Monday, 19th November 2013

Opp. Indian Oil Nagar, Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link Road, Mumbai-400088 Tel: +91 22 65218124/25/26 www.rbkia.org

FROM THE DESK OF THE MANAGEMENT REPRESENTATIVE

T he western music concert at RBKIA is one of the major events of the year, which is eagerly awaited by staff and students alike. The highlight is in bringing

together all the children from the Play group to IBDP (Grade XII) on the stage. That music has no language, it transcends all barriers, kindles our imagination, and has the power to soothe and inspire – are all well known. This concert helped prove these facts! The audience was taken on a trip down Hollywood lane, when our students beautifully rendered famous themes like The Conquest Of Paradise, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, Once Upon A Time in the West and Live And Let Die. The program began with the lighting of the lamp by Dr Arundhati Hoskeri, Management Representative and Principal Mr. Edward Robinson. A short documentary film titled “Be kind, help the blind” which four of our MYP students have acted in was screened before the concert began. Some of the scenes have been shot on our school premises, and we are proud to be associated with this venture, which has been shortlisted for a National as well as an International film festival. We appreciate our music teachers, Felix Hug and Sanjay Metri and all the staff who have put in their best to make this event a grand success. Our enthusiastic IBDP students had put up a stall to sell articles prepared by physically and mentally challenged persons, and the proceeds from sales will go to charity. This forms part of their Creativity Action and Service. Well done guys! Two of our PYP French teachers,

Soraya Postel and Diane Millette attended a French Workshop on 15th November 2013, conducted by Preeti Bhutani renowned Indian author of French books and professor, University of

Delhi. Our teachers were glad to attend this informative workshop that focussed on practical classroom teaching techniques and perspectives on assessment.

First Semester Examinations The First Semester Examination begins today for MYP and DP students and will end on Friday, 29th November 2013. I wish all our students all the very best for their examination.

Dr. Arundhati Hoskeri Management Representative

EDITORIAL

FROM THE PRINCIPAL - Inquiry Based Learning

O ne critical difference between traditional education and modern education is the change in the dynamics of the student-teacher relationship. Previously the teacher was the

source of "all" k n owl e d g e , "all" right and wrong, and the student was the empty

vessel to be filled. At RBK International Academy, the teacher is a guide not a source. You can think of him/her as a seasoned exploration guide. And following this analogy the students become members of his/her exploration team. This is inquiry based learning where students are not observers or tourists in the classroom but are active members of a community - exploring and learning. The teacher provides the structure, sets the stage for the Inquiry and leads the students with specific learning goals. This is Structured Inquiry, not just “play time”. Structured Inquiry engages student in the hard work of discovering and sorting information, reflecting and making connections and finally drawing conclusions and taking actions. There is nothing more significant or power in a child’s life then when he/she truly learns, discovers, or creates something on his/her own. For me the unattributed quote below is one we should have keep in mind when leading or evaluating learning:

"Tell me and I forget, show me and I remember, involve me and I understand"

an old adage. This past weekend all the PYP T e a c h e r s , Coordinator and school heads were bu s y i n

learning new skills and tools to lead inquiry in the classroom. The workshop was lead by Ms. Anabelle Villamarin, an IBO Workshop leader with over 6 years experience of leading such workshops and enhancing learning in schools internationally. The workshop was filled with many creative ways and tools to engage students in learning and I’m sure you will see the fruits of these efforts in the primary classrooms.

Edward Robinson Principal

Source: Fountainhead school

IBO WORKSHOP

SCHOOL EVENT

WESTERN MUSIC CONCERT 2013

O n Saturday 26th October, students from the entire school participated in our Annual Western Music Concert. The theme for this year was – soundtracks from blockbuster movies. We had put in weeks of preparation, so naturally we all wanted to do a good job. We kept quiet in our greenrooms, as we were scared to mess up on stage; we repeated the

melodies in our heads throughout the day, not wanting to be the cause of a bad performance. Eventually, I think we delivered a good performance of ‘Hedwig’s Theme – Harry Potter’, and the audience seemed to enjoy it. All in all, it was the perfect way to start our Diwali holidays, giving us something to be proud of! Thank you dear teachers, for putting in all your hard work

and dedication to ensure the concert would be successful! Neeraja Chemburkar - Grade 9

T he song we did was ‘Conquest of Paradise’, which we sixth graders found very interesting. A kid from grade 2 said, “I really liked the concert, it was, I really liked performing in front of everyone”. When the other grades were going on with performing the rest of the kids were in their greenrooms enjoying, they were dancing, chatting, drawing, watching

videos, reading books and doing lots more. All of the kids were looking gorgeous in their costumes! Another parent of a sixth grader and K1 student exclaimed, “All the students performed and hosted the show in a spectacular way”. Another parent of Grade 2 said, “The performers looked stunning!” Well, that’s all I have got for you now. I hope you all enjoyed the show

too!!!!! Simran Kaur - Grade 6

PYP

UOI PRESENTATION

T he UOI presentation gave a platform to the students to exhibit their talents and potentials and boosted their confidence to a great level. The whole experience of seeing the tiny ones taking over the control was indeed brilliant! The response from the parents also was superb too! They seemed to have really enjoyed the presentation!

Nursery For the UOI presentation, the K1 children presented a role-play on ‘road safety’, a song on transportation and also explained the road rules to their parents while explained to their parents what they did for the overall UOI. The K2 children too presented a role-play on ‘community helpers’, a song and also explained what they did for the UOI. All the Math and English links were discussed. The Learner profiles and attitudes were presented to the parents too. Overall the UOI presentation was a grand success!!

Parents’ Feedback

Nursery A &Nursery B K1- A K1-B This was very well demonstrated by all the kids. The teacher was also very supportive. Kids now have in depth knowledge of transport. Really appreciate the supports!

Rajini Jain (Aarav Jain) This presentation was very informative. All the kids performed their best. They were well taught and guided. Please repeat such exercises once again!

Milindi Parekh (Maher Parekh) Teachers have worked really hard and our children have done excellent! They know the rules of traffic. We are very much satisfied with the teaching style in the school.

Niraj Doshi (Raj Doshi)

It was very encouraging to know that our kids have learnt so much on the transportation system and could express well. It is clear that every child is involved and lot of learning is practical and not just by rote memory. Now, we also know better what to do when our child comes home with a project to be completed.

Anil Hebbar (Paavani Hebbar) Sometimes kids teach us simple routines which we as adults do not follow like: Wear a seat belt. Check PUC. Now that have seen this wonderful traffic policy act, I will follow the rules always. Thank you, dears kids for reminding us to follow the rules. Kudos to teacher Ms. Neha and of course, the kids! Great going! Superb efforts!

Delna Maloo (Jehan Maloo) K1-C The skit was remarkable. The teacher Ms. Deepali’s hard work was reflected in the students’ performance. In totality, excellent presentation given by the 4 year olds!

Anu Shah (Veer Shah) It was an awesome experience to watch our little ones present in front of the parents what they have learnt! Highly appreciate the efforts put in by the teachers for training the kids. The hard-work put in by the kids and teachers was very impressive.

Kiran Goel (Vivaan Goel) A very well planned, organized and executed presentation by the students of class K 1 C and wonderful effort by the teachers. I enjoyed watching it! Keep it up!

Jigna Rambhia (Piya Rambhia) It was a superlative performance put together by the students of K1C. The central idea was very well presented by the class. Kudos to teachers and the kids for putting up such a fabulous show!

Mansi Dake (Amogh Dake) As a parent I could see the kind of effort that must have gone in from the teachers in preparing the kids for the presentation. It was amazing and much appreciated. Your patience and perseverance with kids is amazing.

Ms. Bhavna (Kyra Narian) K2-A Truly commendable job by the teachers! Great efforts by the kids!

Sarika Shetty (Saansh Shetty) This is amazing! Well done kids. Well done Teachers! Great efforts!

Parul Kakkad (Arman Kakkad) It was amazing to see the kids speak so fluently! Keep it up. We had a great time.

Ritika Lapasia (Dhruan Lapasia) Great job by teachers and children! Amazed to see their level of understanding of concepts!

Ruchika Anand (Shlok Anand) Fantastic!!! Very good .Please keep up the good work!

Aarti Nigam (Yash Nigam) K2-B Great job by teachers and students! Such activities will surely help overcome any stage fear kids may have. Well Done!

Manoj Gadkari (Ishaan Gadkari) Excellent performance by the kids and thanks to the teachers for the kids’ confidence!!

Chandermohan Singla (Rithvik & Krishiv Singla) Fabulous Presentation! Amazing display of confidence, talent and learning1 Thank you Teacher, Ms. Saloni !

Giselle Pereira (Shruthi Jairam) Great work by the teachers and kids! Our kids looked very happy and confident

Lavina Alag (Roohani Alag) Outstanding performance by kids! Thanks teachers for making this possible.

Rahul Sanghavi (Dian Sanghavi)

MYP

WELL DONE!

K id spirit magazine is an online publishing platform that gives teens an exposure to an intense process of editing, thinking and growing. These pieces are written and edited by teenagers! Niti Majethia from Grade 10 won the Kid spirit poetry award,

being one of the three people chosen worldwide. She received a Plaque and a letter from the editorial team of New York. She also works as an editor for the magazine as she set up her own editorial board in India, along with

Monil shah and Pujan Dedhia from IBDP2. Niti says, “I really hope more of my fellow peers will take interest in the artistic expression. It is really important to get a break in the publishing world and be able to express yourself. Kid spirit will always welcome everyone who has original art that suits our issues. You can contact me for any more details, I would be glad to help you."

Students, contact Niti, as soon as possible! Be a part of the winning team!!!!

Meera Rangarajan Faculty - MYP

PARTICULARS

TUESDAY

19.11.13

WEDNESDAY

20.11.13

THURSDAY

21.11.13

FRIDAY 22.11.13

MONDAY

25.11.13

PLAY GROUP / PRE-PRIMARY

Carrot Thepla with Chunda

Boiled Corn Chat

Veg Macaroni

Chutney Bhel

Rawa Porridge

SHORT BREAK

Wheat Flakes with Milk/ Idly

Chutney Sambhar

Sada Dosa Chutney/

Chinese Bhel

Pancake – Chocolate

Sauce/ Cheese Chilli

Toast

Milk and Oats/ Sprout Bhel

Daliya Porridge/ Methi Thepla with

Curd

LUNCH

Chapati, Coriander

Rice, Mung Dal, Dudhi

Chana Vegetable, Capsicum

Corn Vegetable,

Veg Raita and Jal Jeera

Chapati, Tadka Rice,

Mix Dal, Matar Paneer, Aloo Gobhi, Carrot Salad

and Masala Chas

Chapati, Plain Rice, Chana Dal

Tadka, Vegetable

Kofta, Rajma Masala,

Kachumber Salad and

Buttermilk

Chapati, Zeera Rice, Palak Dal, Methi Aloo

Veg, Chawli ki Sabzi, Sprout

Salad and

Buttermilk

Chapati, Tomato Rice,

Dal Tadka, Bharwan Baingan,

Capsicum Aloo Vegetable,

Beetroot Salad and

Jal Jeera

SPECIAL MEAL

Vegetable Pasta with

Cheese

Garlic Bread with

Vegetables in White Sauce

Veg Noodles with

Manchurian

Tomato and

Corn Pizza

Capsicum Peas Pasta

in Tomato Sauce

Note: All salads served will be boiled

- Ms Payal Sinha Consultant Dietician