August 2024

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OPEN MINDS

Dear Readers,
As  August's  golden  hued  days  unfold,  our  hearts  resonate  with 
patriotism, and we pause to reect upon our sacred duties as Indians. 
Like a gentle monsoon breeze, the spirit of nationalism must permeate 
every corner of our beloved land. For it is through education that we shall 
dismantle  the  societal  ills—poverty,  inequality,  and  environmental 
degradation—that cast shadows upon our collective destiny.
Within our school's hallowed halls, we nurture young minds, sowing 
seeds of wisdom and resilience. Our students, like eager saplings, have 
diligently  prepared  for  their  Mid-Term  Examinations.  These 
assessments, akin to festive rituals, invigorate both learners and mentors. 
As  students  sharpen  their  intellects,  our  dedicated  teachers  leave  no 
query unanswered, fostering an environment of holistic learning.
On this auspicious Independence Day, our newly elected school council 
unfurls its banner of dedication. As the Head Teacher, witnessing the 
parade  lls  me  with  pride—a  beacon  illuminating  India's  promising 
future. The voices of our school ambassador, the resolute school captain, 
and their peers echo a profound truth: education is not merely personal 
growth but also a catalyst for national rejuvenation.
This  year's  Independence  Day  celebration,  inspired  by  our  Annual 
Theme—Cultivating  Communicative  Prociency—intertwined  with 
vibrant threads. Painting competitions, spirited debates, graceful solo 
dances,  and  soulful  renditions  lled  our  campus  with  the  fervour  of 
patriotism. Our young performers graced the stage like constellations, 
leaving an indelible mark. The video capturing their tireless efforts is 
now streaming on our channel, OMK CONNECTS—a colloquy  to their 
unwavering commitment.
In a delightful interlude, our little explorers from K1, K2, and Grade 1 
embarked on a voyage to Eduletics International A British School. There, 
they reveled in the cool embrace of the swimming pool during the Splash 
Pool Activity. Soon, we shall extend this aquatic joy to students from 
other grades.
Warm regards,
A. Awasthi

Principal’s Desk

A Salute to the Nation and the Spirit of Freedom

The  chests  swollen  with  unspeakable  pride,  the  air  resounding  with  the  spirit  of  valour  and 
sacrifice,  the  beloved  to  the  entire  nation  –  the  Tiranga  –  touching  the  sky,  and  every  face 
intoxicated  with  patriotic  fervour,  yes,  you  have  guessed  right.  We  are  talking  of  the  77th 
anniversary of our Motherland, India's freedom. 
A series of fantastic programmes in the campus of OMK held everyone spellbound as the students 

swept every body present here off their 
feet with power packed performances – 
whether it was their emotional appeals 
in  the  speeches,  their  musical 
incantations or their electrifying dance 
moves.  The  principal's  wise  words 
reminded  them  of  the  significance  of 
the  magnanimous  day,  and  exhorted 
them to be true to their duties towards 
nation and society. A look at the grand 
visuals of the day…

"Freedom is never dear at any price. It is the breath of life. What would a man not pay for living?"... 

“It is easy to kill individuals, but you cannot kill the ideas. Great empires crumbled, while the ideas remain.”

“Freedom is not given – it is taken.” - Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose... 

“Our freedom ghters sowed the seeds of independence; let's nurture the tree of progress.”

“Those who won our independence believed liberty to be the secret of happiness and courage to be the secret of liberty.” – Louis D. Brandeis

“Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.” – John Fitzgerald Kennedy

K1 / K2

Library

Activity

“The very existence of libraries affords the best evidence that we may yet have hope for the future of man” – T.S. Eliot

Science Lab Activity

“Science knows no country, because knowledge belongs to humanity, and is the torch which illuminates the world."

Education in the Labs

Science labs hold an irresistible attraction for students. It's because they have always been more 

interested  in  practical  than  in  the  theoretical  aspect  of  education.  In  the  labs,  the  things  are  not 

inscribed in a book, but they realize in front of the children. The physics concepts, the interesting 

formulae of chemistry, the mysteries from biology, all suddenly come alive in the form of designated 

activities under the supervision of the mentors. 

That's why when the students step into a science lab, they are their curious best. They effortlessly get 

absorbed  into  tasks  their  teachers  suggest.  It  opens  to  them  the  doors  to  an  unknown  world  of 

learning. Here the information from books turn into knowledge with the perceived experiences.

Therefore, the lab sessions organised for various grades of OMK turned into sessions of joy. Learning 

and excitement. Be a witness to it through a few visuals…

"The laboratory is the temple of the soul of the scientist." 

Assembly 

August brought a plethora of interesting topics for the assemblies. This time the senior most classes – Grades 11 
and 12 started the ball rolling. They presented on the theme of 'Innovation and Creativity' which scattered itself 
in several hues of topics. The little ones of Grade 2 and 1 Delta enlarged on 'Friendship'. Their excitement for 
theme was perceptible from their beaming faces. They showed to all how friendship towers over other forms of 
human kinship because of selflessness inherent in it.
The tiny tots of Grade 1 were all at their jolly best when they stressed upon the importance of moral values in 
their presentation. The same theme resounded in some of the Grades of 10 as Iota and Delta tried to see the 
moral values under some deeper light and came out with some interesting interpretations.
The last sessions of the presentations were dedicated to the other sections of Grade 10, like Omega, Omicron 
and  Sigma.  Their  theme  –  'The  Spirit  of  Freedom'  -  was  inspired  by  the  pious  anniversary  of  India's 
Independence. The students set the stage on fire with their enthusiasm, sincerity and energy. A few visuals…

It's Assembly Time Again

“It's easy to stand with the crowd, but it takes courage to stand alone.” – Mahatma Gandhi

Assembly 

“You are capable of amazing things.” – Unknown

Assembly 

“Success is not nal, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston S. Churchill

Assembly 

“Your time is limited, don't waste it living someone else's life.” – Steve Jobs

"Performance is not about getting your act together, but about opening up to the energy of the audience"

Leaders 

on the 

Move

Leaders 

on the 

Move

The school is active not only on the days when the 
students are present, but they are on their toes even 
when  the  learners  are  resting  their  heels  at  home 

during study leaves. Coordinators are busy musing 

the best possible moves for the students' welfare. 

Ruminations  are  on,  thoughts  are  being 
constantly  exchanged  and  measures  are  being 

considered. This is what the leaders do whether 

the lights are on or off. Let's have a glimpse of the  

pioneers of OMK...

"A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus." - Martin Luther King Jr.

Splash Pool

Saturdays become special for 
children  when  they  provide 
them opportunities to stray a 
bit  from  studies  and  have 
some fun. And there is hardly 
any fun activity bigger than 
splashing  in  pools.  This 
could  become  possible  on 
two consecutive Saturdays of 
this month when the tiny tots 
of  OMK  visited  the  fancy 
s w i m m i n g   p o o l s   o f 
'Eduletics  International          
A  British  School'.  The 
enthusiasm  was  palpable 
among them as the buses left 

the  OMK  campus  for  EBS. 
Well-cared by their teachers, 
they  reached  Eduletics  and 
the fun began. Their joy knew 
no bounds. 
In no time, they changed into 
their  swimming  costumes 
and  went  for  the  plunge.  It 
was  an  extraordinary  site. 
They  splashed  around  like 
little  mermaids.  They  were 
g i v e n   b a s i c   l e s s o n s   i n 
swimming by the concerned 
faculties. Let's have a look at 
their  glittering  faces  and 
frenzy  with  these  visuals 
given here…

“Storms don't last forever; they make way for the sun.”

“In the midst of rain, we nd our strength.”

“Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass but learning to dance in the rain.”

“Raindrops are the bravest things created by God.”

“The rain reminds us that even the sky weeps sometimes.”

“Raise your words, not your voice. It is rain that grows owers, not thunder.” — Rumi

It's  ame Time  It's  appy Time

This month brought an unexpected bonanza for 
Grade  1  students  as  they  enjoyed  a  trip  to 
Eduletics  International  A  British  School.  The 
day was fun-lled as the kids had a splash in the 
pool,  tried  their  hands  at  table  tennis,  chess, 
basket ball and carrom. Their exuberance and 
energy was palpable in their demeanor. Enjoy 
some visuals…

“Be still and listen to the story that the rain is trying to tell.”

"Taste the relish to be found in competition -- in having put forth the best within you." -- Henry Kaiser

S F Brings Laurels
Science Olympiad 
Foundation  has 
always  been  the 
favourite area for 
the  geniuses  at  OMK  to  showcase 
their  knowledge  and  hold  on  the 
subjects. Naturally, big wins pave their 
paths  with  trophies,  medals  and 
certicates. 
This  year,  apart  from  the  zone  level 
victories, our students have been capable 

of winning medals at international levels too. 

Therefore, they deserved to be felicitated in a 

big way as the big medals couldn't wait more. 

In  a  small  yet  fabulously  organized 

ceremony,  these  daredevils  of  OMK  were 

honoured  with  appreciation  and  medals 

both. It was a momentous occasion for both – 

the  performers  and  the  management.  A 

glimpse…

"Move fast. Speed is one of your main advantages over large competitors." – Sam Altman

i   om etition

ui ifying  nowledge

The best way to obtain knowledge is to ask questions and receive a suitable answer or response to it. 

Asking a question indicates you are curious enough to know the ways of the things, and if the question 

is good, the answer will appear from one of the myriad sources available around us. This perception, 

probably, brings  uizzes into existence. 

OMK,  since  its  beginning,  has  acted  like  a  cradle  to  quiz  related  activities.  The  students  are 

meticulously trained and prepared to become masters in this art. Rooted in the same tradition were the 

uiz Competitions of this very month. Students from Grades 1 to   eagerly and enthusiastically 

participated  in  the  quiz  contests  based  on  specic  themes.  In  the  nal  round  conducted  in  the 

auditorium, the winners were declared and certicates were awarded to the deserving. Have a look…

I never said it would be easy, I only said it would be worth it.” – Mae West

i   om etition

“Work while they sleep. Learn while they party. Save while they spend. Live like they dream.”

i   om etition

“If you can dream it, you can do it.“ – Walt Disney

A  ay for Plantation Enthusiasts at 

At  Open  Minds  Kankarbagh,  a  day 
becomes  special  every  year  as  it  comes 
reminding all of their duties towards their 
mother planet and its environment. Any guesses? You are right if you are 
thinking about it being the Plantation Day. This day makes us introspect 
about our roles in keeping the environment safe enough for us and for 
the generations to come. We, at OMK, consider it a pious duty to keep 
the would be citizens present at our campus aware of their 
duties towards the ora and fauna on the 
earth. 
A  small  plantation  drive  is  organised 
under the supervision of the mentors who 
not only explain to them the nitty-gritties 
of  the  issue,  but  guide  them  into  the 
process  of  planting  trees  and  its 
importance.  See  the  images  and  be 
involved with them through these visuals.

"A nation that destroys its soils destroys itself. Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people." – Franklin D. Roosevelt

“What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another.” – Chris Maser

“There is always Music amongst the trees in the Garden, but our hearts must be very quiet to hear it.” – Minnie Aumonier

“Even if something is left undone, everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn.” – Elizabeth Lawrence

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E ams on the Prowl

The school, having opened after a long summer break, was busy, at a 

frantic pace, running classes to complete the carved out portion of the 

syllabus for the mid-term. Suddenly the exams came like clouds covering 

the sky from all the corners. The solemn faces stood a testimony to the 

seriousness it had bought to them. 

Revision sessions took over the space previously occupied by normal 

classes. Students turned, overnight, into studious souls to overcome 

the challenge standing on their way. It showed a tremendous transformation on all sides. These exams 

keep reminding us 'life too is an examination at every step, and those who face it with all the strength God 

has bestowed upon them, come out with ying colours in those tests.'

“Striving for success without hard work is like trying to harvest where you haven't planted.” – David Bly

aintin   om etition

Learn the rules like a pro, so that you can break them like an artist. - Pablo Picasso

Art is magical. People draw lines of different shapes and sizes, and lo, unexpectedly, fanciful gures and 
images appear on that piece of paper. What a genius the person is who can perform such feats  It is all in 
one's mind. And such magicians are there in good number in OMK.
This  month  a  painting  competition  was  organised  among  the  kids  of  different  grades,  and  they 
answered the call in such a spirited way that the occasion wore a festive look. The students drew a new 
vivid world on canvas. Then varied hues lled those worlds with a new life. The onlookers were lled 
with wonder. The mentors looked proud and satised. The little face, busy in their happy new creation, 
beamed  with  joy  and  the  contentment  of 
creating something wonderful.

aintin   om etition

"Art is something that makes you breathe with a different kind of happiness." - Anni Albers

Appreciation to the dedicated teachers who foster 

a harmonious blend of discipline and class control, 

creating a supportive learning environment 

where students thrive

Congratulations to all our awardees  Your dedication and hard work have 

made a signicant impact on our students and school community.

SONI SINHA

SMITA BHARTI

TISHA SHREE

ATISHI BHATIA

RAKESH SINGH

AMIT PRIYADARSHI

Class Teacher

6 Zeta

Class Teacher

3 Sigma

Class Teacher

5 Delta

Class Teacher

2 Delta

Class Teacher

9 Zeta

Class Teacher

6 Omega