Students of Akal Academy, Dhanal Kalan play up with their minds for Inter House Display Board Competition!

 “Tell me and I forget
Teach me and I remember
Involve me and I learn”

A picture is worth a thousand words and display Boards are a great tool to present that picture. Students learn 80% more by seeing a picture than the abstract knowledge and they learn 100% more when they are involved in that activity.

Keeping this idea in mind to teach students about saving the environment an Inter House Display Board Making Competitionwas organized in Academy Academy, Dhanal Kalan. In this competition four houses were involved viz. Amul House, Atul House, Ajai House, Abhai House. Each house was to decorate their Display Boards on the given theme ‘Save Environment’.

The Criterion of the judgment was:

  • Originality / Creativity
  • Content
  • Relevance
  • Over all presentation

 

The students involved did a fantastic job. The house boards were decorated with collages, posters and inspiring quotes made by the students under the guidance of the teachers. The whole competition was organized by the Activity Incharge Ms. Shikha. The winners Atul House at first, Ajai House at second and Amul and then Abhai won appreciations and certificates of appreciations for their out of the box creations.

~ Deeksha Singh
~ New Delhi, 31st May ’14

Students of Akal Academy, Dhanal Kalan get a Free Dental Check Up at School!

Akal Academy Dhanal Kalan conducted a programme with Dental Health Officer, Kumar Dental Clinic, Jalandhar to get rid of phobia & fear among school going children about Dental Health check up & treatment. A special Dental check up chair was installed in the school premises during check up session. A personal ‘Dental Check up Card’ […]

Akal Academy Dhanal Kalan conducted a programme with Dental Health Officer, Kumar Dental Clinic, Jalandhar to get rid of phobia & fear among school going children about Dental Health check up & treatment.

A special Dental check up chair was installed in the school premises during check up session. A personal ‘Dental Check up Card’ for each and every student for routine check- up was also prepared.

The dental staff checked maximum fifty students a day to ensure each student is examined thoroughly. A sterilized pouch containing gloves & check up instruments were used for individual student.

One student from each class with the help of Class Teacher was selected for ‘Appreciation Prize’ who maintained his/her dental health properly. During this current session Dental check up will be done twice (after six months).

We are thankful to Dr. Davinder Singh Veer Ji in having permitted us to make this venture a success .The  parents too have welcomed the initiative taken by Akal Academy Dhanal Kalan to educate & motivate school children towards Dental Health Care.

~ Ramandeep Singh
~ New Delhi, 31st May ’14

Students of Akal Academy Paint the walls with Creativity Enjoy Classroom Decoration Competition

“You can’t use up creativity,
The more you use, the more you learn.”

Inspired from the quotation above, Akal Academy Dhanal Kalan recently organized a classroom decoration competition to help students unleash their creative side. It is easy to accept the idea that children who attend clean and well maintained class rooms have an easier success. Therefore on 16 April 2014 students experienced a fun activity like never before.

In this competition all the classes were divided into five categories:

Categories                                              Grades
       A       I-A        I-B      II-A         II-B
       B       III-A        III-B      IV-A         IV-B
       C        V-A          V-B       VI          VII
       D         VIII         IX         X  
       E Nursery-A Nursery-B       KG- A        KG-B

 

The criterion for the judgment was:

  • Relevance of the charts displayed to the syllabus of FA-I and FA-II of all subjects
  • Systematic arrangement of books and bags in the class.
  • Clutter free ambience.

Academies principal Ms. Harpreet Kaur and Ms. Usha Sarna judged the competition. The positions were declared category wise:

    Category          First       Second      Third
        A           II-B         II-A        I-B
         B            IV-B         IV-A        III-B
         C             VI         VII          V-B
         D           VIII          IX            X

~ Deeksha Singh
~ New Delhi, 31st May ’14

64 Students from Villages Score 10 CGPA without Costly Tuitions!

The Kalgidhar Society – Baru Sahib has developed a value-based education system combined with modern scientific English language based curriculum. The schools are set up in remote inaccessible areas, which are generally missed out by government and private education system, which find them enviable. Starting out of a small campaign, Baru Sahib today is such […]

The Kalgidhar Society – Baru Sahib has developed a value-based education system combined with modern scientific English language based curriculum. The schools are set up in remote inaccessible areas, which are generally missed out by government and private education system, which find them enviable.

Starting out of a small campaign, Baru Sahib today is such heritage of Social, National, Human, Cultural and Religious values where the childhood blooms and a youth’s mind becomes a symbolic image of talent emerging through the mirror of endless possibilities. Solidifying the relation of the service with the society, The Kalgidhar Trust, Baru Sahib is imbibing Human Values to around 5500 students in its lap and around 65,000 students studying in 129 Akal Academies across North India.

We believe that if anyone in Himachal is looking for a way to polish the personality of their children, especially girls, then there is only one choice – Akal Academy, Baru Sahib. This is because – over here neither the curriculum frustrates nor do the classrooms frighten.

Following the discipline & life values derived from Indian Societies, one of the running schools follows CBSE Hindi Curriculum whereas another is an international level school representing International Baccalaureate (IB) module. The students of the schools defy all knowledge barriers at the 40,000+ books large library at the campus. Over here the curiosity does not remain limited to curriculum; available material covers a variety of subjects & topic related to various interests of the students from around the world. The students infuse life into the campus through their interest in Games and creativity in Music and Art.

Outside the schooling division, the student community floor discovers new skies every now and then through the Eternal University. The special thing is that the girls only B.Tech, Nursing & B.Ed Campuses represent the account of their dedication. The whole atmosphere turns into such family that entire Himachal feels proud about this educational institution. This is also because of the opportunities visible after education. Hypothesis is visible through the campus. Student Community, Teachers’ Division, Administration and all the Supporters together make strength of around 7000 people; a strong feeling of fraternity & oneness prevails amongst all.

Meet the stars who have earned a big name for their families and our schools from across – Akal Academies with 10 CGPA!

Akal Academy, Baru Sahib

Akal Academy, Muktsar

Akal Academy, Reeth Kheri

Akal Academy, Dhindsa

Akal Academy, Ratia

Akal Academy, Bhadaur

Akal Academy, Kauriwara

Akal Academy, Fatehgarh Channa

Akal Academy, Bhai Desa

Akal Academy, Balbehra

Varinder Singh
Varinder Singh

Akal Academy, Jand Sahib

Anmol
Anmol

Akal Academy, Bilga

Kamalpreet Kaur
Kamalpreet Kaur

Students of Akal Academy Bhadaur participate in “Gurmat Quiz” on Birthday of Shri Guru Amardaas Ji!

Akal Academy Bhadaur organized Gurmat Quiz on the Birthday of Shri Guru Amardaas Ji from I to X class. It was held in the central corridor of block-A after a short break. The event was organized by the incharge of Atul house with great ease and comfort.

The judges gave the positions according to the student performances.

(Classes- I & II)
1st position               – Ajay House
2nd position              – Amul House
3rd position               – Atul House

Classes- III to VI
1st position               – Amul House
2nd position              – Abhai House
3rd position               – Ajay House

Classes VII to X
1st position               – Amul House
2nd position              – Abhai House
3rd position               – Ajay House

The program met with its end with prize distribution. Respected Principal Madam gave prizes to the position holders & 100% attendance of session 2013-14 and the students who got positions in this competition. It was a great moment for them while their faces cheered up while taking prizes.

~ Deeksha Singh
~ New Delhi, 28th may ’14

Calling out Registrations for Akal Gurmat International Youth Camp – 2014!

Looking as to how to make the most out of your kid’s Summer holidays? Look no further! Get your child get Sikh experience with Akal Gurmat International Youth Camp – 2014! Program and General Information DATES – 25th JULY until 17TH AUGUST 2014 At – Akal Academy, Baru Sahib, HP, India, Baru Sahib, Via Rajgarh, Teh. […]

Looking as to how to make the most out of your kid’s Summer holidays? Look no further! Get your child get Sikh experience with Akal Gurmat International Youth Camp – 2014!

Program and General Information

DATES – 25th JULY until 17TH AUGUST 2014
At – Akal Academy, Baru Sahib, HP, India, Baru Sahib, Via Rajgarh,
Teh. Pachhad, Distt. Sirmore,
Himachal Pradesh – 173101, INDIA
Tel: 1799-276031/91, 9816033303, 9816033304
Fax: 1799-276041
E-Mail: info@barusahib.org
Contact Person: Jatinder Singh
Mobile: 9816441198

Location

The camp will be held at Akal Academy, Baru Sahib, located in the lap of the majestic sylvan Himalayan Hills, ensconced in the valley surrounded by beautiful mountains from all sides, 135 km from Chandigarh, near Solan in Himachal Pradesh, India.

Education Exchange Donation (voluntary)

While you gain your education, please support Baru Sahib to sponsor an underprivileged child in exchange.
For example A donation of £315 provides a year’s student fees for one child. (the actual cost of camp is £175)Most of the young children in rural North India have to stay at home due to poverty and lack of educational opportunities around their villages. They indulge in household work or child labour. Your sponsorship could change that. Sponsor the value based education of a rural child in North India. Your sponsorship will make a difference to theirlife and the panth, enabling them to develop into a responsible, honest and hardworking citizens helping in the creation of man ideal society.

Program and Activities

You will learn Gurmukhi, NaamSimran, Nitnem, GurbaniSanthya (correct pronunciation of Gurbani), Kirtan, Gurmat, Sikh philosophy, Sikh history and practical way of Sikh living. Classes for learning musical instruments will also be provided. To sharpen the mind and body, Yoga exercises, Gatka (Sikh martial arts), Sports, hiking in the hills, picnics and many other fun activities will take place. Interested campers can also avail the opportunity for Amrit Sanchar at the camp.

Music Instrument Classes

You can choose to learn to play any of the following music instruments: Harmonium, Tabla, Sitar, Violin, Rabab, Saranda, Taus, Sarangi etc.

Camp Facilities

The camp will be housed in a new building with modern, sanitary facilities for boarding, lodging and classrooms. Students will be provided with distilled water for drinking. Separate facility will be available for parents.

  • Meals
    Delicious and highly nutritious vegetarian meals will be provided. Pizzas, veggie burgers, French fries, milk shakes and other western dishes will also be served.
  • Medical
    Baru Sahib has a fully equipped 280-bed Akal Charitable Hospital with competent medical staff of 50.
  • Communication
    Students may receive mail; phone communication may take place on the designated days; and e-mail messages may be received, which will be printed and given to the student. Authorized visits are allowed.
  • Transportation
    Air-conditioned Buses will leave AMRITSAR for Baru Sahib ON 28TH. Students will also be provided with transportation on trip to historic Gurdwaras and back to AMRITSAR. Arrangements will be made to pick up unaccompanied minors from the airport.

 

IMPORTANT DATES:

  • DEPART UK BETWEEN 25TH AND 27TH JULY 2014
  • Arrive BETWEEN AMRITSAR 26TH JULY 28TH JULY- Baru sahib sewadars will be at airport to receive all campers
  • OVERNIGHT STAY AT DARBAR SAHIB AMRITSAR (Historic Gurdwara visit and stay)
  • MID CAMP PROPOSED VISIT TO POANTA SAHIB DATES TBC
  • DEPART for camp 29th July 2014 AMRITSAR 11.00 AM AND ARRIVE BARU SAHIB 29TH JULY EVENING
  • Registration of the campers at Baru Sahib July 30th 2014
  • Inauguration of the camp July 31ST2014
  • Closing ceremony and of the camp Aug17th, 2014
  • Return flights 19thAUGUST – Baru sahib will arrange transport for all passengers back to Amritsar for flights.
  • Suggestions for Airline Travel: Try to adjust your flight to AMRITSAR to ARRIVE BETWEEN 26TH AND 28TH LATEST 2014

 

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Things to Pack

  1. Several Pagris/Patkas/Chunnis (minimum 2 each)
  2. Kurta and Pajamas/ Salwar Kameezs for day trips (minimum 2 each)
  3. A pair of pants/jeans (no shorts or crop pants) and t-shirt for the picnic.
  4. 2-3 night suits
  5. Light jacket
  6. Sneakers/ Trainers
  7. Bath /shower rubber soled shoes (flip flops)
  8. Easy to slip on and off, sturdy, comfortable day shoes / sandals.
  9. Toiletries / personal hygiene items (soap, shampoo, toothpaste etc).
  10. Insect repellent
  11. Prescribed medication , inc details of medication
  12. Labelled Laundry bag
  13. Four day supply of undergarments, socks, cloth hankies etc.
  14. 2 Bath towels and 2 hand towels
  15. 1 refillable water bottle
  16. 1 backpack with a pocket for a water bottle

 

VERY IMPORTANT-PLEASE EMAIL YOUR TRAVEL PLANS TO ENSURE WE CAN ARRANGE TRANSPORT ETC

Registration Coordinators:

USA and other countries:
Bhupinder Singh, 860-233-6458, bsingh1699@gmail.com
UK and Europe:
Sukhdev Singh Rai, 07774 160006, sukhdev@cleversocks.co.uk
R.S. Atwal, 07711382621
Canada:
Avtar Singh Gill, 604-780-7200, info@akalacademy.ca
Japan:
Sarabjit Singh, 81669412179, abnash_bhatia@yahoo.com
Mandeep Singh, 81782416344, mschadha@recosoft.com

Registration Forms may be mailed to:

USA and other countries:
192 Mohawk Drive West Hartford, CT 06117
UK and Europe:
barusahib@hotmail.co.uk
OR
Baru Sahib UK camp (SS Rai, c/o Cleversocks Ltd., 101 Charles Henry Street,
Highgate, Birmingham, B12 0SJ
Canada:
Akal Academy Surrey, #204-12639-80 ave, Surrey BC Canada, Fax: 1800-518-0740
Japan:
Osaka-Shi, Chuo-ku, 1-1-8 nonibashiTanimachi green heights 802 5400011

NOTE:

  1. All personal items and articles of clothing must be labelled with the attendee’s name using a permanent marker.
  2. Avoid bringing clothing where the colours run during washing. Laundry will be done at least twice a week.
  3. Bring clothes that are appropriate to wear at this location.
  4. Campers will be responsible for their own belongings and are discouraged from bringing jewellery etc.
  5. Campers will be provided with camp uniforms.

IB ‘In-School Workshop’ at Akal Academy, Baru Sahib!

An IB Authorized In-School workshop was held at Akal Academy, Baru Sahib early this month, where 19 newly inducted staff members participated in the two – day ‘Making PYP Happen’ workshop. Mary Vedra – Quality Education Auditor, Emirates National Schools Abu Dhabi, UAE headed the workshop.

The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP) is an educational program managed by the International Baccalaureate (IB) for students aged 3 to 12. While the program prepares students for the IB Middle Years Program, it is not a prerequisite for it. The subject areas of the PYP are language, social studies, mathematics, science and technology, arts, and personal, social and physical education. Students are required to learn a second language during the program. Assessment is carried out by teachers according to strategies provided by the IB, and with respect to guidelines to what the students should learn specified in the curriculum model.

It was the 5th IB in-School workshop at Akal Academy in the last 3 years and the 3rd Category 1 workshop!

~ Deeksha Singh
~ New Delhi, 26th May ’14

 

Report on Inter-House Sports Event

Akal Academy Bhadaur recently organized an Inter house Sports event from I to XII classes with great fun and frolic. The events were as follows:

  • Nursery to VI – Tug of War
  • VIII to XII – Volleyball Matches

The event was conducted by Amul house and sports department with great ease and comfort. They ensured about the maximum participation of the students in this competition. At least 250 students participated in it.

The judges gave them positions according to their performance.

  • 1st Position- Abhai House (Volleyball Match)
  • 2nd Position- Amul House(Volleyball Match)
  • 1st Position- Ajay House(Tug of war)
  • 2nd Position- Abhai House (Tug of War)

~ Ramandeep Singh
~ New Delhi, 23rd May ’14

Toppers of Class X from Akal Academy Gomtipul shine bright with motivated spirits for the future!

We are proud to announce the top 5 rank holders of class X students studying at Akal Academy, Gomtipul. With little dreams of a bright future ahead, these students have added on to the good name of Akal Academies and the rural transformation drive that is running across Northern India with 129 schools benefiting 60,000 […]

We are proud to announce the top 5 rank holders of class X students studying at Akal Academy, Gomtipul. With little dreams of a bright future ahead, these students have added on to the good name of Akal Academies and the rural transformation drive that is running across Northern India with 129 schools benefiting 60,000 students!

“This is a matter great pride and endeavor that these sunshines have scored great CGPA scores and have added a milestone in their lives. This is a a proud moment for the teachers, parents, Akal Academies and all the staff members. I wish all the students best in life for more competitions coming in life.” – said Mrs. Rangbeer Kaur, Principal – Akal Acadey, Gomtipul!

Hail the efforts! Be a part of this rural transformation drive running at Akal Academies here – http://barusahib.org/donate/

~ Deeksha Singh
~ New Delhi, 21st May ’14

World No Tobacco Day -2014

Responding promptly to the WHO (WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION’S) clarion call against the use of tobacco and sharing the concern of CBSE board against this menace; the AKAL ACADEMY GOMTI conducted a number of activities within as well as outside the school premises to create awareness among the students against the use of tobacco. Every possible […]

Responding promptly to the WHO (WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION’S) clarion call against the use of tobacco and sharing the concern of CBSE board against this menace; the AKAL ACADEMY GOMTI conducted a number of activities within as well as outside the school premises to create awareness among the students against the use of tobacco. Every possible effort was made to give due representation to the children of different classes in different activities such as poster- making , cartooning, essay writing, story writing and rallies  etc.

Poster- making

A sizeable number of students from class 9-10 designed posters with utmost care-clear cut warnings were given about the hazardous outcomes of tobacco –users of tobacco were tried to make aware of its disastrous results through writings, pictures, inspirations, motivation and what not. Every aspect of human life as well as environment which can be affected with the intake of tobacco products was tried to be highlighted. Children used beautiful charts, papers, colors’ and other day -to-day techniques to make the posters worth-seeing and message-carrying.

Cartooning

Students from Class 6 to 8 were assigned with the task to show The Harmful Effects Of Tobacco through cartoons who in turn made catchy and funny cartoons giving a clear cut message against tobacco – Those Who Will Not Stop From Consuming Tobacco, Death Is The Imminent End For Them.

Essay Competition

A total of 11 children from class 9, 10 participated in essay writing competition themed “harmful effects of tobacco”. All the students furnished valuable and detailed information through their essays and touched every corner effeced with use of tobacco. The best two entries were uploaded to the email id – trainings.cbse@gmail.com

Rally Against Use of Tobacco/Drugs

Keeping in view the widespread use of tobacco as well as drugs especially by the young generation of today resulting in ruining and loss of peace of many families; Akal Academy students took out a drugs awareness rally, inspiring the addicted lot to shun this path and follow de-addiction so as to become healthy and robust citizens and contribute in the progress of the country. All the students from class 8 to 12 numbering about 85 participated in the rally organized in the remote areas of Madho Tanda, Kesarpur and the adjoining areas, where the majority of the people are illiterate and the notorious drug mafia is quite active. So the children even went home to home to guide those who are deeply entrenched in this ingenious world .

The rally cast spell- bound effect and some young boys were so much inspired that they came to the rally participants and pledged never to even touch any intoxicant throughout their lives .They even threw a few packets of bidis they had in the pocket. Even a few of them who were running the business of selling the tobacco products pledged not to consume as well as sell these products. So the rally appears to bring metamorphic changes in the life of the tobacco/drugs consumers.

Results of poster making, cartooning and essay writing.

  1. Cartoons
  2. Posters
    World No Tobacco Day -2014