The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

EDUCATION

Students display science models
From Our Correspondent

LUDHIANA, Nov 25 — An exhibition of models of science, social studies and computers was organised at Tagore Public school, Aggar Nagar, here yesterday.

In the science section, students displayed models of chemical bondings and reactions, as well as models of various systems of the human body and evolution of various insects. In the physics section, the most interesting model was that of a honey bee whose movement was controlled by magnets.

In the social studies section, students prepared models of Bhakra Nangal, Timber Trail and the solar system. A model showed the changing face of the village. Besides, there were models on the Harappan culture, village panchayat and the Great Wall of China. In the economics section, the model of working of ICICI Bank was the main attraction, in which ATM facility was especially highlighted.

In the art and culture section, crayon, water, oil, fabric and glass paintings were demonstrated. The students had made posters on adult education, drug addiction and AIDS. Besides, there were contests for rangoli and flower arrangement. There were stalls where girls were applying mehndi on the hands of visitors.

The best part of this section was the stall where the students had made various kinds of wall hangings, chandeliers, toys and cartoons out of waste material. Disposable glasses, balls, trays of eggs, wrapping sheets, balloons, aluminum foil, brown paper covers and drinking straws were used to make these objects.

In the computer section, students demonstrated various uses of computers like search on various topics from Internet, browsing through encyclopedia by playing CD and preparing slide shows on various topics. They also informed that all activities, including religious ones could be performed from the desk top. Japuji Sahib Path was played and Ganesha puja was also demonstrated. Another student displayed the use of a speaking software for operating the computer.

The results of the exhibition are : Art — Radhika (1); and Bhanuj (2). Craft — Kirti (1); and Kanu (2). Flower arrangement — Ritika Gupta (1); and Nidhi (2). Mathematics — Varinder Khanna (1); and Abhinav (2). Chemistry — Tajeshwar and Paramjit (1); Apoorva (2). Physics — Gaurav (1); and Vinod and Rajwani (2). Biology — Shweta and Gulneet (1); and Kashmir and group (2). Rangoli — Navneet and Swati (1); and Ridhi (2). Geography — Aman Bansal (1); and Amarinder (2). Economics — Saurabh (1). Computer — Paint brush (1); and Varun and Ritesh (2).

Library awaits computerisation
By Asha Ahuja

LUDHIANA, Nov 25 — Master Tara Singh College is housed in an old building, but it has more books in its library than any other college in Ludhiana. The library, located in the original building, has a big hall, subdivided into small rooms. Each room has books neatly stacked in almirahs.

According to Ms Kulwant Kaur, Assistant Librarian, they have books on all arts subjects. The college has introduced BBA, BCA and B.Com courses and has a large number of books on these subjects. The BCA students use the library for their project work. Other students visit the library in their free periods to read magazines. It gets 45 magazines and eight newspapers. There is a separate reading room for the students to consult reference books.

The library has a corridor stocked with a large number of books on religion. It also displays paintings depicting scenes from Sikh history. The collection of books comprises books on Geography, History, Music, Home Science, Physical Education and Office Management. There are a number of biographies, encyclopaedias and dictionaries.

Ms Kulwant Kaur said, ‘‘We allow the publishers to bring their books for sale in the college. This enables the students to buy books at reasonable rates. The library gets an annual grant of Rs 60,000 to Rs 1 lakh for the purchase of books.

The library is due to be shifted to the new building where the college has already been shifted. Then it will be computerised. There is a book bank which provides free text books to needy students for the entire academic year.

However, not many teachers and students seem interested in reading anything other than magazines and newspapers. Very few teachers consult reference books. Mrs Kuljit Kaur, a senior music teacher, however, said: ‘‘I am fully satisfied with the books in the library. It has the latest books on Music, and I consult these books regularly.’’

Plus 1 and plus 2 students are issued two books at a time for a fortnight whereas B.Com students can borrow there. Failure to return a book entails a fine of Re 1 per day.

200 students given prizes
From Our Correspondent

LUDHIANA, Nov 25 — More than 200 students of Smt Satyawati Oswal Vidya Mandir Senior Secondary School, Millerganj, received prizes for their performance in academics, sports and extra-curricular activities here today.

Students of Classes Nursery to XII were given prizes by Mr Sat Pal Gosain, Speaker, Vidhan Sabha. Cultural programme began with Saraswati Vandana. Students danced on Hindi song, Maine payal hai chhankai, and a Punjabi number, Dharti punj daryawan di. Himachali dance was preformed by girls of senior sections. A skit on drug addiction was presented by Class XII students. Gidha performed by senior girls was the last item of the day.

Ms Promilla Kapoor, Principal of the school, told the students to work hard to secure better results. Mr D.P. Oswal, President of the school management, and Ms Parkash Rani, Vice-Principal, were also present on the occasion.

CULTURE

25 kids participate in baby contest
From Our Correspondent

LUDHIANA, Nov 25 — A cultural programme, fete and healthy baby contest marked the annual day celebrations of Disney Land School and Alpine International School on the Raja Garden campus here today.

The celebrations commenced with Saraswati Vandana performed by tiny-tots of nursery school. This was followed by a dance item on the music of My heart will go on and on. Gidha presented by KG class students won maximum applause. Tiny-tots also presented Mulberry bush, an action song.

The students also performed dance on the Hindi numbers Dhol baje, Ali more angana and Chudi bhi zid pe aayee hai and two English numbers Co co jumbo and Baachi baachi. Kashmiri dance was performed on the latest Hindi number Bhumro, followed by dandiya by Class II students.

Besides, there were stalls of eatables and games in a two-day fete organised by the school. Several kids enjoyed elephant rides on the school grounds. More than 25 kids from various schools took part in the healthy baby contest.

Ms Rajeshwari Dhir, Director-cum-Principal of both the schools, appreciated the efforts of the kids and encouraged them to take part in cultural programmes.