Author on Campus - Ms. Tanu Shree Singh
It was an honour to felicitate our homespun author Ms. Tanu Shree Singh at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad. With her dainty demeanour she was able to deliberate a cogent issue, whose undercurrents are fast rising and reaching our homes. The book named ‘Darkless’ was an introspection on to how our children deal with the darkness of their fears and how it clouds their whole persona. The book simply reminds us, that all our little bearing need-is our bare hands and ears to brave such an engulfed emotion. The book was a nudge, well taken by our faculty and parents.
The author, Ms. Tanu Shree had encapsulated a 30min session with vivid articulation and humble humour for the children of Grade2 and 3 separately. They were delighted to have themselves clicked with the author and the prize was a duly signed copy of the said book. The event was significantly applauded by all.
Origami Session
Two artists from Chennai regaled the students of Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad with the beauty of Origami.
The students were impressed with the economy of movement and the beauty of creation.
They kept the students engaged through various paper crafts. The innocence of the artists were appreciated by all.
Anandam Grades V & VI, 14 February 2020
Anandam (2019-20) – Grades 5 and 6
The yearlong odyssey of Grades 5 and 6 students’ learning in the field of AHA Arts culminated on 14 February ,2020 through ‘Anandam’.
AHA Visual Arts students explored water based mediums, acrylic on canvas, painting glass surfaces with reverse painting technique and used paper craft and mixed media like wool, thread and paint to create artwork. Students also learned pulp-making and paper making, and created textured paper using a starch coating. It was a delight to see the polygonal patterns and shapes in two dimensions to create pieces of art.
In sculpture making, students used wire sculpture to understand the importance of armature and explored clay modelling, paper casting both relief, standing sculpture and using foil paper as a medium. Most of the relief sculptures were based on animal studies, which helped them to enhance their understanding of animal anatomies.
The AHA Instrumental music students performed an arrangement in Raga 'Yaman', presented a melody called 'Waltz in A minor' by Frederic Chopin and an orchestra piece 'Santorini' taken from Yanni's album 'Live at Acropolis. The Western Vocals students presented the songs ‘A Million Dreams’ from The Greatest Showman, ‘Believer’ by Imagine Dragons and ‘Don't Give Up on Me’ by Andy Grammar. Students in Hindustani Classical Vocals showcased their talent by presenting Raga Kedar.
The AHA Odissi students presented a mythical story ‘Mahakaali Mangalacharan’ through a splendid performance. Chhau students showcased the concept of Abhyaas highlighting how a soldier uses body line and movements and the correct technique to spin in the air while taking high jumps. The Bharatanatyam students showcased various adavus and identified the process of combining the adavus with music and rhythm while coordinating with movements of different body parts. Students also showcased their journey through a presentation titled Shivoham. Kathak students explored a major aspect of Classical Dance called ‘Jugalbandi’ which is a medium of conversation in the form of questions and answers between dancers, musicians and also the audience.
In the Theatre play ‘Kaamchor’, students used satire to bring out the idea of being a kaamchor depicting with the help of examples from their own lives in order to build an association with the form and idea. A Street Theatre ‘What is a Good Day to Save the Earth?’ was presented to understand and investigate climate emergency as it exists today. The play also traces the difficult journey of the environmental activist Greta Thunberg and her fight against the people/ institutions responsible for the plight of billions. The Comedy play ‘A City of Heroes’ highlighted a series of vignettes that sheds light upon the multiple questions revolving around the term ‘Superhero’. Students picked up characters from a fictional world who face conflicts that are valid in our real lives. ‘Dog-napped’ was an adventure play that showcased the team’s attempts to play with the basic elements of adventure/ mystery fiction. One could see clearly students’ understanding of different elements of the genre through the play.
Citation Ceremony, 31 January 2020
The Citation Ceremony for the graduating batch of 2019-20 was held on 31st January 2020. The batch, who have been christened 'Ardent 61' received citations and best wishes for their journey forward, in front of their parents
The theme for this year's citation was 'Integration' - a coming together of the many cultures, colours and communities which make our nation great. Our Guest of Honour, Mr. Pawan Gupta, educator and co-founder Society for Integrated Development of Himalayas(SIDH), graced the occasion and shared his vast knowledge and depth of understanding on “What education needs to be in the 21st century”.
The ceremony began with a ‘Guard of Honour’ with the students being accompanied by their mentors and teachers as they marched to the Wild Cats Hall.
The highlight of the ceremony was the Citation awarded to each student, with a student profile and a crystal Lotus momento, representing our school's logo. Students received some books towards continuing our learner's journey of Education for Life. Their Batch photograph, framed together with a beautiful poem ‘Roots & Wings” by Denis Waitely was also presented to them. The ceremony was a celebration of their years at Shiv Nadar School, becoming young adults who will be engaged and aware members of society. The ceremony concluded with our teachers serenading the students with a song wishing them the very best, followed by High Tea for parents and guests.
In keeping with our school's values, the citation ceremony was eco-sensitive and minimal, with the focus on celebrating each student for the unique, indomitable souls they are, ready to be change makers of the world.
We are sure our ARDENT 61 will be the torch bearers of change………
Fitzania 19-20
Fitness is not just how we feel, it is a mindset, that’s how we came up with our Grade 2 Sports Day theme ‘Fitzania’ for the session 2019-20.
Sports rejuvenates the heart, mind and body of everyone involved in it. At Shiv Nadar School, sports is an integral part of the curriculum and we believe that physical activity through games and sports is essential for the overall development of each child. As it is rightly said, physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of a creative and dynamic intellectual activity.
Ms. Soniya Mawani, the Head of Primary Years declared the meet open and welcomed the guests of honour, Jaideep Sethi an avid squash player and Ishika Chaudhary, a budding basketballer. Both are alumni of Shiv Nadar School, Noida and were equally enthusiastic to encourage and motivate their young friends. The guests shared their sports journey at school and how they continue to include it in their daily routine and follow it passionately.
Our wildcats from Panther and Leopard house stunned the audience with their exuberant performance while the Tigers and Lions left us in awe of their zesty presentation. The loud cheering from the parents echoed the entire premise and the never ending applause ignited the spirit of sportsmanship in all our wildcats.
New Parent Orientation 2020
The new Nursery Parents for Academic Session 2020-21 were invited for a Post-Admission Orientation Session on November 8, 2019. It was aimed at building a shared understanding of our vision, values and establishing a lasting connect with the child's alma mater.
The orientation began by welcoming the new parents, providing them a platform to interact with the Senior Leadership and to know each other. It was followed by sharing the journey of the foundation, its philosophy, ethos and about all the initiatives taken by the foundation.
The Parent partnership program was shared with the parents, which basically emphasized on the strong connect between the school and the parents wherein the parents are valued as ambassador and spokesperson through belief in the shared vision and also provide feedback towards continuous and comprehensive School health and happiness.
Book Launch- Constitution of India for children
Ms. Subhadra Sen Gupta launched her new book 'Constitution of India for children' on 7th February 2020 in Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad.
The occasion was extra special since it coincided with the 70th anniversary of India being a republic.
The book was welcomed with open arms by students of all 7 school which were present for the launch. The children loved the book for its easy language and colourful illustrations. Ms. Gupta's discussion made the constitution come alive and the session reached its zenith by deep and detailed questions asked by students.
VISIT TO PRAKASHDEEP SCHOOL, SECTOR 21A FARIDABAD
On Friday the 7th of Feb, some Students of Grade IV and V visited PrakashDeep School in Sector 21 Faridabad.
Prakash Deep School is a non-profit organization for the underprivileged operating from a park in Sector 21-A Faridabad for the past six years. The current strength of the school is 250 children which have been divided into ten groups according to their age and capabilities. There are 15 teachers who impart education to them. Three of these are volunteers. The school imparts free education, a mid day meal and basic health care. Children are exposed to Art and Crafts, Classical and Folk Dances and vocational training apart from academics. In order to inculcate a sense of responsibility towards the society, the children are encouraged to perform Random Acts of Service to the Community" on a regular basis.
Our students very enthusiastically did the Mindful Chants blended with some well-known English inspirational songs which helped in creating an aura for everyone. This session was led by a guest from Australia, Mr. Steve. Our students felt the positive vibes which were strengthening their Mind, Body and Soul in a powerful way. Later we watched few performances presented by the Students of Prakash Deep School which was a feast for the eyes. They also got some snacks provided by the organisers.
At the end our Students danced on some good songs and got some pictures clicked with the Chief Functionary Mrs Savita Datt and with the Guest. Our Students found this visit very fruitful. The memories from this trip will remain with the children and aid their academic learnings in varied ways.
Anandam Grades 7 & 8
Anandam is the culmination of AHA Arts programme. It engages with traditional art forms actively, working individually and in groups with each other in consonance until they find their equilibrium
This year, true to the spirit of Anandam, the students of Grades 7 & 8 of various Arts baskets had put up performances and displays to showcase their learning over the year, leaving the audiences spellbound.
VISUAL ARTS
The basket of visual arts saw the students put up a brilliant walk through the showcase of sculpture, paintings on canvas and oil, handicrafts, mixed art media, and textile weaving, where they explored mediums and materials in sculpture, they also tried their hands on various types of acrylic painting and its various techniques on various unconventional surfaces, portraying various facial features in detail. The handicraft and textile weaving walkthrough saw a number of handicraft activities with recycled textured paper, mixed media, and paper mache techniques; mediums such as paper, cloth, and wool and applications of these on different surfaces.
MUSIC
While the students put up an exhilarating showcase of Raga Ahir Bhairav with a series of bandish in different rasas, the orchestra students mesmerized the audiences with their Instrumental music performances of the ‘The Love Theme from the Godfather’ and ‘Waltz in 7/8’, taken from Yanni’s album ‘Tribute’. The western vocals’ students performed 3 songs from the contemporary popular repertoire, ‘Ride by 21 Pilots’, ‘I’ll be there for you by Rembrandts’ and ‘Young Blood by 5 Seconds of Summer’, reemphasizing the importance of hardships of life and the important life lessons; the value of friendship and teenage life and the daily relationship problems respectively.
THEATRE
Arrows of Wood (Platform Theatre)
16 Vignettes.4 characters. 1 war.
The play picked up 4 characters who are pivotal to the epic of Mahabharata but are forced to give up their lives for another Hero, the larger theme being the 'Repercussions of War'
Juloos (Third Theatre)
This year, the group explored Badal Sarkar’s Michhil (originally Bangla), or Juloos, the script was based on the translation by Mr. Anees Aazmi.
Kiski Ramayan (Nautanki)
"KISKI RAMAYAN?". is an inspiration from Dr. Devendra Pattnaik's "Hanuman ki Ramayan”? The play revolves around the idea of Pluralism and the need for it in current times.
Standing Up Standing Down (Playback Theatre)
The final culmination performance showcase is an attempt to raise those unresolved burning questions for further dialogue within a large group of people. Playback Theatre created a ritual space where any story might be told, and immediately made into theatre.
DANCE
ODISSI - Natyobics & Shiva Mangalacharan
Natyobics was a crisp 6-minute display of a combination of workouts set in sync to Indian Classical Music. ‘Shiva Mangalacharan’ was the portrayal of Lord Shiva as "AadiYogi", "Tandava Roop", and the iconographical attributes of Shiva.
BHARATANATYAM - Sakhi Swaram
The students identified the three components of the dance form - Bhaav, Raag and Taal and learned the process of combining these elements in various moods and emotions, to put up a brilliant performance of ‘Sakhi Swaram’ in Raag Kannada set to Adi Talam.
KATHAK - Mohana
The students of grades 7 & 8 put up a brilliant performance of "Mohana" in which they depicted the different feels and expressions of Gopis and Villagers of Vrindavan for Lord Krishna through Lyrical and Bol compositions of Kathak.
CHHAU - Shivay
Students presented "Shivay" where they portrayed the power and grace of Lord Shiva through different expressions, body movements and body balance, and the students taking credit for a few parts of the choreography which they created on their own.
National Cube Championship 2020
Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad hosted the second edition of the National Cube Championship 2020 on 1st February 2020. The championship was organised by the Delhi Cube Association.
The event saw participation from students from various schools across Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Bombay, Bhopal, Moradabad, Yamunanagar etc. Some Schools were represented by groups, while others had children participating individually. The participation numbers, almost 400 + speak about the popularity the Rubik's Cube has been gaining as a competitive sport. There were nearly 200 participants from the Shiv Nadar School.
The event saw participation in various age categories 4-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14 + and open category and in various events like 3x3, 2x2. Skewb, pyraminx, mirror, 4x4 and solving the three layered cube single handed. Some of them were first time cubers and some already a part of the cubing community. The awards were presented in various categories to the top 10 children. A combination category which included solving three cubes in less than 2 minutes saw many gold medal winners. In the open category, there were parents, grandparents who showed enthusiastic participation and were able to solve the 3X3 in less than 3 minutes.
Rubik’s Cube has great benefits, foremost being de-addiction from gadgets and reduced screen time. It helps build neural networks, better focus, concentration and memory. It’s not just about fun solving the puzzle it also improves your cognitive skills.
The aim of the competition was not just to create speedcubers but to make cubing to be a way of life for children.
