Having served as a line umpire in seven International Events, Gagandeep was recently chosen for his eighth International Tennis Competition – Chennai Open 2016.

He has been working as Tennis coach in Baru Sahib since 2011. He has a coaching experience of 12yrs & an umpiring experience for 8yrs, He has been offering the best of his training services & skills to the students of Baru Sahib.

His Personal Training has helped the students to lead in many state level competitions and made them won many trophies & national awards. He works hard along with the students so that they can explore the best out of their potential. Akal Academy Baru Sahib has always had a strong sporting tradition and students enjoy excellent sporting facilities. Students are guided by a team of professional members.

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~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 12th Jan ’16

Aka Academy Bhadaur organized Inter House free hand drawing & painting competition (grade V to grade VIII) on 2.1.2016. It was organized by the Arts & craft department. In the era focused on grades, such competitions were conducted to bring out the artistic talents among students. These activities bring out their brilliant ideas and innovations which can enrich society.

The following categories were allotted to the students as per their age & level

V-VI- Save Environment
VII-Pollution
VIII- Sachha Achha Bharat

The budding rural artists performed with a lot of enthusiasm & showcased their talents.

The result is as follows: Overall Winner:- Abhay House, Ist Runner up:- Atul & Ajay House. 2nd Runner up:- Amul House.

~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 5th Jan ’16

Shaheedi of Sahibzadas is a saga of great inspiration for the young children. This event is celebrated in Akal Academy Bilga. After recitation of Mala path, Shabad and poems were recited by students.

Self-composed poem was recited by students of XI Science Jugraj Singh arousing emotional sentiments for the supreme sacrifices by the Sahibzaade.

A student Simranjit Kaur of XII narrated the saga of valor & sacrifice and how they remained firm on their principles.

After this teacher Gurpreet Kaur delivered speech motivating the students to follow the path shown by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, Mata Gujri Ji and Sahibzade. Every Child was inspired by the greatness, the virtues and the indomitable and unconquerable spirit of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

In the end Parshad was also distributed among students.

~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 1st Jan ’16

The Ambrosial Nectar of the Naam, the Name of our Lord and Master, has been placed upon it as well; it is the Support of all.

Gurmat Samagam was conducted to commemorate the Martyrdom of the youngest Sahibzaade of Guru Gobind Singh ji at Gurdwara Theh Kalandhar Sahib. Villagers residing in the surrounded area attended it with religious fervour.

21 students of Akal Academy, Theh Kalandhar along with their parents took ‘Khande Baate da Amrit’ as a tribute to the Chhote Sahibzaade. While on one hand, the youth is being caught by the wilderness of the Drug world, these kids pledged to commit themselves to Sikhi.

The entire hall reverberates with the sacred feelings followed by Jaikaras by the young baptized students who pledged to commit themselves to Guru Sahib.

The students were honoured with saropas at the Academy and were appreciated by the Principal and staff members. They were also given Kakaars, Nitnem Banis, Diaries to further encourage them in such spiritual commitments.

These blessed souls will serve as a exemplary for the future Sikh generations to come

~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 29th Dec ’15

Shaheedi Diwas of the youngest martyrs in the history of the world was commemorated at Akal Academy, Boparai Kalai. Dedicated to this day, a Gurmat program was organized.

The students performed Shabad Kirtan, Kavisihtri glorifying the great sacrifice made by them for the Khalsa Panth.

The students pay an emotional tribute to the SIKH heroes who fought with unflinching courage and bravely to protect the sanctity of our religion.

The principal appreciated the efforts of the students for their heartfelt tribute. She remarked during her concluding speech, “ The heroic deeds of the youngest sons of Guru Gobind Singh will inspire the generations to fight for justice and keep the roots of Sikhi Intact.”

~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 29th Dec ’15

The use of role-playing in teaching –learning can help students relate a situation to their own lives. Students learn best when they can connect learning to real life situations.

The students of Std. VI organized “Mock Market” in the school lawn on 26 December, 2015. The children happily slipped into the roles of salesmen, hawkers, shopkeepers and vegetable vendors.

Initiated by Atul House the children first of all decorated their shops with sign boards. Price list of the items were also displayed. Accompanied by class teachers (Mrs. Ranjit Kaur Mr. Vattan Preet Singh, Mrs. Savita), the children set to the scene with rustic ambience.

Mr. Ashok Singh Guleria (Head Coordinator/Activity In charge) interacted with the children and spoke on the basic market terms such as market and their types, Bargaining, Minimum Retail Price (MRP), Warranty and Guarantee differences, cash memo etc.

A hustling bustling scene made the school campus look like a real market. The programme was aimed to familiarize the children with the daily shopping needs, market awareness regarding types of markets, bargaining, customer rights, minimum retail price, quality of the product, expiry date etc. Besides it gave children the opportunity to learn social interaction skills, ability to influence others.

Mrs. Simran Kaur Thind, The Principal, later appreciated the House Master and teachers for their contribution, she interacted with the children and asked them to apply and use their learning while shopping in the real markets.

Ms. Anshul Bhardwaj (Atul House Master), Mrs. Kanchan Mishra, Mrs. Kanak Tripathi SST HOD, Mr. VijayPal Singh, HOD Science, Mr. Phillip Xavier, Media Coordinator too contributed to make this activity a new learning among children.

~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 28th Dec ’15

Inter house computer quiz was organised in Akal Academy Bilga. It was conducted by Computer Teachers. Amanveer Singh, Students from 6th to 8th participated in it. It consisted of three rounds; general round, G.K. round and multiple choice questions round. 3 students from each house and each class participated in it.

Atul house bagged 1st position, Amul house bagged 2nd position and 3rd position bagged by Ajay house.

Principal Harpreet Kaur Sahni congratulated the winners and motivated others to participate in such interactive sessions.

~ Tapasleen kaur
~ New Delhi, 26th Dec ’15

Guru Teg Bahadur ji, the ninth Guru of the Sikhs also known as “Hind di Chadar” came to this world when the religious bigotry & Tyranny was at its peak. Guruji listened them properly and decided to sacrifice his own life for the cause. Guruji’s sacrifice at Chandni Chowk in Delhi changed the very destiny of this nation. Guruji’s sacrifice at Chandni Chowk in Delhi changed the very destiny of this nation. Had Guruji not sacrificed his live for the cause of protecting the religious freedom of Kashmiri Pandits. the history of this nation would have shaped differently.

Akal Academy, Gomti commemorated this very pious and auspicious day with religious fervour & Gaiety. The remembrance began around in the morning after daily morning prayers children recited poems, delivering speeches and singing the Shabads.

Aurangzeb tried his best to astray Guruji from this path of religion; lest all in vain. Bhai Mati Das was cut into two with the a saw. Bhai Sati Dasji was burnt alive and Bhai Dyalaji was boiled to death. But all these atrocities could not change the determination of Guruji.

The programme started with the recitation of a poem by Sumanpreet Kaur and Harpreet Kaur of VI B. Navjot Kaur and Navpreet Kaur of VIIA recited a beautiful poem titled “Zina Peetay Jam Shadtan dey”. Class IIA student Gurunoor Singh sang a beautiful song and highlighted the sacrifice of Guru Teg Bahadurji.

It was Amardeep Singh of Class V-A who told in a very systematic way about the circumstances leading to the Martyrdom of Guruji. Palakpreet Kaur delivered a speech and highlighted the major incidents about Guruji’s life. Navreet Kaur, Shubpreet Kaur and Harpreet Kaur of XII-A sang a very emotional song “Diliye tu kyon Nahin Roi”.

Sehajpreet Singh & Lovepreet Singh sang a Kavishri and told about the sacrifice of Bhai Mati Dasji. At this juncture the Darbar Sahib was beautifully decorated. Everybody present in Darbar Sahib appreciated the efforts of the students.

Principal Madam Pawan Sahni also appreciated the Children for presenting their programmes in such a nice and beautiful way. Children were served Prasad at the end of the programme.

~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 21st Dec ’15

Gurmat Samagam was organized at Gurdwara Singh Sabha Fazilka where students of Akal Academy Theh Kalandhar participated. Religion contests of poem, poetry, lectures and Ques were conducted to inculcate religious values in the youth.

Young students from K.G to Fifth Grade performed Shabad Kirtan & recited religious rhymes which enthralled the Sangat. The organizers laid stress upon youth to preserve their roots and shun all bad habits in order to follow the path of truth and teachings of Gurus.

In the end the students were honored with siropas and inspired to keep their Sikhi Intact.

~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 19th Dec ’15