Tuesday, 25th February 2014

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EDITORIAL

FROM THE DESK OF THE MANAGEMENT REPRESENTATIVE

T hough we are buzzing with a lot of activity as usual, our children are busy writing their

cycle tests and mock exams. Now, one more important event coming up! " RBKIA Art

Exhibition 2013-14" and our art teachers and students are enthusiastically gearing up to

showcase their best talent!

MYP SLC ( Student Lead Conference) is scheduled for 8th March 2014. Here our students

will rewind the button for their parents and get them back into the learning mode, by taking

them through their year long learning!

I seek the blessings of Lord Shiva, for all of us on the occasion of Mahashivaratri on 27th February 2014.

Dr. Arundhati Hoskeri

Management Representative

PYP

FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS

Agastya Bhat of Grade1 A, won the best

player award (under 8 category), at the

Kenkre Champions League.

He also scored 12 goals in 6 matches.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

Paminder Kohli

Coordinator PYP

PYP

PARENTS’ REFLECTIONS

F ather's Day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds,

and the influence of fathers in society. It was first observed in the state of Washington in

1910.

It is celebrated worldwide to recognize the contribution that fathers and father figures make to the

lives of their children.

Good job. We would like to have more such sessions!....... Father of Sohum Nursery - B

It was a great day, good memory with kids on Father‘s day. …..Father of Aaron K1-A

It was an amazing experience, thank you to all the teachers of RBK!!.. Father of Prisha K1- B

Excellent opportunity for father and son to express each others feelings, GOOD SHOW!

Father of Arjun K2 -A

GRADE 3 FIELD TRIP TO NEHRU SCIENCE CENTRE

O n Tuesday, 11 February 2014, Grade 3 visited Nehru Science Centre to have a better

understanding of the ongoing UOI on 'Body Systems'. They observed Human Anatomy

Show ― I am a Mother‘‘. It is a life size transparent glass woman enables us to look into

the internal structure of the human body. Students observed veins, nerves, arteries, skeletal and

internal organs in the body in their size & position. The 25-minute animated demonstration

explains the functions and importance of each organ. They enjoyed learning about the various

organs and their position and functions.

On Tuesday 11th February 2014 we went to Nehru Science

Centre to broaden our knowledge on the current UOI Body

Systems. We saw I am a mother an human anatomy show which

was very interesting. We even played a quiz and we even learned

where organs are situated.—Vansh Mehta (3B)

We went to Nehru Science Centre for our field trip to learn more

about Body Systems. We saw giant heart and we also went inside

and experienced the walls of heart. I also sat on a cycle which was

imitating a skeleton. It was very nice learning experience for me.

—Mahzbin Maloo (3B)

I enjoyed our field trip to Nehru Science Centre because there we

saw the brain, small and large intestine ,gall bladder, giant heart model .I enjoyed playing Quiz on

Organ Systems. I gained knowledge on this field trip thank you teacher for taking us to Nehru

Science Centre.—Tanush Vazirani (3B)

I learned lot of things in Nehru Science Centre .I saw a huge DNA model and I also played Quiz

there .It was amazing experience for me.I gained knowledge about our UOI Body System.—

Habibur Rehman (3B )

I went to Nehru Science Centre. I watched a show called 'I am a mother'. I went inside the heart

and played a lot of science games. I played a quiz and won it.— Yashvardhan (3A)

I saw different body systems and also watched a show called 'I am a

mother'. I played body systems games in Nehru Science Centre. I also

went into the big heart model. I enjoyed a lot. -– Nikitha (3A)

I had a lot of fun at Nehru Science Centre. At first, I saw a show called

'I am a mother'. I saw a skeleton which was kept in a dark room and

came out in every 3 seconds. I also saw brain model which controlled

different systems. I went into a huge heart model where I could hear the

sound - dhak, dhak, dhak, dhak.— Viti (3A)

I watched a show called 'I am a mother. I went inside a huge heart

model. I saw many creative things. I had a lot of fun in Nehru Science

Centre.— Kshama (3A)

GRADE 5 REFLECTI ON THEIR END OF UNIT ACTIVITY: “THE MALL”

T he Grade 5 students, in an effort to further understand the idea of economic systems, wanted to

participate in an activity to literally learn how to plan and execute a business. They had to do a lot

of work researching the interests of their potential clients, the laws of supply and demand and

budgeting. We are thankful to one and all; PYP teachers, all the students and the subordinate staff for all

their support! The event was a huge success!

―We enjoyed the mall a lot;the buying and selling of goods and services. I was selling magnets and I

made a huge profit!‖ - Kinjal

―The main intension of the mall idea was to utilize what we had learned about business and economic

systems. I had fun doing it and I realized just how much work shopkeepers do! I loved every bit of it!‖

Nitika

―I loved the action for our UOI which was introducing a business and selling goods or services to

students and teachers. I now know how to attract customers and what business people do to sell their

product. It was fun learning!‖ - Khushi

―We had a mall as end of UOI activity, there were foods, drinks, bands, crafts and chocolates. My stall

was for drinks and I had so much fun selling!‖ - Darshil

―At the mall, I was selling greeting cards and lots of people came and I made so much money! People

even wanted to buy my stall‘s decorations. It was an amazing experience!‖ - Shauna

―Our class had a mall and I was painting nails. The whole idea was a huge success and it was fun! I

loved it and wish we could do it again!‖ - Janhavi

ENTER THE GRADE 5 MALL!!!!!!

A s I entered the innovative mall of the Grade 5 UOI

project, I was surrounded with gleaming ideas that

invited me to see what they have in store! Sahej’

mohito, Riya’s fun filled photo stall and so much more! I know

at the end of it, such exhibitions are indeed educational! As

Ms. Beth, the Grade 5 Home room Teacher was very kind to

tell me about the whole idea behind this mall was about the

kids‘ understanding about economics and marketing. Their

UOI being on economics, their research work was

co mmendab l y

detailed and her students had to research about what

adolescents are attracted to these days! I understood that

this was not the amateur research which we usually do

with just a few clicks on our computers. But, his was a

time consuming yet professional way of researching in

marketing and economics! I could relate it to my

Checkpoint Reader in English; a topic on advertising! I

was surrounded with variety of ‗shops and ideas‘. It was a

real mall experience; if in a spa mood, I would get a fancy

manicure by Jhanvi’s nail art stall or even click funny

photos with my friends! Suddenly, I heard my stomach

growl! I saw the mouthwatering brownies, chocolates,

cakes and wanted to gulp it all down with a virgin

mohito! I am sure this really gets wide smiles on my

readers‘ faces!

Hats off to all our juniors.. organizers in Grade 5; not to

forget the teacher who helped in the innovative making.

Such talented juniors... what wonders you have made!

We are proud to welcome you to the MYP.

SHANIA IYER

GRADE 8

MYP

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

O n the 15th of February students of IBDP went on a trip to Habitat

for Humanity in Karjat. Habitat for humanity is an NGO which

established itself in India 1983. This organization helps rebuild

homes for people affected by natural calamities. They helped improve

housing and sanitation for many families all over India and we were

taken to Karjat to help them build houses in one of the villages.

We set out to the site at 7 am and reached our destination at around 10

am. The ride to the site was enjoyable and we were all very excited to

take part in making a change in those people‘s lives. Upon our arrival, we

discovered that they had already built quite a few houses. Another school and

a few other citizens from Mumbai were there to volunteer. We were all then

taken to a tent where we were briefed on the activities we were to complete.

The two activities that were to be performed on that day were making

foundation and painting a house. Our group, which consisted of 15 people,

split into two groups and each group headed to their respective sites. I chose

to paint the house and we were briefed on how the job was to be done. We all

picked different sides of the house and started painting. We painted the house

for nearly 5 hours and some of the students from the foundation site joined us

towards the end. In 5 hours, we managed to complete the job. We had breaks

in between and surprisingly, music being played on speakers that made our

job more enjoyable.

The whole experience was an enjoyable and enriching one as we all got to

know about the poor conditions the people were living in and were able to

help make a difference in their lives. We also communicated with some of

the villagers and they were all very friendly and nice. In the process of

painting the house, some of us got paints on ourselves and at the end of the

day, we were all covered head to toe in fluorescent green. It was a laughable

sight. Although we would‘ve liked to stay longer, we had to leave early on

account of rains. We left Karjat exhausted but with a big smile on our faces.

Aditi Sridhar

IBDP 2

W e the students of IBDP from RBK went to Karjat to a mission for

habitat for humanity. It was a unique experience, for all the students

who participated. We started off at 6:30 in the morning for karjat

and on reaching, we were greeted in a tent where we were given the necessary

instructions and materials required for working well. There were two main

jobs which the students could opt for; laying the foundation for a house and

the exterior paint job. A lot of students opted for painting and some of the

braver souls decided to attempt laying the foundation to a house. It was hard

work and it took a lot of dedication to do the work properly. But the feeling of

doing something for someone else fueled our desire to work more. After a

thorough session of hard work we had a hearty lunch and were given our

certificates and then proceeded to the bus and started the long journey back

home. This may have been a small mission, but every small effort helps and

we look forward to going back and helping more people yet make a home for

them.

Vikramaditya Bam

IBDP 1

IBDP

IBDP TEACHERS’ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

T oday we live in the world where the young generation is beyond the shackles of the conventional

education system; their young and enthusiastic mind wants to go beyond the realms of rote

learning system. IB Diploma Program is a course of study that challenges young brains to think

creatively and explore their boundaries of imagination. Hence, not only the students but also the teachers of

IBDP are expected to be life long learners. They need to keep exploring new ideas, evolve their teaching

strategies and develop new resources. The IB faculty would need to interact with teachers from different

IB schools for exchange of resources. This kind of platform is provided by SAIBSA (South Asian

International Baccalaureate Schools‘ Association) on annual basis.

All the teachers from IBDP visited Mainadevi Bajaj International School on 15h February 2014 for

attending subject specific sessions from all the six groups of IBDP. These were conducted by experts from

the subject area. A common session on career counseling highlighted the role a teacher plays in students‘

life in deciding their career path. It also elaborated on the support that a teacher can provide for subject

selection. Teachers later went ahead with their subject specific meetings. It turned out to be extremely

helpful to our teachers. The guidance provided by the experts has equipped our teachers with better

understanding of the requirements of the DP.

Kinnari Shah

Coordinator IBDP

IB SPORTS FEST

O ur MYP & DP students participated in the IB Sports Fest for soccer and table tennis under 19 boys

and girls which was organized by Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai.

We played table tennis against Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Jamnabai Narsee School,

Aditya Birla School & Bombay International school.

Our table tennis team was represented by Yash Gantti, Ishaan Jindal, Piyush Jain from Grade 7 and Akash

Surve from Grade 9.

For soccer, Pujan Dedhia, Kunal Soi, Shamir Sahir from DP 2 ,Gaurav Iyer, Sirish Raju and Sunny Bhoir

from Gr 10, Akash Surve, Kanishk Arora, Devarsh Siraj,Atharva Sunil, Aman Selarka, Aman Makan,

Rohan Raju from Grade 9 and Ishaan Jindal from Grade 7 participated with enthusiam.

We have 2 more games pending and scheduled for this week.

We wish all our participants to do well!

Victor Samual

Faculty Physical Education

IBDP

Note: All salads served will be boiled

- Ms Payal Sinha Consultant Dietician

Particulars

Tuesday 25.02.14

Wednesday 26.02.14

Thursday 27.02.14

Friday 28.02.14

Monday 03.03.14

Play

Group /

Pre-

Primary Short Break Lunch

Special

Meal

Cheese

Chilly Toast

Wheat Flakes

With Milk/

Sada Dosa

With

Chutney

Sambhar

Chapati,

Pudina Rice,

Dal Tadka ,

Chole

Masala,

Chawli Bhaji

Salad,

Buttermilk

Sphegetti In

White Sauce

Pan Cake With

Chocolate Sauce

Milk And Oats /

White Dhokla

With Chutny

Chapati,

Coriander Rice,

Dal Fry,

Matar Paneer,

Palak Aloo

Vegetable,

Salad,

Buttermilk

Sechazuan Fried

Rice

Carrot Peas

Upma

Milk And

Cereals/

Missal Pav

Chapati,

Pav Bhaji,

Matar Pulao,

Boondi Raita,

Salad, Papad,

Sheera

Hakka

Noodles With

Manchurian

Methi

Thepla With

Aloo Bhaji

Corn Flakes

With Milk/

Bread

Pakoda

Chapati,

Jeera Rice,

Dal Tadka,

Barwa

Baigan , Dry

Potato

Vegetable,

Salad,

Buttermilk

Veg Pizza

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NOTICE

The school will remain closed on Thursday 27th Feb 2014

(Mahashivaratri)