Primary Newsletter Edition 4 (2021-22)

“ABILITY is what you’re capable of doing. MOTIVATION determines what you do. ATTITUDE determines how well you do it.” - Lou Holtz

Dear Parent The past two years have been years of trial and evolution. Covid taught us the value of resilience and continuous comprehensive progress. Whatever the students and teachers learnt in the year 2020 was mastered and perfected in 2021. The online learning opened new frontiers and also gave a new dimension to competing, preparation and emerging as winners. Students participated in various intra-class, inter-class and inter-school online events and brought laurels to the school. There was a definite improvement and progress made in the online mode of teaching – from assemblies to PTMs and many other normal school activities went on smoothly. The pandemic seems to have come to an end and things are now taking a turn for the better. We surely hope that with constant parental support, the new journey that we will now embark upon will be as smooth and easy as in the past. The school, teachers and the support staff wishes all the students best for the coming session. Aamita Saini Educator

So much to be grateful for… As we are about to reach the end of this academic session and enter into the new session, let us take a moment of pause and offer our gratitude to the universe for everything that has been bestowed on us this year. There were some favours, some hardships, some privileges and some lessons for everyone. We need to be grateful for all before we move forward in life. Gratefulness is the healthiest of all human emotions. To be happy is to be grateful. Gratefulness boosts our mental and physical health and makes us stress free. We feel more confident and positive by being grateful. So, what are you grateful for? Many a times, we take things for granted and we do not realize their importance until they are taken away from us. If you want to identify what you are grateful for in your life, start with yourself, your family, your home, your school, teachers, friends, nature and even the problems of your life because they are also helping you grow. How to be grateful every day? One fun way to include gratefulness in your daily routine is having a Gratitude Jar. Have a jar and every day before you go to sleep, write a Gratitude Statement on a piece of paper and put it into the jar. A Gratitude Statement is something that happened during the day which you appreciate or are thankful for. Some examples of gratitude statements are: I am thankful for my dog as it makes me laugh. I appreciate my teacher for making the learning so interesting. I am thankful for my mother as she loves me and cares for me always. I am thankful for such a nice breeze today. There are days when we may feel low. On such days, open your Gratitude Jar and read a few gratitude statements. They will pep you up instantly and you will again jump back to your happy self! Keep growing with gratitude… Archana Bapat School Counsellor



Lohri & makar Sankranti India is known as a land of festivals and celebrations. Lohri is one of them which is unique in its perception and significance. Lohri is a popular mid-winter Punjabi folk festival, celebrated on 13th January every year. Hindus traditionally light bonfires in their yards after weeks of rabi season cropping work, socializing around the fire, singing and dancing together as they mark the end of winter and the onset of longer days. To mark this festival, the students of V Aster presented a virtual assembly on Lohri and Makar Sankranti on 14th January, 2022. The assembly was commemorated with immense joy, enthusiasm and magnificence. The students dressed up in ethnic attires and danced to the foot tapping Punjabi music to the fullest. They also explained about the importance of harvesting festivals that are celebrated in different regions of the country on this day.

Republic day India observes Republic Day on January 26, every year. Republic Day marks an important event in India's history. It commemorates the enactment of the constitution of India which came into effect on January 26, 1950, and made the nation into a republic. This memorable day was celebrated with great pomp and show by the students of Grade V Bluebells through a virtual assembly. The children presented songs, poems, thoughts and dances on this joyous occasion. A homage was also paid to our great leader Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose. The assembly took the children down the lane of history as they got a glimpse of the first Republic Day celebrations of our great nation. The assembly made the virtual classrooms reverberate with the spirit of patriotism.

LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE The students of Grade V Camellia presented a wonderful assembly on the topic ‘Laughter is the Best Medicine’. This is a very simple proverb which reflects a profound meaning. Laughter strengthens our emotional health and makes us stress-free. A laughing person helps not only himself but also the people around him by making the environment light and full of happiness. It motivates us to think positively and keeps us moving in life. The enthusiastic students presented a motivational speech on the benefits of laughter. They shared social and health benefits of Laughter. The children also presented funny poems, songs and dances. Mimicry of famous cartoon characters was also performed by the students. The assembly created a joyful atmosphere in the virtual classrooms of the Primary Wing.

BASANT PANCHAMI Vasant Panchami or Basant Panchami is a prominent Hindu festival celebrated to mark the arrival of the spring season. From wearing yellow clothes to serving food that has a hint of yellow, the festival is celebrated with much joy and fervour. The festival signals the beginning of the spring season. It is celebrated by worshipping Goddess Saraswati - the Goddess of knowledge, music and art. The students of Grade IV Aster welcomed the spring season by celebrating Vasant Panchmi with great enthusiasm. Students shared information about this auspicious day through speeches and poems. Mesmerizing dances and songs were also performed by the students in the spirit of the festival.

HEALTH IS WEALTH ‘Health is a gift which should be preserved for years together.’ Health is better than wealth, be it of mind or body. Students of Grade IV Bluebells presented an enlightening assembly on the topic, ‘Health is Wealth’ wherein the students presented a skit on the importance of healthy eating. A session of aerobics and yoga was also conducted for the welfare of the students. Poems and quotes were shared along with some home remedies by the pupils. A food show demonstrating how we can make food tasty using the so called boring ingredients was also put up. In all, it was a spectacular show.

A friend in need is a friend indeed The students of Grade III Aster presented a virtual class assembly on the topic- A Friend In Need Is a Friend Indeed. The assembly commenced with a prayer- a link that connects us with God. The students expressed their views about a true friend and friendship, presented motivational quotes and recited lovely poems. The story narrated, transported the students to another world. The students spell-bound the viewers with their mesmerising dance performances.

Hope ‘HOPE IS THE DRIVING FORCE OF LIFE.’ If you carry one thing throughout your life, let it be hope. Let it be hope that better things are always ahead. Let it be hope that you can get through even the toughest of times. Hope is one of the most powerful emotions ever to be experienced in life. It motivates and encourages us to keep going no matter what may happen in our life. Hope gives us the inspiration to achieve our goals no matter how hard or impossible they may seem. Keeping in sync with the same thought, the students of Grade II Aster conducted their online assembly themed ‘Hope’. Through inspiring quotes, poems, songs and dances they conveyed the importance of hope in life. The assembly conveyed a strong message that we should never give up hope and try to cherish each day of life.



LOHRI CELEBRATION ‘As the fire of Lohri flourishes, Let us hope that all our sorrows end with it. Let the glory of the festival fill our lives with happiness.’ Festivals in India don't reflect religion. They teach us to RISE ABOVE despite odd conditions with new aspirations and hopes. The students of the Primary Wing, participated in diverse activities to celebrate the festivals of Lohri, Makar sankranti and Pongal. They dressed up in traditional attire and watched videos on the importance of these festivals, created lovely artwork, performed dance and played fun games. Such celebrations bring students closer to traditional and cultural beliefs and they get to know more about our country.



REPUBLIC DAY CELEBRATION Our ancestors gave us a glorious past…. We need to create the future… This Republic Day… Lead the change… and become a real INDIAN Primary wing celebrated 'Republic Day\" with immense patriotic fervour and zeal through an online platform. A plethora of activities were organised to infuse the spirit of unity, brotherhood and patriotism among the students. The students presented soulful songs and dance to celebrate the monumental day. They were shown informative videos, reiterating the history of National Flag and National Anthem. The teachers inspired the students with their motivational words and encouraged all the students to abide by the constitution of their motherland and fulfill all their duties as responsible citizens.



BASANT PANCHAMI CELEBRATION ‘Goddess Saraswati is the Light of Knowledge, Hope and Peace. The divine grace of Goddess be with us today and always - throughout life.’ Basant Panchami is a prominent Hindu festival celebrated to mark the arrival of the spring season. From wearing yellow clothes to serving food that has a hint of yellow,the festival is celebrated with much joy and fervor Primary Wing organized a number of online activities to celebrate the occasion of Basant Panchmi. The students of Grade l performed dance on Basant Panchmi.Grade II children played fun games. Grade III students made sweet saffron rice. Grade IV students made garlands for Goddess Saraswati whereas Grade V indulged in kite making activity.



Fun games Games enhance the abilities and skills of children and develop their challenging spirits. They help in the development of a healthy mind and a fit body. It is truly remarked that a healthy mind dwells in a healthy body. Games play a very important role in students’ life. Therefore, games should be practised on a regular basis by all the students. Various fun -filled games like ‘Fun with Dice’, ‘Alphabet Scavenger Hunt’, ‘Fun games with Bangles’, ‘Gather the Rainbow’, Stack along Tumbler’ and ‘The Lemon - Spoon Dance’ were organized for the students of Grades I to V. It created a joyful atmosphere in the online classes of the primary wing.



Talent show \"Like snowflakes we all are born unique.\" We all have different skills and abilities. We must develop the talents we have been blessed with. MVN always strives to identify and nurture the inherent potential that each and every student has been blessed with .On that note a virtual platform was provided to the students to showcase their proficiencies. The kids of Grade I-III exhibited their talents in various activities like singing, dancing, narrating stories, reciting poems and doing mimicry. Some of the students also showcased art work. The fun-filled session was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

founder’S day Sir's life is a befitting example of the poetic lines by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow – \"The heights by great men reached and kept were not attained by sudden flight, but they, while their companions slept, were toiling upward in the night.\" Like a true crusader, he set the path ablaze for future MVNites to tread, in pursuit of loftier aims and goals of holistic living. He founded the legacy we cherish and uphold today. We fondly remember our beloved Sir on his Birth Anniversary and dedicate ourselves to continue his legacy to keep shaping the future of our nation.



MVN FIESTA MVN Fiesta-was especially organized for the students of Grade V, MVN School, Sector -17 to bid adieu with smiles on the lips and hopes of a wonderful future in the hearts. Sweet memories were created as students enjoyed outdoor and indoor games and thereafter danced their hearts out. The wonderful experience left an indelible mark in the lives of the students as well as the teachers.



YULETIDE CELEBRATION \"Champions are made from something they have deep inside them- a desire, a dream, a vision.\" - Mahatma Gandhi We imbibe this never give up attitude in our students at MVN which makes them surpass all levels of records they have themselves set earlier. Congratulations to our champions for bringing laurels to the school in \"Yuletide Celebrations -An interschool competition held at Apeejay Svran Global School, Faridabad.



EXPRESSIONS MATTER 2.0 MVNites have yet again proved that creative effort is the root of all achievements. With immense pleasure we wish to apprise you that our students brought laurels to the school by winning various position in Expressions Matter 2.0, organized by MRIS -14, FBD. Anshika Pandey of Class VIII has bagged the meritorious 1st position in ‘Ted Talk’ sub category, the judges were left awe-struck when she presented her strong belief that perseverance is the secret of all triumphs. Ashna Khurana (class Vl) and Pragya Goyal (class Vll) took the second position displaying their talent immaculately and effortlessly in the sub events Story Writing and Narration and ‘Mai Hu (Patra Chitran)’ respectively. Naina Kapoor (class V) recited a weighty and meaningful poem titled ‘Colours of Me' and won the third position in the sub event Poetry Composition and Recitation. Jury's appreciation was received by Nikisha Pahwa( class Vll) sub event Monologue, Anika Garg ( class Vl) sub event kavya soundarya – kavita vaachan and Bhavya Yadav ( class Vlll) sub event ‘ Aao kahey ek nai kahani', their, spontaneity, confidence and powerful performance have won them accolades. The school management and entire MVN fraternity extend their heartiest congratulations on this remarkable achievement.

evolve ‘21 Winners at Evolve '21 an lnter School Tech Fest organised by DAV Public School, Sector-37, Faridabad. Piyush Rawat of Class Vlll showcased his mettle by winning first position in the event Tech -Talk, Ishanvi Vatsal of Class VI secured second position in Tech–Poster event. Where students have to create an animated poster using ‘Canva’ Software. Aarush Gupta and Aryav Tiwari of Class Xl Cracked the first level and reached to the second and final level of the Event - Crack lT. They solved various coding problems, performed very well and stood Third in the event. Pranav Kumar Indraganti of class IX secured the Special Mention prize for the event Tech-ad.

39th Aryabhatta Inter School Mathematical Competition Once again the students of the MVN School Sector - 17 have shown excellent result.Anmol Sharma and Shaurya Agarwal made the school proud by securing the fifth rank in this competition. Pratishtha Bansal got selected for the Certificate of Merit.

39th Aryabhatta Inter School Mathematical Competition With aplomb we share that Class VIII bagged the runner up trophy in the 39th Aryabhatta Inter School Mathematics Competition 2022, conducted by Summer Fields School, New Delhi. Tanmay Sharma has brought laurel to himself and the school as his name finds mention in the list of the toppers of the 39th Aryabhatta result. We congratulate the school team on this brilliant academic feat.

39th Aryabhatta Inter School Mathematical Competition Naman Goyal of MVN proved his mettle once again in the field of mathematics. He made the school proud by securing second rank in the 39th Aryabhatta interschool mathematics competition 2022. The group representing the school also achieved second rank in this competition. Ayush Jha and Shounak Roy Choudhury got selected for the Certificate of Merit.

Expression palette 2.0 MVNites have proved their mettle time and again. The students have yet again won accolades by winning positions in a myriad of events in an Online Interschool Competition “Expressions Palette 2.0” organized by Ryan International School, Faridabad. Event - Theme for a Dream (K.G) - Judge's Mention Event - Words World (II) – First Position Event - Magic Moves (Dance) IV – First Position Event - Folk Lore (V) - Judge's Mention Event - Beyond Words (Mime) VII – First Position Event – Eureka (IX) – Third Position Spontaneity and confidence were the hallmark of all the performances.

Ntse 2021 National Talent Search Examination (NTSE) Talent Proved at the National Level HEARTIEST CONGRATULATIONS to our NTSE SCHOLARS!!

International general knowledge Olympiad Our child prodigies made us proud yet again with their splendid performance in SOF International General Knowledge Olympiad. Nivan Liju of grade IV claimed the prestigious first rank followed by Gagandeep Jagar of grade VI at the second spot. Chimay Garg and Atharv Goyal bagged rank 9 and 10 respectively. Shiva Shaurya,Arpit Yadav, Alyona Archisha, Devanshi Aggarwal, Jiyansh, Mahir Dhasmana, Eshan Gupta, Ridhima Kabo, Pragnay and Pratyaksha also featured among the top 100 rank holders. We congratulate the winners and wish them all the best for future!!

International English olympiad MVNites Shine in IEO Kudos to winners

national SCIENCE olympiad SPLENDID RESULTS IN NSO! Heartiest congratulations to all the achievers on achieving the pinnacle of success.

International MATHEMATICS Olympiad COMMENDABLE ACHIEVEMENT IN IMO! The diligent IMO entrants have excelled and scored merit positions at different levels.

National school essay competition Congratulations to Vansh Kumar of Class XI, MVN Sec-17, for winning 1st Prize in Essay Competition at Indian Oil R & D Golden Jubilee National School Essay Competition. The topic was very much relevant with today’s Conditions i.e. “Challenges of Future in the Oil & Gas Field.” Vansh dealt with the topic with awareness & responsibility. Accolades & Cheers to him once again.

Youth video contest We are happy to announce that Shiva Shaurya Singh of Grade -III participated for the second time in the \"Youth Video Contest\" in Canada in the \"International Film Festival for Kids of All Ages 2022\", which was organised by the \"Freeze Frame\" Organisation, Canada, in conjunction with the Directors Guild of Canada, Telefilm Canada and others. While there were entries from children of all ages, from all over the world including US and Europe, we are proud to announce that for a second time in a row, Shiva won the prize for \"Best Performance\" within the \"Wee Reels\" Category (for filmmakers under 13 years of age), for an Original Story scripted and narrated by him, titled \"The Golden Bird\".

NSTSE 2021-22 National Level Science Talent Search Examination (NSTSE) Heartiest Congratulations to our NSTSE SCHOLARS!!

National open karate championship Heartiest Congratulations to the Karate Champion Manan Aggarwal of Grade lll and Tejal Arora of Class Vll, who has made us feel proud with his spectacular achievement in Wado National Open Karate Championship by winning gold and Silver Medal.