EmergingAuthors 29 SPORTS AND GAMES Anika Verma 30 SIGNS 31 MY FAVOURITE WEATHER AND FES. 32 MY ARTS THAT I USED TO DO 33 MY VACATION PLACES 34 MY FAVOURITE FOOD 35 MY FAVOURITE PLACE TO VISIT 36 THE MYSTERY DEATH. 37 MY DREAM 38 THE WINNING SIMILE 39 MY COUNTRY SAVING JOURNEY 40 RUBY LIGER AND FRIENDS Annora 41 THE REAPERS Ansh Chaudhary 42 THE MAGIC MIRROR Anvi Aggarwal 43 THE DAYCARE HORROR Anya Tiwari 44 THE MYSTERY OF THE MAGIC PEN Aradhya Deoshi 45 PLACES WE CAN TRAVEL Aradhya Sharma 46 THE MAGIC NECKLACE Archisha Awasthi 47 THE ROYAL SPORTS Areeb Masood 48 JOURNEY TO THE VIRTUAL REALM Arjun Singh 49 MISTERY OF DOGS! PART-1 Arnav Dhiman 50 JOSEPH'S JOURNEY Arnav Singh 51 JACK AND THE BLUR Arnav Singh Chandel 52 AN EVENING AT PRASSANATA Arshiya Gupta 53 THE SONG OF WAR Aryan Verma 54 A VISIT TO THE UNKNOWN WORLD Ashlesha S Deora 55 OUR UNIVERSE Ashvik Sharma 56 - ZOE - Avnika 57 THE SLEEPING CURSE 58 THE EXORCISM 59 THE MAGIC ALPHABET SOUP 60 A DREADFUL DREAM 61 WHAT'S WRONG 62 THE LION AND THE FOUR COWS 63 KATE : THE SPIRIT 64 THE ENDGAME Avyaan Gupta 65 THE DREAM OF TWIRLING Ayanna Shrivastava 66 THE DEMON SCHOOL Ayush Lamba 67 MY TRIP TO THE HIMALAYAS Bhavi Kalla 68 A CRAZY DREAM Bhavya Kaushal 69 INTROVERT'S JOURNEY TO LIFE Bhavya Singh 70 THE PRISONER OF CIRCUMSTANCE Bhumi Sharma 71 THE TRANSLATOR Chirag Jha 72 THE MAGICAL DREAM Chitrangada Chuahan 73 THE LITTLE WOMAN Dalina Wallia 74 KINGDOM STORIES Deekshita Debnath 75 GIRL FROM A PARALLEL UNIVERSE Deepanshi Dhankhar 76 SUNIL AND HIS DREAM Deeptarka Deb 77 NATURE- A BEAUTIFUL PLACE Devansh Verma 78 WORLDS COLLIDE Devanshi Aggarwal 79 THE CURSED SHIP Dhipin Raina 80 THE INVISIBLE MAN VS POLICE Dhruv 81 THE ZANY TRIO ADVENTURE Dia Kumar 82 BEDTIME SHORT STORIES Divyansh Gupta 83 JAMES AND HIS FOOTBALL DREAM Divyansh Sahoo 84 SPOOKY - BED TIME STORY Drishty Bansal 85 MY MEMORABLE VACATIONS Ekansh Dargan 86 THE WICKED SOUL Garvit Sharma 87 DREAMS Gautam Ivaturi 88 WHAT AN ADVENTURE Girisha Goyal 89 NINA THE FORGETFUL PUP Gunjita Rani 90 ALL PAWS DOWN:OUR SUNSHINE Harshiya Ahlawat 91 MEENU & THE MAGICAL IDOL Inaya Ahlawat 92 THE 2039 CRICKET WORLD CUP Ishaan Aggarwal 93 ADVENTURES WITH PETS Ishita Janghu
EmergingAuthors 94 TIMMY Jahnvi Sachdev 95 THE DEFENDER OF BHARAT VOL.1 Joshua Banerjee 96 THE ACCIDENTAL WRITEUPS Jyoti Priya 97 TRIP TO A NEW PLACE Kanika Walia 98 TOGO - THE GARDENING DOG Karthikiya Sharma 99 DADU STAR Kaustubh Tyagi 100 RHEA'S JOURNEY Kavya Khanna 101 THOSE FEW MOMENTS WITH MAGIC Khushi Dhaall 102 VALUE OF TIME Khwaish 103 4 MORAL STORIES 104 THOSE DREAMY DAYS Kian Garg 105 MY ENCOUNTER WITH SNAKE Krishank Gandhi 106 A TURNING NIGHT FOR OLIVIA Kunjal Sethi 107 MELODY IN THE SEA Lakshita Arora 108 SAVE NATURE Leeshan Ravish 109 POWER OF GOOD HABITS Leevisha Soam 110 THE ENCHANTED TREE Maanvi Chhabra 111 AI AND YOU Madhav Tuli 112 THE MONEY GOES A LONG WAY Manan Dahiya 113 MY NANI HOUSE Manasvi Tikkiwal 114 ME AND MY FAMILY Manik Rana 115 FRIENDSHIP FOREVER Mansha Kansal 116 SUMITI & THE MAGIC BRACELET Manya Parashar 117 NIGHTMARE COOKIES Mauli Shree Sharma 118 MY MOON ADVENTURE Meehika Bapna 119 WONDERFUL SHORT STORIES Mishika Jain 120 BEAUTY, THE PET STORY Mitashi 121 FOOTBALL AND ME Molik Raj Yadav 122 TIYA'S SUCCESSFUL TRICKS Mouli Khandelwal 123 EVERYONE IS SPECIAL Mugdha Mishra 124 A NEW HERO IN THE CITY Naksh Dawar 125 DIVE INTO FANTASY LAND Namya Wadhwa 126 TRIP TO SRI LANKA Navya Kalra 127 QUEST OF THE 3 HEROES BOOK 1 Neerav Malik 128 FESTIVAL Nimisha Kansal 129 TRIP TO JIM CORBETT Niriksha Sharma 130 A HAUNTING SOUND Ojasvi Chauhan 131 READING A BOOK CHANGE LIFE Om Bhatt 132 THE TRAVELLER Paavani Yadav 133 THAT GIRL Paavani Yadav 134 MY FIRST VISIT TO MOON Paavni Sharma 135 THROW THE STARFISH! 136 DON'T BE SCARYED! Parimita Sahu 137 MY FAMILY'S FUN DAY 138 THE CRAZY DAY Peehu Sidana 139 THE RAINBOW STAIRCASE 140 THE HAUNTED MAZE CHASE Pihu Sahu 141 MY PERFECT VACATION Piyanshi Singh 142 MY FAMILY Pourushi Majee 143 A WISH COME TRUE Pranika Maggo 144 WHAT AN AMAZING ADVENTURE!! Pratyush Garg 145 MY STORYLAND Preyas Rai 146 FOLLOW YOUR WORLD OF DREAMS Prisha Bali 147 DREAM IT, WISH IT, DO IT Prisha Bhutani 148 JEZZELE'S ART DREAM Prisha Kaushik 149 POWER OF FRIENDSHIP Prisha Rai 150 RITIKA Pritvika Gupta 151 THE FORGOTTEN MYTH Priyal 152 A MYSTERIOUS TRIP TO LONDON Rabiya Kaushal 153 THE WARRIOR AND THE WITCH Rachit Kumar 154 CAMPING ADVENTURES Raghav Chadha 155 TIA & ADVENTUROUS DREAM Rajveer Singh Arora
EmergingAuthors 156 CELESTIAL ENCOUNTERS Rakshita Dangi 157 THE LADY TAMES A CAT Ramya Sharma 158 THE HISTORY OF AVENGERS Ranveer Anand 159 MAYRAY: A BOOK OF STORIES Ravit Yadav 160 MY SCHOOL Reyaansh Bansal 161 ADVENTURE IN THE GLITCHVERSE Rishik Garg 162 THE JOURNEYS Ritesh Kumar 163 THOUGHTS INSIDE THE GRAVE Roshni Soni 164 WORLD OF REALISATION Rudra Chauhan 165 FACTS ABOUT FOOTBALL Rudra Pratap Singh 166 CATHOST Saachi Sahu 167 MAGICAL MIND Saanvi Chopra 168 MY BUDDY - LADOO Saazveen Kaur Sahni 169 FUN DAYS WITH MY FATHER Samaira Yadav 170 GLASS OF MILK Sameepta Snehi 171 HELPING PAPA Sameera Deoshi 172 FRIGHTENING FRIENDSHIP Sana Yadav 173 SANIDHYA AND NATURE Sanidhya Kalla 174 THE UNEXPECTED TURNS OF LIFE Sanskriti Prabhu 175 RAVENWOOD HIGH- PART I Sanvi Pareek 176 THE MICE INFESTATION Sanvi Sethi 177 A BIRTHDAY PARTY Sarah 178 A DAY AT THE MUSEUM 179 THE STORY OF SMALL TALL GIRL Sarakshi Saxena 180 PETS WE CAN BUY Seerat Kaur 181 FOOTBALL Shagun Singh 182 STEADY HEARTS Shalin Garg 183 SHORT ENTERTAINING STORIES Shanaya Pareek 184 THE KINGDOM OF MAGIC Shanaya Sahoo 185 THE RICH CHARLIE Shaurya Gupta 186 SUPER CARS & ROBOT ADVENTURES Shaurya Mittal 187 SOME CARS & TRUCKS Shaurya Yadav 188 CLUE OF THIRTEENTH PENDANT Shreya 189 MY VACATIONS STILL GO ON... Shubhyank Gupta 190 THE SPECIAL REUNION Snigdha Swaroop 191 LILY'S MAGICAL QUILL Suhani Chadha 192 EVERY HUMAN ARE SUPERHEROES. Suryansh Kashyap 193 ANNA'S TRIP TO THE BEACH Swarnika Mohan 194 THE FORGOTTEN BIRTHDAY Tanvi Pandey 195 THE MAGIC BOOK 196 KEEN TO BE TEEN Tejasvi Wadhwa 197 THE CHRONICLES OF ETERNITY The Cv 198 ENCHANTMENT Tisya 199 BASIC KNOWLEDGE ABOUT DREAMS Vaibhav Khatri 200 THE FOUR FREINDS & MORE Vaishnavi Purohit 201 WHEN ARE WE Vaishnavi Tumarada 202 FIGHT IN HORSE RIDING GROUND Vanshita Arora 203 DREAM OF GENERATIONS Vedaansh Chhabra 204 TWO AMAZING STORY'S Veronica Kataria 205 THE MAGIC INSIDE ME Vihaan Arora 206 THE FINAL TITANOMACHY Vivaan Swarup 207 A HALLOWEEN NIGHT Vivansh Soni 208 LOST IN THE DREAM Yahvi Bhojpuria 209 SPACE FANTASY Yajat Berry 210 THINGS THAT ARE UNEXPLORED Yashika Pahwa 211 THE THRILLING RIDE Yashvi Upadhyay 212 HELEN BRINGS MAGIC AGAIN Zainab Khan 213 MY FUN SUMMER VACATIONS 214 LITTLE SUPER AMELIA
Shark Pitch Event A groundbreaking event, ‘Student Shark Pitch’ held at The Maurya School witnessed young and brilliant minds aiming to become the next global entrepreneurs. A one-of-a-kind platform organized by Trumping Stars Gurgaon brought together the brightest student talents under one roof to present their visionary business ideas. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Mr Navratan Agarwal, Director of Bikanervala, a wellknown name in the business world who personally handed over cash rewards to the winners. These young entrepreneurs showcased innovative business ideas that spanned across various domains, including Vermi Compost, products designed to address anxiety in both teenagers and adults, and an innovative approach to detect and address PCOS in women through Artificial Intelligence (AI). The event, one of the first of its kind in Gurugram, marked the beginning of a remarkable journey with the prime aim of creating the next generation of global entrepreneurs, thus, paving the way for the future leaders of business and innovation.
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Hues 2023 The Junior Annual Day “HUES” was celebrated in the month of February and it took us back in time to celebrate the remarkable life of Rani Laxmi Bai. Through vibrant performances and engaging storytelling, our young talents paid a heartfelt, colourful and dynamic tribute to the valiant queen of Jhansi. The event, rich in colour and energy, showcased Rani Laxmi Bai's legacy of courage and resilience. The students' performances with traditional costumes and dramatic battle re-enactments vividly brought her story to life. HUES was more than just a school event; it was a reminder of the enduring impact of remarkable women in history. It encouraged the idea that courage knows no boundaries and can inspire even the youngest among us. We applaud the students and teachers for their dedication and honour the memory of Rani Laxmi Bai, whose influence continues to resonate with the younger generation. HUES
School Time Hues 2023 – Fun Time Students spend a substantial amount of their time in the school, hence, the quotient of happiness in students plays a fundamental part in our school. The Maurya School ensures the provision of a positive and welcoming atmosphere to every child with an equal opportunity to explore their interests and passions. The engaging fun-filled extracurricular activities, conducted for our students, foster creativity along with self-esteem and most importantly a sense of purpose and selfworth.
A well-organized Day Camp offered a memorable experience to our pre-primary students. In addition to the key benefits like enhancement in social skills and emotional growth, an array of outdoor activities, games, creative play and educational activities helped stimulate cognitive development and problem-solving skills. Serving as a good teaching aid, the day camp also facilitated to introduce children to a wide range of subjects, helping to foster curiosity and a love for learning. Day Camp
The celebration of special days and occasions furnished our students a collection of beautiful memories to cherish for a lifetime. Such celebrations assist students to stay connected to our traditions and culture, build a sense of community and foster a mindset of gratitude. Celebrating Special Days
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Interaction ( New @ Maurya with Ms. Bahnupriya) The students of the Pre-Primary wing of Sanskriiti Elementary School visited The Maurya School and enjoyed a thrilling movie session in the cosy ambience of the school auditorium. Twinning Programme Students of the Government Senior Secondary School, Bajghera, Gurugram visited The Maurya School on 24th January 2023 under the Twinning Programme. The students were given a chance to experience various hands-on experiments in the Science Labs. They were also walked through other infrastructural facilities like the 3D Lab, Library and Basket Ball Court . Students enjoyed all the activities with enthusiasm. Psychometric Test We believe that all students have the potential for amazing growth and learning in an environment that supports their needs. We have introduced the Psychometric Test to assess the aptitude of the students of Grade X. This Aptitude Test is based on years of research to help students understand their calibre in various domains and effectively select a stream combined with their interests. The report of this assessment will be provided to the parents which may be used to discuss stream options for their ward in consultation with the teachers for further guidance. Shin Program In order to empower the students with logical thinking and creativity, Shin Program is introduced in the curriculum of Pre-Primary and Primary Wings. It is the most progressive holistic learning program based on various hands-on activities related to Math with Japanese style group learning methodologies. The main focus is the complete development of children by enhancing their soft skills (non-cognitive abilities) & essential skills (cognitive abilities) through the Japanese style learning program. What’s New in Maurya
Interaction ( New @ Maurya with Ms. Bahnupriya) New Subjects We are stepping into the future with immense options and possibilities. To help our students explore various options and excel in the same, we have introduced many new subjects for Class XI like - Legal Studies , Painting, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence. In addition, German language has also been introduced from Class IV onwards. Upgraded Fire System The Fire Safety System of our school has been upgraded to many folds. The number of Fire Alarms and Smoke Detectors installed in the school premises have also been increased. Recording Studio - Our in-house Recording Studio is wellfurnished with all the necessary equipment required for audio recording like Apple iMac, Audio Interface, Studio Monitors, Condenser Mic and the latest software of Apple like Logic Pro X and Final Cut Pro for Audio and Video Production. Recording and Monitoring Spaces are specially designed by an acoustician to achieve optimum acoustic properties. The studio is used to record songs, instrumental music, voice over, plays....and much more, thus, making us self-sufficient in yet another important field. New Ramp Ramps help wheelchair users to move around and enter a building comfortably. A new ramp has been constructed from the ground floor to the top floor to help differently abled children move and participate in school activities independently. What’s New in Maurya
Interaction (with Ms. Bahnupriya) Morning Sports The school has also introduced morning classes for sports enthusiasts, providing them with dedicated training sessions to enhance their skills and passion. Skating Lawn Tennis Archery Cricket Gymnastics Yoga Karate Football Shooting Table Tennis Play Area The school administration is pleased to announce the renovation of the play area, enhancing the infrastructure for our students’ recreational activities. Safety Comes First To ensure the safety of our students, padded protection has been installed on the pillars in the skating area. What’s New In Maurya
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Positive Parenting The Maurya School organized the “Orientation Day” for the parents of new students joining the Maurya family on Saturday, March 25, 2023 to familiarize them with the school culture and system. The function started with Maurya Anthem followed by Saraswati Vandana. The welcome speech was given by the Head of the school, Dr Shalini Bajaj. It was followed by the propitious Lamp Lighting Ceremony and Inaugural Dance performed by our students. The school’s achievements and the fruitful journey of the session were presented in the form of an Annual Report. Ms Bhanupriya, occupational therapist, conducted a session on child psychology supplemented with some interesting activities for the parents. The vote of thanks was given by the Pre-Primary Coordinator, Ms Purbhasha Mukherjee. Teachers’ Day The Maurya School celebrated Teachers' Day on 5th September 2023 in a special ceremony organized by the students of Class 12th. The students honoured and showed appreciation for their teachers through a memorable ceremony which comprised of cake cutting, affectionate cards, flowers, and the recitation of an original heart-felt poem. After celebrating with their teachers, the 12th grade students stepped into the shoes of teachers and conducted classes for the students of Grade 2, 3 and 4 for a day. It was an opportunity for the students to understand the hardships of their teachers and become more responsible.
Workshops for Teachers POSH Workshop CACA Workshop New Education Policy - 2020 Regular enriching sessions of interactive workshops and webinars conducted for our teachers ensure their continuous professional growth to help them learn new ways, methods, strategies, skills and tools which can be implemented to design effective and good lesson plans. SHIN PROGRAM
Editorial Dr Shalini Bajaj, Ms Nayna Tuli, Ms Namita Srivastava, Mr Hrithik Pawar and Ms Leena Malik Cover Design by : Himangi Bhalla - X E and Ashvika Gupta - I E It is with great excitement and anticipation that we unveil the latest edition of our school magazine. We have tried our best to capture the essence of our diverse and dynamic school community. Every aspect of the school beautifully paints its story on the canvas with each page unfolding the hidden talents and creativity of our students. The magazine mirrors the enriching educational journey of our students and celebrates their diverse skills. It is a testament to the richness of our school and its endeavour to heighten the multifaceted talents of our students in every possible way. - Editorial Team
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