Rediscovering the Magic of Reading - Garima, PYDS

Today’s session was genuinely engaging and enriching. During the English class, I observed how vividly a character can be brought to life through words, much like Gerald Durrell does in his writing. One of my favourite characters was the Rose Beetle Man, whose description left a lasting impression.

The highlight of the session, however, was the reading of the chapter Glacier Par Chadhte Chaar Ladke. This chapter felt incredibly powerful and close to my heart, as it is deeply connected to my region, surroundings, and way of life. Moreover, the approach Manisha ma’am chose to introduce the chapter was both thoughtful and beautiful, making the experience even more memorable. The story also inspired me to dream of climbing mountains in the future, awakening a sense of adventure.

Today also helped me rediscover the magic of reading. I finally understood why books matter so much to me—because they inspire me to imagine the future, reshape stories, and create new ones by drawing on the ideas I gather from everything I read.

Garima
PYDS Learning Academy

GSA Calendar February 2026

 My Good School

February 1, 2026

Book Reading- What You Are Looking For Is in the Library
Book Reading- दी व्हिसलिंग स्कूलबॉय और अन्य कहानियाँ

February 8, 2026

Book Reading- My Family and Other Animals

Book Reading- What You Are Looking For Is in the Library

February 15, 2026

Book Reading- My Family and Other Animals 
Book Reading- दी व्हिसलिंग स्कूलबॉय और अन्य कहानियाँ

February 22, 2026

The YES workshop on Communication with Kartik Bajoria. We aim to inspire young minds, helping them navigate their dreams and aspirations as they embrace their goals. 

Book Reading- What You Are Looking For Is in the Library

The Teachers Academy

Learning Forward Saturday
The Professional Learning Program (PLP) with Sandeep Dutt, ‘Wanted BackBencher LastRanker Teacher’ by Kavita Ghosh, starts on January 31, 2026, with screen sharing. Each first Saturday is for reading a chapter, which is completed by the second Saturday. Then, we discuss experiences and draft reflections, with Neelashi helping create posts for The Teachers Academy blog. By month’s end, all blogs should be published. Attendance is based on blog submissions. 11 blogs earn a Certificate of Appreciation.

Sandeep Dutt’s Masterclass 
Read And Lead at 5:30 PM: Co-hosted by Gurdeep Kaur and Sandeep Dutt, for subscribers only. We are reading The Courage To Be Happy. Sign up at sdutt.me.

GSA Meetings and Events

GSA Squad 

We review programs and plan for the coming week at 5:30 PM every Monday on Zoom - GSA Coordinators, Volunteers, and Mentors. #JoyOfGiving 

My Good School Retreat 

April 13th -17th, 2026, at Arthur Foot Academy

Find out more at www.inYouth.in

Fridays @ EBD

We meet to cherish Literature, Art and Culture #BrewingKnowledge 

Read with Neelashi Mangal 
Fridays at 5.30 PM: Book Reading with Neelashi Mangal, entry by invitation from The English Book Depot. We are currently reading: What Did You Ask At School Today: A Handbook Of Child Learning.

Neha Negi, author of When Birds Talked
5:30 PM on Zoom on February 13, 2026
Continuing with: Folklore of the Hills | Illustrated Himalayan Folk Tales of Birds & Nature | Uttarakhand Legends Filled With Myth, Magic & Transformation

Amardeep Singh Lost Heritage
5:30 PM on Zoom on February 20, 2026
‘Lost Heritage Productions’ is a Singapore-based visual media production house, led by a Singapore-based couple, Amardeep Singh and Vininder Kaur. It focuses on researching and documenting forgotten legacies. Find out more at: https://lostheritage.info/about/