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Newsletter MARCH 2020 Principal’s Message Highlight of the Month : Graduation Day PYP Coordinator’s Message EYP Graduation Day PYP Graduation Day Farewell Party Bodhi Career Hub

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FROM PRINCIPAL’S DESK Dear Bodhian Parents, staff and students There were myriad and mul farious responses from educa onal ins tu ons to the coronavirus pandemic situa on that caused the unprecedented lockdown of the world. Those ins tu ons with a history of incorpora ng e­learning, those schools with their students and educators having access to connec vity and devices and those schools with a team of teachers who were trained in the use of online teaching, con nued to teach online with least interrup on. It was a “weather the storm” situa on for the massive majority. They simply have done their best they can, under such unexpected situa ons. But the good thing is that most educators, in spite of the ini al hiccups, have incredibly mastered the cra of online teaching; of course, those who with the privilege of having connec vity and devices. Fortunately, Bodhi Interna onal school happened to be in the first category; our online migra on was almost seamless; we were able to gain momentum within no me. Our teachers and students soon started experimen ng more and more innova ve approaches on online teaching, learning and assessment. We introduced dance, music, art and physical fitness online; we introduced online tests by using google classroom and Zoom simultaneously; we also introduced virtual par es and celebra ons online. Students were encouraged to do research, reflec on and redesign on ad­libbing, improvisa on and innova on. Many of them were incredibly mo vated to use resources from within their vicinity and came up with ideas that they usually do not come up with in a usual school situa on. They get hands on experience in life skills, learn new skill sets, design unique ou its, engage in making handmade papers, experiment in cooking and baking …., all by innova ve improvisa on. Yes, there is no lockdown on educa on. It is clear now. What we thought temporary ini ally is no more temporary. There is no cure or vaccine for Coronavirus yet. We may con nue to work within the same precincts or will con nue with more and more restric ons even if we are allowed to stride out of our confines. Social distancing will be a norm everywhere, classrooms will not be an excep on. The teaching will be a blend of online and offline modes and the teachers should be able to shi from one to the other fluidly. Classroom ac vi es management so ware will be widely used. LMS based Homework, Classwork, Assignments and Assessments will be normal. E­Diaries will become a standard prac ce. At Bodhi, we are making all necessary prepara ons to any challenge. We are determined to confront any situa on and we are commi ed and prepared to NO LOCKDOWN ON LEARNING. Sincerely Dr Venunadhan B. Pillai Principal

HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH 1st Senior School Graduation Ceremony Nostalgia filled the air as we bid adieu to the first Gradua ng batch of 2020. Our 24 voyagers ready to take the flight to their next journey will be now our Alumni. We are immensely proud of you and wish you all the success in life. The gradua ng batch in the presence of their proud parents, teachers and grade 11 received their cita ons and completed their ceremony with hats off passing on the legacy to their juniors. We will miss you, Class of 2020.

1st Senior School Graduation Ceremony

1st Senior School Graduation Ceremony

1st Senior School Graduation Ceremony

1st Senior School Graduation Ceremony

1st Senior School Graduation Ceremony

1st Senior School Graduation Ceremony

1st Senior School Graduation Ceremony

NEWS FROM PYP

PYP Coordinator's message Dear Parents, Gree ngs! Hope you and the family is healthy and safe. In the light of the COVID‐19 outbreak and the subsequent direc ves by the government has led to the restric ng our movements and obstruc ng our rou ne lives. We understand, the massive closures present a daun ng challenge for both students and parents, yet we would seek your coopera on in the wake of this pandemic, to make this me a produc ve and happy one for our students. As a school, we have le no stone unturned to meet the demands of academic reinforcements and requirements. Staff are working diligently behind the scenes to ensure that everything is in readiness to ensure con nua on of learning for our students. This is par cularly important for revision of concepts taught in the previous grades, to be in line with the requirements of the programme and, to maintain the momentum of learning in the new grade. As this is a new ini a ve by the School, the Management, the teachers are trying to ensure that the learning con nues. The pandemic, corona virus, con nues to affect our daily lives. On a posi ve note, it is giving us the gi of TIME; Time to spend with our family, to read books with our children, to play with them, to slow down and to self‐reflect. We have the gi of me to rediscover our values, no ce our desires and reorganise our priori es. In mes of uncertainty we are not sure when we will be able to resume regular classes and also depend on the direc ves of the government. We have new challenges to face as all of us will also be doing it for the first me, so we request to be a part of this journey and support us in this endeavour of ours. Warm regards, Mrs Shikha Srivastava PYP Coordinator

EYP School Graduation Ceremony Kindergarten gradua on is an exci ng milestone for pre‐primary children as it is their first step towards a future full of new hopes and varied possibili es. The school celebrated their kindergarten gradua on on 7th of March, 2020. To bless students and encourage them to be great learners, Mrs. Namrata Mishra graced the occasion with her presence. The smart and ny tots of Blossoms dressed up in gradua on robes and caps walked up the stage. It was a joyous and memorable day for the li le ones as they received their Gradua on cer ficates from our dignitaries. The heart stealing performances included speech, band, and dance by gradua ng students themselves. Students of Buds also bid farewell, by their energe c dance performance. Kindergarten teachers sang a farewell song, parent representa ves also shared their reflec ons. The programme culminated with hats off ceremony and Grade one teachers taking the kids along with to the primary wing. It was indeed a joyous and memorable day for the li le ones their parents. We will miss you, Class of 2020.

EYP School Graduation Ceremony

EYP School Graduation Ceremony

EYP School Graduation Ceremony

EYP School Graduation Ceremony

PYP School Graduation Ceremony The students of Grade 5 of the IB primary years programme had a splendid day as they graduated from primary class and entered the middle year of the school.A gradua on ceremony marked the culmina on of fi h graders and entering the Middle School.On the occasion, the faculty members and the parents were overwhelmed on the achievement of the students. The students were awarded the gradua on cer ficate with the IB learner profile which they have earned in the span of one of the Programme. These awards were given by the Execu ve Director Mrs Nitu Bothra and the Guest of Honour Squadron Leader Dr Ramita Gupta. The ceremony began with speech by the PYP Coordinator Mrs Shikha Srivastava who addressed the parents about the nurture and care the students get in the en re span and how fun is mingled with learning to make this journey effec ve in the long run. She said that this batch of students has been very hardworking and energe c and these children will be missed by all the teachers, she added contentedly.Moreover, the parents also shared their experiences with the students and the teachers. One of the parents shared, “I have seen my children enjoy learning, they always came up with innova ve ways and perspec ves towards things”.Although students are transi ng from Primary Phase to Middle Phase in the same school s ll they felt emo onal. The students at the end also shared their experience being in PYP and then enjoyed the day to the fullest. We will miss you, Class of 2020.

PYP School Graduation Ceremony

PYP School Graduation Ceremony

PYP School Graduation Ceremony

PYP School Graduation Ceremony

EYP School Graduation Ceremony

NEWS FROM SENIOR SCHOOL

Farewell Party Bidding Adieu to the passing out batch of the school is, indeed, a bi er­sweet experience.The first batch of the school was given a heart­warming farewell by their juniors. The acts were though ully planned and the dances were entertaining to the core. Grade 12 was treated like celebri es and awards were given to them based on their personality and characteris cs.The evening was fun­filled and the beau ful moments have been etched in me.

Farewell Party

Bodhi Career Education Hub Chetna Sabharwal Head, College Placements & Guidance We are already gearing up for the 'New Normal': online learning, remote learning, digital pla orms, screen me, work from home, home schooling, etc are all the buzz words today! Not to forget Zoom, Google Meet and Classroom, GoTo mee ngs, Microso team, webinars, collabora ons, chats, raise hands, clap and many such features. That's how the world is and would be post Covid­19. While a new dimension has been added to the learning domain, it's impera ve for all of us to keep ourselves balanced. These 5R's will be very helpful: 1. Reading responsibly and not ge ng carried away by the sugges ons made by your search engine. It's a major distrac on and we all need to prac ce self­control. Read books, ar cles, study, join courses on EdX, Coursera, Udemy, OOC and start wri ng, speaking, performing as per your preference. 2. Reach out to your network to learn, collaborate and review the prac ces that you have been following. Ask ques ons to your teachers, peer group and industry specialists to know what's there for you in future. Seek help from a counselor for any concerns related to your schedule, habits and learning. 3.Rejuvenate yourself by indulging in your hobbies or newly found love of cooking, music, dance, wri ng, art, blog, podcast, photography, etc. Call it your “me me” and flourish! 4.Revisit your goals and plans as this new normal is not only challenging but also unpredictable. Upskill yourself to remain relevant in the world of work. 5. Remind yourself why you're prac cing social distancing. You are not alone. It is important to keep not only ourselves safe, but our older neighbours down the street, our parents and others we care about who may be extra vulnerable. Applaud yourself for doing such an honourable and selfless act, and keep your mind busy as much as possible. Stay safe and stay relevant!

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