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eaching is not a profession but a way of There is no turning back; the only way is to move pedagogy, development of core capacities and life skills, life’. It is the divine responsibility of a forward. Virtual learning to a great extent will be the experiential learning et al. Keeping in view the Emo- teacher to guide and enlighten. The no- new future of education. tional Quotient, Social Quotient, Intelligence Quotient blest of all professions which requires Schools in India have moved to virtual classrooms and not to forget the Adversity Quotient of the future ‘T endless patience, continuous upgrada- for the first time ever. The school teachers have truly generation as it is moulded in the ever so tender care tion of one’s knowledge and skills, empathy, adaptability, been the biggest learners during the time of Pandemic. of the teachers who at another level are counsellors as great communication as well as collaborative skills. A But have we laid too much burden on them in terms of well. Of course it is not asking too much of them. The little nudge, a wee bit of pep talk and a sympathetic ear teaching being a noble profession, the stigma attached least that can be done is not to let their spirit dampen. can do wonders to create self motivated learners and to them for speaking for their own right. Imparting knowl- They mustn’t feel belittled in comparison to other pro- ignite the latent spark in each scholar. We have come a edge is their sole responsibility and is to be undertaken fessionals such as engineers or doctors. Teaching is a long way from the ‘one way flow’ of information, learn- unconditionally. Yes, we must address the salaries being profession that creates other professions. Recognition ing from memorization rather than understanding and slashed. Concerns over full payment of salaries sans fee in terms of position, monetary security and respect is directing the thinking of students. Unlearning has been collection. Crushed under the burden of values just as all that they ask for. Even in the most trying times such the new learning. a woman would bear all atrocities in matrimony with- as these, the teachers passionately and selflessly con- From developing critical thinking, problem solving out a word lest she be considered boorish. Being in close tinue to mentor their pupils, attend all webinars to up- and decision making skills of students to incorporating association with the faculty one realises the pitiable con- grade their skills, meet all deadlines, read the NEP and technology while teaching in the best possible way the dition most of their families are in. With limited re- give online suggestions as they are truly passionate teachers have not shied away one bit. Honing their own sources at the home front, arranging or buying smart about it. They would willingly be a part of any and IT skills, taking online classes, making presentations phones and laptops, installing wifi to ensure uninter- everything that would help them nurture their students. and videos, learning editing and giving voiceovers and rupted teaching the teachers are doing it all. Raghav Podar, Chairman, Podar Education, Mum- even conducting online competitions seamlessly, the It is the Social Corporate Responsibility of each bai rightly stated, “Teachers are the next level of COVID teacher community has surely emerged victorious and teacher no doubt to warrant 21st Century Skills amongst warriors, fighting for the nation and shaping the future empowered in these trying times. Within a matter of a their students and map their competencies. NEP on of tomorrow”. Not to forget they too are human beings few days the transition from physical to virtual classes floor the teachers are all geared up to promote active with responsibilities and some of them sole breadwin- took place. Making most of apps such as Flipgrid, Padlet, ners. They also have personal economic responsibility Quizlet, Storyboard and Pixton to ensure interactive SHIVANI TRIPATHI, HEADMISTRESS, ST. TERESA SCHOOL, beside the social one. How can we negate the Indian phi- learning amid all cooking, cleaning and other house- INDIRAPURAM, GHAZIABAD losophy that no knowledge is fruitful or accomplished hold chores the educators have surely coped up well. without the Guru Dakshina.

The aim of this programme Learning new dialects and languages SCOUTS AND GUIDES was to create awareness among the students related to Scouts he district head of Scouts and Guides and to encourage SN Int’l School, Mayur Vi- participated in the cele- guage. Every student and Guides Association of har I celebrated Hindi Di- bration which went on made sincere efforts to them to enroll in it. Gautam Buddh Nagar, was to pay tribute to one for a week through var- use Hindi as a medium This programme concluded Aof the oldest literary tra- ious activities. The stu- of conversation for the T organised a workshop at ditions of the world. The students dents presented news entire week. The school Sunriseville School, Noida. enriching the students and left and staff of ASN Int’l School and thoughts in Hindi Headmistress Shivani Shiv Kumar gave a brief on them with the zeal and passion celebrated Hindi Di- which was followed by a Khanna and Academic to move ahead putting the was on the virtual talk on the importance Coordinator Priyanka the history and importance of platform to mark the of Hindi language. They appreciated the students Scouts and Guides in our daily motto to “Make the world a better place to live in”. The importance of the also presented their at- and staff for such a lives. Also how Scouts and at the time of war. They were also country’s most widely tractive handmade tremendous cultural im- workshop concluded after some Guides provide their services at told how they will be benefitted spoken language. Stu- posters reflecting their pact that is still vital and fun filled activities. dents of all the classes love for their native lan- evolving today. the time of natural disaster and by pursuing it at different levels.

ll work and no play can make us can pour out his/her emotions in a is doodling. One need not concen- feel stressed. A busy schedule painting. Apart from this, drawing trate on or bother about the details KRITIKA GUPTA, Aduring the weekdays makes us improves one's creative abilities and while doodling. It is simply done for X, Rukmini Devi yearn for a weekend which is free of develops body co-ordinations. It is the purpose of leisure. At the end, Public School, any schedule. also considered as a form of thera- the doodle turns out to be a master- Pitampura Weekends are the best time to py/meditation as it helps in relieving piece in its own way. spend time with oneself and with the stress. Varada Shendye, Class IX, SSPM's Sri family. One can utilise the weekends An art style popular these days Sri Ravishankar Vidya Mandir, in carrying out one's favourite pas- Borivali East times. One may want to read a book, listen to some music or even clean the house! In all these pastimes and hobbies, there is one hobby that many people share. That hobby is drawing. Drawing as an art AJUPREET, VI, KV no 2, Delhi Cantt has several types - still life, illustrations, fanta- sy drawings and any more. One has the choice of using any medium to draw. Expressions and statements Drawing is considered a way of communicating. One

ambridge School, Srini- vaspuri organised the Inter-School Psychology CFestival, Psy-Fiesta on the theme, ‘Coping with the New Normal’ providing a platform to young adolescents to explore and express their outlook and expe- BOOK: THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PYJAMAS BY JOHN BOYNE riences during this pandemic. he story starts when Bruno's 'grass is always greener on the other The festival saw participation family decides to travel far away side of the fence' is the only truth. from prominent schools across from their hometown, Berlin, to The author John Boyne beautiful- Delhi-NCR. The Psy-Quiz was T based on the theme -Psychology a place which hedescribes as 'out- ly portrays the impeachable inno- and Mental Health Issues. Chitra with', near Auschwitz. This cence of Bruno and Shmuel who Gangwani of Apeejay School book narrates a grave, heart were largely ignorant of the bagged the 1st position. The 2nd rendering, dystopian story horrors of 'holocaust'and how position was secured by Aarad- of two kids, Bruno, who is they thrive to simplify their hya Aggarwal of Cambridge the son of the camp's Nazi puzzled view of the School Indirapuram and the 3rd The 3rd position was secured by ta of Apeejay School and Arman commandant and Shmuel, a Jewish world, The Boy in the position by Jyotika Tomar of Shagun of Cambridge School of Cambridge School Indirapu- inmate in the concentration camp. tripped pajamas Cambridge School Noida. Noida. She portrayed multiple ram. The video projections The readers come across the offers us an unseen perspective of In the Face Painting Com- emotions like hope, fear, dark- demonstrated themes like adapt- petition based on the theme, ness that she has experienced ing to a new routine, participat- main theme of the story when Bruno life during the second world war and ‘Emotions Experienced During during the pandemic. ing in online classes and the need says 'fury' in place of 'Fuhrer' or till the very end we are enthralled the Pandemic’, Tejali of Aravali In the Video Story Competi- of positive thinking. leader of Germany, adding to the Nazi and captivated by their entangled International School secured the tion based on the theme, ‘Percep- A webinar was also organ- theme this story also depicts pure lives, leaving the readers immensely 1st position. She painted a col- tion of the New Normal’, the 1st ized on the same theme, facili- friendship between two naïve kids afflicted and heart broken with orful transition of emotions position was secured by Saima tated by Anmole Jain, a coun- separated by a fence and yet con- each turning pages. from negative to positive. Rid- Nida of Cambridge School Srini- seling psychologist and an emo- nected by their mutual desire for Yashasvi Rawal, class X, Ryan dhima Wadhwa of the same vaspuri followed by Advika of tional intelligence practitioner. companionship during difficult and school secured the 2nd position Cambridge School Indirapuram She emphasized the importance International School, lonely times, unlike others for whom by aesthetically depicting an ar- at the 2nd position. The 3rd posi- of gratitude, resilience, mind- Kharghar ray of emotions and optimism. tion was jointly secured by Garvi- fulness and empathy. “The mark of great sportsmen is not how good they are at their best, but how good they are their worst.” SIMPLY SPORTS Martina Navratilova, former tennis player 04 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2020 WORST FIGURES While IPL 2020 has witnessed some brilliant bowling spells by the likes of , and Mohammed Siraj, some bowlers have been at the receiving end of the batsmen. A look at five worst bowling figures so far

SIDDHARTH KAUL (SRH) LUNGI NGIDI (CSK) Kaul conceded 64 runs in his four Ngidi conceded 56 runs in his four overs overs against Mumbai Indians in against Rajasthan Royals in match number four on match number 17 on October 4. September 22. Rajasthan posted 216/7 while batting first and then Mumbai Indians posted 208/5 in restricted the MS Dhoni-led side at 200/6 in their allotted 20 overs, their allotted 20 overs and went on winning the match by 16 runs. to win the match by 34 runs.

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Steyn, one of the premier bowlers in inter- national crick- et, was found wanting as he went for 57 runs in his four overs against Kings XI Punjab in match num- ber six, played on September 24. Kings XI posted a mon- strous target of 207 riding on a brilliant 132* and then bowled out RCB for 109. ANKIT RAJPUT (RR) CHRIS JORDAN (KXIP) Ankit conceded 60 runs in his four overs against Mumbai Jordan conceded 56 runs in four overs Indians in match number 46 on October 25. He faced the against Delhi Capitals in match number brunt in particular from Hardik Pandya as Mumbai Indians two, on September 20. Capitals posted posted 195/5 in their allotted 20 overs. However, Rajasthan 157/8 in the stipulated 20 overs and Royals rode on a brilliant unbeaten century from Ben Kings XI matched the score. The Shreyas Stokes to go across the line with 10 balls to spare. Iyer-led side won in the Super Over.

Chasing is a concern, we’ve I just go with a clear mind, DJOKOVIC WINS VIENNA OPENER that’s my biggest strength TO CLOSE ON SAMPRAS RECORD to reset right now: Ponting Rashid Novak Djokovic Khan defeated Filip fter a flying start, the Capitals suffered a Krajinovic 7-6(8/6), hat-trick of losses, two of them while chasing, to slip to the third spot in IPL 6-3 in the first round A standings.The most recent of those de- in Vienna to edge feats was on Tuesday,when the side lost to Sun- risers Hyderabad. DC will now have to dish out closer to Pete superlative performances against table-toppers Sampras’ all-time Mumbai Indians and second-placed Royal Chal- record of ending the lengers Bangalore in their last two games to seal their play-off spots. ANI year as world number one on six occasions

It’s been a concern. When we decided to Shreyas Iyer bowl first, we’ve given away big totals. A few points here and there can change We have to get better at that, we need to be the momentum. In the second set, I better at bowling first and at chasing totals played better and I am just pleased with the because so far, it hasn’t worked for us. Ricky Ponting, DC coach way I finished the match. Novak Djokovic

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