NEWS & EVENTS

"The bond between a brother and a sister is simply unique and is beyond description."

                                                                                                                         –  Elizabeth Fishel

Date - 28 August 2023

Raksha bandhan is a special day that celebrates the unique bond shared between the brothers and sisters. Keeping this in mind, MBS International School organised ‘The Bond Of Love’ activity on 28 August 2023 for the students of Nursery and Kindergarten. The students decorated rakhi with beautiful decorative material. Through this our little ones demonstrated their skills by making a variety of vibrant rakhis. This activity emphasized to inculcating the value of love, care, and protection. The students displayed their creativity with great enthusiasm.

“Talent is a long patience, and originality an effort of will and intense observation.”

― Gustave Flaubert

A Glimpse of the Event

MBS International School strongly fosters the belief that life’s challenges should not dissuade one from realising his dreams, rather they should usher one into the unknown and aim at discovering the hitherto, undiscovered, latent talent of a child.

Thus, to keep alive the freedom of expression, the school organised Ripples 2023 - An Inter School Fest, on 25 August 2023 which witnessed the participation of students from forty prestigious schools from Delhi NCR.Ripples themed on ‘Explore your Expertise’ was a sincere effort to generate awareness in the students to create a platform for our young scholars to ‘discover their creative bent of mind’.

The students participated in interesting theme-based activities such as Dress to Impress, Rhythm in Motion, Ad Mad Show, Puppetry Blaze, Nukkad Natak, Dot Mandala, Swaralaya, Diversity Counts, Kavyanjali, Canva newsletter,E-Luminators and Interlocutors.

The School Principal and the School Vice Principal welcomed the distinguished guests, judges, teachers, and participants from other schools. Acclamations and applause reverberated through the auditorium as Certificates of Excellence and Trophies were awarded to the winners from different schools. The rolling trophy was won by MBS International School, Dwarka, New Delhi and was passed on to Adarsh Public School, Vikaspuri, New Delhi.

The School Principal appreciated and lauded the performance of the students, and, in his address, motivated the achievers to strive ahead with an optimistic attitude.

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“Magic of words is the most magnificent magic.”

                                                                   - V Gupta

Using polite words is a quality that is appreciated by all and to inject the same among our little champs, MBS International School organised ‘Magical Words’ activity on 21 August 2023. Values of speaking softly and how to use magical words were taken up in an interesting way through a story session for classes Nursery and Kindergarten. This activity emphasised on inculcating the use of magic words in their conversations.

The event not only exposed the joy of storytelling but also enriched their vocabulary, imagination and communication skills. By combining interactive activities with captivating narratives, the school effectively created an engaging and educational experience for its nursery and kindergarten students.

“Crafting beauty from the discarded – that's the essence of best out of waste.”
― Anonymous

In an era where environmental consciousness and creativity intersect, the concept of 'Best out of Waste' has gained significant traction. This innovative approach highlights the boundless possibilities of transforming discarded materials into artful masterpieces. Keeping this in mind, the Eco Club of MBS International School organised - ‘Best out of Waste: Greeting Card Making Activity’ for the students of class IV on 16 August 2023.

During the activity, students learned that by harnessing creativity, they can turn scraps of paper, fabric, buttons, and various other materials that might otherwise be destined for the waste bin into eye-catching designs that carry sentimental value. Moreover, the ‘Best out of Waste’ approach imparts an essential lesson in responsible consumption and waste reduction. It encourages a shift in perspective, where discarded items are seen as opportunities for artistic exploration rather than mere disposables.

In conclusion, the art of creating greeting cards through the ‘Best out of Waste’ method not only ignites the spark of creativity but also reinforces the ethos of environmental stewardship.”

CUET WORKSHOP FOR XII STUDENTS

SESSION : 2023-24

THEME/TOPIC: CUET THE CHANGED ADMISSION PROCESS OF DELHI UNIVERSITY

RESOURCE PERSON(S): MR.NAKUL SHAIRWAL, HEAD OF COUNSELING DIVISION AT EDUMENTOR AND MS.PREETI GUGLANI, CAREER COUNSELLOR AT EDUMENTOR

ORGANISED BY: MBS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SEC-11 DWARKA NEW DELHI 110075

DAY & DATE: WEDNESDAY, 16 AUGUST 2023

DURATION: 1 Hour

VENUE: MBS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL , SCHOOL AUDITORIUM

ATTENDED BY: XII CLASS TEACHERS (MR.MANISH MOHAN, MS.PARUL TRIVEDI, MR.NAVDEEP SINGH), MS.SHINY BENJAMIN AND MS.NANCY.

Objectives: To enrich the students with the optimum knowledge of common entrance test for all the streams (Eco (H), B.Com.(H), BA (H), B.Sc. (H) and all other undergraduate courses) instead of indulging into excessive data feeding that results in confusing the students about the latest admission process in Delhi University.

Description/Report

“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today”.

                                                                                                                                                           - Malcolm X

MBS International School, Dwarka, New Delhi organized a workshop on CUET Admission Process on 16 August 2023 in the School Auditorium with an objective to create awareness about the dynamics of the admission process for the session starting in 2022 by introduction of a common entrance test for all the streams (Eco (H), B.Com.(H), BA (H), B.Sc. (H) and all other undergraduate courses).The students across the nation are unaware, confused and worried about the latest admission process and are in need of urgent help.

The session began with a welcome note introducing the eminent Resource persons, Mr.Nakul Shairwal, Head Of Counseling Division at Edumentor and Ms.Preeti Guglani, Career Counsellor at Edumentor.

The students were briefed on the motive of introducing Common University Entrance Test as an admission process to various central universities. CUET, which was started from 2022, provides a common platform with equal opportunities to all the students across the nation for admission to top notch colleges in India. The students were introduced about age eligibility criteria, CBT(Computer Based Test) Mode of examination and Medium of examination which can be in English, Hindi, and other regional languages.

Information related to expected months for registration and examination for the upcoming CUET 2024 was also shared with students that gave them a clear picture for the planning required by them to be made for maintaining balance with CBSE board examination.

The test paper consists of three sections like a language section followed by a subject specific domain and finally a General knowledge test. The selection of domains are crucial for getting admission in required courses. Duration of examination is specific for every section like 60 Minutes for subject domain.

The students were encouraged to focus on NCERT, NCERT Exemplars and a few reference books for cracking CUET 2024. The examination will be totally MCQ based with negative marking for every incorrect response .

Preparation for Board exams and CUET should go hand in hand as the syllabus is common and both focus on MCQ .Regular practice of MCQS will enable the students for assured results. Students were advised “Don't put off today’s work on tomorrow that you can do today”.

Over all the session was really interactive where students actively inquired about their concerns and raised queries that were addressed by resource persons.

The workshop aimed at enhancing the students' understanding of CUET admission process, paper pattern and balance between CBSE Boards and CUET.

“Creativity is intelligence having fun.” - Albert Einstein

With the aim of promoting Eco-consciousness and nurturing creativity, the Eco Club of MBS International School conducted a ‘Turtle making’ activity for the students of Class III. This initiative encouraged participants to transform discarded materials into artistic turtle representations, highlighting recycling in an engaging way.

Participants embraced the challenge with enthusiasm, showcasing remarkable creativity in their turtle sculptures. Beyond artistic expression, the event emphasized sustainability and inventive use of waste materials. The participants’ dedication to both creativity and eco-friendliness made this activity a notable success.

“Poetry is simply the most beautiful, impressive and widely effective mode saying things.”

A poetry recitation competition was organized at MBS International School, Dwarka, on 16, August 2023. The students of class VII enthusiastically participated in the competition as they got the opportunity to exhibit their talent and confidence. The confidence inspired the young poets to come forward and recite on stage. The students came up with different poems on the theme “Beauty of Nature” and recited with great zeal and fondness for the nature. They enjoyed the perfection of expression, thoughts, emotions, rhythm and music of words.

The young poets enthralled the audience with their articulation and memory skills while reciting poems. It was a splendid opportunity for them to gain confidence through stage performance. Everyone was delighted seeing their pleasing performances.

“Cleanliness is a state of purity, clarity, and precision.”

– Suze Orman

A quiz competition was organised for the students of Class IX and XI by the Eco Club at MBS International School, Dwarka, New Delhi on 16 August 2023 in the school premises, with a motive to create awareness about cleanliness and greenery. It is each citizen’s responsibility to keep their surroundings clean. Mahatma Gandhi, too, led an example as he dreamt of a clean nation and inspired people to adopt sanitation.The Quiz Competition was an initiative to inspire the young, impressionable mind to adapt this thoughtful attitude.

The quiz themed “CLEAN INDIA-SWACHHATA ABHIYAN” witnessed participation of students of the school who showcased their knowledge and enthusiasm and vied with each other to achieve the coveted rank.

“In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.”

- John Muir

Plantation drive organised for the students of Class VI by the Eco club at MBS International School, Dwarka, New Delhi on 16th August 2023 in the school premises. All the participants showcased innovative work and creativity during the event. The students learned about the importance of planting trees and caring for the environment. Additionally, they developed practical skills like planting and nurturing trees, fostering a sense of responsibility for nature, and working together as a team to create a greener and healthier environment for the future.

“Creativity comes from conflicts of ideas”. -Donatella Versace

It is rightly said that learning is a product of the activities of learners. Thus, to help the students gain experience, develop confidence, and foster creativity and artistic skills, ‘Best out of Waste: Wind Chime Making’ Activity was organised by the Eco Club of MBS International School on August 16, 2023 for the students of Class V.

Students utilized a wide range of discarded materials for the wind chime creations, including old keys, bottle caps, plastic beads, straws, beads, tin cans, seashells, etc. The participants were given the freedom to personalise their wind chimes by adding additional decorative elements such as paint, ribbons, and strings. Students showed how to assemble the selected materials into a harmonious arrangement that would produce pleasant sounds when moved by the wind. Once the wind chimes were assembled and personalised, the students made final adjustments to ensure they produced soothing and melodious sounds.

The students exhibited remarkable creativity and innovation during the activity. Each wind chime showcased unique design and combinations of materials, reflecting the diverse artistic perspectives of the participants.

MBS International School celebrated the 77th Independence Day with boundless enthusiasm and patriotic fervour. The event commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag followed by the National Anthem.

The event exuberated with the cultural extravaganza. The eye-catching and scintillating dance performances stimulated love and reverence for our beautiful motherland. After that, the school choir group presented an immensely sublime melody. It was followed by a skit and a poem recital reminiscing the sacrifices of our valiant soldiers.

The celebration was truly a memorable one efficaciously creating an ambience of patriotism, unity, integrity and harmony.

Indeed, it was a day of joy that marked the call for the modern generation to keep surging ahead and work towards empowering everyone to be the torchbearer of change.

“Humans have historically used the arts in integrative ways, particularly within the contexts of enactment, ceremony, performance, and ritual.” 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                               ― Cathy A. Malchiodi

Role play is an interactive and immersive activity that enables participants to gain a deeper understanding of the personalities of famous individuals. Keeping the same in mind MBS International School conducted the Inter-Class Competition ‘Cosplay- Enactment of Famous Personalities’ on 9 August 2023 for the students of Class III.

Role play allows participants to step into the shoes of famous individuals, fostering empathy and a better understanding of their struggles and triumphs. Each student demonstrated with full zeal and participated enthusiastically in the competition. Participants embodied the personas of famous individuals enabling them to explore their thoughts, emotions, and viewpoints.

“If you're losing a tug of war with a tiger, give it the rope. You can always buy a new one.”

- Max Gunther

Objectives: To enable the learners:

• to develop interest and awareness.
• to hone their skills in the specific sport and build their confidence.

An Inter House Sports Competition, TUG OF WAR (BOYS) was organized by MBS International School on 09 August 2023 in the school sports ground for the male students of class XI. The students enthusiastically participated in the event and demonstrated their excellence in the sport. They not only enjoyed the sport thoroughly but also learnt the art of speed as they coordinated so well with time and performed with all zeal and sportsmanship.

A Glimpse of the Event

“Playing kho kho is not just about speed and agility, it’s also about strategy and teamwork.”

An Inter House Sports Competition, KHO – KHO 2023 was organized by MBS International School on 09 August 2023 in the school sports ground for the female students of class XI. The students enthusiastically participated in the event and demonstrated their excellence in the sport. They not only enjoyed the sport thoroughly but also learnt the art of speed as they coordinated so well with time and performed with all zeal and sportsmanship.

The judgment criteria of selection will be:

*The team to tag all opponents first wins

*Speed and reaction time

A Glimpse of the Event

“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Design is knowing which ones to keep.”

-Scott Adams

Objectives: To enable the learners:

• to develop interest and creativity level.
• to enhance their skills of presentation and build their confidence.
• An Inter House ‘Design A Corner’ activity was scheduled for the students of classes VII on 9 August 2023, Wednesday.

All four houses participated in the activity with full enthusiasm and enjoyed it thoroughly. Students and teachers put all their imagination into creative presentation and came up with visually attractive and informative corners. Each corner was inspiring in its own way based on decoration, creativity, clarity, writing, sketching, originality of ideas, presentation, material used, cutting of material used and theme.

“Photography is the art of making memories tangible.”

– Destin Sparks

An Inter House Photography Competition on the theme of "Urban Life" for Class IX students was organized by MBS International School to encourage young photographers to explore and capture the essence of urban living through their lenses. The competition aimed to provide a platform for students to showcase their creativity, observation, and perspective on the bustling and diverse aspects of urban environments.

The theme of "Urban Life" was selected to encourage participants to portray various facets of city living, including architecture, people, culture, transportation, challenges, and opportunities.Students from Class IX enthusiastically participated in the competition. Their submissions reflected a diverse range of interpretations and angles related to urban life.

The judgement criteria included creativity, composition, relevance to the theme, technical skill, and overall impact. The submitted photographs were displayed digitally in Sr IT Lab. This allowed participants and fellow students to appreciate and discuss the visual narratives captured by the young photographers. The first, second, and third place winners, were recognized and awarded.

The Photography Competition provided an exceptional opportunity for Class IX students to explore and express their perspectives on the dynamic and multifaceted aspects of city living. The event showcased the remarkable talent and creativity of young photographers, while also fostering an appreciation for the art of photography among students and the school community.

This competition successfully brought attention to the captivating world of urban life and encouraged participants to view their surroundings through a fresh and artistic lens. The remarkable entries underscored the significance of art in portraying the essence of our rapidly evolving urban environments.

"In the face of disaster, preparedness is the key to survival."

                                                                                          - Bruce Lee

In the ever-changing landscape of our world, the importance of fire safety and disaster management cannot be overstated. As concerns regarding safety grow for individuals, communities, and organisations, MBS International took a proactive step by organising a workshop titled 'Fire Safety and Disaster Management'. This workshop aimed to provide a comprehensive understanding of essential practices, preparedness plans, and effective responses to mitigate risks, ensuring the protection of lives and assets.

The workshop was conducted by Ms. Dinky Mehta and Ms. Pooja Monga and took place in the school auditorium focusing on imparting valuable knowledge to these young learners of Class IV and V.

It commenced with a detailed explanation of the various causes of fires and how they spread. Students gained insight into the science behind fire and how it can quickly become dangerous. In addition to fire safety, the workshop also touched upon various natural disasters. This expanded the students' understanding of potential hazards and the importance of being prepared for any emergency. A captivating PowerPoint presentation was used to share essential preventive measures against fires and other disasters. This included safety protocols to follow at home, school, and in public spaces. Students were encouraged to ask questions and share their thoughts, creating a dynamic learning environment.

The 'Fire Safety and Disaster Management' workshop proved to be an educational and empowering experience for the students of Class IV and V. This endeavor aligns with the mission to create a safer environment for all and equip the youth with the tools they need to make informed decisions in times of crisis.

“Pitter Patter Raindrops,
Falling from the sky

Here is my umbrella,

To keep me safe and dry!”

- Anonymous

The rainy season is always a fun time for the kids and it makes the school environment also mesmerising for the tiny tots to celebrate the Monsoon with full enthusiasm. With this note, MBS International School organised an activity ‘Pitter-Patter Raindrops’ on Wednesday, 9 August 2023 for Nursery and Kindergarten students.

The students of Nursery made 3D umbrellas with craft papers and were encouraged to talk about the Rainy Season. Kindergarten kids utilised glaze paper to demonstrate their inventiveness by tearing and pasting in an umbrella. They were completely engrossed in the activity where the facilitator also enriched their vocabulary by telling them new words like gumboots, raincoat, umbrella, puddle etc. The children enthusiastically participated and enjoyed the activity in which their creative skills were fostered.

MBS International school keeps on concocting innovative techniques and styles with which learning could be made more rewarding and interesting for the Mbsians.

“Tell me and I forget, show me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”

-Benjamin Franklin

On 27 July 2023, MBS International School conducted an exciting Intra-class ‘Object Talk Activity’ for Class II students to promote creativity, communication, and confidence among students. The activity provided a platform for students to showcase their presentation skills, share personal experiences, and demonstrate their knowledge of a chosen object. The students were informed to bring any object of their choice and they came up with various interesting objects like mobile phone, stethoscope, toy car etc. and explained their characteristics in an impressive manner.

A key part of the school curriculum, ‘Object Talk’ is an important part of a child's learning development, as it helps them to organise information and build their confidence. It's also a great way to encourage a child's interest in a particular topic and a chance for children to think outside the box a little.

The enthusiastic participation of the students made the activity an enriching learning experience. Overall, it was a spectacular learning experience for the kids!

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”

                                                                   -Mark Twain

MBS International School organised ‘Hurdle Race Activity’on 8 August 2023.The objective of the race was to make children stay focused as there were various hurdles for them to complete and develop kinesthetic abilities. In this activity,a runner raced over a series of obstacles called hurdles, which were set a fixed distance apart. All the students remained in assigned lines throughtout the race. The first hurdler who completed the course was the winner. The activity brought optimism and sportmanship amongst students to transform the world of sports by developing an integrated kinship. It catered to cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains of learning. The students participated with great will and enthusiasm.

Good Habits Activity-Nursery & Kindergarten

Grade -IV Magnolia (Assembly)

“Yoga is a light, which once lit, will never dim. The better your practice, the brighter the flame.”                  B. K. S. Iyengar

 In an effort to enhance students' physical and mental well-being, MBS International School conducted 'Smile With Yoga' activity for Class II students on Thursday, 3 August 2023.

The yoga session commenced with warming up and stretching exercises to prepare the participants. Following this, a sequence of asanas was practiced, including Tadasana, Hastasana and Trikonasana to improve flexibility and posture. The session also included Paschimottanasana which helps in strengthening the back and spine. The session concluded with the relaxing and rejuvenating Shavasana pose, allowing participants to experience a deep sense of tranquility. The yoga activity proved to be a valuable and enriching experience for the students.

“Laughter is the best medicine in the world.”-Milton Berle

Poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings and emotions recollected in tranquility. In order to encourage students to read and love poetry an Inter -Class Hindi Hasya Kavita Competition-Hassi ke Phuware was held at MBS International School on 2 August 2023 for the students of Class –III.

The students recited funny and humorous poems full of wit and wisdom with proper voice modulation, pronunciation and the required expressions. It was indeed a very entertaining competition where each participant tickled the funny bone and brought a smile to the faces of the audience. It was a pleasure to watch the little ones recite the poems so confidently. Amazing, eye-catching, beautiful costumes and props were used to recite the poem. The expressions and delivery of the poems captured the attention of each one present.

The competition was a great success and gave a platform for the students to exhibit their talent.

   “Embrace the pastel fun of life, where colours dance with gentle joy, and every moment becomes a canvas of happiness.”              

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Anonymous

MBS International School conducted an Intra Class ‘Pastel Fun Activity’ on 31 July 2023. The students of class Nursery and Kindergarten enthusiastically participated in the activity as they got an opportunity to exhibit their talent through drawing and colouring. The activity served as an inspiration for young artists to step forward and showcase their artistic skills. The main objective of this activity was to ignite the creative side of the children’s mind and help develop their fine motor skills and also encourage their interest in drawing and colouring. The event fostered a sense of camaraderie and joy among the young participants.

"Good things are associated with blue, like clear days, more than singing the blues. Just the word ‘blue’ in the singular is full of optimism and positive connotation to most people."   David Carson

MBS International School celebrated ‘Blue Colour Day’ on Tuesday, 1 August 2023 with the students of Nursery and Kindergarten.

 It was a fun-filled day where all the students were dressed in their ‘Blue Attire’ and had different blue colour objects to share in the class. Students were explained the significance of the colour blue and also about its calming and soothing effects on the mind.

The Nursery students had a delightful time decorating a picture of fish using blue coloured painted rice. In contrast, the Kindergarten students honed their fine motor skills by engaging in activities such as drawing and colouring in the worksheets. These activities not only made the learning experience enjoyable for the students but also provided them with a better understanding of various shades of blue.

It was a day filled with creativity, learning, and fun, leaving lasting memories in the students hearts and inspiring them to explore the world of colours with enthusiasm and curiosity.

“No language can express the power and beauty and heroism of a mother’s love.” — Edwin Hubbell Chapin

A mother is not only the first teacher but also a friend indeed. She loves her children unconditionally and guides them on the right path in life. The bond between a mother and her child is inexplicable. In order to celebrate the beautiful occasion of Mother's Day, MBS International School organised 'Honour the Mother (Paper Award)' activity for Class II wherein students made a paper badge for their mothers.

The children came up with new and innovative ideas for their badges. They wrote a beautiful message for their mothers. The outcome of their efforts was astounding.

Overall, the dedication of our tiny tots paid off splendidly, as each badge turned out to be extraordinary in its own way. It was an incredible way to make Mother's Day even more meaningful and memorable!