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Equipping teachers to fight learning disorders
Panchkula, May 19 Dedicating to the noble cause she is regarded as a pioneer in the specialised field of imparting special education to abnormal children. Lalitha Ramanujam later studied the subject at the University of Minnesota, Hornsby International Centre, London, UK, before qualifying to be a certified trainer for Kanhas University and for instrument enrichment programme in Israel. The Chennai-based special educator is conducting a workshop on ‘Optimizing Development in Education (ODE) for disabled children at the Bhavan Vidyalaya, Panchkula, under the aegis of ODE managed by the Joy Lall Memorial Educational Society. Another special educator Bharti Kapur disclosed that the workshop deals with the four instruments like organisation of dots, space orientation, drawing a
comparison and analytical perceptions. Parents, educators and teachers from top schools are participating in the five-day special ‘Educational workshop’ which concludes on May 22. The programme ultimately helps the students to think clearly and precisely, motivate themselves to improve their vocabulary and academic skills, adds Sunita Mehta, a coordinator. Complimenting the devotion of participants and teachers from Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali who had learnt the skills of imparting education to the children fighting learning ability, Ms Shashi Banerjee, Principal of Bhavan Vidyalya said these persons will be rendering yeoman service to the community.
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Teachers submit memo to Governor
Chandigarh, May 19 Mr Gurcharan Singh Chahal, president of the union, said that teachers and other employees led by Mr M.L. Chopra, Mr Mohan Lal and other leaders marched to the Matka Chowk from a local bus stand. They were stopped by the police at the Matka Chowk. Mr Chahal said that teachers also held a rally in front of the office of DPI( Schools) here in protest against the indifferent attitude of the state government towards the demands of the union.
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Computer lab inaugurated
Chandigarh, May 19 The computers have been installed by the Department of Education and the school will impart computer education to the students. The students from Class I onwards will be acquainted with the computers and the students of higher classes will be given the practical as well as theoretical education in computers. Mr D.S. Mangat, Director Public Instructions, Dr. Gulzar Singh, District Education Officer and Mr. R.S. Goraya, Deputy District Education Officer and heads of other schools were also present on this occasion.
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Niharika first in St Xavier’s
Mohali, May 19 Ms Georgina Roy said Gagandeep Kaur Mavi got the second position by securing 89.3 per cent marks. She said that in her institution stress was laid in getting good results by working hard with average students and helping them to come on a par with more intelligent ones.
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BBA results declared
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Children’s community theatre fest from today
Centre for Education and Voluntary Action (CEVA) has long been striving to do something exciting with theatre. For sometime now, volunteers associated with the organisation have used theatre as an exciting tool for school children, who have attended five community children’s theatre workshops which CEVA organised in five schools over the past year.
With the workshops achieving the desired objectives of educating children while entertainment them, it is now time for CEVA to share with the people the outcome of its efforts. Beginning tomorrow, Fragrance Garden in Sector 36 will be the centre of CEVA’s sixth children’s community theatre festival which will feature five plays over a period of three days. The festival marks the culmination of CEVA’s year long project “Strengthening Culture and Values in Education.” Besides showcasing the plays that have resulted from workshops in schools, CEVA plans to use the space of Fragrance Garden for something more purposeful. It will reserve a corner for the Friends of Children’s tribe which features volunteers from all sections. The idea is to stimulate the mind and soul alike, by creating fun activities for children. As Harleen Kohli, volunteer with CEVA tells, “The festival is designed to be a participatory space for the community. It is an opportunity for the parents and teachers to take part in the same function as children. Many free activities are being arranged to offer a unique experience to everyone who comes.” About the Friends of Children corner, Harleen said, “This is a space where volunteers — artists, parents, people from different professions, get together and volunteer to spend time with children without any charges. We put up free workshops to give children a creative experience.” There are several creative fields to choose from - drawing, clay modelling, collage making, mask making, theatre, origami, games, puzzles and educational learning experiences. Other features include poster exhibitions, counselling for parents, educational games, teaching aids, and materials. And all this, free of cost! The festival will be held daily, beginning from tomorrow. The plays to be staged tomorrow are “Zor ka jhatka dheere se” and “Jadu Mantar Kala Tantar”. These will be presented by the students of SGHSSS, Sector 38 and YTTS (Youth Technical Training Society), respectively.
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Carrying forward tradition of classical music
Aditya Sharma looks like any other college-going boy of his age – trendy clothes and even a trendier goatee to match the attitude of “Gen Me”. But as one strikes a conversation with him, one gets a glimpse of his conservative nature which is firmly rooted to classical music.
Initiated into the world of music by his grandfather, Pt Ravi Chandra Dutt, and groomed by his father, Arvind Sharma, who teaches Hindustani vocal at Panjab University, Aditya is already picking up the threads of Gwalior Gharana. Besides sharing stages with renowned musicians like Ajay Pohankar and L.K. Pandit, he has also performed at the Harballabh Sangeet Sammelan in the junior category a couple of times. Another feather was added to his cap when he was featured in the All-India Radio’s “Ubharte Kalakar”, a programme for the budding artistes. “I was only 14-year old when I took part in Harballabh Sangeet Sammelan for the first time in 1999,” says Aditya, during a tête-à-tête with Chandigarh Tribune. “I play football and have represented Chandigarh at the national level. I devote time to both music and sports but academics still remain to be my main focus,” says Aditya, who is doing B.Com from DAV College, Sector 10. However, he manages three hours regularly to practice music under his father. While education is something to fall back upon, given a chance Aditya would like to carry forward his family tradition; but in his own way. “Classical music is not saleable. It still lacks the mass appeal and is considered to be the music for a particular class or particular age group. I will like to popularise it among my age group.” Does he have a plan for that? “I want to get into light music that includes ghazal and light classical, something a youngster can relate to,” he says, adding, “it is only when I am established in my field, I can propagate the Gwalior Gharana.” He already has an alley in his mission. The Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, which was established by his grandfather in Panchkula, is trying to popularise classical music in this region. ”As there not too many qualified music teachers here, I hope to change the scene once I reach that particular stage,” he adds. And who does he blame for this ever decreasing popularity of classical music? “Media is particularly responsible for this,” he says. “All electronic channels are promoting music which revolves around visual appeal and totally lacks in the melody department. How many classical programme have you seen in the television,” he questions back. Feeling unqualified to give him an answer, we wish him luck to achieve his dreams that include making of a fusion album to start with, which he says will be based on pure classical music of the East and the West.
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‘Naina’ to ‘Nazar’, a date with paranormal
Thrillers have been a favourite with some producers because they are considered safe bets. So get ready for two supernatural thrillers: ‘Naina’ and ‘Nazar’ this week at your nearest theatres.
Dream Productions ‘Naina’ is slated for release today at Batra, Chandigarh. After the success of ‘Bhoot’, spirits are ‘in’ and that could explain the sprouting of ‘Naina’. This horror thriller is directed by deputant Shripal Morakhia and has been shot extensively in the UK. The film stars Urmila Matondkar in the title role along with Anuj Sawhney and Shweta Konnur. After ‘Bhoot’ and ‘Ek Hasina Thi’, Urmila Matondkar, who scared and stunned the audiences in both films is all set to surprise the audience with her strong convincing performance. This one is a quest of a young woman trying to find the answers to supernatural mysteries. ‘‘Naina’’ is a songless thriller. ‘‘Kaal’’ fame music composers duo Salim-Sulaiman has rendered the background score. Amardeep Jha, Sulbha Arya and Kamini Khanna also play important roles. Meera’s debut Mahesh Bhatt and Sevy Ali presents Mukesh Bhatt’s ‘Nazar’. Pakistani heroine Meera makes her debut in Bollywood in this movie. She was in headlines in India and across the border. ‘Nazar’ opens today at Kiran, Chandigarh. ‘Nazar’, also marks the debut of Soni Razdan as a director. The buzz is that she has come up with a perfect thriller. Ashmit Patel (Amisha Patel’s brother), Koel Puri, Neena Gupta and Avtar Gill also star in this film. Saeed Qadri and Shakeel Azmi has penned the lyrics. Mahesh Bhatt presents the most scintillaing music of the year of Anu Malik. —
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Screening of ‘Jo Bole...’ stopped
The management of Nirman cinema, in Sector 32 today decided to stop the screening of controversial film “Jo Bole So Nihal” starring Sunny Deol from tomorrow. However, officials in the Chandigarh Administration said no order to ban the film has been issued in Chandigarh.
The management of Nirman cinema said the screening of the film has been stopped and the cinema will screen “Page 3” from tomorrow. Sources in the local film trade said the Jalandhar-based Ginni Arts, the distributor of the film had withdrawn the movie from various cinema halls in the state. Chandigarh falls under the territory of the Jalandhar distributor. Mr Inderjit Chaddha, a newphew of liquor baron Ponty Chaddha, runs Ginni Arts. The Sikh community had protested against the title of the film and also a few scenes that they claimed were not in good taste. A team of the SGPC had first cleared the movie, however, subsequently a review was done.
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