Sagar Varta

After fruitful summer vacations, coordinators, house masters, and house parents returned to the premises. They conducted a thorough hostel inspection, ensuring readiness for the upcoming term. Their diligent efforts set the stage for a safe, secure, and successful school year ahead.

The Sagar School hosted a workshop on I-Rise, led by Mrs. Nandita Prakash. Teachers engaged actively, sharing personal and professional experiences that highlighted their self-improvement journeys. Various activities emphasized the power of self-introspection, fostering a culture of continuous growth among educators.

Mr. Rajeev Bhatt and the IRIS team conducted an impactful workshop on POCSO and POSH. The session focused on child safety rights, legal procedures, and combating sexual harassment. Teachers pledged to create a secure environment, significantly boosting their awareness and commitment to these critical issues.

On Friday, teachers undertook an examination on basic counselling, aimed at enhancing their skills in student support and guidance. The rigorous assessment tested their understanding of counselling principles, active listening, and empathy techniques. This initiative is part of the school's ongoing professional development program, ensuring teachers are well-equipped to address students' emotional and psychological needs, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment. The teachers' commitment to this training underscores their dedication to holistic education.

A CBSE workshop on 'Storytelling as a Pedagogy' was held, featuring Ms. Anu Bhatia and Ms. Anjali Jagdev. They introduced creative storytelling techniques for classroom teaching. Through activities, brainstorming, and icebreaking sessions, teachers acquired new methods to enhance their teaching practices effectively.

The Principal held a general staff meeting at Rosemary Hall to discuss the school's mission, vision, and values. He suggested ways to create a happy, yet effective school environment by being empathetic, innovative, and child-centric while striving for excellence. Emphasizing these core principles, he inspired the staff to foster a supportive and dynamic learning atmosphere, aiming to enhance both student and teacher experiences in the school community.

On Saturday, the Principal commended teachers for their exceptional efforts in the recent board exams during a meeting at Rosemary Hall. He praised their dedication and achievements, fostering a sense of unity and motivation among the staff. Extending his best wishes for the monsoon term, the Principal encouraged continued excellence and teamwork, reinforcing the collective commitment to high standards and educational success.

Renowned Cyber Security Expert Dr. Rakshit Tandon conducted an enlightening workshop on 'Cyber Security.' He addressed cyber threats and prevention strategies, emphasizing Cyber Diet, Cyber Hygiene, and Digital Quotient. The session left a lasting impression, significantly enhancing participants' cyber awareness.

Students were welcomed back to campus with open arms after their summer break. Excitement for the upcoming PT-I and monsoon term was palpable. They felt rejuvenated and settled into their hostels with a strong sense of belonging, ready to embrace the new term.

In a whole school assembly, the Principal welcomed students to the monsoon term, urging them to strive for hard work, perseverance, and dedication. Highlighting the Indian Cricket Team's recent T20 World Cup triumph, he inspired students to aim high, concluding the assembly on an uplifting and unifying note.

Students from The Sagar School participated in an online discussion hosted by Holy Trinity College, Mar del Plata, Argentina. Grades X-XII shared stress management tips like exercise, yoga, meditation, music, time management, and dancing. Ideas were exchanged in Baraza sessions, and leaders summarised key points on a common platform. The interactive session highlighted diverse strategies to de-stress from daily routines.