KIDZANIA TRIP

GROUP WORK WITH STUDENTS

ADEPT- A Program for Enhancing Life Skills is a specialized initiative under the Health & Wellness Programme of Blue Bells Group of Schools. The Program has been developed to enhance psychosocial competencies and interpersonal skills in all stakeholders to make informed decisions,

Health &Wellness Programme has always believed in the ideology that every child is born to blossom. When children flourish with positive values, they are more likely to listen to their conscience. They can distinguish between right wrong and learn how to be happy. It also helps them to make right choices instead of just imitating their friends or following the changing fads or being influenced by the impact of social media.

To prepare students to believe in their own ability and to take positive steps for their benefit, Team ADEPT, under the leadership of Dr Alka Saxena, Deputy Director (Health &Wellness) Blue Bells Group of schools conducted a two-day group work session with each section of grade V students in Blue Bells Model School.

Through different strategies and activities, the impact of usage of bad language, and its implication on each one was taken up during the first session. Students were asked to recall some ground rules and further discussion was taken up on why these rules were established by them and what consequences one can face when rules are not followed. The session concluded with some sharing by students on ways and methods they could follow to remember and reinforce ground rules. Each one displayed their ground rules on beautiful flowers and butterfly cut outs.

‘When we take responsibility of our words and actions, we build better relations.’ The second day session began on learning to identify the relationships around us and how to build relationships effectively. Through hands-on activities and discussions, students creatively expressed different emotions and shared their feelings to make their relationship bonds strong and special. To celebrate and define the strength of friendship, students delved deeper into their thoughts and comprehended the qualities their best friends possess which makes them so loved and respected. Students were made to introspect that by good words, thoughts, qualities, act of kindness and respect for each one can fill their invisible buckets and also at the same time, by being unkind to others and making other people feel bad one dips in other people's buckets and empties their own. To reinforce the concept, students displayed their bucket fillers and bucket dippers on the soft board as a reminder. At the end of the session, each one expressed that a simple act of kindness and goodness can contribute in making the world a better place for each one of us.

The session was indeed very lively and compressible. Students were thoroughly engaged during both the days and enjoyed every moment and what was taught. Each student was made to feel comfortable, safe, and respected during the sessions. The strategies discussed helped each one to create a positive learning space.

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME FOR MIDDLE WING AND SENIOR WING 2023-24

‘To get through the life’s journey we need to take one step at a time, but we must keep on stepping to explore and experience the beautiful unique phases of life.’

Education is a shared commitment between dedicated teachers, enthused students and devoted parents. Initiating positive communication with parents has always proved to yield encouraging result for students, parents and teachers.To familiarize the parents as partners in the progress of their ward, the school organized Orientation Programme for the parents of classes X and XII on March 6, 2023. The parents were given an insight into the teaching - learning transaction which supports the child in realising his potential and achieving his objectives.

The parents were updated with the school curriculum, students’ achievements in scholastic as well as co-scholastic areas, clubs, life skills’ training and code of conduct for the students. Assessment criteria throughout the session was discoursed. The parents were also briefed about the inclusion of new teaching approach which includes STEAM Education, Blended Learning, Flipped Classroom and Project based pedagogy. The faculty members addressed the meeting by giving an outline of the vision and remarkable endeavours taken under the Health and Wellness Program of the school which focuses on the all round development of each and every child. The initiatives taken by the Learning and Development Cell for the academic growth of students were updated. The orientation programme indeed helped the parents to comprehend the curriculum strategy being followed in the school to ensure fruitful learning progression of their ward. The session closed with an open house session wherein parents’ queries were well attended by the school team.The orientation programme testified the fact that together parents and teachers can shape  a child’s life so that he/she can overcome any hurdle successfully  and with reliance.

CAREER COUNSELLING SESSION

“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” Abraham Lincoln A ‘Stream Selection and New Age Career’ counselling session was organized for the students and parents. The keynote speaker was Ms.  Toolika Krishna, a certified and qualified ‘Career Success Expert’ from Launch My Career.  She introduced new-age career options covering vocational careers, skill-based careers, and careers that go beyond familiar streams along with a range of courses. She made class X students understand their aptitudes, interest, and skills while selecting their streams. The session ended with an interaction wherein parents’ and students’ queries were well attended. Today’s event testified the fact that together parents and teachers can shape a child’s life so that he/she can overcome any hurdle successfully .

Session on Entrepreneurship

 “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” Walt Disney

The world today has transited into a "Technology Era'. Technology has enabled progress in all fields and all societies. Technological revolution has changed the face of lives of people bringing healthcare, information and connectivity to even the most remote areas that were here to isolated. Entrepreneurship has an impact on social as well as cultural and economic progress of the society. Working towards Youth Entrepreneurship programs can help solve as well as avoid a lot of problems for a better future and progressive societies. Blue Bells Model School is one of the only schools in Gurugram which is providing this amazing Youth Entrepreneurship Programme to the learners. Upholding this vision, Mr. Pavan Allena who is the Founder and CEO of Metamorphosis Education addressed the students of Classes 6 – 8 and apprised them about the nuances of entrepreneurship. He made the students realise that the need of the hour is to create many stars and provide opportunities for every youth to dream big and try their hands at entrepreneurship. The students were in an awe listening to Mr. Pavan Allena and were filled with curiosity as they inquisitively asked a number of questions to understand the concept in a better way.

HAWAN CEREMONY

Dear God, lead me to hope, faith, and trust. Lead me towards eternal truth. Allow eternal peace and tranquillity to fill my heart, my mind, my life, and my world.  

A Hawan ceremony was organised for the students of grades X and XII who are appearing for the upcoming CBSE board examinations 2023. The Hawan ceremony was conducted with a divine fervour and spirituality to invoke blessings of the Almighty for students' brilliant performance. It is believed that the hawans cleanse the mind and neutralize pre-exam nervousness, which in turn raises performance levels.

Dr Saroj Suman Gulati, Director, Blue Bells Group of Schools, Ms Alka Singh, Principal, Blue Bells Model School, and teachers attended the hawan with the students. Director Ma’am wished all the children good luck not only for their forthcoming exams but also for a fulfilling life ahead.

Magic Show

INTERFAITH PRAYER

Interfaith Prayer at Rajghat, New Delhi

No matter in what language one chooses to speak, in what setting one chooses to worship, or with whom one chooses to surround themselves during prayer, all our prayers, somehow, reach the same place.

The mellifluous singers of Blue Bells Model School participated in an interfaith prayer held at Rajghat, New Delhi on 30^th January 2023. The nation remembered Mahatma Gandhi on his 75th death anniversary on Monday with President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi offering floral tributes to the 'Father of the Nation' at his memorial Raj Ghat. Vice president Jagdeep Dhankhar, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri also paid homage to the Mahatma. A two-minute silence was observed in honour of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, affectionately known as Bapu, who was assassinated on this day in 1948. His death anniversary is observed as Martyrs' Day. A gun salute was given at the memorial where school students and people from different walks of life gathered to pay respects to Mahatma Gandhi.

With such a vibrant diverse faith community made up of individuals from every faith background, such prayer service brings the students and administration together in a unique way.

PM National Cadet Corps Rally 2023

“NCC is just not just an organization, but it is a life,

which transforms you to a totally different person.”

 NCC instills comradeship, discipline, spirit of adventure and ideals of selfless service amongst young citizens. This year, NCC is celebrating the 75th year of its inception. Thirty NCC Cadets of Blue Bells Model School visited the Carriappa Parade Ground, Delhi on 28 January 2023 to attend the Prime Minister’s Rally with school ANO Mr. Jitendra Lakhera and 2 escort teachers, Mrs. Sunita Yadav and Mrs. Neetu along with Cadet Harshit Sharma, who had been selected for Republic Day camp 2023.  The cadets witnessed the parade of the 17 directorates of NCC and the international cadets. In the true Indian spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, 196 officers and cadets from 19 foreign countries have been invited to participate in the celebrations.

The NCC is a youth wing of India’s armed forces and is open to students across all schools and colleges on a voluntary basis. The organisation comprises of the Army, Air Force and Navy wing, and imparts basic military training in small arms and drills to the cadets. The NCC was formed under the National Cadet Corps act of 1948 and is currently headed by Lt General Gurbirpal Singh.

 The Prime Minister told the cadets that both as NCC cadets and as youth of the nation they represent the ‘Amrit Generation’ of the country which will take the nation to new heights in the coming 25 years and will create a ‘Viksit’ and ‘Aatmnirbhar Bharat’. During the event, Prime Minister released a special Day Cover and a commemorative specially minted coin of ?75/- denomination, commemorating 75 successful years of NCC.

The rally was held as a hybrid day and night event and included a cultural programme on the theme 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'. Our high-spirited cadets enjoyed and it was a dream come true for them. This experience was both exciting and inspiring for all the cadets.

REPUBLIC DAY CELEBRATION

74th REPUBLIC DAY CELEBRATION

 ‘On the occasion of Republic Day, let’s all promise our motherland that we will do our utmost to enrich and preserve our inheritance, our ethos, and our treasure.’

With freedom in our mind and faith in our heart, we remember the golden heritage of our country and feel proud to be an Indian. Blue Bells Model School, Gurugram, commemorated the 74th Republic Day by organizing a cultural fiesta on January 25, 2023 to mark the iconic moment of Indian history when India's constitution came into being declaring the country as an Independent Republic Nation. The Chief Guest of the ceremony was Dr. Saroj Suman Gulati, Director, BBGS. On this auspicious occasion, the day’s proceedings commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag by Dr. Saroj Suman Gulati. March Past by NCC cadets lent a splendid sight and the Director Madam took the salute. It was followed by the spectacular presentation of the band.