Celebrate Painting with Rajesh Sagar

SAS organized art workshop ‘Paint with Rajesh Sagra’ for students from classes III – VIII. Students were invited alongwith their friends.

A post graduate in sculpting, recipient of innumerable awards, unique ability to work in various mediums, bestowed with many fellowships to his credit, brain behind many amazing installations at various venues and many more.

Rajesh Sagra spent three hours at SAS with the students in teaching them techniques of painting without using a pencil. He demonstrated by painting an elephant on a jumbo hand made paper!! The children were encouraged to break free from the concept of ‘The sun is always yellow’. Children were excited to see quickness with which Mr. Sagra could use his hands to draw a lovely elephant in a relaxed way

The workshop worked as an eye opener for the children as a lot of myth towards the art of painting were broken and encouraged to paint freely without worrying what is good and what is bad.

SAS cherishes these three hours as a part of the golden period of the school history.

Traffic Handling by SAS Students

We thank the Traffic department for the support and the knowledge they have extended to our children.

SAS has developed a structure for rights-based, child-friendly educational system within the school that are characterized as "inclusive, healthy and protective for all children, effective with children, and involved with families and communities".

In continuation of the awareness session our class VIII students had with the traffic department on December 9, 2010, the school arranged the practical application for the same.The objective of the session was to give hands on experience to the students to their constitution, and by doing this, spread the message of civic awareness.

Students spent one hour handling the traffic of the three busiest cross roads of Ahmedabad viz. Shyamal Cross Road, Fun Republic Cross road and IIM Cross Road. Not only did they handle the traffic well, they also got involved intensely in penalizing the commuters who were in violation of the rules of the road. The session not only increased the respect for the civic personnel but was also an enriching learning experience for them.

We would be happy to involve them in similar sessions again

Fire Safety Training @ SAS

On December 7, 2010, our students got a thrilling experience of Fire Extinguishing Exercise. From Bodakdev Fire station, a team of fire brigade visited the school with all their equipments including the fire extinguishing van.

The session was initiated by Chief Fire Officer Mr. Mistry, who informed students about the different sources which lead to fire alongwith the types of fire extinguishers. He informed that the fire extinguishers were classified as class A- B – C and discussed the role of colour codes on fire extinguisher in brief. The demonstration of rescue operations during the time of flood, cyclones and other calamities by the fire brigade was the highlight of the session.

This involved t he use of equipments to cut a thick iron rod, to stop the supply of any liquid or gas from the pipes and to push or pull a weight by using machines which have a capacity to hold the weight of 10 tones.

The team members demonstrated how to evacuate tall buildings during rescue mission. For the students the fire men were like super heroes climbing up and down on the building with ease. They cautioned the students not to try this exercise at home as it requires intensive training.

The use of dry chemical powder for CO2 fire extinguishers and precautions to be observed were also demonstrated. Students also enjoyed the hands on experience of working of these extinguishers.

We are indeed thankful to the Bodakdev Fire Station team for making us aware of the role of the public agencies in making our lives safer. This whole exercise was really an eye opener exercise for the students.

Farm House Visit

Students of SAS of class II went for an educational trip to a farm in Sanand, beside Eklavya School to understand the concept of framing from sowing to harvesting. They got the actual experience of cutting the crops. They also got to see different crops – 5 to 20 days old. They learnt the importance of ploughing, adding manure in proportion, watering the plants, tube well and also a canal through which the water reaches from one end to another.

Children saw many chikoo trees on the way to the farm. The experience was an enriching one for the children and they learnt the importance of farming. The students were given a worksheet post the field trip to express their learning.

Mind Mapping @ SAS

SAS takes a leap forward in meeting challenges that call for new thinking and optimal resource utilization. The intensive Mind Mapping Workshop held for its teachers and students was a step towards managing Knowledge efficiently and successfully. The workshop explored the way by which information and concepts could be encapsulated and its applications investigated.

In the first session, teachers participated enthusiastically as they structured information and knowledge with bright visuals. Using key words, symbols and colours they created mind maps on a large range of topics.

The second session of teachers & students took the learning further. SAS boards are now wearing a colourful look with mind maps of all colours and topics.
The resource person for the workshop was Sh. Amar Gargesh, renowned thinker and writer who has extensive exposure, expertise and experience in creativity and communications and who is a visiting faculty at almost all the major institutes of excellence in higher education in Ahmedabad.

Picnic @ Kankaria

On November 26, 2010, our Pre Primary children had a thrilling experience viewing the city of Ahmedabad from 300ft, riding on a helium gas balloon. At the same time an equally thrilling experience on a train through the tunnel around Kankaria Lake!!

Their joy knew no bounds. We had an opportunity to ensure that they practice what we demonstrate everyday – ‘sharing and caring’. Our children shared their food happily amongst their friends in an informal environment.

Visit to Old Age Home

The tiny tots of classes I and II visited the Maniben Tribhuvandas Mahila Gruh an old age home with the teachers.

Children presented a colorful cultural programme comprising of prayers and songs and enjoyed listening to the bhajans and stories of Lord Krishna. Children took blessings of the Dadis and Nanis by touching their feet and sharing sweets with them. The senior citizens were overwhelmed and advised children to respect elders, imbibe right values and cherish the rich Indian traditions and culture.

Even though the student spent a few hours with the respected elders, it was not enough as there were still lots to share and talk of. They were invited to visit the old age home more frequently particularly for their Sunday prayer service. The children left the place with lots of thoughts lingering in their minds. Altogether it was a visit full of emotions, happiness and empathy.

life skills activities @SAS

Life Skills @ SAS : Press coverage - (Abad Mirror: 2/12/2010)

Gardening @ SAS

Our young gardeners were out in the field in the lushy play ground to learn about the trade. Each one of them had an opportunity to touch, feel and use all the tools like Axes / Pair of huge Scissors / Shovels under supervision. Undoubtedly children were excited.

Press Release - Ahmedabad Mirror

Sky Gazing.... ( Ahmedabad Mirror: 26th Nov,2010)

Know more about SAS.......

Nine Tenths of Education is encouragement

Which type of environment nurtures students’ interest to learn..?

What do parents expect from a good school..?

What type of school excites educators the most..?

What does the 21^st century want..?

‘ Integrating Technology’ ‘ Nurturing Relationships’ ‘ Rigor of Gurukul’ ‘ Customized Solutions’ ‘ Exposure to Culture & Heritage of India’ ‘Regular Medical Awareness Camps’ ‘ Qualified Passionate Teachers’ ‘ Care and Concern’ ‘Hands on Experience’ ‘ Staff Growth and Development’ ‘ Preparing for Global Citizenship’ ‘ Exposure to Foreign Languages’ ‘Enabling Conscious Choices’ ‘ Life-skills’ ‘Expert Guidance to make a difference’ ‘Physical Fitness programs’ ‘Yoga & Meditation’ and many more….

Keeping the above in mind we at SAS are consciously attempting to balance needs, expectations and reality. We are aware that the returns would be directly proportional to the careful investments we make on our children. Our unique I Cube Learning Ladder facilitates a balance in many ways. The link between the Learning Methodology and Hindu beliefs would enable one to comprehend the environment at SAS where young minds are moulded into community leaders.

Brahma, the creator – We create curiosity.

Vishnu, the protector – Curiosity sustained

Shiva, the destroyer – Destroy all the doubts through experiential learning and recreate further curiosity.

Celebration of Knowledge continues…..

Teachers on Picnic

The staff of SAS got a much needed break from their hectic routine when a trip was organised for them to Dudh Sagar Dairy, Mehsana and Balaram Palace. At Mehsana they were welcomed by the staff of Dudh Sagar who treated them to a sumptuous breakfast before a visit to their milk plant. It was definitely an informative trip as the SAS staff got to know about the procedure of procurement, pasteurization and packaging of various kinds of milk and its forms.

They then proceeded to the Balaram Palace. Once there, they were spellbound by the spectacular scenery. The palace lay amidst the Aravali range with a breathtaking view of the valley below. Its plush gardens rejuvenated the SAS team and the child within them came alive. Everyone enjoyed playing a few team building games and had loads of fun before digging into the delicious buffet.

As it was time to return to Ahmadabad, none were willing to board the bus and were craving to have some more fun. It was truly a refreshing day and we all hope and look forward to such more memorable trips organised for the staff in the future too.

SAS Video Presentation

SAS on YouTube

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TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STAR HOW I WONDER WHAT YOU ARE!

At Shanti Asiatic School, we believe in giving our children opportunities for doing little things; for looking around and exploring. We firmly believe that these little things occupy the biggest part in their heart and lead to the most joyful learning.

As a part of an effort to make learning more meaningful, a Sky gazing activity was organized in the School campus from 6pm – 8 pm on Thursday, November 18, 2010. The faculty team from the astronomy department of Vikram A Sarabhai Community Science Centre was instrumental in setting up several telescopes in the lawn and making the event a grand success. A live practical explanation to locate various constellations (Lyra, Summer Triangle, Cassiopeia etc), pole star, planets and their satellites was lucidly provided.

Children were thrilled to actually see these celestial bodies about which they had only read about in their books. A wave of exhilaration ran through them as they located an artificial satellite moving very swiftly. Through the telescope, students could observe the planet of Jupiter with its four satellites and a belt of gases, rocks and ice around it. The craters of the Moon with its terminating line were also very vividly observed through the powerful telescopes.

While the information provided about the focal lengths of the telescope and the magnification with respect to the human eye intrigued those interested in physics, the ‘aha’ experience of all the children after seeing the planets and their satellite was a joy to watch and cherish.

We are hopeful that this activity would have inspired many of our young children to build on their dream and pursue research in the field of Astronomy and Science in their future lives.

Magic Show @SAS

Shanti Asiatic School - Celebrates MAGIC....


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Happy Children's Day....!

The day began with the intention of making children feel special.
Teachers had made up their minds to lead all the activities planned for the day.
Right from welcoming children with traditional TILAK to performing for the children, the day was for the children to have fun & celebrate childhood with the school.
All the classes had ballons which were bursted to bestow choclates on children.
All children received a delicious cake piece from the school.
When children witnessed teachers performing Kawali, Mime, Song and relate they were reassured that the day was theirs.
As an extension,teachers enabled students of Pre Primary to play musical chair and the children thoroughly enjoyed the complete attention that they received.

HAPPY DAYS THROUGHOUT YOUR LIFE OUR DEAR CHILDREN:)

Collaboration with NIIT

Keeping in mind what our children would need in future we have got into an association with NIIT for our IT classes. What does this offer?

o Age appropriate curriculum

o Periodical assessment

o Monthly performance report to parents

o Exposure to latest developments in the field

o Professional approach to learning.

o On going training for our faculty

o Certification for students

Asiatic Model of learning

If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it."
Margret Fuller

The future of society always lies in its children. It is in their formative years that their character and values are shaped. It is as children, they will pick up their role models and goals. At SAS, our initiative is to introduce our children to positive role models and value orientations of respect, humility, honor and many more.

We have taken the first step by emphasizing Asian Value Orientations and its rich heritage in our learning methodology. Here we impart education, that is a seamless fusion of Intelligence with Wisdom, Mind with Heart, Power with Values and Progress with Tradition.

We value your feelings!!

All the items in the grandparents program were related with social-relation and feelings. Also small children’s presentation in the modern era was very attractive. Very entertaining for grandparents…..

(Grandparent)

• We love this function, It’s a unique celebration which is disappearing now a days. We respect this invitation which makes us emotional and at the same time makes the coming world more powerful by putting value in SAS children.
Keep it up … Thanks for all respect.

(Grandparent)

• It was a good entertainment program for grandparents and all of us enjoyed. All the best for future and keep it up to make our child aware of our culture. Thanks….

(Parent)

• I am highly impressed by the function for grandparents, it was well organized well managed and very systematically conducted.
We hope your school’s reputation will go very high.

(Grandparent)

• At first I want to tell you we are very happy that you’re thought of such wonderful evening for old grand parents. It is teaching the young kids to think about their grand parents favorites and their memories of past.

(Parent)

Samarpan 2010

SAMARPAN – Celebrating the special bond between children and their grandparents is truly a very special event at Shanti Asiatic School, which was held on Friday, October 29, 2010. Children are the pillars of tomorrow – the pillars of coming time. Are we nurturing them into becoming healthy human beings? Do we make them a good human – one with virtues and values?

Our Indian culture is rich and varied but many children are not able to realize its value. Lifestyle changes have struck many families and the sense of family identity, values, belief and principles is a big question mark in the lives of many children.

SAMARPAN is an attempt not only to instill the sense of belongingness and identity with our roots in our students; it is also to cherish the loving and unique relation that exists between grandparents and children.

The programme at SAS showed the various facets of the unique relationship. Being demanding, having tantrums, appeasing and soothing are some of these. These sentiments were lovingly expressed by the young students singing time old favorite songs for grandparents. The different equations existing in families and how it impacts our value and virtue system was presented brilliantly by the depiction of ‘Vikram and Baital’ skit. A reality check through a questionnaire explored interestingly the intensity of bonding not only with children but also between parents and grandparents. Several games and activities were specially designed to bring light fun-filled moments which will make the grandparents cherish the evening for a long time

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21st Century Infrastructure

The infrastructure at SAS, is an outcome of the needs and aspirations of your child. The entire infrastructure has been made keeping in mind, how to stimulate a child's imagination once inside the campus.

The campus provides the following facilities for the Holistic development of the child:

1.Air-conditioned Learning centres/classrooms. Specially designed Pre School classrooms which are colorful and vivacious giving toddler’s lots of scope to explore and learn.

2.Computer labs with unlimited access to information and knowledge.

3.IT enabled Knowledge centers powered by broad band internet with a dedicated team of knowledge buffs to download and keep the entire school current with global events.

4.State of the Art IT enabled library. The Library at SAS works closely with the Knowledge centre and constantly adds to its knowledge resources. Multimedia presentations in libraries shall be a common feature in the library.

5.Science labs for research and life science studies, language labs for lingua enhancement, Mathematics labs for numerical efficiency shall be the key highlights at SAS.

6.Art & Design centres enable children to express their ideas in a more artistic and creative manner. With evolving forward linkages of art to imaging the children shall be given a opportunity to try their hand at digital art like animation etc under the guidance of eminent faculty from the field.

7.Performing studios for dance and music to give the children an exposure in World music. Children shall be thought classical, semi-classical, western form of dance and music at SAS.

8.Amphitheatre to for theatrical and musical performances.

9.Ample Sports facilities comprising courts and grounds for badminton, volleyball, basketball, soccer, cricket.

10.Dedicated R&D centre headed by the Principal ensures positive and consistent ideation amongst the teachers thus taking the school towards innovation

Dental Care @SAS

Health and Hygiene’ – In connection with the running theme of the month, our pre-primary children visited ‘Dr. Zaveri’s Dental clinic’ for an awareness session followed by individual checkup.

Each child was given due attention and induction about dental care and as a recognition of their involvement and interest each of them received a bagful of fruits from Dr. Zaveri.

Sir we thank you for your time and service.

Visit @ Vaishno Devi

“Jai Mata di” “Govinda, Gopala” – echoes of Jaikar everywhere
Std I and II students were all geared up to visit Vaishno Devi and Balaji Mandir on 21/10/10, in alignment to their ‘Culture and Heritage’. When they reached the temple, they adapted to the peaceful environment.

They received a coin ‘Khazana’ as Prasad, listened to the story of Maa and understood the history behind each stoppage like Ban Ganga, Charan Paduka etc, Incarnation of lord Vishnu at Balaji Mandir left them spell bound.

Such visits make learning easy and meaningful.

Dussehra @ SAS

SAS celebrated the festival with gaiety. The whole Ramayan was narrated in abridged form at the school assembly by our Hindi department. The teacher glorified the importance of celebrating Dussehra as a festival signifying victory of good over evil.

A few students of prep-dressed up as Ram / Laxman shot arrows at the effigy. The students witnessed burning of effigy of Ravan in joy.

In-Campus Canteen @ SAS

SAS in its enhancement drive to provide fresh and quality food has made a huge investment in setting up a fully equipped kitchen and serving tools. All staff involved in preparing and serving food are being equipped and trained for total hygiene driven processes.

Day Boarding @ SAS

Shanti Asiatic school DAY BOARDING PROGRAM is another initiative to further our vision of ensuring Holistic Development of our children. A Program that offers beyond school hours academic guidance, activity based engagements and a comprehensive physical development routine.

The primary objective of the program is to offer our children an opportunity to spend quality time within the school environment and engage them positively in developmental activities under the guidance of educators and experts.

The program has been divided into academic time and physical engagement time to ensure that the children nurture independent work habits and find time to explore, interact and experience freedom and fun of learning. Preparing creative team projects would be a part of the learning process. This inculcates team work, co-existence, and responsibility towards deadlines.

Spending more time at school is being greatly enjoyed by all day boarders who are now getting more scope to observe and absorb from their Surroundings.

Bus-Washing Day @ SAS

In accordance with the theme of the month (Transport)

All Children of nursery, Jr.Kg, Sr.Kg, Classes 1 & 2 were enthralled to have a Bus – Washing Day. They eagerly waited for their turn to washing the bus and enjoyed the washing experience to the core.

They are now looking forward to such more sessions.

Prayaas @ SAS

The chairman of the school Shri. Brijmohan Chiripal REASSURED that SAS would be relentless in its attempt to keep the association meaningful & fruitful.

On October 5, 2010 SAS celebrated ‘Prayaas’, to introduce children to Gandhian way of life on the occasion of his birthday and to highlight on his tools of Truth, Ahimsa, Satyagraha and Non-violence, thro mime and narration.

The program began around 9:00 am in the morning with a warm welcome to the parents and Children of ‘Samvedna’- An NGO, Blind People Association & Shela Municipal School by the SAS Teachers.

Though the whole function was connected and maintained the spirit throughout, there were peak points like cricket match & Basketball game between SAS children and children of Blind People Association. Also canvas painting on Gandhiji’s vision by SAS children, Shela Municipal School’s children and ‘Samvedna’ children.

On this occasion, Extending its arms for underprivileged children further, SAS launched SASkar, a ‘Buddy school programme’ for Shela Municipal School (SMS) in which SAS children will be continuously interacting with Shela Municipal School (SMS) and assisting them learn finer skills of life.

Golf @ SAS

Golf enters SAS as a certified activity in the school calendar for the students of Std 6, 7& 8. SAS has collaborated with SNAG in this pioneering initiative.

Students will have 16 rigorous sessions in this programme & they will also have opportunities to meet Golfers of their age & level from the town.

We are happy to report that two sessions are already over & our students are enjoying the game & have displayed highest levels of involvement.

Tiny Hands @ Work

Theme – Plants

Recently our nursery children experienced various stages involved in creating a ‘Kitchen Garden’ Where they learnt to dig, sow, sprinkle water and observe the seeds grow.

Our Core Values

“Nine tenths of education is encouragement.”
Anatole France

The foundations of learning at SAS are, in its rich and unique holistic approach, integrating the best of hi-tech education with relevant value systems,to become the ideal 21st century Gurukul in its true spirit. At the core of this endeavor is the challenge to develop an inspired global learning community that can change the future of mankind.

SAS philosophy stands strong on the three fundamental values:

Creativity - Sensitivity - Responsibility

Creativity: Igniting young minds!
Creativity is the essence of learning at SAS. The school program reaffirms our faith in giving freedom to the child to explore new ways of learning and sharing. This enables, critical thinking, problem solving and building a healthy attitude towards learning.

Sensitivity: Building “Emotional Quotient”!
Every child's heart has a unique set of Emotions which enable him/her to express his/her potential. Our effort is to understand these emotions and mentor every child by giving adequate exposure to national and world issues of energy, environment, and conflict resolution with utmost care. We aim to make global citizens who have IQ along with EQ.

Responsibility: “Making Responsible World Citizens”!
At SAS we believe that every thing begins with an intent which gets converted to an initiative and then a responsibility. Every child at SAS is groomed to take the initiative and accept change. Our effort is to make open-minded individuals out of our children who are ready to take on the world in their stride.

AT SAS our dream is to see every child become independent, sensitive, productive and responsible, ready to transform the world into a better place.