SCD Barfivala school wins softball tournament

Loksatta Yashasvi Bhava book distribution

On September 1,the foundation day of Adarsha Vikas Mandal’s Bal Vidya Mandir was celebrated. On this occasion,Loksatta Yashasvi Bhava book distribution was held in Bal Vidya Mandir in Wagle Estate,Thane. The programme was organised in association with State Bank Of India. The books were distributed among 10th standard students by N S Mulay,assistant general manager (public relations & corporate service banking),SBI. Mangesh Thakur of The Indian Express guided students.

Fire safety drill at DAV Public School,Thane

On August 3,DAV Public School,Thane,conducted a ‘Fire Drill’. Mr Vashisht from Mars Tech. Engineer Services gave a live demonstration to teachers of pre-primary,primary and secondary sections. He explained the causes of fire and the types of fire extinguishers. Teachers learnt how to used fire extinguishers.

Ryan student excels in badminton

Simran Singhi of Ryan International School,Malad,reached the top four of the IBL Shuttle Express Schools Programme U16 Six City Tournament. She was awarded Rs 50,000 at the prize distribution function on August 31.

Cambridge student stands 3rd in essay competition

Ashwini Singh of Std X D (Cambridge School) stood 3rd in essay writing competition on ‘The Role of Youth to Combat Terrorism’. The competition was held on July 20 to create awareness about Mission Mrityunjay. She was felicitated by Mumbai Police Commissioner Satyapal Singh and Sadanand Date,Jt CP,on August 23.

Independence Day at St Lawrence School

Students of St Lawrence School celebrated 15th August with enthusiasm. Chief guest Father Godwin Fernandes hoisted the flag. Students of IX and X held a march past. Students of primary and secondary sections sang patriotic songs. This was followed by speeches in English,Hindi and Marathi .Our head girl and boy,prefects and vice prefects took oath to discharge theri duties with integrity.

Cambridge student shines at English olympiad

Ujjwala Anantheswaran of Cambridge School secured 2nd rank in The International Olympiad of English Language (iOEL). iOEL is a test of competence and knowledge in English. It is held annually at national and international levels.

Independence Day at Laxmi Vidyapeeth,Sarigam

Laxmi Vidyapeeth started preparation for August 15 a month before. The programme started at 8.30 am with flag hoisting by chief guest PSI of Bhilad,R K Solanki and trustee and chief guest Girdharbhai Gajera,campus director George Thomas,campus coordinators,principals,educators and students.

Students held a march past followed by our ‘VOICESTRA’ (LIS senior secondary section choir performance of the song,India my India as a tribute to the motherland. Aditi,Ritika and Mustafa,students of senior secondary section,gave speeches in English,Hindi and Gujarati on ‘The Essence of Independence Day’. Following the speeches,students performed dances and participated in other cultural events. The celebration ended at 10 am with sweet distribution by MBA students.

Gokulashtami at Leo International School

The birthday of Lord Krishna is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm every year. Leo International School celebrated the festival on August 28 with students traditionally dressed as Radha and Krishna. The day started with a PowerPoint presentation by IT facilitator on the significance of the festival. This was followed by a photo session of the tiny tots.

Later in the day,the Leos enjoyed playing raasleela. Then came the most awaited event of the day — the breaking of handi. Overall,five handis were organised for different grades. The day was full of fun and frolic.

Camp at college of physiotherapy,Thane

A two-day physiotherapy and assesment camp was organized at DPO’s NETT College of Physiotherapy on August 16 and 17. The camp was inaugurated by Dr P B Tahilramani,chairman of DPO’s NETT College of Physiotherapy. He addressed the students and staff and said that serving the society was service to the nation. The main purpose behind the camp was to serve the poor who couldn’t afford private physiotherapy at clinics.

Teachers: You make a difference

A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.” These words of Henry Adams make so much sense as I look back on the years in school. I find a great source of what I am today closely linked with my teachers. Teachers are the destiny shapers,nation builders whose life is a reflection of sacrifice,dedication and commitment.

We are in the information technology age; the 21st century classroom is changing at a rapid pace and so is the role of a teacher. On one hand,it may seem that technology has made the role and responsibilities of the teacher outdated,but on the other the role has grown immensely as they are now expected to be tech-savvy,computer literate and at the cutting edge of education. So,the role of teachers cannot be outmoded. Teachers have to develop students into effective critical thinkers and life-long learners with a strong sense of social responsibility.

Today,teachers must embrace new teaching strategies. They cannot afford to be just lecturers or transmitters of knowledge but need to be facilitators and resource personnel as is said by Mark Van Doren,“The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery”.

On the occasion of Teachers’ Day,I would like to exhort all the teachers for your dedicated service to mankind. You are the most important factor in the education process. On this day,we remember your valuable contribution. Let us believe that teachers were,are and will continue to be the guiding light. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged,for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9)

Wishing you a Happy Teachers’ Day.

n Grace Pinto,

Managing Director,Ryan International Group of Institutions