‘Vendetta’, the Inter-house Gaming competition for Classes IX to XII, was conducted in two rounds. Each house nominated two main players and a substitute from the senior classes to compete. The initial round, held online on 23 April 2024, involved Brawlhalla matches between teams representing the four Houses. The winning teams progressed to a surprise offline round on 25 April 2024, where FIFA was revealed as the game. Each player participated in one half of the match, with substitutes also taking part. The event drew an enthusiastic response from the audience, making it a memorable experience. Results First Position: Pragati House Second Position: Ekta House Kartik Bhardwaj XII C Jaysh XI C Daksh Oberoi XI A Swastik Chona XI B Tanveer Singh XII A (Substitute) Tyrel Thingom IX A (Substitute)
Ms. Kaveri Rawal, our alumna who is now an experienced advocate with Asia Law offices , conducted a soft skills training session for students of Classes X, XI and XII on 15 May 2024. She began by emphasizing the importance of internships in a student’s journey and the valuable lessons they teach. The session covered essential details on dressing, behavior, and networking, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the corporate world. Ms. Rawal provided detailed insights, explaining the ethos of the professional environment. The students found the session highly informative and felt more empowered for their future endeavors. This training would significantly enhance their educational journey, they said.
On May 8, 2024, class VI students delved into MICR technology during their Science class. Through hands-on engagement with blank check samples and the MICR line, pupils explored Magnetic Ink Character Recognition. Discovering that magnetic ink, formed by mixing tiny magnet particles with liquid, is crucial for the 9-digit MICR code on bank cheques, students decoded its significance. The code’s first 3 digits represent the city code, the next 3 the bank code, and the last 3 the branch code. Encouraged to open bank accounts, learners embraced the importance of saving money and financial literacy. This experiential learning journey not only unveiled technological innovations but also fostered practical life skills.
On 8 May 2024 students of Class III showcased their creativity in Runway Revival, an intra class competition, crafting stunning dresses out of waste paper, plastic, and other recyclable materials. Their innovative designs not only highlighted their artistic talents but also demonstrated their commitment to both creativity and environmental stewardship. Congratulations to the young designers whose exceptional designs stood out amidst tough competition. Results First Lehanna Malhotra III C Second Ritaja Dasgupta III A Second Ridhi Bhati III C Third Kimaya Sethi III B Third Aryaveer Singh III B
‘Instant Eloquence’ – an Intra Class extempore competition, was organized for Class V on 7 May 2024. It aimed at fostering public speaking skills and quick thinking abilities by the participants. The contestants for this Final Round had already been selected through a pre-round on 29 April. The 18 selected participants were allotted their topics through a draw of lots and were given a little time to prepare before delivering their speeches. It has been said ‘A good speech is like a pencil; it has to have a point.’ The Extempore Competition proved to be an effective platform for the young speakers to demonstrate that they too have a point of view and are able to express their thoughts in an articulate manner. Results First Aaira Sethi V A Second Aanya V A Third Paakhi Chowdhry V B Third Ashmika Bharatdwaj V C Consolation Adhyan Juneja V A Consolation Alina Chattopadhyay V C
Political Science students of Classes XI and XII had the opportunity to be a member of the Student Parliament which was organized on 10 May 2024 in collaboration with PRS an Indian non-profit organisation involved in legislative research. The mock Parliament was conducted in two segments. The first half was a question hour where those students who were MPs grilled those who were ministers. In the second half, the students were divided into groups , given a stakeholder position on a fictional bill, ‘Regulation of e-commerce platforms 2024’ and given one hour of research time. They debated intensely, proposed amendments and passed the bill. The students were delighted to be a part of this enriching experience as it was an opportunity to go beyond the textbook. Their involvement could be seen in their intelligent questioning, their enthusiastic discussion and their loud ayes and nays. They were also filled with a sense of responsibility as future voters and possible politicians of the country. Will share for social media separately
On 10 May 2024, a workshop led by senior Tagoreans from classes Xi and XII was organised to sensitize the students in Classes IV and V about discrimination based on caste, creed, origin, and color. Through personal anecdotes and interactive Q&A, they engaged the younger students, encouraging them to share anecdotes and perspectives. The workshop sought to instill a deeper understanding of diversity and inclusivity, emphasizing the need to create a harmonious and equitable society. They understood that ‘Diversity is about embracing one another’s uniqueness.”By fostering open dialogue and empathy, the workshop effectively highlighted the importance of equality and respect for all.
Samarpan Foundation is a charitable not-for-profit entity established in September 2006, focusing on humanitarian, ecological, environmental, and animal welfare needs. Students who are part of Sehpaathi and Girl Up TISVV visited Samarpan Foundation on 8 May 2024 with the dual objective of teaching basic English skills and engaging the students in recreational activities. They implemented interactive teaching methods with games, and public speaking to facilitate learning, covering topics like alphabets, articles, comprehension and foundational topics. Our volunteers also organized various games and activities like Atlas, Eye-Spy, with worksheets to promote teamwork, creativity, and mental activity. The students’ enthusiasm and active participation showcased the success of our efforts in creating a positive impact. Overall, the visit was a fulfilling experience, emphasizing our commitment to holistic education and development. This is an ongoing project for Girl Up TISVV; they plan to visit on a weekly basis. The visit was a fulfilling experience, emphasizing our commitment to social outreach, and holistic education for all.
The session’s first intraclass competition for Class II was held on 3 May 2024. Each student crafted a bouquet of clay flowers following the theme ‘Bouquet of Flowers’. Their creations showcased their creativity with unique styles and colour combinations. As a result, each section was transformed into a picturesque garden adorned with delightful bouquets. Results First Ziya Haque II A Second Reyaansh Khanna II A Second Amay Maurya II C Third Disha Choudhary II B Third Kavleen Kaur II C Consolation Oss Rana II B Consolation Shaurya Sharma II C
Lyric league – The Intra class Poetry Recitation Competition for nursery students in May 2024 saw an enthusiastic response with the young contestants vying with each other to exhibit their confidence and recitation skills. Kids love to play and poetry is all about playing with rhyme rhythm and words. What an excellent way for the little ones to practice their verbal communication skills ! Results ENGLISH First Ayansh Suri Nursery C Second Anaisha Nursery A Third Avdhi Jain Nursery C Consolation Vidharth Nursery B HINDI First Abheer Singh Nursery B Second Ridaan Nursery B Second Pareen Kaur Nursery B Third Anvika Kumari Nursery C Consolation Vivaan Nursery A