{"id":6961,"date":"2016-08-26T13:41:33","date_gmt":"2016-08-26T08:11:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=6961"},"modified":"2025-05-26T14:25:46","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T08:55:46","slug":"shaping-dreams-in-clay-akal-academy-bilgas-sculpting-stars-shine-bright","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/shaping-dreams-in-clay-akal-academy-bilgas-sculpting-stars-shine-bright\/","title":{"rendered":"Shaping Dreams in Clay &#8211; Akal Academy Bilga\u2019s Sculpting Stars Shine Bright"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/shaping-dreams-in-clay-akal-academy-bilgas-sculpting-stars-shine-bright\/#Art_Meets_History_%E2%80%93_A_Creative_Explosion_of_Heritage\" >Art Meets History &#8211; A Creative Explosion of Heritage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/shaping-dreams-in-clay-akal-academy-bilgas-sculpting-stars-shine-bright\/#Discovering_Talents_Shaping_Minds\" >Discovering Talents, Shaping Minds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/shaping-dreams-in-clay-akal-academy-bilgas-sculpting-stars-shine-bright\/#Celebrating_Artistic_Excellence\" >Celebrating Artistic Excellence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/shaping-dreams-in-clay-akal-academy-bilgas-sculpting-stars-shine-bright\/#Words_of_Wisdom_%E2%80%93_Motivation_from_the_Principal\" >Words of Wisdom &#8211; Motivation from the Principal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/shaping-dreams-in-clay-akal-academy-bilgas-sculpting-stars-shine-bright\/#A_Message_to_All_Young_Creators\" >A Message to All Young Creators<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Art_Meets_History_%E2%80%93_A_Creative_Explosion_of_Heritage\"><\/span>Art Meets History &#8211; A Creative Explosion of Heritage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Held under the guidance of the Art &amp; Craft Department, the competition gave students from <strong>Nursery to Class VI<\/strong> a unique opportunity to dive into the world of sculpture. With themes inspired by Indian heritage and architectural marvels, students crafted models like the towering <strong>Qutab Minar<\/strong>, the intricate <strong>Sanchi Stupa<\/strong>, and the timeless <strong>Taj Mahal <\/strong>all from simple, earthy clay and old newspapers.<br \/>\nThe competition was conducted house-wise, adding a fun and friendly dose of teamwork and spirit to the creative process.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discovering_Talents_Shaping_Minds\"><\/span>Discovering Talents, Shaping Minds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The event was brilliantly organized by Art &amp; Craft teacher <strong>S. Sukhdev Singh<\/strong>, along with Activity Incharge <strong>Ms. Inderjit Kaur<\/strong>, who ensured every child had the opportunity to explore their creative potential in a structured, yet imaginative environment.<br \/>\nMore than just making clay figures, students discovered the joy of hands-on creation, the patience of sculpting detail, and the pride of presenting something they made with their own two hands.<br \/>\nFrom intricate domes to fine pillars, every sculpture echoed the children&#8217;s enthusiasm and the teachers\u2019 careful mentoring.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Celebrating_Artistic_Excellence\"><\/span>Celebrating Artistic Excellence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>House-Wise Results:-<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83e\udd47 1st Position \u2013 <strong>Amul House<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83e\udd48 2nd Position \u2013 <strong>Ajay House<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83e\udd49 3rd Position \u2013 <strong>Abhai House<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Class-Wise Results:-<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83c\udfc5 Overall 1st Position \u2013 <strong>KG-B<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83e\udd48 2nd Position \u2013 <strong>III-A<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83e\udd49 3rd Position \u2013 <strong>V-A &amp; VI-B<\/strong> (tied)<br \/>\nThe creativity displayed left the judges in awe, and the winners were awarded certificates and prizes for their artistic achievement.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Words_of_Wisdom_%E2%80%93_Motivation_from_the_Principal\"><\/span>Words of Wisdom &#8211; Motivation from the Principal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Principal <strong>Ms. Harpreet Kaur Sahni<\/strong> personally congratulated all the winners, applauding not just their work, but also the effort and passion behind each creation. She emphasized that activities like these are not just competitions but important milestones in helping students identify their hidden talents early in life.<br \/>\nIn her address to all students, and explained the importance of their learning.<br \/>\n<em>\u201cArt is the language of the soul. When you shape clay, you\u2019re shaping imagination, patience, and confidence.\u201d<\/em><br \/>\nShe encouraged every child to participate more actively in such events and reminded them that creativity is a skill that will support them in all walks of life.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Message_to_All_Young_Creators\"><\/span>A Message to All Young Creators<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To every student reading this don&#8217;t be afraid to get your hands messy in pursuit of something beautiful. Every sculpture starts with a lump of clay, just like every idea starts with a spark. Keep molding. Keep creating. 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