DEAR--DROP EVERYTHING AND READ

As part of the National Reading Day 19 June 2024, our school is conducting a reading program DEAR Drop Everything And READ for the entire school during the 7th period. 

The respective subject teachers are requested to present the reading material posted in the smart board of the class for the students. 

 Everyone is requested to participate by reading during the said time.

The Class XI  students planned an interesting and captivating exercise called "Storygami" for the students of Class 2 as part of the National Reading Day celebrations. In order to vividly illustrate the story of "Frog and the Princesses," the senior students skilfully combined storytelling with origami to create realistic-looking characters and scenes.

The engaging and eye-catching performance enthralled the youthful crowd. The senior students expertly told the story while folding paper to make origami figures that symbolised different parts of the narrative. This creative method improved the story's readability and assisted the younger kids in better picturing and comprehending it.

The session ended with a memory test to gauge their level of listening comprehension. In order to get them to remember and think back on what they had heard and seen, questions concerning the characters and other plot points were posed to them. This exercise reinforced the value of attentive listening and comprehension while being entertaining and instructional.

The Storygami session, which encouraged a love of reading and storytelling among the younger audience, was, all things considered, the high point of the National Reading Day festivities. It demonstrated the kids' inventiveness and teamwork.

Participants List 

Sundar Rajan -XI

Aryan asif -XA

Disciples

Gaurang G Pai-XA

Madhav A -XA

Madhav K -XA

Aashish U -VIIIB

Ayush K Adhish -VIIIB

Dubbing artists

Deepak Shenoy - XII A

Neehaara - XIIB

Rishi Raj - XIIA

As part of the National Reading Month celebrations, a declamation in Malayalam was held, featuring the fictional novel "Biriyani" by the well-known Malayalam writer Sandosh Echikkanam. The novel delves into themes of food exploitation and presents contrasting perspectives on food through its characters.

The characters from the novel were brought to life gracefully by NandaKishor of Class XII C and Balamani of Class IV C. Their powerful performances effectively conveyed the complex emotions and differing viewpoints on food depicted in the novel, captivating the audience and bringing the story's themes to the forefront.

This declamation was a significant part of the National Reading Month celebrations, highlighting the richness of Malayalam literature and the importance of understanding diverse perspectives through storytelling. 

NandaKishor and Balamani's commendable performances added depth and authenticity to the event, making it a memorable experience for all attendees.

On 2 July 2024 a attracting skit was presented during the school assembly, showcasing the collaborative efforts of students from grade XI and V. 

The script for the skit was creatively penned by Ganga Saju Menon, Elisha Chacko, and Dia Sajil of Class XI, whose writing skills brought the story to life with vivid dialogue and engaging plot twists.

The voice editing and voice acting were also managed by the talented students of Class XI. Their efforts in modulating voices and ensuring clear and expressive delivery added depth and dimension to the characters, making the skit both enjoyable and professional.

The young actors from Standard 5 took to the stage to enact the skit. Their performance was nothing short of remarkable, as they portrayed the characters with enthusiasm and confidence. Their ability to embody the roles and convey emotions captivated the audience, earning them rounds of applause.

The seamless collaboration between the scriptwriters, voice editors, voice actors, and young performers highlighted the importance of teamwork and creativity in producing a memorable performance.

BOOK MARK MAKING

The school held a bookmark-making competition for students in Classes 9, 10, 11, and 12 in honour of National Reading Month. This artistic endeavour encouraged students to create original and interesting bookmarks in an effort to bring together their passion of reading and the arts.

Students eagerly entered the competition, displaying their artistic abilities and originality through a range of bookmark designs. Every submission reflected the unique styles of the pupils as well as their love of reading and literature.

The Made Book Marks were given birthday cards during the assembly on the days that followed as a way of thanking them for their efforts. The celebration gained a personal touch from this action, which inspired and motivated the attendees.

A fun addition to the National Reading Month events, the bookmark-making competition encouraged students' creativity and sense of community while highlighting the value of books in our lives and the joy of reading.

In connection with the National Reading Month 2024 celebrations, a literature quiz was organized for the students of Classes 6, 7, and 8. The quiz was conducted by Master Arjun Vivek of Class XI D, who displayed excellent organizational and leadership skills throughout the event.

The quiz tested the students' knowledge of various literary works, authors, and literary terms, encouraging them to delve deeper into the world of literature. The participants from Classes 6, 7, and 8 showed great enthusiasm and competitive spirit, making the event lively and engaging.

Both the participants and the audience were fascinated by Master Arjun Vivek's perceptive questions and engaging hosting manner. It was commendable how well he orchestrated the activity and inspired the little quizzers to get involved. 

On July 12, 13, and 14, 2024, the school collaborated with United Books to host a book fair as part of the celebrations for National Reading Month. One of the main highlights of the festivities was this event, which gave parents, teachers, and kids to look at a wide selection of books.

The book fair featured numerous stalls, each brimming with a wide range of literary works, including classic literature, contemporary fiction, educational resources, and children's books. The collaboration with United Books ensured a high-quality selection, catering to varied interests and reading levels.

Many students and teachers took advantage of the fair to expand their personal libraries and discover new authors and genres.