Happy Father’s Day

The students of SAS had a very special day on October 18, 2013. All the students were invited to bring their dad for “Father’s Day” celebration. Tiny Tots choir song with heartwarming expression to make their Father feel special. Each child was given a “Father’s Day” card by his/her Father as a symbol of appreciation and love. Children also enjoyed refreshments with their family.

The programme was appreciated by all. One parent expressed “….. It was a new and innovative way to celebrate Father’s day at school….”

These attempts help to foster the importance of relationship and family values in students.

Chalo Garbe Ghumiye……

On October 11, 2013, SAS campus rocked with the beats of Garba. All the students and staff got themselves soaked in high spirits that enhanced the rhythm of their dancing feet to the melodious beats of the Navaratri.

The celebrations was started with traditional aarti which marked the divinity of occasion.This nine-day festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil and exhorts mankind These celebrations helped the students to taste the flavour of our rich and varied culture.

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Hathi Ghoda Palki…Jai Kanhaniya lal ki

“Hathi Ghoda Palki…Jai Kanhaniya lal ki” the whole SAS premises echoed this as the Pre Primary and classes I and II celebrated Janmashtami on August 27, 2013. The campus was decorated with buntings, flowers and swings. The children were brightly dressed as Krishna, Radha and Gopikas.

 

Celebration with gaiety began with lighting of ceremonial lamp by Guest of Honor – Mrs Nitika Chiripal. Little Angels captivated the audience by enacting various roles of Sri Krishna from childhood and delivered the dialogue in their innocent way. Mesmerizing dance performances, under the guidance of their teachers, won the heart of audience. The crowd of Gwalas came dancing and jumping to break the Matki and thrilled the show.

Students had a gala time as they paid homage to Shri Krishna – unchallenged Hero.

Follow your Heart

“It’s impossible” said pride
“It’s risky” said experience
“It’s pointless” said reason
“Give it a try” whispered the heart

Children have many dreams when they grow up …what are the things that make time fly and the world almost disappear around you while you’re doing it. All you need is courage to follow your heart and intuition everything else is secondary.

SAS students of grade IX and X were overwhelmed to attend a live web seminar “Follow your heart” organized by ITC. The panelists were renowned people like Soha Ali Khan, Ayushmann Khurrana, Ravinder Singh and Terence Lewis.

 

 

It gave students an opportunity to know the thought process of celebrities; it also allowed students to have a digital experience through various applications.

Thus it was a wealthy learning experience for students. It filled every student’s heart with the message …..” only option you don’t have is to stop trying and give up. Don’t give up too easy…it’s your dream we are talking about!”

Here’s My Hat

Here’s my hat.
It holds my head,
The thoughts I’ve had
And the things I’ve read.

It keeps out the wind.
It keeps off the rain.
It hugs my hair
And warms my brain.

Pointy ones, veiled ones, flowered ones, sporty ones were some styles seen on the little Angels’ heads at SAS on 2 July, 2013.Students and staff members donned their favourite hats to celebrate “Funny Hat Day”.

Students and Parents crafted hats themselves by using scrap materials, the most popular styles included sports team caps, cozy winter hats and silly themed hats. The students were excited and curious to know what everyone was wearing.

 

 

They also rocked in the “Dance Party” organised at Sand-Pit of the school. Children wearing beautiful and colourful costumes with hats looked like butterflies enjoying the breeze. Few stylish young women performed Cat-Walk.

Teacher’s were overjoyed and expressed the mesmerising moments...
“...We do fun theme days throughout the year for the kids.... Nurturing children and their learning abilities in a creative way....”

Thus Tiny Tots had a blast in their”Masti Ki Pathshala”

KAI PO CHE..........

Kites soar against the wind and always inspire us. The winter sky in Ahmadabad is incomplete without colourful Kites rising high in the sky. But what goes into the making of Kites? A close encounter with all the variety of Kites is what engages the mind of our Class I, II and IV students and hence they were thrilled to take an exciting trip to Kite museum on 22 June, 2013 and 29 June, 2013.

Students simply loved exploring the museum. There were wonderful examples of Kites made from all sort of materials such as paper, nylon, cotton and bamboo created by Bhaubhai Shah. The exciting and amazing stories of every Kites held a lot of fascination for the young viewers. Kids were mesmerised by the miniature paintings of Radha Krishna to the intricately crafted sequences of Garba dances, mirror work and block prints which adorned the wall of Kite museum.

It was a day filled with fun and frolic, dipped with all the hues and colours; it was indeed a joyous and learning moment.

Welcome Teachers…….

Welcome Teachers…….
Confidence comes from discipline and training.

Education today needs a metamorphosis. All the teachers were eagerly looking forward to the training session, which was meant to equip them with teaching techniques. Intensive Teachers Training Programme was organized from June 3, 2013 to June 7, 2013.

3th June 2013:- “Handling Emotions and Self Motivation” – Dr Shailendra Gupta

The training session was inaugurated with great enthusiasm and the theme was “Handling Emotions and Self Motivation”. Welcome address by the Principal, began with an inspirational prayer, which was followed by an informative and interactive session by Dr Shailendra Gupta. It made us think beyond the horizon and solve problems. Guidelines given in the program will not only be applied academically but also in our day-to day lives. 

4th June 2013:- “Micro Planning “ – Mrs Sandhya Uday

The Vice Principal addressed the need of Micro Planning. The main focus of the training was on UBD lesson planning, Inter-house competitions, proxy-substitution, worksheet/practice material, Global awareness programme, life-skills, value education and parenting workshop. She also encouraged the teachers to discuss and share their ideas.

5th June 2013:- “Extra Marks” – Mr. Shaishav
Third day was a training package from “Extra Marks” that provided teachers with practice in topics such as basic troubleshooting, presentations, interactions combined with hands-on activities. It helped teachers to get “User Friendly” with the software

6th June 2013 & 7th June 2013:- “CCE Planning”- Ms Sunita Solanki

As per the CBSE new guidelines and firmly believing in this, SAS had organized two- day training programme which was dedicated to CCE (Continuous Comprehensive Evaluation) Planning, conducted by Ms. Sunita Solanki from NIIT – one of the most prestigious institutions and identified by the CBSE .She laid emphasis of thought process & de-emphasise memorisation. She also briefed teachers on how to reduce stress on children and produce learners with greater skills. Teachers were involved in different activities, thus the session helped them to think out of the box and bring child closer to the subject.

It was observed that the training sessions were not only impressive but also meaningful. The enthusiasm seen during the sessions was well appreciated by the trainers. The most important thing learnt by the teachers was to create a friendly environment for teaching and learning which would help in improving the quality of interaction between the children and teachers.

KIRTAN @SAS

“DISCOVER THE ARJUN WITHIN YOU”

Striving for reaching Focus in our lives is the lofty aim of the “International School for Krishna Conciousness”.

As a part of their mission, knowledge of the Bhagwad Gita, was taken up as activity with all the students from class VI onwards on the last working day of the term ie April 30, 2013.Devotees from Iskcon Temple led the Kirtan which charged the atmosphere with melodious chants and divine vibrations through their mahamantra “Hare Krishna Hare Rama”.It conveyed the message “Deepest ways we can connect with others in relationship is to chant together”. 

The chanting bestowed students with inspiration, association and spiritual nourishment.

“SCIENCE IS SPIRITUALITY”

“SCIENCE IS SPIRITUALITY”
Rendezvous with Sunita Williams.

The students of SAS had an extremely inspiring interactive session with Indian-American astronaut Ms. Sunita Williams April 6, 2013 during her brief visit to our city.

Ms. Sunita Williams was adoringly simple and narrated her space journey with the help of a video. She explained her space visit and tried to inculcate interest in science and space among students. She also said that training and travelling has taught her "tolerance" for everyone and made her believe that people are "universal citizens" of a beautiful planet. The space girl said spirituality is not different from science. 

This was followed with a brain storming session where selective questions were asked about her experience in space. Dr Williams answered each with full zeal. It was indeed once in a lifetime experience for students!!!

Parent Orientation for new SAS students

Welcome to SAS!!!

Making a smooth transition is the key to success. SAS organised orientation program specifically for parents of new students on April 3, 2013 and April 9,2013. We feel it is as important for the parents to get acquainted with the school as it is for the students.
The program includes information sessions on a range of topics like financial aid, student resources, campus housing and SAS policies. 

 We look forward to work with parents as partners for the children’s holistic growth and development.

Shanti Asiatic Annual Fiesta “Aashayein”- 2013

“Aashayein” the yearly Annual Bonanza at SAS was celebrated with great enthusiasm and gaiety at school campus on March 23, 2013. The function was marked by a vibrant and colourful programme by the students on Theme: “Thread – The Fabric Of Life” depicting the importance of web in life.

The Chief Guest for the grand evening was Shri Ravi Saxena, Additional Chief Secretary-Dept of Science and Technology while the Guests Of Honour were Shri Chitaranjan Singh, former Director General Of Police, Gujarat, Shri Prakash Kapadia, President of well known NGO- Jagega Gujarat Sangharsh Samiti and Shri Naresh Sanghi Active Judge of the Punjab and Harayana High Court.

The Principal Mrs Anita Verma welcomed the guests and parents. While presenting the Annual Report which highlighted the school’s incredible growth and accomplishments over the year in all areas, she said “Shanti Asiatic School’s commitment is not only limited to academics but much beyond it”. The presentation was followed by the prize distribution ceremony.

Addressing the gathering, the honourable Chief Guest Shri Ravi Saxena congratulated the school for its commendable contribution in the field of education. He also said that the teachers are the architects who shape the personality of students by giving them quality education.

A mesmerizing cultural show with 100% participation of students grabbed the attention of the audience, thus the event gave an opportunity to all the students to display their hidden talents. The performances were nothing but a subtle manifestation of the holistic growth of SAS students.

The Guests of Honour Shri Chitranjan Singh, Shri Prakash Kapadia and Shri Naresh Sanghi complimented on the significance of the theme. They also congratulated the parents for their encouragement and constant support.

The programme ended with National Anthem.
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Pre-Primary Annual Day

“Big Surprises comes in small packages”

The little angels of SAS proved it right as they celebrated Aashayein “Thread: the fabric of life” on March 24, 2013. The event was graced by our Director Mrs Nitika Chiripal, Principal Mrs Anita Verma and Vice Principal Mrs Sandhya Uday.

Tiny tots put in their heart and soul in order to exhibit their talent and skills in front of their loved ones. The audiences were spellbound as the evening unfolded through various performances; tiny tots of Nursery displayed the “Unity in Diversity” through their dance performance followed by the presentation of creeping crawlies of Jr KG who showcased different seasons through fashion show and dance.

 

It was certainly a special day for Sr KG students. They appeared gracefully in their convocation costume. It was a moment of pride for them when they received their certificates from their respective teachers. We are extremely proud of the children for their dazzling performances. We want to once again congratulate our graduates.

It was indeed a memorable day in the lives of our smart kids!

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Bouncing Bunnies at Kids City

Yaaay!!!!! class screamed with joy when they heard about a trip to “kids city” on March 13, 2013. There was lot of enthusiasm and excitement right from the time we boarded the bus at school .

 

Following their current theme of “Community Helpers”, children enacted as firemen, doctors and they also learnt about BRTS and telecom.Children played in the park for a while and then were taken to the Audio Visual Room, wherein they got chance to put up their queries in front of our Honorable Chief-Minister Shree Narendra Modi!!!

At the end they not only relished yummy iceceream but also got taste of making the same.
A memorable trip indeed for students and teachers.

Lets Make and Eat

Anything and everything makes tiny tots happy….and that makes us happy. Angels of pre-primary had a ‘Make and Eat Activity’ on March 15, 2013. The joy of making “Basket chat” was reflected on their faces as they savoured the chat.

Welcome Students

Welcome Students

Welcome new and old SAS students to academic year 2013-2014! It’s indeed very exciting time for not only educators, but also for students and parents. Teachers have been busy setting up their classrooms, while administrators have worked hard to prepare their schools for the new school year. If we all work together, we can make this a wonderful, successful year of learning and can continue to strive to accomplish the SAS mission of producing resourceful and confident young students.

 

Three Cheers to SAS’s “TIP Star”

With his amazing performance Devansh Jain emerged as “TIP Star” and was nominated by the Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) that is dedicated to identify academically gifted and talented youth. Only the top 5 Percent of academically talented students have contributed in this event.

About 1700 seventh Grade students participated this year. With his amazing performance Devansh Jain has been selected for eStudies SAS wishes Devansh success in the future.

Hurrah!!!! Picnic time for TINY TOTS

The very mention of farmyard animals lights up child’s face!!  Pre- primary children’s visit to Animal Help Foundation (AHF) was like making the “Old Mc Donald” rhyme alive. Children learnt all about the farm animals and were allowed to get close to them while feeding the animals. The staff of the AHF enthusiastically answered all the children’s inquisitive questions.

Aahana's graphical expression of visit to farmyard.

Tiny tots thoroughly enjoyed themselves on the slides, swings and the jungle gym. Thus visit to animal farm provided children (and 'grown-ups' too) with the opportunity to experience the joy of getting 'close and personal' with lots of friendly farmyard animals in a delightful outdoor country atmosphere.

“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated”

-Mahatma Gandhi

Republic Day 2013

Freedom in Mind
Faith in words
Pride in our heart
Memories in our soul
Let’s salute the nation on
REPUBLIC DAY

We celebrated 64th Republic Day with great patriotic zeal appreciating the essential diversity of the country .The patriotic songs performed by Grade I to Grade IV made the day’s celebration memorable. The students and teachers saluted those who have laid down their lives for the safety and security of the nation. The Chief Guest for the day Shri Vishal Chiripal of Chiripal Group of Industries, unfurled the flag and the whole school reverberated with the national anthem binding all with the thread of patriotism.

 

The students showcased their strength with an impressive display of the March-Past, swinging their arms and moving forward gallantly. Charvi Dave, the youngest teacher of  SAS focused on today’s youth by conveying the message in her speech” It is on the shoulders of the young that the future of the country rests because they represent new values, new thinking and the new ways of life.”, The Chief Guest enlightened the audience with his words of wisdom. He spoke about the significance of Republic Day and what it means for the citizens of our country and for the youth of tomorrow. This was followed by the vote of thanks from the Principal, Mrs. Anita Verma.

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ANNUAL SPORTS DAY 2013 @ SAS

“Sports do not build character. They reveal it”:  following this belief the house flags of Agni, Prithvi, Jal and Vayu representing SAS rose merrily towards the sapphire skies on Friday, Jan 25, 2013.

Sports conveys message that the participation is a prize in itself .We, at SAS aim to encourage students to showcase their ability with passion and to realize their full potential to excel.

 

The event was a wonderful display of school-spirit with the perfect blend of competition and friendship. And the school ground echoed with the cheering expressions and slogans like “East or West, SAS is the best”. Indeed all the players rendered outstanding performance to bring glory to their houses.

With the immense enthusiasm and tough competition….. Annual Sports Day 2012-2013, ended in the afternoon.

Let’s overview the table of results of the various events held.

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Spell Bee 2013 winners

Shanti Asiatic, takes top honour Spell Bee Winner Will Now Take Part In The Semi-Finals TIMES NEWS NETWORK

Ahmedabad: Ahmedabad hosted season five of the city finals of Radio Mirchi and HDFC Life’s ‘Spell Bee – India Spells 2013’ on Sunday. In what can be termed as India’s biggest and only spelling contest, standard VIII student Kartikey Sharma of Shanti Asiatic School, Ahmedabad emerged as the winner. He will now proceed to compete in the semi-finals of the competition. HDFC Life Spell Bee India Spells 2013 is the Indian counterpart of the highly acclaimed Scripps National Spelling Bee, USA.

The initial round of this spelling competition received an outstanding response. Ahmedabad is one of the 35 cities in which such city-finals were held over the month. The top two spellers from each city will then compete with each other in the next round. Of these, the top 16 scorers across India will battle it out in the grand finals of HDFC Life Spell Bee to be held in Mumbai in February 2013.

As many as 434 spelling enthusiasts from across the city participated in the fifth edition, aremarkable surge in the number of participants. This reiterates the popularity of Spell Bee not only among the school students, but parents as well.

In the initial phase, an on-ground exercise was conducted across 20 schools in Ahmedabad where children were given spelling tests. Top 20 scorers from each school then competed in the city finals round. The culmination of Spell Bee 2013 will see a grueling competition between the top 16 scorers of India to win the title of India’s Spelling Champion. The winner will be felicitated with cash prize of Rs 2 lakh and a trip to Washington DC along with a parent to witness the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee live.

The Times Of India
4 February, 2013

THE GENIUS ONE

Create, Innovate and Explore THE FURTURE!

Calorx School along with Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM had organized G-One Event. (The Genius One).The competition involved a bunch of kids ideating and creating, innovating and brainstorming about what already exists. The students worked in groups of four. After 2 hours of brain churning the kids had redesigned the product. The competition involved the following process.

Nearly 28 schools participated in this event and… Yuti Acharya, VI B of SAS, emerged as winner in Innovate contest.

“Dreamers are mocked as impractical. The truth is they are the most practical as their innovations lead to progress and a better way of life for all of us”- Robin Sharma

Congratulations YUTI….. Keep it up!

BOARD EXAM FEVER

Exams are the most tensed situation in every student’s life. It is very important to remember that an examination doesn’t test your memory but your learning. It’s an exam where you can test your aptitude and problem solving skills.A profound statement by Dhanvi Mathur of IX-A….

“The school is abuzz with excitement as the students of X of Shanti Asiatic School gear up for the first board. They are anxious yet happy at the same time as they will be the first batch to bring laurels to the school. They are studying very hard to score well, they are staying back and clearing their doubts and even the teachers are eager to help the students by giving them extra material to revise.”

Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration! Our best wishes are with them…

RISING STARS OF SAS…

SOF (Science Olympiad Foundation) exams are held every year; it gives students better understanding of scientific facts, which helps them in improving their reasoning, analytical and problem solving skills. 117 Students of SAS had actively participated in the event which was conducted recently.

Kudos to Master Anish, class I, the creative excellence of the youngest mind who has put in his best efforts to qualify and reached the second level by scoring  5th international rank.

Other Achievers are:-

Sr.No	Name	STD	International Rank Scored
1	Gauri	III	87
2	Dev Bhalava T	IV	65
3	Devansh Patel	V	42
4	Soumya Bhattacharya	V	42
5	Aditya Chaudry	VI	148
6	Krishil Shah	VI	148
7	Harshit Kumar	VII	134
8	Bhavya	VIII	72
9	Mansi Garg	IX	184
10	Archit Das	X	109

With the competent resources of the school and enthusiasm along with diverse talents of the students will certainly bring more laurels to SAS. The SOF second level will be conducted on 17 Feb. 2013. 

 

As truly said by Nikos Kazantzakis “In order to succeed, we must first believe that we can!!!”

ALL THE BEST!!!