My Good School, Sunday the 22nd June 2025

Sunday school session focused on reading, reflection, and discussion of "The Door-to-Door Bookstore" by Carsten Henn and Is Your Child To Face The World? by Dr Anupam Sibal (Hindi edition)

Key Takeaways

• Emphasized importance of reading, listening, and reflection for personal growth and learning
• Discussed themes of perseverance and not giving up in the face of challenges
• Explored how reading and listening complement each other to improve communication skills
• Encouraged participants to write reflections and engage actively in discussions

Book Discussion: "The Door-to-Door Bookstore"

• Continued reading Chapter 4, focusing on Carl's evolving relationship with Schascha
• Explored themes of sadness, intuition, and the power of human connection
• Discussed Carl's changing perspective on Schascha, from avoidance to missing her company
• Analyzed the character of "the reader" and his hesitation to share his writing despite its quality

Importance of Reading and Listening

Manisha Presented slides on benefits of reading and listening:

• Enhances language skills, vocabulary, and grammar
• Improves overall literacy and comprehension
• Introduces new concepts and enhances critical thinking
• Complements each other for better communication

Reflection on "Never Give Up" Story

• Shared inspiring stories of medical breakthroughs and patient resilience:
  • Stephen Hawking's life with ALS
  • Lorenzo Odone's parents' fight against ALD
  • Jodi Miller's hemispherectomy for Rasmussen's encephalitis
• Emphasized the importance of perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges

Participant Engagement

• Encouraged participants to unmute and share thoughts
• Discussed the importance of expressing emotions and not hiding feelings
• Addressed concerns about shyness and difficulties in self-expression

Next Steps

• Participants to write and submit reflections on the session
• Encouraged various formats for reflections: writing, drawing, voice notes, or videos
• Next week's session to continue book reading and feature a guest from "Right Side Story"
• Participants to come prepared for more interactive discussions and reflections

Beyond Ordinary: The Century School’s Chronicle of Inner Light

Each person is born with special qualities that make them different from others. The foremost step to discovering one’s uniqueness is self-awareness. One has to observe what they enjoy doing the most—whether it’s a talent, a skill, or a hobby. Feedback also plays a crucial role in discovering one’s uniqueness.

Sometimes, this journey becomes difficult due to fear, lack of awareness, or parental pressure. It may be the fear of judgment or the feeling of not being “good enough.”

In the journey of discovering your uniqueness, don’t forget—never compare yourself with anyone. Be honest, curious, and confident. The real talent lies within, and the key to unlocking it is to believe in yourself and move forward with courage.

Anshika Sharma

The Century School, Karnal

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Kartik Bajoria shared how everyone possesses something unique and explained how he discovered his own. He is right in saying that instead of trying to fit in, one must embrace their differences.

His message is a powerful life lesson—that one’s uniqueness is not a flaw but a strength that leads to the true path of life.

Pranit Batra

The Century School, Karnal

Looking Back: Reflecting on the Journey - Sunbeam School Lahartara

At  Sunbeam School, Lahartara, we believe that  true learning begins when students pause to reflect. Reflection transforms experiences into insight, moments into meaning, and interactions into personal growth. Our recent  Meet and Greet session with Mr. Kartik Bajoria—a celebrated  coach and mentor—was not just an event; it was a mirror held up to every student’s thoughts, expressions, and aspirations. His words didn’t merely inform—they inspired, provoked questions, and awakened self-awareness. After the session, students took time to write, discuss, and share their reflections. This deliberate act of looking inward helped them:  Recognise how communication shapes confidence.  Acknowledge their own strengths and fears.  Connect what they heard to who they are becoming. Each reflection was a beam of light—unique, honest, and glowing with possibility. At Sunbeam, we don’t just teach students what to think; we nurture how they think. And through reflection, they grow not just smarter—but wiser, kinder, and more self-aware.