NewsLetter 2020-21

SPECIAL The Manthan Dispatch POINTS OF INTEREST: VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 FEBRUARY 2021  Foundational years The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new.  Preparatory years As our academic year draws to a close, we have much to celebrate and many happy memories. This academic year  Middle and Second- had brought into sharp focus on what is really important in ary years our lives. Despite the challenges, frustrations and difficul- ties caused by the current situation, we have emerged  Major Highlights more resilient and with greater appreciation of what we do have, and not what we do not have. We would like to  Teacher Fraternity thank you for your ongoing support. We could not have Achievements offered such a rich education to our students without the continuing effort and assistance you all gave. It is wonderful  Creativity at its to end the year on the highlights and new initiatives the best school took despite odd circumstances. INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Message from 3 Mrs. Poonam Kumar Mendiratta Preprimary Head mistress Sensory Path Way 3 Virtual School-a 4 look at learning Message from Pri- 7 Karadi Kaksha Baatcheet mary Coordinator A webinar series was started with an Karadi the bear, who lives in the aim to acquaint the young generation Cultural Heritage 7 forests of India and loves to tell with various professions. Famous stories came to the virtual world personalities from different walks of Message from Mid- 12 of our students to entertain them. life were in candid conversation with dle Wing Coordi- The students engrossed in his the principal . nator world of huge repertoire of tales and fables feel immersed in the Mr. Idris Ahmed richness of English language. Photographer Message from Sen- 19 ior Mistress Mr. Hafeez Contractor Architect Mr. Madan Lal Cricketer

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PAGE 3 I feel truly privileged to ing puzzles, participating in innovative ideas. Overall, the have such a committed and group discussions, reciting guidelines laid down by NEP Vibrancy of Pre- vibrant team and take this and telling stories. The joyful 2020 are incorporated in Primary Wing opportunity to ensure that activities are created for each these foundational years. each child at Pre Primary domain of learning with the receives the best possible utmost care and extensive Ms. Pooja Bajaj education in their formative research. The physical spaces years. The individual child is in the Pre Primary wing are encouraged to reach her/his designed to stimulate learning full potential. The dedicat- in various concepts. Art, mu- ed, hardworking and expe- sic, sports and dance are an rienced team of teachers integral part of our curricu- works towards creating a safe lum. In the library, stories and nurturing environment come alive as teachers facili- for the students. Here, the tate and encourage role-play, children are seen playing with pretend play, story dramatiza- blocks, dancing, drawing, solv- tion and free expression for “All of us do not have equal talent, but all of us should have an equal opportunity to develop those talents.” John F. Kennedy Sensory growing years we have real- noticeable changes are seen in Path ized that the children stay the students who experience more focused on learning frustration, anger or other A sensory path is a series of when they are given a chance sensory overloads during a guided movements for kids to to wriggle, fidget, and move learning activity. This has follow, shown by markings on around. The sensory area in helped them to refocus when the ground or walls. In these our school helps the kids to they come back to their refocus their energy through desks. out the day. The teachers take the students through a hallway between activities and THE MANTHAN DISPATCH

‘Manthan Master Chefs’ The foundational years in its crux believes that education is immense with a plethora of benefits such as better social skills, increased confi- dence levels, greater coordination and creativity. In these unprece- dented times the students tried their hands in the fireless cooking with their parents and a result bonded with them in a better way. ‘Celebrating Festivals’ We, believe in celebrating festi- vals as an integral part of our daily teachings. Festivals are a way to connect with one’s cul- ture, as well as communicate with other cultures. Various National and Religious festivals were celebrated where students recited poems, sang songs and created several craft work. On one hand they decorated diyas for Diwali and on the other made paper Santas. ‘Learning made Fun’ “When we learn In these tough times the teachers got the tough get going by with joy we never providing the learning experiences that were not only rich but also forget.” stimulating. The neural connections were activated by helping students to reach higher level of cognitive functions and improved language and motor skills with various planned activities. THE MANTHAN DISPATCH

‘Keep-A-Trying Till at last we own the prize That belongs to him who tries Who, with hope through thick and thin Keep-a-trying THE MANTHAN DISPATCH

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VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 The growing up learning years The students are encouraged to assessment they become effective, begins with the premise that stu- take responsibility and ownership self regulated learners who can act dents are agents of their own of their learning. They develop on constructive feedback. learning and partners in the learn- knowledge, conceptual under- ing process. We are into building standings, skills and the attributes A kaleidoscope of activities which character, enriching minds and to make a difference in their own cater to learning, adventures and varied experiences that lasts a life lives, their communities and be- creativities will serve as a stepping time. Our main focus is to educate yond. They also collaborate with stone towards many milestones and bring an emerging generation teachers to deepen understanding which we aim to cover in the which possesses a global perspec- and increase their confidence and pursuit of holistic development of tive and positive contributors to self motivation. Through active each and every child. the community. engaging in integrated ongoing Ms. Chhavi Swarup Seven this in curriculum is to others. It is our responsibility to Sisters acquaint our students keep world history intact for the of India with the need to pre- coming generations so that they serve our cultural may have the same opportunities heritage and under- to learn about the past and their stand the significance roots as we have. or importance of the same. Layers of Sand Cultural Heritage is an expression As an institution we understand of the ways of living developed by the importance of saving our her- a community and passed on from itage and try to generate the generation to generation, including awareness and the ethics of its customs, practices, places, objects, care in study curriculum. We artistic expressions and values. make the students understand that The major objectives of including the best way to preserve our cul- tural heritage is to share it with THE MANTHAN DISPATCH

‘Road Safety’ In today’s world road and transport has become an integral part of every human being. Everyone is a road user in one shape or the other. To create an aware- ness with the young generation for under- standing the importance of road safety a poster making activity was conducted. Students enthusiasm was praise worthy. ‘Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat’ There is no country like India, quite as diverse, multi lingual and multi cultural, yet bound together by the ancient bounds of shared traditions, culture and ‘Learning by Doing’ values. To strengthen these bonds of shared traditions, cul- Keeping these words of John ture and values the students Dewey in mind that ‘ Education is came dressed up in traditional not an affair of telling and being attires representing various re- told, but an active and construc- gions and speaking the same tive process’ the students of dialect. It was a step to encour- Grade 4 created layers of soil. age reciprocity and secure an This activity demanded thinking enrich value system of unity and learning resulted naturally. amongst people of different States in a culturally special country like INDIA. ‘Food Crafting’ Fruits and vegetable carving is an exemplary form of art. This art dates back to 13th century and had its origin in Sukothai, now in central Thailand. Carv- ing makes food more attractive and appetizing because the taste gets amplified when the presentation becomes elegant. Here at The Manthan School our ideologies are very well reflected in well planned activi- ties for the students. During this activity students bellied up with fascinating pieces of art. THE MANTHAN DISPATCH

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 ‘Work Wins’ Know what you want. Keep your mind always on it. Remember that work wins in the wind. The students with the help of their mentor teachers brought laurels to themselves and to school. THE MANTHAN DISPATCH

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 The Kite There is something magical about the moment a kite takes flight and soars in the skies. In many ways, the kite represents the actualization of dreams and possibilities. The last session has seen our school community come together to actualize many such dreams, that have been months in the making. This year end edition is a tribute to our students and staff who with their creative striving and unique abilities have brought possibilities to life. THE MANTHAN DISPATCH

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PAGE 12 Ms. Ashima Hooda At The Manthan, we aim to curriculum stimulated curiosi- jects. The students were encour- give our students a complete ty in the young impressiona- aged and appreciated for adding learning experience. For us ble minds and equipped them their thoughts and unique ap- education is not merely about with tools to be a better proaches during various activities books and syllabus but it is learner. The teachers worked that allowed them to express, beyond classroom. tirelessly on to facilitate the observe, explore, experiment, ask cultivation of a healthy questions, and to think out of the This year we explored ingen- thought process and groom box. ious online apps like Padlet, the cognitive abilities along Jam Board, Kahoot, Flip Grid with creative and critical These years are a significant phase to keep the virtual classes thinking to analyse and take of development-a time of rapid engaging as students were responsible actions for com- social and emotional growth and attending classes from homes. plex problems. We indulged we work in bringing the balance The disorientation in the and involved them in multidis- between both. beginning of session was ciplinary activities and pro- clearly visible from their par- jects to endeavor the diverse ticipation. But, our designed perspectives of learning sub- “ You can teach a Conducting youth parliament sessions students a lesson in schools is to make the youth under- stand the parliamentary proceedings. for a day, but if Students are given insights into the you teach him to working of parliament. They are also learn by creating made to consider public issues and curiosity, he will form their opinions on them. Grade 9 and 10 students presented a virtual continue the parliament session where they dis- learning process cussed on public issues like cyber crime, manual scavenging, line of actu- as long as he al control, corona and drugs. lives.” Understanding The SDG’s also known as the realize the relevance of these SDG’s Global Goals were adopted as goals more in these unprece- a universal call to action to dented times. The students end poverty, protect the plan- created posters under SDG 3: et and ensure that all people Good Health and Well-being enjoy peace and prosperity by to create awareness for 2030. A series of webinars COVID-19. At the end a quiz were conducted for Grade 6- was conducted to check the 10 students explaining them understanding of these goals the importance and relevance with the students. of SDG’s. They were made to T H E M A N TTHHAEN MDAI NS PT AH TACNH D I S P A T C H

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 PAGE 13 ‘Earthian Project’ ‘Mental Health Day’ Earthian is a nationwide initiative to This pandemic has been very testing deepen the sustainability education for everyone especially children who within schools across the country. The were forced to sit in homes World students of Grade 7 & 8 carried out this Mental Health day is observed every project . The objective was to provide year on 10th October. Through various exposure to multiple perspectives, activities the students were acquainted develop an interconnected understand- with the importance of keeping them- ing of different disciplines. With such selves mentally fit and strong. activities the aim is to create a network of young leaders with the awareness, knowledge, commitment and potential to meet the challenges of environmental sustainability. ‘Celebrations’ ‘Earth Day’ Celebrations infuse life with passion The Earth saviours of The and purpose. They summon the human Manthan School made posters spirit and to keep propel this spirit all and took a pledge to recognize the national days and festivals were the limits of our resources celebrated virtually. The ardour and with need for adequate food, keenness to perform was reflected in air, water, shelter, health, each and every enterprise. protection, justice and self- fulfillment. T H E MTAHNET MH AA NN TDHIAS NP ADTICS HP A T C H

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 PAGE 14 ‘Tribute to our Bravehearts’ Atal Scouts and Lakshmi Bai guides paid their homage to Indian soldiers who laid their lives for our protection. The students dressed in their uniforms with lighted candles saluted our bravehearts. ‘‘The will to win’ If you want a thing bad enough to go out and fight for it, Work day and night for it, give up your time and your peace and your sleep for it. We believe that winners are not born they are made and the tireless efforts of students and teachers made it possible by winning in various inter schools. T H E MTAHNET MH AA NN TDHIAS NP ADTICS HP A T C H

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 PAGE 15 Ved Vyasa asked for Lord Ganesha’s help in writing the epic, Mahabharta, while he narrated the verse. The God of knowledge agreed on the condition that the sage would finish reciting the verse without a pause, and Lord Ganesha would write without taking a break. While transcribing one of the greatest epics known to mankind, Lord Ganesha’s quill broke. Without a pause, he broke one of his tusks, and continued writing the epic for the greater good of mankind, We must imbibe this lesson of undeterred effort from him to succeed in all our endeavours. T H E MT AH NE TMHAANNT DH IASNP ADTI CS PHA T C H

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 PAGE 16 ‘EDGE 2020’ Jashn-e-azadi Virtual Inter school competition was organized on 15th August 2020. Many students of different reputed schools participated and showcased their true potential in various competitions. The stu- dents showed their credence in all the competi- tions and kept the spirit of Independence high. ‘Hum Fit toh India Fit’ ‘Webinars Galore’ ‘How to live’ ought to be the first pillar Guest Speaker Program gives students a of formal education. We endeavoured wider and newer perspective of major in teaching and practicing the art of happenings. Various guests conducted taking care of one’s body and health online webinars and gave an insight to daily. The students were involved in our students. practising yoga and exercising for their fitness. Dr. Srividya (Organizational and So- Ms. Nithya Nair cial Psychologist) Webinar on Careers Story Teller Dr. Ashish Mathur Manthan Book (Assistant Professor Amity Club– Story University) session Webinar on Nano Technology ‘Subject Weeks’ Math Week Subject weeks are fun for the partici- sense by promoting art pants as they focus on quality outcomes, integration. supportive of curriculum and encour- ages the participants to learn and raise English Week the general profile of subjects. They ensure the ideology of happy classroom and helps in developing the artistic T H E MTAHNE TMH AA NN T DH IAS NP ADTI CS HP A T C H

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 PAGE 17 Social Science Week French Week German Week Science Week Spanish Week ‘INSPIRE AWARDS’ Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE) aims to motivate stu- dents to pursue Science and a career in Research. This year 4 out of 5 projects got selected and students along with their men- tors are working on preparing the proto- type to showcase. Navigation system for Blind People Air Carbon Ink Fall detection wearable Multi role action drone T H E MTAHNET HM AA NN TDHI AS PNA DT ICSHP A T C H band

VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 PAGE 18 Mrs. Poonam Kumar Mendiratta, Mr. Naresh Kandpal, District General Secretary, Greater Noida and also member of Indian Health and CBSE Resource Person, conducted more than Sports Organisation 50 workshops Ms. Monu Sharma, recipient Ms. Sasi Prabha, Certified Ms. Maniksha Gaurav, International Baccalaureate IT Guru Award—2020 CELTA teacher Middle Year Program Science Category 1 Ms. Ashima Hooda, Certified ‘Teacher Professional Development’ Teacher Trainer; CEFR B2 in English Proficiency The entire Fraternity believes in up skilling themselves from time to time to impart quality education to the students. Various workshops are organized to provide in-service training to all the faculty members. The challenges faced by the teachers pave a way to learning opportunities which help them to develop necessary inquiry skills. The faculty members make reasoned decisions fostering the development of critically reflective practitioners. The school culture is developed in such a way that every one is involved in the appraisal of their own learning. T H E MTAHNE T MH AA NN TDHIAS NP ADTICS HP A T C H

Ms. Sanu Gupta We are in 21st century where each one Science, Commerce and Arts the child has of us needs to focus on child-centred also an option of Vocational stream. We are education and learning. We believe in committed to provide excellent education creating confident students who are opportunities to students. inquirer, risk-taker, reflective and think- er. Senior Secondary School is a time The Covid-19 pandemic has given us an for teens to learn valuable skills for life fortuity to explore the opportunities and from peers and professionals. Through tensions provided by the interconnected- various informal and formal activities we ness of our world and the impact of decision prepare the students for the world of making on humankind and the environment. work. By providing a broad spectrum of Through the entire session of 20-21 we let subject combinations from Grade 11 the students explore the connections of man made systems and ecosystem by con- onwards the focus is on creating inde- ducting various activities and webinars. As a pendent thinkers who make careful school community we believe that this is the and informed choices. In these years age when this young generation need to our focus is to develop their ability to understand the rights and wrongs and apply knowledge to real-life situations. evolve as a leader, we as facilitator provide Beside, choosing from various subjects them with ample opportunity. offered from the three main streams i.e STREAMS SCIENCE COMMERCE HUMANITIES VOCATIONAL COMPULSORY English SUBJECTS Physics English English English (All Three) Chemistry Accountancy Political Science Painting Business Studies Sociology Fashion Studies OPTIONAL Maths / Bio Tech / SUBJECT 1 Psychology/Home Sci- Maths / Information Prac- Maths / Information Home Science / (Choose any 1) ence /Hindi tices /Physical Education / Practices / Physical Information Prac- Painting / Psychology / Education / Psycholo- tices / Physical Home Science gy /Hindi / Home Sci- Education ence OPTIONAL Biology/ Physical Edu- Economics / Physical Edu- Psychology / Econom- Physical Educa- SUBJECT 2 cation / Computer cation / Information Prac- ics / Physical Educa- tion / Yoga / Mar- (Choose any 1) Science / Painting / tices / Yoga / Marketing tion / Information keting Economics / Bio-tech / Practices / Yoga / Mar- Yoga / Marketing keting 06th SUBJECT Painting / Physical Edu- Painting / Physical Educa- Painting / Physical Edu- Physical Educa- (Choose any 1) cation /Hindustani Mu- tion / Hindustani Music cation / Hindustani tion / Hindustani sic Vocal / Marketing / Vocal / Marketing / Yoga / Music Vocal / Market- Music Vocal / Yoga / Fashion Stud- Fashion Studies / Artificial ing / Yoga / Fashion Marketing / Yo- ies / Artificial Intelli- Intelligence Studies / Artificial In- ga / Fashion Stud- gence telligence ies / Artificial Intelligence T H E MTAHNE T MH AA NN TDHIAS NP ADTICS HP A T C H

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“ I am self sufficient and that's International Connections Community Connections what makes me unbeatable.” Fastened with Fondness A Call to Action Working for the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, Achintya Mishra of Grade 6 and The students and staff of Areum Middle The school joined with Monish Prakash of Grade 8 created School, South Korea demonstrated their CANSUPPORT’s virtual walk Mobile Apps. One App highlights the true concern and friendship by sending for life for care of cancer pa- major points of NEP 2020. This App is masks and letters during COVID-19 tients. basically designed for rural users and is period. in both English and Hindi. Korean Cultural Centre Director visited Second App is to revive the handloom the school to handover the things to the industry of India. This App showcases principal. the famous handlooms of different states with its origin and history. UPCOMING EVENTS Graduation Day 18 March, 2021 (Fledglings) Parent Orientation 06 March, 2021 Graduation Day 19 March, 2021 (Grade 5) www.themanthanschool.co.in 09999116600 www.facebook.com/themanthanschoolgreaternoidawest [email protected] T H E MTAHNE T MH AA NN TDHIAS NP ADTICS HP A T C H