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It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength and

Whosoever loves much performs much.

The campus of Meenakshi Public School, Gurgaon on Saturday 26 September 2015 resounded with the laughter of children who flocked the venue from 11 reputed institutions of Gurgaon. There were a wide range of activities and the primary wing left no stone unturned to exhibit their fine motor skills through Finger Tip Painting, Book Mark Making, International Tribes Mask Making , English Debate and International Folk Dance from classes I to V respectively.

Children from classes I to III came up with amazing ideas and inspired others to be creative. It was a great delight to see children for the debate competition discussing and drawing inference on the topic “Are Batman and Superman misleading idols?”The vivacious dancers set the floor on fire with their energetic performances.

Students had a great learning experience. The principal, Ms Vipula Saxena addressed the audience and told that the competitions of such kind give a platform to display our vivid ideas. We also learn by interacting with others. Ms Sonjuhi ,ISA Coordinator stressed that the learning about global and development issues has been a key feature of the school and we are incorporating at various levels for cultural understanding and awareness of various nations. Ms Farah Awasthi, Primary wing Coordinator thanked the judges for sharing their precious time and teachers for putting in hard work and efforts to upgrade the youngsters.

Workshop on Increasing Concentration

With an aim to address the needs of the students and expand the horizon of knowledge by controlling their mind, a fun filled interactive workshop was held at Meenakshi Public School, Sec-10 A Gurgaon on 21 September 2015 for classes IV and V. The resource person, Ms. Seema Nagar from The Times of India group stressed on increasing concentration span and behavioural issues. To help students focus better and deal with examination related concerns, riddles were asked. A series of exercises and mind games to improve concentration were also practised with the students.

The resource person also elaborated on love for junk food and sprouting up of behavioural issues. She gave easy methods to refrain from distractions. The Principal, Ms. Vipula Saxena addressed the kindled minds and told that as partners in education we are preventing children from falling into the trap. Overall it was a wonderful and encouraging session.

SERVICE TO MANKIND

As students do we just have to be with our books and only gain theoretical knowledge without even being concerned for putting that knowledge to any practical use? Is that knowledge and efficiency fruitful for us or for others? Does our responsibility end with just reading and shutting the books? The answer to all these questions is a big NO. Being knowledgeable is not the only requirement; we must be aware of everything that is happening around us. Knowledge and wisdom increase if they are spread around. One of the ways for us (students) to use our knowledge precariously is to get involved in voluntary work.

The books that we study are written by world observers. That is the reason they satisfy our curiosity and help us in thinking rationally. We can, therefore, truly utilize the knowledge gained from the books into practical usability. A very good example is to educate others about health and hygiene. We know that one of the greatest problems the world is facing today is diseases caused due to lack of hygiene and cleanliness. Knowing the science behind bio degradable and non- bio degradable waste we can educate people about these things. This will not only be a practical application of theories but also a work that would prove beneficial for the society. After all who doesn’t dream of a disease free society? There are many other areas where students can actually raise awareness and make a difference. Taking up teaching classes of under priviledged children is yet another example. By teaching their own skills will be brushed and future leaders of the country shall be born.

This life is supposedly very precious and if we can use our brains, energy and our lives in doing good for the society that would be the best return gift to Nature who has given us this life and a wise brain to think and understand. As Mother Teresa said:

“The Simple Path
Silence is Prayer
Prayer is Faith
Faith is Love
Love is Service
The Fruit of Service is Peace”

BY:

Rahul Shyokand

Student, Grade SR 6

Meenakshi World School

Gurgaon

Education and Life

Education is the basic requirement for every nation; no nation can survive without it. Education is the main stone which builds the nation and helps it prosper in future. Hence education is the most powerful tool to bring about any desired change in our lives. This blog is a unique socio-entrepreneurial enterprise that gives us a link between education and life. It gives a merger of traditional Indian values and modern education, for a better and a substantial life. This blog aims at bringing positivism to the society altogether.The benefits of education are endless. The personal satisfaction and feeling of accomplishment upon receiving a college degree is one that cannot easily be topped. College education is becoming even more important than it has been in the past. A bachelor's degree is now becoming a minimum requirement for many jobs that previously only required a high school degree. True, a college education nowadays is expensive, however, the return on your investment can be almost certainly guaranteed. The pros of education far exceed the cons. It is important for one to have an education for one's ownsatisfaction, as well as better job opportunities and it is a good investment for one's future.

Superstitions are baseless, useless and may affect your life negatively. Illiterate and uneducated people often tend to hold certain superstitious beliefs. Education and awareness are the best ways to combat superstitions and replace such beliefs with reason and logic.

We live in an ever changing world. New technologies keep coming up and if you don’t want to be left behind, you must keep up with the world which is moving really fast. Without education it will be really difficult for you to adapt to all these changes. An educated person is much more aware of the latest technologies and all the changes that are taking place in the world. For example, an uneducated person may not know about the benefits of the internet whereas an educated person uses this gift of technology regularly for work as well as for entertainment.

Education is what you need if you want an answer to your ‘whats’ and ‘hows’ and ‘wheres’. It helps you understand the world you live in. You get to know more about your surroundings as well as the whole world through subjects like history, geography, science etc.Education majorly affects our understanding of the difference between right and wrong. An educated person is well aware of the consequences of wrong/illegal actions and he is less likely to get influenced and do something which is not legally/morally right. Also, a number of uneducated people who live a poverty stricken life owning to lack of opportunities often turn to illegal ways such as theft and robbery to solve their problems. If you are educated, you are well aware of your rights, the law and your responsibilities towards the society. Hence, education is an important factor which contributes in social harmony and peace.

MANISHA(PRT ENGLISH)

CHANGING EQUATIONS OF TEACHERS AND STUDENTS

The relationship between a teacher and a student is very special but complex too. In the twenty first century, education is as imperative as food, shelter and clothes. The urge to succeed and move ahead compels everyone to join a rat race that is governed by competition and aspirations. This race begins at childhood itself when parents strive to get their child admitted to the best school as per their ability. This is precisely where the teacher and student get introduced for the first time and a bond is made which binds them together for the entire lifetime. Even though several teachers come in the journey of the student but the intrinsic quality of the relationship remain the same. Respect, love, devotion and admiration keep this relationship alive for lifetimes.

However, this equation is somewhat changing with the changing times. With the introduction of e-learning the distance between the teacher and student has increased. The students do not feel the necessity of a teacher when he/she can get all information from the internet. Moreover the policies of the government as regards education has added to the woes of the teachers who feel that they have no more say in the student’s life- a mere act of disciplining a child is now termed as torture, homework has become the synonym of burden and so on. On the other hand the fact that the selfless love and affection of teachers has decreased is also true. Teachers are now more concerned about the end of the month benefit that they receive in this profession. It is thus not an exaggeration when it is said that the world in today’s time is based on the calculations of monetary benefits. As teachers it is our responsibility that we try and change the scenario otherwise that day is not far when the divine relation of the student and teacher shall be a distant thing of the past and we shall have nothing but memories to lament on.     

PAYAL DAN

PGT ENGLISH

MEENAKSHI WORLD SCHOOL

GURGAON