Day stood for. To which that kid wittily replied “I have dressed up as a warrior, because children are saviors of the world. To save the world we celebrate Children’s Day.

— Iram Jaffer, haman Bhartiya School, Bengaluru Once while delivering a lecture, a student accidentally got unmuted, and his words made me realise that as I was engrossed in explaining the topic. I realised that I had superseded the time by 10 minutes. He said, “Mumma lagta hai, aaj Sir lunch nahin karne denge, abhi class end nahin hua hai, kuch jyada hi learning ho rahi hai” (It seems Mumma, today, Sir, won’t let me have my lunch. The class is not over yet. Too much learning is taking place).

—Dr Nalin Jha, Chief Manager Academic Delivery & Operations, Times Professional Learning A common problem that we have been facing is network issues where our screen “freezes” and we become statues. One such day, I had a horrid internet connection and a student exclaimed, “Miss, you’ve frozen!” As I switched to the hotspot and had a slightly more stable connection, another student quips, “Miss, now you’ve defrosted!”

— Shreya Bhagattjee, Teacher, Jasudben ML School Khar, Mumbai At times, during breakfast club, when Pictionary is played, we find kids coming up with the weirdest imaginative ideas possible. It starts with someone making a very unlikely guess about the hint and then other students build upon it and completely twist the whole idea into a funny one. For example, once a ukulele was drawn for the kids to guess and they ended up guessing a horse, a ladle and a lollipop, etc.

—Samadrita Majumdar, Teacher,Ekya School, Byrathi, Bengaluru During my online session, one of the funniest incidents was while taking the class one child unmuted herself and said, ‘Mam he is my pet dog and he also loves to attend your session’ so can he sit next to me and attend the class. I replied, ‘Yes dear sure but kindly get the admission done. Everyone in the class started laughing.

—Jain Pooja, Teacher, Always on Learning (AOL) School, Bangalore The lovely incident which happened was during the ‘Young Entrepreneurs Day. A child who had a Food stall, herself started to eat the food displayed without realising the camera was on.

— Radhiya Das, MSB Educational Institute, Pune One incident which I vividly remember was when students had discovered the ‘freeze extension’ feature which they were using to freeze their videos to trick the teacher into thinking that they might be facing a network issue. However, one day to avoid answering a question, a student just sat still facing the screen trying to imitate a frozen screen unaware of the fact that his fan was still on in the background. This incident was indeed extremely funny and will always be in our fond memories

— Jyothi K, Principal, The Samhita Academy, Bengaluru

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Ekya / May 24, 2023

Fun in Sun: Ekya School Summer camps designed for children to Explore, Learn & Play

Source: Brain Feed
Summer camps are a great way for children to spend their holidays in a meaningful and productive manner. These camps not only provide a fun and enjoyable experience but also offer opportunities for children to learn and develop new skills. They allow children to learn new skills, make new friends and have fun while staying active and engaged. With this in mind, Ekya Schools and CMR NPS organized series of camps with an array of activities planned that cater to a range of interests and ages. The camps are being led by experienced and qualified instructors ensuring safety, enjoyable experience and engaging environment for children across ages. The camp began with a meaningful excursion to Munnar as a part of the Outbound Learning Pogram organized for children of Ekya Schools and CMR NPS exclusively, where children got to trek, go kayaking, watching and learning tea picking, and learning the process of tea making, enjoying the natural surroundings of tea estates, activities like raft building, watching martial arts of Kerala, etc. At Ekya Schools and CMR NPS, keeping in mind the benefits of organizing summer camps for its students, they have started offering a variety of courses and skill-based activities. Customized activities like LEGO Robotics / Coding and Robotics, Public speaking and creative writing skills, Art Courses like Drama & Speech, Theatre, Sculpturing and Art on bottle, Warli Art, Paper Mache Pots, etc. Performing arts like Hip-hop dance, Indian Modern dance, Sports activities like Swimming, Basketball, Skating, Karate, and many such personality development programmes have been a part of Summer Camps for students of Ekya, CMR NPS and others who wish to participate. Camps are held on several Ekya School campuses. The best part is that kids from any school may come to our campus, participate in camps and have a good learning and fun time by enrolling into the Summer Camps. Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Anamika Radhakrishnan, Head – Student Development, Ekya Schools said, “The summer camps at Ekya School and CMR NPS are designed to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow. Our educational programs are specifically tailored to develop cognitive and social skills and focus on physical fitness and overall wellbeing. Through various activities, we aim to encourage children to be active and engage in physical exercise, which is crucial for their holistic development. With a team of experienced and qualified educators, we are dedicated to providing a high-quality education that equips children with the necessary skills to succeed in the 21st century. At Ekya Schools, we are committed to creating a learning environment that fosters children’s holistic development.”

Ekya / May 24, 2023

Bee-lieve it! Students of EKYA School introduced to the new Bee Hotel Initiative to promote sustainability

Source: Education World
While options for summer camps are aplenty, Ekya school in Bengaluru is offering its students an innovative summer assignment- to raise bees. To encourage sustainability initiatives and promote the importance of environmental conservation, Ekya Schools has collaborated with the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) in their one-of-a-kind ‘Bee Hotels’ initiative. Interested students from all five branches of Ekya have opted for the Bee Hotel and will be participating in the activity. These bee hotels will be looked after by the students during the summer vacation. This initiative targets studying solitary bees in Bengaluru. Experts believe that unlike honeybees, solitary bees do not build hives or display any aggressive behaviour, making it safe for children. Ekya School Byrathi hosted an interactive talk about conserving biodiversity in cities where students interacted with researchers from ATREE. Dr Tristha Ramamurthy, Founder of Ekya Schools and Provost, CMR University, said, “We have introduced the Bee Hotels as we firmly believe in the importance of transcending the limits of the classroom and raising our students’ awareness of the world they inhabit. Moreover, the Bee Hotel initiative engages the entire family by facilitating collective learning about sustainability and conservation”. “We believe that our students must understand the impact of their actions on the environment,” said Smriti Agarwal, Head of School, Ekya School Byrathi. “By implementing this initiative, we are not only creating a secure environment for bees but also educating our students about the significance of sustainability and conservation.” Students will be recording their observations on the Bee Hotel App. These observations will help further the research program at ATREE to integrate these important pollinators into urban life.

Ekya / May 24, 2023

Gautam Aravindan: A Compassionate Youth Paving the Way for Robotics With A Purpose

Source: Edugraph

The soft hum of electronics filled the air as Gautam Aravindan tinkered with his latest creation in his room. It was a 3-degree of freedom (DOF) camera positioning system for machine vision, and it was his most ambitious project yet. As just a second-year PU student at CMR National Pre-University College, ITPL, Gautam had already made significant strides in the field of robotics and electronics, driven by a passion that had sparked in him at a young age.

Recently, he presented his projects in electronics, robotics, and single-board computers at CMR National PU College. The session covered basic sensors and actuators, delved into the world of robotics using a robotic arm controlled using a Raspberry Pi and a remote control, and discussed the exciting potential of single-board computers. Gautam conducted the session to spread awareness to his peers regarding the amazing potential of the world of robots and computing and that there are no age constraints to building robots. He hoped to have inspired his peers to explore it further.

It all started when Gautam saw a robot on TV and was fascinated by its functionalities. From that moment, his interest in electronics and computing only grew, leading him to explore distinct ventures of robotics and ultimately becoming a field he wished to pursue when he grew older. With the COVID-19 pandemic keeping him indoors, Gautam utilized his time to learn the fundamentals required to build projects related to electronics, robotics, and single-board computers.

Amidst the pandemic, Gautam upskilled himself and expanded his knowledge, creating several impressive projects. From a Laser Security system for safety purposes to a reverse parking system using a Raspberry Pi single-board computer, he had done it all. He had even created several 3-D printed and designed home-based products, such as laptops and mobile stands.

During his journey, Gautam encountered various challenges that strengthened his persistence and determination to achieve his goals. For example - Amid the pandemic, when he couldn't access the required components for his projects, he dismantled his old toys and repurposed them for his work. And with every challenge after that, Gautam's unwavering dedication towards his projects sharpened his problem-solving abilities.

Amongst his numerous projects, Gautam had a particular social concern he wished to address using robotics and electronics - the growing necessity for elderly care. Gautam believes these fields have a wide range of applications and could be used to solve several real-world problems and assist in research ventures. He hopes to address this issue by building a robotic companion for the elderly based on their respective needs.

For people interested in learning more about robotics, technology, and computers, here’s what Gautam suggests - “Explore these ventures in-depth using the Internet. Take advantage of e-learning platforms that offer paid and free courses with certification. Get hands-on exposure by building projects - using beginner electronics kits which are easily accessible on e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart, etc”.

Gautam Aravindan's dedication to electronics, robotics, and single-board computers is impressive, and his work is an inspiration to many. His passion for these fields has led him to undertake several impressive projects and has given him a broader perspective on the role of these technologies in society. His work on building a robotic companion for the elderly is a testament to his commitment to solving real-world problems through technology. Gautam's journey in this field is one to watch out for, and we look forward to seeing what he accomplishes next.

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Natasha Chetan – A sports star in the making from Bengaluru

Source: Easy Shiksha

Natasha Chetan, a sports enthusiast, started her sports practice at a young age with a determination of creating history, is all set to realise her dream. The 8th grader from Ekya School JP Nagar, recently won the Sub Junior State Ranking Snooker & Billiards tournaments organised by KSBA (Karnataka State Billiards Association) and she will be representing the state at the national level.

Natasha held her first cue at a tender age of 10, inspired by seeing her mother play the game at Bangalore Club. Natasha developed a liking for the game since then and she pursued it further. Soon Natasha started to ace the game winning various tournaments. She has also participated in the Chinese pool tournament held in Malaysia.

Billiards, snooker and all cue sports require precision, accuracy, stillness, patience and excellent hand-eye coordination. This is what enthrals Natasha about the game and she is all set for the new challenge. Her determined pursuit of excellence in sports has led her this far.

For the past three years, Natasha has been practicing for 3 hours every day under the able guidance of her coach, Pranit Ramchandani of Sight Right Cue Sports India. Now, most of her time is dedicated to practicing with her focus on the national championship. 

About Ekya Schools:

Ekya Schools (ekyaschools.com) offers world-class education using modern pedagogic learning methods to ensure well-rounded students. Established in 2010, it has four schools and nearly 2800 students. Drawing on the legacy of CMR Group of Institutions, Ekya Schools are imparting innovative, application-rich education by using their in-house developed curriculum. Ekya’s vision is to provide real-world learning experiences facilitated by passionate educators, to prepare students for bigger challenges in life. Ekya empowers young minds, driving them to make a difference in the world. A host of features makes the schools’ curriculum unique and exemplary. It is on par with the global curriculum – learning is fun-filled, contemporary, and meaningful: insightful, real-world methods of understanding and application. For senior students (14-16yrs) Cambridge IGCSE model is followed as it is recognized by leading employers and universities worldwide.

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