Google Workshop

On 7th and 8th of December, two teachers from Koramangala attended an interesting workshop organized by Google Co. They got to know about educational apps and technology based learning. It was very insightful and interactive.

Science Assembly by Mars class

On the 14th of December, Mars class held the science assembly which they had so creatively and innovatively prepared. 

First of all, the thought for the day was shared: "Education is a possession that no one can take away."

Secondly, an interesting fact was read out: Did you know that the light from the sun takes only 8 minutes to reach the earth?

Finally, two students presented and explained how fire needs oxygen to burn, which they showed using two candles. One was covered with a bottle while the other one was left open. Which one would go out? Check out the pictures!

The second experiment showed how a balloon bursts if held over the flame of a candle. Guess what happens if you fill the balloon with water and hold it over the flame? Correct - nothing at all!

Lokeshwari and Manoj showing an experiment on how oxygen is needed for the burning of a candle 

Deloitte Volunteers delight our children

On 27th of November, 60 employees from the consulting firm Deloitte, which operates internationally, visited Koramangala. 

They conducted a great variety of activities with the children. They planned an art competition, board games, puzzles, crosswords, and group games. Children could win many prices and were delighted to receive colouring materials. 

It was amazing to see them try their best at naming all the states of India or guessing the smallest bone in the human body. 

It was even more rewarding was to see the children draw and paint on themes like environment or their ambition for the future. All of them were extremely creative and motivated to create beautiful pieces of art in very little time!

Sun class makes fruit salad!

Sun class children learn the names of fruits by making and eating fruit salad.

Quite a delight to see these happy children!

Raising awareness for illness

The students of Pluto class had put up an awareness program of Dengue, Chikungunya and AIDS in the assembly as a part of their Science Project. It was very creative and informative. The presentation showed very well how serious these diseases can be. 

Prevention is the best cure!

Football match: India vs Iran

Parikrma students attended the football match for the World Cup Qualifications between India and Iran. They had a great time cheering the national team at the Kanteerava Stadium.

Pluto visits Brain Museum

Students of Pluto class had the opportunity to visit NIMHANS Brain Museum on their science field trip. Various aspects of neuroscience, anatomy, and function of the brain were taught. The students were excited to explore the human brain by using preserved brains and skulls. Experiential learning is indeed very successful. 

The students were taken on a guided tour through the museum where they observed various preserved brains with and without diseases. It was very informative. 

Children's Day

Children's day in Koramangala was held on the 21th of November. We all had a lot of fun with many performances by teachers.

Enjoy the pictures!

Ideas on the Asset exam

On November 13th, Mars class had a visitor named Sher Khan. He spoke to them about the Asset exam that they will be taking for the first time this year. 

The asset exam was created by EI - educational initiatives and aims to help teachers assess their students in subjects mathematics, English and science. There is no pass or fail, but educators get a clear idea on where students stand in their academic performance. 

Mr. Sher Khan explained the concept of this standardized exam to the children and helped them with the types of exercises they will encounter in the asset test. 

He made them feel comfortable about taking the exam for the first time. 

Children's Ward Sabha

On 14th November, 13 children from Koramangala School joined the Children's ward sabha for the Children's Day celebration. Along with teacher Victoria and Sadahshiva they went to the event where Adugodi Councillor Mrs. Manjula Sampath was present.

They were invited to speak about various issues of the Adugodi community that they face daily. Vijaya spoke about safety and security and Arshiya spoke on the topic of water.

Other topics addressed by the total of 250 children at the Maarga were electricity, garbage management, cleanliness, roads and drainage.

In the end, a petition was given towards Councillor Mrs. Manjula Sampath.

SAPA workshop

On 20th of November, we had a visit from three wonderful musicians. Children and teachers enjoyed a beautiful performance by a violinist and double bassist from Norway and a musician from Czech Republic who played the harmony. The classical music they played was varied and well chosen. We enjoyed North Indian Raagas as well as Jazz, Bollywood music, and the Czech National Anthem. 

This workshop was organized by Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts (SaPa). 

The children were extremely touched and moved by the music. Many of them wanted to voice their feelings and thanks at the end of the concert. 

I felt delighted to see how Parikrma is including music in the children's daily lives and how much everyone appreciated the visit by the musicians. 

Parikrma receives ISA award by British Council

On 16th and 17th of November, Guna Sundary (Principal of the Koramangala School) and Latha Selvan, (Principal of Jayanagar School) went to Chennai to receive an award by the British Council for their ISA project.

ISA is the International School Award and has the objective of nurturing global citizenship in young people as well as enriching teaching and learning. They experience a new concept of doing research on an international topic and become aware of the culture of other countries. 

It fosters team building, innovation, and project management. British Council has established ISA to promote development in schools that is holistic and adequately prepares students for the future. Since 2003, more than 1200 schools in India have participated. They are private or public, rural or urban. 

In the Jayanagar School, 8 classes have participated in ISA last year. They conducted 7 projects on the following topics: child labour in India and the world, safety and first-aid, hidden discoveries, nutrition and food, famous personalities, girl’s empowerment through sports, and currencies of different countries.  

The children were extremely creative and came up with great ideas on how to realise the projects. The teachers and children made a huge effort in preparing and doing research on the topics over the period of almost a year. The projects were presented to the other classes and even the parents. 

Guna Sundary had a great experience as the ISA coordinator. As she had to correct and adapt the documentation files for ISA several times, she did not imagine it would get selected. But finally, Parikrma School was selected for the ISA award along with 63 other schools.

Diwali Celebration

This Diwali, Parikrma children and teachers celebrated in a very lively way. Various traditional and modern dances were performed and a skit showed us how Diwali can be interpreted into the 21st century. The children were very happy to see Shukla Bose, who reminded us that Diwali should not be celebrated at the cost of others. Rather, we should think of the people and animals who are sensitive to sound. Thus, many children pledged they would not burst crackers this year.

The Koramangala school had the honour to have several guests this year, among them Paul from England and an alumni who works at Hilton hotel today.

At the end of the celebration, beautifully coloured lamps were sold to teachers and volunteers. These funds will be donated to earthquake victims in Nepal.