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Ela Green School: Teachers’ Workshops that Make Professional Development Fun

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  Take conference meetings, for instance. They can be the main reason why you have a penchant for looking at your wristwatch every five minutes, just wishing that it would come to an end already. At Ela Green School , we believe that professional development should not feel like a punishment packed with dull PPTs and tedious assessments. We instead create captivating and memorable workshops that not only improve job skills but also promote community feeling and enthusiasm amongst our teachers. The Essence of Fun in Learning Our workshops at Ela Green School are designed to engage more than just your mind. Learning is most effective when it is enjoyable and interactive. Our professional development sessions are aimed at keeping our educators fully engaged so that they leave with insights as well as a reenergized passion for teaching. Team-Building for Better Collaboration One of the highlights of our professional development program is the team-building exercise specifically designe...

Celebrating the PYP Exhibition at Ela Green School: A Journey of Learning and Discovery

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Among the several IB schools in Chennai , India, including Ela Green School, which is considered one of the best, this institution where we nurture young minds to be lifelong learners is filled with pride. This year, our primary school program 5 students who are about to become graduates were celebrated with a grand exhibition as their last activity, marking the end of their basic education. It did not only display their academic excellence but also their profound knowledge of nature because it was based on the natural environment. A Theme Rooted in Nature The PYP exhibition is an important part of the school curriculum that allows students to apply what they have learned in classrooms to real-life situations. For instance, pupils opted for the subject matter of “the natural environment,” which echoed our philosophy on ecological sustainability and carrying out environmentally friendly decisions. The theme therefore provided a good opportunity for connection between what our youngsters...

VARNAM: A Journey Through Creativity at Ela Green School

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  A Captivating Invitation This section sets the tone for the blog post by describing an exciting experience of wandering through an art exhibition. The metaphor of hot steam from a sauna draws attention to the immersive nature of artworks and invites visitors to explore them at their own pace. It underlines the friendly atmosphere in Ela Green School ’s exhibition, encouraging visitors to go slowly and interact personally with the art. Exploring Concepts Through Art In this way, we delve into how the exhibition aligns with the school’s educational objectives, in particular the PYP (IB Primary Years Programme) . On display are works that are tangible manifestations of students’ exploration of key concepts and themes, which show their understanding in original and surprising ways. By using different media and sensory approaches, students prove they can change ideas through art as well as being versatile. A tapestry of creation This section is dedicate...

Inspiring Visit of Mr. A. R. Rahul Nadh, I.A.S., to Ela Green School

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  Sustainability Vision Ela Green was founded on the dream of a future without melting glaciers and extreme heat waves for the younger generation. Our school is based on eco-ideals so that students are not just educated in academics but also in sustainability principles and environmental stewardship. Esteemed Guests The Director of the Department of Environment and Climate Change, Mr. A.R. Rahul Nadh I.A.S., and his team visited us to understand how we run a green school and our practices. It was an important occasion as it showed the significance of integrating sustainability into educational institutions like ours, which are renowned such as our IB School in Chennai. Sustainable Practices And Infrastructure At Ela, sustainability is more than just about the curriculum taught. Every brick, every pillar takes learners through resource-efficient designs during construction allowing them to have a green and healthy learning environment. Our infrastructure is designed to minimize env...

Embracing Learning: Insights from Ela Green School’s Grade EYP 3 Student-Led Conference

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Learning at Ela Green School is not limited to the classrooms, but a colorful depiction of real-life encounters and practical experiences. Recently, there was a student-led conference where students from grade EYP 3 showcased what they had learned through engaging activities and presentations. When looking back at their achievements, I remember being amused by the question, “Which sounds better: ‘You’re 5’5 ft’ or ‘You’re 20 Kitkats long?’” This single question captures the true nature of learning at Ela Green School, described as an expedition that involves exploration, inventiveness, and significant relationships. Exploring Measurement Creatively This student-led conference by Grade EYP 3 pupils showed how far they have gone in holistic schooling. The little ones did not only listen actively while being taught; rather, they took part fully in various activities that may involve standard and non-standard measurements as well. They used idiomatic expressions such as ‘you are 20 kitkat...