April 2019_Newsletter

Vol:6 Issue:1 AL SAAD INDIAN SCHOOL April 2019 Welcome Assembly Prerana The Glimpse of ASIS Teachers updated the daily happenings by reading news. With the motive of educating and entertaining the children MY NUTSHELL The school buzzed with excitement and at the same time, a soothing song was presented by melo- there was a scintillating ambience as the dious musicians of the school. ORIENTATION FOR PARENTS teachers welcomed the students to the WELCOME ASSEMBLY new session of 2019-20. The faculties put up a ORIENTATION BY OSH ‘special assembly’ for the learners. The assembly OFFICER & SCHOOL NURSE began with the teachers’ choir brightening the whole atmosphere with the UAE National An- BLUE DAY – AUTISM AWARENESS DAY them followed by the Holy Verses from Quran DR. B R AMBEDKAR JAYANTHI and mellifluous prayer song. Post which, Ms. MEET THE CANDIDATE Raghi rendered the Bhavans’ Pledge. WORLD EARTH DAY WORLD DAY FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY ENGLISH ASSEMBLY ATHENA HOUSE ASSEMBLY MEET THE CANDIDATE INVESTITURE CEREMONY ABUDHABI INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR BHARAT UTSAV PROFICIENCY AWARD DAY The assembly ended up by spreading smile on every- one’s face and a positive attitude to start the new ses- sion. Welcome cards were distributed for the students by each class teacher. Volume 6 Issue 1 Prerana Glimpses of ASIS Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain

Orientation for parents T he reason behind every success is Principal Dr.Bhavna Gupta explained the By the end of the Program, the Parents under- proper planning and execution as a pattern for conducting examinations, the stood and experienced what happens in the clas- team. Orientation programs are fan- extracurricular activities, the support required ses and how the child experiences learning. The tastic opportunities for parents to from parents etc. Followed by ma’am’s presenta- session was very informative, especially for the know what to expect in the coming year and also tion was the introduction of teachers. newly joined parents of Bhavans. equip themselves for it. The new academic year began with the orientation sessions for the par- ents of KG 1 –KG 2, Grades 1 to 4 and Grades 5 to 10 separately. Orientation by OSH Officer & School Nurse School OSH policy orientation session con- Student’s orientation to school clinic and its ducted by OSH Officer Mr. Vinod . He ex- functioning organized b AL SAAD INDIAN plained regarding the ways of improving our safe- SCHOOL was held on 7th April 2017 at ty and health. school Auditorium. Ms Anusha Soman, Registered School Nurse gave brief introduction about the policies, rules and regulations of Al Saad Indian School’s School Clinic . She gave awareness to the students about the important habits to be adopted in one's life to avoid causing illness. She also explained about her duties as a School Nurse. Volume 6 Issue 1 Prerana Glimpses of ASIS Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain

Blue day – Autism awareness day Bird day W orld Autism Awareness Day is an in- The session started with the prayer of school Drawing competitions are important for stu- ternationally recognized day on 2 choir team .Grade 10 boys presented a brief dents as they make them work harder and try April every year, encouraging Mem- about Autism along with a video presenta- their best in the meantime. These competitions ber States of the United Nations to take measures tion. With the help of SEN Coordinator and motivate them to express their views and ex- to raise awareness about people with Autism Shadow teacher Ms. Rasheeda , Master Enrick plore their creativity through their Art works. A Spectrum Disorder throughout the world. ASIS Sam did a presentation of 50 countries and drawing and colouring competition were orga- Alain celebrated Autism day as Blue day by wear- capitals on stage. It was carried out with the nized in Bhavans’ Al Saad Indian School, for ing Blue dress irrespective of teachers and stu- slide show of Autism Spectrum disorder and grades 1 and 2 on 9.4.2019 in connection with dents. During Morning assembly Autism aware- symptoms of ASD by SENCO. Through a International Bird Day. The enthusiasm in all the ness orientation session for grade 1 to 10 was ac- presentation SEN Co explained about famous children was contagious. It was a day where we complished by SENCO Ms.Sini.S.Nair , on people with ASD around the world. The stu- saw creativity exploding in every piece of art. 11/04/2019 at School Auditorium . dents and teachers got a clear picture about The main objective of this event was to ignite ASD. the creative side of the children’s mind and help to develop their fine motor skills and also to en- courage their interest in drawing . Dr. B R Ambedkar Jayanthi Believe in tomorrow by planting trees A mbedkar Jayanti is an annual festival Students as well as teachers and all the staffs of observed on 14 April to commemorate Bhavans Al Ain was so happy to see the emerging the memory of B. R. Ambedkar. It buds and blooms. Watering trees and pruning marks Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's birthday them for its growth was done by the students un- who was born on 14 April 1891. In connection der the leadership of eminent teachers. After with Ambedkar Jayanti a special assembly was awaited days, the small harvest happened in the conducted by Grade 9 students. Master Akash garden. Vipin and Master Thomas Joe had performed a presentation on Ambedkar Jayanthi. (An inter- view with Dr.B.R.Ambedkar). The assembly was really informative for the students to enrich their knowledge about the famous personality Dr. B. R. Ambedkar. Volume 6 Issue 1 Prerana Glimpses of ASIS Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain

WORLD EARTH DAY World Heritage Day M other Earth is a common expres- cial and environmental needs of present and World Heritage Day is an annual event celebrated sion for the planet earth in a future generations of humanity. International on 18 April every year. It aims to preserve the hu- number of countries and re- Mother Earth Day provides an opportunity to man heritage and recognize the efforts of all gions, which reflects the inter- raise public awareness around the world to the relevant organizations in the field. In 1982, the dependence that exists among human beings, the challenges regarding the well-being of the International Council on Monuments and Sites other living species and the planet we all inhabit. planet and all the life it supports. (ICOMOS) announced, 18 April as the \"World Her- The Earth and its ecosystems are our home. In itage Day\", approved by the General Assembly of order to achieve a just balance among the eco- A special assembly was conducted by Grade VII UNESCO in 1983, with an aim to enhance aware- nomic, social, and environmental needs of pre- A in connection with International earth day. A ness of the importance of cultural heritage of hu- sent and future generations, it is necessary to Mime to create an awareness about the pro- mankind, and redouble efforts to protect and con- promote harmony with nature and the Earth. In- tection and preservation of life on earth was serve the human heritage. ternational Mother Earth Day is celebrated to presented by the students. The presentation remind each of us that the Earth and its ecosys- made the audience to re-think again how to On account of this, a special assembly was con- tems provide us with life and sustenance. protect our mother earth. It was completely an ducted by the students of Gr.8A on the World Her- informative assembly. itage Day. Safety instructions were given by the This Day also recognizes a collective responsibil- student Safety Officer- Kavya Sharma. A short skit ity, as called for in the 1992 Rio Declaration, to based on World Heritage Day was presented by promote harmony with nature and the Earth to the students to give an awareness about the need achieve a just balance among the economic, so- to preserve our rich culture and heritage. A PPT also was shown which was really informative. English Language Day Athena House Assembly English Language Day is a United Nations (UN) ob- English recitation by Adrika of grade 5 earned servance that people celebrate on April 23 each thunderous applause. It was a sight to behold year. It coincides with William Shakespeare’s when students of grade 8 Miss Twinkle, Miss birthday .English Language Day aims to entertain Sivani,Miss Ann Maria, Miss Amishee, Miss and inform people about the history, culture and Vijayalakshmi, Miss Lavanya adorned the achievements associated with the language. As a stage by acting in the thought provoking , exu- part of English Language day celebration, the De- berant skit based on William Shakespeare’s partment of English conducted an assembly on play ‘’King Lear’’. The anchors Miss Anushka Tuesday,23rdApril 2019 in the school auditorium. and Miss Tanisha concluded the assembly The assembly started with the rendition of UAE with a positive note. National Anthem followed by morning exercises and Holy Quran recitation by Miss Aysha of grade 2B. Miss Agnas Sanju of grade 1 D lead the Bha- vans pledge.Master Bennett, Master Henry, Mas- ter Jibin updated the audience with literature news. Story telling with props by Miss Zaira of 2B took audience to the world of fairy tales. Volume 6 Issue 1 Prerana Glimpses of ASIS Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain

MEET THE CANDIDATE Students from Grade 7 to 9 were given Students were permitted to submit nomina- The process of Scrutiny was conducted based on the opportunity to submit the Nomi- tion for maximum 3 Positions. 31 stu- certain criteria such as Academic excellence, Dis- nation for various Positions such as dents submitted their Nominations to the cipline and Responsibility towards school and Sports Captain, Sports Vice-Captain, Cultural Principal, the Chief Election Commission- school mates. Captain, Magazine Editor, House Captains er (CEC) of the School Council Election on 25 Nominations were scrutinised and were de- and House Vice-Captains. the above-mentioned date. clared as eligible for Meet the Candidate Pro- gramme. The Programme was organized at the A/ C Auditorium on 09.04.2019 at 02:00 pm and stu- dents from Grade 3 to 10 were the Audience. The Eligible Candidates were called upon the Dais and they presented a brief speech on their responsi- bilities. The CEC of Student Council gave certain instructions to the Candidates regarding the Elec- tion Campaign and Student Council Election. SCHOOL COUNCIL ELECTION At 1: 10 pm Dr. Bhavana Gupta, Principal con- veyed the wishes to all the candidates and she It gives students an opportunity to acquire the instructed to start the polling. The Electoral roll was verified by the class teachers and they ac- communication skills, plan- companied the students to the polling booth. An Electoral Desk was arranged in front of ning skills and organizational skills. The School the polling booth to authenticate the electoral roll and the voters. The Booth officer finalized the Council should run various activities to promote electoral roll and put the ink mark on the pointed finger of each voter as the vote is casted. Four and to realize the concept of 'republicanism' and ‘power sharing’. Its work with the management and staff for the academic up-gradation is anticipated. The Student Council in Al Saad Indian School, Al computers were arranged to vote for Magazine Ain is a representative structure through Editor, Cultural Captain and Sports Captain and which students can involve in the affairs of the one computer each was arranged for Four Houses school, working in partnership with school man- to vote for House Captains and House Vice- agement and staff and parents for the benefit of Captains. Students from Grade 3 to the school and for the students. Students have a Grade 10 actively participated in voting and it was vital role for making their school as a treasure an opportunity to them for experiencing home of knowledge and their involvement a democratic election. in curricular and co-curricular activities is itself a valuable part in the Teaching-Learning Process. Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain The Computer Lab was arranged as Polling Volume 6 Issue 1 Prerana Glimpses of ASIS

Investiture Ceremony “Great things are achieved through great leadership and greater leaders are created in four walls of a class room” The head boy and head girl of the school lead the march past followed by all the house leaders. The respective house masters and mistress gave the badge for the leaders. Principal, Dr. Bhavna Gupta rendered the oath for the leaders. The ceremony ended up with vote of thanks by the head girl. Investiture ceremony is one of the memora- ered to be an event of great joy that radiates hap- ble events of an every new academic year. piness all around. The ceremony became grant This makes every child to discover the lead- with the presence of the most vibrant chief guest ership in him or in her. When this ceremony takes for the day Mr.Musthafa Mubarak, the President place in a school or a college the vested candi- of ISC Al Ain and the branch manager of dates feel a sense of pride in them that they are Mitsubishi Motors. leader in making for the future. This event consid- AWARD DAY Melodious performances by the students enriched the event as the audience swayed along and etched eternal memories in our hearts, leaving us in a trance of inspiration. On the pleasant daybreak of 27th April 2019, the The applause got even louder, as the school col- Bhavans family felicitated the academic heroes of lectively displayed its respect for the students Al Saad Indian School. “Award Day” for the Bha- who scored remarkable achievement in the year vans family marked a day of appreciation and cele- 2018-2019. Brilliant superstars of Bhavans Al Ain bration. Parents felt heart-warming pride as stu- were addressed by the Principal, Dr Bhavana dents confidently strode on their runway of Gupta. achievement, flashing radiant smiles as they were awarded certificates and accolades for topping The presence of the chief guest Mr.Joseph David, their respective positions. Every Prize winner was Vice principal of Garden City British School, Al met with an uproar of applause and the sense of Ain and the man of exemplary Mr. Sooraj Rama- success in the air was palpable. chandran, the Vice Chairman of Bhavans GCC added more beauty to the event . Volume 6 Issue 1 Prerana Glimpses of ASIS Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain

Abu Dhabi International Book Fair The opportunity to perform on such a platform added a golden feather to the cap of Bhavans’ Al Ain. Life is a gift, and it offers us the privilege, opportunity, and responsibility to give something back. Bhavans’ Al Ain got a wonderful opportunity to . The students performed a scintillating dance based on Tolerance before the wonderful audi- showcase the talent of the selected students of our ence and bagged mush appreciation that was so inspiring and motivating. school at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre in connection with Abu Dhabi International Book Fair – Tolerance in concert on 29th April, 2019. Bharath Utsav at Sheikh Zayed Central Library Our students presented the welcome dance and a Haryana folk dance. It was really a wonderful op- portunity for the students as well the whole Bha- vanites to cherish. I ndian People’s Forum organized Bha- The Chief guest of the day Sheikh Muzallem made rath Utsav at Sheikh Zayed Central Li- the event spectacular by his gracious presence . brary where Bhavans’ Al Ain were invited to do two dance performances. Volume 6 Issue 1 Prerana Glimpses of ASIS Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain

School life is the best phase of one’s life School life is the best period of human School days are the golden days where one gets life which gives us evergreen mo- and makes good friends, enjoy their company, ments and memories to cherish for a share happy and sad moments, share lunch,play lifetime. School is the first learning together ,gossip about and have lots of fun. institution and School life is the formative period for every student. Most memorable moments of school life like School picnics, field trips, school functions, calen- School is the nursery of one's life where one gets dar events ,sports days, award ceremonies, cultur- to learn education and the fundamental values of al shows, competitions ,long vacations etc are one life such as honesty, discipline, punctuality, duti- of the most sweetest elements of school life which fulness, respect to elders , personal cleanliness, will always be remembered with sheer Enthusiasm being good mannered etc....School prepares the and happiness. kids to face challenges of life, shapes their char- acter, moulds their mental attitudes, and teaches School life helps build one's own personality .It is ethical principles of life. that stage of life where everyone can showcase their talents fearlessly and can prove their abilities Teachers play a pivotal role In kids lives. Teachers for anything and everything instilling a sense of replace the parents who praise, support, correct happiness and pride in the kids. their mistakes and guide them in the right path of life. This is the stage of life where kids develop the spirit of healthy competition , to rise high above others, to make a place for themselves and Dr. Madhavi Reddy Marri, a name both academically and in extra curricular Dr. Subhash Reddy Marri, activities. Volume 6 Issue 1 Prerana Glimpses of ASIS Parent of Marri Nidhi Reddy Gr 7A Marri Nidhul Reddy Gr 2C Al Saad Indian School, Al Ain



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