CBSE- ADOLESCENT LIFE SKILLS PEER EDUCATOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME:-MARCH 12 - 16 , 2024

CBSE- ADOLESCENT LIFE SKILLS PEER EDUCATOR LEADERSHIP
PROGRAMME:- MARCH 12 - 16 , 2024

An online Adolescent Peer Educator Programme was conducted by CBSE from March 12th to March 16th, 2024. The school counsellors and four students of grade XII attended the programme which comprised sessions structured around eight modules, delivered through engaging PowerPoint presentations, interactive activities and videos. It offered students insight into various life skills relevant to their everyday experiences.
The programme featured varied themes to prevent the students from becoming disinterested. Theme 1: Introduction -the journey from core life skills to 21st- century skills Theme 2: focused on building resilience for coping and capacity building, emphasizing stress management, positive affirmation, self-care, real-life connections, and recovery methods from trauma and adversity. Theme 3: Growing Up Healthy, accentuated the importance of nutrition and hygiene for the overall well-being. Theme 4: family bonding and caring communication and highlighted the role of families, responsibilities, and the importance of family bonding in adolescence.
Theme 5: discussed the importance of healthy emotional expression, dealing with anger, loss, and sadness. Theme 6: explored the importance of healthy interpersonal relationships with peers, including concepts like stonewalling and defensiveness, and their impact on our lives. Theme 7: explored the digital world, disconnect from reality, the dark side, cyber security, online gaming fraud, and creating better passwords for a safer digital experience. Theme 8: was on making effective career choices, and integrating the life skills approach. It discusses the difference between job and career, ambition and reality, and conflicts between career expectations and passion.
Overall, the programme not only empowered the participants with essential life skills but also instilled in them a sense of confidence, resilience, and readiness to face the complexities of the 21st century. It serves as a testament to the commitment of CBSE towards the holistic development of students, fostering a generation equipped to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

EXAMINATION STRESS AND COPING STRATEGIES 12TH-21ST FEBRUARY , 2024

Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.
-Alexander Graham Bell

The Health & Wellness department of senior wing organized a workshop on Examination stress and Coping strategies for senior grade students from 12th Feb to 21th February. The aim of the workshop was to reduce stress faced by students during exam time. The points covered during the workshop were: What does exam stress feel like? Why studying for exams can be a challenging task and stressful experience and coping strategies to reduce stress. During the interactive session, the students shared their opinions on why they get nervous and panic. To reduce the pressure, they were guided to organize the material and space of studying, not to procrastinate, maintain proper revision schedules, use self-test methods and rate their own performance, and not to study for long hours. To make the study easier, they were advised to make use of mnemonics, flow charts, highlighting of important points, mind maps, chunking & skimming. To counter excessive anxiety they may create an examination environment at home by wearing school uniform and appearing for a 3hrs examination. At the end of the session the students were encouraged to work hard, stay focused and do well in the Annual Examination.

VIRTUAL VISIT TO BIRDS AND MAMMALS MUSEUM: A SPICMACAY INITIATIVE DECEMBER 15,2023

The students of grade VI of Shalom Hills International School wholeheartedly participated in the Virtual Visit to the Birds and Mammals Museum on 15 th December 2023. The visit was organized by SPICMACAY (Society for Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Among Youth) in association with CSMVS Museum (Chatrapati Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalya), Mumbai. The program attracted participation from various schools across the country like Varanasi, Noida, Bangalore, Meerut and many more. The expert presenters guided the students through a fascinating exploration of diverse birds and mammals species, their habitats, and the meticulous preservation methods employed for museum displays.
During the virtual presentation, experts showcased an array of birds, providing insights into their behaviours, habitats, and ecological importance. The students were captivated as they learned about the intricate process of preserving these bird specimens for museum display. The main aim of the session was for the students to engage actively and this was ensured through the lively discussion with the experts on the chat interactions. Overall, the virtual visit was an educational and engaging experience, fostering a connection between students and the natural world. SPICMACAY's initiative successfully brought the wonders of the Birds and Mammals Museum directly to classrooms as a successful example of experiential learning.

CAREER AWARENESS WORKSHOP-XI & XII AUGUST 17 ,2023

With countless blessings of respected MD ma'am, who has always been successful in nurturing young minds to conquer all life's challenges and obstacles, a career based workshop was conducted by Animesh P. Gupta, the most enthusiastic and promising child from the batch of 2016-17. The workshop was conducted for Grades XI and XII with an aim of constructing a smooth and successful path for students and to dispel the darkness of ignorance related to their career choices. The confident faces brimmed with joy as he made them aware of the key factors that are prominent while choosing any profession. The key factors that he highlighted were - studying, socializing and building long term connections, exploring your interests, interning, participative and doing anything other than wasting time or being idle. He encouraged students to inculcate a habit of reading, to research, drafting, strong in communication- command over language, networking, analyzing, time management, to have meticulous nature and show perseverance.
Animesh also talked about various career options after law such as litigation, law firms and companies, legal academia, judicial service, chartered accountancy, company secretariat. Other career options he helped them in exploring were NGO's, LPO's, Journalism, Arbitrator, JAG, Politician and Corporate Management. He was successful in drawing a thin line between the myths and realities about law. He depicted the reality of law and told them not to get fascinated by what is shown on television.
He culminated the event with sweet bitter memories of his school and college days. He was thrilled to come back to school and address the new generation. Indeed the session was quite impactful and inspirational for the students. The happy faces of the young learners proved that they learned something new.

INDO GLOBAL CAREER FAIR AUGUST 18 ,2023

Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence- Vince Lombardi
In association with ICAE- International Centre for Advancement of Education, the Indo Global Career Fair was organized for grade XI & XII. To enable the students to make informed decisions, parents were also invited to explore different career courses by interacting with the representatives of National & International Universities. Few to name the Universities participated in the event were Ashoka University, Flame University, Instituto Marangoni- Milan, Essec Business school France, SIUK-UK, Universe Business School, World University of Design, IIHM, ISH. The main objective of the fair was to introduce students to careers related to their coursework and to help them identify the key skills needed in order to become a successful professional and to provide the students with opportunities to explore career paths in their respective streams. To gain awareness of colleges/universities and courses they offer, admission processes, scholarships, eligibility criteria and its placements. Parents and students got the opportunity to get guidance under the best coaches and subject experts in making right decisions.
The keenness and focus in deciding future courses and the information they have to choose as per their aims has helped them to take positive decisions was also appreciated by the delegates in the end of the event.

WORKSHOP ON DRUG/SUBSTANCE ABUSE AUGUST 7th -11th , 2023

To create a safe and healthy environment and to equip the students with the right knowledge at right time, Health and Wellness department took an initiative by taking the workshop with the students of grade X on Substance Abuse. The workshop was conducted by the Senior Counsellor of the school.
As said addiction is a disease that starts in childhood and adolescence and young bodies are more immune and prone to get impacted by the frequent consumption of substance. The counselor helped them to differentiate between the drug/illicit drugs, substance dependence/tolerance and its withdrawal which has negative social, physical and psychological consequences. It may range from mild tremors to convulsions, severe agitation and sometimes death. The factors teenagers take to drugs are due to curiosity, wrong negative influence, low self esteem, poorer academic achievement or drop outs, to pose like an adult, lack of family support, broken familie's, poor socio economic status, keenness to earn money by selling it illegally. It's short term and long term effects were discussed in detail. Children were taught about Assertive Communication skills and the focus was on refusal techniques and how to resist the negative peer pressure by saying 'No'.
The students were encouraged to talk, express feelings and seek help from trustworthy adults for problem resolutions. The workshop served as an essential platform for learning, sharing, and inspiring action against drug abuse. It is a significant step toward creating a society that is informed, proactive, and united in the fight against this critical issue.

Grades IV-V Health Awareness Workshop Report July18 2023

'Create Healthy Habits, Not Restrictions.'

In the light of the above dictum, a health awareness workshop took place on 18 th July to equip the students with invaluable knowledge and to empower them to lead a healthy and fulfilling life. Cornitos company organized an energy boosting and a healthy lifestyle workshop for Shalomites of Grades IV and V on 18 th July. Ms. Yashika Bajaj, a renowned Communication Specialist spread the message beautifully through her tips and simple routine practices for students on adapting to a healthy way of living.
The workshop was a perfect blend of activities and beneficial wellness ideas followed by healthy savoury to quench the student's munchy cravings. Students were shown an advertisement of Cornitos Crusties and made to shake their bodies to the beats of Chimp Dance as depicted in the advertisement, which was thoroughly enjoyed by them.
Through the execution of the workshop, students delved into the essential elements of a healthy lifestyle, exploring the significance of physical fitness, nutrition, mental well- being and more. The series of fun activities well demonstrated to the learners the importance of incorporating healthy habits into their daily routine.

LAUNCHPAD INTERNSHIP ORIENTATION SESSION JULY 07, 2023

“Mass media provides the essential link between the individual and the demands of the technological society.” Mass media, including TV, radio, and newspapers have put a great influence on people and especially on the younger generation. It plays an important role in shaping the opinions and position of the younger generation. Shalom Hills International School has always been ahead in giving its students the required exposure which would enhance their talents and give them an opportunity to be their best. On July 7, 2023, Hindustan Times in collaboration with Radio One International conducted a Launchpad Internship Orientation Session in which two students of grade IX participated. They were given a rough idea about how the whole internship would work and the aspects , the students needed to prepare themselves in to get selected for the same.
The responsibility of the students was to promote “Out of Syllabus” and get maximum participation from grade 8 onwards, conduct proper auditions, and select 30 students. They were also given a tour of the HT Pace Office which was inspiring and congenial. The students had an informative and amusing experience and also learnt many new things related to radio.

ROCKSPORT ADVENTURE CAMP: JIM CORBETT MAY 21-23 , 2023

Travel expands the horizons and school life cannot be complete without the fun of educational tours and excursions. Shalom Hills International School meticulously planned an excursion, Rocksport Residential Program for grades VI and VII from 21st May to 23rd May 2023 at Rocksport, Jim Corbett. This adventure camp provided a great platform to the students to unleash their inner strength and imbibe new skills. Each day at camp was customized to bring out different aspects of a child’s personality and hone them. The first day expended in picking up the camping dos and don’ts followed by two days of fun, frolic inculcating patience and love for nature. Day long activities such as Body Surfing, Zip Line , Bonfire and other camp activities kept the children engaged throughout the day. The most interesting part of the trip was the 50 km long Jungle Safari. Students were able to spot various wild animals and felt very connected with nature. The camp was duly supervised by school teachers and professional instructors from Rocksport.

ROCKSPORT RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM (MUSSOORIE) 15- 19 MAY, 2023

The best education youll get is traveling. Nothing teaches you more than exploring the world and accumulating experiences.

Education is limitless; not restricted to classrooms anymore. With this thought in mind Shalom Hills International School methodically planned an excursion , Rocksport Residential Program for grades VIII IX from 15th May to 19th May 2023 at Rocksport, Mussoorie. It helped them broaden their perspective and gave them an engaging educational experience. During the course of the program, students performed adventure activities, explored nature, visited villages to get a taste of rural lifestyle and live independently, becoming self-reliant. To make it an unforgettable experience, the team of rock sporters encouraged the students to stay in Swiss tents and cottages. The program witnessed enthusiastic participation across a plethora of adventurous activities, including rock climbing, rappelling, water trekking and raft building. The activities at camp helped students to overcome their fear of water. They forged through the natural stream and built their own raft and paddled it on the artificially created waterbody. They trekked through the undulating terrain and learned survival skills. It gave them a chance to appreciate the calmness and beauty of nature. It also promoted the habit of an active lifestyle. The tour concluded with a prize distribution ceremony followed by music and dance. Tokens of appreciation were given to the best campers, best journal writers and the best team. The students had a joyful and enriching experience, they thoroughly enjoyed the immersive tour experience.

ROCKSPORT ADVENTURE CAMP: NANITAL HILLS MAY 12-16 , 2023

“In a cool solitude of trees, where leaves and birds a music spin, Mind that was weary is at ease, as new rhythms in the soul begin.” Travel expands the horizons and school life cannot be complete without the fun of educational tours and excursions. Shalom Hills International School meticulously planned an excursion , Rocksport Residential Program for grades X & XI from 12th May to 16th May 2023 at Rocksport , Nainital Hills. Rocksport Residential Program is an experiential learning holiday for school students. As nature keeps us grounded, obstacles make us perseverant, adventure makes us tough; at Rocksport Programs, these three forces combine to unleash the X factor in children and give them a power packed experience that pushes them to challenge themselves, enhance their confidence and acquire new skills. This adventure camp provided a great platform to the students to unleash their inner strength and imbibe new skills. Each day at camp was customized to bring out different aspects of a child's personality and hone them. The first day expended in picking up the camping dos and don'ts followed by three days of fun, frolic inculcating patience and love for nature. Day long activities such as rock climbing, rope walking, guerrilla warfare, treasure hunt were undertaken. The most interesting part of the trip was trekking to Naina peak, a 13 km uphill and downhill walk along the mountainous terrain. The camp was duly supervised by school teachers and professional instructors from Rocksport. The trip culminated with prize distribution to the winning team members, best tent inhabitants, best campers and the children reaching home safely. The outing helped to expand students' learning beyond the school with an element of camaraderie and amusement.

Author’s Meet 26 Th -27 th April,2023

Books have an important place in our lives. Consistent readers have strong writing skills and a better vocabulary growth. Keeping this important aspect in mind an Author’s Meet took place at Shalom Hills International School on 26 th and 27 th April for grades V, VI and VII. This interactive session was organized to inculcate a love of reading in the children, and also to provide an opportunity to them to meet and interact with an acclaimed author.
The guest speaker at the meet was Mr. Saksham Garg the author of the record breaking national bestselling, mythological fiction novel, ‘SAMSARA: ENTER THE VALLEY OF THE GODS’. This book is being translated into many languages and was the highest selling book at the recent New Delhi World Book Fair 2023. An introduction about the book and the reasons for writing it was explained to the students by the author. Mr. Saksham emphasized on the importance of reading books in today’s digital world. A ppt showing some important parts of the book as well as a short animation on the novel was also shown to the students. The author told the students about the interesting presence of Greek and Hindu mythology in his book. He also asked questions in the form of a quiz. The students answered the questions with a lot of enthusiasm. Mr. Saksham praised and appreciated the children on their knowledge of Greek and Hindu mythology.
Towards the end of the meet Mr. Saksham Garg also personally autographed the books bought by the children. The session was very interactive and the students were excited and eager to know more about the unique and intriguing story of ‘Samsara’.

HPSC Meeting for Cyber Security Awareness Campaign April 20, 2023

Ensuring the safety of our students is a top priority. With the increased use of technology in education, it is becoming important to be aware of potential cyber threats and ways to protect children from them. With a view to raise awareness of appropriate cyber security behaviour while using computers and Internet, HPSC hosted a meeting on April 20, 2023 at DPS School Sec-45 along with the Cyber Crime Cell, Gurgaon team.
The workshop was headed by ACP Priyanshu Dewan to discuss ways to prevent cybercrime and promote online safety in schools. During the meeting, Mr. Dewan and his team shared some practical tips and best practices for keeping students safe while they use the internet for learning and research. They also discussed the obnoxious impact of social platforms, which often leads to unwanted distraction and cyber bullying. Students were advised to devote their crucial time on learning and exploring educational material which would benefit them in imbibing high values. The workshop was attended by HPSC Schools’ Principals, teachers and student representatives.

Grade VII Workshop - Body Language and Social Skills February 15 ,2023

On February 15th, 2023 a workshop on Body language and Social Skills was conducted for the students of Grade VII in the school auditorium. The resource person, Ms. Jayshree Mehta is an independent consultant and life-skills trainer. She commenced the session with a story about the power of language and its importance. Moving on, she picked students from the audience and gave them small tasks like having a conversation with each other, or acting out a small situation, among others. With these activities, she engaged the students and established the meaning and importance of language in terms of usage of appropriate words, tone, expressions, gestures as well as body language. The students learnt a lot about verbal and non-verbal communication. Towards the end, a small question answer round was conducted in which students participated actively. The whole session was crisp, meaningful and truly enriching for the students.

CLASS: VI Workshop - Enhancing Vocabulary Skills February 13, 2023

A workshop for grade VI was conducted by Ms. Jayshree Mehta on the topic - Word power, to increase students' vocabulary skills for use in daily life. Various creative activities were conducted that unravel the fascinating world of the English language with an emphasis on vocabulary building and discovering words through their 'roots'. Multiple quiz rounds were held where Latin words were given from which students were required to identify words that are being used at present.  Through this workshop students were able to learn more about language roots and their meanings. By the end of the workshop, the enthusiastic participants received ample input on how to use the language more vividly, forcefully, and, above all, persuasively.

Grade X XII Webinar on “Path to Success” February 13, 2023

A Webinar on “Path to Success” was conducted for class X XII students by Ms Mimansa Singh- Clinical Psychologist with the Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences Fortis Healthcare. Ms. Mimansa stated that with the Board Examination approaching, it is the journey they have to take and define success in their own terms and to stay prepared to deal with uncertain challenges like distractions, avoidance and failures. She also said that prioritizing long term goals are important, and to meet long term goals, short term goals need to be achieved. Emphasizing that memory loss takes place within the first 24 hours, she suggested that for best results children should revise on days 1, 2, 7, 15 30. She advised them to study in a proper environment, minimize unhealthy peer distractions, devote 15 minutes to listen to instrumental music, doing 'e' exercise to improve focus and attention span, fast reading and focusing on key words to enhance concentration and learning. Use of Mnemonics, self-testing can help them in assessing themselves better before examinations. She summed up the session by guiding the children to avoid comparing their tasks with each other, revise thoroughly without overdoing it, avoid frantic last minute study, minimize waiting time outside the hall and to settle down and compose themselves before the exam.

Adolescent Peer Educators Leadership Training program in Life Skills 23rd January-25th Jan & 1st February 2023

A Webinar on Life Skills Adolescent Peer Education training program was organized by CBSE Academic unit in which two students from each grade of IX and XI participated, along with school counsellors Ms Bhupinder Kaur Ms Geetika Chutani. The total duration of the training program was 8 hours spread over 4 days.

The aim of the workshop was to empower the peer educators with the skills that are required to overcome any challenges in life and how they can reinforce positive behaviours change risky behaviours in their peer group.

The students were selected as peer educators to accomplish the mission and impart life skills among their peers in schools. The webinar comprised 7 Modules like: Theme 1- Priority health issues and concerns covering Adolescence mental health, and importance of life skills in managing situations effectively. Theme-2- Resilience as an important skill for adolescents, Ability to regulate emotions, Solution-Oriented approach to dealing with life problems. Theme 3- Growing up healthy, Importance of nutrition and hygiene. Theme 4- Family bonding, caring communication, role of a family. Theme 5- Identifying Emotions and Feelings, improving the ability to connect with self and others, overcoming stress, increasing confidence. Theme 6- Developing healthy interpersonal skills and relationships. Theme-7 Empowering yourself for the digital world.

The peer educators participated in various activities and discussions and showcased their works through art, drawings presentations with other participants from across the country.

The initiative by CBSE was appreciated by the students and counsellors.

Workshop on Puberty February 1, 2023

A workshop on "Puberty" was conducted for the girls of classes IV and V by the in- charges of Health & wellness department- Ms. Bhupinder Kaur and Ms. Geetika Chutani. They were explained that they are at a pre-teen phase wherein they will experience many changes. The session aimed to make them aware about what is Puberty and to sensitize them about the changes that occur in terms of physical, emotional/social and mental growth and development.

The young girls were explained that Puberty is a process that usually happens between the age of 10 and 14 for girls and they start getting ready for the adulthood. Changes in the physical body are quite normal. They may start feeling sudden emotions like getting sad, angry or nervous also.

The girls were told about the process of Menstruation as a normal phenomenon and that they must not panic or feel uncomfortable or ashamed while talking to their trusted grownups about the same. The importance of taking care of their personal hygiene was also discussed. They were motivated to continue following their regular routine even when they are menstruating. They were encouraged to lead a healthy lifestyle and keep a regular routine of exercise and nutritious diet..

They showed curiosity to know more about it and in getting their innocent doubts clarified.

An Enlightening session with the Dalai Lama on 21st December, 2022

Love and Compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive. -Dalai Lama
An enlightening and interactive session with the Noble Laureate, Global Luminary and Spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama was attended by the students of class V to IX at Salwan Public school on 21 st December, 2022. While speaking at the public forum on the topic- “Compassion and Secular Ethics: Educating the Heart and Mind”, the Tibetan spiritual leader praised India's democracy which respects all religions. He further added that Indian tradition and culture is very rich, so young Indians should preserve India's thousand-year-old secular tradition and keep it alive. He also shed light on India's concept of Karuna and Ahimsa and urged everyone to preserve it. Overall, it was an enriching and insightful session. It gave a message to the entire human race that no matter how different we are, there is no significant division between us and other people. It is imprudent to dwell on external differences, because our basic nature is the same.

Grades XI & XII -CUET Workshop October 20, 2022

It has rightly been said that the right guidance at the right time can do wonders for a child.

In pursuit of the same, an informative workshop on 'How to Prepare for CUET' was conducted on 20 October, 2022 by Mr. Deepak Madan. The very articulate and intellectual Career Coach familiarized the students with several ways to prepare for CUET.
He guided them through the three sections of the CUET apprising them about the number of questions in each and the time for answering them. He discussed the key highlights of NEP and gave detailed & comprehensive information to the scholars of all streams in different slots. Giving details of the Entrance exams-IIT-JEE, NEET and CLAT, he made them aware about the curriculum and study pattern. He also provided information about the neutral careers that a child from any field can pursue, for e.g. Law, Management & Mass Communication courses, Journalism, Public relations, Advertising, Film Making, radio Jockeying, Media Planner and so on.
The session proved to be immensely useful for the students. The presentation made it more effective. Students interacted and gained significant information, resolving their queries.

YOGA FOR WELLNESS (TEACHERS, PRE-PRIMARY TO VIII) October 01, 2022

Shalom Hills International School considers good health a priority not only for its children but also for its staff. Since teachers are the key towards the success of any school/Institute, ensuring that they remain healthy, happy and content is a matter of precedence for its benevolent Founder and Chairperson.

As a step towards the fulfilment of this goal, the sports department organised a YOGA FOR WELLNESS seminar for the school teachers. The aim of the seminar was not restricted to only their physical health but also their mental well-being. The eminent speaker for the session, Mr Alok Jhinkwan focused on many lifestyle corrective diseases. He enlightened everyone with his wisdom of Yogic sciences.

The teachers were familiarised with a few important yoga Asanas which could help them build their physical health and overcome their stress.

The event was organised in the very systematic way and benefitted the teachers a lot.

Workshop on The Art of Teaching Science September 27, 2022

A Workshop on the Art of Teaching Science, organised by Shiv Nadar School, Gurgaon, was attended by Ms. Lajeeli Sinha and Mr. Rahul.
The resource person, Prof. H. C. Verma categorically stated that no child is a poor learner, in fact, in the age group of 0 to 3 years, every child learns without any external factors, with his own devices. Later in life, binding a child to curriculum, we burden him with the expectations for results, killing his natural instincts to learn.
Since we are also the products of the same system, we must take care to be sensitive to the learning skills of the learner, as every child learns differently.
He emphasized the need to create curiosity in a child and not to curb it. As teachers we must encourage a child to understand, then think and finally, help him to explore.
He concluded by saying that we must feel blessed that the child is in our supervision and we must help him to grow up into confident young individuals, knowing how to deal with successes and failures.
The session was very enlightening.

Visit to National Science Centre September 29, 2022

The students of grade XI got the golden opportunity to witness a session with Dr. T.V. Venkateshwaran, a Senior Scientist with the Vigyan Parisar at Noida, who was the honourable speaker at the National Science Centre Auditorium at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. The idea was to allow the intriguing subject of Science to reach the masses, particularly the children who become the torch-bearers of our ever-evolving nation.
Dr. Venkateshwaran enlightened the students about how the years 2020-2022 are witnessing a revolution as the James Webb Space Telescope, popularly christened JWST, has become functional, looking as far into the space as no other space vehicle has ever done before. He shared the details of the six pictures captured by the JWST. He mentioned how we are able to see the size of the space comparable to a grain of sand and emphasized that the stars are actually so far away that it would take a hundred years to reach there.
Aditya Ranjan Jha, our student from grade XI, asked a very intelligent question, which was aptly answered by Dr. Venkateshwaran with words of praise for the thoughtfulness of the boy.
The session provided our children an opportunity to listen to such enlightening sessions by eminent scientists and researchers, and learn from them.

Global Career Fair September 21, 2022

Global Career Fair was organized by Uniwizard- an exclusive Career & University program for school students to meet top University representatives, for grade XI & XII students. Thirty-five Overseas and National Universities participated in the fair. The team of international admissions officers/counsellors from renowned universities brought years of experience in admissions, counselling and guidance that helped in providing information to the students. Some of the prominent Universities that participated were: Victoria University, Australia. Toronto Metropolitan University Canada, Saint James School of Medicine, Indian Institute of Design (IIAD), Ashoka University, Aston University, Bennet University, NIIT University India, Queen's University, Belfast, UK, GD Goenka, Richmond University, UK, University of Kent, UK, Sai University and many more.
The main objective of the fair was to introduce students to careers related to their coursework and to help them identify the key skills needed in order to become a successful professional, along with providing students with opportunities to explore career paths in their respective streams. To gain awareness of colleges/universities and courses they offer, admission processes, scholarships, eligibility criteria and its placements. Students got the opportunity to get guidance from the best coaches/ subject matter experts in making right decisions in selecting the right stream. In today's ever dynamic economic landscape, it is imperative, children keep pace with the changing paradigm and are ready to face it with the right set of advice from their teacher's and mentors.
The event was a huge success and taken full advantage of by the students.

Grade X - Workshop on Career Guidance September 20, 2022

A Career Guidance workshop was organized for grade X students. The resource person, Dr Sona Vikas from NorthCap University, is working as a senior faculty of HR and OB in the school of Management and Liberal Studies. She is also a Master Trainer for the ICP- CSR Certificate program (under IICA, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, and Government of India.
Dr Sona shared common concerns that every child has before choosing a career- like confusion about what to do, peer influence, parental pressure, ignorance of future prospects, callousness of taking any subject, perception/bias of students and parents towards traditional and unconventional careers. She guided the students to make informed decisions in choosing a stream and career by keeping in mind their aptitude, interest, personality and scope in the future- like jobs, roles, opportunities (quality & quantity). She also enlisted some popular and trending careers options available in Science, Commerce & Humanities/Arts.
She also focused on how to choose an institute and made them aware about the factors involved in making a choice of college. She apprised them of new age skills required for new age careers, for e.g analytical thinking and innovation, complex problem solving, creativity, originality and initiative, leadership and social influence, emotional intelligence, persuasion and negotiation.
DR Sona shared her own childhood and professional experiences that made the session interactive and interesting. The session ended with DR Sona resolving the queries of the students.

Global Career Fair September 21, 2022

Global Career Fair was organized by Uniwizard- an exclusive Career & University program for school students to meet top University representatives, for grade XI & XII students. Thirty-five Overseas and National Universities participated in the fair. The team of international admissions officers/counsellors from renowned universities brought years of experience in admissions, counselling and guidance that helped in providing information to the students. Some of the prominent Universities that participated were: Victoria University, Australia. Toronto Metropolitan University Canada, Saint James School of Medicine, Indian Institute of Design (IIAD), Ashoka University, Aston University, Bennet University, NIIT University India, Queen's University, Belfast, UK, GD Goenka, Richmond University, UK, University of Kent, UK, Sai University and many more.
The main objective of the fair was to introduce students to careers related to their coursework and to help them identify the key skills needed in order to become a successful professional, along with providing students with opportunities to explore career paths in their respective streams. To gain awareness of colleges/universities and courses they offer, admission processes, scholarships, eligibility criteria and its placements. Students got the opportunity to get guidance from the best coaches/ subject matter experts in making right decisions in selecting the right stream. In today's ever dynamic economic landscape, it is imperative, children keep pace with the changing paradigm and are ready to face it with the right set of advice from their teacher's and mentors.
The event was a huge success and taken full advantage of by the students.

Career Counselling Workshop July 28, 2022

“Direction is more important than speed.”
Career decisions play a significant role in sculpting the future growth and development of students. In today's environment of multiple options, the clouds of vacillation hover over the students. It is exigent that students should receive the right career counselling in order to make well informed decisions and interactions like these end such quests.
In pursuit of the same, a Career Counselling Workshop was organised for the students of Grade X to assist them in the choice of subjects to be taken in Grade XI and the career options available after they choose a particular stream. The workshop was conducted by Ms. HemaChaudhary, motivational speaker and career counsellor.
She apprised the students about various subject choices available in streams like Science, Commerce and Humanities and different career paths. She also highlighted some stream neutral options available for the students. Ms. Hema also motivated the students to choose a career field according to their own area of interest. The workshop was an interactive one and concluded with the question and answer session.

METAMORPHOSIS - Draw a Line: stand up to bullying August 5, 2022

The session “Metamorphosis” organised by Blue Bells Model School, Sector- 4, Gurgaon, was held on a very sensitive topic- “Draw a line: Stand up to bullying”. It was conducted by Dr Alka Saxena- Deputy Director, Health & Wellness, Blue Bells Group of schools.
The participants and the speakers had an interactive session about Bullying, which included the difference between conflict and bullying, Negative impacts of Bullying on the Bully, the Victim, and the Bystander. The children were also advised and provided with certain strategies on how they must stand up to bullying. Several examples of celebrities were given who were bullied in their childhood. The participants were also shown two videos on 'Bullying' and how to be assertive in managing situations at school level. An impactful role play on 'Bullying' by the Blue Bells team was also presented.
To keep the session keen & interactive, a bunch of activities were also organised for the children wherein they were encouraged to share the thoughts from their own perspectives.
A separate group activities like pot painting, drawing and art/craft were conducted with the teachers after showing them the video clip on Bullying- 'Ghungroo' which was taken from the School Cinema.
The session was fruitful and enriched with learning, and was much appreciated by the children.

Grade XII Career Counselling Workshop May 25, 2022

A workshop with grade XII students was organized by outsources agency-Pratham. It was conducted by Ms. Hema Choudhary, a motivational speaker and a Career Counsellor. She trains and coaches thousands of students and teaches General Awareness, Current Affairs, Business Awareness and Scientific Aptitude to Test prep aspirants.
Ms. Hema talked about newly introduced concept of CUET-Common University Entrance Test which is a national-level exam for admission to undergraduate courses in 45 Central Universities. She discussed the key highlights of NEP and gave the detailed & comprehensive information to the students of Science, Commerce & Humanities streams in different slots. Giving details of the Entrance exams-IIT-JEE, NEET and CLAT, she made them aware about the dates, syllabus and study pattern. She also provided information about the neutral careers that a child from any field can pursue, for e.g Law, Management & Mass Communication courses, Journalism, Public relations, Advertising, Film Making, radio Jockeying, Media Planner and so on.
Although agreeing on the expectations of parents, School teachers, Tuition teachers, Siblings and relatives, she stressed that they must choose the careers depending upon their interests, values, intelligence, aptitude and personality. She encouraged the students to simultaneously prepare for entrance exams and not procrastinate. The passionate students will definitely achieve success and will be able to target their goals.

UNVEILING CUET April 26, 2022

Keeping in view the hovering uncertainty and growing need among students for further elucidation on CUET, DAV Public School, Uppal's Southend, Sec 49, Gurugram under the aegis of GPSC, provided an opportunity to the students of class XII to meet the pioneers from DU ADMISSIONS UNIT on - 26 April 2022, 1200 hours onwards.
The session was conducted by experts from Delhi University - Professor GS Tuteja , Joint Dean Students' Welfare, DU and Professor Ranjit Behera, Member Admission Branch, DU, who apprised the students about the detailed process for applying for CUET - thus dissipating their anxiety to a large extent.
Ten students from Shalom Hills International School attended the session which provided clarity on the process of admission into Delhi University. Professor Ranjit Behera, gave a detailed presentation on the structure of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) and the Under-Graduate courses being offered by the university. Professor GS Tuteja reiterated all the main information in a simplified form and answered the queries of the DU aspirants in an interactive session.
The workshop was highly informative and helped the students to gain clarity about CUET and clear their doubts.

Grade-VI & VII Webinar on Vedic Math March 15, 2022

Vedic Mathematics is the ancient system of calculation, which was drawn from the Vedas, between 1911 and 1918 in India. The advantage of Vedic Mathematics is that it allows for uncomplicated problem-solving methods for difficult arithmetic problems and large sums.
In order to equip the students with the techniques of VEDIC MATH, a workshop was organized by Shalom Hills International School, GURGAON for students of classes VI & VII on Tuesday, March 15, 2022. It was conducted by Ms. Kanika Chawla, AVAS and IIVA Vedic Maths and Abacus master trainer.
The workshop sought to apprise students of tricks that they could employ to make their calculations faster and more accurate- whether it is finding the cube roots of big numbers, multiplication of a number with a number of Nines or for two-digit multiplication. The moderator gave various examples and in hand practice to the students to grasp the tricks spontaneously. The students thoroughly enjoyed the techniques of fast calculations through a series of fun activities. Students showed keen interest and participated in the workshop with zeal and enthusiasm.

Counsellor's Forum Webinar- Back to School February 12, 2022

Counsellor's Forum, an initiative of Fortis School Mental Health Program, returned in full swing with an eminent Psychiatrist Dr Samir Parikh- Director- Department of Mental Health & Behavioural Sciences, conducting it. Ms Bhupinder Kaur along with her fellow colleague Ms Kristna attended the webinar on the theme “Back to School”.
Dr Parikh emphasised that the unprecedented times have not only brought the feelings of anxiety, life style changes, distress, loss and grief but also reduction of sports activity, reduction in peer connectedness and significant increase of digital interface among children. Now it's time to readapt and to take care of mental health of children. He firmly said that school should introduce physical stimulated activities for 1 to 2 weeks and the goal is to ensure that children should adjust and have better peer connectivity so that they look forward to coming back to school while following Covid appropriate behaviour. Teachers should focus on activities such as extempore, poster making, skits; explore learning through projects that instil creativity and positive feeling of peer connectedness.
By following hybrid structure, the students should be given time and space. While interacting with the middle/senior children, the school counsellors/teachers should notice signs of withdrawal, school refusal, avoidance of sports and be sensitive and support them by using non-judgemental & non directive approach.

Grade- X Webinar – Pathway to Success February 5, 2022

Too much of confusion & unpredictability among children related to board exams and choosing of careers has brought certain anxieties in young minds, in order to overcome the situation, the in charge of Health & Wellness department, Senior wing- Ms Bhupinder Kaur conducted the webinar on “Pathway to Success”.
The session commenced with a short motivational video of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam highlighting the 4 pillars of success - “to have great aim, continuously acquire knowledge, hard work and perseverance”, and the importance of knowing how to manage failures and criticisms.
To be more realistic and achieve success they were guided to stay focused, pay attention and be honest in giving assessments, being punctual & be a good listener. The children were encouraged to share novel ideas that develop creativity and problem-solving skills and become a divergent thinker. These are also the key elements in achieving success. Key study skills like skimming, chunking, mnemonics and memory enhancement tips were also shared.
Finally, they were told while choosing a career it is required to be aware about their strengths & weaknesses. Intelligence, Interests, Aptitudes and Personality are important psychological factors which vary from child to child and are important while taking crucial and informed decisions.

Webinar – Importance of Adolescent Health in Teen Girls VI-VII January 22, 2022

In order to make the Teen girls aware about their Physical and Mental Health, a webinar was conducted for the girls of grade VI & VII by Ms Bhupinder Kaur, the in charge of Health & Wellness Department, senior wing. The main focus was on Physical Health- the Puberty, Mental Health- Sexual Abuse and the POCSO guidelines.
She stated that Puberty is a biological change and sexual maturation that occurs during the transition from childhood to adulthood and the onset of puberty begins at the age of 11 and it varies from child to child. This transitional phase not only brings change in physical attributes but also certain changes due to emotional factors attached as a normal course of human development.
The young teens were informed that while growing it is important to take care of hygiene and also to be more acquainted with the right information from trusted adults. They were also made aware about the POCSO guidelines and the sexual offences and violence against girls and the punishment process. Also how to distance themselves from the people who are cause of discomfort and embarrassment.
The girls enthusiastically participated in discussions with ample of queries opening up and expressing freely.

Webinar - Know your E-waste: An Eco-System Update January 18, 2022

With India's status as the 3rd largest E-waste generator of the world, after China and USA, a Webinar on E-Waste Awareness was organised for the students of class VI by the NGO- SAAHAs. The webinar highlighted the current status of electronic waste management in India and the existing policies.
The session was conducted by Ms Panni Verma, a project Manager at Saahas Gurugram. She defined E-waste as any electrical equipment, whole or in part discarded as waste by the consumer as well as rejects from manufacturing, refurbishment and repair processes. She discussed the health hazards due to unauthorized recycling. She updated about the latest developments pertaining to E-waste management in the city. The main focus was on current arrangement of E-waste management and what is the way forward to come up with better strategies and policies for an efficient management of E-waste.
The session was followed by a round of questions and answers which were diligently answered by Ms. Panni Verma. The workshop was very informative, interactive and the students enjoyed the whole session.

VI-X Online Engagement for Young Warrior Movement 29th July-19th August 2021

As a CBSE, YuWaah & UNICEF initiative, a series of online live YouTube videos were shown on different topics to make the students (Young Warriors) understand of right protocols, to ensure Covid appropriate behaviour, mental health among other. Through expressive activities of poetry, theatre and other art forms, students will inspire positive change and action in their communities.
In Stress Buster session students were made aware of their emotions and themselves during the pandemic. Emotion Floor Plan Drawing activity was conducted in Life Skill class. Fake News sessions helped them to learn how to advocate and promote right information by learning to identify fake news. In recovery Tale session students learnt how to take care of the immediate surroundings and family members. They were informed about the signs they need to look out for Covid. During the last session-Super Young Warriors- students understood ways of extending support within their communities to help them fight the Covid-19 pandemic

Grades VII & VIII Sanskrit Workshop August 11, 2021

Sanskrit has recently become a much sought-after language across the world. Almost all the scriptures related to Hinduism are written in Sanskrit. Sanskrit is now being given special importance in competitive examinations.
To inculcate interest in Sanskrit among the children, a Sanskrit workshop was organized for the students of grades VII & VIII. Professor Sardendu Tripathi of Banaras Hindu University was invited as the keynote speaker.
Expressing the importance of Sanskrit, he told the students that all subjects are originated from Sanskrit, whether it is science or astronomy, yoga or medicine. Today, at the time of worship in every region of the world, mantras are recited in Sanskrit, so Sanskrit is called a world-class language.
To make Sanskrit interesting and to memorize quickly, he advised the students to memorize the words and forms by singing in a rhythmic manner. He said that if the pronunciation and sentence formation of the verses are sung according to the verses, then it will not only be interesting but also easy to memorize. Many methods of grammar were also clarified in the workshop in a simple way. The workshop was very interesting and informative. Students participated in this workshop with great interest.

Webinar on Significance of English Language in Modern Life Grade X August 13, 2021

An enriching Webinar was conducted by the English Department on the topic 'Significance of English Language in Modern Life' for the students of Grade XI and XII of Shalom Hills International School on the occasion of the Founder's Week of the school. The Guest for the Webinar was Dr. Neepa Sarkar, Assistant Professor, Mount Carmel College, Bangalore. She teaches both UG and PG courses. Dr. Sarkar is also a writer, a poet and a freelance editor. She has won numerous national and international awards and published research articles in international journals and presented papers in many national and international conferences.
Shalomites showed immense interest in her talk about how English Language was a part of our everyday lives especially story telling. With numerous examples of popular books and stories she enlightened the students on the subject of the significance of English. An interactive session towards the end of the Webinar was exceedingly engaging and content driven.

Grades VII & VIII Sanskrit Workshop August 11, 2021

Sanskrit has recently become a much sought-after language across the world. Almost all the scriptures related to Hinduism are written in Sanskrit. Sanskrit is now being given special importance in competitive examinations.
To inculcate interest in Sanskrit among the children, a Sanskrit workshop was organized for the students of grades VII & VIII. Professor Sardendu Tripathi of Banaras Hindu University was invited as the keynote speaker.
Expressing the importance of Sanskrit, he told the students that all subjects are originated from Sanskrit, whether it is science or astronomy, yoga or medicine. Today, at the time of worship in every region of the world, mantras are recited in Sanskrit, so Sanskrit is called a world-class language.
To make Sanskrit interesting and to memorize quickly, he advised the students to memorize the words and forms by singing in a rhythmic manner. He said that if the pronunciation and sentence formation of the verses are sung according to the verses, then it will not only be interesting but also easy to memorize. Many methods of grammar were also clarified in the workshop in a simple way. The workshop was very interesting and informative. Students participated in this workshop with great interest.

Grade VI Hindi Workshop August 11, 2021

A Hindi workshop was organized in the literary festival for the students of class VI. The theme of the workshop was Poetry Ras. The resource person, Dr. Krishna, told the students about Kavya Ras. How a poem is composed through Poetic Ras, problems faced in writing poetry and how they can be tackled. She gave detailed information about the various Ras used in Hindi. Emphasis was placed on the use of rhyming words in poems.
Emphasizing on the importance of poetry in Hindi, she said that "To read, to teach, to teach everyone, to advance the Hindi language. We have to take this message to the masses.”
Through this workshop, Dr. Krishna also recited poems written by her to the students. The students were mesmerized after hearing the poem. After listening to the poem, the students asked their questions. The students felt a sense of confidence and joy through the workshop. They got a new experience by attending this workshop. It helped to develop their listening skills, creativity, contemplation and confidence.

Career Counselling Workshop 9th July 2021

Career Counselling Workshop was organized for grade X which was conducted by Ms Sushma Singh -leading Career Counsellor, recently working as a college advisor at the American Excelsior School, has her own rich experience to share, worked as acareercounsellor with Modern School, Barakhamba Road and is a co-founder as well the director of one of the leading career counselling groups-Career Smart. Choosing a career for 15-year-old is the hardest yet most exciting as at this age children are most confused while selecting the various subject to be taken after grade 10th. Ms Sushma said the children should be well prepared whereas sometimes chance or luck also plays an important role. In order to make their careers successful as well in order to please the parents, the two parties-Parents and The Child need to sit together and take decision. It is important to 'Know About Yourself'- Abilities, Interest and Personality. If still in turmoil- the psychometric aptitude tests conducted by career counsellors is the reliable source to get authentic information about an individual's attributes. She also focused on skills required in technology driven society to have excellent communication/interpersonal skills& leadership qualities, good with numbers, analytical programming & logical skills, problem solving and good administration skills. She helped the students by differentiating various career options (traditional/new) keeping the market demand in mind in Science, Commerce and applicable for all the fields. In the end, Q&A round helped the students clarified their certain doubts & queries. It was truly an enriching & interactive sessions wherein the children will be able to take positive and informed decisions before selectinga suitable career of their choice.

Virtual Educational Fair 7th & 8th July 2021

In association with theInternational Centre for Advancement in Education- ICAE, New Delhi, aVirtual Educational Fair was organized for grades XI & XII.Like every year, this year too,the senior graders got the opportunity to meet the delegates from overseas as well Indian Universities. The event concluded on 8th July during which the students got their queries resolved on various courses (Major/Minor) being offered, eligibility criteria, admission & application processes at the undergraduate level and fee structure. The students interacted individually with the panellists in the break out rooms after the small presentation shown by each representative. The students gathered information about the uniqueness and strengths of each university and how it is different from others in terms of courses, eligibility, extracurricular activities or scholarships offered. St George University- School of Medicines, University of Lethbridge, Lakehead University, Ottawa University, Canada, UTS College Australia, Singapore University of Management-SIM, Istituto Marangoni, ESSEC University & Education USA were among the Overseas Universities that participated in the event. Among the Indian Universities were Plaksha, Flame University, Ashoka University, KREA University & OP Jindal University. Overall, it was an enriching experience that helped the students in taking informed decisions while choosing careers abroad and within the nation to pursue higher studies.

Summer Online Course-Hospitality & Luxury Management X-XII 31st May-9th June

The Foundation course on Hospitality and Luxury Management, organized by Vedatya Institute, was attended by students of grades X-XII. Organizing such courses helps them in getting vocational guidance which will further help them in exploring future career prospects and build up the suitable interests according to their choices. The course was structured in the form of two-hour input sessions with assessments on the eighth day. Students gained valuable insights into trends that matter in the luxury and hospitality industries. They were introduced to academic master classes in service excellence, contemporary trends as well as practical workshops in culinary, fine wines and cocktail mixology. The program provided the perfect introduction to the exciting, fast-growing and professionally rewarding industry. They were also made aware about how to write professional CV's and building LinkedIn profiles. At the end of the course, the participants were asked to make presentation on different topics, in groups. The children had the opportunity to meet chef John Rajan in an interactive Q/A round wherein they cleared their queries related to the working of commercial kitchen as well as latest food trends.

Pro-Social Peer Moderator Program 17th May-23rd May 2021

Every year the students of grades XI & XII participate under various Internship programs & Pro-Social Peer Moderator Series. This year, an online series of workshops were organized for psychology enthusiasts by the Fortis School Mental Health department under the program - Summer of 2021. The webinars were conducted by leading Psychiatrist and the Director of Fortis Mental Health Department Dr. Samir Parikh. The themes to learn Life Skills in Application included Aggression Management, Media Literacy, Risk Behavior Management, Gender Sensitivity, Study & Exam Skills, caring for the Environment and Bully to Buddy. The webinars were deigned for easy comprehension that would help them to implement skills in real life-based situations. It would also help spread the skills among their peers as a transfer of learning in order to bring out a positive impact in their lives. Each theme was thought provoking that left every child with an enriched experience. The values taught by Dr Parikh's with his own experiences had their own impact.

Grade X - Career Counselling Session 27th Feb 2021

A career counselling session was organized for grade X students. It was conducted by Dr Sona Vikas, a senior faculty of HR & OB in the school of management, IILM University. A qualified professional with more than 21 years of rich experience in industry and academics,she is a master trainer for the ICP-CSR certificate programme (under IICA, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India). The guest speaker introduced the career options post-pandemic and informed the children about the right choices they can make in the technology driven world. With revolutionarychanges in roles the children will no more be opting for traditional courses. Ms Sona focused upon the top 15 soft skills like Analytical thinking and innovation, complex problem solving, technology use, monitoring and control, emotional intelligence, critical thinking and analysis, that will be required in every child for the year 2025. She explored various future options like Liberal Arts & Education, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Technology, Psychology, Entrepreneurship etc. She guided the children to prepare for skills enhancement, self- development and higher education,to be aware about the news & current affairs and to focus on extra-curricular activities, volunteering, networking & virtual/Net etiquettesin grades XI-XII. It was a very informative session for the children.

Inter-dynasty Slogan Writing competition February 19,2021

Basant Panchami is an occasion which also marks the onset of the 'Spring Season'. To mark the festival of Basant Panchami, an Inter-dynasty Slogan Writing Competition was organized for the students of grades VII and VIIIon 19 February.Keeping the event in mind the childrencreated interesting slogans showcasing their creativity and thought-processes. They adorned their works remarkably in hues of yellow, ochre and lovely green. The works proved to be a wonderful combination of wit and art which was highly appreciated by the judges.The criteria of judgment wereneatness, creativity and presentation. That the students thoroughly enjoyed the activity, was clearly evident from their excitement and works.

VI-VIII How to Manage Exam Stress February 16-22, 2021

Workshops on “How to Manage Examination Stress” were taken by the senior counsellor, Ms Bhupinder Kaur, during life skill classes. This academic year brought a lot of confusion wherein children showed disinterest towards studies, suffered from low self-esteem, lack of concept building and low participation in online classroom discussions. Thus, it became mandatory to make the children understand the importance of online assessments and how to cope with pressures. The important points discussed were how to create a goal-based schedule, prioritize time and organize self. Lack of motivation and participation, low confidence, learning skill gaps, not understanding how to study well and lack of support are certain factors that come in their wayofscoring well. The ten strategies to deal with such anxieties were discussed. Children were advised never to lose hope if they were not able to perform in earlier assessments.Developing consistent schedule, planning time, believing in one's own strengths, being organized, maintaining the revision schedule and working on enhancing memory techniques will help them in achieving goals and success. The Q/A round helped them to overview their performance and express their thoughts openly.

Career Awareness Programme-Company Secretary January 28, 2021

Shalom Hills International School not only aspires to provide holistic development to the students but is equally concerned about the overall development of the students. To empower the students and enhance their practical knowledge, the school not only conducts workshops and seminars in the school premises but also provides opportunities to the students to attend different career counselling programmes. Mr. Himanshu Sharma, Executive, ICSI took an online session on Company Secretary. He informed about the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), a premier national professional body constituted under an Act of Parliament, namely the Company Secretaries Act, 1980 (Act No. 56 of 1980) to regulate and develop the profession of Company Secretaries. The ICSI imparts Company Secretaries Course by Distance Learning,provides study material to all registered students, allows students to pursue the Course through self-study mode, along with class room teaching facility at select places through Regional Councils/ Chapters on payment of extra fee.E-learning facility through web-based training and live virtual classroom is also available. Mr. Himanshu Sharma elaborated on what the Company Secretaries Course is and appreciated the students about the knowledge they possessed about the subject. Thestudents were also in formed about the registration procedure.

Workshop by Matific Math 23rd January 2021

An online workshop was organized on 23rd January 2021 by the Matific Math Group for KG and class –I teachers for their upcoming new launch of their digital Math platform for kids in this new digital normal world.This group is into homeschooling through the matific interface. Maths generally has a little fear factor for many and every child takes their own journey for learning different concept at its own pace. The resource person, Mr. Ankit Sahu, introduced the launch of a new digital user-friendly interface for both teachers/parents and students.Through this they have built unique sequence of interactive and game-based platform for different concepts that are taken up in Math. It has a unique real time inbuilt reporting system that will allow teachers and parents to track the students' progress at every step of their learning journey.It covers the school curriculum andhas multiplayer scenario in online games and activities so as to give each child a healthy competitive edge as well.It has personalised training zone wherein parents and teachers can also be involved in the same. The app has different student and teacher interface.The live demo to operate and work on same was given and explained. Overall, the app and the content looked good, however, it needs to be explored more and mapped with the actual curriculum of class -1.
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Adopted the New Normal- Challenges and Its After Effects 20th Nov-26th November 2020-VIII 26th Nov-27th November 2020- IX

“Adopted the New Normal- Challenges and its after effects”, yet another important theme was addressed to the students by the senior counsellor Ms Bhupinder Kaur. Separate sessions were conducted in grades VIII and IX. First of all the children were apprised about how important it is that every individual adopted the new normal andcopedwith the Covid-19 situation. Was it for the betterment or worse? Children were invited to give their insights on same. The most worrisome part of virtual classes is that children begin to spend lot of time playing online games,which not only affects their regular schedule, but also the physical and psychological health. Some of the negative points of being at home all the time are reduced physical activity, getting up late in the morning,reduced attention and social connections, declined academic performance, poor self-esteem and too much exposure to social media. The children were advised to equip themselves with indoor activities like meditation, breathing control exercises or playing & spending time with family and siblings, also do video call when they miss their friends and extended families. They were strictly told to not watch or play games that depict violent behaviour. With the interactive sessionthe children realized that they could relate with their own selves and got encouraged to change their life style for the better.
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CBSE IBM EdTech Webinar - Artificial Intelligence 30th November 2020

CBSE IBM EdTech Youth Challenge India is a competition organized by CBSE and IBM to give students an opportunity to work with experts from IBM and its partners to tackle pressing sustainability, climate, and disaster issues through the use of emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence. Participation in this exciting challenge enables students to tackle challenges and help humanity look after our worldbetter. Students of grade 11 along with faculty members of Computer Science department enthusiastically participated in this workshop organised on 30th November2020. The workshop on a current topic “ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE”,was conducted on zoom by Mr.Krishna. He started with basic concepts related to AI like NPL, types of AI, uses and motives. His interaction with the students, use of graphics and captivating videos made the session come to life. Modern developing concepts of Amazon Go and other such projects were explained in an interactive manner. The topic of use of AI in achieving the 17 development goals of the world till 2030 was discussed motivating students to come up with their own innovative ideas. Links of websites of courses from IBM on AI were shared. Mr. Krishna answered all the questions and shared his experiences making the workshop engaging and enthralling. Towards the end, future projects were shared and students were encouraged to present their ideas for development by the means of a website named “impactersworld.com”. This session truly helped the students comprehend the science behind the working of an AI.
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Workshop : Know About Yourself-The Puberty 7th November 2020

A session with grade VI girls on the topic “Know About Yourself- The Puberty” was taken by the senior counsellor-Ms Bhupinder Kaur. The young girls were familiarised with the concept of puberty. The session made them aware about certain physical changes that happen internally and externally and how to cope and adapt with the changes. Puberty can be confusing and an awkward time for girls. Most children begin to experience large growth spurts around the age of eleven.
Girls were guided about the onset of menstruation, a sign of normal, healthy reproductive process that often occurs close to the age of thirteen. Girls were advised not to panic or get worried and seek correct information from the guardians, parents, teachers or counsellors and to not depend on media that may lead to misleading and wrong information. Few parents also attending the workshop were told to empathize and reassure their daughters that it is a normal phase of growth and development that every woman goes through.
At the end, girls were guided on how to maintain personal hygiene and to monitor the menstruation cycle by maintaining a diary or marking through calendar. The inquisitive girls expressed their fears, doubts and anxieties in the Q/A round. The parents appreciated the efforts taken by the school for arranging such sessions for girls and looked forward for more sessions with the parents on need-based topic.
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WORKSHOP-EXAM STRESS AND ANXIETY November 5, 2020

“Set peace of mind as your highest goal, and organize your life around it.” —Brian Tracy
Stress, pressure, anxiety have become an integral and inseparable part of everyone's life today, be it children or adults, all the more so in this time of pandemic. Constantly living under stress can have serious repercussions on the mental, emotional, physical and even social well-being of a person. Hence, coping with negative pressure and stress is very imperative to leading a happy, healthy, peaceful and meaningful life.
We were very fortunate and honoured that our beloved Founder and Chairperson, Dr (Mrs.) Lilly George, arranged a session for grade XII children with Ms. Jayshree Mehta, an independent consultant and life-skills trainer. She commenced the session by explaining what anxiety is and how the cycle of anxiety works. Stating that one can not just wish stress away, she shared strategies to cope with it. Talking about Neuro-plasticity, she informed that the brain is continuously evolving. To keep it alert we need to challenge it.
Her workshop deconstructed the heavy concepts surrounding behavioural studies into useful guidelines and accessible knowledge. The tips provided during the session to transform distress into eustress were practical and worth implementing.
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Road Safety Webinar July 31, 2020

“Life is precious. No one has the right to take any life, be it human or animal.” These were the words of Mr. Manoj Chandel, a senior Traffic Police Officer, who conducted the webinar on 'Road Safety' for the students of classes IX-XII of Shalom Hills International School. Laying out some important rules and regulations for safe driving, he asked the students to be aware and conscious commuters. Stating that the state spends an enormous amount of money on constructing over-bridges and under-passes, he encouraged everyone to make proper use of them while crossing roads, along with the zebra crossings. He also explained the meaning and practical use of the orange light at intersections, and the purpose of the various lanes on the roads. He clarified the role of the traffic police by saying that they ensure discipline on the roads just as parents do at home and teachers in school.He urged the children to be responsible commuters, andcalled the webinar more a Life-saving webinar than a Road-safety one.He requested the children to insist on their parents following the traffic rules, wearing seat-belts in cars and helmets of specified quality while driving two-wheelers. The session ended with a question-answer round. The students asked their queries without inhibition with Mr. Manoj satisfying them with great patience and gentleness.

Virtual Educational Fair 27th-28th July 2020

Virtual Educational Fair,conducted by International Centre for Advancement in Education- ICAE, New Delhi,was organized forgrades XI-XII on 27th& 28th July. ICAE invited the senior children of Indian and Overseas Universities to avail an opportunity to interact with panelists of IndianUniversities on 27th July and overseas on 28th July. The team of international admissions officers/counsellors from renowned universitiesbrought years of experience in admissions, counselling and guidance that helped in providing information to the students. Pearl Academy, UPES- Dehradun, Flame University, Shiv Nadar, O.PJindal, Academy of Pastry and Krea University were among the Indian Universities invited. The Overseas Universitiesinvited, to name a few, were Institute of Marangoni, University of Ottawa, Canada, Queen's University, University of Windsor, University of Victoria, Canada, ESSEC Business School and Lakehead University Canada. The children were helped with admission requirements and placement processes and the courses available at the undergraduate level these Universities offers; choice of programs, and thus helping them in making informed decisions in finalizing a suitable course and any other topic relevant for studying abroad and within the country. Each University highlighted its uniqueness and strengths and how it is different from others in terms of courses, eligibility, extracurricular activities or scholarships offered.

Life Skill Workshop “Negative Impact of Social Media” Grade-VI 23rd May 2020

An online workshop on 'Negative Impact of Social Media' was conducted by the senior counsellor for the students of VI. The children were familiarized with the various social networking sites like Snap chats, Face book, You tube, their negative impacts were highlighted-like acquiring hate speech, decrease in interpersonal skills, risk of identity theft, cyber bullying- and its emotional implications. Tips on how to stay safe online were also shared like to never share personal details and information, to be vigilant and watch out for phishing and scam, think before posting and to be aware of whom they are talking to, also to follow privacy norms before signing into any social site. They were also apprised about the various dangerous signs that should not be ignored, for e.g if someone tries to insist on having address or contact no, if the person emails objectionable pictures or asks them to post/ email their own pictures, tries to convince to keep the chats secret and asks them to meet without parents' consent. Young Shalomites showed interest and made the session interactive by sharing their experiences and enhancing knowledge on Social Media.

Grades VI-VIII Workshop on “Path to Success & How to Prepare for Examination”

With the aim to overcome examination stress group counselling sessions were takenin the early month of February by the senior counselor,Ms.BhupinderKaur&MsMitu Singh, for the students of classes VI-VIII. The sessions were planned to introspect and understand the causes of stress during examination and how to cope with the pressure. Children were informed to communicate and express feelings and emotions to parents, teachers and counsellor, avoid negative talk & enjoy giving exams with a positive mind set. It is very important to set realistic goals by knowing current status of marks and, recognize strengths & weaknesses. They were also encouraged to prioritize their tasks through activity scheduling.It was stressed to STOP procrastinating which will help them in introspecting to identify excuses, working on easier tasks first,commitment to finish task,breaking large tasks into smaller units, seeking help when the task seems difficult, eliminating distractions,taking breaks to avoid wearing down and rewardingthemselves! Key study skills to beat the exam stress were discussed - studying in a proper environment to minimize distractions, studying for 40-45 minutes at a stretch with regular breaks of 5-10 minutes each, 15 minutes to listen to instrumental music, doing 'e' exercise to improve focus and attention span, fast reading and focusing on key words to enhance concentration and learning, highlighting words and phrases, note-making and use of Mnemonics,and also self-testing which can help them in evaluating themselves better before examinations. It has been rightly said that no body can define success for children but they themselves can.

Webinar on Path to Success 27th January 2020

A session of Webinar on Path to Success was conducted in association with “Fortis School Mental Health Program” for the class X students to promote the emotional well-being of students during exams. The online interactions allowed the students across the country to reach out to Dr. Parikh directly unhindered by geographical barriers.
Dr. Parikh gave the children an insight on study tips and told the children to know their strengthsand learn from setbacks, to create theright environment to study at their table and to avoid studying on the bed. Keeping an uncluttered study table, watching minimal TV, time planning, listening to instrumental music, playing a sport, avoidingintake of caffeine, healthy diet and good sleep for at least 7-8 hours are a must. To enhance visual concentration students were guided to do the 'e' exercise while taking breaks in the maintained study schedule. Children who are more relaxed perform better as compared to the students who are stressed and awake till late hours. The students were also guided to do self-evaluation by taking weekly self-tests and reviews of the performance and to reward and rate themselves on a five point scale. Dr. Parikh informed that typically memory loss takes place within the first 24 hours of studying and then weekly. For best results they students should maintain a revision chart on day 1, 2, 7, 15 and 30 to monitor their progress. While revising they should read only the notes and the highlighted sections by doing skimming and using the technique of Mnemonics.
Webinar concluded with a question and answer round in which Dr. Parikh answered the students' queries through the chat box for open and direct communication.

Winter Internship at Vedatya Institute 7th Jan-10th Jan 2020

The opportunity was provided to class XI students to attend an internship programme in Vedatya Institute to introduce them to contemporary themes that have potential to be developed into career paths and provide value in terms of skills & knowledge required to enhance life skills in general. The students chose Digital Marketing & Role of Artificial Intelligence AND Learning about Entrepreneurship as a theme towards the program. Digital Marketing program allowed students to discuss & analyse the main concepts & theories underlying digital marketing. It also offered exposure to AI as a tool driving digital marketing efficiency and impact. Learning about Entrepreneurship program allowed students to discuss and analyze the main traits that are seen in successful entrepreneur. Basic training to construct an 'idea' into an actionable 'business plan' was also a part of the program. Concepts and theories underlying entrepreneurship were also discussed. Students interacted with a range of entrepreneurs to understand their journey and got guidance on how to pursue that as a career path.

Empowering Self: Social Media & Responsible Decision making 19th December 2019

Students of grade XI of Shalom Hills International School attended a workshop on 'Social Media & Responsible Decision Making', conducted by Ms. NilyaDutt – Counseling Psychologist of Fortis Mental Health Department. The aim of the workshop was to awarethe children regarding the time spent on social internet sites that not only affects health, attention, impaired relationships with peers, parents but also reduces academic performance. Ms.Nilya also expressed that behavior is mostly acquired through observational learning.With gadgets & mobile phones becominga necessity with the children now,they lack in interpersonal and communication skills.As opposed to earlier times, parents give mobile phones to two-year-old children resulting in behavioural complications. The way Google influences an individual's choices/preferences was also discussed in detail.
For better concentration and memory, the resource person specified the need for digital-detox i.e., switching off the mobile phones wherein the children can put the efforts by putting the notifications down, handing over the mobile phones to parents& staying away for let's say 10, 15, 25 minutes and so on.In a way one needs to reduce weight by doing planking.

Playnomics Workshop (Grade XI) November 13, 2019

A highly experiential and interactive workshop was organized by ISBF(Indian School of Business and Finance) for the Commerce students of grade XI. The session started with the briefing of the students by theresource persons, Ms. Navniand Mr. Kaushik. The activity started with the creation of a market scenario and the students were divided into 8 different teams. Each team represented a different country. The teams were given resources like pencils, paper and scissors etc. to produce goods from the given resources and to sell in the market within a given time period. Through the activity the students learnt the working of a market scenario and skills required to survive and work in a competitive environment. After the activity, Ms. Navni explained the learning outcome of the activity and discussed the relevance of international market as well. The session concluded with the students' feedback on the activity.

Grade IV and V Enjoy Tikling Adventure Camp September 27, 2019

'The true essence of life lies in the company of good friends and performing great adventures'. A trip full of adventures is the best way to make the students learn. In order to rejuvenate, an adventurous trip to Camp Tikkling at Rocksport, Gurugram was organized for students of grades IV and V. The students were apprised about the precautions to be followed during the camping activities and then divided into small groups along with their assigned instructors and teachers to enjoy the activities. The excitement among the students and the teachers was palpable. Plethora of activities that were provided proved beneficial for the students to build confidence, sportsmanship and team spirit. The Camp was an exhilarating experience as the students indulged in activities varying from Body Zorb ,Gorilla Cave , Commando net , Sport climbing , Tug of war , Tent pitching ,Hop scotch ,Commando crawl , Vertical ladder with other activities like tractor ride and pottery. The students participated in each activity with full gusto and zeal. The power packed day amidst high thrills and skills engulfed everyone and was an electrifying experience. The students enjoyed themselves, and relished the sumptuous meal.

Trip to “Heritage Transport Museum”, Gurgaon, Manesar 12th &13th September 2019

Visits are not just fun but also provide insight into the information that the place depicts. For enhancing the same information, a trip to the Heritage Transport Museum, Manesar, was organized for the students of class 2 on 12th and 13th September, 2019. This trip involved looking at the various
displays at the museum which showed the evolution of transport over the years and also had vintage transportation exhibits in it. There is everything from carts run on wooden wheels to vintage railway saloon and aircraft as well as marine
transport. The students also saw a visual depiction of the concept in the form of a short film. The children enjoyed to their fullest and came back with their minds full of new and freshly gained knowledge.

Workshop on 'Adolescence Health' August 19, 2019

Adolescence (from Latin adolescere, meaning 'to grow, to mature') is a transitional stage of physical and psychological development that generally occurs during the period from puberty to legal adulthood.
The change in mindset and the awareness is only possible if the school and parents give proper and appropriate information to the young generation. It is important to impart basic knowledge about menstruation at school. Good menstrual hygiene can help prevent any kind of pelvic inflammatory diseases and infections.
Keeping this in mind, SHIS organized an informative workshop on 'Adolescence Health' for girls of class V. Dr. Pakhee Aggarwal (Senior Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology) from the renowned Fortis Memorial Research Institute conducted the workshop wherein she educated the young scholars about the rapid physical growth and significance of physical, emotional and psychological changes. During the workshop, the students were told about the science behind menstruation and the myths surrounding it. The girls were also taught basic hygiene that should be maintained during periods.
At the end of the workshop, it was overwhelming to see the students, asking adolescence-related queries with so much confidence and getting their queries resolved. It was an informative and interactive session, targeting the adolescence stage.

Adolescent Health & Menstrual hygiene for girls 19th AUGUST, 2019

A workshop was conducted by the school on 19th August, 2019 to raise awareness among the adolescent girls about their health and menstrual hygiene by Dr. Pakhee Aggarwal, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon. She explained the girls about the various methods and steps to be taken during their menstrual time.
Girls also cleared all their doubts by asking several questions from the doctor. The workshop was attended by the girls of grade fifth and sixth of Shalom Hills International School and Seventh, Shalom Presidency School.

Hindi Guest Lecturefor Grade X Students 7th August 2019

A guest lecture, highlighting the importance of Hindi Vyakran, was organised onAugust 7,2019. Ms.BhartiAnand, a renownd resource person and experienced Hindi faculty, helped the students of GradeXlearn many interesting and new things about Hindi LekhenBhag.
The knowledge the students gained during the course of this guest lecture will help them to understand the Hindi language more easily in future. The students enjoyed the session and interacted freely with the resource person.

SUMMER EXCURSION TO CAMP JUNGA-SHIMLA May 27 – 31, 2019

With the aim of integrating learning with fun activities, Shalom Hills International School organized an excursion for the students of grades XI & XII to Camp Junga, Shimla form May 27 to 31, 2019.
Filled with excitement the students assembled in the school on May 27 at about 8:30 pm to embark on the adventure trip. The students arrived at the Flag House Resort the next morning. Their first activity was a trek up to the old Junga Fort, the palace of erstwhile Junga Princely State. The second day the children were taken on a river trek and engaged in zip lining. Some students refreshed themselves in the coolness of the river water. This was followed by a night trek under the star lit sky. The final day foud the children enjoying leisure filled day on the mall road of Shimla, shopping for their family members.
The children returned to school thrilled and exhilarated

PSYCHOLOGY SUMMER INTERNSHIP-FORTIS

The Department of Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences at Fortis Healthcare, Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI) branch in Gurgaon held its annual week long Summer Workshops for school students during June. Having attended the sessions in the past year, the students were interested in revisiting the workshops this time as well.
The students were addressed by psychiatrists, psychologists, sports psychologists, psycho-oncologists, art therapists and various other counsellors during the workshops. Every session comprised of discussions and activities based on psychological concepts and principles. Children learnt about clinical mental disorders and their effects on patients. They had a glimpse on how psychological interviews and mental health examinations are conducted, the relationship between a therapist and the client, and techniques regarding remedial processes that are applied in real life.
It is important to note that children were introduced to psychology and its applied fields such as health psychology, organisational psychology and sports psychology. One of their sessions was taken by an art therapist where we were made to draw timelines and discuss life experiences in detail. In conclusion, the Summer Workshops at Fortis are very worthwhile, rewarding, insightful and engaging.

ICAE Global University Fair 22nd May 2019

The Global University Fair for Grades XI & XII was organized and conducted by the International Centre for Advancement in Education, New Delhi. The event was facilitated by the Vice Principal, Mr. Madhukar Priya. The team of international admission officers/counsellors from renowned universities, visited the school campus and brought years of experience in admissions, counselling and guidance that helped in providing information to students, counsellors and other education providers in the school by interacting with them under one roof.
Trinity College Dublin, UIV-University of Victoria, Canada, OP Jindal University, India, Academy of Pastry Art, SIM-Singapore Institute of Management, IIAD- Indian Institute of Art & Design are the names of few Universities to mention.
The broad objectives of holding the fair was to create awareness about the undergraduate education opportunities available in these universities; to facilitate interaction between the faculty/students and the visiting admission officers, thereby enabling a discussion about the application processes, choice of programs, finalizing a suitable course and any other topic relevant for studying abroad; to enable exchange of ideas between the management of the school and the visiting delegates in order to establish stronger links for potential collaborations in the future.

Career Counselling Workshop 30th April 2019

A career based workshop was conducted by Ms. Prashanti, Assistant Professor, Vedatya Institute, for class XII students. She helped the students to introspect that career is not equal to work which is an outdated perspective instead career is equal to life. “A career is a lifetime of work, learning, leisure and relationships and learning how to balance those life activities”.
She advised the students that before choosing a good career they should think, explore/research options, reflect, evaluate, pursue the idea, reject and think again. She highlighted the difference between Traditional (STEM) - Science, Technology, Engineering & Math & Non- Traditional career options. Non-Traditional careers constitute and varies from Photography, Animation, Stock Broking, Wellness, Mass Media/Journalism, Writing, Hospitality & Designing, Art/Architecture, Forestry, Archaeology. She explored more careers options related to Design & Hospitality in detail.
At the end Ms. Sumeen Khanna encouraged the students to participate in Summer internships programs that is scheduled in end of May & 1st week of June. The earned certificates add the credentials in child's profile & help in further education and getting placements.

Career Counselling Workshop For Grade XI April 30,2019

Shalom Hills international Schoolarranged a workshop on 'Career Counselling' at IILM for the students of Class XI, to help them gain clarity in choosing their careers.
The resource person, Ms.Ritu, started the session with some real life experiences which was enlightening for the students. Thereafter,she started an interactive session with the students asking their aims and aspirations in life. The students participated enthusiastically in it. They were guided for various career options (and their related educational qualifications) which they can opt for, like career in aviation engineering, business management, commercial designing, public relations, medicines, food technology etc.
Dr. Gandhi, the Career Counsellor, mainly emphasized on “FOCUS ON YOUR DIRECTION RATHER THAN DEGREES”. She encouraged the students to streamline their interests towards career by giving various “Career Aptitude Tests” available online. It was followed by an open session, where students asked their queries comfortably and were answered satisfactorily. Over all the session was awakening and informative.

Sanskriti MUN 2019 24th April-26th April 2019

Shalomites participated in the Sanskriti MUN conference held from 24th April to 26th April 2019 in Sanskriti School, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. In today's scenario, it has become the need of the hour for the present generation to be receptive to the pressing issues of the world. The conference aimed to welcome the diverse opinions and perspectives of each student to understand the global politics and international relations.
In the three day conference, our students competed with the best schools of India and abroad in various committees; UNCA, Politburo of CCP, Disarmament and International Security Committee, United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and All India Political Parties Meet. They exhibited their skills in research, diplomacy, policy making, and debating during the conference.
We are glad to share that Ananya Acharya; class XII-C bagged the Honourable mention in UNCA, as a journalist represented the Indian Express for Disarmament and International Security Committee.
Proudly, our students became the 'voices' for the millions of people in the world.

Career Counseling Grade XII April 23, 2019

A highly informative and interactive workshop on Career counselingwas organized by IILM in Gurgaon. The session was conducted by Professor Ritu.The discussion during the workshop catered to certain topics such as-
1. Activity of introducing without speaking.
2. Goals of life
3. Two important things at this point of life.
Second resource person was Dr. SonaVikas.She explained how to select and categorize their career options. Along with that they were apprised about how colleges streamline their selection which can help the children to understand and work on the same. Points to keep in mind while searching for colleges are-
1. Quality of education
2. Placement security by campus
3. Training to groom an all-round personality
The students found the session quite helpful.

Pro-Social Peer Moderator Program: Caring for The Environment 18th April 2019

The workshop on 'Caring for the Environment', organized by Mental Health Dept. of Fortis Hospital, was attended by the students of class IX & XI, accompanied by the Senior Counsellor, Ms. Bhupinder Kaur. Borrowing insights from Ecopsychology, this experimental workshop sought to expand the emotional connection between individuals and the Natural World, applying lessons from life skills to make sustainable life choices.
Ms. Divya Jain, along with her team, apprised everyone of the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch- GPGP”, largest accumulation of the World's plastic garbage located between Hawaii & California. Almost 2.41 million tons of plastic is dumped in the ocean every year. The GPGP patch is of the size of a continent, estimated to be approx. 1.6 Sq. Kms.
The workshop started with 'Situation Analysis of Environmental Issues' wherein the students were asked about the measures that can be adopted now and in future. An activity, 'Best-Out-of-Waste', was organized. The students came up with maximum alternate uses of given items and ideas on how to reuse them. A thought provoking 'Quiz' followed at the end with a 'Campaign-Making' exercise. Each school team came up with creative & eco-friendly ideas like banning of aluminum foil and replacing it with cloth napkins and giving a hash tag name.
To commemorate the event, the participating schools along with Dr Samir Parikh, a leading Psychiatrist, went for a 'Sapling Drive'.

100 Days Bully to Buddy Campaign: Intervention Phase Training to the Anti-Bullying Squad 6th April 2019

The VI-XII students of Shalom Hills International School were encouraged to form Anti-Bullying Squad to monitor bullying in the school premises. With the help of Fortis Mental Health Care department a3-hour interactive training session on Bully to Buddy was conducted by counseling psychologist Ms.NilyaDutt.The module covered variety of topics highlighting the definition, types of bullying & its short term and long-term consequences.
An ambassador for the intervention, the anti-bullying squad will carry out awareness and skill-building sessions with their fellow class mates. Ms.Nilya said that the squad should engage studentsin activities like debate competitions, poster making, and presentationto create awareness, reducing bullying and working on peer support. Reporting of bullying and response will be addressed. The Squad president and a Nodal teacher will be identified to overview the program. To sustain a long-term impact, the team of Fortis will carry out follow up session with the squad in order to help them address the challenges they experience in working with fellow students along with monitoring their progress each month.
At the end Ms.Nilya described how to respond to bullying incidents by forming a circle of trust & support, surrounding the bully & bullied& NOT SAYING anything but standing holding hands in a show of solidarity to the person being bullied. Any two members of the anti-Bullying Squad to reach the place, walk up to the bully and say Stop, bullying is not okay and take the bullied person away from the place. The students who formed the circle of trust should be congratulated for the effort & encouragement.

Workshop on "How to Successfully Prepare for Examination" Grades VI-VIII- (18th Feb-22nd Feb 2019)

Workshops were conducted by the senior counselor, Ms. Bhupinder Kaur, for the students of classes VI-VIII, during the life skill classes. The aim of the workshop was to introspect and understand the causes of stress during examination and how to cope up the pressure.
Children were informed to communicate and express feelings and emotions to parents, teachers and counsellor, eliminate negative talk & enjoy giving exams with a positive mind set. It is very important to set realistic goals by knowing current status of marks and, recognize strengths & weaknesses.
They were also encouraged to prioritize their tasks through activity scheduling. It was stressed to STOP procrastinating which will help them in introspecting to identify excuses, working on easier tasks first, commitment to finish task, breaking large tasks into smaller units, seeking help when the task seems difficult, eliminating distractions, taking breaks to avoid wearing down and rewarding themselves!
Key study skills to beat the exam stress were discussed - studying in a proper environment to minimize distractions, studying for 40-45 minutes at a stretch with regular breaks of 5-10 minutes each, 15 minutes to listen to instrumental music, doing 'e' exercise to improve focus and attention span, fast reading and focusing on key words to enhance concentration and learning, highlighting words and phrases, note-making and use of Mnemonics, and also self-testing which can help them in evaluating themselves better before examinations.

Young Reporters at Times NIE 6th February 2019

To fulfill its objective of according holistic development to the students, Shalom Hills International School, regularly provides opportunities to the children to enhance their skills. The annual Times NIE Newsmakers' Meet, organized at the Sri Sathya Sai International Centre, Lodhi Road, was another such event our students attended to introduce them to the nuances of reporting. The meet was attended by 400 students from various schools.
The young budding reporters, Anjaneya Mishra and Aryaman Tyagi of class VIII, accompanied by their English Teacher, Ms. Meetu Mukherjee, represented the school. This was an opportunity of highlighting their general awareness, creative, artistic and methodical skills.
The panel of judges included Mr. Ajay Kumar Sharma, the world renowned Indian cricketer, Ms. Archana Gupta and Ms. Poonam Singh- national editors of Times NIE.
The students took part in a written general knowledge quiz on current affairs. They also wrote a report to hone their writing skills, quality of thought and ability to conceptualize.
The program was concluded with a Question/Answer session where the guests shared their professional experiences and motivated students to follow their dreams, and become responsible and honest future citizens.
It was a very educative session and a good exposure for the students.

Importance of Mental Health & Positive Psychology Workshop 18th January 2019

The session on Importance of Mental Health & Positive Psychology was attended by the senior Psychology students accompanied by the senior counsellor Ms. Bhupinder Kaur and their Psychology teacher, Ms. Mitu Singh at IILM University. It was conducted by Dr. Samir Parikh- Psychiatrist & Director of Mental Health & Behavioural Sciences, Fortis Hospital.
Dr. Parikh enlightened the students and teachers about the need of more young experts and psychologists in the field of Mental Health to build up an empathetic society. He expressed apprehensions at the young generation indulging in projecting and portraying themselves on Instagram by posting pictures contrary to their real self.
He emphasised that knowledge has no limits and can only be enhanced by reading books that will help the mind to grow and develop. He believes mental health requires experts with knowledge with implementation skills by identifying mental illness and ability to help people with therapeutic approaches and also by spreading awareness of mental issues as a social activist in the community.
He also differentiated the role of psychiatrists and psychologists. While Psychiatrists prescribe medicines, psychologists do therapies. He said that in a recent survey conducted by WHO it has been established that most of the population suffers from depression and need mental & health experts who are resilient, have patience and empathy in dealing with such disorders.
The workshop was thought provoking which not only encouraged the students but also the faculties, clinicians, teachers and counsellors. It ended with a Question/Answer round.

Grade VI: Author's Meet 12 December 12, 2018

An author's meet was conducted for the students of Grade VI on 12th December 2018 at Shalom Presidency School. The renowned cartoonist- Mr. Ajit Narayan conducted the session. The objective of the workshop was to evoke a sense of creativity among the students and teach them innovative ways to improve their drawing skills.
The workshop started with Mr. Narayan asking the students to define the term 'cartoon' in layman language. The students enthusiastically answered and were applauded. Further, he urged the students to use their creative potential to complete the figures using geometrical shapes, according to their perception of the object.
He taught the students to draw various visage angles with the help of eye movements. He also asked the students to draw different positions of the hand holding various objects. He guided them to interpret the emotions of the emoticons such as happiness, sadness, anger, joy, surprise etc. He drew few objects such as a school bag, a pencil and interpreted their expressions as well which was a delight for our young Shalomites!
He ended this informative and creative session by apprising the students about the books written by him.
The students enjoyed this interactive session and found it extremely productive and interesting. They were able to learn innovative ways of drawing cartoons.

Exam and Study Skills: Pro-Social Peer Moderator Program 3rd December 2018

A workshop conducted by the Sports Psychologist, Ms. Divya Jain, was attended by the students of class IX- Khushi Sharma, Pranav, Suchit, Anvisha and Daiyan Pathan, accompanied by the senior counselor, Ms. Bhupinder Kaur, at Fortis Hospital.
Ms. Divya Jain made the students understand how effective planning is done by making short term goals that should be specific, measurable, achievable, and realistically time bound. The workshop started with fun activities like making a tower from balloons, blind-folded activity, multi–tasking and learning the lyrics. Children were encouraged to prioritize their tasks through activity scheduling. It was stressed to STOP procrastinating which will help them in introspecting to identify excuses, working on easier tasks first, commitment to finish task, breaking large tasks into smaller units, seeking help when the task seems difficult, eliminating distractions, taking breaks to avoid wearing down and rewarding yourself!
Key study skills to beat the exam stress were discussed - studying in a proper environment to minimize distractions, studying for 40-45 minutes at a stretch with regular breaks of 5-10 minutes each, 15 minutes to listen to instrumental music, doing 'e' exercise to improve focus and attention span, fast reading and focusing on key words to enhance concentration and learning, highlighting words and phrases, note-making and use of Mnemonics, and also self-testing which can help them in evaluating themselves better before examinations.
In the end, role of mentors and friends was highlighted and students were encouraged to approach their respective teachers, parents & counselors for help.

Workshop On Marrying Emotional Intelligence with Design Thinking November 15, 2018

A highly informative and interactive workshop on Marrying Emotional Intelligence with Design Thinking was organized by IILM. The session was conducted by Ms Reshma Budhia, Managing Partner- Toss the Coin and Design Thinking Specialist. The discussion during the workshop catered to certain issues which discussed about emotional content of media and personality factors. The students of Psychology of grades XI and XII participated in this workshop. They were accompanied by their Psychology teacher Ms. Mitu Singh.
Some of the activities conducted were as follows-
1. Draw a pig (Pig personality test)
2. Activity based on problem focused “How might we”.
3. Random mind map to solve a problem.
The children found this workshop really informative. It was interesting for them to know that media, and problems of life are not about logic but also about emotions.

Awareness on Adolescent Health 13th November 2018

A workshop on Adolescent Health and its importance was conducted for the girls of class VI by Dr Pakhee Aggarwal, a Gynaecologist from Fortis Hospital. Dr Pakhee explained various aspects of adolescence, body images, menarche and how to manage the emotions due to these hormonal and developmental changes.
Dr Pakhee formed a very good connection with the girls and helped them in understanding why some teenagers start maturing early while others are late bloomers. Even if a teenager is adult sized he/she may not be developed emotionally or cognitively. The concept of one's own changing body image - how it feels, how it moves through space, how it looks in the mirror and how one thinks it looks to others was also explained.
She also emphasized on healthy diet and personal hygiene, imbibed confidence and said that children at this age should take this variation in a very normal and positive way. Various myths related to the menstruation were also clarified.
Girls put up questions to clarify their doubts and felt that it was a good step to create awareness.

Grade V Trip to Heritage Transport Museum 13th October 2018

An educational trip for Grade V students was organized to the Heritage Transport Museum on 13th October 2018. The Heritage Transport Museum showcases the evolution of transportation in India. While remaining true to the essence of a transport museum, the Heritage transport museum presents a walk- through, of Indian heritage with modernism creeping through especially by the Royal Families of Rajasthan.
On reaching the museum the students were divided into two groups, with a tour guide escorting each group around the museum. The students were first shown a movie explaining the evolution and timeline of transport over the years. While one group watched the movie, the other group was given a guided tour of the museum.
The museum guide first showed the students the automobile gallery with a display of over 75 vintage and classic cars. The students were then shown a chronological order of transportation in India beginning with walking, riding animals, the palanquins, the story of the wheel, bullock carts, horse carriages and camel carts. There was also a display of the famed 'Palace On Wheels'. A section dealing with the history and growth of the aviation and maritime industry was also an integral part. The students were delighted to see the section which had a collection of Indian toys on transport. A futuristic motorcycle piqued their interest considerably.
The museum's vast galleries provided an enjoyable learning environment for the students. The students enjoyed the trip and learnt about the history and evolution of transportation in India.

Grade III Students Meet the Author 10th October 2018

''Reading is a conversation. All books talk, but a good book listens as well.''
Books form an integral part of our life and enrich our mind. With this perspective in mind, an interactive session was conducted for the students of Grade III with the renowned authoress Ms. Rupa Gulab on 10th October 2018.
The session began with Ms. Rupa Gulab briefly introducing herself and speaking with pride about the different kinds of books she has written on children. Full of curiosity, the students engaged in a power-packed communication and question-answer session. Ms. Rupa Gulab introduced her first book- 'Sandy to the Rescue' by telling how Sandy rescued his friend Aftab from a mean lady Mrs. Gupta and her cat. She also told the students about a few interesting incidents from the book. The author showed the students clippings from the book and asked few questions which the children answered excitedly. They enthusiastically participated in the session showcasing their passion for reading.
Our session ended with story books being personally signed by the author and given to the students as a token of her love and a memory for a lifetime! The students enjoyed the session a lot.

Grade V Activity: Authors Meet 9th October 2018

''In the years when Zakir Hussain was growing up, and during the time when Tansen was changing from a child into a young man, pluralism was a way of the world''.
Reading is a vital part of a child's learning experience. Reading books not only empowers each of us but can unite us too. With this vision in mind our young Shalomites of Grade V were given an opportunity to interact with the renowned author, Mr. Sharad Kohli, on 9th October, 2018.
Mr. Sharad Kohli illustrated the biography of Tansen, the Indian legendary musician. The students interacted keenly with Mr. Sharad Kohli and showed great interest in learning from his experiences and insights. Mr Sharad Kohli stated that he felt it is important that children are introduced to our classical traditions, in music, literature, art and in the performing arts. He has a strong belief that students of today should pick on the diversity of India's classical music traditions, and the joy and wonder could be experienced both as a performer and as a listener. The students heard him with concentration and asked him various questions pertaining to music.
The students felt motivated enough to read books on Classical Music and even make it a part of their lives.

ICAE Global University Fair 3rd October 2018

Shalom Hills International School once again successfully hosted the Global University Fair for children of Grades XI & XII, which was conducted and organized by the International Centre for Advancement in Education- ICAE, New Delhi. A team of international admissions officers/counsellors from renowned universities, visited the school campus and provided information to students, counsellors and other education providers in the school by interacting with them under one roof.
The top thirteen Universities which were part of this Global Fair were:
University of Ottawa (Canada), Ashoka University, ISBF- University of London, California State University (USA), Instituto Marangoni (Milan, London, Paris), , Ashoka University (India) , Shiv Nadar University (India), Indian School of Art & Design- IIAD, Queen's University Kingston, Ontrario, Canada, SP Jain School of Global Management, Middlesex University Dubai, Pearl Academy (India), University of Massachusetts Boston.
The broad objectives of holding the fair was to create awareness about the undergraduate education opportunities available in these universities; to facilitate interaction between the faculty/students and the visiting admission officers thereby enabling a discussion about the application processes, choice of programs, finalizing a suitable course and any other topic relevant for studying abroad; to enable exchange of ideas between the management of the school and the visiting delegates in order to establish stronger links for potential collaborations in the future.
It was an informative and useful session for the students.

Workshop on Robotics October 1, 2018

The students of grade V attended a workshop on Robotics on 1st October 2018.
The workshop helped the students to gain information about Robots. They understood the difference between Voice control Robot, Obstacle avoider Robot and Cellphone control Robot. They could comprehend the importance of line follower Robot. This workshop proved to be helpful in developing their scientific approach and making learning of Science easy and interesting.
The purpose of attending the workshop was to enhance their basic skills of questioning, prediction, qualitative and quantitative observation and communication.
The students considered this opportunity to be an amazing experience to discover the truth of scientific facts all by themselves. The mission of the workshop was to train young minds and to disseminate scientific knowledge and scientific outlook.
The students found the workshop quite interesting and enthusiastically participated in it.

Workshop on Relentless Pursuit of Empowerment September 20, 2018

“Keeping the communication channel open with a teen is one of the most important things that an adult can do.”
Teenagers are at the crossroads of childish naiveté and adult realism, where they are constantly bombarded with choices, questions, advices, pressures and challenges. Facing the dilemma to do what is right but uncertain about what is right, ready to bend and mould to conform to group demands, they often tend be confused.
In an attempt to help the teenage girls to perceive things with a little more clarity a highly informative and interactive workshop on relentless pursuit of empowerment was conducted for the girls of grades XI and XII by the Headmistress. She highlighted the importance of making informed decisions and relying on their instincts. The workshop covered topics related to Etiquettes, learning to say “NO”, treating one's body like a temple, creating positive self-image, handling peer pressure, and seeking validation. The headmistress stressed on the importance of education and career, saying that there should be no compromises made in both the areas. It was also accentuated that the girls remain firm in the face of unwanted physical attention and be prudent in choosing friends. A few tips on self-defense tactics were also given.
The girls found the session very helpful and educative.

Grade IV Educational trip to Heritage Transport Museum 18th August 2018

An educational trip to the Heritage Transport Museum Gurugram, was organized for Grade IV students on 18th August 2018. The objective of the trip was to educate the students about the History of transportation in India. The Heritage Transport Museum showcases the evolution of Transportation in India. While remaining true to the ethos of a transport museum, the Heritage transport museum presents a snapshot of Indian Heritage but with a very modern twist. The students were fascinated with the large display of cars, bikes and buses.
On reaching the museum the students were divided into two groups. Each group was escorted by a tour guide. The students were first shown a movie explaining the evolution and timeline of transport over the years and how it gradually evolved into the present modern day transport. While one group watched the movie inside the museum auditorium, the other group was given a guided tour of the museum.
The museum guide took the students through the various sections of the museum showing them first the automobile gallery which had a display of over 75 vintage and classic cars. The students were then shown a timeline of transportation in India beginning with the story of the wheel, the palanquins, bullock carts, horse carriages and camel carts. There was also a historically inspired railway platform and a section dealing with the history and growth of the aviation industry. The students were delighted to see the section which had a collection of Indian toys on transport.
The museum's extensive galleries provided the perfect learning environment for the students that were both fun and educational. This trip was informative and gave students the knowledge about Transport system to the core!

Workshop on Fashion & Design 25th July 2108

With the collaboration of ICAE-International Centre for Advancement of Education, a workshop on Fashion & Design was organised for the students of classes XI & XII from Humanities stream and those from Science Stream who have chosen Fine Arts as an optional subject. The workshop was conducted by Mr. Maheep Bubber of Institute of Marangoni, Mumbai.
The students were apprised about the broad range of courses the institute offers as Undergraduate Progression Programmes, Post Graduate Executive Programmes, Short courses & Executive Short Courses. It brings experienced Italian & International professionals into the classroom to teach and share their knowledge and valuable experiences.
Mr. Bubber gave the students hands on knowledge on Fashion Design, Fashion Styling, Fashion Business, Visual Design, Luxury Brand Management & Marketing, Pattern Cutting, Fashion Business & Fashion Drawing, Draping Womenswear/Menswear design, Web Marketing, Customer Relationships and so on. He also informed, that the course-Graphic Design, is in high demand. He encouraged the students to enhance their skills in creativity, industry knowledge and to work upon their portfolios to get admission in Marangoni which assures the students with 94%, job placements. 80% graduates work with leading industries, absolute and aspirational segment of the market.
Students were also motivated to aim for their goals with determination. The children asked relevant questions related to Fashion & Design and were glad to attend the workshop.

Centenary Commemoration - Life and Mission of Nelson Mandela 18th July 2018

Our Grade XI (Humanities) students, accompanied by their Political Science teacher Ms. Richa Jaini, attended a prestigious event, organized jointly by the United Nations Information Centre, Gandhi Yuva Biradari and Working group on Alternative strategies, on the Mandela International Centenary Day 2018, at India International Centre, on 18th July 2018.
The event commenced with the opening speech of UN Secretary General, which was read out by Mr. Derk Segaar, Director, United Nations Information Centre for India and Bhutan. He read, “Nelson Mandela was a towering global advocate for justice and equality. He never became the prisoner of his past and poured his energy into reconciliation and vision of peaceful multi ethnic Democratic South Africa”. Affirming his faith in peace and solidarity, Mr. Shiv Shankar Mukherjee, former Indian High Commissioner to South Africa and United Kingdom, enlightened the students and teachers on the contemporary challenges confronting nations. He spoke on the life and mission of Nelson Mandela and the impact he had created on the democratic process in South Africa.
During the session, a short film on Gandhi and Mandela's struggle for equality, justice and dignity was screened.
Our students expressed their views confidently and articulated with great precision in the gathering. They raised relevant questions on reverse racial discrimination and peace studies in contemporary times. Rishika Arora and Ananya Acharya won the best interaction award for their intellectual feat! Kudos to our budding political scientists!
'Madiba' as Nelson Mandela was affectionately called in South Africa, believed in the philosophy of inclusiveness. He has emphasised in his book, 'Long Walk to Freedom' that, “No one is born hating another person because of the colour of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite." The thought very well resonated in the Deshmukh Auditorium.

Grade XI Students Visit Biodiversity Park July 17, 2018

The students of grade XI-A were taken on an educational trip to the Tau Devi Lal Botanical garden on 17th July 2018 to study biodiversity and gain a better understanding of morphology of plants.
They explored a variety of plant species and gained insights about various kinds of gymnosperms, their leaf modifications, roots etc. The students collected various species of flowers for their herbarium and saw different kinds of inflorescences.
Palmate leaves, compound leafed clovers, simple leaves with different kinds of venations and arrangements helped them understand the major morphological characters of the leaves. Observing the pale colored leaves helped them understand about leucoplasts and other pigments in the leaf. The students gained interesting insights about the arrangement of reproductive organs of the plants etc. Seed dispersion was another intriguing part of their observations as they saw live pollination and dispersal by bees, insects and wind.
Various types of different colored insects and bugs helped them understand the process of attraction to colorful and pompous flowers.
The experience was enriching and indeed educating since all the students were able to learn something new about plants and their growth along with being awe struck at the gorgeously colorful birds, which was a bonus.

Career Counselling/SAT Workshop for Grades XI & XII 7th July 2018

Yet another initiative was taken by the Health & Wellness Department of Shalom Hills to apprise the students of classes XI & XII of various career options available abroad. Mr Amit Govil, an IIT graduate & Chairperson of Erudion Education conducted the workshop that specializes in working with the niche segment of those high school students from India, who wish to pursue under- graduate studies in the US. Mr Govil informed that the company aims in redefining the overseas admissions counselling process and strongly believes in empowering the students to make the right choices for themselves in their pursuit of higher education in America. He interacted with the students and pointed out that if they seek to pursue courses from Princeton, Harvard, Stephen's, Yales or Columbia Universities, they should focus on academic grades in their final exams. He stressed the need for a good recommendation by the school.
Mr Govil also underscored how the US Education System has emerged as a forerunner in overseas courses and preferences, thus becoming synonymous with world class education. There are numerous advantages that it offers to its students like worldwide recognition, academic flexibility, state-of-the art infrastructure and better scholar opportunities, world class faculty and diverse cultural exposure.

Summer Internship Attended by X & XI students at Vedatya Institute

Shalom Hills International in collaboration with Vedatya has been offering short term internships to students from class X, XI and XII in different areas of Management and Hospitality Operations. Almost 20 students had participated in two-week program designed to give interns a platform to explore themselves and increase their knowledge and technical skills in specific themes like - Exploring food, Digital Marketing, Hospitality Events and Entrepreneurship, wherein students learnt about different career options of industry interface for students.
During the week budding entrepreneurs presented their innovative ideas at the Dragons Den. The 'Dragons' or the 'Venture Capitalists', were amazed to see the efforts and ideas put forward by the young minds.
The Culinary program provided a platform for passionate individuals to hone their culinary skills and act as a stepping stone for budding chefs who may like to consider a future career in the vibrant sphere of culinary arts. The four days Program was based on training in kitchen operations in a fun way and included inputs on key tasks, knowledge, and skill components. The internship theme of event management was quite interactive and included tasks like questionnaire as per the themes, layout of a venue, drawing a function prospectus, which will have operational details for operating team. Students designed themes to the likes of Hawaiian, Masquerade, Rain dance to name a few.
Sessions on digital marketing took place where it was talked about Facebook ads, Twitter, Instagram. Case studies were also explained in context to companies which have gained digital advantage and made themselves famous through digital media. It was indeed a fun-filled, interactive and learning based program for young minds to explore various career options in their future.

Playnomics Workshop Report 17th MAY 2018

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The resource persons, Ms Navni Kothari, a faculty at ISBF and Ms Vani Khanna, a manager at ISBF, were experts in their domain and conducted the workshop flawlessly. The make-belief world economy reflected the real world economy, which was an addition to the workshop.

The session was quite interactive as well as informative as the activity conducted by the resource persons was about the World Trade Market.

Activity Report

1. Students were divided into groups of six each and assigned a country each.

2. Each group had a team representative for carrying the economic transactions such as buying, selling, negotiating etc.

3. The market was open for 25 minutes.

4. Each team/country was given an envelope having stationery meant to represent a country's resources to produce goods (in this case paper shapes) and funds.

5. Each country had different resources and money to start the trade, i.e few were rich and few were poor.

6. At the end growth was measured.

The resource persons also introduced Absolute Advantage Theory and Comparative Advantage Theory, and narrated the growth story of Botswana.

Overall, the workshop was successful and had the students taking interest and actively participating.

CAREER COUNSELLING WORKSHOP FOR GRADES X, XI & XII APRIL 18, 2018

In an endeavor to provide additional information to the students to help them make informed choices, Shalom Hills International School organized a career counseling session for the students of grades X, XI & XII. The young and dynamic resource person, Mr. Abhishek, well understood the needs of the times and kept the students engaged by putting questions to them and sharing anecdotes with them.
He apprised the students about their options to study abroad and gave guidelines on how and when to prepare for the entrances. He informed the students that after China, India has the maximum number of students going abroad to study. He listed some of the advantages of studying abroad and updated them about some upcoming fields in the career industry like-Robotics, Data Analysis, Artificial intelligence, Oceanography, Psychologist etc, which the students could explore.
Overall, it was an interesting and informative session.

Life Skill Workshop

In an attempt to equip children to face pressures and problems of life, a workshop on Life Skills and Peer Pressure was organized for the students of grade VI at IILM, Gurgaon. Accompanied by their teachers, the children visited the IILM Campus on April 6 & 9, 2018 to attend the Life Skill workshop conducted by Dr. Soma Vikas.
The workshop began with an informal interaction with the children, their goals in life, school, friends etc. This was followed by a discussion on their negative and positive approaches. The children learnt many things about peer pressure, appropriate behavior etc. They watched a video and took part in some activities. They learnt how to face problems in day to day life and to develop the confidence to “believe in themselves”.
The session proved to be very helpful for the students in understanding the pressures of life and the right approach towards them.

Hindi Work Shop for Grade VIII Students 12th April 2018

A work shop highlighting the importance of Hindi Vyakran was conducted by Dr. Mukta on 12 April 2018. In this work shop, the students of Grade VIII learnt many interesting and new things about Hindi Lekhen Bhag. The knowledge the students gained from and during the course of this work shop will help them to understand Hindi language more easily in future. The students enjoyed the session and interacted freely with the resource person.

Workshop on Aggression Management by Peer Moderators 21st April 2018

Peer Moderators from Shalom, who had attended the workshop in Fortis Hospital, showed full enthusiasm in spreading awareness among their peers in managing anger within the classroom settings.
They told the difference between Anger & Aggression by highlighting that 'Anger' is an emotion that can be good or bad, need not be directed at others and is normal and natural, whereas 'Aggression' is behaviour, is always harmful, directed at others and can be controlled. Aggression most of the time is learnt from friends, family, community and media. Aggression also means defying authorities, bullying, yelling, breaking, interrupting, intending sarcasm, gossiping, spreading rumours, excluding or sitting alone.
It was explained by the moderators that to control aggression one needs to divert his/her mind by finding alternative solutions, empathizing, regularizing breathing, writing a diary or blog, going for a jog, stopping the blame game and writing a Q-word that associates with happiness.
Guided by the Senior Counsellor, the moderators prepared the presentation and planned activities which were well appreciated by the children of classes IX & X.

Psychology Workshop on Career Counselling April 20, 2018

A highly informative and interactive Psychology workshop on CAREER COUNSELLING was organized by Ms Aex from US, Webster University for all the students of grade XI and the students of XII-C. The workshop started with a very interesting activity where one child was suppose to dance and other kids were asked to follow that. It was later followed by a discussion on human behavior. Using the example of Nazism and Hitler rule and the harsh behavior shown by them, she tried to make the children understand the reason behind their own or other individuals' reasons for behaving in a particular way.
She also described an experiment based on obedience to the children. This interactive and informative workshop helped the children to understand the core of human behavior and the reason for the same.

Career Counselling Workshop for Grade IX April 16 & 19, 2018

In an endeavour to provide additional information to the students to help them make informed choices, Shalom Hills International School organized a career counseling session at IILM. The young and dynamic resource person, Professor Urvashi Nandrajog, well understood the needs of the times and kept the students engaged by putting questions to them and through various activities. She commenced the session by asking the students to define career. After eliciting appropriate responses from them she informed the students that before one can make correct career decisions, one must be able to define who one is. She took the students on a journey to know themselves and to comprehend the difference between their interests and aptitudes, through interesting activities.
Henceforth, she gave a broad outline of some of the careers that they could opt for and how they could begin to prepare for them.
The students found the session very informative and fruitful.

Hindi Workshop for Grade VI students 19th April 2018

A work shop highlighting the importance of Hindi Vyakran was conducted by Dr. Rama Gupta for the students of grade VI on 19 April 2018. This workshop helped the students of Grade VI to learn many interesting and new things about the Hindi Vyakran Bhag. The knowledge the students gained from and during the course of this work shop will help them to appreciate and understand the Hindi language more easily.
The session proved to be very informative and productive. The students enjoyed the session and interacted freely with the resource person.

Workshop on Aggression Management

The Pro-Social Peer Moderator Programme is an initiative taken by Fortis Group of Mental Health Department which provides a platform for students to learn application-based life skills through the medium of interactive workshops. The theme of today's workshop was 'Aggression Management' which was attended by Ms Bhupinder Kaur- Senior Counsellor along with the students of class IX & X on 11th April'2018. The children from different schools participated as moderators to learn and spread awareness on 'What Aggression is, its Types, Bystander's Role, Consequences of aggression and How it can be managed'.
Ms Chitwan Kaur & Ms Mimansa Singh headed the workshop and told the difference between Anger & Aggression. Anger is an emotion that can be good or bad, need not be directed at others and is normal and natural, whereas Aggression is a behaviour, is always harmful, directed at others and can be controlled. Aggression most of the time is learnt from friends, family, community and media. Aggression also means defying authorities, bullying, yelling, breaking, interrupting, intending sarcasm, gossiping, spreading rumours, excluding or sitting alone. The concept of bullying was also explained in detail through various activities.
Aggression can be managed by Identifying its triggers for e.g watch your thoughts, catch it at the right time; Channelize Your Anger by expressing yourself, problem solving; channelize your energy and be regular with sleep, appetite and recreation. Build Empathy- by stopping the blame game as blaming does not give solutions, by putting yourself in other's shoes, listening to others' views, reasoning it out and trying to 'forgive'. Become Assertive- focus upon style of communication- Being an Aggressive, Passive, Passive Aggressor & Assertive. Children were helped in giving assertive responses in different situations.
Finally, a Role Paly activity was done by segregating children into different groups who campaigned on 'Life Without Aggression' through Enactment, Poster Making & Story Telling.

WORKSHOP ON “MOTHER DAUGHTER RELATIONSHIP”

A highly informative, interactive and activity based workshop was conducted on March 24, 2018, in the school, by the Psychology teacher Ms. Mitu Singh. The students of Grade XII with their respective mothers participated in this activity and indeed shaped the purpose of this workshop. The aim of the activity was to redefine and enhance the mother-daughter bond. It was based on different activities like-
1. Activity 1- Blindfolding- based on trust factor.
2. Activity 2- Chinese whisper- based on communication factor. This activity had two parts- one where the daughter conveyed the message to her mother and the other in which a big chain was formed through which a message was passed on and later was spoken aloud by the last member.
3. Activity 3- Questionnaire related to web relationship.
Over all it was a very enjoyable experience, both for the students and their mothers. The mothers really enjoyed all the activities which contributed in strengthening this bond.
The parents thanked the School for giving them this great opportunity to be a part of this workshop and help develop a better understanding and bond with their daughters.

Mindler Workshop 10th December 2024

As part of the career development platform, Mindler, initiated by our visionary Founder and Chairperson, Dr. Mrs. Lilly George, and under the dynamic mentorship of our Sherpa & Vice Chairman - Mr. Dennis George, Grade-IX students attended an illuminating session on Profile Building. This platform aims to deepen students' understanding of the pivotal role of profile building in shaping academic trajectories and unlocking future career opportunities.

The session, led by Ms. Shilpa Singh, an accomplished Career Coach from Mindler, delved into critical aspects of personal and academic growth, offering students a roadmap to distinguish themselves in an increasingly competitive world. The key highlights included:

• • Harnessing Artificial Intelligence
• • Acquiring Future-Ready Skills
• • Embracing Multilingualism
• • Engaging in Summer Schools and Exchange Programs
• • Undertaking Internships and Community Service
• • Focusing on Skill Development Activities
• • Exploring Online Learning Platforms

Further, the session provided insights into leveraging opportunities such as research projects, community outreach programs, and internships to create a compelling portfolio tailored to the expectations of top universities and future employers.

The event culminated with an engaging interactive Q&A segment, where Ms. Shilpa thoughtfully addressed students’ queries, fostering clarity and confidence. The session proved to be an enriching experience, empowering students with actionable strategies to shape their academic and professional journeys.

Les Amis du Français – Peer-Teaching Programme (JSSPS, Dubai & SHIS, India)

Encouraged by the visionary Founder and Chairperson, Dr. Mrs. Lilly George, and guided by our Sherpa & Vice Chairman - Mr. Dennis George, Shalom Hills International School hosted an enriching exchange program, Les Amis du Français, on October 28, 2024. Students from JSS Private School (JSSPS), Dubai, collaborated with their counterparts at SHIS, India, for an engaging peer-teaching session centred around L'environnement (The Environment)—a significant topic within the CBSE Class X French curriculum. This interactive initiative sought to broaden students’ perspectives on environmental issues while fostering international connections.

During the session, JSSPS students led discussions on L'environnement, offering detailed insights into the sustainability initiatives of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, such as recycling programs, green building projects, and eco-friendly campaigns. These efforts exemplify the UAE’s strong commitment to sustainable development.

SHIS students also contributed by presenting India’s environmental initiatives, with a focus on community-led projects like Paudhagiri, a tree-planting campaign they actively support. Through Paudhagiri, SHIS students engage in reforestation efforts and advocate for greater environmental consciousness.

This collaborative session not only provided a valuable platform for language practice but also highlighted each nation’s dedication to environmental stewardship, nurturing a sense of global citizenship. Both schools expressed immense pride in their students' enthusiasm and look forward to future partnerships that inspire and educate.

Empowering Informed Decisions: Subject Selection Workshop for Class XI 26 th October 2024

With the blessings of the school’s visionary Founder and Chairperson, Dr. Mrs. Lilly George, and the impeccable guidance of our Sherpa & Vice Chairman - Mr. Dennis George, Shalom Hills International School organized a workshop to equip parents with the knowledge to support their children through the critical process of subject selection for Class-XI. This pivotal choice holds the power to shape students' academic journeys, career horizons, and personal interests profoundly.

The workshop aimed to demystify the factors essential for informed subject selection, highlight career implications, and guide parents in fostering both the academic and personal development of their children. Parents were introduced to the full range of subject options and combinations available for Class XI, enhancing their understanding of how these choices could influence long-term goals.

The session began with a warm welcome speech by students, followed by a detailed faculty presentation on the various subject combinations offered by the school. This segment underscored the significance of choosing subjects thoughtfully in Class XI, given its impact on future academic and professional trajectories. Mr. Deepak Madaan, an experienced career counselor and CEO of Career Launcher, enriched the session as the featured resource person. He shared invaluable insights into the spectrum of subject streams (Science, Commerce, Humanities) and their corresponding career pathways, emphasizing the importance of aligning subject choices with individual aptitudes and interests. He further illuminated the diverse career possibilities associated with different subject combinations, from engineering and medicine to business, law, and humanities.

Parents engaged actively, seeking advice on aligning subjects with career goals, managing study demands, and adapting to the academic shift from Class X to XI. The workshop garnered enthusiastic feedback, with parents expressing appreciation for the detailed information, interactive format, and tailored guidance. Many left the session feeling reassured and empowered to assist their children in this essential decision-making phase, confident in their ability to support their aspirations and growth.

MINDLER WORKSHOP 15th October 2024

Under the esteemed guidance of the school’s visionary Founder and Chairperson, Dr. Mrs. Lilly George, and the discernment of our Sherpa & Vice Chairman - Mr. Dennis George, Shalom Hills International School conducted an illuminating workshop on Strategic Planning and Entrance Exam Preparation. This initiative, designed for students of Grades 11 and 12, sought to broaden their awareness of emerging opportunities, trends, and academic pathways tailored to their respective streams.

The one-hour session featured Mr. Prikshit Dhandha, CSO and Director of Mindler, as the Resource person. Mr. Dhandha presented an extensive array of career possibilities aligned with contemporary trends, supported by empirical data and insights. Encouraging students to think “outside the box,” he shared strategic insights on navigating emerging fields and selecting careers in new-age domains. Myths surrounding career paths were dispelled, and students’ questions were addressed with clarity. Mr. Dhandha highlighted the importance of comprehensive preparation for entrance exams, advocating for consistent test practice and strategic planning. He urged students to create a structured timeline and thoroughly research prospective colleges and curricula. As he aptly remarked, “Execution and Knowledge matter, not just Education.”

Additionally, he underscored the importance of dedication during Grade XI and emphasized qualities like hard work, resilience, and perseverance. Wrapping up, Mr. Dhandha responded to students’ inquiries and offered his guidance for future consultations. Students left the session with a wealth of insights, finding it exceptionally informative and inspiring, as they gained a clearer perspective on diverse career trajectories.

Guiding Voices: Expert Talk by Mr. Robin Edwin 16th October 2024

With the aim to upskill the students and make them future-ready, the visionary Founder and Chairperson, Dr Mrs Lilly George, and the revolutionary Sherpa & Vice Chairman - Mr. Dennis George, of Shalom Hills International School have initiated a series of talks by industrial experts.

As part of the series, Mr. Robin Edwin, the Country Head of Mosaic India Ltd. conducted the session, Focus of Life, to empower the students of XI & XII with the tools to navigate life's complexities and cultivate habits that drive personal growth.

Mr. Robin opened the session by underscoring the crucial difference between what we can control and what we cannot thereby encouraging students to direct their energy toward their own actions, thoughts, and attitudes rather than external factors beyond their influence. He emphasised the power of being in the present—explaining that living fully in the moment sharpens decision-making and enhances overall well-being.

Offering actionable insights, Mr. Robin shared practical strategies for building a fulfilling life advocating reading regularly to expand knowledge and broaden perspectives, nurturing relationships and engaging in networking to foster a supportive and connected community and exploring hobbies beyond academics to fuel creativity and provide balance. Integrity and truthfulness, he added, are key values that build trust and respect in all interactions. The resource person encouraged students to embody these principles in every aspect of their lives.

Concluding the session with a powerful reminder that nothing in life comes for free, Mr. Robin urged students to embrace hard work and dedication as the cornerstones of success and personal fulfilment.

The session left an indelible impact, equipping students with a clearer path toward intentional living and goal-setting. The speaker's profound insights on mindfulness, and the value of hard work resonated deeply, inspiring students to integrate these principles with life. It was truly an enriching experience.

‘SAVE SOIL - SAVE EARTH’ WORKSHOP FOR GRADE VIII 20th SEPTEMBER 2024

"The true purpose of education extends beyond preparing students for exams—it is to equip them for life. Experiential learning is a key to unlocking this purpose."

In keeping with this ethos, a thought-provoking and dynamic workshop was organized for all the students of Grade VIII at Shalom Hills International School, centring on the theme "Save Soil - Save Earth." The session was designed to foster a deeper understanding of environmental conservation, with a specific focus on soil health.

Spearheaded by the school’s visionary Founder and Chairperson, Dr. Mrs. Lilly George, and guided by the ever-inspirational Sherpa & Vice Chairman, Mr. Dennis George, the workshop aimed to cultivate a sense of responsibility among the students towards protecting the Earth, particularly its soil.

The guest speaker, Dr. Sashikant Bhende, a renowned Agronomist dedicated to imparting environmental awareness, provided an enlightening session on the alarming rate of soil depletion and its causes. Dr. Bhende, with his extensive expertise and passion, highlighted how human activities and population growth have severely impacted soil health over the years

What made the session especially impactful was its direct connection to the students' prior knowledge from their studies on Crop Production and Management. Dr. Bhende skilfully built upon this foundation further enriching their understanding of soil preservation and the role they can play in safeguarding it for future generations.

The students left with a renewed sense of responsibility, empowered by the knowledge that they, too, can make a difference in preserving the Earth’s most vital resource—its soil.

The workshop was a resounding success leaving a lasting impression on everyone in attendance.

Session on Report Interpretation & Analysis - Mindler 29th July 2024

Shalom Hills International School organized its third series Mindler workshops on Report Interpretation & Analysis for Grades IX-XII. The session was designed to help students understand the importance and logistics after completing the Mindler assessment. It served as a beneficial learning experience for children who were unsure about the dimensions of assessment and how they can gain knowledge about future goals from the career assessment report.

The session conducted by the Mindler coaches Ms. Ayushi Bhansali and Ms. Ishika Saxena, covered a variety of topics, including skills needed for a particular career, different dimensions of assessment, multi-dimensional framework, what interpretation of results reflect about the career opportunities and meeting eligibility criteria for the right course/ program. Following topics were discussed in detail which included-

• 5-Dimensional Framework- Orientation Style, Interest, Personality, Aptitude and Emotional Quotient.
• Personality Domain
• What does the aptitude score mean and why it is important?
• Orientation Style - What drives you!
• Aptitude
• Emotional Quotient Domain

Students were guided to explore the Mindler Library, read Career Blogs and work on Profile development, which are crucial in attracting colleges and programs.

The students were able to gain clarity on the significance of doing the assessment, seeking guidance and exploring other domains of the dashboard.

Industrial Visit to Yakult-Danone Manufacturing Plant, Sonipat 24 July 2024

In line with the school’s consistent hands-on approach, Shalom Hills International School, with the blessings of its Founder and Chairperson, Dr Mrs Lilly George, and the constant motivation of our Sherpa & Vice Chairman - Mr. Dennis George, conducted an industrial trip for Grade-VI students to the famous Yakult factory, Sonipat.

Awestruck, on reaching the expansive Yakult-Danone plant site, the children were all ears to the elaborate presentation given by the Factory Operation Manager vis-à-vis Company’s history, its global presence, vast marketing and supply chains, robust turnover and strong research. Thereafter, the exciting lot was made to witness the entire manufacturing process at Yakult. They noticed the dedicated units for different stages of production. First, the seed room, where the milk solution was being prepared. Then, the processing unit where all the stages right from mixing of raw ingredients to the final shrink-packing were shown and explained to them.

Everyone was stunned to see the amazing coordination and speed at which the process was proceeding and how the automated systems can be adjusted as per the requirement with minimum human intervention. In all, it was a fabulous learning experience for students, something that will remain in their memory for a very long time.

ECOVERVA PLANT VISIT - GRADES VI - IX 15 - 19 JULY 2024

Ecoverva's expertise lies in e-waste management, catalytic converter recycling, EPR management, auto dismantling, and precious metal recycling. With the tremendous support and encouragement of the school's Founder & Chairperson, Dr. Mrs. Lilly George, and the inspiration of our Sherpa & Vice Chairman - Mr Dennis George, Shalom Hills International School strives to inculcate in the children a sense of responsibility towards our home planet – Earth. The visit to the Ecoverva E-waste Recycling Plant in Manesar, Gurugram, provided an enriching experience to the students of Classes VI – IX.

Each class visited the Ecoverva plant on separate days between 15th and 19th July 2024. This initiative allowed students to gain a comprehensive understanding of e-waste recycling. The mission of the one-day trips was to raise e-waste awareness and promote recycling as an organized sector in India, ensuring maximum value and sustainability.

Students observed firsthand the intricate processes involved in e-waste recycling. A knowledgeable guide from the Ecoverva team explained each stage of the recycling process, and students participated in an interactive session to clear their doubts.

This excursion was an exciting opportunity for students to learn about the environmental impact of electronic waste, including issues like toxic materials contaminating soil and water sources. It instilled a sense of personal responsibility towards environmental conservation.

INDO-GLOBAL CAREER FAIR 10 th JULY 2024

"No one can discover you until you do. Exploit your talents, skills and strengths, and make the world sit up and take notice.” —Rob Liano

Guided and encouraged by the school’s Founder and Chairperson, Dr Mrs. Lilly George, and Sherpa & Vice-Chairman, Mr. Dennis George, the Indo-Global Career Fair was organized in collaboration with UNIWIZARD for the students of grades XI and XII. The parents were also invited to explore various career options by interacting with representatives from National and International Universities. Prominent universities like OP Jindal Global University, Flame University, Bennett University, St. Thomas University, Canada, University of Limerick, Scotland, University of Kent, UK, Shiv Nadar University, Krea University, LaGrange, College, USA, Bradley, BML Munjal India, and Masters Union India, were among the 42 that participated in the event thereby giving it a new dimension.

The objective of organizing the Career Fair was to introduce students to jobs linked to their courses, assist them discover the important qualities required to become a successful professional, and provide them with the opportunity to explore career pathways in their various fields via colleges/universities and the courses they offer, their admissions processes, scholarships, qualifying criteria, and placement opportunities. Parents and students got the opportunity to interact with the top coaches and subject experts to help them make prudent decisions.

At the end of the event, the delegates appreciated the inquisitiveness of the students and their eagerness in selecting future courses. The parents too echoed the same view. In all, it was quite a significant event.

MINDLER WORKSHOP 4 JULY 2024

On July 4, 2024, Shalom Hills International School, in collaboration with Mindler, organized an advanced workshop aimed for Grades IX to XII. Spearheaded by the school’s Founder and Chairperson, Dr Mrs. Lilly George, and Sherpa & Vice-Chairman, Mr. Dennis George, the initiative focused on guiding students through the complexities of career selection and college admissions. The workshop provided valuable insights into alternative career paths for students uncertain about their future professional choices.

Led by Ms. Shilpa Singh, Mindler's Student Engagement Head, and Ms. Tanishtha Prasher, Career Coach, the workshop covered a wide range of topics including understanding the intersections of new-age careers with traditional fields, exploring various career options and their sub-categories, along with outlining essential steps for career decision-making.

Students were advised on meeting eligibility criteria for their chosen courses, consulting university rankings for global recognition, evaluating placement records, building networks with faculty and alumni, considering campus locations, calculating tuition fees and living costs, exploring scholarship opportunities, and understanding eligibility and selection criteria.

Additionally, the workshop emphasized the importance of extracurricular activities in enhancing profile development for college applications.

Focussing on helping students achieve their career aspirations and gain clarity on their future academic and career paths, the Mindler’s career coaches addressed their queries effectively during the concluding interactive session.

FIELD STUDY TRIP TO TAU DEVILAL BIO DEVERSITY PARK MAY 3,2024

Grade XI Biology students of Shalom Hills International School had the privilege to visit Tau Devi Lal Biodiversity Park, Sector-56 on May 3,2024 to enhance their understanding of plant biodiversity and morphology through practical observation. During the trip, students were entranced by the varied array of plant species and their identifying morphological characteristics. They engaged themselves with various types of inflorescences, such as Raceme, Cyme, Umbel, and Spadix, and explored phyllotaxy arrangements including alternate, opposite, and whorled patterns. They were particularly intrigued by the presence of blue-green algae in the waterbody, showcasing the park's ecosystem diversity. urthermore, they examined monocot plants like Aloe, Yucca, Royal Palm, Silver Bismarck Palm, Date Palm, and Fish Tail Palm, along with dicots such as Banyan trees with distinctive prop and buttress roots, Ficus, Caesalpinia, Cassia, Moringa, Bignonia, and Bauhinia blakeana. Additionally, they observed interactions between animals and plants, including frugivorous animals like bats and insects like ants dispersing winged seeds of various angiosperms. Overall, the field trip provided an enriching and effective educational experience, allowing students to deepen their understanding of biodiversity and morphology in plants through real-world observation and exploration.

CAREER ORIENTATION SESSION (IX-XII) MAY 1,2024

Under the supreme guidance of our hon'ble Sherpa, Vice-Chairman Sir - Mr. Dennis George, SHIS in association with Mindler (An ideal platform for online career assessment, career guidance and career counselling in India) to explore and open the best career avenues for its students.
The orientation session was initiated by Mr. Abhishek- AVP: Global Education and Strategy, Mindler and by Ms Ishika Saxena, Career Coach and a Mental Health enthusiast. The session was played in two slots, first for classes IX-X and then the repeat presentation for classes XI-XII. The agenda was to apprise the young audience about the platform launch as well as the importance of career and strategic planning for the entire year. They were informed about the world's most advanced career assessment that they will be undergoing post obtaining the login credentials details in order to ascertain their interest, aptitude, emotional quotient, personality and orientation Style. Among a slew of points, Mr. Abhishek impressed upon the students to have complete clarity on what they study and why ; enhance knowledge by whetting reading and writing skills and conduct critical research upon a variety of lucrative careers. The grade-XII students were encouraged to imbibe positive, diligent, focused and consistent approach while preparing for boards and further, applying for various colleges. In the end, the esteemed Vice Chairman applauded the presentation and spellbound students with his pearls of wisdom. He exhorted them to be extremely prudent and pragmatic in their decision making rather than, later, crying over spilled milk. It was indeed an amazing event.

ENHANCING DIGITAL SAFETY: CYBER SECURITY AND AWARENESS WORKSHOP 16 th May, 2024

Under the visionary leadership of the school's Founder and Chairperson, Dr. Mrs. Lilly George, and the Sherpa & Vice Chairman, Mr. Dennis George, Shalom Hills International School is committed to raising awareness among its students about the rapidly increasing threat of cybercrime. Through various safeguards and campaigns, the school aims to educate its students on the necessary preventive measures to counteract such dangers.
In line with this mission, a 'Cyber Security and Awareness Workshop' was conducted for the students of Classes VI-XII on 16 th May, 2024 in the school auditorium. The workshop featured Dr. Rakshit Tandon, National Cyber Security Expert and consultant as the keynote speaker, who provided valuable insights into cyber threats and the importance of cybersecurity.
He shared simple and easy to follow safety tips with the students and spoke of the DOs and DON'Ts of Cyber Security. During the very edifying session, he elaborated upon how children are becoming digital masters and how we should know, protect and guide our netizens. He threw ample light on the need for parental control, how children and parents need to watch out for warning signs of Cyber Bullying, practice safeguards to create clean digital footprints and prevent occurrence of incidents that may range from inconvenient to life-threatening. The focus of the talk centred on Smart Surfing, E-mail Security, Smart use of Smart Phones, Social Networks/Chat, Mobile Safety Tips and preventing E- Frauds.
This exposure not only gave the students an opportunity to gain awareness of the dangers in Cyber Space but also a platform to learn various ways to navigate their way securely as they make the most of this modern age technology.

SHALOMITES VISIT A HISTORY FESTIVAL APRIL 6 ,2024

Your heritage does not find you. It's there, ready to be discovered and discussed.

Your heritage does not find you. It's there, ready to be discovered and discussed. The authenticity of this assertion was affirmed by a troop of Shalomites of grades IX and XI following their visit to the Gurugram History Festival orchestrated at DPS Sec-45 on April 6, 2024 .
The festival empowered the budding historians to explore, comprehend, and document the historical narratives of various locales and cultural traditions beyond the confines of conventional classroom settings. The partaking schools from Delhi, Jaipur and Gurugram showcased an array of models, charts, brochures, catalogues, and slide shows, meticulously highlighting the architectural marvels scattered across different states. The architectural intricacies presented at the festival underscored the boundless creativity, talent, and ingenuity of our forebears, while also showcasing the remarkable inventiveness of the students. In a bid to foster experiential learning, the festival organizers ingeniously recreated weaving, pottery, and rustic village scenes, providing students with a tactile connection to rural life and craftsmanship. This immersive experience not only deepened the students understanding of historical monuments but also ignited their curiosity, kindling a fervor for further research and exploration. Overall, the visit proved to be a resoundingly positive experience for our students, who enthusiastically absorbed a wealth of new knowledge and insights.

HINDUSTAN TIMES: OUT OF SYLLABUS SEASON 3 APRIL 12, 2024

On 12 th April,2024 Anushka Chopra and Siddharth Gour of Shalom Hills International School escorted by six other students seized a remarkable opportunity underway, graciously provided by the school and ventured into the realm of 94.3 FM radio station at Kasturba Gandhi Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi.
Mr. Kartik Chawla, the envoi of 94.3 Radio One mentored the students with great aplomb delineating the intricacies of the radio station. His eloquence and passion for the medium instilled a palpable sense of eagerness and exhilaration among the attendees, setting the stage for what was to come. Subsequently the group was ushered into the hallowed recording chamber. Imbibing the hues of the recording room , the students sparked out of the world synergy recording the program ' OUT OF SYLLABUS, ' delving into the complex dynamics of sibling relationships. Leading the expedition was their esteemed educator, Ms. Shipica ensuring the journey was both edifying and elevating for the young minds. The culmination of their efforts awaits as the show is slated to grace the airwaves of 94.3 Radio One International the following morning at 9, promising to captivate listeners with its insightful exploration of sibling relationships.

WORKSHOP ON EXAMINATION STRESS MANAGEMENT 10 TH - 14 TH FEBRUARY 2025

The Health & Wellness Department of Shalom Hills International School, in collaboration with the team of counsellors, conducted an insightful workshop on Managing Examination Stress for students of Grades VI–VIII.

The session aimed to enlighten students on the nature of stress and its potential repercussions if not managed effectively. By identifying the physical, emotional, and behavioural indicators of stress, students learned to recognize when their well-being is compromised, and the importance of timely intervention and seeking support.

To equip students with effective stress management techniques, the workshop introduced structured planning strategies, encouraging them to set mini, short-term, and long-term goals. Study methodologies such as SQ3R, ABC, and SMART were explored, enabling students to adopt systematic and efficient learning approaches. Additionally, the session emphasized the significance of holistic well-being through engaging in hobbies, participating in sports, managing time effectively, and incorporating relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises into their daily routines.

To enhance cognitive abilities, students were introduced to stimulating mind exercises like Sudoku, chunking, skimming, and mnemonics, designed to boost memory, retention, and concentration. Common myths surrounding examinations were dispelled, fostering a more confident and positive outlook toward assessments.

Interactive worksheets facilitated self-reflection, while students were guided on essential pre-exam and exam-day strategies, including the importance of avoiding last-minute cramming, maintaining a balanced diet, and ensuring adequate rest. Practical exercises and key techniques, such as mindful question analysis and structured answering methods, were reinforced for optimizing performance in the examination hall.

The workshop proved to be an enriching and empowering experience, equipping students with the skills and mindset necessary to approach examinations with resilience, confidence, and a balanced perspective.