Vol #01 | Issue # 02

OSHWAL ACADEMY NAIROBI & MOMBASA

THEMONTHLYPOST

Oshwal Education and Relief Board

MAY 2019

OSHWAL ACADEMY

NAIROBI

N U R S E R Y

Oshwal Academy Nairobi Nursery celebrated the IEYC Unit of learning towards the end of term. This event is purposely meant to reflect what the children have learnt and share different ideas. The Reception Learners covered The Chattering Children unit of work where they were able to develop communication skills effectively.

The Kindergarten group covered the World Around Us, unit of work which taught them how to explore nature and develop so much interest on the world around them.

For the Preschool and Play group learners, they did Going places and Once upon a time respectively.

S C H O O L P L AY

The Academy was also greatly pleased to host yet another captivating event, the play “Midas Touch”, which was presented by the Reception learners. It was held at the Junior High auditorium where all the parents were invited to be part of it. Many events like these gives our children equal opportunity in developing different skills including self-confidence, communication, and social skills among others.

E N D O F T E R M A C T I V I T I E S

It was with great pleasure that the school organised the Student led conference event that was held on 5th April 2019. This event marks a very crucial moment for the learners whereby they are given an opportunity to explain using their own words what they have covered during the term. This proceeding is aimed at developing a sense of responsibility for the learners in their learning progress and success. For more creative programs, stay tuned to join us and partner with us in healthy and happy parenting ……!

“Sharing is caring” that’s the phrase that we will use to describe this event. The end of year class party is purposely held to bring our learners together, celebrate and share snacks that they

carry from home. The objective of this event is to teach the children the importance of unit and bonding through sharing as a group.

P R I M A R YApril did not have much sporting activities due to exams and Easter Holidays. However, third term is an exciting term in our Campus as students will be learning, demonstrating and showcasing their skills in; Annual Cross Country, Cyclothon, Netball, Soccer, Table tennis, Tag Rugby and Swimming.

Parag Sahoo and Tej Bhavsar of Oshwal Academy Nairobi Primary (under the guidance of Mrs. Shraddha Thakkar, HOD Science ) participated in the International Science Fair Golden Climate Competition which was held at Light Academy this month. They scooped a Gold medal and also won a prize money of US$ 100.

J U N I O R H I G HI N T E R - S C H O O L S W I M M I N G Dhruv Vyas of Year 10 and Manuel

Karanja of Year 9 were selected to represent Nairobi County in the Kenya Secondary Schools Swimming Competition that took place at Oshwal Academy Mombasa from 9th to 12th April 2019.Manuel Karanja managed to take 3rd position in 100 metres Individual Medley, 2nd position in mixed relay and 2nd position in freestyle relay. Dhruv Vyas was 2nd in medley relay in the butterfly category.

The PA (President’s Award) members participated in an expedition from 6th April to 9th April 2019 at Aberdares Mountain (Central Kenya)The President’s Award-Kenya is an exciting self-development program available to all young people country wide equipping them with positive life skills to make a difference for themselves, their communities, country and world. At our school, this is one of the most popular activities among the students. This end term Year 10 students went for PA silver expedition at Aberdares Mountain for 3 nights and 4 days. Here is a glimpse of it.

PA E X P E D I T I O N ( S I LV E R )

Y E A R G R O U P T R I P S

School trips provide unique opportunities for kinaesthetic learning i.e. learning by doing and encourages students to engage with people, places and building in new ways. Our students enjoy such trips. This end term Year 7 students had a trip at Oloiden camp site from 5th April to 7th April 2019.

W O R L D S C H O L A R S C U P

The World Scholars Cup Round 1 competition was held on 12th and 13th February 2019 at the Light International School. The Academy was represented well by 130 students who scooped numerous awards. Round II were held on Thursday 4th April 2019 and Friday 5th April 2019

S E N I O R H I G HW O R L D S C H O L A R S

This year on 4th and 5th of April, 12 students from Senior High took part in the Regional Round of World Scholars Cup at Brookhouse International School.These students brought glory to the school by getting 25 Gold medals and 34 Silver medals in various categories.The highlight of their achievement was being number 3 overall in debating and Urmar Suthar scooping number one in writing out of over 700 scholars.

P R E F E C T S ’ I N V E S T I T U R E

Following a successful election of the student’s representatives by the Students body and a rigorous training period, the 2019/2020 Academic year prefects body was ready to be sworn in and to take the mantle from the outgoing ones. This was done in a colourful event on the evening of 24th of April 2019. The ceremony was graced by the presence of the Honorable Chairman

of the Senior High Campus Committe (SHCC), Mr Rajesh Premchand Shah, Secretary of the SHCC, Mrs. Nisha Sandip Shah, members of the SHCC Dr. Jesmitt Suresh Shah and Mr. Deep Prasmit Bid. Also present were the Academic Consultant Mrs Chotai and Assistant Academic Consultant Mrs Resy Mannemplavan.

S T A F F A P P R E C I A T I O N DAYThe Senior High students through the prefects organized a staff appreciation day. This was a way for the students to express their gratitude for the assistance and guidance offered to them by the staff during their 2 years of study at the school. The Deputy Head in a vote of thanks, commended the students for the initiative and the constructive feedback from the representatives of the student body.

G R A D U A T I O N C E R E M O N Y

It is always the joy of the Senior High fraternity to send of our graduating class in pomp and colour. This years event was marked by a record performance and speeches like no other.AS is tradition, the day started with the Shirt Signing Event in the morning. students bid farewell to their schoolmates in style by leaving a note for them on their school shirts and blouses.Graduation Procession.In attendance was the Academic Consultant Mrs Jyotsina Chotai, the Hon. Assistant Treasurer OERB Mr Shital Haria, The Hon. Chairman of the Senior High Campus Committee and his wife, Mr

and Mrs Rajesh Premchand Shah, Hon. Member of the SHCC- Dr Jesmit Suresh Shah and Secretary Mrs Nisha Sandip Shah. Other guests included, the Deputy Head Teacher of the Primary Campus, Mrs Rooma Mali the Head of the Nursery Campus, the Coordinator of the Inclusive Education Department Mr.Benson Mutuku.

The audience was treated to heart-wrenching farewell speeches from the Valedectorians. Their speeches combined, painted a picture of a year group that forged bonds of friendship that will no doubt stand the test of time.

OSHWAL ACADEMY

mombasa

S OA R I N G H I G H !

Oshwal Academy Mombasa Ranks Top 14 Private schools in Kenya feted in the Great Places to School Awards

After rigorous selection process involving hundreds of entries, 14 schools were recognized for outstanding private schools in Kenya.

The event, dubbed the “Great Places to School Awards 2019”, was the result of a partnership between the Standard Media Group PLC, the Global Peace Foundation, Trends and Insights for Africa (Tifa), and Kenya Private Schools Association.

Private schools were rewarded in nine categories including governance, academics, safety and security, career development and character and creativity. Oshwal Academy Mombasa secured 1st runner up position under the ‘CAREER DEVELOPMENT’ category for providing the best career oriented practices and environment for students.

O P E N T A S T E R M U H A K A 2 0 1 9

It is important for us to find innovative ways in which learners are able to balance learning indoors and outdoors to ensure that our learners remain interested and focused. Such activities help students to: Build confidence and improve their social skills. Activities such as those that include the sharing of tools and participating in structured tasks encourage learners to work together as a group, strengthening their bonds with their peers and fortifying social ties.

Learners are also able to improve their gross and fine motor skills. The trips are also educational while allowing students to explore, discover and have fun.

Nothing beats fresh air, some delicious 'madafu' treat and an exciting boat trip to see the dolphins....

O S H WA L A C A D E M Y M O M B A S A S C O O P S T H E L I O N ’ S M R M I N T E R S E C O N DA R Y S C H O O L D E B A T E C O M P E T I T I O N

Oshwal Academy Mombasa debate team scooped the Lion’s MRM inter- secondary schools’ debate competition to retain the trophy for the second year running. The debaters comprising of Shouryadripta Sircar (year 11), Keya Shah (Year 9), Karan Shah (year 9), Caroline Joyce (year 7), Tanay Malde and Amara Visram (year 7) braced stiff competition from Allidina Visram in round 1 on the motion: The End always justifies the Means; and Agakhan High school on the motion “Devolution in Kenya is Unsustainable” during the semi- finals to book themselves a slot in the finals. The finals pitted Oshwal Academy Mombasa against Abuhureira

Academy on the motion: Failed leadership is to blame for all the problems in Africa. The debating team outsmarted the opponents to be crowned the debate champions. Our lead speaker, Shouryadripta Sircar was chosen as the best speaker during both the semi-finals and the finals and first runners-up in the preliminaries.

We appreciate the effort and dedication of the debaters, their coaches ( Ms. Jackline, Ms. Nancy, Mr. Muia, Mr. Eric and Ms. Mildred), various members of staff especially Mr. Bakari, Rasmeet Kaur (year 9) and Qaaiba Kurji ( Year 9) for their unrelenting support to the team.

W O R L D S C H O L A R ’ S C U P

Participants Scoop 123 Gold Medals, 119 Silver Medals and 8 trophies in Nairobi

Oshwal Academy Mombasa was represented by 35 scholars at the WSC Regional Round at Brook house School, Nairobi. There were a total of 31 schools in attendance and over 600 scholars from both international and top performing Kenyan 844 schools. Such as ISK, Greensteds, St. Andrews school, Turi, Hillcrest and Moi High School Kabarak.

This event was held from Thursday 4th April to Friday 5th April, 2019. The participants, who were divided into 12 teams earned a total of 123 Gold medals, 119 Silver medals and 8 trophies during the event and all teams qualified for a Global Round of their choice: Beijing: June 21st -26th,

Astana: July 8th-13thThe Hague: July 21st-26th, Sydney: August 15 -20th, Manila; September 6-11th and Durban: September 23rd-27th.

Oshwal Academy Mombasa produced top-junior scholar: Ariana Lahji. In addition, we produced the 3rd best teams in both junior and senior categories respectively: Alicia Ssali, Aylin Kurji and Michelle Ndanu. In the senior category: Hima Palan, Uzma Sheikh and Kreeshna Mehta . Iman Kaiza was also chosen to showcase her debating skills. Below are the team names, scholars and the number of medals / trophies they won.

OSHWAL college

8 T H G R A D U A T I O N C E R E M O N Y

There was pomp and colour as Oshwal College held the 8th Graduation Ceremony, on 7th April 2019 at Oshwal Centre in Nairobi, where 157 Graduands were conferred with degrees and diplomas in various academic and professional programmes. In addition, 3 ACCA top affiliates in Kenya, 4 ABE world toppers, 16 ACCA subject-wise world toppers and 16 first class achievers in the degree programme were also awarded. At the same ceremony, 7 BTEC-IT students were also honoured for achieving the prestigious Outstanding Pearson Learners Award. This is a special award from Pearson-UK granted to students who score distinctions in all the subjects studied.

The awards conferred during the ceremony had been sponsored by our corporate partners: RSM Eastern Africa and PKF Kenya.

Dr. Kevit Desai, the Principal Secretary, State Department for Vocational and Technical Training (VTT) in the Ministry of Education, graced the occasion as Chief Guest.

Other notable guests included office bearers and members of Oshwal Education and Relief Board (OERB), Oshwal College Managing Committee (OCMC), representatives of Oshwal Academies Nairobi, RSM Eastern Africa, PKF Kenya, ACCA and a host of other guests from the corporate world.In his address, Dr. Kevit Desai commended the graduands for their achievements and encouraged them to apply the skills they have gained to change the world for the better and always actively commit to the development of our nation.