Practical Life Skills - 2020 Podar International School, Bengaluru ICSE organized Practical Life Skills sessions for Grade 1 to 9. This is the third year in a row that these sessions are being conducted. Children were informed in advance to bring the materials required for the specific activity wherever required. These practical sessions are aimed at making the students self-reliant for the day-to-day basic needs. Respective teachers imparted age-appropriate sessions in the classrooms, laboratories or inside the school premises. Students had hands-on experience in acquiring most of the skills. They were all excited to learn and master the new skills. Some of the activities include: making lemon juice, book/gift wrapping, changing bed linen, making a quick snack, removing stains from clothes, table etiquette, changing batteries of a clock and setting time, basic first-aid, some basic stitches, ironing clothes, changing bulb/tube light, packing suitcase, etc. The teachers conducted the session with a lot of enthusiasm and the students enjoyed each and every activity making it a very successful event. Madhuvana – Picnic for students of Grades VI to VIII - 2020 Podar International School, Bengaluru ICSE organized a picnic to ‘Madhuvana’-The village experience for the students of Grade VI to VIII .Several activities such as Tug of War, climbing tree house, lake view, completing the maze, walking on rope, kept students engaged throughout the picnic. Students also witnessed the making of pots, channapatna toys, which helped students to inculcate some values such as hard work, patience, commitment etc. among themselves.in the afternoon session students enjoyed Rain Dance with music. They played in artificial waterfalls too. At the end, the host showcased traditional dance forms of Karnataka. Delicious breakfast, lunch and snacks were served to the students. The whole trip was adventurous, enjoyable and educational. Grade VIII Field Trip to Biocentre - 2020 Podar International School Bengaluru ICSE organized a field trip to The Biocentre, Hulimavu for the students of Grade-VIII. The students were exposed to the various features of the Biocentre through a video. The session was conducted by Ms.Rukhmini.Ms.Chandrakala explained in detail about tissue culture, mushroom cultivation, green house plant propagation, bio-fertilizers, etc. Grafting was demonstrated to the students. Students could explore a wide variety of medicinal plants. The students really enjoyed the trip which was a value addition for them. Grade V to VII - Field Trip To the Museum - 2020 Students from Grade- 5,6 and 7 visited Sir M.Visweswaraiah Museum. Students experienced working of many machine models, like lever, wheel and axle engines, ball pen, zip etc.They also learnt about satellites, their weight on different planets, electric current and electric appliances. Students also enjoyed visiting the mirror maze and taking part in other science activities. The whole trip was totally educative and enjoyable for the students. Grade II to IV – Field Trip to Jawahar Bal Bhavan and Cubbon Park - 2020 A field trip to Jawahar Bal Bhavan, Cubbon Park, Bengaluru was organized for the students of Grade-2,3 and 4.The Jawahar Bal Bhaavan is situated at the entrance of a cubbon park and is a small beautiful park exclusively meant for the children. Here the students played and watched the toy train rides, dancing stage, dragon train etc. The students spent time in various physical activities and also observed the national bird, flower, tree, different types of plants, animals, flowers, insects etc. They enjoyed a wonderful nature walk. It was an enjoyable day indeed. Grade I - Field Trip to Butterfly Park - 2020 A field trip to Butterfly Park was organized for Grade-1 students on 10th February 2020. Students spotted many colorful live butterflies such as Lime Butterfly, Jailed Butterfly, Common Rose, Common Mormon, etc. Children were excited to see Giant Butterfly, caterpillar, and insect sculptures. Students felt adventurous to walk on the hanging bridge. They had a wonderful time at the park. With a lot of interest, they heard and learned about, how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly. It was a fun-filled visit. Medical Health Check Up Camp - 2020 A Medical Health Check-up Camp was organized for the students of Grades 1 to 8. A team of dedicated doctors from Fortis Hospital conducted the camp which included General Physical examination, Dental Check-up and Eye & Ear check-up. Necessary medical advice and precautionary measured were given to all the students. Republic Day Celebrations - 2020 The 71st Republic Day was celebrated in all its solemnity and grandeur at Podar International School ICSE Bengaluru -1. The students,teachers and parents saluted the National Flag and pledged themselves to upholding the honour, integrity, diversity and uniqueness of our great nation -India. Farewell - 2020 The Farewell for the classes X and II PUC was held on 25th January 2020. It was a moment of palpable excitement, elation and expectation as the remarkable journey that began 10 years ago came a full circle for many of the students. The function was inaugurated by Principal Mr.Narayana Joisa by lighting the lamp and invoking the blessing of the Almighty. This was followed by welcoming the gathering and delivering the graduation message. This message left the school graduates with many thoughts that they could ponder upon and implement in their lives. The moment of handing over the students to parents was touching. 3D Printing Showcase - 2020 “Prototyping The Future -3D Printing Showcase” was organized at Podar International School, Bengaluru ICSE.9 schools participated and put up remarkable and very innovative exhibits. 3D printing is a current age technology that helps in rapid prototyping. This technology helps students in giving shape to their imagination and innovates. 123>