ORIENTATION SESSION: New York University AdmissionsGlobal Admissions Insights from NYUInternational perspectives shaped an engaging orientation session with Mr LukeMcGrath, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions at New York University,USA. Addressing learners of Grades IX–XII, he outlined NYU’s global campuses,diverse academic schools, and key expectations of the Common Application. Aninteractive exchange followed, with questions spanning admissions criteria,scholarships, and study opportunities abroad. Mr McGrath’s candid responsesoffered clarity and reassurance, leaving the auditorium charged with curiosity,ambition, and informed enthusiasm for global higher education aspirations.
AN INSPIRING MASTERCLASS WITH PROFESSOR NICK MOTSONRethinking Ownership, Reimagining EnterpriseIdeas on enterprise and ethics converged during a masterclass led by ProfessorNick Motson, Associate Dean, MSc Programme, at City St George’s, University ofLondon. The session, titled ‘Who Should Own a Company? Exploring the Impact ofOwnership Models on Business and Society’, examined ownership structures andtheir influence on economies and communities. Drawing on academic depth andindustry experience, Professor Motson highlighted the contribution of family-runenterprises to national GDP, the trust vested in generational leadership, and thecentrality of ethics in enduring business success, offering learners meaningfuldirection for future choices.
VIKSIT BHARAT BUILDATHON SESSION13th October 2025Innovating Ideas, Building the NationInnovation took centre stage during the‘Viksit Bharat Buildathon Session’,conducted under the School InnovationMarathon 2025 by the Atal Tinkering Labon 13 October 2025. Learners fromGrades VII to X presented imaginativeprototypes aligned with the vision of adeveloped India by 2047. Themes suchas sustainable development, cleanenergy, waste management, digitaltransformation, and community welfareframed their work. The session fosteredcritical thinking, collaboration, andoriginality, reinforcing the role of younginnovators in purposeful nation-building.
Charting Futures with ClarityStrategic guidance shaped the session‘Navigating High School CareerPathways’ for Grade X learners andparents. The dialogue opened with VicePrincipal Ruchi Joshi ma’am’s addresson SQAAF, outlining CBSE’s benchmarksfor institutional and individualexcellence. Vice Principal (Senior)Monika Jasrotia ma’am then unpackedthe implications of the new two-examstructure in Grade X. Dr. SangeetaGoyal, the School Career Counsellor,offered structured insights into streamselection, psychometric interpretation,subject-wise career avenues, andqualifying examinations. Focused groupinteractions and individual counsellinglent the session depth and direction.NAVIGATING HIGH SCHOOL CAREER PATHWAYSGrade X
CAREER COUNSELLING SESSION IX-XIIDecoding Pathways to Professional SuccessStrategic career planning took focus during the Career Counselling Session forlearners of Classes IX–XII, led by Mr Abhishek Anand, Founder of Mentors Capitaland recipient of the ET Education Excellence Award 2025. Drawing on his academicjourney at SRCC and IIM Bangalore, he addressed the significance of boardperformance, post–Class XII pathways, opportunities at leading IIMs, and effectiveadmission strategies. Emphasis was placed on profile-building through competitions,research initiatives, and Olympiads. An interactive Q&A concluded the session,equipping learners and parents with clarity and confidence.
MASTERCLASS BY PROFESSOR PAUL MAULVANEYIlluminating Chemistry Through LightCuriosity met cutting-edge science during amasterclass for Grade XI (Science) learners on ‘Light,Energy, and Chemistry’. Led by Professor PaulMaulvaney, Laureate Professor, School of Chemistry,University of Melbourne, the session unfolded throughstriking demonstrations and conceptual clarity. FromNewton’s colour wheel to the principles offluorescence and the electromagnetic spectrum,learners explored how light informs chemical analysisand real-world applications. Insightful questionssparked a rich exchange, deepening scientificunderstanding and intellectual engagement.
EMPOWERING YOUNG MINDS THROUGH SEWAThe Neo Fusion Creative Foundation visit- Grades IX & XLearning Compassion Through ServicePurpose found practice during a SEWAoutreach on 27 September 2025, whenlearners from the Mother Teresa HouseSenior Skill Education Club andCommunity Service Groups (Grades IX–X) visited the Neo Fusion CreativeFoundation. Dedicated to upliftingunder-resourced children and schooldropouts, the NGO offered a powerfulcontext for experiential empathy.Learners conducted engaging teachingsessions and interactive activities,fostering joyful exchange and leadership.An inspiring interaction with Founder Dr.Anubhooti Bhatnagar deepenedunderstanding of social equity, civicresponsibility, and communityengagement, supported by theencouragement of Anita ma’am..
SMALL GROUP CAREER COUNSELLINGGrade XPersonalised Pathways to Informed ChoicesIndividual focus defined the small-group counsellingsessions conducted for Grade X learners under theaegis of ‘Vistas: the School Career Counselling andPlacement Cell’. Following psychometricassessments and parent group counselling, theschool’s Career Counsellor facilitated targetedinteractions addressing subject selection, aptitude,interests, and personality profiles. Learners wereguided towards informed academic and careerdecisions aligned with individual strengths andaspirations. These reflective engagementsencouraged purposeful exploration of diversepathways, empowering learners to approach futurechoices with clarity and confidence.
ALUMNI INTERACTION SESSION27th October 2025Where Aspirations Meet ExperienceGuided by the vision of the DirectorPrincipal, Anita ma’am, an AlumniInteraction Session held on 27 October2025 offered learners first-handinsights into the medical profession.The session featured alumni AravMathur (Government Institute ofMedical Science, Greater Noida), RyanPuri (Government Siddhartha MedicalCollege, Vijayawada), and Dhruv Kumar(Shri Jagannath Medical College, Puri),all pursuing MBBS. Sharing preparationstrategies, campus realities, and lessonsin perseverance and time management,the speakers inspired focusedaspiration. An animated Q&A reflectedthe enduring spirit of the Lotus Valleycommunity.
A Morning that Redefined Mindful LivingA landmark celebration of wellnessunfolded at Lotus Valley InternationalSchool, Gurugram with the launch of‘The Eat Well, Live Well Habit’. Theevent featured Revant Himatsingka,widely known as the Food Pharmer,whose advocacy for foodtransparency sparked reflection,alongside Pawan Agarwal, formerCEO of FSSAI and the visionarybehind the Habit Book. DirectorPrincipal Anita ma’am reaffirmed theschool’s commitment to holisticeducation. A compelling fireside chatled by student moderators, inspiringperformances, and the book unveilingunderscored a shared pledge towardsconscious, healthier living.“THE EAT WELL, LIVE WELL HABIT” Book Launch
THE EAT WELL. LIVE WELL HABIT Book Launch
INDUSTRY CONNECT PROGRAM:Mother Dairy, DelhiFrom Classroom to Cold ChainExperiential learning came aliveduring an industrial visit by GradeXII learners to Mother Dairy,Patparganj, Delhi. Students tracedthe journey of milk fromprocurement and chilling toquality testing, pasteurisation,homogenisation, and packagingthrough advanced machinery.Officials underscored the criticalrole of hygiene, quality control,and cold chain logistics inconsumer safety. The visitseamlessly connected conceptsfrom Business Studies, Economics,and Accountancy to real-worldoperations, while an interactiveQ&A sparked curiosity aboutentrepreneurship in the dairy andfood sectors.
CAREER COUNSELLING SESSION ON ‘DECODING THE EXAMS’Grades IX–XII CAREER COUNSELLING SESSION ON ‘DECODING THE EXAMS’Grades IX–XII Making Sense of the Exam LandscapeClarity replaced conjecture during the career counselling session ‘Decoding theExams’ conducted for learners of Grades IX–XII. Led by Mr Jitin Arora, the sessionunpacked key competitive examinations, including CUET, CLAT, and programmesoffered by the IIMs after Grade XII. An in-depth analysis of CUET data shed lighton emerging trends, sectional focus, and effective preparation strategies. Theinteraction equipped learners with informed perspectives, enabling confidentplanning and purposeful academic decision-making.
SESSIONS ON CREATIVE THINKING Grades V- VIIIIgniting Imagination Through Words“A room without books is like a body without a soul,” observed Marcus TulliusCicero—a sentiment brought alive on 18 November during two engaging sessionson creative thinking for learners of Grades V-VIII. Led by acclaimed author andentrepreneur Ilika Ranjan, the sessions unfolded with literary energy and insight.Director-Principal Anita ma’am welcomed the author, celebrating her creativevision. Learners explored excerpts from Secrets of Zympagua and witnessed thelaunch of Dirty Mr Orlando and the Murky Trap!. Interactive quizzes and signedbooks added delight, leaving young readers inspired and eager to exploreimaginative worlds.
YOUTH AWARENESS PROGRAMMEYoung Voices Take the Spotlight at FICCI CASCADETheme- “III Effects of Smuggling and Counterfeiting on the Country and the Role of Youth in Making India Free of Illicit Trade”Creative expression met civic awareness as learners of Lotus Valley InternationalSchool, Gurugram participated in a Youth Awareness Programme on the theme ‘IllEffects of Smuggling and Counterfeiting on the Country and the Role of Youth inMaking India Free of Illicit Trade’ at Federation House, New Delhi. Kenisha Dawar (XIIWordsworth) secured first position in Elocution, while Ouchitya Khurana andUtkarshika Rajput (XI Edison) earned first and third positions in Painting. Competingamong participants from 75 schools, the learners displayed remarkable confidence,creativity, and communicative finesse, earning recognition at FICCI CASCADE’sMASCRADE 2025.
WORKSHOP ON DEVELOPING CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS Mr. Abhishek AnandSharpening the Power of ThoughtCritical inquiry took focus during a skill-based workshop for learners of Grades IXand XI, led by Mr Abhishek Anand, alumnus of SRCC and IIM Bangalore. Designed asan activity-driven session, the workshop foregrounded the growing relevance ofhigher-order thinking in a rapidly evolving world. Learners engaged in taskscentred on logical reasoning, structured problem-solving, recognising cognitivebiases, and critical analysis of information. The interactive format encouragedindependent thought and reflective judgement, making the session both stimulatingand effective in strengthening analytical depth and decision-making competence.
TRACK & FIELD
PHYSICAL EDUCATIONOCT’ 2025Building Fitness Through Play and TraditionMorning Sports and Physical Educationsessions for learners of Grades IV–VIIIcontinued to promote holistic fitnessthrough a diverse range of disciplines,including team sports, individual games,and skill-based activities. This month’sfocus on indigenous games during morningsports introduced learners to Kho-Kho andDodgeball, blending movement withcultural learning. Alongside activeparticipation, learners explored the history,rules, and structure of these games underexpert guidance. The initiativestrengthened physical endurance,coordination, teamwork, and culturalawareness, reinforcing the value of fitnessas a multifaceted and inclusive pursuit.
REPORT OF OCTOBER 2025PHYSICAL EDUCATIONMeasuring Fitness, Encouraging GrowthA structured Fitness Assessment Programme was introduced for learners ofGrades IX–XII to promote self-awareness and goal-oriented physicaldevelopment. The assessment evaluated key components of fitness through the50-metre sprint, shuttle run, 600-metre run, push-ups, and sit-and-reach test.Together, these activities measured speed, agility, cardiovascular endurance,muscular strength, and flexibility. Designed as a diagnostic and developmentaltool, the programme encouraged learners to reflect on their physical well-being,track progress, and work steadily towards healthier, stronger lifestyles.PHYSICAL EDUCATIONOCT’ 2025
INTER-HOUSE BASKETBALL COMPETITIONInter House(IV-XII)Results of Inter-House Basketball Competition (Grades VI-VIII)Girls 1st Position- Gandhi House 2nd Position-Nehru HouseBoys 1st Position- Teresa House 2nd Position- Gandhi House
INTERSCHOOL BADMINTON TOURNAMENTS.NO. NAME GRADE/ SECTIONEVENT CATEGORIES POSITION1. ARYAN MECHU V CEDARS SINGLESDOUBLESU-11 SILVERBRONZE2. AADIT SINGH VIII RHINE DOUBLES U-13 BRONZETournament: HARYANA STATE BADMINTON TOURNAMENTVenue : MANAV RACHNA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, FARIDABADDate : 8th-10th NOVEMBER 2025
SPORTS FIESTA 2025Grades IV and VA Spirited Opening to ‘Sports Fiesta’Energy and elegance marked the inaugural ceremony of ‘Sports Fiesta’ at LotusValley International School, Gurugram. The celebration opened with a soulfulwelcome choir, followed by a striking acrobatic yoga display and an artisticskating performance that captivated the audience. Director-Principal Anitama’am administered the Oath of Sportsmanship, reinforcing values of fairnessand teamwork. Learners of Classes IV and V added vigour through spiritedraces and games, while team events such as Kho-Kho and Basketball echoedwith enthusiasm, camaraderie, and competitive zeal.!
SPORTS FIESTA 2025Grades IV and V
SPORTS FIESTA 2025Grades VI and VIIIMomentum Builds at ‘Sports Fiesta’The second day of ‘Sports Fiesta’ saw heightened energy as learners fromClasses VI to VIII displayed athletic skill and determination. High-octane trackand field events—hurdles, relay races, and 100-metre sprints—set acompetitive pace, drawing spirited participation. Team and strategy-basedgames such as Kho-Kho, Basketball, and Chess complemented the action,encouraging collaboration, tactical thinking, and fair play. The day stood out forits vibrant camaraderie, disciplined effort, and a shared celebration of sportingexcellence.
SPORTS FIESTA 2025Grades VI and VIII
HARYANA STATE & DISTRICT SPORTS CHAMPIONS: Roll Ball and SwimmingChampions in Action, Excellence on Display“It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.” Vince LombardiLotus Valley proudly celebrates the exceptional sporting achievements of its youngathletes. Anushka Choubey (Grade X, Olympus) secured a Gold Medal at theHaryana State Roll Ball Championship held in Karnal. Daksh Dhasmana (Grade IV,Mahogany) clinched a Bronze Medal in both 50m Breaststroke and 50mBackstroke at the District Swimming Championship during the Lotus AquaticMeet. Amrinder Thakran (Grade IX, Aravalis) won two Silver Medals and oneBronze Medal in 100m Butterfly, 50m Breaststroke, and 400m Individual Medley.Anahat Brar (Grade XII, Galileo) achieved two Silver Medals and one Bronze Medalin the same events and was selected for the Haryana State SwimmingChampionship.
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……TAISHA BATRAVII RAVIEVELYN ARYAIX HIMALAYASAALYA SINGLAVII RAVI
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……AAROHI KHANDELWALIX KAMETAASHVI THAKURX ALPS
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……HITI YADAVXI SHAKESPEARENEHIRA CHANANVI BRAHAMPUTRAGAURI KUMARVIII AMAZON
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……VANISHA KHIROLIAVII DAMODAR
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……ADVAY GOELIX EVEREST
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……MANSHIKA PAHWA VI GANGESKYRA CHADHAIX EVEREST
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……ADVAY GOELIX EVERESTAARNA KAPOORVI SUTLEJ
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……Yours, AlwaysUnder the shadow of the cherry blossom,my eyes in yours.A petal in your disheveled hair,and yet you look as pretty as ever.I’ve seen beautiful sights:mountains, lakes, rivers.But yours is one I’ll never tire of.Forever is considered unfathomable, and yet thats the only thing I yearn for with you.The sweltering heat, the sunflowers,my mind drifts off to when we first met.And here I stand, brushing away the petals from your hair,oblivious that this is the end.SAANVI SINGHX OLYMPUSThe August BusDroplets chase each otherdown the windowpane,turning the world beyondinto a watercolor smearThe rain makes its way to my ears,escaping their chattersoft and ataraxyI sit hollow,And adrift in the greyTAANI IX KAMETThe Day to FlyI was a raindrop in the great skyWaiting for the moment to fall and flyThe ground slid from underneath my feetI thought, maybe, the ocean and me would meetGazing down below I saw black smokeNo way to change direction, I couldn’t lookI passed through to finally seeDirt and dust within meI noticed I was going to land on a peakFelt sad but couldn’t make a peepA gust of wind blew me awayGiving my dreams another rayAt last, I saw a brookMe with it, the water tookTurned around corners and over rocksI with my friends had many fun shocksNow I could see a body of blueMy biggest dream had at last come trueMISHIKA ARORAVII CHENABPetrichorPetrichor was in the air,While the clouds were in despair.The darkness in my heart resembled the sky,As the clouds mourn and cry.For whom they cry is still unknown.That sorrowful death must hurt from skin to bone.As I lie in my bed, confined walls,The tears of clouds continue to fallO! Divine soul, I misunderstood.You tried to tell us as much as you could.The clouds cry as you reach Empyrean heaven,Tears of joy as you reach your safe haven.T’is not an occasion for the depressed.I had kept my heart dark and depressed.It was a sign while quenching Earth’s thirst.A sign through the clouds’ emotional outburst.KYRA CHADHA IX EVEREST
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……VALUE YOUR PRIVILEGESAs I sat in the comfort of a school bus heading home, I glanced out the windowand saw a sight that stayed with me. There was a shanty, and a poor family ofabout 8 to 9 people sitting huddled together. Their home was a crooked hutbuilt out of tin sheets and bare bricks. A woman was cooking for her family,while a girl about my age—wearing a faded, second-hand t-shirt—carried atoddler clinging tightly to her. She should have been going to school and living alife that every young girl deserves, but instead, she was surviving in suchdifficult conditions, without any complaints or tantrums. Even though I saw thissight for just a fleeting moment, it had a lasting impact. The slow truth dawnedon me that most of us often don’t realise how privileged we are. Despite havingall the resources required for living a comfortable, fulfilling life, we crib attimes. Little do we know that the things we believe are ‘insufficient’ for us mayhave a high value for someone else. After seeing that family survive on a bareminimum, I realised how much I have and I truly felt grateful to God for this life.Whenever you think you don’t have enough, remember those people who aresustaining themselves in such situations. Take time to reflect- become moreaware, more grateful—and never take your opportunities for granted.AASHVI THAKURX ALPSHALF IN TOMORROW, HALF IN MEMORIESThere was a time when we used to count down the days to field trips, not boardexams. A time when we spent free periods playing games, not with a pen in handjotting away. Each period would blur together in laughter and excitement,marking the end with a bell that would send the whole school into a flurry. Andnow, the tolling of the bell seems to grow fainter as we drift further away fromwhat used to be.It's that subtle change in conversation from cartoons to college, from teststhat barely leave a dent to exams that shape our future. The feeling creeps inrealization that with every step we take towards our future, we leave memories oflate-night hangouts and under-the-table pen fights behind. Its not just the yearlyschool trips or carnivals that we’ll miss- it’s the small ones; copying off homeworklast minute and searching frantically for a textbook only to end up sharing it witha friend. You catch yourself staring after a group of younger students, andremember yourself being one of them. You remember when school was justschool- not this last looming bittersweet chapter.We’re taught to look ahead, but maybe, in this in-between space, it’s alrightto look back too. To miss what once was, and to soak in every moment like it’s thelast. Because not long ago, we couldn’t wait to grow up, and now we realize howmuch we’ll miss the days when it didn’t feel like time was passing at all.PRISHA PATHANIA X OLYMPUS
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……The Silent ClockTime is passing far too quickly We are growing up so unwillinglyWhen did we become so wiseTo judge what’s right or wrong with pride so high Like wizards ruling from the sideJudging faces behind those masks Hiding emotions like the sun,Behind the clouds, on the runGuilt and anger blooms in us Like the thorns on rosesTime is skipping , far too fastI sit by the window, watching it pass Joining it piece by piece, heart by heart For it all to make sense at allThe Quiet Kind of BraveThey dance under lights I bloom in darkThey listen to noisesWhile I sit slow with my fast thoughtsI aim for skies Not to flyBut to reach something that’s mine“Kill me with happiness “-they say But I’d rather beLiving with soft memories and untold storiesThey look picture perfect on screenWhile I smile with happiness in my heart“Fake it till you make it”, they sayBut what if fakingIs not what I want it all?UnscriptedShe doesn’t need applause, her strength is the silence She echoes through stillnessDon’t let the shadows dim your light, For even in darkness, her fire is brightWrite loud, write soft, let your words bend, Twist the beginning, let the end transcend Let fiction bow down to the truth you feel For in your story, reality is more realShe dances through the rustling linesLike wind, like chimes, stirred by softer signs Each note a memory, tender and near,Of every cheer and shout once clearAlone, yes, but never quite hollow In every pause, in every space,She finds her rhythm, her own embrace PRISHA KALRA XI WINSLOW
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……MULTITASKING: THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE CHAOSHave you ever felt that your brain is browser? With dozens of different tabs opennot allowing you to be focused on one thing? One second you’re finishinghomework and the next, looking up a random question you need to know theanswer to, only to be distracted by the sudden urge to re-organise your desk? Well,you’re not alone, because it turns out it happens to almost everyone!Multitasking has become the norm these days, especially with learners and theyounger generations. This constant shift in attention isn’t just a personality quirk;it is actually an integral part of brains work. But with the current influence of socialmedia and an overdose of information, multitasking has taken a new gigantic form:one that is not exactly healthy for students (or anyone, for that matter). In fact, aresearch from Stanford University specifically states that multitasking is a myth.Yes!Our brain doesn’t perform several activities at once, instead, it quickly switchesbetween tasks, and this makes it harder to concentrate and get tasks done. Eachtime we divert our attention, whether it’s between homework or random thoughts,our brain gives us a small burst of dopamine, which is basically our brain’s ‘reward’chemical. This creates a cycle where our brain keeps hopping around, trying to findsomething different and stimulating instead of sticking with the same task.That’s why focusing on just one thing can feel boring compared to the thrill ofjumping between many different ideas. And, many people try to multitask becausethey think they are being more productive, when in reality, the opposite ishappening. Trying to multitask is proven to actually decrease efficiency. So, it isimportant to try to reach a state of focus instead. Some people are able to reach astate of strong focus (what experts call “deep work”), but for most of us, helpfulmethods like the Pomodoro Technique (which involves working for 25 minutes andthen taking a short break) can make a big difference during studying or any otheractivity.Simple tools like writing to-do lists, journaling or even a little meditation can alsohelp manage all the things going on our minds. Personally, I use scrapbooking withstickers, cut outs and cute art supplies for this, and it works wonders for me!At any moment, my brain is processing several things like what’s for lunch today,the homework our teacher gave us yesterday, or a random question like why didhumans land on the moon, before adding wheels to suitcases. Even though all thesethoughts can feel overwhelming at times, they show how much our brains aretrying to adapt in this new, busy and fast-paced world. The goal isn’t to close everymental tab, just to know when to pause a few, and when to keep the rest open.So, let’s let go of the pressure to multitask at all times – and let’s allow ourselves tofocus on one thing at a time, give it our full focus and then move on to the nextthing. Yes, as learners, we do have miles to go before we sleep - as Robert Frostsaid, but let’s take one step at a time and do it well. GAURI KUMARVIII AMAZON
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……\"Law and order exist for the purpose of establishing justice, and when theyfail in this purpose, they become the dangerously structured dams thatblock the flow of social progress.“— Martin Luther King Jr.Law and order are the key ingredients of a civil society. They need to be perfectlysynchronised with other elements of governance and social harmony. It isimperative to ensure that our pursuit of justice does not undermine thedemocratic institutions of our country.In a country where bureaucrats are frequently victims of political abuse of power,how do we, as citizens, trust the government? Recent cases in Odisha andHimachal Pradesh exemplify the normalisation of violence and crime in politics—and in our society as a whole.In a country where policemen resort to extrajudicial killings because our legalsystem has failed to provide proper redress to its citizens, how can the commonman trust the very courts and administration meant to serve him?In a country where federal institutions are employed to intimidate theopposition, where political leaders abandon ideological integrity for power, andwhere data is suppressed before elections—how can the masses place their trustin the representatives they elect? ARJUN AWASTHIXI SHAKESPEAREसम्राट की पुकारमशवार्ी सा प्रिाप िारा, धैर्यर् ाँिलवार बने,हफर क्र्ों आर् मससक र ा ै, शावक-सा लािार खडे?क ाँगए वेधियरक्षक, रािकृ ष्ण अविार क ाँ?र्ो र्ीवन को दान हदर्ा था, उनकी पावन धार क ाँ?िीख र ी ैथकी ुई सी, र्ीवन की र् वेदना,क िी — \"आ र्ा, लौट भी आ!\" पर र्ागेन िेिना।अिंधकार िेंडूब िुका ै, िानव का सिंसार र् ाँ,आओ मिलकर रिेंनए ि, उज्ज्वल इमि ास र् ाँ।न दीप र्लेअब के वल थोडा, ज्वाला बन प्रकाश ो,क्रािंमि–ज्र्ोमि की लपट उठेर्ब, र अन्र्ार् का नाश ो।सिंघषों िेंर्ीना उत्ति, कार्रिा सेिर र्ाना,बमलदान की ज्वाला से ी, अिरत्व का फल पाना।रि–रि का र किरा बोले, िाँको र्ीवन दान मिला,आर् न ीिंिो कल मिलेगा, सत्र् को सम्िान मिला।गगन गूँर्े, धरिी बोले, नभ िेंज्वाला छा र्ाए,र्र् ह न्द की गूँर् उठेर्ब, भारि िािा िुस्काए।र्र् ह न्द!भारि िािा की र्र्!SAMRAAT SHARMA VII RAVI
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……The Abandoned Bowling AlleyEvie and her best friend, Sarah, had to go to a mall for a birthday. When theyreached the given destination, there was nothing but a junkyard. They lookedaround a bit but could not see the bowling alley where the birthday was supposedto be. As a last resort they decided to go in a building in the middle of thejunkyard.The building looked like it had not been used for a long time as there werecobwebs on the entrances, dust on the windows, the lights were not lit and theinfrastructure looked fragile. Both of them stepped inside and found an old styledmall with old brand shops and ancient posters. This mall looked like it had notbeen used since the 1950s.Sarah was scared but thought maybe this mall had an old bowling alley that wasstill in use. They went further into the mall and found the map of the mall next tothe escalators. There was an arena named bowling alley next to the kids play areaon the top floor so Evie decided to check it out. They were a bit terrified as the oldmall looked creepy and they had a feeling that somebody was following them.Despite this, Sarah wanted to check it out in the hope that they will find theirfriends. They decided to climb the escalator, but as soon as they stepped on thefirst stair, it started moving. A chill went down their spine as what had happenedwas not understandable. Still, they went up to the top floor and entered thebowling alley.The bowling alley was covered in dirt and dust. As the door opened, a big, brownspider jumped on to Evie’s face and she screamed, leading her voice to echoaround the room. They waved a cobweb out of their way and entered. Inside,tables were overturned and chairs were pushed back. On some tables there wereplates covered with mold and remains of food. It looked like people had escapedfrom this arena in a hurry, abandoning their food and belongings. No traces of thecause that led the people so many years ago to abandon this bowling alley couldbe seen.Suddenly, they heard a loud bang from behind them, as if someone had hit a drumreally hard. Both Sarah and Evie looked around to see that a big shoe rack hadfallen in front of the door closing it and blocking the entrance. They were terrifiedand tried to move the shoe rack but it wouldn’t budge. It was like the shoe rackwas a boulder as big as an elephant. Seeing no way out of the bowling arena, theydecided to roam around and look for other exits. They moved towards thebowling lanes and scoring displays. A --window was visible and they decided toput their effort in a try to open it, but the window was jammed like it had notbeen used in decades.MISHIKA ARORAVII CHENABTo be continued……
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……The Abandoned Bowling AlleyThis was a bit suspicious as hand marks on the window handle and foot marks onthe floor were clearly visible and still wet, meaning that these marks wereabsolutely more recent than the rest of the building. The marks were most probablyfrom that very day because if they had been any older the water would haveevaporated. Evie was terrified as she thought that if the marks were wet then theperson who they belonged to could still be there giving more certainty to her feelingof being followed by someone.All of a sudden, Evie heard a scream from behind her and turned around to seeSarah, completely mortified, looking towards her shoulder. When Evie looked atSarah’s shoulder, she saw a shriveled hand but with a tight grip. She was too scaredto speak and didn’t dare scream incase whoever the hand belonged to intended tohurt Sarah. She was trying to calm her mind down and form a plan as Sarah lookedtoo scared to think. Then the hand let go of Sarah’s shoulder and pushed herforward. Before their minds could start working again, the window opened andanother hand mark appeared on the window handle. Footprints appeared on theground as if someone was walking but no one was visible. The footprints nearedthem and they moved back in fear. Unexpectedly, words appeared on the groundbeside them:Go AwayThen, an ear piercing screeching came from behind them. They slowly went in thedirection of the sound and saw the shoe rack being moved from in front of the door.As soon as the shoe rack was moved, the door swung open and Evie and Sarah ranout and down the escalators. Even though the escalators were moving, they did noteven have a second of time and ran down them too and as they reached the bottom,the door of the mall flew open. They swung out through the door and out into thejunkyard. Both of them rushed into their car and drove away on full speed.They drove through deserted streets and busy city roads, not even stopping oncebefore reaching their neighborhood. Only after reaching the threshold of theirhouse, did they take a deep breath. Sarah was sure that she wouldn’t be able to sleepthat night. They decided to make a pact never to go within a hundred meters of thatjunkyard, ever, again.MISHIKA ARORAVII CHENAB
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……A HIDDEN EVIDENCE Avery was brilliant and street-smart. She went to Blue Horns School and was oneof those invisible students who could disappear into the background withoutanyone noticing. The only thing that set her apart was her uncanny ability to solvesmall puzzles and cases before the police could.She had a fascination with criminal investigations and loved listening to podcastsabout cold cases that had gone unsolved for years.At the moment, Avery was gathering information about a mysterious case fromthirteen years ago — seven girls had gone missing from seven different states,and not one of them had ever been found.She sat in a small, cozy café near her school, one of her favorite places. She alwaystook the booth at the back by the window, surrounded by her notes and files. Asshe reviewed the details of the case, a woman suddenly slid into the seat acrossfrom her.Startled, Avery looked up. The lady seemed to be about twenty-five years old,with a sharp jawline and hazel-brown eyes that sparkled with curiosity.“Would you help me solve a cold case?” the woman asked out of nowhere.“Specifically the one you’re working on right now.”Avery froze, staring at her in disbelief. “How do you even know about that? Is thissome kind of joke?”The woman smiled faintly and slid a business card across the table. It read:Agent Lacy Locke — Federal Bureau of Investigation, Cold Case Division.Avery blinked. This was real.“I’ve been watching your progress for a few months,” Agent Locke said calmly.“I’ve seen how you collect clues, how you connect things others miss. You’vesolved local mysteries that even trained officers couldn’t crack. You come herealmost every day, take this same booth, and work through cases methodically. Ineed your help.”Avery hesitated, her mind racing. Then she said, “I’ll help — but only if you giveme access to the transcripts, witness statements, and all the data you have. I can’tfind the truth without the full picture.”Locke nodded. “That’s exactly what I wanted to hear. But one rule — this staysbetween us. No one else can know, and we handle all evidence carefully, withgloves.”“Of course,” Avery said, leaning forward. “Now, can we get started? I’ve got aboutfour hours before I have to be home for dinner.”MIHIRA DASVIII MISSISSIPPITo be continued……
YOUNG MINDS AT WORK ……A HIDDEN EVIDENCE The two dove into the files. Avery’s sharp eyes scanned the transcripts,underlining details, circling inconsistencies. Agent Locke watched quietly,impressed by how Avery caught lies buried between lines of grief.After hours of reading and comparing notes, Avery noticed something odd — astrange similarity in how all seven mothers behaved during questioning. Theirstories had small, identical gaps, as if rehearsed.“You saw it too?” Locke asked when Avery pointed it out. “I missed thatcompletely.”By the time Avery realized it was late, she had to rush home. The two exchangedgoodbyes, and Avery walked back, her mind spinning. She couldn’t believe shewas helping a real FBI agent — maybe one day she could be just like her.That night, while reviewing the files again, something clicked. A pattern. Themissing girls had all attended similar charity events organized by the same nonprofit foundation a month before their disappearances.Avery’s pulse quickened. She wrote everything down in her case file, connectingnames, dates, and motives. The next day, she returned to the café, file in hand,ready to meet Agent Locke.But before she could sit down, Locke appeared and quickly guided her outside.“We can’t talk here,” she said firmly. “The café might be compromised.”In the safety of Locke’s car, Avery explained her findings — the pattern, thefoundation, the link between the families. Locke’s expression shifted fromdisbelief to admiration.“You did it,” she said quietly. “You found what every investigator missed forthirteen years.”Avery felt her chest swell with pride. “So… what happens now?”Locke smiled. “Now we reopen the case officially. And I’ll be recommending thatyou assist us — maybe even as a junior consultant. The Bureau could usesomeone like you.”For the first time, Avery realized her hobby — the thing that made her invisible —had finally made her seen. She wasn’t just solving puzzles anymore; she wassolving lives.FEW DAYS LATER….Avery got a phone call from Agent Lacey saying that she could officially be thejunior consultant for the cold cases divisions working directly under Agent Laceyand solve another kidnapping case that had just taken place a day ago.MIHIRA DASVIII MISSISSIPPI
Mail box
TOKEN OF APPRECIATION BY ANJALI BABBARDear Ma'am,Greetings of the day!I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt appreciation for the remarkable efforts of the following teachers – Ms. Tanya Koak, Ms. Madhavi Sharma II, Ms. Tripti Awasthi, and Mr. Sarthak Mudgal.These teachers have consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication and professionalism in their approach to teaching. They not only ensure that the school portals are updated regularly and accurately but also make great efforts to keep parents informed in a timely and detailed manner. Their teaching methods are engaging, effective, and truly enhance the learning experience for the students.Moreover, their supportive, kind, and loving nature creates a positive and encouraging classroom environment where every child feels valued and motivated to perform their best. Their commitment to students’ growth and well-being is truly commendable.I sincerely thank the school for having such devoted educators as part of its faculty. Their efforts reflect the school’s commitment to excellence and holistic development.Warm regards,Anjani BabbarParent of Dhruv BabbarGrade 7, Mahanadi
TOKEN OF APPRECIATIONParent of Seerat ChadhaDear Respected Teachers,I would like to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude for your remarkable efforts, dedication, and hard work in making our Annual Day celebration a grand success.The exceptional performances, seamless coordination, and the overall perfection of the event truly reflected your commitment, creativity, and tireless preparation. Every detail — from rehearsals to final execution — showcased your passion and perseverance in bringing out the best in our students.Your constant guidance, patience, and motivation played a vital role in building the confidence and talent of the children. The event was not only entertaining but also inspiring, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.Thank you once again for your unwavering support, late hours, and selfless effort. The success of the Annual Day is a true testament to your dedication and teamwork.With sincere appreciation and respect,Warm regards,Mitasha Sharma(Seerat Chadha’s mother)FS-2 Lilies“A big thank you to our amazing teachers Charu Ma’am and Nidhi ma’am and other training staff for guiding and preparing our little stars so well! The Annual Day performances by our 4-year-olds were outstanding—your hard work and dedication made it all possible. It was such a proud moment to see our kids so confident on the stage. Thank you once againParent of Reyaansh GoelFS-2 Irises“It was indeed a wonderful performance by the learners, and months of hardwork and efforts really paid off. The live screening was really good, all of the members at home could easily watch the spectacular show.Thank you so much for working so hard on our children!”Parent of Ivyaan BudhirajaFS-2 IrisesHello mam,As varenya's parents we wanted to take this opportunity to thank you as well as congratulate you from the bottom of our hearts for organizing such a magnificent annual day event. Everything was meticulously done from props to lighting to the skit and storytelling. All the children of FS2 did incredible job. The dances and dialogues were very well rehearsed and we are sure it must have taken lots of patience and practice sessions from your end. Lastly, we felt immensely proud to see our daughter perform so confidently on the stage. Even our extended family members watched the program on youtube and everyone was gasping at the amount of confidence varenya showed. Thank you for giving this opportunity to let her shine. It wouldn't have been possible without your encouraging words and consistent support.Regards,Nishant Verma – Parent’s of Varenya SahayFS-2 Tulips
TOKEN OF APPRECIATIONI want to extend my sincere thanks to the entire Lotus Valley team for the amazing efforts put into the Annual Day preparations. My son enjoyed the practice sessions so much that even after the event, it was tough to stop him from rehearsing!I especially want to appreciate Neha Ma’am and Ankita Ma’am. I still have the Day 1 video where Viaan had just memorized his dialogues, and now, after a month of practice, he is full of confidence and passion. It even made us wonder if we, as parents are giving him enough exposure to dramatics—the school helped us discover this beautiful new side of him.What I love most is that this journey hasn’t just been about learning; it has been fun while learning. He enjoyed every single practice session and did everything with so much enthusiasm.A big heartfelt thank you to Neha Ma’am, Ankita Ma’am, and the entire Lotus Valley team for such a wonderful experience.Divya Sachdev - Parent of Viaan KapilaFS-2 TulipsDear Teacher,Thank you for the wonderful Annual Day event. The performances were excellent, and we truly appreciate the hard work put in by all the teachers and students. It was a delightful experience.Parent of Poorvith Singh UdawatFS-2 IrisesThank you so much Nupur Mam and Gunjan ma’am for giving Nivika the opportunity to perform on stage today. It was a proud moment for us, and we truly appreciate the effort, guidance, and love you have put in preparing the children.Regards,Nivika’s motherFS-2 GladioliDear Harpreet Mam, Anushka Mam and School Management,We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for organizing an exceptional Annual Day program. The event was beautifully planned and executed with great care. Watching the children perform with confidence and joy was truly heartwarming.Thank you for your constant dedication, motivation, and the love you shower on our kids. We are grateful to be part of such a nurturing and inspiring school environment.Once again, special thanks to Harpreet Mam for your unwavering support and commitment towards kids.... Looking forward to have more opportunities and platforms for Shravya where she can explore herself and shine.Regards,Shravya's ParentsFather- Vinay KumarMother- Shilpa RaniFS2 Carnations
TOKEN OF APPRECIATIONThank you maam for putting up this beautiful presentation!I am beyond words! It was a visual treat literally! Never knew these kids were so talented, and confident. Your hardwork, consistency, patience, love and care for kids was so evident while every child was performing. You boosted them and gave them sooo much confidence through the year, that by the end, they could put up a show like this! the way they all performed, sang dance and managed the stage was unbelievable!I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving this opportunity to Reyaan.Honestly, i had no idea that he was capable of such a big role in annual function.I was almost in tears to see my little boy, performing soooo well in front of an auditorium full of dignitaries parents and his friends.Reyaan’s ParentsFather- Abhishek GoyalMother- Urvashi ModiFS2 CarnationsParents of Taksh NagpalDear Ma’am,We wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for the incredible effort you put into preparing the children — especially Taksh — for the annual presentation. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire event, and it was so clear how much thought, care, and hard work you poured into every moment of it.The scriptwriting for the whole function, which you handled almost entirely on your own, was truly exceptional. The flow, the creativity, and the way you ensured every child had their special moment on stage really stood out. It was heart-warming to see how confidently and happily the kids performed — a reflection of your dedication and patience.We truly appreciate the guidance you have given Taksh till date, and we look forward to your continued support and guidance for him in the future as well.Thank you for guiding the children with so much love and commitment. It means a lot to us as parents.Wishing you the very best of health and happiness always.Warm regards,Charu & SumitThankyou so much to dear Harpreet ma’am, Anushka ma’am, Neha ma’am, Nidhi ma’am, Nishat ma’am for your hard work and guidance. That was really a proud moment for us to witness such an amazing performance by children. We really appreciate the effort and dedication of all the teachers fir guiding them. We are really grateful to all teachers for giving so much love and affection to children that really help them to learn things with great enthusiasm. Warm regardsEshanya’s ParentsFather- Kedia Shraban KumarMother-Rashika KediaFS2 Carnations
TOKEN OF APPRECIATIONRespected Principal Ma'am, Greetings! I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation for the wonderful Annual Day celebration organized by the school. I especially wish to acknowledge the efforts of Puneeta Ma’am and Ashima Ma’am my daughter Shreyanvi Bhasin’s class teachers . The children performed exceptionally well and displayed remarkable confidence on stage. It was heartening to see how well-prepared, disciplined, and enthusiastic they were throughout the program. The dedication, patience, and hard work of the teachers were clearly reflected in the performances. Such experiences truly help in building confidence, teamwork, and overall personality development in students. Thank you for fostering such a nurturing and encouraging environment in the school. My heartfelt appreciation to Puneeta, Ashima and Sapna Ma’am for their commendable efforts under your guidance Ma'am and we as parents look forward for more such delightful experiences in the future, where our child will bloom into a confident individual.Warm regards,Prachi & Shray BhasinParents of Shreyanvi Bhasin(FS 3 Primroses)Respected Principal Ma’am,I hope you are doing well. I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation for the beautifully organised Annual Function of FS-3 learners. Watching the children perform with such confidence and joy was truly touching. The performances, especially by the little ones from FS-3 Daisies reflected the immense care and dedication of the teachers and staff. I would also like to make a special mention of Saanvi’s class teachers, Ms. Shivali Mahajan and Ms. Pooja Malhotra, who took such thoughtful care of her while Saanvi was recovering from an elbow fracture. Their kindness, patience, and constant support meant a great deal to us as parents and helped Saanvi participate with confidence. Thank you for nurturing such a warm, supportive, and encouraging environment for the children. Warm regards,Madhur Diwan Parent of Saanvi (FS-3 Daisies)Respected Principal Ma’am,I hope you are well. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the school for the wonderful annual event themed Wishes, Wings, and Wisdom. The Disney concept was beautifully executed, and it was a delight to see the children perform with such confidence and enthusiasm. I would especially like to thank my son’s class teachers, Archana Singh ma’am and Richa Chaudhary ma’am, for their constant encouragement and dedication. I truly appreciate the effort and patience it takes to bring out the best in children. Their guidance was clearly reflected in my son’s performance in Beauty and the Beast. Such events play an important role in personality building, helping children develop confidence, creativity, and teamwork in a joyful way. Thank You (FS 3 Hibiscus)
TOKEN OF APPRECIATIONHi Teachers,I would like to extend my sincere appreciation and gratitude to all of you for your fantasticefforts and dedication in making our Annual Show such a grand success.The creativity, discipline, teamwork, and enthusiasm displayed by both teachers and studentswere truly commendable. Behind every confident performance and every smiling face on stagewas your hard work, patience, and commitment. The show was not only entertaining but also awonderful reflection of the values and talents you nurture every day.Thank you for going above and beyond your regular responsibilities and for inspiring ourstudents to shine. Your efforts have been deeply appreciated by us.RegardsAnita(FS 3 Daisies)(Saira Rao)Respected Madam,We would like to express our sincere gratitude to you, the school leadership team and all the teachers for organizing such a wonderful annual function for the class FS3. The event was beautifully planned and thoroughly enjoyed by both children and parents. We were mesmerized by the meaningful storytelling in Disney style, Wishes, Wings & Wisdom. Thank you for your leadership in making the event a great success. We would also like to thank the class teachers of FS3 Daisies, Shivali Madam & Pooja Madam for giving our child, Arjun, the opportunity to perform as Aladdin. The meticulous training, guidance, and dedicated practice sessions truly reflected in the confident and delightful performance, making the skit a great success. We were personally congratulated by many Parents about our child's performance and that in turn goes to show the hard work that has gone in. Their dedication and affection to our ward gives us confidence that our child's all round development is in the right hands. Thank you & all the staff once again for your continuous mentorship, encouragement, and commitment to nurturing the children’s talent. We look forward to many more memorable experiences and seeing Lotus Valley raise the bar as always. Warm regards,Shobha Bakshi, Harsh Sharma Parents of Arjun Sharma (FS3 Daisies)Dear Anita Ma’am,I wanted to congratulate you and the entire team for the lovely Walt Disney themed assembly. It was such a joy to watch the children perform with so much confidence, creativity, and happiness. The way the students portrayed the Disney characters and messages was truly heartwarming. It was clear how much effort the teachers and children had put in, and it made the assembly both meaningful and enjoyable for everyone. A special mention to the class teachers of FS 3 - Daisies, Shivali and Pooja Ma’am for all their efforts and patience. Thank you for creating opportunities where students can learn, express themselves, and simply have fun.Best regards,Smriti SinghParent of Shaurya Pratap SinghFS 3 - Daisies.