Field trip to MAHAA TV

Getting a look behind-the-scenes of a live television newscast is something TV watchers rarely get to see. The talent and hard work that goes into bringing a live 30 minute broadcast to life twice a day is more than it appears.  From the director, producer, and cameraperson, to the on-air talent and the technical crew in the control booth, this team makes it look seamless and perfect when the on-air talent begins to deliver the news each day.

Students of Grades 4 and 5 of Orchids - The International School went on a tour to Mahaa TV Station on 31/8/2012. At the station, the students learned the history of Mahaa TV Channel.  The students toured the station and got to see the ‘control room’, which is where newscasts and other production is ‘switched’, as well as the ‘master control’, which is the heart and soul of any television station. They learned a lot during the day and got to meet some outstanding individuals. It was a very interesting ‘behind-the-scenes’ tour. Overall, the students enjoyed visiting a professional television station.

 Also, we must extend a very special thanks to Ms.Lavanya, TV anchor who organized the activity for the day.

Telugu Language Day (29/8/12)

As a moment of pride, the Telugu students of Orchids – The International School, showed their identity in the morning assembly. The students started off their presentation by performing a small skit. The audience were then greeted with a dance performed by the girls of Class V. This was followed by a rhyme in Telugu that was recited by the students of Class I. A few jokes were shared by some students of Class IX.

The programmes was anchored by Sri Brahmi of Class IX and ended with a speech by Sanjana of Class X who spoke of the origin, development and the need for preserving the Telugu language that has been called the ‘Italian of the East’.

Everyone enjoyed the assembly which had the right amount of humour. Many felt that it was one of the best assemblies of the year.

Umasree. A & Yatisha Rajanala,

Class IX  

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT – I

Time Table

Revision Planner

Star of the week 17 - Preksha Bhandari (Well Balanced)

Guest Lecture (24/8/12)

Orchids –The International School had a Guest lecture for classes I to V on 24th August 2012. The topic for the day was ‘Being Focused’. The guest was Mrs.Asiya Begum.

Mrs.Asiya Begum was born in Maharashtra. She studied in Pune, at Dastur School, completed her higher education in USA, Chicago. She obtained General Education Diploma from Good Council University, Chicago.

 Mrs.Asiya began her session stating that ‘Focus’ literally means Concentration and Concentration is nothing but to pay attention to a particular thing. Concentration can be in any field of sports, education, entertainment etc. She pointed out saying that a student has to focus mainly on studies to achieve his /her goals. Goals can be big like those to become an IPS officer or a doctor and small goals may be just to do a given task meticulously . Whatever the goal be one has to work hard continuously to achieve it. To achieve the assigned goals one has to follow step –wise approach; only then it leads to fulfilment of the desired goals which in turn leads to a happy life.

Mrs.Asiya made use of PowerPoint presentation to make the idea clear among the students. The session really helped the students to ‘be focused’ on desired things and not to be distracted by unwanted things from the environment. Overall the session was a healthy one and went off smoothly.

Star of the week 16 (Srihita Tumma)

Office Bearers of Junior Wing (2012-13)

Position	Class IV
Class Monitor	Tanay Reddy
TeachNext Incharge	Amisha singh
Transport Incharge	Srihita Tumma
Mess Incharge	Satvik Gupta
Club Activity Incharge	Akshit Reddy

Independence Day (15/8/12)

‘Orchids’ was in fervour of celebration, commemorating India’s Independence. National festivals reinforce feelings of patriotism and remind us of the need to work harder for the country’s progress.

The festivity began with flag hoisting by the Chief Guest, Mr. Partha Saradhi, Finance Manager, K12 Techno Services, accompanied by the Principal of Orchids, Mrs. Mona Mehdi. The Salute and the National Anthem were followed by the speeches of Orchidians in English, Hindi and Telugu. Patriotic songs were sung with the school choir taking the lead.

The Chief Guest in his address stated that the mighty achievements of our great leaders must always be remembered. We understand through their success that hard work definitely paves way to success and happiness.

The Principal in her address stressed that we can feel the real joy of independence only when we free ourselves of evil influences, in the form of thoughts, words or deeds. The need of the hour is to retain our identity and culture.

The day’s programme concluded with distribution of sweets.

Star of the week: 15 (Khadija Khan)

Investiture Ceremony (8/8/12)

Orchids-The International School organized the Investiture Ceremony, for the academic year 2012-2013, on August 8 with great enthusiasm.

The ceremony began with the address of the Principal of Orchids, Mrs. Mona Mehdi. She spoke in detail of the encouragement given to students to exercise their right to vote in a judicious manner and the democratic elections conducted in the school. The school song sung by the school choir once again reiterated that Orchidians ‘learn to lead through every deed’. The motto of the school, ‘Learning to lead’ aptly applies to the new leaders ready to shoulder their responsibilities.

The Chief Guest of the day, Mr. K. Srinadh Reddy, Inspector of Police, Madhapur conferred appointments on the students and administered oath. The Appointments are at both School and House levels in both senior and junior sections. Archana Dinesh of class X marched gracefully to be appointed Head Girl-a big responsibility and a coveted position. Ankit Malhotra of the same class was appointed Head Boy. K. Sumasri of class X took the appointment of Discipline Incharge and Arpangmen Imsong (Justin) of class IX was appointed Sports Captain. The proud parents watched their kids march confidently to receive the emblems of leadership.

The Chief Guest, in his inspiring speech of guidance, addressed the Office Bearers to perform their tasks and responsibilities with utmost sincerity and diligence and motivated the students to develop qualities of leadership. He stressed on the importance of honesty, integrity and loyalty as vital qualities for positions of dignity.  The prefects of today are future leaders and hence, very important to the nation. However, everybody has a spark of leadership within and it has only to be kindled to get into the limelight.

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Badges and sashes, symbols of appointments added dignity to the Council members reminding them of their responsibilities. With these responsibilities placed on their firm shoulders, the newly appointed office-bearers silently vowed to act as role models for the rest of the school to emulate.

The ceremony concluded with the National Anthem.

Overall, this day gave a feeling of accomplishment to the entire school and everyone was happy to have witnessed the first formal occasion and a major event of the academic year.

Star of the week 14 (Swetha Epuri)

                                                   Caring

VAN MAHOTSAV (4/8/12)

We all know that if there is nature there is future and life is nurtured if nature is nurtured. It is also known that planting of more trees is one of the best ways of preventing earth from global warming. But do we really take the needed care to preserve forests and reduce pollution by planting more trees?
Van Mahotsav, the annual tree-planting festival in India, is meant to make us conscious of our responsibility towards preserving nature. Orchids celebrated the festival in various ways. All the display boards depicted the need to sow seeds and let them grow into trees to serve us. Vegetation that safeguards creation on the earth became the cynosure of the period. There was a brief programme of songs, slogans and skits in which all the classes presented the urgent need to preserve greenery for the welfare of life on our planet.
Later each class planted a sapling of Bougainvillea in the school and it was a pleasure to watch their activity. The Principal of Orchids, Ms. Mona Mehdi and all the teachers were actively involved in celebrating the festival of a significant message. All the students were of the eagerness to ‘Go Green’.

Rakhee Making Competition (3/8/2012)

India is known for its rich varied culture and heritage. Festivals which form a part of our culture beautify our lives. They bond us together, rejuvenate us and bring us close to our culture. Every festival comes with its own meaning. These celebrations across the religions teach us to become secular beings and above all global citizens. We learn to respect each other and learn to be humane.

We at Orchids - The International School conducted rakhee making competition on 3/8/2012 for classes I-V. Students were excited and thrilled to put in their best of creativity to make the most colourful rakhees. The outcome was a pleasant surprise! The effort and interest shown by the children was truly appreaciable.

The following are the prize winners:

1. Kartikeya .K

2. Geetanjali .S

3. Srihita Tumma

 

LEARNING LOG FOR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2012

                  Month’s Focus : Being focused

SUBJECT	SYLLABUS	FIELD TRIP/PROJECT WORK/ SPECIAL ACTIVITY
English	Course book – Lesson 2 – I want to stay awake Lesson 4 – Stunts and monkeys Workbook – Lesson 6 – A brave son Literature-   Lesson 2 – Presents for mother Poem     _ Tigers for ever	Picture composition Write about your favourite cartoon character.
Mathematics	Chapter 4 – Divisions Chapter 5 – Factors and multiple	Activity on division using beads Factor game
Social Studies	L-4The western desert L-17Means of communication L-21 Our rich heritage	Collage on different means of communication Make a greeting card
Science	L-2Teeth and microbes L-4The right clothes to wear	Poster on care of teeth Collect pieces of different kinds of fibre
II  Language	Hindi: L-6  kaali chidiya L-7  yatra mangal ki L-8  dharti ka swarg L-9  makkhi  ki seekh	Nariyal ke chilke se ghonsla banvaaya jaayega
	French:   L-4  devinez L-5  dans la classe L-5 dans la classe La revision SA-I	Making sentences asking and talking in French Speaking sentences with adjectif
	Telugu : L-6  yadagirinrusimha kshetramu L-7  Kappa L-8  Mosagadu L-18 Vemananeethulu- 2 poems
Creative writing skills/ Eng. Language enhancement skills	Short note on the fastest means of communication.
Computer Science	L-5 using special effect            L-6  understanding MS word (introducing MS word)	Drawing and painting Birthday greeting using special features
Art & Craft	Drawing and painting on Independence Day, Raksha Bandhan, Ramzan, Ganesh festival
General Knowledge	Pg. 23-30
Music	True Colours Saare jahan se achha
Games	Basket ball-ball control and dribbling Basket ball-monkey in the middle Physical fitness-strength and flexibility Physical fitness-aerobic and anaerobic Football-circle football

Events & Celebrations:

Vanmahotsav                                                                                04.08.12

Hiroshima day (Assembly Presentation)                                   06.08.12

Investiture Ceremony                                                                  08.08.12

Quit India Day (Assembly Presentation)                                   09.08.12

 Independence Day                                                                   15.08.12

Eid Celebration                                                                         17.08.12

Guest Lecture (I-V)                                                                        24.08.12

National Sports Day (Assembly Presentation)                         29.08.12

Field Trip (Nursery-V)                                                                     31.08.12

Teachers’  Day +Mother Theresa’s Day     (Assembly Presentation)       05.09.12

 World Tourism Day (Assembly Presentation)                              27.09.12

Competition:   Rakhee Making    -   03.08.12 

                

List of holidays   :                                               

Raksha Bandhan                 2.08.12                                

Krishnaashtami                   10.08.12                                     

Second Saturday                 11.08.12 

Saturday                               18.08.12

Ramzan                                20.08.12

Vinayaka Chavithi               19.09.12

Ganesh Immersion             29.09.12

Others: 

 06.08.12 - 14.08.12         Unit test –I                                                                                                                      

10.09.12  -   14.09.12        Revision Week

15.09.12  - 26.09.12          Summative Assessment -I                                                                          

28.09.12 -  4.10.12             Educational Tour