The Tribune, Chandigarh, India

SCHOOL BUZZ
Kangaroo Kids enthral the audience
Smriti Kak

Innocent like a cherub

The parents, teachers and a huge audience were transported from the land of tribes in Africa to the merry singers of Kashmir thanks to the little ones.

Using songs and dance as their medium of flight, the students of Kangaroo Kids took a delighted audience on a globe-trotting excursion with them.

From Mambo No. 5 to Macarena -- a musical concert had the kids singing and dancing to the tunes that have been chart-toppers across the globe.

Danseuse Shovana Narayan was the chief guest. Speaking at the function, she remarked, "It has been a thoroughly entertaining evening and I have enjoyed every moment of it. I could not take my eyes off the stage watching the kids perform so naturally and instinctively in all their innocence, which is truly creative."

The stage and the set were immaculately designed for each continent. The Kangaroo team began with the ever-popular number, 'We are the World' and from then on, set the stage on fire with a power-packed performance.

Cricket tourney

Jubilant Organosys Ltd, a chemical company, has announced the launch of an all-Delhi Jivanjor Cricket Tournament for the Under 14.

Thirty-two teams from various schools in Delhi will play in the Jivanjor Cricket Tournament, being organised in association with Bal Bharti Public school, Pitampura.

The trophies will be awarded in three categories, one for the winner, the first runners-up and the participating teams.

Annual Day

Tagore International School, DLF, celebrated its Annual Day last week. Lt-Gen. N Chatterjee was the chief guest at the function that showcased a spectacular programme of dance and drama.

The Principal, Mrs Yasmin Contractor, read the annual report and concluded the programme with a vote of thanks.

The children from two to 10 years presented a programme that had the audience travel from the land of fairies to the realms of the cosmic world. They also presented a dance number spreading the message of peace and brotherhood.

Indo-Aussie tie-up

For those students who wish to study overseas, taking the required English language test will be much easier after the announcement of an agreement between the IDP Education Australia and Planet EDU.

IDP Education Australia is a world leader in international education and development services and the company's chief executive, Ms Lindy Hyam, is currently in the country to oversee the expansion of the delivery of the IELTS test throughout the country.

The test covers all the four skills of the language: listening, reading, writing and speaking. It also assesses the language ability of candidates, who plan to study or work where English is the main language.

Sports Day

A spectacular display

Birla Vidya Niketan celebrated its junior Sports Day, where hundreds of tiny-tots performed with elan. The underlying message conveyed through the cultural programmes was that of love and brotherhood. The children also focussed on the need for staying fit.

The programme began with the nursery rhyme 'Old McDonald' where the little ones were dressed like farm animals. Then came the visual delight, 'Children of the World' that carried an emotional crescent through its message.

The special event was the spectacular mini Olympics displayed by the students of classes one and two.

The Principal, Mrs Madhu Chandra, welcomed the chief guest, Mr Harcharanjit Singh, Secretary Staff Selection Commission. In his address Mr Singh appreciated the combined efforts of the children and the staff in organising a successful show. He also emphasised the need of sports in a child's life. An awards ceremony also took place, where the chief guest gave away the prizes.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by the junior head boy, Anshuman Bhattacharya.

Turban contest

Elfin charm

A turban-tying competition was held in the Gurdwara Rakab Ganj complex. The students from various schools participated in the tri-level competition.

The youngest to compete was Harmeet Singh, a student of class I of Guru Harkrishan Public School, Tagore Garden.

A large number of students participated in the event despite their annual examination. The winners were awarded with cash prizes, trophies, a set of books and a robe of honour.

The event was organised by Jathedar Inderpal Singh Khalsa, Chairman of the Dharma Parchar Committee.

Students honoured

The DAV Public School, Sector 14, Faridabad, recently organised a function to honour about 200 students from class seven to eleven with a 'school colour' and a 'scholar badge' for scoring more than 85 per cent in the annual examination.

Dr C. Prakash, President of DAV managing committee was the chief guest. The Principal, Dr A.V Bhalla, and the heads of various wings were also present on the occasion. The kindergarten and nursery wing of the school also celebrated the red-letter day and presented skits on various topics.

Bijendra Ahlawat

Inculcate values among kids: Lt-Governor
Tribune News Service

New Delhi, February 24
Stressing the need to imbibe “logical and scientific” temper at an early age, Delhi Lt-Governor Vijay Kapoor today advocated grooming of children from the pre-nursery stage “in the right perspective”.

Addressing the sixth annual day function of ‘Mother’s Pride’, a pre-nursery school, here, Mr Kapoor said children should not only be taught ‘academics’ but also ‘human values’ in life.

The Lt-Governor said there was a need for the children of the “affluent” classes to show compassion towards the poor and feel concerned about the sufferings in the world. He also praised the pre-nursery school for joining hands with ‘Prayas’, a voluntary organisation working for the disadvantaged children, in providing healthcare and educational benefits to deprived children.

Noted film actor Amrish Puri, who was also present on the occasion, said there was a need for the children to learn Hindi instead of focusing “too much” on English and western culture. Joint Commissioner of Police Amod Kanth said he was hopeful that the support extended by the school would help ‘Prayas’ to a large extent.

Later, about 500 four-year-old kids performed on stage with considerable enthusiasm. The programme started with the ‘Saraswati Vandana’ followed by ‘Hindustan Zindabad — spirit of patriotism’. Then, the audience, mainly comprising of parents and grandparents of the kids, tapped their feet to the musical ‘Punjabi wedding’. The two-day show ended with a fashion show.

PRINCIPAL SPEAK
There is life after the exam results

Mr J S Ghuman

It is that time of the year when lakhs of students across the country are readying themselves to take the class 10 and 12 board exams.

With hope surfing high, there is a perceptible change in the air. The turning point in the life of these students is just round the corner. To meet the challenge successfully, the students should try to allocate time to studying as much as possible.

The students should set the targets themselves and they must try their best to achieve them. They should also prioritise the subjects that need more attention. Time management is crucial during examination and helps to adequately equip oneself for the final assault.

The students' approach these days is commendable. There is hardly a need for stressing the time constraints and the virtues of a planned effort. All these efforts are carefully rolled into the strategy.

Morning and evening exercise is a must for the students to help them overcome stress. I advise students to enter the examination hall thinking that they are going to do their best. Leave the result to the examiner, you do your best.

Unnecessary stress on the students from parents as well as teachers can have an adverse effect on them. The teachers can guide the students to cope with stress by helping them identify their weak points and then work upon them.

The most important thing for a student is to realise that the exam results are not the end of life. Failure is never final unless it is the last time you have tried.

Mr J.S. Ghuman Principal, GHPS Loni Road, Shahdara, Delhi