Gearing Up for the Teachers' Day!

As we are gearing up for the Teachers’ Day celebration, it would be great to have a post on what Teachers’ Day is all about!

In India, our forefathers had given great importance to the relationship between teachers and students. The students used to learn just by coming in contact with their teachers. 

No wonder one of the prayers before the teaching session used to be like this:

"May God protect us both, the teacher and the taught, 

May He be pleased with us,

May we acquire strength,

May our study bring us illumination,

May there be no enmity between us."

We teachers, can tell you - we have been molded by our teachers! 

The impact they created was so great! 

It is all so important because, the way we teach, the way we behave, the way we interact with the students are as important as the content we teach! 

So keeping all this in mind, let us look forward to that special day!

Why is Teachers' day celebrated?

In India, 5th September is celebrated as Teachers' day as a mark of tribute to the contributions made by teachers to the society. As you all know, September 5^th is the birthday of Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, who was the President of India. He was a staunch believer of education, a well-known diplomat, scholar, and above all a great teacher.


In 1962, when Dr. Radhakrishnan became the President of India, some of his students approached and requested him to allow them to celebrate 5th September, his "birthday". But, Dr.Radhakrishnan’s reply was, "instead of celebrating my birthday separately, it would be my proud privilege if September 5^th  is observed as Teachers' day". The request showed Dr.Radhakrishnan's love and passion for the teaching profession. From then onwards, the day has been observed as Teachers' Day in India.


Teachers’ day is now one of the occasions that is looked forward by the teachers and students alike as it is a special day when students take charge and perform regular activities that are performed by teachers. On this day, students realize what it means to be a teacher and what it means to control the future of the students in their classes.


Apart from the fun aspect of the day, it is also a day when one can look back, admire and get inspired by Dr. Radhakrishnan, a village boy, who grew up to become one of the most respected leaders of India.

Rosebuddies have decided to make it big and are getting ready for a blast on this special day!

Looking forward to that GREAT day…..

Thank You!

Rosebuddy of the Week!

Hi Rosebuddies,

I am Haritha from Class VIII.

About Me??????

What do I write about me?

Ok!

I am a fun loving girl! I make friends with everyone very easily! I love laughing and love to make others laugh!

I love to read books in my free time. I love listening to music too.

And most of all, I love sleeping!

I love sports and love to play tennis, basketball and volleyball.

I love talking, my teacher always tell me that I am very talkative!!!!!!!!

My future goal is to become a forensic expert! I would also love to see me as a sports person in future!

That's all about me!Hope you liked it buddies!

Thank You!

Elocution Contest!

The preliminary round will be conducted in the second week of September 2010. Those who are interested to participate may give their names to Roshen Raghavendran of Class IX.

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Celebration is in the Air!!!!!!

The Onapookalam made by the Rosebuddies

Onam is the festival of Kerala, the God’s Own Country. The legend of King Mahabali is the most popular and the most fascinating of all legends behind Onam. Onam celebrates the visit of King Mahabali to the state of Kerala every year. The festival is celebrated with fervour as King Mahabali is greatly respected by his subjects. King Mahabali is also popularly called Maveli and Onathappan. The festival is celebrated as a tribute to the sacrifice of King Mahabali. Every year people make elaborate preparations to welcome their King who was sent to Patala, by Vamana.

Today, at Primrose, Raja Mahabali arrived to see the rosebuddies and he was given a very warm welcome. Rosebuddies had made his favourite Floral Carpet(which is known as Onapookalam in malayam)and had arranged his favourite Chenda Melam to welcome him. He was very happy to spend some time with the enthusiastic students of Primrose. The teachers as well as the students came to see Raja Mahabali in traditional Kerala wears which made him all the more delighted!!!!!!!!!!!

The program started around 12 o’clock with the girls preparing the Onapookalam. Once it was ready, Raja Mahabali arrived with our Director Mrs.Leslie Jacobs and Principal Mrs.Jareena Begum to see the rosebuddies. He was very happy with the welcome given to him. Sandhya narrated his story to the rosebuddies. 

The highlight of the day was the tug of war! The traditional Kerala Chenda Melam also added attraction to the function!

                                                   Have a look at the Pics from the day!

The Students of Class VIII making the flowers ready for the Floral Carpet

Raja Mahabali and His Subjects ready to welcome the Special Guests of the Day

                              Leslie Ma'am and Jareena Ma'am being welcomed to the Venue

                                     The Special Guests of the Day admiring the Onapookalam

Raja Mahabali being welcomed!

Sandhya narrating the legend behind Onam

Raja Mahabali with the Special Guests

   Raja Mahabali addressing His subjects. He wished them all a very Happy and Prosperous Year ahead!

                                                                        Tug of War

The Winners

                                          Teachers in traditional Kerala Kasavu Saree

                                 Raja Mahabali was delighted to see the Onapookalam

                                                                        Class X

It was a great day for the Rosebuddies. Thanks to all those who helped us in bringing out this program. A special thanks to Chirag of Class VI, who came to visit us in the guise of Raja Mahabali.

Wishing you all a very Happy Onam!

Thank You!

Points!

Hurray! Class VI is leading with 16 points!

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Independence Day Celebration!

Rosebuddies celebrated the Independence Day with patriotic fervor and a lot of enthusiasm. The day started with the prayer by Harsh of Class VI. Our Academic Director Mrs. Leslie Jacobs presided over the function and our Principal Mrs. Jareena Begum hoisted the Indian Tricolour.

Have a look at the pics from the day!

Prayer - Harsh, Class VI

Sivsamriddhi Welcoming the Gathering!

Pledge
Swetha.G, Class II

March Past led by Nivedha Srinivasan, Class VI

Sana Banu handing over
the Indian Tricolor to Madam Leslie Jacobs

Principal Mrs.Jareena Begum hoisting the Indian Tricolor 

The Kindergartens dressed up as Indian Freedom Fighters

Tamil Skit by the girls of Class VI

Folk Dance

Skit - Sepoy Mutiny

Skit

Group Song

Prize Distribution Ceremony

The prizes for the short story writing and poetry competitions conducted last week were distributed on this special day. 

Priyanka Soni
I Prize - Short Story and Poetry Writing
Category I 

Advaita.A
II Prize - Poetry Writing
Category I

Sivsanjna Rajan
I Prize - Poetry Writing
Category II

Swathi.J
II Prize - Poetry Writing
Category II

Japna Kaur Bali
I Prize Short Story Writing
Category II

Mohammed Javeed
II Prize - Short Story Writing
Category II

              

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Short Story and Poetry Writing Contests Results!

Congratulations Winners!

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Poetry Writing Contest - 12.08.2010

The Poetry Writing Contest was conducted on Thursday, the 12th of August 2010. The theme given was " If I Could Fly!" The results will be announced soon and prizes will be distributed on Saturday, 14.08.2010.

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Short Story Writing Contest - 9.08.2010

The Short Story Writing Contest was conducted on 9.08.2010. The topic was " A Journey to an Unknown Land". The results will be announced soon, and the prizes will be distributed on the 14th August 2010. 

All the best to all the participants!

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Rosebuddy of the Week!

Hi Everyone!

My name is Japna, and I am in Class VIII. I joined Primrose last year and I am pretty much happy with my teachers and friends here. 

I am very passionate about whatever I do. I am hardworking too. I always try to put in my best efforts in whatever I do. I am an optimist and I always try to make the best out of the opportunities that come my way. 

I love to read and listen to music in my leisure.  I love my family and always work hard to make my parents happy!!!

Thank You!