ENGLISH"Be willing to be a beginner every single morning." - Meister Eckhart January marks the beginning of a new year and inspires us to start our lives anew, to strive for our dreams with renewed zeal and energy. Through the cold month of January, students of grade VIII ended the literature section with a stimulating by the youngest Romantic poet - John Keats. 'On the Grasshopper and the Cricket' presented the poet's perspective on two different seasons and brought forth the music of the earth, how it never ceases. The poem motivates humans not to always persevere even through the hard times and take inspiration from nature. In grammar, topics such as Adverbs, Prepositions, and Conjunctions were done as a recapitulation of what the students have already studied in the past years. HINDIसाहित्य पाठ - ' सुश्रुत ' के अध्ययन से छात्रों को अपने देश की महानता का ज्ञान हुआ | शल्य चिकित्सा का आरम्भ भारत देश में हजारो वर्ष पूर्व ही हो गया था | अधानिक युग में चिकित्सा के क्षेत्र में आने वाले परिवर्तन के बारे में जानकारी प्राप्त हुई | आत्मविश्वास व चिंतन क्षमता का विकास हुआ | (सतत विकास लक्ष्य - ४ ) जीव विज्ञान व तकनीकी शिक्षा विषय से एकीकृत | व्याकरण - अनेकार्थी , वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द , श्रुतिसमभिन्नार्थक व पर्यायवाची शब्दों का अनुप्रयोगात्मक अभ्या कराया गया | छात्रों के शब्दकोश में वृद्धि हुई | MATHUnderstanding perimeter and area is like unlocking the secrets of space and boundaries in our everyday surroundings. Chapter: Perimeter and Area Recapitulation of the previous year's concept on Perimeter and Area was done through a short oral test. Understanding the concept of perimeter, calculating the perimeter of various polygons, including rectangles, squares, triangles, and irregular shapes, applying the formula for perimeter, and solving problems related to real-life situations, were taught in the class with the help of NCERT Text Exercise questions. [SDG 4 Quality Education] SCIENCEBIOLOGY: In January, the students started with the recapitulation activities. Oral Revision of the chapter Transport of Substances in Plants and Animals was done for the UT-II assessments. The different exercises and questions from the NCERT were revised in the class. The students attempted the Google Form and Practice Questions and Sample Paper to assess their understanding of the concepts for improving their overall learning. After the exams, students were engaged in the class activity of dissection of flowers to practically understand the concepts done in the chapter- Reproduction in Plants. Chapter Exercises and Question-Answers were discussed to assess the understanding of the concepts of the chapter. PHYSICS: Revision is not merely a journey through familiar territory; it is the deliberate act of sculpting understanding, chiseling away the superfluous to reveal the refined essence of knowledge." Through the diligent use of revision sheets and oral reviews based on the chapter-Electric current and its effects they equipped themselves for the upcoming UT-II. Following the assessment, the learners engaged in a comprehensive discussion of the question paper, reflecting on their understanding and application of the concepts. In February, students showcased their learning through dynamic presentations and engaging activities, adopting innovative approaches like the flipped classroom model. Simultaneously, they geared up for the impending final exams by initiating comprehensive oral and written revision sessions. These preparatory measures laid a solid foundation for the upcoming annual examination, ensuring students are well-equipped to demonstrate their understanding and mastery of the subjects. CHEMISTRY: "Revision is an effort that makes the ordinary statements become extraordinary ones." With the above said conviction, students of Grade 7 revisited all the concepts from Chapter-Wastewater Story through revision sheets and oral revisions to be prepared for their UT-II attempt. Post UT-II, the question paper for the same was discussed with the learners, after which learners were divided into groups for the upcoming flip class on the concepts from the Chapter- Forests: Our lifeline! SOCIAL SCIENCEGEOGRAPHY: Life in the Deserts- Our planet Earth has different and various physical features. Somewhere one finds the plains and somewhere the elevated areas such as plateaus. Various other physical features can be the mountain regions, the grasslands, the islands, the coastal regions, or the deserts. In this topic, students took a look at the deserts. They learned about two different kinds of deserts with their features. CIVICS: Revision for Annual Examination HISTORY: The Making of Regional Cultures- India is a land of diversity in several aspects. We associate the people and regions with the language they speak. Each region across the nation has its own culture, traditions, food, and lifestyle. But, have all these regional cultures existed forever? No, this is surely a misconception. Students unraveled the fact that the regional cultures that we experience and follow in the present day have evolved by the mixing of local traditions with ideas and values inculcated from other regions. While there are some old practices that people still follow, over time, they are evolving into new forms. Class discussions helped in gaining a deeper insight into the making of regional cultures in India. ICTCybercrime is the biggest challenge these days with the development and access to technology across the globe. Different Cyber Tools and Cyber Threats & security were discussed in the class. The students researched on the terms like Social Networking Sites, Microblogging, Cloud computing, Google Drive, One Drive, YouTube, Google Maps. SANSKRITछात्रों को ‘बुद्धिर्यस्य बलं तस्य’ पाठ स्पष्ट किया गया। सभी छात्र संस्कृत पढ़ते समय बेहद उत्साहित थे और अब वे संस्कृत की कार्यपत्रिका को भी अच्छी प्रकार से पूरा करने लगे। FRENCHIn the month of January, our students delved into French culture, exploring the iconic Galleries Lafayette and unraveling the stories behind significant French brands. Our language lessons took a dynamic turn as we dived into the intricacies of grammar, dissecting the nuances of partitive articles and reflexive verbs with vivid examples. Conjugating verbs, including the tricky 'ger,' 'yer,' and irregular ones, was also done. As we explored the seasons in Europe, our students savored the essence of French culture through an exploration of traditional meals. We also learned a few expressions with the verb "faire." SPANISHDuring January, students continued exploring clothing-related topics. They grasped the concept of demonstrative adjectives and were introduced to direct object pronouns. After acquiring the vocabulary related to clothing, the class participated in a book exercise, expressing themselves in the immediate future tense while discussing appropriate attire for various occasions. GERMANIn January, students continued to study famous German personalities. A project on the German physicist Albert Einstein was discussed. Students learned how to greet on birthdays and give their own birth information. Imperative verbs were taught along with ordinal numbers. PHYSICAL EDUCATION Under the guidance of their respective teachers/ coaches, students learnt: Badminton: Evaluation of skills, skill demonstration by students, practice with teacher, 11 points match, Knockout matches and match playing. Gymnastics: Basic floor exercises and balancing beam activities, performed on a padded floor mat, involving a combination of forward roll, backward roll, handstand and artistic exercise, walking and balancing on the beam. Judo: Ushiro Ukemi (Backward fall), Mae Ukemi (Forward fall) Cricket: Batting Basics, Front foot defence, Backfoot defence, Bowling basics, Pace bowling, spin bowling, Fielding drills, Running between the wickets, Practice Matches to apply all the knowledge. Basketball: Shooting Layups: A fundamental shot where a player drives to the basket and shoots the ball off the backboard or into the hoop and Free Throws Football: Push pass, In step receiving the ball, Outstep Receiving and Chest pass, Kicking; Drills to teach In step, Out step, Chip shot, Short and long-distance kicking. Heading and Throwing and Defense. Swimming: Basic Strokes: Front Crawl (Freestyle), Backstroke Shooting (Grade 5 and Above): Shooting Techniques (Timed Fire), Fundamentals of the Shoot: Preparation, Aim, Breathing, Trigger control, Follow through, Scoring INDIAN DANCERepublic Day is the day when India marks and celebrates the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect on 26 January 1950. This replaced the Government of India Act 1935 as the governing document of India, thus turning the nation into a republic separate from British Raj. To celebrate the same students learnt a freestyle dance, full of patriotic energy and vibrance. DANCE FORM: Freestyle SONG: Chak De India WESTERN DANCEIn their Western Dance lessons, the students learnt: 1. The combination steps of Contemporary Dance: Shoulder isolations, leg kicks, leg raise, bum rolling. 2. Full body strengthening warm-up routine to keep one injury free and strong 3. Choreography was done keeping the essence of full movement intact and add the commercial elements to make the art form interesting. DANCE FORM: Contemporary SONG: Satyamev jayate INDIAN MUSICजनवरी माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: गायन अभ्यास: शुद्ध स्वर अलंकार । राग,गीत - देशभक्ति गीत, लोकगीत प्रयोग हुए वाद्य: तानपूरा, ऑडियो ट्रैक । गायन तकनीक: गायन के अभ्यास की बुनियादी तकनीक, प्रतियोगिता में प्रस्तुति के महत्वपूर्ण बिंदु कक्षा ६ -११ जनवरी माह में छात्र छात्राओं द्वारा की गई गतिविधिया: चयनित छात्र छात्रों ने गणतंत्र दिवस एवं शहीद दिवस की प्रार्थना सभा मे उत्साहवर्धक गीत का प्रदर्शन विभिन वाद्यों (हारमोनियम , तबला ,बांगो,शेकर्स , स्क्रेपर , घुंगरू , मंजीरा एवं ढपली ) के साथ किया। वाद्य - कांगो , बोंगो, बककेट ,टेमरिंड ,कलेप बॉक्स ,कीबोर्ड ,ढोल एवं ढोलकएवं तबला का प्रारंभिक परिचय , हस्तमुद्रा (तीन ताल ) एवं भजनी ठेका । WETERN MUSICSongs: Imagine by John Lennon. Students learnt to express their ability to convey emotion and expression through singing. Music interpretation, performance confidence, ear training, improvisation, versatility were also practised. Instruments used: Guitar, drums, piano, keyboard Music software- DAW DRAMAStudents delved into the exploration of "Navrasa" encompassing Shringara (love/beauty), Hasya (laughter), Karuna (sorrow), Raudra (anger), Veera (heroism/courage), Bhayanaka (terror/fear), Bibhatsa (disgust), Adbutha (surprise/wonder), Shantha (peace or tranquility). • The comprehension of Navrasa and its role in characterization became apparent through the learning process. • Students gained insights into various levels of emotions and expressions, actively engaging in practical exercises such as emotional circles and emotional walks. • Through "One group, one emotion" improvisations, students honed their understanding of characterization by connecting it with a range of emotions. VISUAL ARTS In their Visual Art lessons: Students drew abstract texture landscapes and designed their own constellations. They also completed the art page in their SDG book. Students were introduced to texture landscapes and human figure drawing in winter landscape. Art Technique: Free hand, colouring, contour outlining, design thinking Art tools: Pencil, crayons, scale, crayons, oil pastels, pencil colours, poster colours, acrylic colours Learning Outcome: Development of imitation and observational skills, understanding geometrical shapes. SDG 15: Life on land LIFE SKILLSJanuary was a month of profound exploration, as students delved into the "Understanding Norms" module in their life skills lessons. Focused on Empathy, Cooperation, and Social Norms, the lessons aimed to distinguish personal values from societal expectations. Engaging activities included "Norms in a Box," where students anonymously shared their experiences, fostering a culture of openness.
The metaphor of "Boxed Thinking" illustrated the impact of societal norms on our minds, prompting discussions on unboxing ideas for personal growth. Activities like "Walk in Someone Else's Shoes" and role-playing demonstrated the power of empathy in understanding diverse perspectives. Values took center stage with activities like the "Values Crossword" and "Mine vs. Other's Values," fostering insightful discussions on respecting individual beliefs. As we challenged assumptions, the importance of breaking free from societal norms emerged, promoting innovation and embracing individual contributions.
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