NOVEMBER 2016 VOLUME III ISSUE 23

KINDERGARTEN

Diwali Celebration Childrens' Day Movie time Field trip to the Zoo Me and my Body Tearing and Pasting Let’s make a zoo and a mini-farm Prize Distribution Thanksgiving Day

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Children’s Day Shastra Pratibha Contest Science India Forum- Bahrain Spell Bee training session Constitution of India Day Spectra Art Competition Grade III Aravalli Assembly Grade III Everest Assembly Grade I Scarlet Assembly

Diwali Celebration Diwali was celebrated with great enthusiasm at BIS campus. ‗The festival of lights is a symbol of hope and victory of good over evil. Kindergarteners dressed in their colorful attires, shared sweets and

greeted each other. ‗Diya Craft,‘ a hands on activity was organized to bring out the essence of the occasion.

Children’s Day ―Children are like buds in a garden and should be carefully and lovingly nur-tured, as they are the future of the nation and the citizens of tomorrow‖. -Jawaharlal Nehru

BIS commemorated the birthday of Pandit Jawahar Lal Neh-ru, our first Prime Minister of India who was extremely fond of children. Each year on 14th November, Children's day is celebrated as a day dedicated

to childhood. A host of activities were organized by the teachers to cheer up the students. The highlight of the event was the ramp walk by Pre KG and KG kids in their Bollywood Retro Style outfits.

Movie time Animated movies have a great impact on the development of a child‘s emotional, cognitive, and social skills. Kindergarteners were eagerly looking forward

to watch "Ice Age 2". They were thrilled to hold the movie ticket in their hands and show it to the ticket master upon entry into the theater. Through this fun-filled activity the students learnt theatre etiquettes.

Filed trip to the Zoo

Field Trips play an important role in imparting ed-

ucation to children. It sensitises the kids to the habitats of animals and birds. They also learnt to differentiate between wild and farm ani-mals. Students enjoyed exploring various exhibits

and searching their favourite animal. It was a great time for all at Al Areen zoo.

Learning your body parts Our cute little kindergarten kids had a good time learning about different parts of the body. Each student came up and named their body

parts. It was a fun activity and a best way to get our kids engaged in picking up new vocabulary.

Tearing and Pasting Activity

Tearing and pasting activity was meant to intro-

duce the students to the changes in season and at the same time strengthen their motor skills. Chil-dren were asked to tear paper into small bits and paste them in a circle to make branches of

tree.Kids enjoyed arranging pieces of paper in dif-ferent patterns before gluing them. They were happy and proud to see the output of their activity.

Let’s make a zoo and a mini-farm The enthusiasm, the giggles and curious questions of ti-

ny tots motivated the teachers to engage them in creat-ing a zoo and a mini-farm. Kids enjoyed coloring the cut-outs of wild animals and making rabbit by pasting cotton on its picture. The untiring effort of KG-1 and

KG-2 students resulted in an eye-captivating zoo and mini-farm. Students were happy to see their own mini zoo and farm.

Prize Distribution John Goethe rightly said that ―Instruction does much,

but encouragement does everything". Prize Distribution Ceremony was held on 23rd November for our proficient kindergarteners . The participants of Poem Recitation, Fancy Dress Show and Vegetable Day received the cer-

tificates of appreciation from the Principal Dr. Heena Rachh.

Thanksgiving Day Abraham Lincoln asked his fellow citizens ―to set apart and ob-serve the last Thursday of November as a day of thanksgiving

and praise‖. Hence, on this day we express our sincere gratitude for the good harvest and other fortunes bestowed upon us. Our kids enjoyed preparing ―Thanksgiving Day crafts‖ by decorating pictures of turkey. Kids were also briefed with the social value

of thanking people around for the services provided by them.

Bhavans GCC Spell Bee

A big moment on stage needs careful preparation. A training programme was held at BIS to hone the skills of our Spell Bee champs for the next level. The BIS organised a special training session in this regard on Saturday, 12th and 19th November 2016. In the two days of training session, children were trained over correct methods of taking dictation, solving jum-

bled order, fill in the missing letters and were also guided on phonetic transcription. The session was a boon for the children to take a big step towards the Round 2 national level of GCC Spell Bee which will be held on 3rd December, 2016.

Shastra Pratibha Contest (SPC) On 18th October 2016, Shastra Pratibha Contest (SPC) results were declared in an event organised in Indian Embassy by Second Secretary Mr. Anand Prakash. Dr Ravi Warrior - Chairman of SIF Advisory Board and also Principal of QES; Dr Babu Ramchandran from

AMH, Executive Members of SIF, Members of ladies wing of SIF, SPC coordinators from all various schools of Bahrain and media representatives were among the distinguished dignitaries. The contest was held in two stages. 8087 students from 8 schools of Bahrain participated in the event from

grades 5-12. In the first level of contest, 130 students achieved A+ grade and were selected for SPC Second level and 559 students secured A grade. From BIS Piyush Rajesh secured 1st rank in Grade 5 Category and Amruta, Ritisha and Sreehamsini secured A grade in Grade 6 category. We congratulate all the participants.

Science India Forum- Bahrain It's just a beginning!!! Kudos BIS!!!

BIS won the first place in junior level contest in the Bahrain Students Innovation Congress (BSIC)

which was organized by Science India Forum Bahrain in association with the Department of Science

and Technology, held at University College of Bahrain in Saar. The team of students from eight

schools of Bahrain participated in the congress and contested in the event with their innovative sci-

ence projects.

The science innovation projects were evaluated and scrutinized by the eminent judges from Bahrain

and abroad. Dr.Vinodkumar, Senior Professor of Dubai Marine Technology College was the chief invigi-

lator of the event. The judging panel were inclusive of Prof.Showqi Mohammed Al Dalal of Ahlia Uni-

versity, Dr. Laxmi Narayana Gollapudi of Bahrain Polytechnic, Matt Toplis, Claire Libeau and Shaun

Libeau from Multi National School. The judges appreciated the projects and the presentation made by

the students.

Yuva Srivatsava, Mahima Susan Thomas, Ritisha Bisht, Sathyasai of Grade VI and Steve Chali Biju of

Grade V represented our school under the guidance of their educators Mr Ruban and Ms Augustina.

They presented a prototype model on Thermo Electric power generator – TEPG. They presented it

wonderfully to the judging panel and were very confident in answering all questions that the panel

raised. The impressive exhibit by our students stole the show.

All participating students were awarded with certificates for their innovative science projects. Our stu-

dents will further get the opportunity to participate in the prestigious Indian National Children Science

Congress (NCSC), to be held in Baramati, Maharashtra from December 27 to 31, 2016. It will be organized

and conducted by the Department of Science and Technology, (DST) India.

BIS extends its warm wishes to the Science team who brought laurels to the school. Also we are happy for the parents who rendered their support and encouraged their children to realise their goal.

Children’s day Celebration

Birthday of First Prime Minister of India is celebrated as Children‘s day or Bal Diwas by Indians all

around the globe with great fervor. It is celebrated every year on 14th of November to increase the

awareness in people towards the rights, care and education of children. On 15th of November a theme

fancy dress was organised at BIS. Students of Grade 1 boasted in the costume of their favourite cartoon

characters and super heroes. Students of Grade II bloomed in variety of flowers spreading their fra-

grance all around; students of Grade III dressed up in different vegetables and community helpers giv-

ing them their due respect. Students of Grade IV donned traditional dresses of India. Students of Grade

V brought the characters of fairy tales out of the books. Grade VI and VII students brought to life the

legends from history and Mythology.

Special assembly was conducted by the doting teachers to make the day memorable for students. Classi-

cal dances were performed by Ms Neethu and Ms Arpita. To make it a warm event, teachers along with

Director Ms Ritu Verma and Principal, sang a group song which reminded everyone of their childhood

days. A humorous skit and a dance sequence were presented by the teachers. An inspirational story on

the occasion was narrated by Principal Dr Heena Rachh. The event ended with vote of thanks given by

Sree Hamsini of Grade VI.

REPORT ON CONSTITUTION DAY CELEBRATION

BIS students had a chance to make history by participating in the school level Constitution Day cele-

bration from 21st November to 24th November, 2016. In addition to joining the exciting school-level rec-

itation of the Preamble, Poster making and Essay writing, they took this opportunity to explore the

amazing document that created our system of government.

Though created well over 66 years ago, the Constitution is a living document that continues to evolve

and speak to us today about issues the original Framers could not have imagined. The activities fol-

lowed helped students to know about the creation, content, and ongoing interpretation of the Constitu-

tion—and guided our students to find connections to their everyday lives.

Constitution Day Celebration was observed in Bahrain Indian School under the guidance of ma‘am

Blessy through various inter-class programmes and competitions. The students of Grade IV participated

in the oral recitation of Preamble. Students took this opportunity to know the guiding principles of our

Constitution.

Poster Making was arranged for Grade V and the posters were displayed on Social Science Lab‘s display

boards. Posters spoke about the stellar contribution of members of the Drafting Committee, essence of

our Constitution and even many unknown facts about Indian Constitution.

Calligraphy writing of the Preamble was held for the students of Grade VI & VII. Artistic and creative

writing skills were reflected well while writing down the Preamble on the Calligraphy template sheet

provided.

Sree Hamsini Balamurugan, Yuva Srivastava & Ritisha Bisht bagged first, second and third position re-

spectively. Students‘ understanding about Indian Constitution was very well depicted in their writing. This

event has boosted their civic sense and respect towards their Motherland.

Constitution Day Celebration' was conducted at Ibn Al Hytham Islamic School, Karranah. Our student par-

ticipated in elocution and essay writing competition. Yuva Srivastava bagged third prize in elocution com-

petition. The winners were awarded with certificates by Embassy of India.

Diwali Art competition

SI.NO Name of the student

Class & section Position

1 Ashok I Scarlet 1st

2 Ananya I Scarlet 2nd

3 Kshaunish I Scarlet 3rd

4 Zoey I Golden 1st

5 Jerick I Golden 2nd

6 Sarah I Golden 3rd

7 Bhavika I Silver 1st

8 Satchinmayee I Silver 2nd

9 Sandra I Silver 3rd

10 Ashley I Indigo 1st

11 Adhib I Indigo 2nd

12 Riyanshi I Indigo 3rd

Individual Prize winners

SI.NO Name of the stu-dent

Class & section Position

1 Krishna Manas II Amazon 1st

2 Agrim II Amazon 2nd

3 Deepsha II Amazon 3rd

4 Mishal II Ganges 1st

5 Aman II Ganges 2nd

6 Haripriya II Ganges 3rd

7 Shivangi II Thames 1st

8 Pritha II Thames 2nd

9 Suvit II Thames 3rd

10 Avisha II Cauvery 1st

11 Harishankar II Cauvery 2nd

12 Saraswat II Cauvery 3rd

Individual Prize winners

Greeting card making

SI.NO Name of the student Class & section Position

1 Shaurya III Kilimanjaro 1st

2 Arnav Vijay III Kilimanjaro 2nd

3 Varad III Kilimanjaro 3rd

4 Darun III Aravalli 1st

5 Anushka Tote III Aravalli 2nd

6 Atharva III Aravalli 3rd

7 Janhavi Vaikil III Everest 1st

8 Krissh III Everest 2nd

9 Ishaan Pande III Everest 3rd

SI.NO Name of the student Class & section Position

1 Anushka IV Maple 1st

2 Sanskriti IV Maple 2nd

3 Aseem IV Maple 3rd

4 Mahika IV Cedar 1st

5 Siya IV Cedar 2nd

6 Saksham IV Cedar 3rd

SI.NO Name of the student Class & section Position

1 Manoj V Aries 1st

2 Parvathy V Aries 2nd

3 Aaliya V Aries 3rd

Diya Decorations

Individual Prize winners

Individual Prize winners

Individual Prize winners

SI.NO Name of the student Class & section Position

1 Nayana VI Tagore 1st

2 Pavithra VI Tagore 1st

3 Ritisha VI Tagore 1st

4 Suprabha VI Tagore 1st

5 Kshetra VI Tagore 1st

6 Maitreyee VI Tagore 1st

Rangoli making competition

(Group event)

Winners : Group 1 NAMES GRADE POSITION

SREE HAMSINI VI Tagore I

YUVA SRIVASTAVA VI Tagore II

RITISHA BISHT VI Tagore III

Essay Writing competition

Spectra Art Competition

Spectra Art Competition was held on 18th November at Indian School of Bahrain, Isa Town. The event was

organised by Embassy of India and sponsored by Faber Castle. A total of 1400 students took part in it. 11

students of BIS participated in different categories. Out of 400 participants 3 students of our school Pritha

Singh, Suvit Sarkar of Grade II- Thames and Anushka Jaydip Tayde of Grade III- Everest were among the

top 25 rankers in the Group I (5-8 years) category.

Grade III – Aravalli

On 24th of October students of Grade III Aravalli celebrated

the centenary of Delhi as the 'capital city of India'. Students

presented amazing facts about Delhi. Under the guidance of

Ms Mahvish they showcased a dance performance dedicated

to the ethnicity and diversity of India. Special news and Quiz

based on the theme were also conducted.

Grade III - Everest

Assembly on enhancing English language was conducted by the

students of Grade III Everest under the guidance of Ms. Shivani

Barjatya . The highlights of the assembly were a powerpoint

presentation on the origin of English language followed by quiz

on antonym, idiom, proverb and analogy. It gave an opportunity

to students and teachers to further enrich their grammar.

Grade I – Scarlet

On 1st November, the students of Grade I - Scarlet presented their morning assembly. The theme was

'Respect others and Act Responsibly' (ROAR). It elucidated on the moral aspect of being respectful in be-

haviour towards friends, family and other people. The students urged the audience to fulfill their social ob-

ligations and be responsible at home, school premises or any social place. A skit on the topic was beautiful-

ly enacted. An excellent performance was showcased by kids under the guidance of their class teacher Ms

Asma, who also ensured a hundred percent participation of all students.

BIS throws the doors open for the admission to the academic year 2017-2018.

Do tell your friends about it as you may not like them to miss this opportunity…!!!

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