At the International Research Innovation, Invention Exhibition ’23 (I-RIE 2023), hosted by Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Think Club secured notable victories with two remarkable teams.
Team 1, known as EcoWave AgroHub, received the prestigious Best Invention Award in the Young Inventor category. The team members include:
An Educational trip for Class XI students was organized by the Biology Department of Delhi Public School, RK Puram to attend “68th Institute Day Exhibition in AIIMS” on 26th and 27th September,2023. The theme of this year’s exhibition was “AIIMS: Leading India’s Health Care Security” which was extremely informative for all the students.The trip was aimed to expose students to the cutting-edge technologies, ongoing medical research and advancements, diverse medical disciplines practiced at AIIMS and to help students interact with healthcare professionals and gain knowledge about their experiences and expertise.
Some of the activities of the trip included:
Day 1 Interactive Sessions:
The students were led into an exhibition where engaging sessions were conducted by renowned medical professionals from different departments such as trauma, dental, oncology ,ophthalmology etc. The students participated in CPR training and were provided with the opportunity to interact with doctors, researchers, and other healthcare practitioners. The healthcare professionals went a step further by testing the students’ eyesight, hemoglobin levels, blood sugar levels and dental health.
Day 2 A visit to the human anatomy lab:
Students embarked on an educational journey into the fascinating world of anatomy as they entered the well-equipped anatomy lab. Prior to entering the lab, students were briefed on safety protocols, ethical considerations, and the importance of respecting the human donors whose bodies would be studied. The purpose of this hands-on experience was to provide them with a deeper understanding of the human body’s structure.The students were able to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical application by observing carefully preserved organs and tissues of cadavers.
The experience allowed students to gain a profound appreciation for the complexities of the human body, setting a solid foundation for their future studies in the field of anatomy
Entering the world of histology:
The students were then led into the Microanatomy lab at AIIMS.. Researchers showcased the preparation of samples, staining techniques, and the operation of sophisticated imaging systems. The participants had the opportunity to witness real-time imaging of cellular structures, bringing textbook knowledge to life.
Students had an interactive session with Ist and IInd year students at AIIMS wherein they shared the tips and guidelines regarding the competitive exams. (NEET).The visit was indeed a fruitful one as it motivated the future doctors and heightened their interest in human anatomy.
On the occasion of “Gandhi Jayanti” the Ministry of Jal Shakti and Ministry of Education, Govt. of India observed the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ Campaign with active involvement of students, teachers and community to spread the message of cleanliness, sanitation and hygiene in the society. The campaign was celebrated by undertaking “Shramdaan ” activities through community participation as a “Jan Andolan”.
Students of DPS RK Puram wholeheartedly participated in the Ministry directive and kickstarted its Cleanliness Drive of – “Ek Tareekh Ek Ghanta” on 01.10.2023 at 10:00 AM resulting in visible cleanliness in the areas adjoining the school campus. The drive was initiated with a short and invigorating speech by the Principal Ms. Padma Srinivasan, who emphasised the importance of cleanliness and the significance of Shramdaan. This was followed by a captivating ‘Nukkad Natak’ by the students underlining the principles through which Gandhi Ji led his life. The cleanliness drive saw more than a hundred students accompanied by the Principal, Vice Principals, Activity Coordinators, Class Representatives and Hostel Wardens target zones around the school that were not particularly clean, and ensured that all visible litter was collected, and discarded in appropriate bins. The students spread the message of Swachhata Hi Seva by giving Shramdaan through this morning activity.
“Promise to Protect: A Tobacco-Free Future” is a video campaign aimed at combating the harmful effects of tobacco use and an effort towards prevention youth initiation.
The campaign has been strategically scheduled to coincide with Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated on October 2nd , to commemorate Mahatma Gandhi's principles of non-violence and his tireless efforts to eradicate harmful practices. This initiative underscores the importance of non-violence not only towards others but also towards our own bodies by avoiding harmful substances like tobacco.
Key Details of the Campaign:
1. Take the Promise to Protect Pledge by teachers and students and get certificate at https://promisetoprotect.co.in/ (share further with students)
2. The Teachers can share their stories and testimonies related to tobacco use and its profound impact- Real teachers share personal stories and expert insights – https://bit.ly/ptp-stories
3. On Gandhi Jayanti, October 2nd , 2023, seminar will be broadcast nationwide on https://promisetoprotect.co.in/. It will feature inspiring stories, testimonials, and commitments from teachers and educators who are dedicated to protecting our youth from the harmful effects of tobacco use.
The training session on ‘Identifying Early Psychiatry Symptoms in Children and Adolescents’ was conducted by Dr. Sameer Malhotra on 21 September 2023. Dr. Malhotra emphasized that there is no age for developing a psychiatric disorder, however, an early recognition is the key to fight it better. He explained that we all are driven by our emotions, which trigger our thought process which in turn builds our behavior. We are a result of our thoughts and emotions. Our mind works in a way to react to our own inner thoughts as well as our environment. This study of the mind is Psychiatry which gives us a clearer picture of how and what a person is feeling. Mr Malhotra shared a lot of information on the different spectra of psychiatric disorders. Some of these can be identified at home as well as school, while others require a clinical diagnosis. He also talked about certain common disorders which can be identified with a closer look. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tic Disorder, Schizophrenia and Mood disorders. At the end of the session, Dr Malhotra enlightened the teachers about the various types of substance abuse which affect a large number of adolescents. Children indulge in substance abuse majorly because of peer pressure and then the vicious cycle of buying and selling drugs starts. This might also be triggered due to childhood depression, early signs of which can be detected in the way a child might express him/her through drawings and paintings.
A Session on ‘PROFESSIONAL AND WORK ETHICS’ was conducted by Dr. Sunita Chugh on 20 September 2023. The session began with the importance of values in our lives. An emphasis on the Maslow Hierarchy of needs were highlighted. Inspired by Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and tested over more than two decades of real-world experience with thousands of organizations, the model identifies the (4 more) areas that comprise human motivations.- transformation, internal cohesion,making a difference, self less leadership apart from food, shelter, clothing, love and belongingness, self esteem and self actualization. The Barrett Model is the breakthrough work of Richard Barrett.
“All the best performers bring to their role something more, something different than what the author put on paper. That’s what makes theater live. That’s why it persists.” – Stephen Sondheim. The training session on ‘Theatre in Education’ was conducted by Mr. Sanjeev Johri on 19 September 2023.The session began with an Ice breaking activity, wherein teachers had to use one prop using anything but depict its actual use. In another activity, story making was conducted, where one statement was given to a participant and others were to reiterate the same and how the communication changes towards the end of the activity. With the help of these activities, teachers could step out of their comfort zone and also experience how to incorporate their imagination and creativity in their classroom teaching. The activities were based on experiential learning so that they could understand the concept of competence, team building and leadership skills. It focused on bringing in the concept of theatre in simple classroom teachings.
Ms Geetanjali Goel conducted a session on “Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) on 18 September 2023.The workshop on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act was organized with the primary objective of educating teachers on the legal framework, responsibilities, provisions and best practices related to child protection. She discussed the important features of this Act like complete privacy, specialized courts, age of consent is irrelevant, mandatory reporting and gender neutrality. Ms. Geetanjali also shed light on the processes under the POCSO Act like processes at the police station, at the Child Welfare Committee, for the medical examination of the child, at the Special Court and the role of Police. Case studies and real-life scenarios were presented to enhance their ability to identify possible victims. She stressed on the Juvenile Justice Act highlighting reforms and punitive measures for the juvenile offenders.The workshop also explored preventive measures, including the importance of age-appropriate sex education, open communication with students, and building a culture of trust within the school community. The workshop served as a crucial step in empowering teachers to fulfill their duty as protectors of children’s rights and safety.
The training session on ‘Personal Grooming & sharing creative Teaching styles’ was conducted by Ms. Neetie Banga, NIFT on 16 September 2023. An emphasis on taking good care of your demeanor as clothes are a silent language, finding your sound board who will give you correct opinion about your looks.Therefore, being self conscious about the language to be used when you are in a classroom is of utmost importance. Experts further talked about a few creative methods to make your classroom teaching more interesting like Kipling method, Inverse method etc. Overall the session was thoroughly engaging and interactive where teachers were able to understand the importance of theater in their classroom.
A workshop for teachers on the topic LIVING LIFE MINDFULLY was conducted by Dr. Subhash Shetty on 13 September 2023 and 14 September 2023. “Mindfulness isn’t difficult. We just need to remember to do it.” – Sharon Salzberg.
The resource person Dr. Subhash Shetty, a renowned pediatrician enlightened the audience with his words of wisdom while touching upon the following aspects: Meditation is defined as the training of the mind that encapsulates the understanding of why one should practice it and how it is performed. Anapana Sadhna is the first step in the practice of Vipassana meditation which is about maintaining a proper posture and breathing comfortably while concentrating on it with eyes closed.A recording was played for instructions and the audience practiced it.This exercise calms the mind and one is able to experience the peace within forgoing a state of agitation and restlessness.
The importance of learning to manage the mind by understanding the difference between the two modes-i)Thinking mode and ii) Feeling /experiencing/knowing/observing mode was emphasized upon.Meditating for ten minutes in a stressful situation can provide immediate relief from tension and in the long run becomes a habit that has a profound impact on one’s health.
Sadhana helps in using one’s intelligence wisely in all domains including personal,interpersonal and classroom teaching.The role of a teacher lies in making difficult topics easy for students’ comprehension and that can be achieved when the mind is calm and receptive.Another important aspect shared was the need to create a balance between one’s standard of living and quality of life.Developing the conscious mind streamlines one’s thoughts ,leads to self control and is a vital skill that should be learnt by all. A short video demonstrating the role of a teacher in the life of a student was shared with all teachers through Whatsapp and they were advised to listen to a TED TALK on PLEASURE TRAP.
