News Letter – October

2017

Oct 5th – World Space Week – MYP – Written Quiz,

Extempore Speech (Sathyabama University)

Oct 6th - World Space Week – PYP, MYP – Fancy Dress

Competition, Drawing Competition (Sathyabama University)

Oct 7th – Teacher’s Induction Program

Oct 16th – IIT (Science Exhibition)

Oct 17th – World Food Day

Oct 25th – Field Trip K1 & K3 (OMR Food Court), K3

(Worship of Places), PYP 1 – 5 (‘Annai IIIam’ Old Age

Home)

Oct 27th – Guest Lecture on Health & Dengue Awareness

Sathyabhama Fancy Dress & Drawing Competition

The parent's involvement in dressing up their

ward for the fancy dress competition using

their creativity was appreciated and the

excited students showcased their talents

with the theme of Space, during the ’World

Space Week, celebrations held at Satyabhama

University on October 6th, 2017 Chennai.

They were rewarded with a certificate and

gifts.

Needless to say, the students of grade PYP

4 & PYP 5 were all set to participate in the

drawing competition also did their best

exhibiting their thinking skills.

Sathyabhama University has conducted

World Space Week during 4th October to

10th October at University Campus

Chennai to commemorate significant

achievements of space explorations.

On 5th October our Gateway International

IB acorns from MYP3 to MYP5

participated in written quiz competition on

the theme of Space Science &

Technology.

On 6th October our Primary wing as

well as MYP1 and MYP2parcticipated

in drawing competitions. It was an

amazing performance from our

students.

On 6th October, MYP 5

Vithun participated Extempore

speech. Title were given on spot and

duration was only 2 minutes.

Vithun has performed well and he won

the 3rd prize, it was a great

achievement for our school.

Congratulations VITHUN!!!

We take pride to congratulate Vithun Krishnakumar of MYP 5 for

winning the extempore speech competition conducted by Satyabhama

University to celebrate the World Space Week.

Induction Program For Teaching Staffs

The Gateway International School

has recently recruited 8 new

teachers to enhance the student’s

learning in International

Baccalaureate PYP wing and

organized for induction on October

7, 2017.

We are glad to induct them with an

interactive value-laden induction

program conducted by Ms. Kalpana

Bharaneedharan; exploring through

the IB learning engagements. The

induction started in full swing, with a

brainstorming session on ‘Education’

& ‘International Mindedness’. It

addressed the understanding of trans-

disciplinary themes and the in-depth

learning received in the conceptual

understanding, in comparison to the

topic based learning. The induction

greatly served as a guide to the teachers on the IB theory and its application of inquiry based

learning; ‘How best will the students learn?’

Science & Technology Exibition

The Mega Science, Technology and

Industrial Expo was venued at IIT , Madras,

Anna University and CSIR –CLRI ,Chennai,

owing to The India International Science

Festival -2017 organised by the Ministry of

Science and Technology, Govt. of India

National Institute of Ocean Technology,

Ministry of Earth sciences and Vibha .

The PYP -5, MYP 1-5 of Gateway

international School visited the expo at Anna

University on 16.10.2017. The focal theme of

the expo was ‘Science for New India ‘. There

were more than 300 stalls from all the states

of India exhibiting their scientific and

technical innovations. There were also

exhibits from various departments working

under the Government of India like

Department of atomic energy, (DAE), Defence

Research and Developmental Organisation

(DRDO), Indian Space Research Organisation

(ISRO), National Thermal Power Corporation

(NTPC) etc. The students had a useful time and

gained knowledge about various scientific

inventions and research carried out in those

sectors. The students were able to gain

detailed information from the delegates in a

many topic like cloning of trees, defence tanks,

missile operations carried out, organic

farming, developments in the field of

Biochemistry, sericulture, Aquaculture,

Handloom etc. The students also had a great

time in enjoying the fun filled science park in

the outdoors which enabled them to learn the

science facts through play models and games.

17th, October, 2017 is observed as the World Food

Day in honour of the founding of the Food &

Agriculture Organization of the UN in 1945.

The World is filled with diverse culture and tradition.

The tradition varies from country to country, but

food is the common element at every

celebration. Our PYP and MYP students gathered on

October 14th to share varieties of food items

prepared at home by them with the help of their

parents. This celebration was to emphasize on the

fact that the food produced and consumed is safe and

healthy and also to mark the significance of open-

mindedness, accepting food from different cultures

The tiny tots of K1&K2 enjoyed the visit to 'OMR Food

court' - ‘Moosa land’ which is built with three pillars -

kids, fun and safety-holding the roof of human

interactions. The students explored through the play way

method using different apparatus that enhanced their

fine motor and thinking skills.

Enthusiastically communicating with peers, the students

enjoyed the trip thoroughly. This was a learning

experience, where kids learnt to express themselves

while also developing their social and physical skills.

The Students of K3 were taken for a field trip to a

Temple, a Mosque and a Church on 25th October 2017.

The students were happy to witness all places that

aroused great interest among them to know about Indian

culture and tradition. They showed great interest in

performing prayers. They were open-minded to respect

other religions, and this turned out to be a day of delight.

A visit to Annai Fathima Ilam – An Old Age Home (dt. …)

With the sole conviction of not isolating the old and deprived

children, it is a blessing for many who have been sheltered at

Annai Fathima illam located at Karapakkam, Chennai.

PYP students had a deep insight into some of the bitter and

disillusioned realities of life. Children of various ages who

either had no family or have lost their families in natural

calamities were also part of the centre.

After small entertainment programme children were teamed

along with the other children of the welfare centre that

provided first hand experiences to the learners and as a part

the

school’s initiative to sensitize the young towards the aged and

the needy. One of the elderly woman shared few words on how

one should treat old aged parent.

The teachers also got an opportunity to console the elders and

offered fruits, cookies; and the most precious help was to vent

the feelings of the old which made many outbursts their

emotions.

It was really a joyous experience for all the students to visit the old age home and interact

with its inmates. Some children also quoted “This is the best field trip”.

The most inspiring lesson learnt at the home was, that in spite of facing so many hardships

these young and aged people have brave hearts and are still trying to find endless ways to be

happy to live. This trip really moved the children of Gateway … and reminded them of the

reality of life!

Guest Lecture on Health & Dengue

Dengue, a mosquito borne tropical disease is spreading rapidly in Tamil Nadu.

Our MYP students wanted to take an initiative to create awareness about

dengue in a local community. Guest lecture by Dr. G. J. Christian opened their

eyes about the causes, effects and prevention of this deadly disease.

Dr. G.J. Christian, Associate Professor, National Siddha Research Institute,

Chennai on 27th Oct 2017 educated our students through a detailed

presentation. He is also the Principal Investigator in Case-control Dengue

Clinical Trial, published under the title, “Protective effect of Poly-herbal

Siddha formulation - Nilavembu Kudineer against common Viral fevers

including Dengue – “A case-control Approach”; in International Journal of

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Deborah from EYP shows immense pleasure in

understanding the unit about 'Roles and Responsibility and

is able to connect to her peer group. She communicates

confidently by sharing her thoughts and enthusiastically

participates in the classroom engagements.

Larkin from PYP is knowledgeable and an open-minded

child who respects everyone's ideas whole-heartedly.

During the field trip, Larkin is appreciated for donating his

entire piggy bank saving, which shows his responsibility

and generosity when he visited 'The Old Age Home. He

exhibits commitment, sincerity and creativity in all his work.

Vithun from MYP has amazing critical thinking abilities.

He loves to inquire and clarify every concept. He also is an

excellent communicator. He is being awarded student of the

month for his pro-activeness in using his skills and for

working towards improvement in the approaches to

learning overall

School Uniforms

Many students have been attending school with incorrect uniforms.

Please be aware that all students are required to wear the appropriate

school uniform.

For boys - Dark grey shorts, white half sleeve shirt, grey/black socks,

tie, belt, black shoes. On Tuesdays and Fridays – house T-shirt, black

pant, grey/black socks, black shoes.

For girls – Dark grey pinafore, white half sleeve shirt, grey/black

socks, tie, belt, black shoes. On Tuesdays and Fridays – house T-shirt,

black pant, grey/black socks, black shoes.

These items must be purchased from school. Please be aware that if

your child attends school in improper uniform, you will be called to

bring your child the correct uniform.

Wearing the school uniform helps to build pride and school spirit and

when the correct uniform is not worn and or it is dirty or sloppy it does

not build a culture of pride or care for one’s school, we are asking

parents to assist us by requiring their children to dress in appropriate

uniform before leaving for school.

Thank you for your support.

Water Bottle - Gateway requires all students to have water bottles in school. These water bottles are important to make sure our students stay hydrated throughout the day. Please send a water bottle for each student.

TRANSPORTATION - Please don't forget to contact Ms. Sumita Sen (proib@gatewaytheschool.in) for the transportation arrangements.

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