Newsletter October 2019

(Secondary & Senior Secondary)

VIGILANCE AWARENESS WEEK

” The fight for corruption-free ethical society will have to be achieved against

greed for self and replace it with a spirit of 'what can I give'?!”

Vigilance Awareness Week is being celebrated every year and

coincides with the birthday of Sardar Vallabhai Patel, known to be a man of

high integrity. The Central Vigilance Commission, as the apex integrity

institution of the country, endeavours to promote integrity, transparency and

accountability in public life.

On this occasion Mr. K. Naveen Kumar Assistant Prohibition and

Excise Superintendent, Dhoolpet was invited as the chief guest to Johnson

Grammar school, CBSE, Nacharam. The school staff, students and the chief

guest took the integrity pledge administered by school Head Girl. The Chief

Guest motivated the students with his inspirational thoughts on the

importance of Integrity in one’s life. Speaking on the occasion, the principal

urged the students to imbibe the virtues of integrity from parents and

teachers so that they become good citizens in society.

Field Trip to CCMB

As a part of Field Trip for an experiential learning, students of

grade XI & XII of Johnson grammar school visited Centre for Cellular &

Molecular Biology (CCMB), a premier research organization in frontier

areas of modern biology on 29th October 2019. Students interacted with

the scientists and to understand the objectives of the centre towards

high quality basic research and training in frontier areas of modern

biology, and the operations that promote centralized national facilities

of new and modern techniques in the inter disciplinary areas of biology.

A Lecture by the scientist Mr. Jaideep has highly influenced the students

in understanding the phenomena of Fluorescence, Phosphorescence,

Spectroscopy, MRI Scanning, NMR Spectroscopy etc.

Students curiously observed the structure of DNA on ATGC pattern. They also became aware of the human genome project. Many limitless curious queries were posed by the students as their enthusiasm was boundless. The quest for their scientific acumen saw a new dimension.

A FIELD TRIP TO SALAR JUNG MUSEUM

It said that educational field trips are the best way to gain knowledge in a

short span of time. One such educational Integrated Field Trip was organised for

the students of Grade 10 & 9 on the 30th and 31st October 2019.

The descriptive notes in each gallery very highly informative. The students

voyaged the displays in the chronological order. They were awestruck to find the

artefacts of the pre historic ear and gained information on the riches that lay inside

and the socio cultural and economic perspectives of the time and people when they

were crafted.

The field trip was indeed fruitful and gave a great learning experience for

the students.

UNITED NATIONS DAY

United Nations Day is celebrated every year on 24th

October to commemorate the establishment of this

international organisation. This day is acknowledged as a

reminder of what UN represents and it’s has

accomplishments. The sole purpose of this organisation lies in

strengthening unity between countries, improving livelihoods

and empowering lives.

The students of integrity club relayed the significance of

United Nations in upholding virtues of peace and harmony

through a presentation. They engaged in a performance that

educated the audience about the aim and responsibilities.

THE STARS OF TOMORROW

“The preparation for tomorrow brings out the best today”

Swimming is the sport that can be achieved only with

constant practice and hard work. Kashyapi Galavankar of Grade IX

participated in the school games and School Federation Association

Swimming Events on the 18th, 19th, and 20th October at Balyogi

International Stadium.

She participated in 50meters butterfly in the school games

and bagged three silver medals. She won the first place in

200meters individual medley, 100 meters butterfly and back stroke

and bagged the second position in 50meters freestyle.

Once again Kashyapi has made the Johnson family proud by

putting in all her hard work and concentration to achieve her goal.

PRECAUTIONS FOR DIWALI

“This Diwali burst your ego, not crackers”

Light and firecrackers have been considered as the

integral part of this festival One needs to be very careful

while celebrating the festival of light. However, firecrackers

can be dangerous when not handled properly, and

firecrackers can cause serious injuries.

As a part of assembly presentation, students of

Disaster Management Club gave a presentation on

important measures to be taken during Diwali. The

students advised the school assembly to observe the

following precautions while bursting crackers this Diwali.

1. Always buy branded firecrackers.

2. Store crackers in a safe place.

3. Keep a bucket of sand and water nearby.

4. Wear cotton clothes.

5. Burst crackers in an open area.

DIWALI CELEBRATIONS

Diwali is the festival beyond

religion. It is celebrated in the month

of October and November... people

also call it Deepawali.... it is a festival

of lights. It is celebrated in honour of

Lord Rama return to Ayodhya after

fourteen years of exile....

The rangoli on the theme of

eco-friendly Diwali by the students of

all the four houses added the perfect

setting to the festivity. During the

morning assembly The students of

Grade IX enlightened the audience

about the importance of the festival.

They highlighted the victory of good

over evil, light over darkness and

knowledge over ignorance. A

soothing song sung by S.Ananth of

Grade X left the captive audience

awestruck. Followed by the Principal

ensitising the students about the ill-

effects of crackers.

SWIMMING TOWARDS SUCCESS

“The best way to predict the future is to create it”.

Swimming is a sport that requires extreme

hard work and strict discipline. J. Raj Likhith of

grade VIII participated in State Level Swimming

Tournament conducted by SGF.

He bagged a silver medal in 50m freestyle

and Two gold medals in 50mand 100m back stroke.

By putting in the best efforts and thereby

showcasing his talent, Raj Likhith was successful in

paving his way to the National Level Tournament.

All the Best Little champion.

BUDDING TENNIS STAR OF JGS!!!

Miss Amireddy Sreenidhi Reddy of Grade IX made the school proud

with her commendable achievement in Tennis. She participated in the CS –

AITA Tennis Tournament conducted at Lake View Tennis Academy in

under 16 Girls Singles and was Runner Up.

The JGS family appreciates her consistent hard work and arduous efforts.

DEBATE COMPETITION

Sardar Vallabhai Patel – A marvel of unity

Debate is a process that involves formal discussion on a

particular topic. In a debate, opposing arguments are put

forward to argue for a different perspective towards

understanding. . On 30th October, 2019 as an account of

Rashtriya Ekatha Diwas, the Integrity Club of Johnson

Grammar School has conducted an inter-house debate

competition, on the topic “Why Sardar Vallabhai Patel, the

statue of unity is being politicized and criticized?”.

The students have wonderfully shared their ideas

representing their houses- Roses, Shamrocks, Tulips and

Daffodils. The activity helped the students to improve their

knowledge of current affairs debating skills.

ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION

“Unity in diversity gives both strength and beauty”

National Unity day also known as Rashtriya Ekta

Diwas is celebrated every year on 31st of October by the

people all through India. It is celebrated to commemorate

the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel who

unified the country. He is an inspiration for every Indian

and to portray this, the students of Johnson Grammar

School have enthusiastically participated in the essay

writing competition conducted by the Integrity Club of our

school, on the topic “Why Sardar Vallabhai Patel, the statue

of unity is being politicized and criticized ?”.

JOY OF GIVING “You must be change you wish to see in the world”

- Mahatma Ghandhi

Community outreach and education program are an important component of the school’s mission. The main objectives of community outreach it to develop instructional support program that ensure student learning, engaging in continuous support and connect with the needy.

As a part of Community Outreach Program

the students of grade XI and XII visited Manyatha

Old Age Home, Uppal on the 25th of October,2019

The students could create a connect with the

inmates which left them emotionally charged the

feel of which was beyond words.

RUN FOR UNITY

IF YOU WANT TO GO QUICKLY, GO ALONE. IF YOU

WANT TO FAR, GO TOGETHER.

In 2014, the Government of India introduced

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day with an aim to

pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth

anniversary.

The Run for Unity program takes place in major

towns, districts, and various rural locations. The program

involves the active participation of young from schools,

colleges, universities, educational institutions, National

Cadet Corps, National Service Scheme, etc.

Johnson Grammar School celebrated National Unity

Day on 31st October, 2019.

The Johnsonites of Grade XI and XII marched on the

streets to celebrate the National Unity Day. The main goal in

doing so was to promote national integration among the

people and to preserve the country’s unity and integrity.

The students were excited in inculcating the spirit of

patriotism among the people. The march aimed to revive

and reinforce Sardar Patel’s values of unity, good

governance and grass root development.