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Bringing life to canvas

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On 8th November, Study Hall Educational Foundation’s Center for Learning (CFL) inaugurated their 3-day Arts and Crafts Exhibition. A total of 47 craft items and 30 paintings made by students on the theme ‘Srijan- creativity of life’ were showcased on the first day of the exhibition. The event was inaugurated by Mrs. Madhavi Kukreja, founder of Sanatkada along with the principal of CFL Ms Pratima Srivastava.

Madhvi Kukreja praised the children for their hard work and said, “I thoroughly enjoyed the exhibition, it’s such an amazing display of creativity and young talent.”

The exhibition aims to promote and celebrate young talents and motivate them to enhance their imaginations.The principal Ms Pratima Srivastava said, “We encourage and help our children to explore their creativity and this exhibition celebrates the talented young artists and craftsmen in our school.”
The children prepared the art and craft works under the supervision of the art and crafts teachers Anamika, Roshni and Manisha. The parents were also invited to the exhibition.

Make education, not marriage your goal

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Study Hall Educational Foundation organized a panel discussion on the occasion of International Day of The Girl Child. The topic of this discussion was ‘Shadi Ek Matr Lakshya Nahi hai ladki ke jeevan ka’. Children of Prerna Girls School, Prerna Boys School and the alumni of Prerna Girls school were among the panelist.

Sapna Bharti a student of Prerna Girls School asked the parents, “To think about the dreams they had when they were kids, and what have they accomplished in their lives?” Majority of the parents of Prerna girls’, specially the mothers were married at an early age. 

Dr Urvashi Sahni addressed the parents and said, “We as parents need to realize that marriage is not the goal of girl’s life and we need stop seeing our girls as burden. They have every right to make decisions about their lives just like our boys. So, let them choose.”  

Moni Kannuajia, an alumna of Prerna said, “Marriage is not security. The society needs to change its notion of security. Many married women are raped, killed and are victims of domestic violence.”

Preeti Verma, an alumna of Prerna Girls School says, “As a married woman I want to tell you that marriage can be a part of your life but not the goal of your life. Being educated, independent and making your dreams come true should be the goal of your life.”

Tarun, a student of class 10th, Prerna Boys School said, “Girls have all the right to live their lives as they want, and we as men need to support them, encourage them. We need to stop this gender discrimination and make our homes and streets safe for our girls, then only our nation will succeed.”

The students of Prerna performed a play on the theme of the panel discussion. The core of this discussion was to make parents aware that marriage is not the goal of a girl’s life and that marriage cannot give security to their daughters. What will give them security is getting educated, knowing their rights and being independent.

Students of Prerna were also felicitated at the event. Aditi a student of Prerna will be competing in the nationals in the taekwondo championship, and 4 of Prerna girls have are on the national team which will represent India in Sweden next year.

Center for Learning convocation ceremony

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Study Hall Educational Foundation (SHEF) felicitated the children of Center For Learning (CFL) for successful completion of their NIOS Board Examinations. CFL is an initiative of SHEF started in 2013 to educate children with multiple intelligence. It doesn’t adhere to the traditional education system, providing children with diverse learning needs through a flexible access to quality education.

Engage, Blend and Inspire: An interactive session among the students to understand Democratic Values

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The Game of Democracy took place in the beautiful campus of Vidyasthali in Malihabad, surrounded by the lush green mango orchard. Children from different units of SHEF came together for the occasion. Coming from the diverse family backgrounds and ages, the children played together and performed for a better India. Together, they prepared 14 different performances including theatre, drawing, poetry, singing… even rap and nukkad natak and were staged with the creativity, strength, hope and sanity that only free and safe children can demonstrate.

Sahil shines at 3rd India International Down Syndrome conference in Chandigarh

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Sahil attended the 3rd India International Down Syndrome conference 2019 in ‘The Lalit’, Chandigarh. He invited the speaker of Keynote address, Dr Bhavani Sriram from Singapore on stage, chaired her session and felicitated her at the end.
He was one of the 4 self-advocates on stage in self advocacy session chaired by the President of Down Syndrome federation of India (DSFI). He spoke about himself and delivered his presentation on self-advocacy which was appreciated and applauded by one and all.

‘Festival of Democracy’ at Study Hall School

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Study Hall School celebrates Festival of ‘Democratic Citizenship Education. Over 17 Schools from the city participated in various competitive and non-competitive events.

Dr Urvashi Sahni says, “Education is a very powerful tool for social transformation. We don’t just educate our children for academic excellence; we educate them to become active democratic citizens.”

The main aim of this event was to raise awareness among the students and teachers regarding their constitutional rights and about the importance of democratic ideals, values, rights and responsibilities. Panel discussion was held on the topic – lessons of equality are as important as lessons of math and science. The students from different school voiced their opinions, the discussion concluded with – “that lessons of equality are as important as lessons of math and science but will only be effective if they are followed practically.” The event was followed by dance competition, debate, film-making, poetry writing, art competition,creative writing, soft board decoration and photography.

The overall winner of the ‘Festival of Democracy’ were La Martiniere Girls school and the first runners up were Prerna Girls School.

 

A Shopping experience for the children at DOSTI

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A well orchestrated Shopping activity was recently organised at DOSTI to inculcate the Concept of Money and enhance the communication skills of the children. Children from DOSTI went to purchase their desired items from Jeevan Plaza complex. They took part in the activity with full enthusiasm. Had a really good time and felt independent.
More such activities are being lined-up for the future to make the children feel more independent and deal with the daily course of life with utmost courage and motivation.

Fruit and Vegetable Market Expedition

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One afternoon of August, children of Secondary B group of DOSTI were taken to a nearby Fruit and Vegetable market. The whole idea behind this activity was to make the children aware of the importance of nutrients that they get from the food they consume like fruits, vegetables, cereals etc. During the expedition the teachers imparted a great deal of knowledge to the children that various parts of different plants or fruits and vegetables are edible. The children were also acquainted with various spices and their usage in the daily preparation of food. The whole expedition acted as a practical experience of what the students studied in their classroom.
 

Convocation ceremony held at Prerna Girls School

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Prerna Girls School and Prerna Boys School organized their convocation ceremony on the 11th of August 2019. The chief guest of the occasion was Mukesh Kumar Singh, DIOS, Madhyamik Shiksha, Uttar Pradesh. The students who successfully completed their class 10th and 12th board exams were felicitated.

The Principal Rakhee Panjwani addressed the parents and thanked them for their support and congratulated the girls and boys for their achievements. Prerna girls and boys who completed their class 10th were awarded Rs.1000/- through Kanika Trust. The students performed the song “Saare Jahan Se acha” mesmerizing the audience.

Prerna girls who successfully completed their class 12th and have enrolled for graduation program were awarded with Late Sundari Devi Kapoor Memorial Scholarship of Rs.5000 and Prerna alumnae who have successfully completed their graduation and have enrolled for master’s program were awarded with Late Rajendra Mohini Satyapal Malhotra Memorial scholarship of Rs 20000.

The chief Guest Muskesh Kumar Singh said, “I have been invited to a lot of schools before, but there is none like Prerna. Just like the name Prerna, the school truly inspires.” He addressed the parents and urged them to be supportive to their children and to let them do what they dream.

The CEO of Study Hall Educational Foundation, DR Urvashi Sahni congratulated the students and the parents and said, “At Prerna, we don’t just focus on the academic excellence. Education doesn’t mean good grades, education should empower children to live their life on their own terms. And that’s the kind of education we offer here at SHEF.”

The students shared their experiences with the audience. Seema, a class 12 pass out said, “I feel proud to be a part of Prerna. This school has taught me how to face the world.” She also thanked her teachers and parents. Meena, a Prerna alumna, who completed her LLB from Lucknow University and has enrolled for Masters in the same shared her experience, “Teachers at Prerna are so supportive and loving. The education they gave me, empowered me and here I am a lawyer standing in front of you.”

Inter House Swimming Competition

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In the invigorating aura of the swimming pool over the hubbub of buzzing participants and the gentle sound of soft splashes in youthful water began the Inter-House Swimming Competition on 29th July’2019. A multitude of events in several categories, senior(10th-12th),junior(8th-9th) and sub junior(6th-7th),were held for both boys and girls:

400m freestyle stroke
200m freestyle stroke
100m freestyle stroke
50m backstroke
50m butterfly stroke
4x50m medley relay

The star sportsmen and women of the event who were faster in water than some of us are on land were glittering with gold  :

Viraj Singh(Jacaranda)-5
Prakhar Mehrotra (Jacaranda )- 4
Aadvik Chauhan (Fireflame)- 6
Radhika Shukla (Jacaranda)- 6
Pranav Awasthi(Fireflame)- 3

The day ended with sighs of relief and exhaustion as some left with their chins up and some with eyes filled with hope for a better tomorrow.

DAY 2

The expeditious swimmers once again geared up to splash in the pool! The cool water looked quite inviting on the sunny day of the competition.

The events that were held are :-

Freestyle ( 400m, 200m, 100m, 50m )
Butterfly stroke ( 100m, 50m )
Breast stroke  ( 100m, 50m )
Individual Medley  ( 200m )
Back stroke ( 50m )
Relay ( 4 X 50m )

All the events were open for the Junior, Sub-junior and senior group of participants. Let us now glance at the swift and smooth participants who achieved the glittering gold medals, not 1 or 2 but surprisingly several, clanking against each other around their necks!!!

Vanshika Mishra- 9 ( Cypress )
Priyamvada Manya- 8 ( Silveroak)
Kapil Yadav- 6 ( Jacaranda )
Bhavya Singh- 4 ( Jacaranda)
Pawni Uprari-4 ( Jacaranda)
Shubh Garg-3 ( Cypress )

The achievers certainly deserve a pat on the back !!!

The House Championship results are as follows:

In 4th place with 80 points is Silver Oak House.

In 3rd place with 120 points is Fire Flame House.

The Runner-up with 271 Points is Cypress House.

The Winner with 318 points is Jacaranda House.

The Relay Championship:

The Winner with 38 pointsis JacarandaHouse.

The Runner-up with 30 points is Cypress House.