The Impact Study by Kunal Rajpurohit

Three Impactful Years and three cheers to our Fellow Analyst Kunal and the intern's team #JoyOfLearning #MyGoodSchool #GoodSchoolsAlliance #HappyTeachers

Birthday Greetings from JDS School

Lavneet Kaur Grade 9

Yanishka Grade 9

Komal, Class - 9th , Section - Pansy

Happy Birthday Good Schools Alliance. We pray for your happy and long life and a bright future. May you flourish everywhere on this beautiful planet EARTH.

- Suman Jakhar, Jhamku Devi Senior Secondary School

Birthday Message from GSA Principal

Dear My Good School, 

I wish you a very Happy Birthday. I hope you have an amazing year and the happiest of birthdays. The time spent with you is akin to discovering oneself and connecting it to one's potential. All it takes to make any of us smile is your presence. We appreciate you being here and motivating us.

On this special day, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the participation of our beloved GSA member schools. School leaders, parents, and my dear students. Last but not least our beloved Sandeep sir, for his motivation and passion towards bringing all of us together and igniting the spark of light towards a common goal #Joy of Learning. 

Your presence contributed immensely to our success story, and we truly appreciate your support. We truly appreciate your thoughts and recommendations as we think about and anticipate improving our upcoming experiences.

On behalf of GSA, I would like to thank each one of you, and invite you to the GSA retreat from 13th to 16thNovember. It's going to be a memorable experience for all of us. Our vision is to create #JoyofLearning focusing on reading, reflection, and building relationships.

Once again, a very Happy Birthday. Continue to rise and shine.

Warmly

Manisha Khanna

GSA Principal

Thank you, Good School Alliance!

Happy Birthday 

Our dear GSA

On behalf of the entire Sunbeam School and Hostel, Lahartara, we wish Good School Alliance a very Happy Birthday!

Thank you for making our Sundays both interesting and full of values, with a touch of fun. To be honest, we thoroughly enjoy our Sundays thanks to your efforts.

You have truly made a great impact on our lives, and we are grateful to have you.

Thank you, Good School Alliance!

Warm regards,

Sunbeam School and Hostel

Lahartara

Reflections Sunday the 29th September 2024

Jugjiv Sir, Sandeep Sir  and participants discussed the third anniversary of "My Good School" on October 1st, 2024, and the upcoming calendar. They welcomed Jhamku Devi Secondary School from Abohar, Punjab. 

The calendar for October was shared an includes key dates like the GSI India journal publication and the "Two Girls, One Mic" episode. 

They read from the book "My Name is Cinnamon," discussing themes of cheating and the importance of honesty. 

They read from The Hidden Life Of Trees and  explored the impact of weather on trees, including frost, lightning, and wind, emphasizing the importance of natural growth and community support for tree health. The session concluded with a reflection on the importance of honesty and the impact of natural disasters on trees.

Reflections for the week 

-My Name Is Cinnamon- 

1. What was your takeaway from the session today? 

2. What was discussed in the chapter today?

3. What are boundaries? How can you maintain them?

4. Experiences while giving an exam

5. Would a help a person who is seeking the answer to a question? 

6. What makes monsoon winds move?

7. How is the weather in Pune?

8. How is weather determined?

9. What is Ratnagari famous for?

10. A journey by train

11. Would you prefer travelling by train or by air? 

12. On what percentage are India's train electrified?

- From The Hidden Life Of Trees – 

1. What are clusters?

2. What is your takeaway from today’s session?

3. What happens when thicker coat is formed on leaves?

4. What role do trunks play?

5. How do trees survive?

6. How do trees change shape and direction and why? 

7. What is "hoar frost"? 

8. When do the trees look like they've been sprinkled with sugar?

9. What do the scars represent? 

These are some suggestions you can choose from. Looking forward to seeing your wonderful and thoughtful reflections! You can email your reflections at - mk@learningforward.org.in

Rishona Chopra

School Captain

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Here are some strategies schools could use to encourage students to reflect more on their learning experiences after sessions:

1. Provide structured reflection templates or prompts: Give students a framework to guide their reflections, such as questions about key takeaways, challenges faced, or new perspectives gained.

2. Allocate dedicated reflection time: Set aside time after each session for students to individually or collectively reflect on their learning. This signals the importance of the reflection process.

3. Encourage peer-to-peer sharing: Allow students to share their reflections with classmates, either in small groups or as a whole class. This can spark deeper discussions and insights.

4. Incorporate reflection into assessments: Make reflective writing a part of the assessment process, such as including a reflection component in assignments or projects.

5. Recognize and celebrate reflective thinking: Acknowledge and appreciate students who demonstrate thoughtful reflection, either through verbal praise or by showcasing their reflections.

6. Model effective reflection: Teachers can demonstrate their own reflective practices, sharing how they learn and grow from their experiences.

7. Provide feedback on reflections: Offer constructive feedback on students' reflections, highlighting strengths and suggesting areas for improvement.

The key is to make reflection an integral and valued part of the learning process, rather than an afterthought. By fostering a culture of reflective thinking, schools can help students develop essential skills for lifelong learning and personal growth.

Courtesy Otter AI.

GSA Calendar October 2024

My Good School on Sundays

6th October 2024
Christa Campsall 
My Guide Inside
My Name Is Cinnamon

13th October 2024
Amardeep Singh 
Screening of Episode 10 
Allegory: A Tapestry of Guru Nanak's Travels 

The Hidden Life Of Trees

20th October 2024
My Name Is Cinnamon
The Hidden Life Of Trees
The Impact Team Meeting

27th October 2024
My Name Is Cinnamon
The Hidden Life Of Trees

The Impact Team Meeting

Good Schools India Journal

15th October 2024

2 Girls 1 Mic - Oshi and Simar

25th October 2024

Where Passion Meets Education with Amit Sachdeva - Sandeep Dutt

Masterclass - The Teacher's Academy

5th, 12th and 26th 

Chapter 10 Wanted Back-bencher Last-ranker Teacher

GSA Monthly Meeting 

26th October 2024 at 4 pm

Students Reflections - Sunbeam School Lahartara

Writing reflectively entails evaluating an experience critically, stating how it affected you, and outlining your plans for applying the newfound understanding. Writing something down typically encourages people to think through an experience, so it can aid in more profound reflection. In this lovely reflection piece, Sunbeam School Lahartara students discuss the lessons they learned from Sunday School.

Sunbeam Lahartara 15092024 by Manisha Khanna