Assemblies – A Source of Brimming Talent JHPS conducts regular assemblies which would kindle the creative spirit of the students. The thematic assemblies prepared by the students ignite the minds of the students to add aesthetic touch to the assemblies along with intellectualism. The school assembly raises awareness among the students about various national and global issues as well as inculcates moral values. It’s objective is that the students should grow up to be responsible citizens of the planet. Humanity- A way to be good human

Constant thankfulness Destiny

Environment-Conserve it Importance of time Obedience

Don’t wish it were easier, wish you were better. Efficiency and Effectiveness

Punctuality Success Vs Failure Four steps to Achievement editorial board HILLSIDE NEWS In-House Magazine Of JHPS ISSUE 14 v MARCH 2016 WWhahatt yyoouu don’t want to mmississ

CHIEF EDITORS INTERVIEWERS photo grapher From the Chairman’s Desk ...... 4

T. Sonal Singh K.PrasannaKalyan Ainesh Sanyal ACCOLADES AND AWARDS ...... 6 C. Anirvinya C. Anirvinya Y. Karthik COVER STORY M. Harshini T. Sonal Singh 30 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN eDUCATION ...... 8 K. Chaitna Teacher REPORTING TEAM Coordinators JHKs section Members of ILLUSTRATIONS DUSSEHRA ...... 14 Ms. M. Jayasree Journalism Team Ainesh Sanyal Ms. K. Lavanya Thulasi MASTERWORK ...... 15 Ms. Dipti Chetan Patel SYMPHONY A DELIGHT TO THE SENSES ...... 16

campus INEWS From the Editors’ Desk… tHE ART AND BOOK EXHIBITION ...... 18

“The philosophy of the school room in one generation; will be the philosophy of PARENTS’ DAY ...... 19 the government in the next.” aDHYAYAN-BOOK WEEK ...... 21 - Abraham Lincoln THE CONSTITUTION DAY ...... 22 aNNUAL dAY ...... 23 The theme of this issue of the hillside news is ‘Widening Horizons’ ALUMNI MEET - RETRACE ...... 25 Jubilee Hills Public School is close to all our hearts. It has nurtured and fIELD tRIPS ...... 26 aided the growth of all the students, supported them through hard times and driven them to success. We aim to revive every memory of the school sANKRANTI CELEBRATIONS ...... 28 in the students and help them relive the school’s odyssey. This legacy of REPUBLIC DAY CELEBRATIONS ...... 29 our school is special and has developed over many years which wouldn’t have been possible without the constant support from everyone. 2016 BABY’S NIGHT OUT ...... 31 highlights the 30th anniversary of the school’s endeavour to excellence. Workshops – Teachers ...... 34 The school has retained its morals till date and has consistently provided Workshops – Students...... 37 quality education to its students. It has incorporated advanced teaching methods with trained teaching staff to become one of the best schools NCC ...... 39 in the city. This issue of the Hillside News highlights the milestones of Sports ...... 41 our school’s journey. We hope you revel in the joy the school brings to everyone and remember it forever.

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successs of team work

The Success of Team work – coming together is a beginning, keeping together is progress, working together is success. - Henry Ford

n this 30th year of our existence, it is a matter of satisfaction and pride that what started as O neighbourhood school has now become the Best School in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. During the past 30 years, the institution has created an environment and ambience that fosters learning, as it provides the students with opportunities to explore and grow through situations that challenge them to identify their strengths and reinforce them.

I take this occasion to congratulate one and all on this 30th year in the field of education for their strong sense of commitment, service and responsibility that has transformed this institution into an outstanding and significant temple of learning today. We have scored well in areas of Infrastructure, Facilities, Sports Amenities, Technology and Academics. The Committed Management, Dedicated Staff, Co-operative Parents and Skillful Students have come together to create such a successful school. We have won several awards consistently in the past few years and have been rated as the Best School in Hyderabad and also one of the Best Schools in South India. Inspite of all these, we all should realize that Education is an ongoing process and to remain at the top our efforts should not slacken at any point of time.

We wish the staff and students continued success in the coming years too….

A. Murali Mukund Chairman Jubilee Hills Public School

4 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 principal’s ACADEMIC message DIRECTOR’S message

Completion of the 30th year in education is a matter Widening Horizons of great pride for the JHPS family. The Title “Widening Horizons” is very apt. Widening horizons not only reflects “The heart of education is the the growth of the School itself from six students and one education of the heart” Teacher to almost 3000 students and 170 teachers but also the education imparted to thousands of students

To take the school to new heights, we are who have crossed the threshold of the School and have committed to promoting our cherished tradition made a mark in the world by contributing to the building of diligence and dedication among students and of better society and world. teachers; adopting the humanistic approach to provide As Robert M. Hutchins has said, “Education is not quality education; nurturing in students a passion for education; upholding the school ethos of simplicity; to reform students or amuse them or to make them widening students’ horizons in all aspects of life; and expert technicians. It is to unsettle their minds, widen enhancing teaching efficacy and fostering team spirit their horizons, inflame their intellects and teach them among teachers. to think……”

Our endeavor is also to shape our students as the The dynamics of education are widening and unlike models of India strongly attached to their time-tested the previous times where marks alone mattered value system. for success, today the students need all round My heartfelt thanks goes to all the torch bearers development with thinking skills, public speaking, in the managing committee whose untiring work has networking collaboration and team work. We at Jubilee created 30 years of history in Jubilee Hills Public Hills Public School, have incorporated all these and more School. into our teaching which is manifested in the wide array I extend my warm wishes to one and all to continue of Awards received. We know that JHPS will continue its this journey on to the road of excellence. quality contribution in the field of Education and leave a mark in the world. M. Varalakshmi Principal G. Sree Devi Jubilee Hills Public School Academic Director Jubilee Hills Public School

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ANOTHER FEATHER IN THE CAP-JUBILEE HILLS PUBLIC SCHOOL RANKED NO.1

ubilee hills Public School has once J again proved that they are the leaders in Education by bagging the first place for the Best Schools of Hyderabad – 2015, in a recent survey conducted by Asia’s premier magazine, DIGITAL LEARNING. Asia’s premier magazine on education, Digital Learning’s mission is to raise awareness about how Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is playing a pivotal role in enhancing and accomplishing quality education. Digital Learning Magazine has embarked on a quest to rank the Best Schools of the country. The school has been Ranked No. 1 in parameters such as Academic Outcomes, Goodwill, Legacy and Reputation, Future Ready Academic Infrastructure, Enrichment of Learning Experience and Career Advancement. The award ceremony was organized at New Delhi on 18th February, 2016. Ms G. Sree Devi, the Academic Director received the award.

AMONG THE TOP 20 CBSE SCHOOLS IN HYDERABAD BY BRAIN FEED

he research team of Brainfeed Magazine carried out a survey based on the following parameters such as T Academic Reputation, Co-curricular Activities, Teacher Welfare and Development, Faculty Competence, Conflict Management in Education, Infrastructure, Leadership, Management, etc. Jubilee Hills Public School was awarded in commendation of the vision and the paradigm shift in imparting life-changing learning opportunity for the future generation among top 20 CBSE- Andhra Pradesh & Telangana Schools by Brain feed, a prestigious educational magazine as the school has constantly upgraded its knowledge base by employing and retaining learned and knowledgeable teachers and other support staff and in keeping them motivated to perform optimally in a consistent manner.

6 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 What is your most accomplished event in your journey at JHPS? Mirror of Success In the years that I had studied in JHPS, there was a new lesson that I learnt every ncouraging students by rightly out with immense patience and day. That one event that made what I awarding them for not only dedication, I proudly hold my head high am today was the Workshop on Public E excelling in academics, but also and will cherish my memories of school. Speaking and Personality Development’ in co-curricular activities and sports is which I had attended in my VIII grade. what the school Managing Committee The workshop made me confident and believes in. After a series of selection taught me to believe in myself. processes, the students of Class X are selected for the Best All rounder Student Gadde Sai Nikhil Chowdary of Award, the Best Girl Student Award and the Best Boy Student Award.

Epsisri Potluri of class X was awarded as the Best Girl Student for the academic year 2014-15. What was your reaction when you were class X was awarded the Best nominated as the best girl student? Boy Student for the academic Divya Poluri of Class X was Well, I was definitely surprised. I year 2014-15. the recipient of The Best All- actually couldn’t believe myself and was reassured by my mother that I had What motivated you to achieve this Rounder Award for the academic success? year 2014-15. indeed been nominated as the best girl student. I felt extremely happy as it was My parents and teachers were my “Success in life comes when you simply my mother’s dream to watch me receive motivation. They helped me a lot in refuse to give up, with goals so strong an award on the Annual Day. developing passion towards studies that obstacles, failures and loss only act Who was your role model? and to achieve my goal. as motivation.” My parents have been my role models. Brief us about your dreams and School life is a very important They have been with me during all my aspirations for your future? part of one’s life because it provides emotional outbursts and have given me My ambition is to become a successful ample opportunities to the students in the confidence to move on. I am also doctor. I will work hard to achieve this. academics as well as discipline. It also deeply influenced by my grandfather, a Describe any special moment in school? helps in building up strong mental and simple man who has the true perception In school, every moment is special and physical foundation necessary for a of life. The willingness with which he unique. It gives me immense pleasure and student to succeed in their future. takes up a challenge always made me happiness recollecting my school days. The years that I studied at JHPS had look up to him. Is this your dream come true? been really wonderful, filled with joy Is this your Dream Come True? amongst my friends and immense love Yes, It is! It was totally unexpected for Yes, receiving the Best Girl Student from my teachers. JHPS has shown me me to receive this award. It was the Award is beyond my wildest dreams. I what I am made of and has helped me happiest moment in my life which I consider myself lucky and blessed to see the path I want to walk. would cherish forever. receive this award from JHPS. Words are not enough to express my What is your message for your juniors? Do you think there is any unique gratitude and never will be. I thank the ability one should develop? I’d just like to tell them to be cool entire JHPS family for their never ending and participate in all the programmes One must always develop the willingness support and love. I have collected possible. Be active and show your to take up any challenge. Win or Lose, a treasure house of memories – the energy. This is the place where you can but taking up the challenge is important naughty jokes, loving teachers, cultural grow from nothing to something. activities among many others. Stepping because it gives you experience which is beyond any prize or title

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“Education is our passport for the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.” - Malcolm X

As the years rolled by, the number INTRODUCTION of students enrolling in the school INFRASTRUCTURE IIt is said that the journey of a thousand gradually rose. The students achieved The magnanimity of the distinguished miles begins with a single step. excellence and received accolades in members of the Managing Committee academics and sports. can be seen in the spectacular This single and significant step was The school provides various facilities infrastructure of the school that has taken by our beloved institution Jubilee for the overall development of the developed gradually to start the Hills Public School in the year 1986 with students which include, identifying the Venkatadri Block. Soon after which a humble beginning and the visionary talents and strengths of each student, the Vignan Block came into existence, outlook of a few illustrious philanthropic rendering valuable and required followed by the Vivek Block in 1998 individuals. training for further enhancement of and finally the Vision Block in 2009. Today, we stand before you with character and personality. Along with The blocks accommodate the students head held high, though with a humble the required training in academics, it comfortably and improve their heart, acknowledging with gratitude constantly strives for the enhancement learning experience exponentially. The and great joy, this remarkable milestone of the physical and mental aptitude of classrooms are large, spacious and well in our journey - 30 years since our the students through training given in equipped to meet the basic needs of inception. sports, arts, personality development the students. Each floor is supported Taking one day at a time, and value enhancement. with hygienic washrooms. overcoming huge challenges, achieving Two synthetic international standard extraordinary thing; we have forged ahead with dedication and an immense amount of hard work which was possible only because of the guidance and support rendered by the management in the form of meticulous planning and continuous encouragement. Jubilee Hills Public School commenced its journey on 3rd September, 1986, with six students, one teacher and a helper in a single room. Since its inception, our institution has grown in leaps and bounds and we are forever looking for ways to raise our standards. The dynamic staff of the school who strive for the improvement of the school take utmost care to ensure that the most important stake holders - our dear students, are exposed to an outstanding amalgamation of tradition and technology.

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cater to the cultural events. Being students excel academically. The Online secular in nature, the school respects all Academic software is used to help the traditions by celebrating the festivals of students revise and to provide them every community. with educational and interactive videos. The multifarious laboratories for every subject are positioned in AUDIO VISUAL STUDIO convenient spots across the campus which can be accessed and used by tennis courts, a basketball court, two all the students. The laboratories are volleyball courts, a throw ball court provided with advanced equipment and a cricket ground. It not only serves to stay on par with the global needs. as the physical training area for the JHPS is highly tech savvy and has students to be fit but also brings out three computer laboratories that are the spirit of sportsmanship among all used by the students. Technology students. used in other parts of the school Many trees are planted around the includes the biometric system, School The futuristic Audio Visual Studio school to make it environment friendly Administration Software & CCTV with all modern day facilities, endeavour and cultivate ‘green habits’ among cameras to ensure proper surveillance. to enhance and create a vibrant the students. A sheltered outdoor The school has procured state of the learning atmosphere. The Audio Visual auditorium and an indoor auditorium art projectors, I-boards to help the Studio is fitted with side speakers and

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center speaker and a large sub woofer, DVD player, powerful amplifier and a good set of mike system with recording facilities. The soundproof control room monitors and assists with the technological backup. Video lessons by teachers are recorded in the Audio Visual Studio for reiterating of the concepts taught by streaming into the classrooms.

LIBRARY

LABORATORIES The school has well equipped Science, Social Sciences, Mathematics and Language which compliment the class room teaching. The two English Language laboratories aim to enhance the proficiency in Spoken English through activity-based learning. The MAGAZINES AND NEWS Laboratory organizes a host of contests LETTERS right through the year to promote The school runs the annual ‘Ascent confidence-building and personality Magazine’ which provides information development. The teachers and students about the programmes conducted make sure that the three fully air and organized by the school. Special conditioned computer laboratories are sections of the magazine are dedicated well utilized to meet the technological to poetry, literature, paintings, sketches advancements. and portraits all done by the students Art is the way of life and to cater to themselves. these needs of the students, our school The ‘Hillside News’ is the half yearly started the Arts, Crafts, Dance and newsletter that keeps the students and Music laboratories. parents informed about the happenings Our school has a very spacious in the school. library with systematically organized books for easy access, with computer and internet resourcing the teaching, learning process. The library is fully stacked with thousands of books and CD’s coupled with an AV room where students can watch educational films. The entire library is fully automated. The computerized catalogue (OPAC) which saves the time of teachers and students is made available on the intranet.

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National and State levels. In recent years, due to the continued efforts of all the stake holders, the school has been To improve professional competency awarded many SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY and to keep the teachers abreast of prestigious titles. the modern trends in Education, the • As a responsible and compassionate The school has school conducts In-service Training institution, the school has been been ranked No. Programmes for the teachers apart providing scholarship for the 1 CBSE School in from other seminars and workshops economically backward students. Hyderabad and to ensure the teachers receive the • As part of its Corporate Social was awarded best possible training. This training is Responsibility our students visited for its use of ICT rendered to our teachers through The the Zilla Parishad High School at in the School’s Jubilee Hills Skill Development center Goplapuram village, Shankarpally Management for them to keep themselves abreast Mandal to distribute the school System by the of the latest changes in educational kits to the students to inculcate technology and pedagogy to deal with the value of serving the needy, the 21st century students. through community development programme - Youth for Seva. AWARDS INSERVICE PROGRAMMES The school houses a large collection of shields and trophies from various competitions at the International,

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Digital Learning Magazine for its reputation, academic performance, teacher competence, student with excitement and enthusiasm by development, infrastructure, sports the students and teachers alike. Dr. and extracurricular activities. The Kalam delivered an inspiring speech prestigious educational magazine, to the students of various schools and Brainfeed ranked JHPS among the top made everyone take an oath that they 20 CBSE schools of Hyderabad after would be honest and fight corruption an intensive and exhaustive survey and embrace secularism. He inspired based on a school’s pedagogic practice, the children to master their fears and culture, core values and management. hardships. The magazine also awarded the school The Management, teachers, parents, for ‘Best Pedagogical Practices and The Alumni meet every year and share alumni and students have always worked Quality Education’. The school won their memories and experiences with together as a team to bring the school the ‘Outstanding School South Award teachers and friends. to its current respected reputation. It at the Indy’s Educational Awards and has overcome every hurdle to become the ‘Best School in Andhra Pradesh’ one of the best. With many feathers title at the Asia Education Summit. The ABDUL KALAM’S VISIT in its cap, it inspires success in every Education World ranked Jubilee Hills His Excellency Dr. A. P. J. Abdul aspect of education and will surely do Public School as the 71st Best School Kalam, the then President of India visited so for eons to come. in India and bagged the 1st place for JHPS in 2005. His visit was greeted the Best Schools of Hyderabad – 2015, by a recent survey conducted by Asia’s premier magazine, DIGITAL LEARNING.

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platform for the students to explore and demonstrate their talent. A large playground with Tennis, Cricket and Basket ball courts will ensure a physically fit regimen for students as well as prepare them for competitions. Locker facilities for students to store books will ensure reduction of bag load. The school will provide an optional transport facility to the students on all working days in fixed routes. The library with modern amenities spread over an JUBILEE HILLS PUBLIC SCHOOL area of 2600 s.ft. will be kept open even NEW BRANCH AT RAMPALLY during holidays. It is accepted that a well rounded Offers admissions for Classes : L.K.G. – V education is the gateway to personal FROM ACADEMIC YEAR: 2016-17 success. It sets students on the path to lifelong learning that enables them to City office: Plot No:46, G- Block colony, succeed in a changing world. Through A.S. Rao Nagar, Hyderabad. education, individuals can expand their Ph: 9515943805 minds and embrace new ideas and Email: [email protected] opportunities and at the same time, build better lives for themselves and he Jubilee Hills Education Society endeavour to make them responsible their communities. started its first school thirty citizens of tomorrow by developing Quality education cannot be Tyears ago at Jubilee Hills by the their holistic personality. Learner imparted unless the educators are name Jubilee Hills Public School. This engagement will be given utmost empowered to be tech savy and well inspirational journey continues... importance with hands on experience versed with the latest pedagogical Digital technology has in the laboratories exclusively for practices. One of our key focuses is revolutionised education and it was languages and other subjects. The on faculty development to enhance felt that the wifi generation of the emphasis will be laid on Spoken English excellence in academics and also inspire 21st century will only relate to a tech language skills to accommodate confidence and trust in the students. the growing demand for excellent savvy school, similar to the present We have made our mark and left communication in the global village. school. Hence a second school with an indelible impression in the field of a six acre campus spread over lush The spacious 650 s.ft. classrooms Education. With this goal fulfilled, the green meadows at Rampally, near ECIL, will be provided with internet, intranet, school forges ahead into the future Hyderabad was envisioned. The new full I-boards, projectors and computers. with dreams of accomplishments yet to fledged campus will presently cater to The indoor Auditorium will serve as a be fulfilled. classes LKG-V adopting the philosophy of ‘Tradition and Technology’. The JUBILEE HILLS PUBLIC SCHOOL at Rampally will become operational by June 2016 with the campus becoming functional by the end of April 2016. Being veterans in the field and continuing the legacy of spreading education; JUBILEE HILLS PUBLIC SCHOOL Rampally will render its services to the students residing in the neighbouring areas like Singapore city, Sainikpuri, A.S. Rao Nagar, Kushaiguda, Dammaiguda, Bandlaguda, Keesara, Moulali, etc. The school envisages providing the best opportunities to students in its CITY OFFICE

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DUSSEHRA ubilee Hills Kindergarten School celebrated Dussehra J Special Assembly on 9th October, 2015. The programme started with a traditional prayer song ‘Ayi Giri Nandini, followed by a speech on the importance of Dussehra. Children enthralled the audience with their wonderful dance performances to Bathukamma and Dandiya tunes. Group Dance Diwali Aayi Re’ Song The programme concluded with a Power Point Presentation emphasizing the significance of Dussehra. The Principal, Ms. M.Varalakshmi, the Academic Director, DIWALI – THE FESTIVAL OF Ms.G. Sree Devi and the Primary Head Mistress Ms. Sonia LIGHTS Nagpal graced the occasion. It was an unforgettable iwali marks the victory of good over evil. Deepawali or experience for the tiny tots. D Diwali is certainly the biggest and the brightest of all the festivals. It is popularly known as the festival of lights. Diwali was celebrated with great joy in JHKS on 5th November,2015. The programme commenced with a song on Goddess Lakshmi. The children of LKG and UKG spoke about the significance of the festival. This was followed by a song Dandiya Dance Bathukamma Dance ‘Diwali Aayi Re’ sung by M. Kodanda Ram Varma of UKG - A which was truly melodious and captivated the audience. The colourful Power point presentation on ‘Safe Diwali’ enlightened the audience by highlighting safety concerns. This was followed by a talent show where Aaradhya Gupta of LKG – C was asked to spell a few words and also guess a word that was spelt. Last, but not the least, a dance related to Diwali was performed. The programme came to an end with a wonderful dance performed by the teachers for the children in celebration of the upcoming ‘Children’s Day’. Sankranti Vachindi Dance The day encompassed mesmerizing and colourful PONGAL CELEBRATIONS performances. he harvest festival, Sankranti was celebrated by T Jubilee Hills Kindergarten School on 8th January, 2016. CHRISTMAS The programme started with a prayer song. This ubilee Hills Kindergarten School celebrated Christmas was followed by a pooja performed by the dignitaries J on 23rd December, 2015. The programme started with on the stage. The stage was colourfully decorated with a speech about the importance of Christmas. Christmas a floral rangoli. Children spoke about the importance carols like “We wish you a Merry Christmas”, “Santa Claus of the festival in English, Telugu and Hindi. They is coming to town” etc. were sung by the students. Students dramatized the rituals of Pongal - Bhogi, Makara danced merrily to the tune of “Every move I make“. The Mini Sankranti, depiction of Basavanna and Kanuma in auditorium was decorated beautifully with a Christmas tree traditional attires. Students performed vibrantly to the and coloured balloons. The programme came to an end with tunes of “Sankranti Vachindi” and “Subharambh”. the children dancing for the “Jingle bells ”song. It was an The programme concluded with the dignitaries and unforgettable experience for the tiny tots. parents blessing children by showering “Bhogi Pallu”.

Subharambh Dance Christmas Carols by Tiny Tots Santa Claus

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FIELD TRIP TO KBR PARK ield trips bring joy to students and provide them with valuable learning F experiences outside the school environment. It opens the eyes of students to the outside world and teaches them moral values and life skills. The students of JHKS visited KBR Park on 4th December, 2015 and had a good time. The children explored the lawns and gardens of the park. They learnt about many trees that grow in the park such as the neem, tamarind, bamboo, Tiny Tots hand in hand with Nature custard apple, etc. The sight of the peacocks left the children awestruck. Later, the children walked through the park merrily. They watched an informative video about the flora and fauna of the park. The students learned a great deal about nature. They learned to respect, love, cherish and embrace it. They understood that they are a part of nature and they need to look after it.

Masterwork cultural show ‘The Masterwork’ was organised on 7th A November, 2015 for the Parents of UKG E & F. The programme started with a prayer song. The Headmistress welcomed the gathering. She mentioned that the programme is organised annually to bring out the innate talent in every student and give them a stage to exhibit it. Beautiful Nature Dance Zumba Dance A short film on Art was enjoyed by the parents. The consecutive dance performance brought everyone to their THE WONDROUS WILD feet. The tiny tots exhibited immense talent with aplomb. nd They recited poems and sang songs, entertaining the cultural show ‘The Wondrous Wild’ was organised on 2 audience with their adoring charm. They later painted the A January, 2016 for the Parents of LKG – B & C. picture of a peacock together and it was a sight to marvel at. The programme started with a prayer song. The This day was also celebrated as ‘Green Colour Day’ Headmistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal welcomed the gathering. where the students decked themselves in costumes of green A video was shown to the parents, where the children vegetables and fruits. A brilliant performance depicting Lord spoke about different animals and birds. Mahek. V of LKG – Shiva captivated the audience. C welcomed the gathering. The events for the day included The parents enjoyed the show and were amazed at a song titled,’ It’s a Beautiful Day’, an informative speech the presentation put up by their little ones. They thanked on the colour yellow, Vibrant Animal Alphabet Song and the Management and teachers for nurturing the talents of enthralling dances on ‘Beautiful Nature and Zumba. their children. Parents’ Day remains a day to cherish and The Chairman Sri. A.Murali Mukund appreciated the remember forever. efforts of students and teachers for putting up such a wonderful show. He urged the parents to inculcate in their children values like respecting teachers, elders and the rest will be taken care of by the teachers. The President Sri K. Krishnadev Rao appreciated the programme reiterating that JHPS is comparable to the best schools in The United States. He said that the main purpose of the programme is Group Dance Green Colour Day that all the kids should perform on stage. He thanked all the parents for being a part of the programme. The parents felt very happy to see their children perform on stage and appreciated the efforts put in by the teachers and the initiative taken by the management to organise such an event. The programme came to an end with a vote of thanks Group Dance proposed by Y.Niharika of LKG – B.

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SYMPHONY A Delight to the Senses

Puppet Show Group Song

them an opportunity to perform on was followed by Akshat Sinha, speaking stage. about music and dance. A song ‘I am Abhinav Chilamkurthy, a student of the Music Man’ was sung and was UKG, welcomed the gathering. A video appreciated by the audience. Red Day on ‘Music and Dance’ expressing the Red Colour Day was also celebrated views of the children was shown which on the same day. Gagan Supreet of LKG-A spoke about the significance of spectacular and sprightly show the colour red. A puppet show related ‘Symphony’ was organized on 21st A to the colour red was presented by Hem November, 2015 for the Parents of UKG Sai of UKG-G. Dances were performed – G & LKG – A. by children on the theme colour. ‘Let’s The programme started with a Start Jump’ and ‘Lord Ram’ were a few prayer song followed by welcome dances which were extremely colourful, speech by the Headmistress Ms. Sonia lively and mesmerizing. The audience Nagpal. The main aim of the programme were thoroughly captivated and enticed is to exhibit the hidden talents and skills Group Dance by the show put up by the tiny tots. of each and every student and to give

Serenity ubilee Hills Kindergarten School celebrated ‘Serenity’ – Parents’ Day J Mera Hindustan Hip Hop of LKG D & E on 23rd January, 2016 in the school premises. the students and the teachers have celebrated where the children sung The President, Sri. Krishnadev Rao, worked really hard, requesting the on “Blue Spells Blue”. The event the Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund, parents to encourage the students by continued with a dance on ‘Heal the Principal, Ms. M.Varalakshmi, applauding their performances while the World’. Children shared a few the Academic Director, Ms.G. Sree they are on stage. amazing quotes on Peace. Dances on Devi and Pre-Primary & Primary The programme began with a ‘Animals in the Ocean’ and ‘It’s time Headmistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal welcome speech by Akhilesh Puppala for Hip-Hop’ were colourful and liked graced the occasion. of LKG, followed by a captivating by everyone. The programme came to The event started with an video on ‘The Search of Peace’ which an end with V. Stuti of LKG proposing auspicious prayer song sung by the demonstrated that we are one and the vote of thanks. tiny tots.The Headmistress, Ms. Sonia we share and care for each other. The Parents too shared their views and Nagpal addressed the gathering. She audience were mesmerized by the expressed their happiness on seeing said that the school always strives to dance performance on the ‘Lollipop their kids on the stage. They felt it was teach the tiny tots to value people Song’. The Blue colour day was also the best experience of their lives. and relationships right from a young age. She expressed that respecting each other’s opinions and views gives pleasure. She compared the children to a slate saying that whatever we write on it, stays for a longer period. She concluded by reiterating that Dance on Peace Animals in the Ocean

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Pink colour day was also celebrated where children enthralled the audience by dancing to the song ‘I like pretty pink princes’. One of the students gave a speech and presented a song on the colour pink. The students individual art Rajasthani Dance Song on Health work on fruits and vegetables was also displayed. The programme came to an which the children spread the message end with a vote of thanks given by Siya The Fine Fettle on how to keep oneself healthy and Anuj Gupta of LKG . happy by doing yoga, exercises and cultural show ‘The Fine Fettle’ was The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund eating healthy food. Aorganised on 20th February, 2016 for appreciated the performance of the the Parents of LKG F & G. The event continued with aerobics children and the efforts of the staff in dance on the song ‘Twist and Shake’ putting up such a wonderful show. He The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund, where the children shared the secret expressed that this kind of foundation is the Principal, Ms. M.Varalakshmi and of keeping oneself fit. ‘Tete – a Tete’ an essential for students which would help the Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi interview was conducted by the kids them face interview in future. Parents graced the occasion. where they posed questions to the shared their views and appreciation and The event started with a prayer parents related to health. were very happy seeing their little ones song by the tiny tots. The Academic on the stage. Director, Ms.G.Sree Devi welcomed the gathering. She said that the main objective of the programme is to make children confident and prepare them to face the challenges of tomorrow. Miss Ramona Singh of LKG gave the welcome speech. This was followed by Aerobics Dance on ‘I Can Dive’ a captivating video on ‘Health’ through

Graduation Day

`Indradhanush’ Graduation Day of Jubilee Hills Kindergarten School was celebrated on 18th March, 2016 in the school premises amidst a lot of emotions and grandeur. The Pre-Primary and Primary Head Mistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal welcomed the gathering. The Chairman, Sri A. Murali Mukund congratulated the Graduation Ceremony children on completing their foundation years of education successfully. Children in their black graduation gowns received the certificates from the Chairman, Sri A.Murali Mukund and the Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi. The railways are a network to connect and bind people. Keeping this motto in mind the students of Kindergarten vivaciously presented a thematic display of various activities in the form of a train. The series of programmes had many colours to unfold which started with a dance on “Indradhanush” followed by the Graduation Song. Students Bharata Kandam Na Desam Dance sang a song on Graduation explaining the love and affection they have for the teachers. Students of UKG shared the experiences of their two year journey in the Kindergarten School and expressed it as a stepping stone of their dreams. Gracias dance, Hoedown dance, Bhangra and Salsa dances performed by the students mesmerized the audience as they were full of vigour. Children enacted a skit on “Bhakta Prahalada” which was appreciated by all. The sloka recital by the students and dance on Bharata Kandame Na Desam which brought spiritual and patriotic fervor amongst the audience. The programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks Bhakta Prahlad Skit

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The Art and Book Minion Day Exhibition hildren’s day was celebrated with much pomp and grandeur in our school. The program commenced n Art Exhibition along with a Book Fair was conducted C with a song. This was followed by a ramp walk on the Open House Day i.e. 10th October, 2015. Many by the teachers, much to the excitement of the children. A parents and children turned up to view and admired Subsequently, a dance was performed by the primary the efforts put in by the children. The art exhibited a variety teachers which was greeted with enthusiasm by the of styles, varying from sketches to portraits to abstract. children. The celebration concluded with an energetic dance The exhibition involved the audience and was thoroughly performance by the teachers of the dance department. appreciated by all. The book fair was undoubtedly an Harshini. M, class X enjoyable event. Books from different genres ranging from reference and education to mystery or fantasy fiction managed to grab the attention of both young and old alike. The main objective of the fair was to inculcate the habit of reading in each and every student. The book fair and the exhibition kept up to the high spirits of the students and etched a smile on every face present there. Lisa.K & Ainesh Sanyal, Class IX

Teachers in the ‘Students’ shoes

Dussehra - A Celebration of Victory over Evil Diwali ussehra was celebrated on 14th October, 2015 to commemorate the victory of good over evil. It was special assembly was conducted to celebrate D celebrated with great enthusiasm and vigour. th Diwali on 9 November, 2015. The students The students spoke on the significance of the festival A spoke about the significance of the festival. and the way it is celebrated throughout the country. The Cultural programmes were conducted on the occasion. mesmerizing performances enthralled the children. To The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi wished the students invoke the blessings of Goddess Durga, a dance was on the occasion and advised them to celebrate an eco- performed by the students. friendly safe Diwali. The series of cultural programmes included a song on ‘Maha Durga’ that captivated the audience and beautifully brought out the importance of the day. The show stopper of the day was the dance-drama which depicted the nine forms of Durga. The story of Ramayana was also depicted in the form of a dance by the Primary school students in a graceful manner. A. Sravani, Class IX

Group Dances Dance Drama – Navadurga Group Song

18 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 campus news Parents’ Day Parents’ Day is celebrated on 4th Sunday of every July. This day is marked by a grand celebration. It is a day for the children to make their parents feel how grateful they are for having such lovely parents. Children take effort to thank their great parenting, which has shaped up their life in such a beautiful way. On Parents Day, they try to adopt every method with which they can make their parents feel proud and convey their feelings.

earth gives us plenty of resources which to implement the value of ‘Live on Less’ The Cosmos - are being misused by us and how we and not to waste the resources of nature could protect them. and take steps to conserve our planet A Spectacle of The students started with a Earth for future generations. welcome dance to invoke the blessings Sri. Harischandra Prasad, the Joint skill and talent of Lord Ganesha. The show exhibited Secretary of JHES urged to the parents and performances on the five elements of teachers to ensure that children should spectacular show ‘THE COSMOS’ Earth, the evolution of Man, and the put into practice this valuable learning of based on conserving and saving interdependence of plants and animals keeping the environment clean and green. A the planet Earth was conducted to maintain the ecosystem. All the The parents of Class III were on 21st November,2015. It showcased performances were exemplary. overwhelmed with the performances of the skill and talent of each and every The Academic Director, Ms. G. their children and all of them said that student of Class III. Sree Devi spoke a few words on the it was a wonderful programme. Some The Primary Headmistress, Ms. importance of food in our life and parents expressed their heartfelt thanks Sonia Nagpal welcomed the gathering educated our children not to waste it. to the teachers who were responsible and asserted that the students of Class The President of JHES, Sri. K. for motivating their children to come III would highlight the fact that the Krishnadev Rao motivated the children up with such a wonderful programme.

The 3 R’s Song The Harmonious Living Dance Wonderful World Dance The Jungle Rhythm he students of Class II participated in a spectacular Parents’ Day T show, ‘The Jungle Rhythm’ on 2nd January,2016. It was based on the theme, ‘The Jungle Book’ from a chapter in the Chairman’s Address Air Dance – The Jungle Breeze English Reader to create an awareness and sensitize children towards animals audience with various skits and dances spoke about the motto behind the and to learn important lessons of life and depicting the theme. Each child came on programme which was to bring all the values from animals like being patient and to the stage either as a speaker, performer, students on stage and instil confidence helping others in need. The programme dancer , singer or an orator. in them. She emphasized that children started with Swagatam dance to welcome must work as a team and learn to exhibit the parents. The children enthralled the The Primary Headmistress, Ms.Sonia Nagpal welcomed the parents. She precious qualities like leadership,

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The Chairman, Sri A.Murali Mukund, appreciated the children’s dynamic performance. He emphasized on participation and team work. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks followed by performances by Parents of class II students which was appreciated by the Chairman. Parents too shared their views and were happy Swagatam Dance The Jungle Party to see their kids on stage.

presence of mind, and team spirit. She reiterated that children should not only excel in academics but also inculcate good principles and values which will make them better individuals. The Academic Director, Ms.G.Sree Devi, appreciated the way the children performed. She spoke about the importance of parents support and The Nautical Jungle The Supportive Jungle –skit encouragement towards their children. The Rhapsody - A Class I

Spectacle Blessed Birthday Paradise on Earth

of Skill and socially, emotionally and intellectually Rao commended the parents for the are taught ethics, life skills and much participation and said that the parents Talent more beyond the curriculum. singing traditional songs reassured him that children were being taught he students of Class I participated The parents left no stone unturned good things at home. He encouraged in a spectacular Parents’ Day by participating in singing the the parents to do their part in keeping T show, ‘THE RHAPSODY’ on 6th traditional songs and left a mark on traditions and value systems of India February, 2016. their children for the future. alive. The programme started with a The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali The parents of Class I were welcome dance invoking Goddess Mukund appreciated the confidence overwhelmed with the performance Saraswathi. and co-ordination among the children and advised the children to use of their children and many of Children enthusiastically portrayed technology sparingly till Class V. them expressed their appreciation their knowledge on the various aspects reiterating that it was a wonderful The President, Sri. K. Krishnadev of life, safety at home and school, programme. table manners, travel etiquettes etc .The audience was enthralled with the stunning performances and compering of the children. The Primary Headmistress, Ms. Sonia Nagpal welcomed the gathering and explained the theme of the show. She mentioned that the students of the school are nurtured Table Manners Healthy Habits

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Talent Hunt

ompetitions bring out the best in a person. Competitions always encourage one to go beyond the ordinary. To develop C the innate qualities of students, the school organized a preliminary round of ‘Talent Hunt’ in the month of July. The final round for the various competitions which included Essay writing, Recitation, President’s Address Quiz Pot Painting, Quiz, Dance etc was held from 7th to 9th November 2015. The students participated with great immense gusto. The prize distribution ceremony was held on 9th November. The President Sri K. Krishnadev Rao and Joint Secretary Sri T. Harischandra Prasad gave away the prizes to the winners. Speaking on the occasion, the President Sri K. Krishnadev Rao encouraged the students to utilize the opportunities provided by the school to show their talent. He also said that they should concentrate on their studies at the same time Prize winners with the President, as school is not all fun and play. Overall the event was an enormous Dramatics Sri. Krishnadev Rao success and the students participated with real zeal. M. Harshini , Class X

Adhyayan –Book Week

The knowledge fest “Life is like a book, some chapters sad, some chapters happy and some exciting but if you never turn the page; you will never know what the next chapter holds.” - Sir Richard Steele. Enjoying reading

dhyayan - the knowledge fest television and instead read books was conducted from 16th Nov that would strongly aid in developing A to 20th Nov,2015 to read new their imagination, creativity and books and to hone the hidden creative personality. For middle school, skills of the students. During the week, various competitions were held by various competitions were conducted Indus Solutions and prizes were to motivate the students to read. given to the students as a token of Some of these competitions were Book review competition appreciation for their performances. Recitation and Storytelling for the The D.E.A.R (Drop Everything pre primary students, Storytelling for Along with this, a special And Read) program was held on classes 1 and 2 students, Spell bee assembly was also conducted on 23rd 18th November, 2015. This was done for class 3, Book Mark preparation November, 2015 to culminate the to motivate students to become for class 4 and Spinning a yarn (story week. The programme started with voracious readers. Each and every telling) for class 5. a Saraswati prayer followed by a skit person in the school premises which was performed by the 7th and 8th thoroughly enjoyed reading for half graders. Book reviews were presented an hour. by the 7th graders which encouraged Books play an integral role of the students to read more books. inculcating values in students which The librarian, Ms. Lakshmi gave the lends them a hand later in their lives students some extremely helpful tips to establish their mark in society. on developing reading habits. She Sai Samhitha K , Class IX Winners of Book Review Competition suggested that the students should not waste their time by watching

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 21 campus news The ‘Constitution Day’

ubilee Hills Public School celebrated ‘The Constitution Day’ on 26th November, 2015 as per the CBSE directive. J India is the largest democracy in the world. After Independence, India chose to be a Democratic Republic. The Constitution of India is the supreme law of India. It is a living document, the permanent instrument which makes the government system work. It lays down the framework defining fundamental political principles, establishes the structure, procedures, powers and duties of government institutions and sets out Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles and the Duties of Citizens. Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar is regarded as the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. It was adopted on 26th November, 1949 but came into effect on 26th January, 1950. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi administered the oath, the preamble of India to the students and teachers. A poster making competition was held for the students of Students taking the oath the school to mark the significance of the occasion.

Ganit Day

athematics may not teach us how to add love or subtract hate but it gives us hope that every problem has a solution. M Mathematics has become an inseparable part of our lives. No matter where we are, Mathematics always plays a part. Group Dance Our school celebrated the GANIT- (GROWING APTITUDE IN NUMERICAL INNOVATIONS AND TRAINING) week an initiative by the CBSE to commemorate Srinivasa Ramanujan’s birth anniversary which is celebrated from 16th December , 2015 to 22nd December, 2015. As a part of this celebration, many competitions based on Math like Origami, Quiz, solving the Rubik’s cube, etc. were conducted. Children participated with great zeal and enthusiasm and exhibited Rubik’s Cube ompetition their talent. A special assembly was also conducted on the same day. The students of class IV presented a dance on the theme ‘Math is everywhere.’ The rules of divisibility were explained to the audience in a lively manner by the students of class VI in the form of a dance performance. Students of class VI and VII worked together to perform a skit about the invention of triangles and squares. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi, in her address said that students A Skit should practice Mathematics to become proficient in the subject. The Head of the Mathematics department, Ms. Prashantha Sandhya spoke about how the school facilitates the development of the students’ mathematical skills through various workshops and competitions. The day concluded with the winners being awarded. The resounding success of the celebrations is the outcome of the tireless efforts put in by the students and the Math Faculty in order that the students overcome their fear of the subject. “Math is Everywhere” Dance Nitisha Kothari, Class IX

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ubilee Hills Public School celebrated its Annual day AnnualAnnual DayDay in the school premises on 28th November,2015. Sri. J Anjani Kumar, IPS Additional Commissioner of Police, Law and Order, Hyderabad was the Chief Guest for the day. He was accorded a warm welcome by the President, Sri. K. CelebrationsCelebrations Krishnadev Rao, the Chairman, Jubilee Hills Public School Sri A. Murali Mukund, the Managing Committee members, the Principal, the Academic Director and NCC cadets. The programme started with the Swagatham song. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest, Sri. Anjani Kumar said that the students who are the future of the country have tremendous potential and an ocean of energy that should be channeled in the right direction. He advised the students that their deeds should make Chief Guest’s Address Champion Dance their family, neighbourhood, school and country proud. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi welcomed the gathering and spoke about the school’s academic and sports achievements. She further added that the motto of the institution is not only to excel in academics but also to provide a platform for the students to rise to their potential in all the fronts of life with a holistic development. The Secretary of Jubilee Hills Education Society and Chairman of Jubilee Hills Public School Sri. A. Murali Prize Winners Mukund in his speech said that it was because of the relentless efforts of the management, parents and teachers that the school has reached the pinnacle of glory. The Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi addressed the gathering and emphasized that efforts make a man perfect. She added that intelligence, capabilities and efforts are the essence of a true student in an institution. She also spoke about the various awards being given to the students.

English skit Panchatantra Returns The awards like the School Topper awards (AISSE & AISSCE), Subject topper awards, were given away by the Chief Guest Sri. Anjani Kumar, IPS to the outstanding students to acknowledge their achievements. The President, Sri. K. Krishnadev Rao gave the Best All-rounder award, Best Girl, Best Boy and Scholarship and Special Talent awards. The Chairman, Sri. A. Murali Mukund gave the School General Proficiency awards. Prizes were also given to the teachers who had 100% attendance during the academic Sensu-The Japanese Fan Dance year. The cultural programmes enthralled the audience. The melodious music, dances and skits mesmerized the audience. The function was attended by the managing committee members, parents, alumni, people from press and media and other dignitaries. Everybody appreciated the performance of the role of Hanuman by M. Sandesh of Class VII in the Telugu skit Yayati Charitra. Nikitha.G & Nishita Pattnayak , Class IX Swagatham Dance Yayati Charitra

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 23 campus news ‘YOUTH FOR SEVA’ Community Development Programme - A Service for Fellow Beings Students at Goplapuram village “Be the change you want to see in the world’

elping others is a quality that should be inculcated in the children of today. A community development programme Students at Goplapuram village H gives way to such thoughts and makes the lives of the deprived happier and healthier. Keeping this in mind, 65 students from classes 8,9 & 10 along with two teachers visited Zilla Parishad High School, Goplapuram village, Shankarpally Mandal on 9th December, 2015 to inculcate the value of serving the needy, through community development programme. This program ha been initiated by the School Management as part of Social Responsibility. Students entertaining the Ziilla Parishad students The JHPS students were welcomed warmly by the Zilla Parishad High school authorities and the children. The programme started with the welcome speech by the Head Master of the school, Mr. D . Anjaiah followed by the cultural programmes presented enthusiastically by students of both the schools. Then the Gram Panchayat Sarpanch Smt. Konte Yadamma, Upa Sarpanch, Mr. Tonde Ravi, Mandal Educational Officer, Syed Akbar, Village Education Committee Chairman, Mr. Cheera Guttaya, extended their warm welcome to the students and the teachers of Student interviewing the villagers our school. In addition to the cultural event by the JHPS students, there was a Speech on Community development in Telugu. Students of our school interviewed the students of the Zilla Parishad High School, the Sarpanch, the villagers and the farmers about Agricultural Practices and Social issues. The interactive session helped our students identify various problems faced by them. After the interaction, the students distributed the school kits to the students of classes 1-7 who were elated to receive it. A souvenir to remember Students of JHPS, through this visit were able to understand the problems faced by the villagers and also promised to serve the needy. This programme was also supported by the media. Reporters from TV 5 covered this programme to encourage the youth in organising many such programmes in future. We also thank our Parent, Mr. Konda Srikanth who coordinated for the programme. A souvenir to remember M. Harshini , Class X

24 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 campus news Alumni Meet – RETRACE

he Annual Alumni meet ‘RETRACE’ was celebrated on 26th December, 2015. Students of various batches participated in the event and T Managing Committee members with Alumni took a trip down the memory lane. The day’s programme had a lot of exciting events lined up to elevate the nostalgia. Cricket, tennis, football and basketball matches were organized for the members of the Alumni Association. The programme started with a welcome speech by the President of the Alumni Association, Mr. V. Seshagiri. He extended his heartfelt thanks to the Managing Committee Members for extending unconditional support and co- Managing Committee members with Alumni operation in organizing the event. He stated that the Association should meet once in three months. The Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi congratulated the alumni and appreciated the work done by them Ms. G. Durga, Secondary Headmistress and Ms. N. Lakshmi Sudha coordinated the Alumni Meet. JHPS Alumni Association organized many cultural programmes which made the alumni go down memory lane. They really had a great time with their friends. Dancing and Enjoying Opportunities for the Future - Career counselling

iving young people the tools and knowledge to realistically plan for their future is the primary goal of education. G Keeping this in mind, a career fair was organized for the Students interacting with the delegates students of classes X to XII on 8th February, 2016 by the KIC Univ Assist to help the students choose an appropriate career path. Sarah Macleans, a student of Class XI welcomed the delegates of the various universities from the United States. Delegates from the Indiana University, Bloomington, Ohio University, University of California, Riverside, etc. briefed the students about their respective universities and many possible careers in today’s world. They spoke about the various factors that are required to enroll into the college. The variety of courses helped expose the students to information they had never known before. Students with the Delegates Later, the delegates assembled stalls and interacted with the students and attended to their personal doubts. They told them about the various eligibility requirements and application procedures. Mr. Rohit Kandhari from KIC Univ Assist engaged with the students and collected forms previously given to the students regarding their choice of subjects in college to help keep them updated on the further opportunities in the fields. Aparjita Acharya, a student of grade XI thanked the teachers and the delegates for their guidance and opportunity to learn The Delegate - Indiana University about career paths. The students left the fair more knowledgeable than ever and with a renewed passion for the future. C. Anirvinya & Sonal Singh, Class X MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 25 campus news Field Trips A field trip or excursion is a journey by a group of students to a place away from their normal environment. It is a highly beneficial trip where it helps them to learn by inquiring about information that interests them. The students develop “Technical Competency” by observing, collecting, interpreting, recording and evaluating geographic information from primary sources through field work.

Field Trip to NIRD (National Institute of Rural

Development) Student at NIRD

n Educational field trip to National cultivation and apiculture technology. the biogas plant and its functioning, Institute of Rural Development solar energy centre, water harvesting was planned by Jubilee Hills It was a very constructive and A technologies, vermicompost, bio Public School for the students of Class knowledgeable trip. The students pesticides and home based products. IV on 6th January, 2016 in order to give witnessed eco friendly and them a practical knowledge about biodegradable products like, the Students really enjoyed watching handmade eco-friendly products, different types of houses made of low the different processes and they took small scale industries and make them cost materials, bricks, dome house, stilt down extensive notes of each to share understand the concept of renewable house, recycling paper machine and the knowledge with their friends. It sources of energy. This trip was meant natural dyeing - cotton. was truly a learning experience for the to bring awareness about mushroom Students and teachers learnt about students.

A Spectrum of knowledge

n Educational field trip to Birla Planetarium was organized by the school for students of A Class VI on 25th August, 2015 in order to give them a practical experience of the things belonging to the Golden Era. The Science based mechanical projects enhanced their knowledge and piqued their curiosity. Models of the dinosaur made with the fossils of dinosaurs had them awestruck. The students also gained a lot of practical knowledge about the solar system, number system and the Milky Way and constellation. Overall it was an enriching Students at Birla Planetarium experience for the students who gained in-depth knowledge about the wonders of Science. R. Akhila, Class VI

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A bewildering array of clocks Relics and greets the visitors in the clock room. There is an ancient sundial in the Antiques form of an obelisk. Other clocks range from a miniature clock which he students of class VII visited needs a magnifying glass to imbibe ‘The Salar Jung Museum ‘on 5th its beauty and complexity to a stately T December, 2015. It is the third grandfather clock from as far away as France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland largest museum in the country and Students witnessing Indian Artifacts is home to many antique and ancient and Britain. artifacts from many epochs of history. The Nizam’s personal belongings, It was an enchanting experience The children explored the 37 while another housed Indian artefacts; for the students as they came to know galleries, spread across two floors. The others displayed a plethora of items about the antiques from the ages ground floor had 20 galleries while the ranging from paintings and musical through hands on experience to learn first floor had 18 galleries. The exhibits instruments to Kashmiri furniture and the fascinating subject of history. were catalogued and displayed handicrafts as well as a multitude of Arya Bharath, Class VII accordingly. One gallery displayed other valued historical relics.

interesting topics which are; Earthquake Deep into the hazard assessment and Groundwater management studies. Centre of the The first presentation was done by Ms. Shila Saha who gave simple yet Earth informative facts on earthquakes and how they lead to a terrifying tsunami. he school organized an Educational The presentation also focussed on the Field trip for the students of Class various modern methods used to detect Students watching PPT on Tsunamis T VIII on 3rd December, 2015 to the the seismic activity under the earth as to the current water scenario in the city. National Geophysical Research Institute well as under the ocean. At the end of both the presentations, (NGRI). Around 200 students were The next presentation was done by the students were given an opportunity accompanied by 5 teachers for this Mr. N. C. Mondal, who educated the to ask questions and clarify their doubts. enthralling educational field trip. students on facts about ground water The trip commenced with a and its depletion in the recent years. His It was an enriching and educational PowerPoint presentation by two explanation on the facts about ground field trip for the children. scientist, who presented on two very water led the students to easily relate it Gowri Tewari, Class VIII

The journey commenced video, we were given a presentation NGRI at 8:30 a.m in the morning. We on Tsunamis by Ms. Saha, one of the were welcomed by the esteemed well known scientists of this institute Field Trip- geophysicsts of the institute. We were on Tsunamis. After Ms. Saha, Mr. N.C escorted to a hall where we were Mondal gave a presentation about Exploring the shown a video about NGRI. We were the water table. These presentations totally blown away by the pinnacle truly broadened the thinking of the heights of that NGRI had reached with the full students. We even had the privilege support of the Government of India. of seeing the working of an actual excellence It was amazing to know that NGRI’s seismograph. work had spread to all fields including It was an unforgettable experience he students of classes IX and X water conservation, micro-biology for the students who gained a lot of visited the National Geophysical and of course, geophysics. After the information which would help them Research Institute (NGRI) on 17th T make their mark on society some day December, 2015. The scenic beauty around in the future. the institute truly enthralled the students. Interactive session Ainesh Sanyal, Class IX

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 27 campus news Christmas

hristmas an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ is observed on C December 25th, as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. Christmas was celebrated in our school premises on 24th December, 2015. A special assembly was conducted in which students spoke about the festival. The students from various classes sang Christmas carols. A play depicting the birth of Jesus Christ was also enacted. Students singing Christmas Carols Students dressed as Santa Claus gave sweets to everyone present. The Academic Director, Ms. G. Sree Devi spoke about the significance of Christmas. She said that Christmas was about spreading love and about caring and sharing. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi wished the students a Merry Christmas and spoke about the importance of being generous. The spirit of Christmas pervaded the air and everyone participated in the celebrations with great joy and enthusiasm. A. Sravani, Class IX Students singing Christmas Carols A Skit- Birth of Jesus Christ

Sankranti - Festival of Kites and Rangoli

ubilee Hills Public School celebrated the wonderful festival of Sankranti on 8th January, 2016. Makar J Sankranti also known as Pongal in South India is known by different names in different parts of the country. It is a festival celebrated with great enthusiasm Group Dance in all parts of India. The Chairman of Jubilee Hills Public School Sri A. Murali Mukund in his speech said that Makar Sankranti is one of the important festivals as it is the harvest festival. He extended his warm Sankranti wishes to all. The programme began with the recitation of slokas by Primary School students. The significance of the four days, Bhogi, Makara Sankranthi, Kanuma, and Mukkanuma was explained by class 7 students. Various cultural programmes depicted the significance of Sankranti, Gobbiyallu, Basavanna, Haridasu etc. Muthyala Muggullo, a magnificent dance by Pre-Primary students left the audience spell bound. Kite flying by students was the main attraction of the celebration in Strings of Happiness Group Dance which all took part enthusiastically.

28 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 campus news Republic Day Celebrations - A Patriotic Ardour

Bharatakhandame Na Desam Dance Mana Desam – Dance Chief Guest’s Address

ubilee Hills Public School The programme started with the India. A variety of cultural programmes celebrated the 67th Republic Day patriotic song ‘Mana Desam’ performed including patriotic songs, dances and J with great enthusiasm and zeal. by the students of classes V-VIII, that the tableau on Rivers- The Pride of The Chief Guest, Sri. K. Krishnadev truly made us realize the importance India. Events were also organized. Rao, President, Jubilee Hills Education and grandeur of our country. The teachers and students who Society, the Chairman, Sri A. Murali The Chief Guest, Sri K. Krishnadev excelled in their performances in Mukund, the distinguished Managing Rao in his speech wished everyone on the Annual day were awarded with a Committee members, the Principal, Ms. the occasion and said that we should cash prize by the Chief Guest, Sri.K. M. Varalakshmi, the Academic Director, follow the rules of the land in order to Krishnadev Rao, President, Jubilee Hills Ms. G. Sree Devi, parents, staff and become better citizens. He asked the Education Society. The award for the students graced the occasion. students to step up when times are Best Skit was given to “Yayati Charita” The Chief Guest, Sri K. Krishnadev tough. He stressed on the fact that one in Telugu, the teacher incharge was Rao, President, Jubilee Hills Education should never be discouraged and hoped Mr. Pradeep. The Best Dance award Society unfurled the National Flag. that the future would be wonderful. He was given to Sensu, The Fan Dance, the The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi told them about the various aspects teacher incharge was Ms. Roopa. The welcomed the gathering and wished and attitudes of the world. One of the award for the Best Performer- Boy was everyone on the occasion. In her speech, aspects being technology. When it’s in given to M. Sandesh of Class VII for the she said that a Nation’s culture resides good hands, it’s a good thing but in Role of Hanuman in the Telugu Skit. in its people. She said that we as citizens wrong hands, it’s no less than a weapon. The award for the Best Performer- should strive to develop our country. He eloquently spoke about the climatic Girl was given to Lisa Khuntia of Class IX She concluded by saying,”Stand United, changes, population, education, for the Role of Crocodile in Hindi Skit- be rededicated to the Nation and work consumption and pollution which has Panchatantra Returns. drastically affected our world. for the Nation.” She also announced The Chief Guest, Sri K. Krishnadev that the Digital Learning magazine has A dance by the students of classes VII Rao gave away the prizes to the declared Jubilee Hills Public School as and VIII mesmerized the audience and winners. the No. 1 school in Hyderabad. reinforced the beauty and diversity of Gauri Tewari, Class VIII

Members of the Managing Committee1 Prize winners of Annual Day Krishna House – Best House

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 29 campus news Tribute to Sri Thyagaraja

ich tribute was paid to Saint Thyagaraja, one of the greatest composers of carnatic music as Jubilee R Hills Public School celebrated the ‘Thyagaraja Aradhanotsavam’ on 30th January, 2016. Devotion and dedication was in full view as parents, teachers and students paid their tributes to the saint who attained heavenly abode on Pushya Bahula Panchami day in 1847. The programme started with the ritual of Thyagaraja Students singing Kirtanas procession followed by ‘Sri Ganesha Keerthana’ by the students and the music teachers. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi and the Academic Director Ms. G. Sree Devi lit the lamp to invoke Lord’s blessings. Thyagaraja Kirtanalu ‘Manasa Sancharare’, ‘Seethamma Mayamma, ‘Gata Moha Sritha Pala’ on veena, and ‘Samaja Varagamana’, were rendered by both the students as well as the teachers. The programme concluded with ‘Jaya Mangalam’ to Sri Thyagaraja. The Principal thanked the Music Department, students and teachers for continuing the legacy by presenting such a wonderful programme. Gauri Tewari, Class VIII Devotional Ceremony

Vigilance Awareness Week

n commemoration of Sardar Vallabhai Patel’s birthday, a Vigilance Awareness Week was observed in the school. Essay Writing Competition I Various competitions like Essay writing, Poster Making and Elocution for the different grade levels were organized in the school premises during the month of October by Reserve Bank of India. The school organized CBSE drive towards preventive vigilance as a tool of Good Governance which was explained in the School Assembly. Charts with slogans were put up all around the school to bring awareness amongst the students which helped them to think and reflect on the evils in society. Students were given an opportunity to suggest ways to put an Vigilance Awareness Week end to the corruption prevailing in the various sectors.

th Sreya Chandrika of Class XII (Commerce) won On 30 October, 2015 a Valedictory function was held National recognition for her Essay Preventive at the Reserve Bank of India office in Hyderabad. Aparajita Vigilance as a Tool For Good Governance Acharya - XI, Mohd. Wael and K. Shreya Chandrika– XII conducted by Reserve Bank of India in October were awarded a cash prize of Rs. 2500/- for First Prize, Rs. 2015. Her essay will be published in the 2000/- for Second Prize and Rs. 1500/- for Third Prize for Newsletter of Central Vigilance Commission. Essay Writing competition. K. Sreya Chandrika’s essay was This competition was organized as a part of selected for publication in the Newsletter of CVC . the events of Vigilance Awareness Week. Shivani Srivastava & Aishwarya.J, Class XII

30 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 campus news

Mass Pledge Campaign A Clean and Green India

ubilee Hills Public School conducted a Mass Pledge Campaign as a part of ‘A National Student J Engagement Initiative for Swachh Bharat Mission’ on 29th January, 2016 as per the CBSE directive. The CBSE has joined hands with the Ministry of Urban Students taking oath Development to make all the students active stakeholders in making India clean. A ‘Swachhata Ambassador Committee’ of students and teachers was set up, to oversee and monitor the The Principal of Jubilee Hills Public School, Ms. M. cleanliness and hygiene in the institution. Varalakshmi administered the pledge on ‘Swachhata’ to the students during the Morning school assembly.

Baby’s Night Out

‘Baby’s Night Out’ for the children of classes I and II was organized on January 30th and 31st, A2016 in the school premises. Every year this exciting and adventurous camping experience binds the children with a feeling of sharing, caring and being friendly with their peers. Magic Show Horse Ride The tiny tots had packed all their basic things for a night out with their friends and came to school. They were warmly welcomed by the Head Mistress Ms. Sonia Nagpal and their teachers. The evening started with a magic show and medley and followed by a variety of rides such as ‘Giant wheel’, ‘Merry- go- round’ and ‘Pony’ rides. Children enjoyed the “Pot Making” activity the utmost as it was a hands on experience for the tiny tots. Lot of fun games were organized to entertain the little ones. Group Dance Camp Fire The students were served snacks in the evening. Later, they joined the evening’s most awaited event ‘Campfire’ where they danced and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. After dinner, they watched a movie and chatted with their friends. Then the children listened to stories and a lullaby and went to bed along with their teachers. The next morning, the children woke up listening to the ‘Suprabatham’ followed by jogging, meditation, and yoga. They were then served breakfast and given surprise gifts. The parents thanked the School Merry Go Round Play Gym Managing Committee for organizing the event.

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 31 campus news

A Blend of drum and guitar

Mr. JHPS and Ms. JHPS of Class X

students and wished them good luck Adieu – Class for the future. The Academic Director, Ms. G .Sree X & XII Devi in her speech asked the students to remember what the school has taught Fun Time The Awakening - “Every them and cherish them for the rest of ending has a new their life. She said that importance Beginning” begins with ‘I’ and so students should ‘The Awakening’ a precursor to the focus on themselves. Farewell of Class X students of JHPS A variety of cultural programmes (batch 2015–16) was organized on 19th were organized for the outgoing February, 2016 by Zamaan and Anvitha students by the juniors. The outgoing of class X. It was a well deserved break students expressed their deep love for the students from the stressful life and gratitude towards their beloved to a trip down memory lane. They teachers. They also shared the were shown their class photos from memorable moments spent with their Qawwali Kindergarten to Class X. Students had classmates. a fun time identifying their friends The highlight of the function was and themselves. There were also some the crowning of Ms. JHPS which was nostalgic moments where the students bagged by D.C Kamala and Mr. JHPS by enjoyed the mixture of sad and happy A. Arkesh of class X and Ruchitha. G and memories. Mohd. Wael of class XII. The outgoing batches were given mementoes as a Sayonara – “ It’s time to say token of love. farewell” Areeba Alvi, class IX Jubilee Hills Public School bid a fond farewell to the students of the outgoing Walking down the Memory Lane batch of Class X and XII on 20th February, 2016. The programme commenced with a song invoking God’s blessings. The farewell party was celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm and joy. It was an occasion for the outgoing students to recall and cherish the time they had spent in the school. The Principal, Ms. M. Varalakshmi thanked the students for their contribution in making the school one of the best CBSE schools in India. She bid an emotional farewell to the Mr. JHPS and Ms. JHPS of Class XII

32 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 campus news Splashes of Joy

he teachers visited Palm Exotica, a beautiful resort near Chevella T on 27th February, 2016. The visit acted as a stress buster that helped the teachers relax after the hectic schedule of the session. They were welcomed with a refreshing drink. Despite heat, the teachers enjoyed the rides, swimming and the rain dance organized for them. The soothing music played transcended the teachers to a world of relaxation. This was followed by a grand lunch which was savoured by all. The day came to an end with hot beverages served with snacks. The teachers returned home with their mind refreshed and rejuvenated. The teachers expressed their gratitude towards the management for their gracious gestures in organizing such a wonderful outing. It was a day well spent and cherished by the JHPS team.

Dramatics – An art of acting

e here at JHPS have collaborated with The Helen O’Grady Drama Academy this academic year to teach the art of acting for the W students of classes IV and V. This programme aims to give the children the greatest gift possible “The ability to fully believe in themselves and their future in our world.” Students learning the art of acting Ms. Sarala Kumar, Dramatics Teacher

Enrichment programmes for Teachers(2015-2016)

Date Topics Undertaken Conducted / Coordinated by Participants Department 19.11.15 Hindi Activity Based Learning Saraswati publication Anuradha Jain and Mohitosh sinha Hindi 12.12.15 Bhashik ikaian Laxmi publication Anuradha Jain and Vinod Kumari Ponia Hindi 3.12.2015 English Language Teaching Oxford University Press Ms. G. Vasavi Ms. Sharmila.P. Murari English 18/11/15 & 19/11/15 Capacity Building Programme CBSE Ms.M. Varalakshmi Ms.P. Deepa Mathematics 20/11/15 & 21/11/15 Capacity Building Programme CBSE Ms.Lavanya Navuri Ms.Lakshmi Sudha Science, Maths 11/12/15 Art of Teaching Effectiveness in History for Middle School Bharati Bhawan Publishers Ms.Archana Ms.Mandira Senapathi Social Science

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 33 campus news Teachers’ WORKSHOPS CBSE Master Trainer Training Workshop

CBSE Training workshop to train Master Trainers for English Core Class XII was held at Pune on 29th and 30th AOctober, 2015. The Academic Director, Ms.G. Sree Devi attended the workshop. The trainers for the workshop were Ms. Ruchi Sengar and Ms. Rajani. The workshop identified Prospective Resource Persons to be used by CBSE. The workshop dealt with all the aspects of teaching English Core in Class XII. The Reading Skills, the Writing skills as well as the Literature and Novel were dealt extensively. All extrapolative aspects as well as attempting the questions with the Board Examination perspective were discussed. It was a very enriching experience to learn not only from the Resource Persons but also from peers of other schools.

can be used to reduce the difficulty level of the subject. Capacity Building To enable the students to improve in Mathematics, the previous knowledge of the student should be built upon Programme and developed. Constructivist approach which is collaborative in two day workshop “Capacity building programme”, nature is an activity based learning which differs from the for class X - Mathematics teachers was conducted traditional approach. It ensures that the learner has gained A by CBSE Centre of Excellence, Pune at Lexicon conceptual understanding which leads to construction of International School on 18th and 19th November, 2015 by knowledge. the resource persons Ms.Ishitha Mukherjee and Ms.Lakshmi As teachers, we need to build diverse classes since we Gandhi under the guidance of Mr.Manu Lal.G, Advisor cater to diverse group of learners. Hence it is an obligation (Training) to prepare a lesson plan incorporating strategies for The two day workshop was attended by the Principal, diverse learners which will enhance students’ ability to Ms.M.Varalakshmi and Ms.P.Deepa of Mathematics think and apply their knowledge.Gender Sensitisation, Department. Evaluation topics were also discussed. The main objective of the programme was to simplify After attending this knowledgeable training the the teaching and learning of Mathematics for both teachers Principal, Ms.M.Varalakshmi and P. Deepa of Mathematics and students. Blooms Taxonomy is an effective tool which Department, conducted a two day workshop in Obul Reddy High School for 100 Maths teachers from A.P. and Telangana.

Dr. Manulal, Advisor (Training) CBSE - COE, Pune

34 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 campus Teachers’ news WORKSHOPS Workshop on Gender Sensitization The objective of the workshop was to clarify the meaning of gender, foster gender awareness and gender sensitivity in our day-to-day life and unravel the interplay of gender relations and gender issues in classroom spaces. The workshop emphasized on the Principal addressing the teachers importance of gender equality and how men and women enjoy the same rights and opportunities across all Teachers can promote gender sectors of society, including economic equity and challenge stereotypes by participation and decision-making, and giving examples to students for Eg:‘ A that the different behaviours, aspirations female soldier’ or ‘A male nurse.’ The Math department’s skit on Gender Sensitization and needs of men and women are students should also be made aware equally valued and favoured. about the contribution of the females workshop on Gender The workshop successfully enriched the in the development of the society and Sensitization was conducted on teachers leading to the realization of the how the two genders can co-exist. th A 29 January, 2016 for the teachers need to bring about a quantum change in The workshop concluded with ‘Role by the Principal, Ms. M.Varalakshmi in the mindset which sees man as the bread Play’ on Gender Sensitization by the Auditorium. winner and woman as the home maker. teachers of various departments.

Workshop on Play Therapy

workshop on ‘Play Therapy’ was conducted by Special A Educators, Ms. Soghra Fathima and Ms. P. Rani for Pre Primary and Primary teachers on 2nd and 3rd March, 2016. The aim of this workshop was to introduce play therapy techniques with the teachers, which can be used at classroom level. The childhood Psychology states that playful teaching is a child’s basic need. Maslow, the famous child psychologist propagates Maslow’s Theory of Needs, stressing the fact Play Therapy Techniques that ‘play’ is the key factor to meet the general and special needs of the students. Group activities, energizers, play therapy techniques were demonstrated. The teachers were very excited throughout the programme as it continued to surprise them with various techniques. Teachers felt that these techniques can be implemented in the classroom as they help children focus and be attentive in the classroom. It was an interactive session and emphasized on cognitive and aesthetic development.

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 35 campus news Teachers’ WORKSHOPS Student Centric – Strategic Teachers Empowerment Programme I – Team of JHPS ( Intensive Teacher Enrichment Annual The topic for the final round of the ANNUAL TEACHERS POWER POINT PRESENTATION was “How to promote learning Matrix) in the 21st century classroom” which was held in the month of January, 2016, where the selected teachers presented a paper on a topic selected by them on various methodology. he aim of student centric STEP is to empower teachers This paper presentation took place in the midst of a panel of and enable a better teaching-learning system in the judges. The judges and the audience posed many thought T school and make sure that the teachers receive good provoking questions to the presenters, which were answered training to hone their skills and techniques. with proficiency and in depth knowledge. The motto behind the Power Point Presentation Overall, it was an enriching and knowledgeable experience Competition for teachers instituted last year, is to ensure that for all the teachers. every teacher gets an opportunity to showcase their individual creativity and present it with confidence. The process of the competition is well thought out and planned. The objective was to motivate each teacher and co-relate the subjects with the help of interdisciplinary ideas. Teacher The teachers were given the liberty to choose a topic and present it in the faculty meetings. The selected participants presenting were given an opportunity to give the same presentation in their PPTs the auditorium from 7th September to 15th September, 2015. Some of the topics were; Seasons, Indian Culture, Reading and Thinking, People - the Valuable Resource, Net Neutrality, etc. The in-depth research by the teachers widened their knowledge beyond their subjects.

This level paved the way for the interdisciplinary Teachers with the panel members presentations by the selected teachers.The second round of Power Point Presentations started in the month of November for the winners of Round I. The theme for Round II was the multi-disciplinary approach to each topic based on different subjects. The topics allotted were; Should Internet and It’s Content be controlled, Developed and Developing Countries, How to Be the Teacher of Tomorrow, Values and Present Education.

36 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 campus STUDENTs’ news WORKSHOPS Finance Intermediaries Association of India ( FIAI) workshop

workshop on financial literacy, was conducted by “Arthik Gyan” was conducted on 5th October, 2015 A for students of classes VIII to X. The workshop aimed to help the students for their future studies on finance. Mr. Madhukar, a representative of Karvy Learning centre, Mr. Madhukar addressing the students conducted the introductory session where he spoke about financial goals, budgeting and advantages of a bank. A Powerpoint Presentation was shown by Mr. Nikhil, in which he elaborated on the advantages of insurance, benefits of investments with some examples. Additional information on financial planning and precautions on banking transactions were also given. The workshop enhanced the financial knowledge of the students. The workshop concluded with a question and answer session followed by a test on Financial Education in India. It was truly an eye-opening session on finance and investments for the students. Interactive session Amartya. Y & Sai Samhitha. K, Class IX

Actuarial science - The skill of analyzing the past and modeling the future

session on Actuarial Science was conducted on 31st October, 2015 by Mr.Pankaj Kumar Tewari, Deputy Director, Insurance Regulatory Mr. Pankaj Kumar Tewari A and Development Authority of India. It was conducted to educate the students about a rare profession called Actuary. The session was about career opportunities available for an actuary- a person skilled in determining the effects of future contingent events or finance. An actuary can work as a consultant either individually or in partnership. He educated the students about the two top most actuarial science institutions in the US & UK. He also added that one can become an actuary at any time starting from Higher Secondary to Masters and even when you are employed somewhere else. He said that you just need to have impeccable knowledge in Mathematics and Statistics. The session concluded with Mr.Tiwari saying that a person becomes a good actuary when he achieves perfection in Math, excels in computer skills and takes pleasure in solving complicated problems and must also be self motivated. Interactive Session Chaitna Koganti, Class X

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 37 campus news STUDENTs’ WORKSHOPS

Finance Literacy Test –Achieving the

Unthinkable

National Finance Literacy Test was organized by the National Center for Financial Education (NCFE) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in our school Premises for classes VIII to X. About 57 students had participated in A the competition. These students underwent training classes which were conducted after school hours. The final exam was conducted on 28th November, 2015. The test was conducted at Nexwave Learning Pvt. Limited. It was an online exam where the students had to answer 75 questions within two hours. Chandra kiran Reddy Avula of class VIII won the merit certificate for securing 180th ranking all over India. There were a total of 500 merit places. It was an Educative Training where students learnt about money management, banking and insurance. Chandra Kiran, Class VIII

Student Interactive session

n interactive session with the students of grade XI & XII was conducted on 20th January, 2016 by A Ms. Sraavani Pere, the delegate of the United States – India Educational Foundation (USIEF) under the Education USA Programme. She simplified the entire admission process, funding and other things related to education in the USA. She gave us an idea about the process to obtain education in the USA. Her speech was very inspiring Dr. Srikanth Vemula addresing the students and motivated many students to consider the idea of studying abroad. She summed up the entire process which was beneficial to the students in one hour. Beating Exam Stress Alapati Mahita, Class XII xams are pretty much always stressful. But it’s completely possible to manage some of the stress E that’s brought on by exams if you use different strategies. Keeping this in mind, a workshop was conducted for the students of classes IX and X by Dr. Srikanth Vemula, a leading Neurologist,on 15th February, 2016. The workshop was on Exams and some useful memory tips. He said that getting enough sleep, eating good and nutritious diet and doing regular exercise are some of the best means through which students can achieve good results. Dr. Srikanth Vemula emphasized on the fact that student’s need to develop new skills in order to balance academic demands with a healthy lifestyle. It was an informative as well as an interactive session where the students were given an opportunity to clear all their misgivings and misconceptions. M.Vishnu Priya, Class X

38 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 campus STUDENTs’ news WORKSHOPS

students from various schools were motivated to showcase their city’s culture through short films. The Film fest was hosted at Jubilee Hills Public School, Hyderabad on 16th February, 2016 to showcase the short films made by the students of various schools. Ms Purnima and Ms Anuradha Reddy, Co-Convenor, Telangana Chapter, Convenor Hyderabad Chapter, organized the programme. The Chief Guest for the day was Mr. Pranav Pingle Reddy, JHPS Winners a young film maker. Nine schools from Hyderabad participated in the festival. The best films made by the students were screened on the Intach Filmit Festival occasion. These enlightened them about their city’s culture.

ILM-IT is a multi- cultural project that aims at nurturing Mr. Pranav Pingle Reddy, the Chief Guest gave some cultural understanding, care and concern amongst valuable tips on the art of film making. Followed by this was the F school children through exciting experience of making prize distribution where our school won awards in the following and sharing films. It helps the students to understand the categories- Best Film with the Message-‘Protect Rivers and world in which they live and the contributions made by Lakes.’ and the Best Story Line- ‘Deepavali Celebrations’. different cultures and communities. B. Vishnu Vardhan and K M Srikar, Class IX It is an exciting project initiated by INTACH (Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage) under which

NCC

NATIONAL CADET CORPS TROOP NUMBER 26

The Annual Training Camp – XIV De-Kitting Camp took place at Bison Training Ground - Secunderabad from 31st January, 2016 to 9th February, 2016.About 50 cadets took part in ATC- XIV camp for 10 Days. During the training they were taught how to handle small arms, map reading, field and battle craft and drill.

During this camp our cadets won many prizes. • Five girl Cadets and 5 boy Cadets were selected for Inter Troop /Inter Unit Firing Competition in Thal Sanik Camp. The practices will be given in the month of May, 2016 at AP and T Directorate. • Cadet V.Prerana,Cadet Meghna Saha and S. Nishanth of Class VIII are selected along with 10 other cadets as a part of Best Cadet, Squad Drill and cultural events.

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 39 Achievements Galore in Performing Arts 2015 – 2016

ARTS OLYMPIADS AND PROJECTS  S. Geethika of Class IV secured First prize , J.Jahnavi of class IV secured second Prize , Sri Manya of  E. Aarith Reddy of class III, Kavish Nare of class class IV secured Third prize in solo dance, and M. IV, Maanit Choudhury of class V, Daksh Mohan of Kethana of Class IV secured consolation prize in Class VI, Shashwat Mukherjee of class VII, T.Rahul classical solo dance, G. Bhavya of class IV secured Reddy of class VIII, Sri Sindhu Gunturi of class IX Third prize in classical solo dance and P.Manaswini secured Rank 1 and received Gold Medal and a of class IV secured First prize, a certificate and participation certificate. a memento for dance competition conducted by Hare Krishna Movement, Hyderabad on 9th August, P.Yashna Reddy of Class III, Poojendra.P of Class IV, 2015. K.Sai Madhuri of Class V, Ayush Bharadi of class VI, Karthik Vishwanath Ganti of class VII, Satashmi  S. Geethika of Class IV secured Gold Medal and Panda of class IX secured class rank 2, and received an appreciation certificate, Poonam Pai of Class Silver Medal and a participation certificate. Sugasani VI secured Silver Medal and an appreciation Manushri of class III, Aaditya Tripathi of class IV, Certificate, Ananya Banerjee of class VII secured Prisha Kamal Yadav of Class V, Aryan Bharendi of Bronze medal and an appreciation certificate in class VI, ; Meghna Saha of class VII, ; R.S.Ritvik of Folk Dance conducted by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavans, class VIII, B. Desika of class VII secured class rank 3 Atmakuri, Hyderabad on 22nd September, 2015. and received a Bronze Medal and a participation certificate in Silver zone G.K.Olympiad conducted  G. Srinidhi of class VII Secured First prize, a Gold on 18th November, 2014. Medal and a Certificate, Ananya Banerjee of Class VII Secured 1st Runners Up prize, a Silver Medal  Siddanth Mathur of XII secured Rank 1, S.Venkata and a Certificate, M. Mahati of Class VII secured Ramanan of XI secured Rank 2, Viraj Bhatnagar of Second Runners Up prize, a Bronze Medal and a XII secured Rank 2, Mahitha Alapati of XI secured Certificate in Art - Splash Competition conducted Rank 3, Arkadeep Mukhopadhyay of XI secured by Axis Bank, Jubilee Hills on 20th November, 2015. Rank 3 in KeNoesis Mind 2015 conducted by ICFAI Law School on 30th October, 2015 in G.K/Current  Naveena Chowdary of Class X secured First prize Affairs. and a certificate and A.P.S.Dhanya of Class VIII secured consolation prize and a certificate in  P.Bharath Charan and Prasanna Kalyan of Class Art competition conducted by Rotary Club of X secured High score in preliminary round and a Hyderabad on 22nd November, 2015. certificate, C. Ajitesh Kumar, K.Hitesh of X qualified for the finals in the regional round in Science &  R.Akhila and V.Srija of Class VI secured First Technology Quiz conducted by Texas Instruments and Second prize and also received certificates; 7th November, 2015. K.Dhruvi of Class IV secured Third Prize and a certificate in Painting competition conducted by  E.Abhishek and Surya Vivek . P of Class VIII secured A1 Graphic Media in the month of August, 2015 Second prize, Certificate and a Cash Award of for Beautification of walls. 1000/- each in the Science Project conducted by Euro School, Hitech City on 21st November, 2015.  Anushka Garg of Class V participated in the CBSE Expression Series on Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya. The topic was Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.:A multi-faceted personality, won a Gift Voucher of Rs. 2500/and a Certificate.

40 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 SPORTS section

Sports Achievements in a Nutshell

Students from our school leave no stone unturned while preparing for any competition. Hence, they are successful in bringing laurels to the School. We congratulate these students and pray that they can reach greater heights.

CRICKET  HDSGF Cricket District selection was held at Hyderabad Public School Begumpet on 31st Oct,2015.G.Samanvith of Class VIII & S.Suhas Reddy of class IX were Selected for the State Level.

Chess  Ranga Reddy Chess Association conducted Chess Championship from 31st Oct,2015 to 1st Nov,2015 at Indian Airlines Colony, Begumpet. M.Rohan Chowdary of class VI participated and was selected for National Amateur Chess tournament which will be held at Delhi.  G. Sri Chandana of class VIII bagged First Place in the 5th Inter School Chess tournament organized by Hyderabad Chess Academy held at Victoria Play Ground, Chaderghat on 8th Nov,2015.  M.Sai Rohan Chowdary of Class VI participated in 2nd TGCA(Telangana Chess Association)Open Chess Tournament held at Smart Kidz Play School, Yousufguda and secured First Place in the under 14 category.  G. Sri Chandana of Class VIII participated in Chess selection organized by ADHOC Committee Telangana State Chess Association and secured 5.5 out of 6 points and stood first.

SWIMMING  Meghana Saha of class VIII won Bronze Medal in the CBSE Swimming Nationals organized by Karan Public school, Meerut from 16th to 20th Dec, 2015. She also won a Bronze Medal in 50 mt. back stroke in the South Zone Swimming Championship held at Trivandrum from 22nd to 24th Jan, 2016.

GYMNASTICS  K. Sai Harini of class V was selected for the Women’s State Meet which was held at Saroor Nagar Stadium in the month of January, 2016.  K. Sai Harini Rao of class V was selected for sub-junior Artistic Gymnastics Nationals which will be held at Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh from 28th to 30th March, 2016.

MARCH - 2016 HILLSIDE NEWS 41 spots section

SKATING  Lakshmi Sahasra of Class V received 2 Gold Medals and 1 Silver Medal in Telangana Inter District Roller Skating championship held at Indira park from 24th to 25th December, 2015 and was also selected for Nationals which was held at Pune fom 15th January, 2016.

TENNIS  M.Vineetha of Class VIII , M. Akshitha Goud of Class IX, Dhriti Kapoor of Class VIII and Ashritha.D of Class VII won Silver Medal in Team event in CBSE Lawn Tennis Nationals organized by Jain International School at Nagpur from 26th to 30th Nov, 2015.  M.Vineetha of Class VIII won Silver Medal in Singles in CBSE Lawn Tennis Nationals Organized by Jain International School at Nagpur from 26th to 30th Nov, 2015.  Malishka of Class IV won 2 Gold Medals in Tennis Tournament organized by GVK Tennis Academy from 19th to 20th Dec, 2015 in the under 10 & under 12 age category.

ATHLETICS  Army Public School conducted Athletics Meet for under 12,14,16 & 18 (Boys & Girls) on 19th December,2015, at Makhan Singh Sports Complex. V. Vijay Varma of Class X secured Gold Medal in 800 mtrs. K. Gowtham Vignesh of class VII secured Bronze Medal in 200 mtrs, N. Deepak of Class, IX secured Second place in Long Jump, P. Spoorthy Reddy of Class IX won Third place in Long Jump, D.Kamala of class X secured Gold Medal in Long Jump, G.Hardhika Reddy of class IX secured Gold Medals in Long Jump and 400 mtrs.  G.Hardhika Reddy of Class IX won THIRD place in Long Jump in Rangareddy District Athletics Association for under 16 (Boys & Girls) on 16th August, 2015 at Gachibowli.  HDSGF conducted Athletic meet from 1st to 3rd Sep, 2015. G. Hardhika Reddy of Class IX bagged a Silver Medal in 400 mts, Bronze in 800 mts, N. Deepak of Class IX bagged Third place in Long Jump.

VOLLEY BALL  V. Vineetha Swaraj of Class XII participated in Volley Ball Nationals Team DG NCC, New Delhi from 25th Nov to 4th December, 2015.

42 HILLSIDE NEWS MARCH - 2016 KALEIDOSCOPE OF EVENTS THE HINDU AND THE TIMES OF INDIA ISO Certifired JUBILEE HILLS PUBLIC SCHOOL 9001:2008 ADMISSIONS OPEN for CBSE XI & XII for Commerce Stream

JHPS has been into schooling for 30 years and knows what learning is all about... It is not just a school with the best of infrastructure and best teachers, but also an institution which makes sure that every child who enters its domain discovers the joy of learning. It helps to build an image within, with greater strength and confidence and the belief of a winner. JHPS inspires every child to achieve his/her aspirations.

CBSE XI & XII COMMERCE STREAM FACILITIES

With the right blend of academics w Smart boards in every class room. and activities, CBSE is a practical w English lab for communication skills. curriculum that is recognised all over w Spacious playground with sports such as Tennis, the world. It is the most comprehensive Basket ball, Cricket etc. and guiding curriculum for students w Career counselling and guest lectures are organised. interested in appearing for common w Audio Visual Studio for reinforcement of learning. All India Entrance examinations such as CPT & CLAT.

ELIGIBILITY

Students completing class X in March 2016 from all boards should visit the school with report cards of classes IX and X and 3 passport size photographs. Note : Admissions are purely based on merit & interaction. Classes will begin from 4th April 2016.

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