SOCIAL SKILL DEVELOPMENT

24 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

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               SOCIAL SKILL  DEVELOPMENT   IN CHILDREN

Social skills, also known as interpersonal skills or soft skills are important for everyone irrespective of age. Human beings are social animals and having strong social skills can help you build and maintain successful relationships both professionally and personally. Social skills in kids are a very important factor. Some kids are naturally more socially-adept than others. Not everyone is born with social skills. It is a skill just like anything else and some kids need some social “tutoring.” Like any skill, social skills in children can be developed and refined with practice, but by helping develop good social and communication skills in a child from their youth, you are equipping them straight away with the skills to build a successful future.

So if you are wondering how to help a child with social skills in life, here are a few ways that you can adapt to help your child develop different facets of this life skill

Be Social Yourself

Always remember that you are your child’s first teacher. He learns whatever he/she sees. You can’t expect your child to develop good social skills out of the blue when you spend most of your time doing chores or relaxing in front of the TV. Social skills in Take your time out and interact with friends and family and slowly your child will start imitating you. If your child continuously watches you swirling into a cocoon shell because you are too shy for conversations, chances are they will start doing the same. When going out or meeting new people, involve them in your conversations. Start by getting them to answer the simple questions which are often asked such as “ *What is your name”?” or “How old are you?” These are some very basic questions but don’t answer them on your child’s behalf. Get your child to say it. *At our school *HASTI PUBLIC SCHOOL*good manners and behaviours are shown to tiny tots

Show, Don’t Tell

Actions speak louder than words. If you want your child to be kind, be kind yourself. Just merely preaching without practicing won’t do any good to your kid. Your behavior speaks volumes, and your children will remember it far more effectively than what you have told them.  If you want them to learn basic etiquettes, show them. For them to be polite, you need to remember saying sorry and thank you to everyone, including your children. By getting very angry or messing up a situation, don’t just behave like it didn’t happen. Rather, when you are calm talk to them and apologize for your behavior and make them understand that your behavior was inappropriate.

Importance Of Eye-contact

Out of many social skills examples in general, making and maintaining eye contact is one of the crucial ones. Encourage your children to look into their eyes while talking. It leads to effective communication and helps build confidence. When you keep eye contact with the person you are talking to it indicates that you are focused and paying attention. It means that you are actually listening to what the person has to say. Many children may have eye-contact anxiety. You may have to put in an extra effort in that case. If your child has such issues, get them to talk to you, maintaining eye contact.

Teach Them To Listen

Listening is a very important tool. Many people don’t listen and they try to jump in before someone finishes his/her statement. If your child does so, teach them to be patient listeners. Before they are good speakers they need to be good listeners. This is the key to building a good relationship.

Teach Them Emotions

A child must be able to identify different emotions to spot social clues. Try playing a game. Get your child to imitate different emotions or show them pictures of different  emotions like joy, anger, disappointment, excitement, mischief, weirdness, nervousness, tiredness, terror, danger, etc and get them to identify. This helps them differentiate emotions and express better, and not get confused when mingling with other kids or people. “To teach them emotions, you need to understand them and you also communicate how you feel.  If they make you mad, make a straight face, and tell them that they are upsetting you, their behavior makes you mad.

Make Them Communicate

Communication is fundamental to children’s development; children need to be able to understand and be understood. Talk to them, ask them how their day was, and never turn away your child when he wants to say something. This may have a very negative influence on them.

Some really good ways to make your child communicate are

Get their toys and make a puppet show, show them how conversations are made if your child is socially anxious.

Roleplay- If your child is going to be in a new environment, roleplay with him how he is going to meet new people and start a conversation. You can start with basic questions and get your kids to answer them.

If you have elders at home, they can be very helpful in building confidence in your kid.

Give Them Environment

Get your child comfortable so that he can freely express himself. If your child is socially anxious help them get comfortable by striking a conversation and then slowly getting them into the conversation. Don’t just leave them alone saying they need to learn it themselves, take one step at a time. Give your child the chance to meet with different people, the variety in people may help them know things differently and get them to adjust better in situations. Playschools, playgrounds, and hobby classes will give them a chance to socialize.

Teach Them About Personal Space

Everyone feels more comfortable when the person they are with, respects their personal space.  Some children may come up and sit in your lap, hug you without permission, touch your hair, play with your necklace, touch a design on your shirt, or touch your body without permission, sometimes in inappropriate places. Teach them not to invade someone’s personal space. Everyone has their own “space bubble”.

You may come across many other lists of social skills to teach but they all are important and address different areas of life.                      

 I THINK THIS WOULD HELP WE TEACHERS  AND PARENTS IN DEVELOPING SOCIAL SKILLS IN OUR TINY TOTS.PLEASE FEEL FREE TO POUR  YOUR SUGGESTIONS AND FEED BACK THIS MAY HELP ME IN IMPROVING .PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO SUGGEST ME THE NEW TOPIC                                          THANKS FOR READING        

IMPROVING MATHEMATICS AT KEY STAGE

22 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

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Improving Mathematics in the Early Years at  Key Stage 1

We know that  some challenges  are here and there when it comes to some disciplines, especially mathematics and science disciplines   These challenges  forming some elements of fear for mathematics and science which consequently results  in poor performance and lower grades  and this in turn  hampers  their dream of success in their studies.

To deal with above ,At Our Hasti School we plan to make the learning of disciplines like mathematics and science stress-free for students. School organizes and conducts  science exhibition, science day , Mathematics day &  and maths  quiz  etc. Daily two questions ,with their answers , on fundamental Mathematics and science  are displayed on the Mathematics subject & science  subject  display Boards respectively . this helps in building confidence among learners

We at our *Hasti school first to know the weaknesses  and strengths of  learners in the subjects,   Diagnostic tests  are conducted based on the fundamental concepts children have learnt in the previous class or grade the  performance of each and every child is then critically analyzed and accordingly remedial measures are implemented. to ensure that the difficulties are solved   and learner enjoy the subject.

The Number concept and maths vocabulary is to strengthen in  Primary classes that is Grade one  the key class 

It is observed and proven fact that there is a gap that exist for children who have rarely played with dice, cards, board games or dominos.

‘Try asking children to show you 7 fingers* – now spot the ones who don’t have 5 as a bench mark to find 7.’ So how then can we avoid these pitfalls and ensure that children gain a greater understanding of the relationships that numbers have with each other?

Teacher one day  did put some coloured chalk sticks  in  biscuit  box  and asked one of our 3 year old boys “What have you got in there?”  asked him.

“Pencils !” he jubilantly told to teacher .

Great  teacher  thought: he knows and recognizes when he has more than one. “Can I take some out?” teacher asked  &  took out two without letting him see what teacher  had taken. Teacher then  placed them on the floor and asked “What can you see?”

“Pencils ,” he again said.

“How did you see them?” teacher asked. He looked a little blank. So teacher  said  “I saw  1 there and  1 there.”

He immediately responded by saying “Yes, 2.” !!!

Experiences like this are invaluable in helping to develop early number sense and the relationships that exist between numbers.

Getting children to be playful with maths and encouraging them to talk about what they see, how they see it and recognizing how they know it, is fundamental to their confidence around maths and their ability to use and apply this knowledge.

‘Well firstly get your child  playing with dice and cards etc. at home  the children that recognize dice pattern 5 has the advantage of seeing 4 dots and 1, 3 dots and 2 dots, 2 dots and 2 dots and 1 dot. That helps when later they want to add 5 to 7 for example.’ using a tens frame can be a great way of exploring numbers to 10, decomposing and recombining, exploring one more one less, looking for patterns and considering how close to ten.’

‘Games can be an engaging way to practice and extend skills.’ A good example of this would be playing a game where the children have to work out where they are on the board, how many they have to count on and be able to recognize if the dice indicates a number which exceeds what they need: “I only need four to win but I’ve thrown a six… that’s two more than what I need.”Getting children familiar with mathematical language initially in an informal way is vital too.

If we integrate  maths into different activities throughout the day –that story and picture books can be a powerful tool for engaging children with basic maths concepts, while board games (such as Snakes and Ladders) are particularly beneficial to developing understanding of numbers.

We need  to Dedicate time for children to learn mathematics and integrate mathematics throughout the day

Dedicate time to focus on mathematics each day.Explore mathematics through different contexts, including storybooks, puzzles, songs, rhymes, puppet play, and games.

Make the most of moments throughout the day to highlight and use mathematics, for example, in daily routines, play activities, and other curriculum areas.

Seize chances to reinforce mathematical vocabulary.

Create opportunities for extended discussion of mathematical ideas with children.

check what children know in a variety of contexts. Carefully listen to children’s responses and consider the right questions to ask to reveal understanding.

The above practices at our school make children confident and they enjoy the learning of mathematics .

READ FASTER AND REMEMBER MORE

22 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

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Read Everything you can get your hands on. Read until words become your friends. Then when you need to find one, they will jump into your mind, waving their hands for you to pick them. And you can select whichever you like, just like a captain choosing a stickball team.  Our Hasti school is best school where children are encouraged and prompted to read. School has introduced a unique reading project wherein every student is issued three books for three months and while returning the book to school Library  the child has to submit the review  on the book .  Reading tracker  is another project  weherein  a special reading tracker book * is issued to each and  every child and child has to *maintain daily reading record and has to take the signature of parent and a teacher. a child   has to read a para and has to find out the meaning of  10 difficult words. Once while talking about reading to children in a classroom a child asked me a question as ” I read  but i do not remember what i read what i should do? . This provoked me to ponder over and  then explained to whole class. how to read fast and remember .    I am presenting below the gist.                                                                              

We all love a great novel. And when we finish it, we remember the plot, the characters, and most details. Why is that? Because we are totally focused and absorbed in what we are reading as we read it

Contrast that with a textbook – dry, non-fiction content that we are consciously trying very hard to read and remember, without much enthusiasm.

Enthusiasm is probably the single most important factor in reading fast and remembering what we have read. And it is the factor that we all must try to overcome when we read non-fiction material that is not so exciting.

Students, content marketers, and business professionals have to absorb a lot of content, and without solid strategies to read faster and remember more, they are committing a great deal of time to an arduous task, often having to take copious notes as they read so that they can review it later and remember.

There are tactic to fix this problem, although they are not the strategies that any of us were taught in elementary school.

Here is how to read faster and remember more.

1. Turn Off the Monologue of Making Sounds

This is how you were taught to read – to sound out letter combinations and put those together to form words. We continue to do this as adults, when our eyes can actually capture words and sentences and send them to our brains much faster.

This new strategy requires mindfulness, a contemporary buzzword that means many things, but is most often defined as focus. Focus not on sounding words out but rather on your eyes moving across the page. When you do find something that really interests you, you can turn that monologue back on and enjoy. But focusing on what the eye is seeing can increase your speed up to three times.

2. Scan for Those Important Words

This is another strategy that goes against what we were taught in grade school – to read every word in a sentence or paragraph. It is totally unnecessary to get the information. Verb, adverbs, articles, and many adjectives only add fluff. You want the nouns and some of the adjectives and you only need to really read 50% of what is in a sentence. Your mind can fill in the gaps of the less important words.

Example: “Certainly, the dog was happy that his owner fed him but was even happier that he was given some attention with a game of catch.”

Let’s break it down.

“The dog was happy” – your eyes can see this as a chunk, not as four separate words.

“fed by owner” – another chunk

“happier … attention … game of catch”

The sentence has 25 words in it. You can get the meaning by scanning and picking up only 11 words – less than 50% of the total.

This takes practice, but once you get it, you will read everything this way (except that novel where you want to savor every word). And, if there is a paragraph you read that you don’t get this way, you can always go back and read it again. But if you do get it, you are onto the next paragraph quickly.

3. Read First and Last Sentences of Paragraphs First

The reason for doing this is two-fold. First, if you read the first sentence and it is introducing something you already know, why read the rest of the paragraph? Second, non-fiction is generally poorly written. It is long-winded, often repetitive, certainly wordy, and with more examples than are necessary.

Try reading just the first and last sentence of a paragraph in a textbook. Do you get the gist of what is being said? Is this something you have heard about before? Then move on. If, on the other hand, a first sentence piques your interest or if it is introducing content that is foreign to you, read the whole paragraph.

4. Relate New Information to Stuff You Already Know

When we read and take in information, our brains actually store everything – most of it in our subconscious. We don’t know it is there. So, when we try to recall what we have read, it may be hard to do. But it is there – it just needs a context that will spark the retrieval. You can spark that retrieval by relating something new to something you already know, preferably a personal experience.

If you are reading a book on psychology, for example, and you come across the term “cognitive behavioral therapy,” which is then explained, read the full explanation. After all, this is new stuff. Now relate it to a personal experience.

The theory is that what we think about ourselves determines all of our behaviors, and to change behaviors we must first change our thinking. Think of a time when you didn’t take a chance on something because you were afraid of failure. That’s cognitive behavior in action. Now you’ll remember it always.

5. Do Get Some Stuff in Writing

There is a very tiny percentage of humans who remember absolutely everything they read, see, or hear. Their “condition” is called hyperthymestic syndrome. For the rest of us, our memory is not that good. Sometimes we have to write things down so we don’t forget.

When you finish a piece of non-fiction, go back and make some notes, maybe from parts you highlighted as you read. Then type up a 150-word summary of the piece and list the important point you took from it. Save it in a database. You only need to do this with information that is really important to you. Ten years from now, when the memory of that book is a bit vague, you have that database to look it up, and the rest will be retrieved for you.

Reading faster and remembering more is not a magical, mysterious thing.  Practice on above and you will be benefitted                                          Jai Hind

MEMORY BUILDING

21 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

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*Real learning, as we all know, stems from when you can apply what you’ve learnt*and you know the practical knowledge behind things. And practicality is what online learning lacks.

  But mugging up is very important too? Contrary to popular belief, mugging actually helps a great deal as it helps children memorize important information such as the multiplication table or the periodic table. With the way in which our current education system is planned, mugging is known to single handedly be one of the best techniques for understanding formulas

 Since formal education to the most extent is focused on mugging, what can we do to help our kids?

How Does Memory Work?

Memory works in different ways. Some  of them being muscle memory, meaning, the ability to remember things through repeated motor movement. This is why teachers in your childhood made you repeatedly write the corrected versions of the wrong spellings in your test!

 Memory building can also be through repeated *listening to something with a tune. That is how we register songs in our mind.

But online learning has changed it all now

Memories building for children of different ages differ by year and it is important to note that you mustn’t push your child beyond their age group. For younger kids around 2-4 years old, one way you can build their memory is through even simple actions

This can be such as setting a proper time table that your child can follow. Questioning them what comes after the other

 helps them be more observant about what is happening. Eg. when you’ve established a proper night time routine you can ask your child what comes after brushing their teeth, which the child will answer as bed time story time!

Colors play a huge role in the memory of, especially, your younger child. This is why brands use colorful bright colors because it catches attention easily. This is also used by various programs focused on e-learning for kids

Flashcards  are a popular concept where the main point is written on one side and the sub points on the other.

The use of colors helps in easy recall as well. This is why when studying it is recommended to get pens or markers of different colors to mark the different points as per its importance.

Studying can be very much fun if you want it to be.

Most interactive learning for kids is centered around material that stimulates the student with audio visuals. There is also the emergence of VR or virtual reality that gives students an almost life-like experience with what they are learning.

As humans, our brain tends to latch onto music. So just like we remember the lyrics to a song it can be that easy to remember the contents of your learning material.

CREATE MUSIC WITH YOUR MATERIAL

Every child has a unique learning style and learning styles largely affect the quality of your memory. Children who learn visually will benefit from virtual learning a lot as it helps them visualize what they are learning better. They also tend to do great when subjects like history are taught to them by visiting museums or picture dictionaries Most wholesome online learning platforms will help cover different areas of learning.

REMEMBER THE MAIN KEY

Keywords play a huge part in memory building and it is absolutely essential for your child to be able to remember information through keywords. This is absolutely helpful when it comes to studying science based subjects.Breaking it down Breaking   a main topic down to its keywords helps in better learning and memorizing.

 This is a technique used by a lot of educational videos as well. Building a flowchart with all the important keywords is also very helpful.

Breaking down material into smaller chunks is a really good way to memorize information better. That is why some phone numbers have hyphens  to separate into smaller chunks for better understanding. This can be used by you to help your child remember important information like phone numbers, addresses, etc in case of any distress.

 Breaking it into little chunks helps store the memory for a longer time as well. Since everything we do now has moved to online learning it is hard to process a lot of information at once, so this helps!

These tips will definitely work.

UNLOCKING THE ACADEMIC BRILLIENCE

19 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

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Blog Number 293
Unlocking Academic Brilliance:It is to Empower Learners through Innovative Assessment and Time-Tested Techniques” & to make students reach to their full potential and unlock their academic brilliance.
In the quest for academic fineness, students often find themselves juggling a multitude of tasks, from lectures and assignments to extracurricular activities. As the demands of modern education continue to evolve, it becomes crucial to adopt strategies that not only enhance productivity but also pave the way for long-term success.
At Hasti School, our educators and administration are committed to fostering academic excellence in our students.
To achieve this, we provide constructive feedback through a diverse range of assessments, including:

  • Homework assessments
  • Tests and quizzes
  • Practice tests after every subtopic
  • Improvement tests
  • Formative and summative evaluations
    Moreover, we encourage active learning by inviting students to explain topics or concepts to their peers, embodying the principle that “when a child teaches, children learn.” This approach is facilitated through:
  • Frequent doubt-clearing sessions
  • Group discussions under teacher supervision
  • Counselling and guidance
    In our pursuit of academic brilliance, our techniques synchronise with *Japanese techniques that have been refined over centuries. we draw inspiration from it .
    Our approach is rooted in the following principles:
    *By combining innovative assessments with time-tested techniques, we empower our
    Drawing inspiration from Japanese educational philosophies, here are seven powerful techniques that can revolutionise your approach to learning and set you on a trajectory towards academic brilliance.
  1. Kaizen: The Skill of Continuous Improvement
    Derived from the Japanese term for ‘continuous improvement,’ Kaizen encourages small, consistent steps towards progress. Students can adopt this philosophy by setting aside dedicated time each day for focused study and self-reflection. Begin by identifying one area of improvement in your academic routine, be it time management or note-taking skills. Regularly reviewing and refining these habits can lead to remarkable long-term gains.
    How to implement it
    · Allocate 15 minutes daily for self-assessment and goal-setting.
    · Keep a journal to track progress and note areas for improvement.
    · Seek feedback from teachers and peers to identify areas of growth.
  2. Pomodoro Technique: *Mastering Time Management
    Originally developed by Francesco Cirillo, the Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that employs short, focused bursts of work followed by brief breaks. By adopting this strategy, students can enhance concentration and productivity, ultimately leading to more efficient study sessions.
    How to implement it
    · Set a timer for 25 minutes of uninterrupted study.
    · Followed by a five-minute break for relaxation or light exercise.
    · After completing four cycles, take a longer break (15-30 minutes) for rejuvenation.
  3. Kansei Engineering: Cultivating Emotional Engagement
    A Japanese design philosophy, it emphasises the importance of emotional engagement in the learning process. Applying this concept to education involves finding personal connections to the subject matter, which enhances comprehension and retention.
    How to implement it:
    · Relate academic concepts to real-life experiences or interests.
    · Create a visual or emotional anchor for complex ideas.
    · Participate in discussions and debates to foster deeper engagement.
  4. Ikigai: Discovering Purpose and Passion
    A Japanese concept meaning ‘a reason for being,’ this involves identifying one’s passions, talents, and purpose. Students can apply this philosophy to their academic pursuits by aligning their coursework with their interests and long-term goals.
    How to implement it:
    · Reflect on personal strengths, interests, and career aspirations.
    · Choose elective courses or projects that align with your passions.
    · Seek out extracurricular activities that allow you to explore your interests.
  5. Johari Window: Enhancing Self-awareness
    It is a psychological tool designed to increase self-awareness by exploring one’s known and unknown qualities. Students can utilise this technique to identify their strengths, areas for improvement, and areas that may require additional support.
    How to implement it:
    · Seek feedback from teachers, peers, and self-assessment tools.
    · Keep a personal development journal to track insights and progress.
    · Set aside regular time for reflection and self-assessment.
  6. Muda: Eliminating Waste and Inefficiency
    Derived from Lean Manufacturing, the concept of Muda encourages the elimination of wasteful activities. In an academic context, this involves identifying and eliminating non-productive habits that hinder learning.
    How to implement it:
    · Identify time-consuming or redundant study habits.
    · Streamline note-taking methods for efficiency and clarity.
    · Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
  7. Monozukuri: Cultivating a Sense of Craftsmanship
    Monozukuri, or ‘the art of making things,’ emphasises the importance of dedication and craftsmanship. Students can apply this philosophy to their academic pursuits by approaching assignments and projects with a meticulous and detail-oriented mindset.
    How to implement it:
    · Allocate sufficient time for thorough research and preparation.
    · Edit and revise assignments for clarity, coherence, and accuracy.
    · Take pride in producing high-quality work that reflects your best effort.
    Teacher’s Toolkit: Ways to support students in mastering these techniques
    • Provide constructive feedback on assignments and assessments.
    • Foster a growth mindset by emphasising the value of continuous improvement.
    • Encourage students to experiment with different work-to-break ratios to find what suits them best.
    • Offer relatable examples to illustrate abstract concepts.
    • Facilitate discussions about career goals and aspirations.
    • Make available resources and guidance for exploring different academic paths.
    By incorporating these Japanese-inspired strategies into the academic routine, you can unlock your full potential and pave the way for a future of academic excellence. Remember, the key to success lies not only in the pursuit of knowledge but in the deliberate and consistent application of these principles. Embrace the journey towards productivity and watch as your educational endeavours reach new heights*.
    “In conclusion, academic brilliance is a vital aspect of a student’s educational journey . At our Hasti school By incorporating innovative assessments and Japanese techniques{ such as Kaizen, Pomodoro, and Kansei Engineering} we think , educators and parents can empower students to reach their full potential
    Feel free to put your quarries regarding the enhancement of academic brilliance and the role of eductors and parents. Your suggestions , commendation and remarks always help us.

REIMAGINING SCHOOLS

19 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

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Blog Number 295
Reimagining schools
As we stand at the threshold of reimagining schools, it’s time to challenge the traditional paradigm that has long defined our education system.
For too long, exams and grades have been the primary measures of a student’s worth and potential. But what if we were to shift our focus from mere academic achievement to fostering a love of learning, creativity, and critical thinking?
What if our schools became incubators for curiosity, innovation, and growth, where students are empowered to explore their passions and interests?
Let’s embark on a journey to reimagine schools that prioritize the development of the whole child, where exams and grades are no longer the sole defining metrics of success.”
I have always envisioned schools as spaces where students grow in a stress-free environment, flourishing both intellectually and emotionally. However, with the current examination system, it is hard to imagine schools as places that foster health and happiness for both students and teachers.
It’s not that solutions are unavailable. Recently, I had the opportunity to read a journal article titled “Beyond the Oxymoronic Idea of No-Detention Policy” by Rohit Dhankar. The ideas he proposes are both thought-provoking and powerful. Here are a few key arguments he makes:

  1. Age-Based Grades Are a Flawed System:
    Every child learns at their own pace. The concept of age-based grades is convenient only for bureaucratic systems, not for the benefit of children or teachers.
  2. Stage-Based Learning:
    Dhankar proposes replacing the grade system with stage-based learning. Each stage would have clearly defined learning outcomes, and children could move from one stage to another regardless of their age.
  3. A Learning Corridor, Not a Thin Line:
    Learning achievement should not be measured as a rigid pass/fail dichotomy but as a continuum, or a “learning corridor.” This approach recognizes the diversity in students’ learning curves and allows for flexibility.
  4. Learning as a Curve, Not a Straight Line:
    Children’s learning should be seen as a developmental curve, where progress happens at varied speeds, rather than a linear, standardized progression*.
    Each of these arguments is supported by evidence and research, making this approach not only visionary but also practical.
    The NEP Connection
    Interestingly, the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) hints at a similar approach by proposing to divide schooling into four stages:
    • Foundational (5 years)
    • Preparatory (3 years)
    • Middle (3 years)
    • Secondary (4 years)
    This framework provides an opportunity to shift towards stage-based learning outcomes. If implemented in true spirit, it could restore the joy of childhood to our schools. Otherwise, the current examination practices will continue to deprive children of meaningful learning, reducing education to rote memorization with little connection to skill development or competency building.
    The Way Forward
    The NEP (2020) provides the mandate for reform, and now is the time to act. Stage-wise learning outcomes need to be clearly identified, which will require a restructuring of schools. In this new model:
    • Classrooms would accommodate children of different age groups learning together.
    • This approach would eliminate the stigma often faced by children who are detained and must repeat grades alongside younger peers.
    • Most importantly, it would remove the rigid pass/fail system, creating a more inclusive and equitable learning environment.
    Transitioning to this model will be challenging, given our deep-rooted conditioning to the idea of moving from one grade to the next based on age. However, this reform is essential if we want to rescue our schooling system from its current state. It may not be easy, but it is necessary—for the sake of our children, our teachers, and the true purpose of education.
    As we reimagine schools, let’s create learning environments that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. By shifting our focus from exams and grades to student-centered learning, we can empower students to become lifelong learners, innovators, and changemakers. Together, let’s redefine the future of education and unlock the full potential of every student.”
    Please Feel free to record your impression on this blog and give your suggestions and or commendations& remarks

SECRET MEANING OF SMART PHONE EMOJIS

19 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

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Hasti Group of schools
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Blog Number 296
SECRET MEANING OF SMART PHONE EMOJIS

Amit Kalley, the founder of the organization For Working Parents, has issued an urgent warning to parents about the secret meanings of smartphone emojis that could be used by children to convey “sinister” messages.
“The unregulated internet can be very dangerous for our children,” Kalley wrote on Instagram.
“This issue is too big to ignore and the Netflix series, ‘Adolescence,’ has brought it to mainstream attention.”
Forces and teachers across Britain have issued parents with a “periodic table of sinister emojis” said to be used by under-18s to surreptitiously discuss violence, sex and extremism .The emoji code, produced by education charity For Working Parents, outlines 60 symbols used to talk about drugs, violence, sex, self-harm, extremism and incels, meaning involuntary celibates.
Are the kids actually alright?
It’s important to remember this isn’t the first time we’ve seen concerns about generational communication differences reflecting larger social rifts. There are numerous examples in the media linking slang with issues of education, moral decline and even crime.
These attitudes have sparked debate over whether Australian schools should ban gen alpha and gen Z slang from classrooms.
While the frustration of parents and teachers is understandable, linguistic research shows aggressively negative attitudes towards teen language demotivate young people, exacerbate inequality and unnecessarily stoke intergenerational tension.
Emoji are highly context dependent. Much like gestures that are used with speech, we need to understand emoji in the specific conversations and communities they are used in. There is no consistent relationship between emoji use and inner emotional state that can be generalised across groups of teens or other emoji users.
Instead of fearing or banning emoji, we can try and understand how and why they are used in various contexts. And there are plenty of online resources to help with this.

EmojiPedia, for example, describes the pill emoji 💊 as potentially referencing medicine, drugs, or an awakening to a controversial perspective (the “red pill” beliefs referenced in Adolecensce).
Emoji are intentionally flexible and intended to be used creatively. In fact, Unicode, the organisation that assesses proposals for new emoji, requires that items encoded as emoji are able to hold multiple meanings.
Research has also shown different people react to emoji differently. One survey from 2018 found older men were most likely to view emoji as confusing and annoying, while young women were most likely to view emoji positively in communication.
Times change, and stay the same Intergenerational differences, and the tensions they evoke, are nothing new.
Back in the 2000s, parents and teachers voiced concerns that “netspeak”, with its creative punctuation and capitalisation, would diminish young people’s grasp of “proper” English. This did not come to pass.
Does this mean parents have nothing to worry about when it comes to their kids communicating online? Of course not.
Online misogynistic movements and red pill communities can bring great harm to vulnerable young people. Their growing popularity is something we all have to reckon with – but online language is not to blame.
Parents can’t realistically prevent the radicalisation of young men by simply referencing an emoji dictionary, nor can teachers stamp out the spread of misogyny by banning emoji and slang in classrooms.Instead, as one scene between Adam and his dad shows, we need to collectively shift our focus towards facilitating open conversations between generations.
By doing so, we can not only better understand our differences, but can reduce the feelings of social isolation that leave young people vulnerable to becoming radicalised.

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SCREEN TIME FOR CHILDREN AND HOW MUCH IS TOO MUCH

19 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

by Dr.Vijay . in Uncategorized Tags: , , , ,


Hasti Group of Schools
Dondaicha
Blog Number 298
How Much is Too Much: Navigating Screen Time for Schooling Children
In today’s digital age, screen time has become an integral part of a child’s life. *As a leading child-cantered school, *Our Hasti School recognizes the importance of balancing technology with overall development. But how much screen time is too much for schooling children ? Let’s dive deep in to the subject
It’s never been easier to be entertained, informed and connected.
Our favorite shows, music, social media and the latest news are now available in the palm of our hand 24/7. While we enjoy this convenience, kids are enjoying it as well. Too much, in fact.
With children getting smartphones at younger and younger ages while also having access to TVs, tablets, video games and other technology in the home, they’re getting a lot more daily screen time than previous generations.
Just how much time?
The numbers might shock you. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports the average daily hours by age group:
• 8-10 years old: Six hours
• 11-14 years old: Nine hours
• 15-18 years old: Seven and 1/2 hours
And these figures don’t even include the time kids spend on screens for their school work.
The health effects
It’s important for parents to be aware of the impact that too much screen time can have on their children’s health, as well as their ability to develop healthy relationships with friends and family
*“Studies are showing links between excessive screen time and various physical and mental health issues in children, such as obesity, depression, behavioral issues and anxiety It also impacts their development of social skills.
“Impatience in real world interactions is one of the biggest results of excessive screen time, You don’t have to be patient with a screen. It’s instant gratification. But you need patience when you’re talking to someone in person. So, it’s important that children learn to wait, listen and respond.
Recommended time limits
paediatricians generally recommend the following guidelines:
• Under 2 years old: Zero screen time, except for video chatting with family or friends
• 2-5 years old: No more than one hour per day co-viewing with a parent or sibling
• 5-17 years old: Generally no more than two hours per day, except for homework
Talk to your child.. This is really a positive parenting tool that can help parents guide their children on what type of screen time is appropriate and when and where it can be enjoyed,
Other proactive steps for parents to take include:
• Screen-free bedrooms: There should be no screens in the bedroom, and children generally shouldn’t view a screen for two hours before bedtime. The reason is a screen’s blue light can prevent the brain from knowing when it’s time to get ready for sleep. Instead kids should engage in other activities, such as reading.
• Fill the void: If you need to cut back on your child’s screen time, don’t leave them to figure out what to do with that free time. Replace it with something positive, such as outdoor sports or other activities.
Focus on face-to-face interactions whether a child is younger or older, human interaction provides benefits that can’t be replaced by screens.
Final thought finding the right balance between screen time and overall development is crucial for schooling children. By understanding the advantages and disadvantages of screen time and setting healthy limits, we can ensure that our children reap the benefits of technology while minimizing its risks.
At Hasti School, we’re committed to guiding parents and children in navigating the digital world responsibly. By working together, we can help our young learners thrive in a world where technology and traditional learning coexist in harmony. * * Dear readers your vlued feed back, remarks ,coimmendations and suggestions are awaited

FINANCIAL LITERECY AT SCHOOL & ITS IMPORTANCE

19 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

by Dr.Vijay . in Uncategorized Tags: , , , ,


Financial Literacy and its Benefits for Students
In today’s complex financial landscape, equipping students with financial literacy skills is crucial to their future success.

At Hasti School, we recognize the importance of empowering our students with the knowledge and skills to make informed financial decisions*. Our financial literacy program aims to educate students on various aspects of personal finance, including budgeting, saving, investing, and responsible spending. We have plans to develop these skills, and we will strive to prepare our students for financial independence and a secure future.

Financial literacy is an important life skill for everyone and it is something we should teach from a young age. As a teacher, you are well-placed to help children learn essential, lifelong money skills, from budgeting and saving to understanding interest rates and avoiding debt. In this article, we will look at what financial literacy is, why it is important to teach financial literacy to students as part of the curriculum and provide some strategies and tips for teaching financial literacy in the classroom. Let’s analyse and investigate this topic

What is financial literacy for students?

Financial literacy for students means having the knowledge and skills to make informed financial decisions. This involves children understanding important financial concepts and principles so that they can manage their money well for the rest of their lives.

Financial education in schools gives children and young people the power to make the most of their money and plan for their future.

In primary schools, financial literacy includes the following topics; how money is used, making simple calculations with money, calculating change, budgeting, saving money, planning ahead, keeping money safe, comparing costs and understanding the use of bank cards.

In secondary schools, financial literacy is more about the functions and uses of money, including topics such as; credit and debit, insurance, pensions, savings, loans, interest rates, personal finance products, currencies and exchange rates, the value of money, managing a household budget and more complex calculations. Financial literacy is important for students because it supports lifelong well-being and success.
The benefits of students learning financial literacy in schools include:

  • The ability to open a bank account. • Encouragement to spend responsibly and make informed choices. • The ability to save for the future.
  • An understanding of how to avoid and manage debt.
  • Recognition of the importance of having a pension.
  • The confidence to manage income from salaried work. • An understanding of how tax works.
  • Reducing stress levels through improved financial stability. • Knowledge to avoid financial exploitation, fraud or abuse.
    How to teach financial literacy
    Whether you are teaching financial literacy to secondary school students or pre-schoolers, financial literacy topics can easily be incorporated into personal development or citizenship lessons, such as Personal Social Health and Economic Development (PSHE). They can also be used to bring other areas of the curriculum into the real world for your students. For example, using maths lessons to calculate change or calculate interest rates makes the topic more relevant to real life.

Start teaching financial literacy from an early age – even young children such as pre-schoolers will benefit from financial education and evidence shows that children’s attitudes to money are well developed by the age of 7.

  1. Apply the lessons to real life – financial education will be more effective if the lessons learned are put into practice. For example, use workshops to help children open a bank account or give them homework about budget management for the weekend.
  2. Involve adults in financial education – Lessons will be more successful when parents and caregivers are invited to be involved, whether it’s with meetings and workshops at school or doing homework with their children at home. Parental involvement helps influence a child’s mindset and behavior about money.

Below are some fun financial literacy activity ideas you can adopt for your students, whatever their age*:

  • Create a pocket money savings plan for something they really want to buy. There are many templates available online or you can design your own. •

Give each child an imaginary amount of money to shop for food, then ask them to figure out what they could buy from the list of groceries, as well as how much money they will have at the end.

  • Print out money bingo cards from the internet and play as a class. •
    Create a mock bank statement and ask students to identify key information from it, such as adding up the total of expenditure in a particular category, finding direct debits or identifying fraudulent transactions.

HOW TO SELECT THE BEST STREAM AFTER X BOARD EXAMINATION

19 Apr 2025 Leave a comment

by Dr.Vijay . in Uncategorized Tags: , , , ,


Hasti Group of Schools*
Dondaicha
Blog Number 300
How to Select the Best Stream After Your 10th Board Results?
“As students stand at the crossroads of their academic journey after Grade X, one of the most crucial decisions they face is choosing the right stream. This choice not only shapes their future academic pursuits but also lays the foundation for their career paths.
At Hasti School, we understand the significance of this decision and aim to guide our students in making informed choices that align with their interests, strengths, and aspirations.
In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of selecting the right stream and provide insights to help students navigate this critical juncture.”
Choosing the right academic stream after your 10th board results is a very crucial decision that would have a major impact on your future career. Be it engineering, medicine, arts, commerce, or any other field, this choice is what will eventually shape your education journey.
Let’s go through this guide for choosing the right stream after 10th and factors to consider stream selection tips for students for an informed decision.
Stream Selection Tips for Students
Foundation for Future Studies: This lays the foundation for your future studies and decides what stream you follow for the next two to three years. It also sets up higher secondary education that would further decide the college options and even professional courses afterward.
Career Prospects: Various streams have various career prospects. Knowing which career is in demand in the market can guide you to choose a specific and best stream after 10th that would take you towards a desired future.
Personal Satisfaction: Choosing a stream that reflects your interests and strengths can be a source of greater satisfaction and success in studying and subsequently, your career.
Peer Pressure & Expectations: At times, students may get pressured into choosing the best stream after 10th depending on how their peers choose and what people outside expect from them. It’s essential to prioritize your interests over external influences.
Factors to Keep in Mind While Selecting a Stream As you go through this very important decision-making process, consider the following factors:

  1. Interests and Passions Think about what subjects interest you. If you are fond of mathematics or physics, a science stream is your best bet. *If literature and history are what attract you, the arts is where you’re meant to be.
  2. Aptitude and Strengths Evaluate your strengths across various subjects. Take tests or talk to teachers and counsellors to determine your natural talents. Strong performance in specific subjects may suggest a possible career path.
  3. Career Goals Consider the professions that interest you. Investigate different careers related to each stream. Knowing what is needed in terms of education and skills can bring clarity to your path.
  4. Market Trends Research the current trends in the market and future career opportunities in different fields. *Some fields may have an increasing need for experts, while others may be oversaturated. This study can help inform your choice.
  5. Value of Subjects Various streams specialize in different subjects. *If you are inclined towards the practical use of knowledge, the science stream could be for you. If you like analytical skills and business ideas, commerce could be your choice.
  6. Influence of Seniors and Alumni Have a word with your seniors who have recently made this decision. Their stories and opinions can provide real-life insight that can affect your decision.
  7. Flexibility of Further Studies Certain streams provide greater latitude for the pursuit of higher education. For instance, art students can frequently enter law and design in addition to conventional arts courses.
  8. Parental Guidance While the final decision should be yours, seeking your parents’ advice can provide additional insights. They may share valuable perspectives based on their experiences and understanding of your abilities.
  9. Extracurricular Interests Take into account your involvement in extracurricular activities. If you enjoy debating, consider the arts or commerce streams. If you are inclined toward science fairs, a science stream could be more appropriate.
    Conclusion Choosing the right stream after 10th board exam results is not a one-dimensional decision based on mere interests.
    The selection process needs deep individual reflection alongside enough examination of potential paths and counsel from mentors and family members. Your success path becomes clearer when you account for your interests along with your abilities and career objectives as well as job market projections*.
    We at Hasti school recognize how vital mentoring becomes for students at this important time in their professional development.
    Our top-tier status as an educational institution enables professional guidance so students can select their best stream after 10th and suitable directions for their future with full understanding

Students – take your time to select the best stream after 10th and reach the conclusion because it requires finding educational paths that match your personal dreams. As you embark upon this significant journey, keep the best of luck with you!

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