BIS PYP Newsletter

IB PYP Candidate School PYP Newsletter NOVEMBER - 2020 IB Mission and School Mission Principal’s Message PYP Coordinator’s Message Glimpses of the month that went by Learning in PYP Through Inquiry . Unit Write-up of Blossoms Teachers’ Corner Events in PYP Activity Coordinator’s Message . Camlin Art Competition work Students’ Corner Birthdays (Students and Teachers) Upcoming Month

EW INDIA SCHOOL RANKINGS 2017-18 2018-19 International Day Schools International Day Schools EW INDIA SCHOOL EW INDIA SCHOOL RANKINGS 2017-2018 RANKINGS 2018-219 2019-20 International Day Schools EW INDIA SCHOOL RANKINGS 2019-20 EW GRAND JURY AWARDS 2016-17 2017-18 3rd 8th Emerging High‑Potential EW GRAND JURY Schools AWARD 2017‑18 EW GRAND JURY AWARD 2016‑17 2018-19 2019-20 5 th 3rd EW GRAND JURY Career Counseling Leaders AWARD 2018‑19 EW GRAND JURY AWARD 2019‑20

IB Mission and School MIssion IB MISSION STATEMENT The Interna onal Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a be er and more peaceful world through inter cultural understanding and respect. To this end the organiza on works with schools, governments and interna onal organiza ons to develop challenging programmes of interna onal educa on and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become ac ve, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right. SCHOOL MISSION We develop interna onally minded ci zens of dynamic and crea ve psyche with inter cultural understanding and compassion for others who dare to act on their values, through holis c development of each child’s spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, emo onal and physical a ributes.

From the Principal’s Desk Is this the light at the end of the dark tunnel? Through the month of October, numbers suggested that India is past the peak of Covid Pandemic. This means that we can take cau ous steps at reopening of Educa onal Ins tu ons in the near future. This will not bring life back to the old ways and there will be changes, some subtle and some stark. However, this is an indica on that educa on might surge ahead with renewed vigour and enthusiasm. We will need support of the parent body in ge ng things back on track. It is very important to understand one major difference between 'Lockdown' and 'Unlock'. Lockdown happened with a four­hour no ce when we went from moving and fully func onal state to a complete stands ll without ge ng any preparatory me. As opposed to this, Unlock will happen in a phased and gradual manner when there will be a lot of give and take, push and pull. There will be a few false starts, as also some obstacles along the path. We will have to understand this and navigate our way out of this, keeping all the above in mind. The most important thing for each of us to understand, accept and act on is that there is going to be NO day in the future when we wake up and find this Virus having disappeared. We have to keep pushing against it and move ahead with the requisite precau ons and resolve. I urge each one of us to cooperate keeping the above points in mind. It is me to reclaim normality in these trying mes. On the educa on front, all of us, the stakeholders should restart face to face classes in a phased manner with due diligence and care. The lessons learned in these tes ng mes should not be lost and have to be carried forward. Health, Hygiene, Sani za on, Immunity, Cleanliness, Good Health Choices, Exercise, Fitness and similar aspects are the buzzwords to be remembered. Unfortunately, we had considered these as secondary to life. This pandemic has taught us that giving a en on to these very aspects are life in itself. Let us keep this learning at the forefront of our living at all mes. Brahmam Bodhi! Kishor Joshi Principal

From the PYP Coordinator’s Desk Dear Parents, Gree ngs! Hope you are all safe and doing well at home! As we con nue to cope up with the challenges, collaborate to forge ahead and gear up to face the future with resilience, I share with you an interes ng story read recently and which got me thinking about myself. This beau ful story focuses on differen a ng between ambi ons and greed. We o en end up pushing ourselves to try hard which may lead us to become resilient. On the other hand, we may end up demanding for more without regard to what we already have. Here is a wonderful story about a peacock who almost went the same way: There was once a beau ful peacock who was dancing on a rainy day. While he was busy admiring his plumage, he no ced its short legs and wrinkled claws which reminded him of his own shortcomings. All the joy beaten out of him; he was almost in tears. Suddenly, he saw a crane near him res ng in water. Looking at its long and red legs, his own shortcoming once again became quite evident. He began wondering why he was jinxed in such a manner. At that moment, a traveller addressed the peacock and asked “Why are you upset?” The peacock complained about his short legs and wrinkled claws and how he was sad because of it. “The crane has such beau ful legs and claws. Why don't I?” A er listening to the peacock, the traveller explained, “Every living being is special in his or her own way. They are made in a certain manner that serves the greater purpose. Yes, the crane is blessed with beau ful legs but you are also blessed with such a beau ful and gli ering plumage! It is all about acceptance and making the most of what you have.” The peacock understood that he had been comparing himself to others and forge ng his own blessings. He realized that day that everyone was unique in some way or the other.

From the PYP Coordinator’s Desk Self­acceptance is the first step to happiness. Make the best of what you have rather than being unhappy about what you don't have. A successful person is one who experiences challenges, accepts them as a part of life and does not waste his me and energy on complaining about them. They are open to others' ideas and generally have posi ve feelings about themselves. They can more readily get over nega ve thoughts without chasing them down the bo omless hole. Self­acceptance is essen al for our emo onal well­being. It is important to love ourselves before we can love others. We must learn to appreciate the things that make us unique. A few things we can do to make a difference in our lives:  · Forgive and Forget ­ let go of the things you can't change  · Be more Self­Aware ­ reflect on and iden fy your strengths and celebrate your accomplishments  · Have a Growth Mindset ­ set goals and have plans A/B/C  · Be the Agent of Change ­ stay posi ve and spread your posi vity around.  · Prac ce Empathy by helping others I am sure we are together in this journey of crea ng a conducive learning environment that fosters opportuni es for our students to self­reflect, develop and accept who they are. This will allow them to collaborate and bring substan al change in developing themselves into Open Minded IB learners. Brahmam Bodhi Shikha Srivastava PYP Coordinator

From the PYP Coordinator’s Desk Glossary of PYP Key Concepts – The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP) is driven by seven key concepts which give the inquiries, direction and meaning. All units of inquiry are driven by 2­3 key concepts each. \"The concepts that drive the PYP are timeless (factual examples change, but not the core understanding), universal (so students can apply understandings across cultures, situations and disciplines) and abstract (so students engage in higher order thinking to grapple with central ideas).” ­Shannon O'Dwyer The seven key concepts for the PYP program are: Key Concept Question Definition Form What is it like? The understanding that everything has a form with recognizable features that can be observed, identified, described and categorized. Function How does it work? The understanding that everything has a purpose, a role or way of behaving that can be investigated. Causation Why is it like this? The understanding that things do not just happen, that there are causal relationships at work, and that actions have consequences. Change How is it changing? The understanding that change is the process of movement from one state to another. It is universal and inevitable. Connection How is it connected The understanding that we live in a world of interacting to other things? systems in which the actions of any individual element affect others. Perspective What are the points The understanding that knowledge is moderated by of view? perspectives; different perspectives lead to different interpretations, understandings and findings; perspectives may be individual, group, cultural or disciplinary. Responsibility What is our The understanding that people make choices based on their responsibility? understandings, and the actions they take as a result do make a difference.

Glimpses of the Month



Learning Through Inquiry

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Unit of Inquiry Blossoms

Facilitated by ­ Dr. Alka Parihar Ms Kirtika Mehta Ms Shivani Bhati

Teachers’ Corner REBOOTING LIFE –LIVING WITH COVID 19 IS THE NEW NORMAL COVID 19 has brought the whole world to a stands ll. This villainous virus has been killing everyone around giving people one common feeling of HELPLESSNESS brewing inside them. It has turned everyone's life upside down. Even in the wildest of dreams, no one could have imagined themselves confined to their homes with NO OUTINGS AT ALL AND WITHOUT MEETING FRIENDS & RELATIVES. The lockdown situa on gave everyone a chance to consider it as a holiday but when it kept extending, all realized how to value things and appreciate people who were always taken for granted. It made children realize the value of a ending school, apprecia ng the hard work of teachers who le no stone unturned while teaching online so that children do not waste their precious me si ng idle at home. The situa on taught everyone management with limited resources which was never prac ced earlier. The element of RESPECT for our farmers, vendors & all those involved in delivering essen als at our doorstep in these difficult mes has risen in us. The current situa on has made each one including children know the importance of not was ng food & that there is life beyond junk food. The lockdown also gave us a chance to be with our families which otherwise is a rare sight in modern mes. Children have now started to know how their parents work day and night to fulfill their reasonable, and some mes unreasonable demands. Spending more me with family gave everyone an opportunity to understand them and to learn what quality me is. The Covid situa on has also taught us the value of money & how it is necessary to save for our rainy days. Many of us learnt the moral duty of standing by their employees, factory workers and even domes c help as these are the ones who make life worth living. The biggest advantage of Covid 19 is the lesson of HUMANITY. We are thankful to our forces who are trying to make people follow the rules of social distancing and also to health workers who are pu ng their lives in danger to save thousands of lives. The growing darkness of this virus is engulfing the en re world, forcing people to stay at home, silencing the busiest places of the world with its wave of fear and death. The biggest disadvantage is LIVING WITH THE FEAR all the me. It is unfortunate that such a pandemic has brought a dras c change in the society. The en re human race is at stake. Due to this pandemic, every country is facing severe economic damage & so do their ci zens. These lessons will remain with us forever but there is a ray of hope beyond the dark tunnel; there is an end to every nightmare and this shall end too. STAY POSITIVE FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. Upasana Parihar Assistant EYPC

EVENTS IN PYP

Activity Coordinator’s Message Gloomy Nights & Flickering Lights The month of November started on a gloomy note, bringing the whole world to a stands ll. People isolated themselves inside their homes and lived in an anxiety and uncertainty for the longest me. But the la er half of the month began on a rather sparkling note with hopes shoo ng high like rockets and emo ons taking turns and swirling like ground spinners. We all came alive with the fes vi es of Diwali. The mood is a tad upbeat but the pandemic s ll sets the agenda. The markets are alive, the fes ve buzz is missing; there is hustle and bustle everywhere, the noise of the children is missing. 2020 has enforced a new template on our lives where physical world has taken a backseat and virtual reality came into play, the so­called New Normal. With the onset of this new way of life came many new changes, pushing us towards new challenges and building new boundaries. The world has lost a lot in these tough mes but the ones who are greatly affected are children, bound at home, gazing out of their windows hoping for a be er tomorrow and trying to find a silver lining amidst all the chaos. With their undying a tude and figh ng spirit, these brave soldiers of tomorrow celebrated Children's Day & Diwali on 14th November, 2020 remembering what Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru said:­ “There is perhaps nothing so bad and so dangerous in life as fear” Therefore, these brave soldiers stood strong and celebrated Diwali for dwindling the darkness by burning away evils of the past and welcoming the triumph by ligh ng the lamps of a brighter tomorrow. In its truest sense, these young minds have taught us what hope and dreams mean. This Diwali, they have ignited the light of strength and posi vity which shall lead us towards endless possibili es. Bramham Bodhi Radhika Sisodia PYP Ac vi es Coordinator

Camlin Art Work 05th November 2020 The Camlin art compe on was held on 5th October 2020. The PYP phase of Bodhi Interna onal School took part and splashed hues of colours to promote the cause. The theme of the event was 'Save the animals'. It was a part of the 'World Wildlife Week' celebra on. Through this compe on, the students were exposed to varied forms of wild flora and fauna. They also discussed the various challenges faced by the wildlife and the role of human beings to protect it. The students used Camlin oil pastels and plas c crayons to make beau ful posters to promote the theme. They suggested beau ful and innova ve ideas to safeguard the wildlife. The enthusiasm of the students was praiseworthy as they sketched their favourite animals. They also took a pledge to work for the promo on of the cause. It was again a virtual compe on and the Bodhians proved their me le yet again and excelled. Glimpses of the Event

Students’ Corner Grade ­ 1 The culmination of the unit 'Where we are in place and time' was through making models, drawings and MS Paint. Children showcased their understanding through presenting their work in front of the class. Grade ­ 2 Posters have positive effect on the process of learning by children. The poster making facilitates understanding and creative thinking that aid extensive research and reading. It provides students opportunity to learn by doing, which strengthen learning. Students are able to visualize the key points, and present the same . This facilitates quick retention and easy recall of events and facts. The students were able to express their creativeness and Art form to make their presentations appealing. Keeping this in mind, Grade 2 had a poster making session and presentation on the impact of people's choices to support the 'Sustainability of the Earth's Resources.' Children were actively engaged in this learning process. It was unbelievable how kids used Text and Graphic features to put across their view points. They came out with right solutions to save Earth in an interdisciplinary integration of Caring and Thinker IB Learner Profiles

Students’ Corner Grade ­ 3 Mathematics Children enjoyed making 3D of solid shapes using net. They also drew the same in their notebook. Camlin Art Competition Grade 1 The pictures shortlisted for the Camlin Art Competition. Ananya Lodha Anaya Bhandari Stuti Rudraksh Aakhya Pratham

HAPPY Buds Birthday Aadhya Soni, 03rd December Medhansh Vasistha, 03rd December Seedlings Kalpit Singh Sankhla, 25th December Lavika Gupta, 11th December Manasvini Bhati, 31st December Divit Patel, 29th December Grade 1 Blossoms Ayaan Jain, 01st December Sahika Kabra, 10th December Yahaira Kachhawaha, 04th December Garvitpratap Singh Deora, 26th December Ananya Lodha, 14th December Grade 2 Vihaan Laddha 15th December Parth Bhansali, 17th December Tareeni Luthra, 11th December Kanak Vardhan Bhati, 19th December Samarth Mathur, 19th December Hitansh Lalwani, 20th December Aaditya Parihar, 23rd October Jigyasa Paliwal, 24th December Grade 3 Dhruvaditya Solanki, 25th December Yashi Chowdhary, 25th December Dev Soni, 31st December Grade 4 Grade 5 Nikunj Soni, 18th December Karunya Saini, 05th December Navya Mundhra, 22nd December Harshvardhan Singh Rathore, 06th December Pranjal Jain, 28th December Mauktik Godara, 07th December Sia Manhas, 07th December Pratham Lodha, 11th December Aaditya Raj Sankhla, 11th December Advik Swamy, 14th December Disha Singh, 18th December Rajveer Thalor, 20th December Ritwik Banerjee, 14th December Kaashvi Mehta, 22nd December

HAPPY Birthday Teachers Mr Himanshu Surana 03rd December Mr Tejaram 04th December 04th December Mr Sanjay Singh 11th December Mr Rikhil Gothwal 15th December Mr Akshay Bohra 23rd December Mr Nikhil Gehlot 23rd December Mrs Shweeta Doshi 30th December Ms Charu Jain

Upcoming Month 1st Bodhi International Tennis Tournament Date: 21st December­23rd December Contact: Mr. Pradumn Buddhiraja Mobile: 9506975258 Age : Under 14 years. Email: [email protected] (only for queries related to the tournament) Note: Please do not send your entry beforehand. Participants to directly sign in at the venue on 20th December, 2020 between 12pm­ 2pm.  Joy of giving week: 14th ­19th December  Christmas celebration 24th December, 2020  Two competitions  Christmas craft. (seedlings­ G5) 24th December  Hindi Katha Manchan: 22nd December (Blossoms­ Grade 2)  Hindi Katha Lekhan 22nd December (grade 3­5)

Upcoming Month  Current Trans Disciplinary Theme  Month: November  Seedlings: Sharing the planet  Buds: How we organize ourselves  Blossoms: How we express ourselves  Grade 1: How the world works  Grade 2: Sharing the planet  Grade 3: Who we are  Grade 4: Sharing the planet  Grade 5: How we express ourselves Newsletter Committee: Shikha Srivastava, Khushboo Mehta, Khushboo Soni, Suman Bharti, Kirtika Mehta, Renu Bhati, Nisha Chettri Vandana Budhwani, Pooja Purohit, Radhika Sisodia, Shakuntala Yadav.

www.bodhijodhpur.com