OUR JOURNEY

Jiva Gurukulum was established in the year 2019 with the blessings of His Holiness Sri Sri Sri Tridandi Chinna Srimannarayana Ramanuja Jeeyar Swamiji. Throughout the year 2019-20 various activities were held to inculcate moral values among the children. All the festivals were celebrated to acquaint the children to our tradition and culture. Children actively participated in the festivities and got a glimpse of our glorious customs and practices. Various in house competitions were held to improve the communication skills and overcome stage fear. Alongside academics equal importance is given to sports and various sports events were held to bring about team spirit and coordination among the children. On 28th February Science Day was held to showcase the innate talents of our children and help them to gain knowledge about science and the latest advancements in technology. We continue to conduct various events to provide a platform to children so that they become leaders and achievers of tomorrow.

GANESH CHATURTHI 2020

On the eve of the auspicious Ganesh chaturthi, activity and vocalization competitions were announced for the students of Jiva Gurukulam. The activity and competition were designed according to the age group. Many students enthusiastically participated in this activity and competition. Children made beautiful idols of Lord Ganesha using vegetable and fruit carvings. They have sent the pics of the idols carved by them to their respective class teachers which was in turn made into a collage. Children sent the recorded videos of their speeches. Though it is the first time, children have done a splendid job shooting short videos. The selected children participated in the second round which was held virtually. Certificates have been mailed to the winners. We all miss the fun and frolic that we experience in the school premises. Children enjoyed the festival by talking part in the activity and competition.

The best part with the virtual celebrations is that we can keep seeing these messages over and over again, which shows the rapport, respect and bond shared in between us and the students.

The next was the online celebration amongst we teachers and the school management. For some time, we ourselves felt like kids doing a fashion show, playing antakshari and word guessing based on hints given by other teacher, with our giggles and loud laughter filling our homes – and our family simply watching us like ‘what’s going on’
We also shared our experience’s at Jiva Gurukulam and some thoughts as to what can be done better as a team.

Finally, we received warm wishes from the chairman along with motivational words which will definitely help us keep up and go beyond our commitments towards the students, parents, colleagues and the school.

Our principal Mrs. Raghu Bala hoisted the flag followed by the national anthem. We completed our program with a graceful dance by our dance sir for the song “Vande Matharam”.At the end of the program a motivational speech was given by our beloved principal mam about patriotism and spiritualism to inspire all the students on the occasion of our national festival.

All we desire for our country is happiness. Let me be the first person to wish you a special “Happy Independence Day”. Let’s salute our great nation on this day.

The students of the four houses dressed in white uniform performed March- Past with the drill and the tri colour flag flying high. The school echoed with patriotism as students danced and performed acts related to the British rule and the sacrifices made by our glorious freedom fighters. The most exciting part of the program was the dance drama on Article 370 which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. The Tiny Tots came dressed as freedom fighters. We had Bharat Mata, Jawaharlal Nehru, Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh and Jhansi Lakshmi Bai on the stage. All the performances paid respect to our country’s achievements and achievers.

Nearly students from 30 schools participated in this mega event which was held in Lal Bahadur Stadium.Our students brought laurels to our school in various categories. In the Under 10 category, the second position was bagged by Pavani and Rishipreet from std IV and Likhith from std V secured the third position. In the Under 12 category Gurucharan from std V and Satya Vasundhara from std VI bagged the second position. Charan Sai Srikar of std V secured the third position. In the Under 14 category Adityavardhan from std VII and Arjun of std VI secured the third position. It was a wonderful platform for the students to improve on logical thinking, analytical reasoning and problem solving.

Students picked up projects according to their own interest and age. Higher grade students came up with solutions for the current issues of traffic management, health, water management, and innovative ideas for using natural resources in efficient ways. It was a mesmerizing experience for the audience (parents), and a proud moment for their mentors to see their students’ zeal and skills.

Children dressed in traditional attire gathered around the bonfire and danced. Abhinav of standard 6, dressed up as ‘Haridasu’ sang melodious keeertans with his musical instrument, tambura. The arrival of gangireddu, the decorated bull brought liveliness to the entire event. The younger generation is made aware of our rich culture and tradition by bringing it alive in their midst. The program concluded with the food festival organised by the children themselves. Children participated enthusiastically buying and selling traditional home made food items.