School Assemblies are one of the most important elements of the school curriculum. They foster a sense of community and spread positive ethos. During assemblies, values are passed on to students. They learn, among other things – cooperation, honestly, respect for self and others, diligence, perseverance, punctuality, the importance of excellence in all school activities and respect for rules. They are given moral and spiritual guidance for everyday life as well as an awareness of pressing social issues Being Obedient

Cleanliness is next to godliness Great Explorers Of The World Lending a helping hand

Loyalty Music and Dance

Personal Safety Punctuality School, A Versatile Platform For Students

Sharing is caring Well Begun is Half Done Yoga Talent editorial board HILLSIDE NEWS In-House Magazine Of JHPS ISSUE 12 v MARCH 2015 WWhathat yoyouu don’t want to mmiissss From the Chairman’s Desk ...... 4

From the principal & academic direcotr’s Desk ...... 5

A HAT TRICK OF AWARDS ...... 6 CHIEF EDITORS INTERVIEWERS photo grapher INTERVIEW SECTION ...... 9 Roshini, Mahima Prasanna Kalyan Karthik JHKs section V. G. Poornima Epsisri Bharat Diwali & Brown day ...... 11 Sharon, Akrita Lasya Yashraj orange colour day ...... 12 field trip - nehru zoological park ...... 13 ILLUSTRATIONS Teacher REPORTING TEAM Coordinators pongal ...... 14 P. Sumath Members of cover story Ms. Farheen Naaz Journalism Team Ms. Chandra safety & security ...... 15 Ms. Jayasree NEWS within campus Ms. Dipti Ch. exhibition of art and books ...... 19 talent show ...... 21 Annual day celebrations ...... 22 From the Editors’ Desk… xpressions - A class IV programme ...... 23 odyssey by class II students ...... 24 Safety has become a matter of concern for everyone in today’s world. We need to be smart and safe whenever we are stepping out of our children’s day ...... 25 homes. This issue of Hillside News focuses on keeping yourself safe christmas celebrations ...... 27 in the world. Our school is doing its best to provide a safe and secure thyagaraja aradhanotsavam ...... 28 environment for us to study in. A feather in the cap is Jubilee Hills Public farewell ...... 30 School receiving three awards for providing excellent education and infrastructure to the students. We hope you enjoy reading this issue as workshops - teachers ...... 31 much as we enjoyed compiling the magazine for you. workshops - students ...... 35

The biggest source of inspiration and motivation in bringing out this students speak ...... 36 issue are our readers. We dedicate this issue solely to you. You can sen SPORTS ACHIEVEMENTS ...... 3 7 dyour opinions and suggestions to us on [email protected], OTHER HAPPENINGS ...... 40 as they will gives us the necessary feedback. ARTICLE SECTION ...... 41 We hope that this reading experience is a memorable one. book review ...... 42

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We believe in keeping our children safe

“Tomorrow – your reward for working safely today” - Robert Pelton

he safety and security of our students is always a top priority for us. We have set up a plan in this regard and introduced several new systems .We have increased the number of security T staff, installed CC cameras all around in the campus, and introduced Walkie-Talkies for better communication. We have also introduced screening process for appointment of staff and also for visitors. Apart from the purchase of new school buses, we plan to introduce a GPRS system in the school buses to track the movement of buses as well as the students. We are also one of the few schools to have certified fire fighting system in the campus. However, we reiterate that the safety and security of the students is a co-operative effort by the management, staff, students and parents. Proper coordination among them can only ensure prevention and preparedness for any emergency. It is a matter to rejoice, that our school is recognized for its best practices in all areas and has been ranked as the No. 1 school in Hyderabad by reputed education magazines.

A. Murali Mukund Chairman Jubilee Hills Public School

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Most parents assume that their children will be safe and “Luck runs out but safety is secure. How true is this in this day and age? The most good for life” important thing that parents and schools can give to their most priceless possession is Safety and Security.

Safety is of paramount importance in today’s world. Schools and parents alike need to make the child feel The safety and security of our students and staff is reassured and secure. The most essential requirement of prime concern to us. JHPS follows a rigorous plan for developing and learning is feeling safe and secure. to ensure the safety of those in the premises with the Children rely on us to help them meet their needs in help of the CCTV cameras installed all over the school. healthy, appropriate ways. The threat to children has increased and if we are oblivious to this, our children Our aim is to be modernized with the latest bear the brunt of our negligence. technology and utilize it to provide a safe and secured atmosphere to all. We at JHPS believe in promoting We need to foster an environment where the child is safety in all the forms like the Fire Safety, the Food able to approach us and confide in us. Safety, the Cyber Safety, Secured Entry and Dispersal At JHPS we strive to provide a secure, caring, and etc. The Emotional Safety of the child is well taken enriched environment that promotes learning and the care of in the Health and Wellness club. It is our duty development of the child. Teachers, sub-staff and all to work in unison as an adult, teacher, well-wisher to staff related to the School are trained to notice any make the child feel safe and secure. unnatural or untoward behaviour in students, staff and

It is a matter of immense pride that the school visitors. Workshops are conducted for all the aforesaid has received a hat-trick of awards this year. We are people to increase awareness and also to make them indebted for the continual support and co-operation understand the repercussions and penalties if the by the management, parents, students and the staff. safety or security is breached or violated.

M. Varalakshmi Let us be vigilant and not compromise the safety Principal and security of children entrusted to us. Jubilee Hills Public School G. Sreedevi Academic Director Jubilee Hills Public School

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Jubilee Hills Public School has been showered with a hat trick of Awards this year. Our School has been successfully striving to provide a sound educational environment to the students since 1986. The endeavor to provide students with overall personality development scheme through academic excellence and communicative, creative and sportive skills and build their confidence while being rooted to their culture with a mindset to be both modern as well as traditional has been recognised and rewarded. The school has strived to provide the highest quality education. The School develops and nurtures the innate creativity in students. It prepares the students to face the world with necessary emotional and moral strength to compete globally in an exemplary, versatile and sustainable way.

RANKED NO.I BY DIGITAL LEARNING MAGAZINE

s a premier and renowned school in Hyderabad, A JHPS has upheld its motto “TRADITION AND TECHNOLOGY”. The school was ranked number 1 among Hyderabad Schools for the year 2014-15 by Digital Learning Magazine. The top most rank is a feather in its cap.

Asia’s leading magazine on Ms. M. Varalakshmi receiving the Education, Digital Learning’s award in Delhi mission is to raise awareness about how Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is playing a pivotal role in enhancing the scope, reach and quality of education. The magazine conducts annual surveys to judge schools. Schools have been evaluated on the basis of the following indicators: School’s Reputation, Academic Performance, Teacher’s Competence, Academic Excellence, Infrastructure, Students’ Development, Sports and Extra-Curricular Activities. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi received the award in Delhi.

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Ms M. Varalakshmi and Ms. G. Sree Devi receiving the award in Mumbai

he school was also honoured with Indy’s Education Award for Outstanding School (South) for the school’s outstanding contribution T to the field of education. Out of the six selected outstanding schools from South India, JHPS is the only CBSE school selected for this award from Andhra Pradesh & Telangana region. The Indy’s Education Award is an international accolade conferred by the Stars of the Industry Group. The Award programs were created more than 40 years ago in the United States to recognize outstanding accomplishments under the banner of Golden Star Awards. In India it is their 9th year of recognizing the best in Education, IT, Marketing, Manufacturing, Corporate Social Responsibility, etc. The Awards set standards and benchmarks of a very high order for others to emulate. The objective is to create values that will set iconic leadership and orient people to that leadership. Indy’s Education Award recognizes schools and colleges that are role model to the entire community of educators and inspires them to improve from good to great. The award was received by the Principal, Ms M. Varalakshmi and the Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi at the award ceremony organized on 14th February 2015 at Hotel Taj Lands End, Mumbai.

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 7 Prof. Y. V. U. Varma, Management JHPS ONE OF THE TOP 20 Committee Member and Ms. G. Sree CBSE SCHOOLS Devi, the Academic Director attended the awards function at Bangalore and received the award. Brainfeed has also interviewed a number of eminent and leading educationists about the school ranking system and school excellence awards. One of them Sri A. Murali Mukund, Chairman of Jubilee Hills Public School was interviewed in this context. In his interview to the magazine he stressed that,, the physical infrastructure and teachers of the school are the best features of the school. He also spoke about how every year a Career Prof. Y. V. U. Varma and Ms. G. Sree Devi receiving the award in Bangalore Fair is organized to provide career guidance to the outgoing students. he school was also recognized identify the top 20 schools in Hyderabad He emphasized that the main reason as one of the top 20 schools based on excellence in a school’s for being one of the most successful T in Hyderabad by Brainfeed, pedagogic practice, culture, core values schools in Hyderabad inspite of being a a prestigious educational magazine and management. Brainfeed’s objective non-profitable organization is that the as the school that has constantly in organizing this award is to identify school is dedicated to provide quality upgraded its knowledge base by schools that are constantly pushing education to the students with all the employing and retaining educated, themselves to excel in transforming their latest infrastructural facilities. learned and knowledgeable teachers institutions into an abode of learning, and other support staff and kept them enhancing the intellect of their school motivated to perform optimally. The students and making them worthy to lead research team of Brainfeed carried out a bright life in the future. an extensive and exhaustive survey to

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What was your motivation ? Recipient of President’s Best Student I find Math very interesting and always enjoy doing it. I also love solving Award - Sreeya Peddina puzzles. The first time I came across the word ‘cryptology’ was when I was reading a Dan Brown novel. In the book ‘Digital fortress’, the protagonist is a cryptographer whose name is Susan Fletcher. I loved the book and the role of Susan. Let’s just say Susan Fletcher is my motivation! Do you have any valuable message for your juniors ? I don’t know if it’s a ‘valuable message’ or not but I would ask them to not hesitate to do something they like. Make your school life a memorable one. How did you feel after winning this award ? I was happy and felt honoured. Receiving Sreeya Peddina receiving the award from the President of the award in the presence of my parents, JHES & JHPS, Sri K. Satyanarayana all my teachers and friends makes it a special one for me. Whenever I see the award, it makes me feel good about myself. What do you want to take up as a career. Cryptography is basically the art career in future ? of writing or solving codes. Somehow I might take up Cryptography as a the idea of decoding mysterious messages fascinates me.

Recipient of a special scholarship award for exceptional performance – Avvaru Rohitha

What do you want to take up as a career in future? I’ve chosen MPC (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) as my stream and my ambition is to become a great engineer. As of Avvaru Rohitha receiving the award from the President of now, my aspiration is to get a seat in a reputed IIT or NIT. JHES & JHPS, Sri K. Satyanarayana Who was your motivation? tools to success. I’d advice my juniors to manage their time My parents and school teachers were my motivation they judiciously and work hard to achieve their goals. helped me a lot in developing passion towards studies to achieve my goals. How do you feel after winning this award? Do you have any valuable message for your juniors? I felt very proud on receiving this scholarship and was happy to see my parents feel proud of me too. According to me, hard-work and time management are the

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Recipient of Best Girl Student Award - T. Sai Nikhita

How did you feel on winning this as many activities as you can without award? losing your focus on academics! Receiving the news that I have been What have you planned for your chosen as The Best girl Student made future? me tremendously happy. Right from the My aim is to complete my education lower classes, I have always admired from a premier institution and proceed Sai Nikhita receiving the award from the my seniors who have received the Best to take up either Indian Civil Services or Chief Guest, Ms. T. Rajani Student awards. But knowing I was Teaching. going to be one such student too made me ecstatic. Is there any moment from your school performances, Projects and homework life which you fondly remember? have all been unforgettable memories What valuable message would you for me. I would really like to thank the like to give to your juniors? Being in this school for 12 cherishable years, I am unable to pinpoint one JHPS management and the teachers for I would only ask my juniors to aim for memory. The serious classes, The fun providing me with such excellent years holistic development. Never let your ECA periods, Inter-school competitions, of education and for bringing out the talents go unexpressed; participate in Special assemblies, Music and dance best in me.

Recipient of Best Boy Student Award - Archit Kottapalli

Who/ What was your motivation? My motivation has ways been the lives of those around me, their continuous struggle and how even after going through all of this, they find it in them to spread a smile. I find it heartening that people around me are true and hard working. All of us work towards a better future. Someday, I hope to be able to make those around me happy and return the unconditional love and support that my family, friends and teachers have given me. I have Archit Kottapalli receiving the award from the never idolized anyone in particular. Chief Guest, Ms. T. Rajani Was this your dream come true? I never dreamt of personal achievements at such a level. As What do you want to take up as a career in future? a student, I constantly kept working and tried to contribute Not really sure at this stage still. I am torn between the to the rich history of the school. I never really worked for an choices of engineering and writing. Either way, I want award or reward, but rather for the sake of the task at hand. to create things. That has always driven me. I write in I kept working sincerely and honestly. The rewards followed. my free time and then put it online for people to read. I How did you feel after winning this award? always look to build simple and useful tools like watch Honestly, I never thought I would get it. I thought that there holders or screwdrivers to make life easier. What appeals were so many others who had more certificates to show for tome is the simplicity of the creations and how useful or a greater responsibility carried out. But then, I approached they can be. I enjoy finding new solutions to problems. this task the same way I did all through my school life. When Depending on my success in these fields, I hope to I won, I was pleasantly surprised and happy. decide my career.

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caterpillar collage, garden making, tortoise colouring, poha GREEN DAY collage on a parrot, decorating a tribal dress, vermicelli collage The Kindergarten of Christmas Tree and scenery making. The students enjoyed Department reciting `I am a tiny seed’ and `If I were a butterfly’. The song celebrated Green “Lion sleeps tonight’ was sung by the LKG students. The event Colour Day on 24th culminated with the teachers and the students tapping their November, 2014. feet at the end. The school premises was brimming with the The day was full of teachers and the students adorned in glittering green. The fun and frolic which Principal Ms. M. Varalakshmi, the Pre-Primary and Primary was designed Headmistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal, graced the occasion. Ready for rhyme depiction as an aid for the youngest children to recognize the green colour and its influence on their lives. The Mini Auditorium was the venue for this occasion DIWALI & BROWN DAY and was dazzling with the green colour cut-outs, drawings and crafts of different objects like trees, bushes, grass, leaves, green coloured insects, parrots, snakes, etc. The significance of the colour green was communicated by the teachers and the students. The students participated in many activities like

DUSSEHRA AND PINK DAY Jubilee Hills Kindergarten School celebrated the Pink Colour Day on Friday, the 12th of September. Children participated in various activities like cherry blossom, design my frock, pig puppet, princess cake, onion print, Barbie doll, flamingo fun and tulip garden. Diyas ready to be lit The Academic Director Ms. G. Sree Devi, the Pre-Primary and Primary Headmistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal graced the occasion and encouraged the little ones. A student from LKG Jubilee Hills Kindergarten School celebrated Diwali and th spoke about Barbie doll, another student of UKG spoke about Brown Colour Day on 17 October, 2014. The assembly lotus. A student of UKG recited a rhyme on pink colour. Few began with Astalakshmi slokas recited by the students. A children participated in the Bunny Race and the winners were PowerPoint Presentation on Safety Measures to be taken rewarded. The teachers recited rhymes and students joined on Diwali, was shown to the children. This was followed in. A dance on `Barbie’ set everyone’s foot tapping. by a Diya Dance performed on instrumental music. A skit presented by the students of LKG and UKG depicted There was a Special Assembly organized for Dussehra Ravana Vadh and return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya and how on the same day. The students were mesmerized by the Ayodhya was lit with earthen lamps when Ram, Laxman and depiction of a few scenes from Ramayana. The importance of Sita returned to Ayodhya. Next in line was a Puppet Show good prevailing over the evil was established. on a story related to squirrel and the advent of three lines on their backs. It was an amazing show. As a part of the Brown Colour Day, melodious rhymes were recited by the students and teachers. The Art teachers made the stick Teddy Bears and gave them to all LKG and UKG children. A song ‘Oh its brown-brown’ was sung by teachers and students. The programme concluded with children dancing on ‘Brown girl in the ring’. The children painted the diyas and decorated them as a part of the Brown Colour Activity and took the diyas home. The Academic Director Ms. G.Sree Devi, the Academic Coordinator Ms. Suneeta Roopchand and Primary and Preprimary Head Mistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal graced the occasion. The children were then taken to the ground to Activity packed pink day burst crackers.

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 11 jhks section White Day Jubilee Hills Kindergarten School celebrated the White Colour Day on 19th December, 2014. The significance of colour white was spoken by the students of both LKG and UKG classes. UKG students sang a song “See the sun” along with the music played by a teacher. UKG students recited rhymes “Sing for white & Snow Flakes” and “My Pigeons House”. Then the students got engaged in group activities like Cotton Dabbing on Snowman, Poha Pasting on Swan, Rabbit Face Masks, Stars and Moon model, Polar Region with Cotton and Silver foil pasting, X-Mass Tree, Pandas and Penguin Activity. The program concluded with a dance by the teachers and the students. The Art teachers gifted a pearl necklace and a hair clip made with white thermocol balls to every teacher. The Chairman interacting students carried home their handmade white dove pasted with thermocol balls. The students and all teachers were dressed Coordinator Ms. Suneeta Roopchand, and Pre-Primary and in white. The Mini Auditorium was decorated beautifully with Primary Headmistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal, graced the occasion white colour cut-outs. and also appreciated each and every teacher for their hard The Chairman Sri A. Murali Mukund, Principal Ms. M. work and effort put in for the celebration. Varalakshmi, Academic Director Ms. G. Sree Devi, Academic

YELLOW DAY On Friday, the ORANGE DAY 25th of July, Jubilee Hills Jubilee Hills Kindergarten Kindergarten school School has been celebrated making students the Yellow aware of various Colour day. colours by way of The program various activities Yellow colour day celebrations started with which are the children performed by the speaking about the importance of the colour `YELLOW’. th children. On 30 They cited many examples of things found in yellow colour Students ready for the orange activity January, 2015, we like flowers, fruits etc. The next in line was the Giraffe celebrated orange song, sung by the UKG children. A small skit on the life of colour day. This was the last representation of colours this a Sunflower was depicted by both LKG and UKG students. year. Teachers and students dressed beautifully in different The day was full of activities. The children participated in shades of orange. The Mini Auditorium was decorated with various hand-on activities related to yellow colour like a variety of different kinds of orange objects. The Committee the Desert activity, Sun watch activity, Sunflower mask, members Ms. Sandhya Kode, Mr. Krishna Murthy, Chairman Mr. Sponge dabbing and Cloth Collage on a frock, School A. Murali Mukund, Academic Director Ms. Sree Devi, Academic Bus colouring, making of a Corn and Egg shell Collage Coordinator Ms. Suneeta Roopchand, Pre-Primary and on a mango. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi, Academic Primary Headmistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal graced the occasion. Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi and the Headmistress, Ms. Sonia The teacher explained the formation of orange colour from Nagpal graced the occasion and gave encouragement the primary colours red and yellow. Students recited rhymes to all. The program ended with a group dance where the and danced on the catchy tune of “pumpkin pumpkin” and teachers also joined the children on the `Peel the Banana’ exhibited their talents. Children participated in different types song. Each child got a banana craft from the activity of activities representing orange colour like crush paper collage teachers. All the teachers and children had dressed up on maple tree, sticking small bits of paper on carrot, pumpkin in yellow. The venue, Mini Auditorium was beautifully collage, orange rubbing, pumpkin creeper, thumb printing decorated with yellow colour craft. The icing on the cake on fish and octopus. Students were given a take home carrot was the Management distributing bananas to all the craft by the Activity department. The program concluded with children. teachers and students dancing together.

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FIELD TRIP – NEHRU ZOOLOGICAL PARK There are some things we can’t buy, one such thing is our childhood…..To enjoy the spirit of Children’s Day, the Kindergarten students were taken to the Nehru Zoological Park. It was an Educational Field Trip. The children were explained the significance of maintaining silence in the zoo. They were made aware not to wander from their own groups for the Children boarding for the joy ride security reasons. In the zoo, they saw elephant, lion, tiger, giraffe, zebra, rhino, hippo, deer, chimpanzee and many other animals. There were different types of birds like emu and ostrich which were the centre of attraction. The Crocodiles looked scary. The students just loved the train joyride. They enjoyed lunch in the open under the green trees. A tetra pack of fruit juice and a bar of Perk was given by the school. The students came back enriched with more knowledge about the animals and their homes. Besides learning about animals, students also learnt the social skills of taking care and sharing. Its picnic time...

Jingle bells Jingle bells .... Santas are in town Christmas cake being cut by the Chairman

the hall’. A few children dressed as Santa Claus danced to CHRISTMAS the tune of `Jingle bells, Jingle bells’. Santa Claus visited and Jubilee Hills Kindergarten School celebrated Christmas on wished the teachers and the students in the Auditorium. 24th December, 2014 at the Mini Auditorium. The venue was The Chairman Sri A. Murali Mukund, Principal Ms. M. beautifully decorated with a Christmas tree, Snow Man, Stars, Varalakshmi, Academic Director Ms. G. Sree Devi, Academic Streamers and Balloons. The show started with the students Coordinator Ms. Suneeta Roopchand, Senior Headmistress Ms. speaking on the significance of Christmas. Christmas carols Durga and Pre-primary and Primary Headmistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal, were sung by teachers and students. The children saw the graced the occasion. The dignitaries cut the cake on this occasion. video of the birth of Jesus Christ. The children performed The programme concluded with the teachers and students a skit on the birth of Jesus Christ followed by a song `Deck dancing.

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PONGAL Pongal Special Assembly was conducted on 9th January, 2015, in Jubilee Hills Kindergarten School. On the occasion the puja was performed by the Committee Members with the children joining them in the prayer. The programme started with students singing a prayer song. By way of a skit, they dramatized the rituals of Pongal, Bhogi, Makar Sankranti and Kanuma. LKG students recited a rhyme “Farmers sow the seeds”. Students danced to songs which emphasized the importance Bogi Pallu - The Chairman blessing students of Pongal. The students painted and coloured Pongal Pots. The Chairman Sri A. Murali Mukund, Principal Ms. M. Varalakshmi, Academic Director Ms. G. Sree Devi, Academic Coordinator Ms. Suneeta Roopchand, Secondary Headmistress Ms. Durga and Pre-primary and Primary Headmistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal graced the occasion. Performing the puja Students depicting bogi pallu Graduation day The students of UKG have completed their Pre-Primary education and are now ready to be a part of the ‘Mainstream Education’. In order to acknowledge and appreciate their graduation into the Primary Section, the students of LKG gave them a farewell called the “Indradhanush” on 7th March, 2015 in the school premises. The cultural show started with the welcome address by the Pre-Primary and Primary Headmistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal. The Chairman, Sri A. Murali Mukund addressed the gathering and encouraged the parents to enjoy with the kids and teach them values of life. The Academic Director Ms. G. Sree Devi also gave her valuable observations. The students were enthusiastic Receiving the Graduation Certificates from the while receiving their certificates in their black graduation gowns. Chairman, Sri A. Murali Mukund The Ganesha dance and the Graduation Song gave a glimpse of how colourful the programme would be. Master Karthik gave the welcome speech and Master Dhanush and Ms. Vaibhavi spoke about their experience at the Kindergarten School. The students who performed `Classical Fusion Dance’ in the traditional attire looked beautiful. Dance drama `Maa Tujhe Salam’ depicted the lives of the soldiers, which ignited the patriotic fervor in each one of us once again. Tenali Raman skit `The Roots of Rasgulla’ was hilarious and gathered lots of applause from the crowd. The Kerala Classical Dance showed a glimpse of the Indian culture and tradition. The programme concluded with the Goan dance. The rhythm and the catchy tune kept the parents tapping their feet. The Academic coordinator Ms. Suneeta Roopchand and the Classical dance A skit on Tenali Raman Senior Headmistress Ms. Durga also graced the occasion.

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ur country has undoubtedly made tremendous progress in various fields over the O years. In spite of this rapid development, there are many areas of concern where new alarming problems have cropped up. With the rise in population, the rate of crime has considerably risen in all Metropolitan cities. Delhi has emerged as the capital of crime. There is no doubt that student life is the most exciting phase of one’s life. It is during this period that one likes to make new contacts, find new ways to enjoy and venture out. Teen age is commonly perceived as the most crucial phase where the mind and body both everyone studying and working in environment by monitoring any form of undergo transition. Teenagers undergo the school to wear their identity card abuse through the CAMC – Child Abuse a lot of stress and strain to cope with everyday. Visitors are required to fill in Monitoring Committee. The school the heavy bags, competitive exams, the visitor information register at the also has a Discipline Committee which extracurricular activities and so on. gate and take a Visitor Entry Card and monitors and manages disciplinary They are left with no time to “stand and enter the premises and return the card issues with the students. stare” and understand the basic values when they leave the school premises. of life as W. H. Davies has said. One of the most important places where they Safety on Field Trips shape their personality and get time to The school makes sure the students interact with their peers is the school. are safe when they go on field trips. School is an abode of learning where Consent is taken from the parents well in children develop their mind. So, the advance and students are accompanied school holds a moral responsibility to by their teachers. A first-aid box is see that a child is safe and secure inside carried on all the trips and teachers take the campus. JHPS’ primary concern is to utmost care of the students. see that children are cocooned in a safe an dsecure environment in the school. Children’s Emotional Safety The school has a safety committee Many aspects like lack of interaction Fire safety which takes care of the following details: with children by the school staff can diminish their emotional security The school is well equipped with fire Safe Entry and Exit to and and make them feel insecure, unsafe alarms and extinguishers. Mock drills from the School and threatened leading to a negative are conducted to train the students on To ensure a safe entry and exit to and impact on learning and memory. The safety measures to be followed in case from the school, it is mandatory for school ensures an emotionally safe of an accident.

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Health safety Bus Safety The school The school follows all the necessary safety rules while has a full- picking and dropping students. Each bus has a first aid time nurse who kit and drivers/attendants are trained to use it. The school takes care of the also have a Transport Committee which meets regularly students and gives to discuss any shortcomings and bring about required the necessary first- improvements in the quality of the services rendered. aid if a student falls sick or is injured. Every year a workshop on first-aid is conducted for the students and the teachers. They are taught to handle emergency situations and give first- aid measures to the injured. Administrative procedure to follow when a child gets hurt Teachers are given guidelines to follow in case of an injury. The teacher has to take the child to the school nurse and ensure that the child is immediately attended to. The teacher needs to call the parent and inform about the injury. In case of a serious injury, the injured student is taken to the hospital and parents are informed about it. School and Classroom Safety For many children, their personal world is often small and secure, limited to their home, school, the street outside, play areas, and the homes of their extended family. But these places can also put children, from an early age, at risk from environmental dangers – and these risks are increasing. The school checks playgrounds and classrooms regularly to see that the equipment and surface are in good condition. Students are also instructed to be aware of their Children are carefully supervised on playgrounds and are surroundings when going on field trips or out to play. never left unattended. Being aware of one’s surroundings and being prepared for ‘Cleanliness is next to Godliness’ is upheld by the school. unexpected situations go hand in hand with life. Here are a The Sanitation Committee ensures that the washrooms are few simple tips to keep in mind when you are at home or cleaned regularly and neatness is maintained throughout out and about in the city. the school. Here are 4 tips to keep yourself safe when you are out. The Canteen & Hospitality Committee conducts 1. Be aware regular checks for the canteen food and the cleanliness Be aware that there are some people who are not as nice of the canteen. Unhealthy food items aren’t allowed as they seem. to be sold by the canteen in the school 2. Be smart premises. Be alert when you are out and about. Notice who is nearby and what is happening around you?

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3. Think ahead Discuss with your parents and teachers what you would do in an emergency situation. 4. Think safe If you are feeling unsafe then look for a friend’s house, stay with your friends, look for a trusted adult, go into a shop, supermarket or somewhere where there are lots of people, or, if you have your mobile, use it to get help. At the playground Sometimes there may be an adult or young person at the playground who seems friendly and wants to give you drinks and lollies, or help you on the rides- Be Careful . • If you think you are being followed, cross the street, Some adults like to harm kids. Having an adult or young change direction, or go to a public place where others person you trust will help to keep you safer. If there is no are present. one nearby, make sure you stay with other kids, especially when you are walking home from the playground. • If a person confronts you and demands your money or possessions, give what is demanded and create a safe distance. • Keep alert. Don’t let a conversation on your cell phone or the use of headphones make you oblivious to your surroundings. • Use caution when using automated teller machines (ATMs). Select one located in a busy, well-lit area. • Make sure someone knows where you are going and what time you will be home. • Walk on busy streets if you are alone. • Avoid short cuts down laneways or through parks unless you are with friends. • Walk facing traffic coming towards you. • Don’t walk alone wearing headphones; you can’t hear what’s happening around you – this makes you much more at risk from cars. • Carry a mobile phone or money to make a call if you want help. • Help your friends and yourself to keep safe by looking after each other. • If you walk to and from school then walk with friends. When you are out But remember, the biggest danger to kids when they • Plan your way in advance. Choose well-travelled routes. are out is danger from traffic on the roads. Always • Use discretion when talking or walking with any watch out for cars and bikes and be careful while unknown persons, even if they are offering you help. crossing the roads. Walk with purpose. • If your parents can’t come to pick you up from • When possible, try to travel with friends, whether it is school and are sending someone else, it during the day or at night. is advised to decide a password which is known only • Avoid deserted areas. Do not cut through parks, alleys, or vacant lots at night.

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to your parent and you. You can identity thieves, stalkers, and other everyone wish you a happy birthday, accompany the person if he/she is unscrupulous people who spend hours and you do want your high school able to tell you the password. looking for their next victim. Sadly, all friends to find you, listing your exact it takes is a little oversharing and you date of birth with your full name If you are home alone could become a victim. Staying safe on and address gives identity thieves • Don’t let strangers into the house. social networks requires more than just an awfully large advantage over • Always make sure the screen door is a good password; it requires striking you. locked if you answer a knock at the a balance between sharing enough • Remember, there is no delete door. without sharing too much. button on the internet. Think before • Keep doors and windows locked. • Connect only with people you trust. you post, because even if you Do not befriend strangers on social manage to delete a tweet or status • If you hear someone trying to break networking sites. Connect only with update from your profile within in then switch all the lights on and people you know. seconds after posting it, chances are call the Police on 100. • Keep certain things private from someone still saw it. What happens • Lock your door and windows, even everyone. While it’s fun to have on the internet stays on the internet. if you are leaving for a few minutes. • Before you leave for an extended period of time, such as during break or for vacation, stop newspaper delivery, have a neighbor pick up your mail, and set your phone ringer to the lowest volume. Tips for Staying Safe on Social Media Networks Social networks are a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, share important news, and reach potential customers. Unfortunately, they’re also picking grounds for those looking to prey on others. There are

18 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2015 campus news Exhibition of Art and Books he magical blend of colours on the canvas enlighten the mind and enhance the thinking capacity. An Art T Exhibition was held on 18th October in the school premises. Students showcased their views and ideas in a very creative way through their art work. Children presented an

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amalgamation of the contemporary and the traditional world in an engaging manner. The school is sure to present the next Picasso to the world. Parents were fascinated by the work of art done by the students. The Book Exhibition held in the school on the same day gave the students an opportunity to explore the world of books. Students accompanied by their parents attended the event. Various fictional and non fictional books were on display. Books for every age group were available and students At the book exhibition enthusiastically browsed the books and bought them. IGNITED MINDS Inter-School Competition ompetitions bring out the best in a person and always encourage one to do ones best. To develop the innate C qualities of a student, the school organized inter- school competition “Ignited Minds” on 4th December 2014. Cleaning outside the school Many Co-curricular competitions like Recitation, Extempore, Quiz, Essay writing, Debate, Painting, Solo Singing, Sloka Recitation and Sports Competitions like Basket Ball, Table tennis, Lawn Tennis, Gymnastics etc were organized. SWACHH BHARAT The Principal, Ms. M Varalakshmi, welcomed the A Clean and Green participants and said that winning or losing should not be the criterion, one should be able to put in their cent percent while India participating in such competitions. Students from 15 leading CBSE schools participated and exhibited their talents in an “Swachh Bharat” or the “Campaign Clean India”, a national exceptional manner uplifting the sporting and team spirit. level campaign which was officially launched by the Prime Minister, Mr.Narendra Modi has taken shape throughout India. JHPS in its endeavour to take this initiative forward also contributed and conducted a community service programme on 25th November, 2014. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi, the Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi, teachers, students, school sub staff and helpers participated in the programme and cleaned up the school and its vicinity. The students’ involvement was exceptional with slogans such as “Swachh Bharat” , “Machchar, Makhi Bharath Chodo”, “Man ki safai zaroori hai, tan ki safai zaroori hai, Ghar ki Quiz safai se pehle galiyon ki safai zaroori hai”. The event concluded with these slogans reverberating in the surroundings.

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television and instead read books that Adhyayan – The would develop their imagination and creativity. Finally he said, books are the Knowledge Fest eternal companions and reading paves Books are lighthouses erected in the great sea of time – E. P. Whipple the way to achieving goals.

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ooks are the light of life. JHPS recoginzes this and every year The Chairman, Sri A. Murali Mukund B it organizes a Book Week - and other heads of the organization “Adhyayan” to enhance the literary skills were present on this occasion. The and inculcate reading habits amongst Academic Director, Ms. G Sree Devi, also the students. “Adhyayan” was held from shared a few of her childhood reading 17th to 21th November ’14. A chain of experiences and motivated children to week-long competitions and events like become good readers. DEAR Programme Rhyme Depiction, Story-telling, Debate A programme called DEAR (Drop cum Panel discussion and Book Review must carry a book at all times and Everything and Read) was also organized for various classes were conducted. involve oneself in reading. He also in the school to promote reading habit A special assembly was conducted said that many great leaders like A.P.J. amongst the students. The entire school on 21st November. The Chief Guest for Abdul Kalam, Abraham Lincoln, John F. including the teachers were engrossed the day was Dr. A Lakshmana Moorthy, Kennedy, Martin Luther King etc were in the fascinating world of books. Chief Consultant, BrahMos Aerospace, inspired by reading the autobiographies It was a week full of fun and learning, DRDL. In his speech, stressing on the of other leaders. He advised the students and an exhilarating experience for one importance of reading he said, one not to waste their time watching and all. Iridescent Diwali iwali is all about eliminating darkness within oneself. Diwali was celebrated with pomp and D gaiety in the school premises on 21st October ’14. The diyas and sparkling light’s with an interplay of shade and light were the charmers of the event in the form of stage decorations. The programme was packed with fun and frolic. Group Dance The programme began with a skit which described the different ways to celebrate Diwali. A graceful dance which was a marvel of synchronized movements in the most eye-catching costumes was performed. A group song on the significance of Diwali was melodiously sung. Students were also made aware of the mythical and historical reasons for celebrating Diwali. The Chief Guest, Sri A. Murali Mukund shared his experiences of Diwali and told the students the safety measures to be followed while bursting crackers. The programme concluded with the bursting of crackers in the school which transformed the school into a festive arena and the whole atmosphere was bustling with Chief Guest’s Speech Bursting Crackers thrill and excitement.

20 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2015 campus news TALENT SHOW Encouraging students’ abilities ubilee Hills ‘Talent Hunt’ was conducted Diwali Greeting Card Making Diya Painting in the school on 20th and 21st of October J to provide a platform for the students to showcase their talent. On this occasion, various language and cultural competitions like Debate, Dramatics, Storytelling, Singing, Painting, Folk dances etc. were conducted. The event had an enthralling number of Solo Dance & Group Dance Debate participants in 51 competitions. The students from all the levels participated exuberantly and bagged 216 prizes. The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund and Prof. Sri Y. V. U. Varma, Member, Jubilee Hills Education Society gave away the prizes to the winners and appreciated everyone for presenting a fantastic programme. The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund in his Diyas painted by students Dramatics speech reiterated that participation is more important than winning the prizes. He said that the school gives opportunities for the students which they should utilize to get trained and participate in various external competitions which can demonstrate their real calibre. He said that competitions pave way for one’s development of self confidence, creativity and originality. He congratulated the winners and said that teachers play a significant role in a Prize Winners student’s life. NATIONAL UNITY DAY Rashtriya Ekta Diwas ashtriya Ekta Diwas was celebrated on 31st October in commemoration of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhai Patel, the Iron Man of India. A special R assembly was conducted and the students took a pledge that they would preserve and strive hard to spread the message of unity, integrity and security. After Poster Making Competition undertaking the pledge the students took 3 laps of the sports ground to mark the “Run for Unity”, to appreciate the importance of synergetic effort. NCC cadets and senior class students participated in March-past. Various competitions were conducted in the school to develop the spirit of unity, safety and security. The theme for the competition was “Unity is Strength”. The students took part in the theme driven events of Painting, Slogan Writing, Poster Making and Debate competitions with lots of enthusiasm. Many students also participated in the Online Quiz conducted by CBSE and got through the preliminary rounds. 8 students got selected for the finals. In the Slogan Writing Competition preliminary round, Sindhu Gunturi of Class IX secured the highest number of points.

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he school was bubbling with various cultural activities when it celebrated its Annual day function T spectacularly in the school premises on 29th November AnnualAnnual DayDay ‘14. Ms. T. Rajani, Metropolitan Sessions Judge, Hyderabad was the Chief Guest for the day. She was accorded a warm welcome by the Managing Committee Members, the Principal, the Academic Director and the student council. CelebrationsCelebrations The programme started with the Swagatham song followed by a dance to invoke Lord Ganesha’s blessings. The Chief Guest Ms. T. Rajani, Metropolitan Session Judge appreciated the school’s excellent presentation. She added that success is the stamina we acquire by facing difficult situations to gaint confidence in life. She stressed that the school must transform the knowledge into wisdom to raise a community which is sensitised to Chief Guest’s Address Chairman’s Address the surroundings. The Secretary of Jubilee Hills Education Society and Chariman of Jubilee Hills Public School, Sri A. Murali Mukund, in his speech quoted that it is a matter of pride and pleasure that JHPS has the best of technology and all other facilities for the children to excel. He emphasized that the children must read and write a lot which are quite essential to activate excellence. Address by the Principal Academic Director’s Address The Academic Director Ms. G. Sree Devi addressed the gathering and in her speech she accentuated that the foundation of nation is the education of its youth. The school focuses to motivate the level of responsibility and accountability among children. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi welcomed the gathering and briefed about the school’s recent achievements. She further added that the motto of every institution is excellence in academics and JHPS has carved Award Winners a niche for itself by striving continously for excellence. As a nation’s culture resides in the hearts and souls of its people, JHPS always aims at the holistic development of the child. The awards like Surapaneni Radhadevi Memorial award, Shantha Biotechnic award, School Topper awards(AISSE & AISSCE), Subject topper awards, were given away by the Chief Guest to the outstanding students to acknowledge 100% attendance Welcome Dance their achievements. The President Sri Kode Satyanaraya gave away the President’s Best Student Award, Special Student Award and Special Talent Awards. The Chairman Sri A. Murali Mukund gave away the School General Proficiency awards and prizes which were given to the teachers who have put in 100% attendance during the academic year.

The cultural bonanza by students enchanted the Akbar Birbal – Dance Drama Rain of Abundance – Group Dance parents. The melodious music, enthralling dances, dance- drama and skits in various languages mesmerized the audience. The school bore a festive and vibrant look. The evening witnessed colourful array of events with a merger of technological advances and talent. The function was attended by the parents, alumni, media people and other dignitaries.

Marsvilloso Mexicana - Group Dance

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‘Radiance’ is a sincere attempt to reach RADIANCE this target. The Primary Headmistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal in her speech accentuated A class V that a dream never comes true through magic. It takes sweat, determination and spectacle of hard work. Believing that every child is unique in their own way, the teachers skill and talent have nurtured each child of class V and helped them polish their talents to deliver spectacular show ‘Radiance’ their best and reach their potential. was organized to showcase Welcome Dance A the skill and talent of each and The Chairman, Sri A. Murali Mukund, every student of Class V on the theme appreciated the students’ astounding ‘Communication’. The show was a journey performance and the school for being which took the audience which consisted so dynamic as to provide each and of the parents of Class V students, every child a chance to showcase through the primeval era where the his or her talent. The Academic mode of communication were pigeons Committee Chairman, Sri K. Krishnadev which transformed to the modern era Rao and JHES committee member, of I-phones and tabs. The programme Sri M. Krishnamurthy appreciated the complete involvement of teachers and started with Swagatham dance and The Mail Bag the students performed a dance to students. The Academic Director, Ms. invoke Lord Ganesha’s blessings. All the G. Sree Devi, appreciated the way the 230 students of class V came on the The Principal Ms. M. Varalakshmi children are shaped through hard work stage either as a speaker, performer, welcomed the gathering and apprised and determination. She emphasized that dancer, singer or an orator. There the audience with the school’s idea of education is not only text book studying, was also a Jugalbandi in which child organizing this programme. JHPS provides but also life skill learning. Success can maestros played their respective musical maximum opportunity to each and every be achieved when people shed their instrument in perfect synchronization. child in sports and cultural activities and inhibition and showcase their talents.

Xpressions A class IV programme he Primary Dept. with a view to build confidence in students organized a programme for the students of Class IV to showcase their talent and skill. The theme Welcome Dance The Science Scholar – A Skit T of the programme was ‘Xpressions’. It revolved around children expressing themselves by performing skits, dancing to peppy songs which resound values and singing. The Principal, Ms.M.Varalakshmi welcomed the gathering and felt that apart from academics, co-curricular activities are also very important for the holistic development of a child. ‘Xpressions’ is attempt to bring forth the inherent talents of Class IV children. The Primary Headmistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal spoke Ummeedon waali dhoop – Song about the thought behind the programme i.e. to bring all the students on the stage and make them confident individuals, individuals who are well informed, ethical decision makers and who can take on the challenges of life head on. The Chairman, Sri A. Murali Mukund, appreciated the efforts of the Head Mistress, teachers and the students for putting up such a fantastic show. He stressed that by organizing such programmes, children become more focused and attentive in their academics. Children lose their stage fear Villager’s Valour – A Skit Himsa Se Ahimsa Ki Aur – A Skit and confidence is built by participating in such programmes.

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 23 campus news SPECTRUM A class III spectacle of skill and talent ‘Colours of the Rainbow’ was the theme of a colourful show ‘Spectrum’ that was organized to showcase the skill and talent of each and every student of class III. The programme began Welcome Dance The Hosts with a welcome dance after which there were various skits, dances and songs that were presented. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi welcomed all the Class III parents and said that children today are very talented and with correct guidance they perform very well in all their activities. The Primary Headmistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal said that it is the motto of the school to make each and every student passing out of the school a confident individual with the ability to take right Vivacious Violet decisions. The Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi said that the audience along with her were left speechless at the performances of the children. The children have exhibited precious qualities like leadership, presence of mind, and team spirit. She thanked all the parents for the cooperation they had extended. The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund, appreciated the efforts of the Head Mistress, teachers and the students for putting up a wonderful programme. He said that the children had innocence coupled with confidence in them. This confidence in them has brought out the What a wonderful world! team spirit and bonding amongst children and teachers. Odyssey by Class-II Students he students of Class II organized a spectacular show “Odyssey” on the theme, “People who impact and influence the lives of students” to make the students’ T aware and sensitise them to the people who make a difference in their lives. The programme started with Swagatham and the students performed a dance to welcome the parents. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi welcomed the gathering and reiterated that apart from academics, co-curricular activities are also very important for the holistic development of a child. ‘Odyssey’ is a sincere Swagatham Dance attempt to bring forth the inherent talents of Class II children. The Primary Headmistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal spoke about the motto behind the programme which is to make the students confident of performing on stage. She said that such programmes bring about a strong bonding and team work between the teachers and their students. The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund, appreciated the wonderful performance of the students and the teachers for motivating each and every child to showcase Speech by his or her talent. He also said that organizing such programmes help the children Sri. A. Murali Mukund Siblings – My Soul Mates lose stage fear, gain confidence and become more focussed and attentive in their academics. The Academic Committee Chairman, Sri. K. Krishnadev Rao, appreciated the involvement of the teachers and students. The Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi, appreciated the way the children performed and showcased their talents. The highlight of the programme was the interview of Rani Ayamma by Class II students. Rani Ayamma has been working for the school for the last 27 years. She interacted in English and surprised the audience. The audience gave her a standing ovation. Grandparents – My Path Finders

24 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2015 campus news Confluence by Class I Students he students of Class I organized a spectacular show “Confluence” on the theme, “joining T together.” The programme started with a Prayer Song followed by Swagatham dance to welcome the parents. The children presented skits Techstacy - Think Out and dances on all subjects of the curriculum – English Escapade - Fable and Fun of the Box English, Hindi, Telugu, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Computers and P.E. The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund, appreciated the school’s dynamic performance. He emphasized on the importance of implementing morals and values amongst the students. The Swagatham Dance Academic Committee Chairman, Sri. K. Krishnadev Rao appreciated the performance of students. The Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi, appreciated the way the children performed. She spoke about the importance of giving students an opportunity to hone their skills and talents. The Primary Headmistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal spoke about the motto behind the programme i.e. to bring all the students on the stage and make them confident. She thanked all the students and teachers Hindi Umang - Bhasha ki Sugandh School Cinema - The Serene World for making it a grand success.

Children’s Day Celebrating Childhood hildren are the light of life and we celebrate Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru’s birthday as Children’s Day, every year. At Nehru Zoological Park C This year, the students were taken on field trips to enable the students to learn about the outside world and help develop life skills & social skills. Students of classes I & II were taken to the Nehru Zoological Park. Students of classes III & IV were taken to the Golconda Fort to enrich their historical knowledge. Students of classes V & VI were taken to Dhola-ri-dhani to experience Rajasthani culture and food. Students of classes VII & VIII went to Dream Valley, a resort cum water park where they thoroughly enjoyed the day. The At Golconda Fort students of classes IX and X went to Pragati Resorts where they had fun in the most thrilling and amazing amusement rides. The students of Classes XI and XII went to the ‘Fort Grand’ resort where they rejuvenated themselves and had a gala time. They enjoyed various activities like rope climbing, tidal pool, badminton and the rain dance. Such field trips enable students to appreciate nature, learn more about the environment and bond with their peers. At Dhola-ri-dhani The students returned with happy memories to reminiscence for years to come.

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Asia’s fastest drummer

Mr. Seshagiri, the President of the Alumni Association in his speech expressed gratitude towards the Group photo school management for giving such an opportunity and said that they all would he 5th Alumni Meet – ‘Symposium’ In the cultural programme, the definitely cherish these memories for was held on 27th December ’14 dazzling display of dances left the years to come. Mr. Krishna Kanth from T in the school premises. It was audience spellbound. Dr. Siddharth the U.S.A. and Mr. Uma Maheshwar, from indeed a moment of happiness when Nagarajan, one of the alumni who was 1991-92 batch were exhilarated to be in the alumni met at their alma-mater. The honoured with a doctorate at the age the school after 22 years. They extended event amassed around 300 alumni. It of 17 and holds the distinction of being their support to the alumni association was an excellent occasion to meet and Asia’s fastest drummer mesmerized the and promised to attend the programme share the experiences with the alumni audience with his performance and left every year. It was a nostalgic walk down who had left the portals of the school to everyone craving for more. memory lane for the former students make their mark on the world. who attended the meet.

of the child. She advised the students to Career introspect their dreams and aspirations, and never to follow the crowd. She Guidance advised parents to guide the children in Address by the Academic Director’s identifying their profession and not to Fair Principal Address dictate them. The Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi, said that the students n this fast paced world, finding a at this age dream big but they do not satisfying career requires a well put in the hard work that is required I planned strategy. However, choosing to grow big. She advised students to Ms. Anupama’s an appropriate career has always been work with perseverance, so that they Ms. Aarthi’s Address Address a difficult task for the youth. Keeping can achieve their set goals. Class X this in mind, Jubilee Hills Public School teachers, Ms.Anupama, Ms.Prasanna organized a Career Guidance Fair for the and Ms. Kanchana Valli, enlightened the students with an objective to give the students about the various streams and required career guidance to prepare for the placements available in sciences, Group Dance life. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi commerce and humanities respectively. welcomed the Class X parents and The Class X students thanked perseverance can only bring them students to the Career Fair and said that their teachers and management success. we cannot change people but we can for organizing such a wonderful make them feel the need for change. The School Counsellor, Ms. T. Aarthi, programme and giving them a clear The resource person Smt. G. Usha informed the parents and students that idea about their future endeavours. One Rani, Senior Consultant Cardiothoracic identifying the subject one is interested of the Class X students also spoke about Surgeon, Care Hospitals, gave a briefing in, is the priority right now. One how the school has helped him in all about the opportunities available in the should always study something that aspects. This Career Guidance Fair will field of medicine. She said that whatever one enjoys, only then is there a match go a long way in helping the students profession one chooses, patience and between the aptitude and the attitude make a precise career choice.

26 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2015 campus news CHRISTMAS Celebrations he year 2014 turned its last page to welcome another year with grand T celebrations coupled with Christmas Chief Guest’s Address Group Dance wishes. This was amazingly done by the students in a special assembly. The Chairman’s Address assembly highlighted the importance of celebrating Christmas with fun and frolic by being involved in the festivities. Melodious carols and a peppy dance number mesmerized the audience. The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund conveyed Christmas wishes to all the students and Aryabhattiam – A Skit teachers. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi, wished the students a Merry Christmas and spoke Math Day about the importance of being Group Song generous. The Academic Director, Add positive things to your life, Ms. G. Sree Devi, narrated a story Subtract the negative ones, to enlighten the students about the importance of giving and sharing. Multiply your happiness, She mentioned that giving gifts to the needy is the best way of serving And divide your Sorrows. God. ‘Math Day’ is the occasion which marks the birth The highlight was the stunning entry of our very dear Santa Claus anniversary of the famed mathematical genius with his bag full of goodies. Santa Claus mingled with the audience and Srinivas Ramanujan. Math Day was celebrated amused everyone with his hearty laugh. This was the best way to end the in the school on 22nd December ’14. A special year and welcome another one with open arms. assembly was conducted in which students from various classes performed dances and skits to convey the importance of Math. The roleplay by students on the theory of Aryabhatta, “Aryabhattiam” was enjoyed by the audience. The Chief Guest, Sri. K. V. Rao, Retd. Principal Singing Carols and IIT-Math faculty for various corporate colleges was very happy with the students’ performance. He was very impressed with the way the students depicted Math as an essential part of all the arenas of life. He also mentioned that it is the teacher’s Staff Picnic to duty to make the subject more interesting and enjoyable for students. Manashanthi

The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi, in her On 21st February ’15, teachers went to speech said that the students should learn Math Manashanthi, a farmhouse located on the with a lot of passion, pleasure and interest. On this serene outskirts of the city, for the staff occasion, she remembered all her mathematics picnic. It was a fun-filled and rejuvenating teachers and thanked them for all the support. trip to the farmhouse. They were served fresh Relaxing at Manashanthi GANIT WEEK – GROWING APTITUDE IN sugar-cane juice as soon as they reached. The NUMERICAL INNOVATIONS AND TRAINING was recreational activities organized to enhance the experience made the trip celebrated from 16th to 22nd December wherein thrilling and challenging. Teachers enjoyed swimming and rain-dance many competitions based on Math like Origami, which were the highlights of the trip. After a sumptuous lunch, thambola Essay writing, Quiz, etc were conducted. The was organized. The mango orchards were truly relaxing and tranquilizing. winners were awarded prizes by the Chief Guest. Teachers let out their sportive side by playing basketball in the basketball The importance and usage of Mathematics in daily court. The entire experience was revitalizing for all the teachers and life was highlighted through the programme. everyone had a gala time bonding with their colleagues.

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 27 campus news Sankranti The Harvest Festival akar Sankranti is a harvest festival celebrated in India especially Andhra Pradesh. The day is M believed to mark the arrival of spring in India. Kite flying is the main attraction of this festival. Sankranti was celebrated in the school on 9th January ’15. Two students spoke about the significance of the Group Dance four days, Bhogi, Makara Sankranthi, Kanuma, and Mukkanuma. Various cultural programmes depicted the main items of Sankranthi, like Bommala Koluvu, Bhogi Pallu, Basavanna, Haridasu etc., and especially the Sankranthi dance by class I students captivated the audience. Kite flying by the senior class students was the main attraction. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi, welcomed the gathering and said that school celebrates all the festivals to continue the tradition of Indian Culture. It is a reunion time for all the members of the family and the children enjoy the specially prepared savouries,. She made a special mention that the festival time, is the time for change and transformation. Change is to improve Students enjoying kite flying oneself and transform to become a better person. Thyagaraja AradhanotsavaM A Celebration of the Rich Heritage of Indian Classical Music he 168th ‘Thyagaraja Aradhanotsavam’ was celebrated on 30th January, 2015 as a part of Lighting of the lamp T the special assembly. The programme started with “Nagara Sankeerthana” by the students and music teachers. The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund, Managing Committee Member, Ms. Sandhya Kode and the Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi lit the lamp and invoked the Lord’s blessings. All the participants were dressed in colourful traditional dresses which infused a festive ambience to the atmosphere. Thyagaraja Kirtanalu ‘Sri Ganapathini Sevimparare’, ‘Sarasa Netra’, ‘Shara Shara Samarai’ on veena, and ‘Gandhamu Pooyaruga’, were rendered by both the students as Students performing “ Kirtanas “ well as the teachers. The programme ended with the ‘Jaya Mangalam’ to Sri Thyagaraja.

28 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2015 campus news Republic Day Celebrations epublic Day is celebrated with great fanfare in all parts of the R country and JHPS too celebrated the Republic Day with enthusiasm and Chief Guest’s Address A tribute to our motherland Krishna House with their trophy patriotism in the school premises. The celebrations commenced with the motivational speech said that, this 66th everyone on the occasion. In her inspiring student council members and the NCC Republic Day marks a historic day in speech, she said, “Republic day brings cadets extending the Guard of Honour to Indian history now that the world has warm greetings to each and everyone in the Chief Guest Sri. Kode Satyanarayana, started recognizing India as a mature the nation as it represents the true spirit the President, Jubilee Hills Education developing nation. The people of of India. The patriotic fervor on this day Society. The distinguished members of India have unitedly elected a strong brings the whole country together.” She the Managing Committee, the Academic government and all of us can foresee a gave a special mention about India still Director, the Principal, the Academic golden period. The present generation not being free from illiteracy, corruption, Coordinator and the Headmistresses pursuing higher education and looking terrorism, poverty etc. and that the also graced the occasion. for innovative jobs and professions campaign Swach Bharath does not just The unparalleled patriotic fervor can find ample opportunities in the mean clean India but also pure and pious displayed to the rhythms of the upcoming years. He advised the people who would keep away from all the National Anthem that followed the present generation not to get into negative aspects that still prevail in India. Flag Hoisting ceremony struck a chord any bad habits which can hinder their A lively cultural programme with with everybody present. The march own progress and the progress of our patriotic songs, dances and a few past was led by the Student Council nation. Only when the next generation sports events mesmerized the audience and following them smartly were the has good health and proper attitude and infused a feeling of patriotism NCC Cadets and the squads of the four can our nation improve, he said. He amongst the students. The programme houses viz. Godavari, Krishna, Ganga also reiterated that, this responsibility concluded with prize distribution by and Cauvery. The matchless display of nurturing good citizens lies in the the Chief Guest. The Overall Best House of enthusiasm and vigour amongst hands of the teachers and parents. award was bagged by Krishna House. the future leaders of the Nation was a The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi sight to behold. The Chief Guest in his welcomed the gathering and wished

Baby’s Night Out t was ‘Baby’s Night Out’ for the children of Classes I and II on 31st January ’15. This camp is organized I every year to help children become self-reliant, independent and to inculcate the attitude of sharing and caring in them. The little ones packed their bags to spend the weekend with their friends at school. Bonfire Swinging round and round They danced, played and performed on the stage along with their friends and teachers. They were served snacks in the evening after which they played lots of games on the Merry Go Round, Mini Ferris Wheel; enjoyed the Horse Ride, the Camel Ride and danced around the camp fire at night. A movie was played to entertain the children before they went to bed. The next morning, they were taken for jogging, followed by yoga and aerobics. Breakfast was served and the kids were given surprise gifts before going home reluctantly with their parents. Camel Ride Merry Go Round

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 29 campus news Traversing a Milestone Farewell ‘‘Goodbyes are not forever. Goodbyes are not the end, they simply mean, I’ll miss you until we meet again.’’ The IX and XI graders of our school organized an amazing farewell party to bid adieu to their beloved seniors on Group Dance 20th Feb, ’15 in the school premises. Students were allowed to play in the ground and spend time with their friends before the formal event began. They had a gala time playing different games and were seen relaxing in the ground. The farewell party commenced with a melodious song which was followed by rib tickling skits and amazing dances. The songs sung by the school band were melodious and the audience swayed to the tunes of popular numbers. The atmosphere was nostalgic as the students shared their memories of the time spent with their friends, the mischief they indulged in, the warmth and affection they received from the teachers. The Principal Ms. M Varalakshmi wished the students good luck for the future and asked the students not to forget their school and teachers. The Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi in her speech accentuated that though Mr. & Ms. JHPS the teaching fraternity is very sad to leave the children whom they have nurtured for so many years, they are happy to send out confident students who can face the challenges of the world. She made a special mention of the fact that, in their students’ success lies the fulfillment of the teachers and the school. The tradition of crowning Mr. and Miss JHPS, was decided on the basis of different rounds of questioning and display of talent. Ms. JHPS title was won by P. Mrudhula and Mr. JHPS by Harsha Potluri, for class X and Ms. Lakshmi Archana Kasturi and Mr. Rahul Thomas for class XII. Mementos were given as a token of love and sweet memories of the school to the students.

The Fun and Frolic

In the ground

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• Teachers should keep in mind the Department of Hindi prevalence of multilingualism in a class while preparing lesson plans. In-service training Children should not be stopped from answering in their mother tongues rather their concepts should be given more importance. • Children should be given the freedom to express their ideas • Teaching Hindi should not only be for the language but for the development of the Art and culture of Hindi. • A video was shown as an example for the teachers to refer during the audio-visual classes. Towards the end, Mrs. G. Kiran emphasized that the teachers duty is to increase the students interest towards this subject so that the future citizens he In-service training for Hindi Memory System and increasing activity can carry on this language with pride Department was held on 3rd based learning system, so that, learning and can express their ideas as well in T June, 2014. It was conducted by second languages become more this language. Learning Hindi should MRS G. Kiran M.A, B.Ed, State Resource interesting. not only develop the textual knowledge but the overall personality of the child Person for teachers training, S.C.E.R.T She suggested various ways to make as well. HYD.AP. It focused on eliminating Rote learning interesting; such as:

CCE pattern and implementing it in the lesson plans and the Department of year plans. She emphasized that the textbooks are designed according to the appropriate age levels of the learners. Period Telugu allotment and question paper preparation should be done accordingly. Activities were conducted to show how teaching In-service training can take place through a fun-learning process. Teachers’ queries were addressed by her towards the end he In-service training for Telugu Department was of the session. The workshop ended with teachers coming to a conducted on 4th June, 2014 by Ms. P. Madhavi, SCERT conclusion that it is their duty to ensure the over-all development (Telugu Syllabus Committee). It focused on following the T of children through the knowledge of Telugu language.

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1. Awareness workshop for Teachers Workshop against Child 2. Seminar for Parents 3. Awareness seminar for school sub Sexual Abuse (CSA) staff – Security personnel, attenders, n 7th December ’14, Ms. T. Aarti cost. The workshop educated counselors bus drivers and ayamma’s (program attended the Workshop against regarding child sexual abuse though should be conducted in Telugu to O Child Sexual Abuse at FAPCCI – a series of discussions, power point ensure ease of understanding) Red hills, Lakdikapool. The CSA workshop presentations and healing techniques 4. Good touch and bad touch sessions is the brainchild of Charu Sinha, IPS and (for victims). Information pertaining for primary students (LKG to 5) and the CID – Government of Telangana. Her to dedicated helplines, trainers and CSA awareness sessions for children persistent efforts to combat CSA had organizations that help in creating from classes 6 to 10. started with distribution of CSA awareness awareness and providing counseling for 5. Display of CSA posters in common material and organizing a rally for 5000 victims was shared in detail. Ms. Charu areas students on necklace road followed by Sinha informed counselors to approach A network of counselors was created on a training workshop for Principals and trained Child Welfare Officers who are Google circles in addition to an e- mail Counsellors. The workshop conducted at now stationed at every police station in group to keep all participating school FAPCCI was attended by 150 counselors Hyderabad to report cases of CSA and Counsellors and Principals informed from various schools across Hyderabad obtain necessary help. Counsellors were about developments and forthcoming in addition to Principals from various also provided with education material protocols. Counsellors participating schools. The session had speakers comprising specific information booklets in the workshop would be identified who have been working effortlessly in designed for parents, teachers and as trainers for conducting awareness preventing CSA ; Asiya Shervani from students. sessions and training counsellors People’s combined, Padmaja Penmetsa An important part of the program in non-participating schools and – Life coach -Open minds, Ms. Aparna was identifying awareness programs to Government schools in the future. Shankar – Principal – Open minds be conducted under the Child Sexual The workshop was a learning and Ms. Charu Sinha IPS in addition to Abuse Monitoring Committee that is experience and provided a platform for various NGO’s such as Child helpline now compulsory for every school in the counselors to share information and and Break the silence. The participating state of Telangana. The programmes to knowledge related to combatting Child NGO’s offered to conduct CSA awareness be conducted at the school level were Sexual Abuse. sessions for parents and students free of identified as the following

WORKSHOP BY OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS (OUP)

workshop on ELT was conducted on 31st October ’14, During the course of the day the resource person gave by Ms Mala Palani, who has authored many books the teachers tips for effective classroom teaching. She A on different aspects of ELT and a teacher educator said that while conducting an activity pairs can be made with the Galaxy Education System, Rajkot, Gujarat. She of two categories: has over fifteen years of experience in teaching English  Heterogeneous Groups in leading schools across the country. Apart from this she  Homogeneous Groups has acquired a Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching of English from CIEFEL, Hyderabad (EFL University now); a The session was concluded by the OUP team’s introduction diploma from Cambridge in Teaching and Training (CIDTT) of the new technologies by the pathway books, oxford and a Master Trainer Certificate from Cambridge. publications. The OUP team gave demo of the animated poems in the Cds. and many other new features for the The workshop dealt with the latest teaching teachers. The workshop was beneficial and informative as methodologies and classroom strategies. The workshop it exposed us to the latest teaching methodologies and started with the introduction of the Resource person by classroom strategies. It was attended by Ms. Dipti Chetan Mr. Srinivas Reddy from Oxford University. Ms. Mala Palani and Ms. T. Nirmala. started the workshop with an Ice – Breaker Activity on Homophones.

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The session continued with the other MICROSOFT WORKSHOP team member introducing the Tablet Edutor which is a student friendly device. group of team members from each of them has to be used was explicitly The content for all the subjects and for Microsoft and JUANA Tech Tablet explained. The main purpose of Microsoft all the classes was uploaded helping the A Academy headed by Mr. Osborne O365 was then illustrated suggesting ways child by giving additional assistance. The Terence D’ Souza conducted a workshop a teacher can make use of it for the benefit availability of the videos and tests would on 24th January ’15 in the school premises. of the student. The special features available help the child perform better in his/her Mr. Osborne Terence D’ Souza in all applications were demonstrated. The academics. use of One note and also One drive –the introduced the teachers to Windows 8.1 The session, on the whole was online storage was well explained. An version and gave hands on experience on interesting and informative. how to use it. New terms were introduced educational social networking site with the such as tiles, charms, ribbons, etc. and how name YAMER was introduced.

A demonstration was also done by Mr. O-LABS WORKSHOP Manoj Kumar Singh, Project Engineer in all the subjects. It was mentioned (ORGANISED BY CIPS) that the use of O-labs is free. The session continued with workshop was organized by for classes IX and X was discussed. presentations by Mr. M.Rajaiah- CIPS (Centre For Innovations It was mentioned that a total of 124 Mandal Education Officer, A In Public Systems) on experiments were available in subjects Karimnagar and Mr. D. Anjaiah- innovative practices in ICT in such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mandal Officer from Medak Education on 28th January ’15 at Mathematics and English in three District. They presented the College Park Campus of ASCI. The languages i.e Hindi, Marathi and topics “Improving the quality of session started with the introductory Malayalam. The main purpose of Government schools and Regaining speech by Dr. Chakrapani, Director O-labs was specified. Public trust” and “ Education for of CIPS, Hyderabad, wherein he • Providing students the ease out of school children” They shared emphasized the important role and convenience of conducting their experiences regarding the the teachers played in emerging experiments over the internet progress they have brought in the technological changes. He stressed • Flexibility to repeat lives of tribal children by providing on the need to be the best role • Practice assignments them with education. model for the students. • Advantage for slow learners The session on the whole was The workshop then began with • Interactive simulations which informative and inspiring. The the introduction of O-Labs by Dr. model real life situations workshop was attended by Ms. P. M. Sasi Kumar Associate Director, • Inclusion of Viva will help the Sridevi, Ms. Dhanya Sareen, Ms. P. CDAC, Mumbai. The course repository students prepare better. Vijayalakshmi and Ms. Sharmila Murari.

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workshop to prepare teachers on preventing child sexual abuse A was conducted by Ms. T. Aarthi on 12th March 2015 in the school premises. It started with Ms. Aarthi emphasizing on the cruicial role a teacher plays in the life on an individual. After parents, it is the teacher who influences a child the most, and contributes to shaping of his or her personality. Child protection issues were discussed. It is alarming to see the number of cases increasing by the day. Child abuse occurs across socio- economic, religious, cultural, racial, and ethnic groups. It cuts across gender, class, caste or ethnicity and happens to both urban and rural children. It has a negative impact on the psyche of young minds as it usually

were asked to help identify any such Preparing to Prevent Child situation and do the needful. A child in any class may be a victim of abuse Sexual Abuse – A Workshop that happens outside the school. As responsible adults, it is not wise to ignore it. humiliation and ultimately withdrawal takes the shape of hatred, terror and fear or aggression. Teachers were asked to be child- in the budding minds. It leads to the friendly and adopt constructive The exploitative and vulnerable building up of anger, resentment, low disciplinary practices that respect the situations children have to be protected self-esteem which further contributes human dignity of children. to feelings of helplessness and from were highlighted and teachers

34 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2015 campus STUDENTS’ news WORKSHOPS

Explaining the safety rules A hands-on experience

ROAD SAFETY RULES A Workshop by Honda Motors onda Motor Cycle and Scooter India Private Limited conducted a workshop in Jubilee Hills Public School on Road safety rules and understanding traffic signs on 27th November. A quiz programme was organized for the H children on traffic signals and signs. Prizes were given to the winners in appreciation. The students were made aware of the reasons for road accidents and the importance of using a helmet while riding. The learners were given an opportunity to use the simulators which provided the knowledge about where attention should be focused while riding.

Horlicks Mission Exam A Workshop to

Ace Exams Taking part in activities orlicks Pvt. Ltd. conducted a workshop ‘Horlicks Mission Exam’ H for the students of class VIII in the school. The workshop was aimed at helping students concentrate in studies during exams and beating exam stress. Students took part in the activities conducted. They were told about the necessary skills required to cope with exam stress and the importance of a healthy mind and body for improved academic performance. The 5 ways suggested to become a topper were appreciated by the students.

Interacting with the students

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 35 STUDENTS SPEAK WhatWhat safetysafety meansmeans toto us...us...

Madhuri, Class V D - The world Sathvik.N, Class VI C- The school Anirudh, Class VII C - Safety on is no longer a safe place with is a safe place but when safety roads has been compromised things like fire and sharp objects is compromised bad things can because of rash drivers who roam threatening children. We must take happen. streets with no sense of the rules. precautions against them

Lisa. K, Class VIII B - As a girl, I am Hunaina, Class IX C- Girls are a Divya Boppana, Class X D - Safety being treated equally but people like integral part of the society and are is really a form of being safe and Malala are fighting for their rights. responsible for the forthcoming of has changed over the course of the Therefore, I would like to spread a word the society so the treatment against years. about the unfair nature towards girls. us is unfair

Ruchita, Class XI A - Safety involves Nipun, Class XII - Safety is the protecting yourself in any situation. state of being “safe” from anything It is being alert and aware of your that can threaten the wellbeing of a surroundings. Always inform an person and I as a person hope that I adult about your whereabouts. am always safe.

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v Ainesh Sanyal & Lisa Khuntia of 8B, A.Naga v Kumuda of 8B secured consolation prize in Painting Ramanika of 9B, N.V.S.Suraj & Sri Sindhu Gunturi conducted by SATGURU ART COMPETITION. of 9E, Prasanna KalyanAchievementsAchievements of 9D stood 3rd in position and secured a certificate in JUNIOR LEADERSHIP v G.Sri Sindhu of 9E and D.Teja Sai of 10A Secured CONTEST conducted on 07.11.14 by ORCHIDS 2nd Prize in Senior Group; G.Sai Vinay of 7E and INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL. Hemanth.M of 8E secured 6th Prize, a Trophy in Environmental Quiz conducted by SUKUKI EXNORA v Bhavya singh of 10A secured 3rd prize, certificate on 13.12.14 & a shield in Elocution conducted on 11.11.14 by REQELFORD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL. v Vishnu Preetam of 8E stood 5th among 10 students Under National Level and he is the only student v Sreeja Ghosh of 6A stood as 1st Runner Up, to get selected from Andhra & Telangana Districts Secured Silver Medal and a Certificate, Ashmita in Quiz competition conducted by The Hindu on Acharya of 6D stood as 2nd Runner Up, Secured 08.01.15 Bronze Medal and a Certificate in SPLASH, 2014 in ART conducted by AXIS BANK, JUBILEE HILLS on v Prashanth.B and Abhinav Reddy of 10E secured 1st 13.11.14. position in Map Quiz competition conducted by INCOIS on 23.01.15 & 24.01.15 v K.Akhil Krishna Reddy, Nipun Chowdhary, Sushmitha.G, Ascharya Priya and Nrupen Sai Gutta v Sri Sindhu Gunturi of 9E and Bhavya Singh of 10A of 11th 12th class secured National 5th prize in Secured 2nd Position In Map Quiz Competition SHORT FILM MAKING on 15.11.14 & 1st Position In Model Making Competition conducted by INCOIS on 23.01.15 & 24.01.15 v Meher of 4D, Yashna of 3E, Suchit of 3B, Spoorthi of 3B, Thanvi of 4G and Nandita of 3F Secured v Pratham of 8C & Pranav Menon of 8D secured 3rd 3rd Prize, received Certificates, in ENDANGERED Position in Map Quiz Competition conducted by PLANET – SKIT in English conducted by MERIDIAN INCOIS on 23.01.15 & 24.01.15. SCHOOL, on 15.11.14 v G.Harshith of 5E, K.Varshith of 6E & Komal Adithya v Sathvik of 10C secured 1st prize and a certificate in of 7B stood 4th in position among 6 other schools Photography, Neha Sai of 9E secured 2nd prize and in Quiz competition conducted by Derek’s Sunfeast a certificate in Poetry, T. Sai Nikitha of 11A secured Yippee Noodles on 29.01.15 1st prize and a certificate in Report it. Anuhya, Avani, Meghana, Sakshi Trehan and Saranya of 11C v Nageshwar Vadde & Viren Dayal of 9B; Siva Mohit secured 2nd prize and a certificate in Treasure Hunt & G.Bhargav of 9A; N.C.Eesan of 7B & P.Anirudh conducted in CHIREC FEST- Literature and Cultural Thimmaraju of 7A Secured Award and Certificates competitions by CHIREC PUBLIC SCHOOL on for 28.11.14 & 29.11.14. *Best Documentary for Panipuri v G.Keerthana of 4B secured 1st Prize in Painting *Best Cinematography on Natural Heritage for Competition conducted by The Times- NIE Colour Golconda Splash on 10.12.14

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 37 spots section SPORTS ACHIEVEMENTS : 2014-15

Basketball  P.Jayanth of class IX represented STATE level under/17 basketball tournament and bagged the second place and was also selected for U/17 Basketball Nationals.  Rajeev of class VIII represented STATE level under/14 basketball tournament and bagged the second place. Best Awardees of the Basketball Competition  The Under 19 Boys bagged the III position, at the District level Basketball tournament , Victory playground, CHaderghar, Hyderabad .  In the JHPS INTER SCHOOL BASKETBALL UNDER-16 Tournament held at Jubilee Hills Public School, the JHPS team bagged the first place.  Babith Kumar .K, Aditya Dhariwal, Atif Ahmed of class XII represented Telangana at the State Level U/19 basketball tournament held at Khammam. JHPS Inter School Basketball Winners teamCompetition

Athletics  G.Hardhika Reddy and N.Deepak of Class VIII won Gold medal in Long Jump in the HDAA Athletic Meet. The JHPS team won 2 Gold Deepak - medals, 6 Silver medals and 5 Bronze medals. Athletics Winner HDAA winners HDSGF Athletics Winners They also bagged the Overall Champion ship.

Swimming  Meghna Saha of Class VII won 3 gold medals in HDSGF State level Swimming Competition and was selected for the National level Swimming Competition.

Tennis CRICKET  Dhrithi Kapoor and Akshita Goud bagged the  Prajwal of class X got selected for Hyderabad State second and the runners position at the CBSE Tennis team and has played matches at Mysore. Competiton at Bangalore.  Nirbhay Sai Reddy of class IX is in probables of Hyderabad District team.  Ajay Goud of class IX is selected for HDSGF U/17 state team.

CBSE Lawn Tennis II Runners

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Throwball  At the Chirec Inter-School Fest Under-17 Throwball Tournament, the Under 17 girls team of JHPS bagged the WINNERS position.  At the District THROWBALL Under-17 Tournament that was held at L.B.Stadium, the Under 17 girls team bagged the third position  Ch.Anoushka and D.C.Kamala of class IX were selected for Sub Junior Nationals Camp for the under/15 THROWBALL Tournament which will be held at Kanchi , Tamilnadu. Sub Junior Throwball Nationals Girls

Handball  At the Hyderabad District Handball Association Open Tournament held at Sanath nagar Stadium, the Under-17 girls team bagged the third position.

HDAA Hand ball Team HDAA Hand ball Team

CHESS TABLE TENNIS  At the Inter school District level chess Tournament, Rohan  At the Chirec Fest Table Tennis Tournament doubles, Chowdary of class V F won many medals P.Mrudula of class X C & B. Divya of class X C bagged  Inter school chess Tournament V. Sai Sneha of class VI, Runners position. Vishnu Preetam of class VI, Uma Sreya of class VI bagged  G. Sai Nikhita of class XI C bagged the Runners position many medals in various Competitions. in the JHPS Inter-school T. T. tounament.

Chess Winners

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 39 Rohan Chowdary Inter school Chess Winner other HAPPENINGS

Press Visit n the 2nd of January, 2015 the students from Journalism Club of Jubilee Hills Public O School, were taken on an informative tour to the Economic Times Press at Nacharam. The visit was aimed at providing future journalists an opportunity to experience the working of a news-paper press. All the engineers and staff were very helpful and patient in answering the questions posed by our students. The senior engineer, Mr. Radha Krishna explained in detail the various processes involved in the printing of a newspaper. The various stages like the production, the printing and the transport of the paper rolls used for printing made the students aware of the magnitude of work involved in the printing of a newspaper. Lastly the final product “The Times of India” newspaper would be dispatched to various parts of the city to reach eagerly awaiting readers, each morning. Students were made aware of “How a newspaper is printed everyday?” The visit proved to be enriching and informative for the students as well as the teachers who had accompanied them.

Winning Accolades for the School Short-Film Making Competition was held by Nehru Bal Sangh, New Delhi. Akhil Krishna Reddy, Nipun Chowdary, Sushmitha G, Ascharya Priya and Nrupen Sai Gutta of class XII participated in the competition and got selcted A amongst the top 20. They were the only team of students who got selected from Telangana & Andhra Pradesh and secured the 5th rank at the Natoional Level. They were also awarded Rs. 5000/- and certificates. The awards were announced and reveived at the National Youth Film Festival at Marwah studio, Noida on 15th November 2014.

40 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2015 article section cd The Shadow of Light Hamburger t the stroke of midnight, the candle blew out suddenly. A Every two minutes the howl of a dog could be heard. The windows were banging, curtains flying and strong winds were blowing. But Lucy was not bothered by anything and was sleeping underneath five blankets. I love eating hamburgers all the time Lucy was alone on the top floor With mustard, ketchup and oregano spice of the palace. Ten years ago, someone had been murdered on the same My mom doesn’t think that it’s very nice floor and since then, everyone thought whoever went there would not Even though it costs only a dime. come out alive. Lucy had different thoughts and she believed it was just an old room which needed proper cleaning. I go out , day and night And select my favourite veggie At 1’O clock, the door started opening by itself. Lucy woke up burger with delight suddenly and saw the shadow of a person with a knife and a lamp Relish it with every bite in his hands. She pinched herself to make sure she was not having a If you touch my burger you just nightmare. The man came closer and all of a sudden he tried to kill picked a fight her! Lucy saw a wooden stick beside her, hurled it at the man with full force and started running. The stick hit the man on his head and I love eating hamburgers all the time he fell unconscious. Lucy stopped to take a look at the man. She was For it I will do anything shocked and froze for a second. It was Mr. Brown, the detective who was Even put my life on the line investigating the case. Thank you burgers for everything. Mr. Brown, while investigating the case got to know about the Advaith Sankava VII A hidden treasure in the palace. He then fabricated the story of a ghost in the palace to avoid any investigation of the treasure. Lucy, who worked for the same agency interrogated Mr. Brown and found out the details about the hidden treasure. She arranged a team of agents, who then My Best Friend searched for the treasure that was buried 10 feet below the basement. Mr. Brown was arrested for fooling people and hiding the details of the treasure. The lost glory of the palace was restored and it was no longer a scary place which was haunted by ghosts. Samhita Potluri & Srinija Kura VIII C

Tongue Twister I fight with her, I cry with her. She’s like the light In my life. The Three Tea Trees

We share our problems, There were three tea trees that And solve our fights. gave three tea leaves every If we are together three days. We made three We can rule our life. cups of tea with the three tea We are perfect leaves given by the three tea For each other trees. After three days these She’s the best thing three tea trees gave rise to In my life three more tea trees. Khushi Jindal VII A Madhulika and Nikitha VIII C

MARCH - 2015 HILLSIDE NEWS 41 BOOK REVIEW

MyMy FamilyFamily && OtherOther AnimalsAnimals - Zamaan Lodhi, Class IX

y Family & Other Animals is, as hinted by the title, a humorous, mostly M autobiographical account of Gerald Durrell’s early years, which were spent in Corfu in the 1930s with his mother and three older siblings. Not only do we become acquainted with his eccentric, very English family, we are also introduced to plenty of other characters: a mix of humans, animals, birds, insects and plant life. In this book, we discover new creatures in almost every page. Durrell’s obsession with the natural world is infectious. As he describes himself lying on his stomach on the ground for hours, watching a centipede mother and her nest of babies, you find yourself hanging on to every word. Whether he is describing a beautiful and deserted Corfu beach at sunrise, keeping snakes cool in the family bathtub, or trying to cover up the destruction caused by a couple of adopted magpies, I’m sure you’ll be entertained. It’s not simply a catalogue of wildlife though. His family is also examined and their individual foibles picked apart. As the youngest child by a good eight years, Durrell’s boyish perspective of life makes it a witty account of human nature. Every member of his family, including Durrell (or “Gerry” as he is referred to in the book), is single-mindedly focused in their own goals and passions. When they are forced to work together towards a common goal, such as moving house, chaos usually follows. Everyone has a different suggestion to make, and cannot comprehend any other course of action other than their own. His mother, clearly adored by all, is the only real exception. She aims to please, worries about the slightest thing and is deeply concerned about public appearances, oblivious to her own eccentricities. She is teased mercilessly by her children. The author’s light-hearted tone makes the book a pleasure to read. He is not embarrassed by pointing out his own childhood weaknesses, or those of his relatives.” My Family and Other Animals” is a captivating read, with a deliciously dry sense of humour, and a perfect snapshot of all that is lovably bizarre.

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