eMAGAZINE, VOLUME - I MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

Before the summer break, the
learners of Grade XI organized the
first season of Lotus Lights
Expression series. Students from all
sections showcased their talents and
interests with flare and zeal, and
shared their experiences with their
peers. The fun-filled event was a
great success as we saw
enthusiastic response from the
learners.

Learning is more effective when it Through this journey the groups
becomes an active rather than a
passive process. successfully portrayed the different
functions of marketing in a fun and
The learners of Grade XII informative manner. The session was
Wordsworth and Marshall were enjoyed and appreciated by the viewers
called upon to produce a role-play as well as the student performers. Such
based on the functions of marketing art integrated activities greatly enhance
as learnt in business studies . classroom transaction.

Each of the 3 teams elevated their
role play act with humour as they
chose cartoon characters of their
choice to present their views. The
three teams were - Tom and Jerry ,
Oswald and Shinchan .

• LEGAL STUDIES

To build the habit of research and
better understanding, learners
presented various topics which were
covered in the class.

POLITICAL SCIENCE
The previous knowledge about the topic Indian
constitution, its formation and features was
recapitulated. Students were asked to prepare
and present PowerPoint presentations.

PSYCHOLOGY
During psychology class an interactive session
with Anand Rai, a renowned
Neuropsychologist, was organized for grade
XI Psychology learners. It was a great learning
experience for all the learners.

"Research enhances reading and referencing All of these padlets came together in one
place creating a beautiful collage of the
skills”

Keeping in mind the guidelines suggested importance of learning psychology and its
by NEP (2020), Psychology students of influence on various disciplines. Students
grade XI were provided with an learnt and appreciated the need of inter-
opportunity to research and present their disciplinary work and research.
findings creatively.
‘Padlet’ is a web app that lets users post All posts were reviewed and graded by the
teacher as well as the peers. The class
notes on a digital wall. Using this app, collaboratively worked towards sharing
students had to create their own padlets. ideas and opinions. This activity honed
The topic for the activity was
‘Relationship of psychology with various their creative skills, research skills and
disciplines’. Each student chose one critical thinking skills.

discipline for comparative research and

worked on creating their own padlet.
Students’ creativity knew no bounds and

they added variety to their padlet post by

adding videos, pictures and link for articles

pertinent to the topic.

LotusMUN ‘21- ‘Redefining the Norm’ 24th
July 2021
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic,
coupled with the prolonged lockdown, the
lifestyle which we were familiar with, has
become a distant memory. Amidst these
challenging times, Lotus Valley International
School, Gurugram, resolved to organise the
10th edition of LotusMUN: LotusMUN ‘21-
‘Redefining the Norm’ on 24th and 25th July
2021 over Zoom.

The conference brought together more than
300 delegates from 15 schools across Delhi-
NCR region, comprising of 9 Committees,
namely;
1. United Nations General Assembly

Agenda
2. United Nations Commission on the

Status of Women Agenda,
3. United Nations Security Council Agenda
4. Union of European Football Association

Agenda
5. Lok Sabha Agenda,
6. Indian War Cabinet Agenda
7. International Organisation of Securities

Commissions Agenda
8. European Commission on Ethical

Journalism and Reporting Agenda
9. International Press

The grand conference officially opened
with a heartwarming welcome address by
the Director-Principal, Ms. Anita Malhotra.
In her message, ma’am encouraged
learners to have the determination and
passion to create a global-thinking society,
and to revolutionise the world with their
bold, pragmatic and forward-looking ideas.

Our beloved and most revered school
patron, Dr. Shayama Chona, congratulated
Lotus Valley for this initiative and called
on the students to be the change makers of
tomorrow by collectively working towards
a sustainable and an equitable society. Dr.
Chona applauded the vision of our
dynamic Principal with whose guidance
the school has grown leaps and bounds
keeping the aesthetics and core values
kindled in every child who resolves to
become the torchbearer of tomorrow.

The special guest of the day, Mr. Shehzad
Poonawala, in his message inspired learners
to adopt global thinking in terms of social,
intellectual and psychological perspectives.
He urged the leaders of tomorrow to be
discerning and being mindful of the choices
they make. Every action of theirs should most
productively contribute in the progress of the
nation, and in making our country’s presence
most prominently felt on the global platform.
MUN is an interactive educational stage in
which students simulate the workings of the
many organisations, agencies and affiliated
bodies of the United Nations.

The special guest of the day, eminent MUN is certainly an exciting scholastic
lawyer, Ms. Ameeta Duggal activity that rewards every participant
acknowledged the brilliance of every with incomparable confidence and poise.
delegate. She stated that the world today is It allows the delegate to be a confident
divided, and by arguing on behalf of the debater who is affirmative yet maintains
countries that face shortage of resources the grace of a good listener. The platform
or lack cultural motivation or political permits matchless deliberations that lead
will; we are heading towards acquiring a to providing solutions to the existing
better sense of how to overcome this concerns across the globe. The covid
disparity. pandemic has led us to redefine our
Ms. Duggal wrapped up her thoughts by policies and reframe our rule books, and
quoting our school moto, Arise, awake, that marked the essence of Lotus
and stop not till the goal is reached; and MUN’21.
urged the students to don the hat of
budding leaders, and resolve to adopt a
unified approach towards making better
policies that would mould the world into a
place we would all like to live in.

The journey through LotusMUN’21-  United Nations Commission on Status of
“Redefining the Norm”, metamorphosed Women:
Best Delegate- Oman
every delegate into a promising leader, High Commendation- Canada, Russian

ready to take on the world. Delegates Federation

radiated confidence, pride, joy and a  Special Mention- Palestine, Pakistan,
Iceland
feeling of accomplishment. The event
 Verbal Mention- Somalia, South Korea,
came to an end after two days of Czech Republic

exhaustive deliberations; however, the  United Nations Security Council:
journey of learning continues…….! Best Delegate- India
High Commendation- China
Heartiest congratulations to the
WINNERS in the 2-days event:  Special Mention- United Kingdom,
Vietnam
 United Nations General Assembly:
Best Delegate- Hong Kong  Verbal Mention- Germany

 High Commendation- Iraq, Japan,
Philippines, and United Kingdoms

 Special Mention- Russian

Federation, Morocco, India and

Costa Rica

 Union of European Football  Special Mention- Emma Tucker (The
Association: Sunday Times), Pierre Louette (Le
Parisien)
High Commendation- RB Leipzig
Special Mention- Leicester City, Bayern IOSCO:
 Best Delegate- Allison Herren Lee
 Lok Sabha:
Best Delegate- Shri Amit Shah (BJP) (Acting Chair of Securities and
High Commendation- Shri P. Exchange Commission)
Chidambaram (INC), Shri K.
Chidambaram (INC), Shri Adhir Ranjan  High Commendation- Steven Maijoor
Chowdhury (INC) (Chairman of European Securities and
Markets Authority), Nikhil Rathi
 Special Mention- Shri Rajnath Singh (Chief Executive Officer of the
(BJP), Shri Mukhtar Naqvi (BJP), Financial Conduct Authority)
Shri Shashi Tharoor (INC).
 Special Mention- Juan Pablo Graf
ECEJR: (President of Comisión Nacional
 Best Delegate- Oliver Dowden CBE Bancaria y de Valores)
High Commendation- Victoria Newton
(The Sun) IWC:
 Best Delegate- Chief of Army Staff
High Commendation- Director General
Military Intelligence

 Special Mention- Chief of Air Staff,
Chief of Naval Staff

The IT Club _ Unparalleled DevOps, of
Lotus Valley International School,
Gurugram, celebrated its maiden Virtual
IT Fest, Binary Bots, on July 31, 2021.
Unparalleled DevOps Club, the idea that
was conceived and conceptualized by our
school’s two young minds, Amitesh
Anand Pandey and Freya Sidhwa under
the able guidance of the Computer
Department Head, Mr Amit Dhingra,
enlivened the tech enthusiasts to delve
deeper into the unseen perplexities of this
vivacious world.
The Fest endeavoured to explore, enliven
and ignite young minds with the mystic
world of Computer Science and
Technology at large! A bouquet of
edifying, participative and instructive
events were conceptualized by the Club,
and the event received an overwhelming
response by way of enthusiastic
participation of 400 students from
schools across Delhi-NCR.

The event opened with a heart-warming
welcome address by our Director
Principal, Ms Anita Malhotra. In her
message, Ma’am urged learners to take on
the world by being most adept in computer
technology, however, being mindful of its
application towards the betterment and
progress of the world at large.

Our most beloved School Patron, Padma
Shri and Padma Bhushan, Dr. Shayama
Chona, owing to her pressing engagements
could not be present in the event. Madam
conveyed her ardent blessings and best
wishes with a cheering and an encouraging
audio message.
In her message, Ma’am counselled
learners to never bereft themselves of
integrity and grace in the pursuit of their
goals. Dr. Chona emphasised the
importance of competitions with regard to
newer technological inventions, and
requested young leaders of tomorrow to
respect the privacy of one another as they
delve deeper into this enigmatic world of
Information Technology.

Our special guest of the opening ceremony, a The event could not have been possible
technology evangelist, Mr. Kartik Sharma, but for the indomitable love,
guided learners about the gamut of Artificial appreciation and support of our
Intelligence which is going to be deep rooted honourable Chairperson, Ms. Jaspreet
in every planning and preparedness for the Kaur and honourable Member of the
coming years. Management Committee, Ms. Sureena
Uppal.
Our special guest of the valedictory The zealous contribution by every
ceremony, the Principal of NPS International participant augmented the truest
School, Guwahati, Dr. Dheeraj Mehrotra, a essence of the event. The day was a
visionary and a library in himself when it beautiful amalgamation of informed
comes to neuro linguistics and computer learning, creativity and passion.
technology. Dr. Mehrotra stated that it is more
important to develop coding on head top than Our Heartiest Congratulations to the
coding with key pad. He emphasised to WINNERS of Binary Bots 2021!!
learners to be heedful on the preparedness for
the unknown and affirmed that intelligence is
the best currency!



For the overall development of our Learners,
Vocational Educational classes are conducted
every Friday. A wide array of 27 Clubs are
being offered to the Learners in addition to
their online classes. This is only done to
accommodate and train the Learners congruent
to their interests.

These Virtual Vocational Education sessions
began on 9th April 2021.















An audio-visual aid, School Cinema by Activities post movie-screening:
LXL ideas, comprises of formative
discussions and activities aimed at re- Grade IV: Learners attempted the
affirming life skills & values for the crossword activity where they looked for
learners. words to reaffirm positive attitude
Age-appropriate movies are shown to them towards competition.
based on a particular life skill or moral Grade V: Learners engaged in a
value. These movies are followed by JAMBOARD activity where they created
interactive worksheets and activities. Links beautiful posters on the topic- “Saving
to the movies and worksheets are uploaded the Environment”.
on the portal. Grade VI: To identify and acknowledge
The following movies were watched by the the efforts of the people who make daily
grades: life simpler, learners of Grade VI made a
Grade IV- With Or Without Medals ‘Gratitude Card’.
Grade V- Forest Guard Grade VII: Learners created a Poster on
Grade VI- Super Girl ‘generating awareness and a need of
Grade VII- Dump It Not sensitivity’ towards the various changes
Grade VIII- Check Mate that are taking place in the environment-
like Global Warming, Solid Waste
Management, Rainwater Harvesting etc.
Grade VIII: Class was divided into six
groups and each group picked up
something positive from the movie they
watched and weaved a Role Play around
it.



The following movies were Activities post movie-screening:
watched by the Grades:
Grade IV: An activity “The Interview Channel”
Grade IV- “In The Name Of The was conducted where each learners had to
Law” interview someone on the topic- The rule or law
Grade V- The Monster that he/she thinks is the most important and why.
Grade VI- My Daddy Strongest Grade V: Learners were encouraged to attempt
Grade VII-All Is Well the interactive exercises given in the School
Grade VIII- The Hi Fives Cinema book.
Grade VI: Learners were cheered to attempt
thoughtful exercises given in the School Cinema
book.
Grade VII: The learners created slogans on
how to lead a content life.
Grade VIII: Learners were encouraged to
attempt the engaging exercises given in the
School Cinema book.





An audio-visual aid, School Cinema by Activities post movie-screening:
LXL ideas, comprises of formative
discussions and activities aimed at re- Grade IV: Poster Making Activity where
affirming life skills & values to the the Learners drew/wrote a few rules that
learners. others must follow for their room and
Age-appropriate movies are shown to them pasted the same on their doors/ walls next
based on a particular life skill or moral to the entrance.
value. These movies are followed by Grade V: Poster making activity on the
interactive worksheets and activities. Links topic “The importance of maintaining
to the movies and worksheets are uploaded good hygiene” was conducted in the class
on the portal. and the learners participated
The following movies were watched by the enthusiastically.
grades: Grade VI: The learners were involved in
Grade IV- It’s Not My Fault an activity where were jotted down their
Grade V- The Autograph thoughts and listed the responsibilities
Grade VI- Mooch they would undertake for the greater good
Grade VII- Ghunghroo of the community and human-kind as
Grade VIII- Toppers responsible citizens of the world.
Grade VII: Learners were divided into
break-out rooms to prepare a script and
enact a scene showing the importance of
standing up for what is right, depicting
‘The need for equality and justice in
society’.
Grade VIII: Learners were asked to
make appreciation cards, notes, poems,
art etc for a teacher/mentor who made an
impact in their lives.



The Mentor –Mentee Monday Meet was
an endeavor to connect, converse and
continue to know each other’s well-being
during the troubles times we are living in.

These sessions were conducted to re-
connect with the learners during their
summer break and aimed at strengthening
the mentor-mentee bond. They sang,
danced, exhibited their artistic acumen,
and shared fun moments with each other.



Lotus Valley International School, Gurugram,
believes in making each occasion and each
new beginning special and memorable for its
learners.
To mark the beginning of the new session, a
special event, ‘ शुभारं भ…Tuning into 2021!’
was organised for the learners of Grades IV to
VIII. This was an event where learners and
class teachers connected virtually and spent
quality time getting to know each other. The
session set the tone for the year with
introductions, interactions and ice-breaking
activities.
Class teachers shared and reiterated some of
the important information and directives
mentioned in the Learner's Handbook, took
them through The Messenger (Newsletter),
and discussed the Assessment pattern,
Vocational Clubs, events for the year etc. The
session flagged off a meaningful start to the
new session, 2021-22.



A holistic learning program aimed at
developing creativity, reasoning and
problem solving skills, the learners of
Grade IV were introduced to the Shin
Programme.

This is designed in a manner that
leaners graduate from working with
concrete material to abstract symbols
thereby developing their mental and
cognitive abilities.





“Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can
transform the world”

Mother Teresa club aims to foster a sense
of community, belonging, respect for
differences and compassion for all.

Various activities are conducted to
inculcate strong values among our young
learners.

“We must remember that Intelligence is not enough, Intelligence plus
character…that is the goal of true education.” - Martin Luther King

Lotus Valley International School believes that the goal The session began with
of achieving universalization of education is incomplete
without experiential and integrated education. To enable an introduction to each
and empower our mentors to face any new challenges,
Counselling and Special Education Needs department case study relevant to the
conducted an interactive session with the teachers on
12th and 13th May. age group and teachers

The chief objective of the workshop was to enable and were given an
empower the mentors to face any new challenge, which
they might face when they meet learners from all walks opportunity to share
and arrays of life and how they need to help the child be
a part of the system, wherein the child doesn’t feel ways or strategies to deal
alienated or dependent, but rather, integrated,
independent and empowered. with the particular

situation through Padlet.

Case studies were

furthermore concluded

with the list of suggestive

strategies which teachers

can use in to get effective

outcomes.



“Hope is the little voice you hear whisper “May be” when it seems the

entire world is shouting “No.” ~Gyan Keshav Narendra

Keeping the current situation of pandemic in
mind, Counselling and SEN Department took
an initiative to tap on the negative emotions
being experienced by the learners of grades IV-
VIII. The sessions were conducted from 5th
May, 2021- 7th May,2021.

Learners were made aware of the Self-
Management strategies like maintaining a daily
routine, creating a gratitude journal, following
their interests, exploring and generating their
own ‘ideas’ book.

It was an insightful and proactive session
wherein learners spoke their heart out about the
concerns, anxiety and despairs they are facing.







Our school has been a part of this coveted project- IDA-
International Dimension in Schools Award by The British
Council since the last 7 years and we have been proud
winner of the ISA Award 2014-17 and
2017-20 followed by the most recent addition, the IDS
Award-2020-23 for being extensively involved in all
Global expanses and International Collaborative
Learning.

True leaders do not create followers, they create more leaders. The history of
Education is full of many such stalwarts.

Lotus Valley International School, Gurugram is
proud to be recognized as one of the Top 25
schools in the country, based on the Holistic
Development Index by the ATL-Kid-ex National
All Rounder Championship (2020-21). With the
participation of around 500 students of age-group
3-17 years, we warmly congratulate the success of
our young Merit holders in this event who not only
achieved success in 30 different activities but also
won certificates, medals, and cash prizes..



AMONG THE TOP IN KidEx NATIONAL
ALL ROUNDER CHAMPIONSHIP: Lotus
Valley International school, Gurugram, is proud
to be recognized as one of the Top schools in the
country, based on the Holistic Development
Index by the ATL-KidEx National All Rounder
Championship (20-21).

KidEX: Miheeka Bhasin of Grade XI-
Shakespeare has been declared as the National:
Overall All Rounder in the age group of 15 years
in KIDEX NATIONAL ALL ROUNDER
CHAMPIONSHIP in the Interim
Leaderboard#3. She made her mark in the event
with her impressive performance and bagged the
following positions-

Rank 1 in Cognitive Skills, National Level
Rank 1 for Language and Communication,
North Zone
Rank 2 in Creativity and Imagination, North
Zone

“We are, ourselves, creations. And we, in
turn, are meant to continue creativity by
being creative ourselves.”-
Julia B. Cameron
An initiative by learners of Grade VIII
Danube- Vivaan Banerjee, Diva Sharma
and Annanya Bajaj, The LVISG Times, is
a fortnightly magazine curated for the
learners of Grades IV-VIII.
The magazine aims to give a platform to
the learners to express and channelize
their creativity. The idea behind the
creation of this magazine is to help
learners develop their power of thinking
and strengthen their imaginative faculty,
further, providing an opportunity to the
young minds to keenly observe, think and
thereby express themselves, distinctly.
We, therefore, encourage all interested
learners to share their creations at
[email protected] .