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Hamara
School DAV Public School in Sector 8 started in 1979 with just over 200 students. The basic tenet of the institution was to integrate the best of modern western research in education with the core values of ancient cultural heritage. The school, which began as a kindergarten was gradually upgraded to the secondary level and saw its first batch of class X students pass out in 1989. A computer education programme launched soon after shifted the focus to technology-aided learning (TAL). To give a boost to teaching various subjects through software, a facet of academics slowly gaining ground in educational institutions, the school has a computer lab and a multi-media room, attempting to take the children beyond the confines of textbooks. The school has a staff of 48 teachers and over 1100 students. To inculcate the habit of reading in students, the school has got a well stocked library with a collection of 12,041 books. Besides, the library has a collection of 165 audio-visual cassettes and 100 CDs. A school news letter, introduced in 1997, provides an outlet for students’ expression and a confidence-building forum for students. Various sports facilities provided by the school are basket-ball, football, gymnastics, tennis, cricket, swimming and athletics. The school sponsors students for inter-school, inter-state, national and international competitions. The school runs a short duration day-boarding for the kindergarten and pre-primary classes under the supervision of the trained staff. The facility has been provided by the school to effect convenient commuting for students of classes KG, I and II. The day boarding entails time for play, tiffin, rest and relaxation. The school also offers scope for stimulating disciplined adventure. The enthusiasts are taken on trips to mountains, on treks and educational tours, within and outside the country. Also, to hone the skills of the students, experts from various fields impart training in music, public speaking, origami, doll-making etc. |
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‘Education not limited to passing exams’ SUPERVISION, organising, planning and monitoring keep Principal Sarita Manuja on her toes at school. Working towards raising the standards of academics in her school, she is one of the youngest principals to be appointed by the DAV managing committee. On the role of education: Education means the ability to translate learning into real life communication. It is not limited to passing examinations and reading books. Instead, the focus of education is in application of whatever is learnt. On exorbitant fee being charged by new schools: The cost of education is bound to increase with every passing year. With the school having no resources of its own, the burden of the expenses has to be passed on to the student. However, the schools have to be judicious in transferring these costs to the parents. Schools can save on expenses by being less extravagant and cutting down costs which are frivolous. The managements, too, should come to the aid of the schools. On the expanding horizons of computer education: We are gearing up to meet the demands of the school and have adopted computer education right across the curriculum rather than for theory alone. We are initiating e-tutoring in schools and converting the entire curriculum into a power point presentation and using similar tools to make learning more effective. On future plans for the school: Being the first school in the city to have got the ISO 9001:2000 certificate in recognition of ably managing our job, we are fired with greater desire to perform even better as the DAVPS family continues to grow. In an attempt to provide better services, we have started a new primary wing at a new site in Sector 39. Though we are already using technology to supplement the learning process, the advantages of technology would be tapped even further and used to the best advantage of the students. |
Poems
by students Teenage is an age, which has no cage. Teenagers do not want studies, but wants to hang out with buddies. They are very cool, and think the whole world is a foot. Boys want to look like Vivek and Shahrukh, and girls want Aishwarya or Kareena’s looks They are not stopped by the bars, and are mad about latest trends and cars. With friends they can go out, even if it is sunny, and want to spend lots of money. But teenage is an age which cannot be described in a page. — Ayoushi Goel, Class IX-B
Sadness Sadness is a prey, which takes away our all happiness, and brings loneliness. sadness takes rest; and makes its nest; where there is lonely heart we should not be sad, Excess sadness is very bad, ‘Because’ it can make us mad so! enjoy every moment of time sadness is your enemy — destroy it — Garima Sharma, Class IX B
A delicious invitation Kalyani Kukri hosts the pleasure of marriage of his son Plain dosa with sambar vada daughter of Mrs and Mr Masala Dosa At Gulab Jamun Hotel Rasmali road behind Rasugula Theatre Chandigarh With best compliments RSVP Coke Fanta, 7 Up, Sprite and Pepsi — Keshav
Happiness Happiness is a thing that comes if you want, By being fit and strong. Eating puris with alloos and custard. And humburger with mustard. Happiness is in writing a poem or a song, In jumping up and down. I get it in travelling to distant towns, By reading books and magazines. Happiness is a thing that comes if you want And if you don’t want you can grunt and grunt — Niharika Khanna, Class VII-A |
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Chandigarh, December 28 Prepared by experts, these papers would be checked by examiners who have been regular members of the CBSE paper-checking teams. The percentile score in Mathematics and Science along with individual marks would be displayed online at www.onlinecic.com on January 15, 2004, and a detailed marksheet would be sent to the candidates by post. The idea behind conducting the test was to prepare the students for taking the Boards two months before they actually sit for the exam. The Chairman of the institute, Dr A.
Chitkara, said the practice test would help students to identify their strengths and weaknesses, enabling them to perform better in the final exam. —
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Last date to deposit fee today Chandigarh, December 28 The university has fixed December 31 as the last date for the submission of examination forms along with fee. For late submission, the university will charge a fine of Rs 1,500 from each of the defaulting students. |
Don embroidered jeans on New Year Eve bash
LOOKING for something simmering to don for the New Year Eve bash? Forget all about long and short skirts, even glittering suits adorned with twinkling crystals. Wear jeans instead. Jeans… for a gala event like New Year party? Aren’t they too simple for such a grand occasion. If this is what you think, you just cannot be more divorced from reality. For you can take home denims embellished with sequins not just along the border, but all over the stuff. You can also buy ones adorned with rich zardosi — an ancient art of gold embroidery on rich fabrics that was once considered a work of beauty and a display of wealth. Hand-painted jeans are also available. “Gone are the days when sequins and zardosi could be found only on designer suits glittering under dazzling lights in impressive showrooms,” says Anju Tiberwal, manager of a designer studio. “Now things are different. You just do not have to buy suits and kurtas if you love embroidery and crystal work. Jeans garnished with same stuff are hanging in the showrooms for you to pick”. Giving details, she asserts, “Until a few years ago, there was hardly any choice as far as denims were concerned. You could either pick up blue or black jeans. Then came different colours right from brown to green to pink, along with distinct fittings. Instead of just regular and tight fits, you had low waist and boot cut trousers”. She adds, “Now some of the designers have gone a step forward. They are displaying their talent on jeans in usual, even soft colours, like baby pink, leaf green and sky blue with floral embroidery on light fabric creating a soft and tender mood.” Little wonder, you have jeans embellished with swarvoski, along with crystals, jadau jewels and sequins. This is not all. You have denims with embedded embroidery including precious stones. Then there are jeans where the designers are using their painting skills to trace butterflies with fluttering wings, even fierce lions, on denims, instead of canvas. You an pick up the stuff from almost anywhere in the city. “You may find it hard to believe, but embroidered jeans are available even in rehri markets. The finish, however, is pathetic. Rather than looking exclusive, they look cheap,” Anu reveals. “So you should go in for the ones being offered by designer outlets in the city”. They are expensive, she agrees. “You will have to pull out anywhere between Rs 1,500 and Rs 15,000 for taking home the stuff. But it is worth it. After all, New Year comes after 365 days”. |
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How to hop from one
bash to another ALL you teenyboppers, clutching leather handbags full of invites for open-air dance parties with bonfires and barbecue, here is a complete “party-hopper’s guide” to blow the trumpet at different bashes. Before you hop on and off the car madly rushing towards 2004 for enjoying one bash after the other, remember to carry the invites. So many joints just do not allow you to enter without passes or invitation cards. Also, look for a partner, if you do not have one. A majority of hosts do not welcome stags. And please do not park your car “bang opposite the venue gate”. “Make sure you are not stranded at a party you hate to attend for long just because someone else has parked his jalopy behind your car,” disc jockey Dhiraj Vishistha says. “Walking a few 100 metres to avoid parking jams will not do you any harm”. Also, do not forget to stay at a party as long as you like. You are there to celebrate, not for obligation. Another thing. Vote for crowded parties, instead of sparsely populated ones. Be sure you will enjoy more even if you do not know a substantial number of guests. Now, plan your route. It is absolutely essential. If you are having doubts, ask Rajiv Khanna. This first-year arts student has some real nice advice to offer. “In case you have more invites than you can comfortably handle, decide where to go, and where not to,” he suggests. “Then chalk out the route. You should always remember one thing. New Year’s Eve parties do not pick up momentum before 9 pm. So you have less than three hours to celebrate the occasion. As such you cannot proceed in one direction. Go to another, twirl around the dance floor, and come back to the final destination”. Agreeing with him, even manager Isha asserts, “Keep in mind the venue you wish to cut footloose before 2004 rises from the ashes of 2003,” she asserts. “Plan accordingly. Start from one direction. Reach the party you wish to enjoy the most at least half an hour before the big moment”. Further, stick to one drink. “Don’t have scotch at one party and rum at another. Blending drinks will only give you a headache, if nothing more,” says ramp model Nidhi. “Beer is safer. Better still, save drinks for the final bash. Till then, act teetotaler”. If revellers insist, pour soft drink in a sparkling cut glass, wrap a paper napkin around it and discuss Saddam’s arrest and its repercussions the world over. Everyone will believe you are high,” she recommends. “If the trick fails, nurse one drink forever and ever”. Another thing. Carry a discreet bag instead of a heavy one. “Tuck in just the bare necessities like a cellphone and some money. Also, do not forget to clean your tote of important papers,” she insists. “This way, you will not have to lug the bag around, worrying about it all the time”. |
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88 pc eyeglasses buyers go in for comfort, fitting
COMFORT, fit and durability rank high when it comes to choosing the right shades. According to a survey carried out by a private company manufacturing sunglasses, about 88 per cent of the buyers go for comfort and fitting while selecting goggles, while 59 per cent say that durability was most important to them. When asked what adds value to their eyewear choice, 52 per cent said the spring hinges (which prevent you from stretching the fit of your shades) are most important. Others said frames that were flexible and won’t break easily were what they look for. Here are some key areas to check out to make sure the eye wear you choose will be comfortable and fits well. — To ensure that the temples don’t dig into the side of your head, make sure the frames are wide enough for your face. The edge of the frames should protrude slightly beyond your face so that the temples don't touch your head as they extend back to your ears. The curve at the end of the temple should extend over the ear without pressing down upon it. — Also check the nosepiece for comfort and fit. Many glasses have adjustable nose pads with soft, silicon nose pads. For frames without adjustable nose pads, make sure the fit is secure without pinching your bridge. —When you try on the frames, move your head up and down, bend over and pick up something from the floor and see how well your glasses stay in place. With the properly adjusted nose pads and temples, your glasses should stay in place without pressing on face. Shape of eyeglasses The next thing to consider is the shape of your face and your colour. Certain shapes can accentuate your good features while hiding less-desirable features. For example, to make a round face appear thinner and longer, try angular narrow eyeglass frames to lengthen the face, a clear bridge that widens the eye and frames that are wider than they are deep, such as those with a rectangular shape. Choosing the eyeglass frame colour that best complements your hair, eyes and skin tones is also part of selecting the best frame for you. Finding a frame Heart or triangular shaped faces should stay away from frames that are wider than your temples, those with an exaggerated upward and outward sweep, or those which are top and side
heavy. All these frames emphasise a narrow chin. Select frames that have the emphasis on the lower outer corners. For round faces, always avoid perfectly round
glasses. They can make your face even more round. All these frames emphasise a narrow chin. Select frames that have the emphasis on the lower outer corners. Most frames will suit an oval shaped
face. Use the natural balance of your face shape to take advantage of a broad range of frames in proportion to your features and face size. For square faces frames that are too square or angular will exaggerate the squareness of the face further. Droopy shapes will also bring attention to the lower face, accentuating the jawline. For those who want to soften a square face, look for frames that are curved at the bottom corner and side. Five trends in men's eyeglasses
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Fashion show, fancy dress competition and other competitions marked the first anniversary of the VLCC in Sector 9 here today. Different fun games were also organised. Pop-on questions including biggest
bindi, maximum lipsticks, highest heels, matching nail paint and maximum rings had the maximum participation. Demonstration on different styles of tying a saree was also given, followed by a hair show round in which different styles were demonstrated. Other attractions, included fancy dress competition for children and microwave cooking demonstrations. Ms Shivani Bhatnagar was adjudged Miss Personality. Payal was titled as Mrs Personality, while Mr personality title went to Ms Harish Grover. Best couple award went to Harish Grover and Ms
Sarita. Best skin title went to Anuradha and best dressed lady went to
Rupali. — OC |
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It’s my life TO me life is to be lived to the hilt. Have fun, enjoy small things, spread love and look towards the brighter side of the life. To me everyday is a new beginning and I make sure that it starts of with a smile, and this is the key to success. I started my life in a small town of Punjab but from the beginning, I wanted to stand out in the crowd. And of course my hard work and the support of parents took me to the top. My father always wanted me to be a doctor but somehow I couldn’t make it. I planned to be in the field of food and nutrition but destiny had planned something else for me. After completing my graduation in home science at Chandigarh, I entered the creative field of textile designing at the NIFD. That was one of the best decisions taken by me and it helped me in forgetting all dreary days of my life. I am Manager Corporate, NIFD, since past two years, interacting with lot of people everyday from all over India. It is a great learning experience, which is adding to my confidence. I am married to my best friend. Everyday, I am learning new things in life but there is still a lot to be learn. I have a dream of having a self-designed clothes and linen store of my own and I am sure I will be able to achieve it. As told to ASP |
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