Monday, 29 September 2025
GSA Calendar October 2025
Monday, 1 September 2025
GSA Calendar September 2025
My Good School
7th September
Book Reading- The Inner Life of Animals
21st September 2025
The YES workshop with Shikha Agnihotri from Right Side Story
28th September 2025
Book Reading- The Door-To-Door Bookstore
Book Reading- क्या आपका बच्चा दुनिया का सामना करने के लिए तैयार है?
The Teachers Academy
Brewing Knowledge Fridays at 5.30 PM: Book Reading with Neelashi Mangal and Sandeep Dutt:
- What Did You Ask At School Today: A Handbook Of Child Learning; and
- The Book of Rumi: 105 Stories And Fables That Illumine Delight And Inform
Saturday Masterclass Webinar at 5:30 PM: Productive Failure - Design for and turn your failures into meaningful learning experiences, Cohosted by Gurdeep Kaur and Sandeep Dutt
Learning Forward Saturday
Early Childhood Development training sessions for Teachers at 2.00 PM every Saturday- Hosted by Ms Neelashi Mangal
GSA Squad Meetings
At 5:30 PM every Monday on Zoom - GSA Coordinators, Volunteers and Mentors. #JoyOfGiving We review programs and plan for the coming week.
AFA Weekly Review
Zoom Meeting for Arthur Foot Academy: Every Friday at 4:00 PM in association with Asteya Services
Good Schools of India
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Thursday, 14 August 2025
Storytelling: A Bridge to Creativity and Connection - Sunbeam School Ballia
This was my third session (though I could join only for the last 20–25 minutes), and once again, it was amazing—full of insights on reading techniques, explanation patterns, and the art of weaving stories through narration.
Today’s session reminded me that storytelling is more than just words—it’s a bridge between minds, turning ideas into experiences. When students share their visions, they don’t just imagine the future; they begin to shape it. Imagination fuels possibility, and stories breathe life into it. Our role is to listen, encourage, and believe in the power of their dreams.
Overall, the session was truly fruitful, offering many practical methods we can adopt in our own teaching.
Jai Hind, everyone,
Every Sunday’s session leaves me inspired, and today was no different. The techniques shared for reading, explaining, and narrating stories opened up new ways to engage learners. It proved that storytelling goes beyond speaking—it builds connections, sparks creativity, and helps shape young minds for the future.
Truly, it was a rewarding session with plenty of ideas to bring into the classroom.
Monday, 28 July 2025
GSA Calendar August 2025
Notice: There will be no Brewing Knowledge Friday on the 1st of August and the Saturday Masterclass on 2nd August 2025, as we’re away for SGEF 2025. Please visit us at the Scoonews Global Edfest, find out more at www.globaledfest.com
My Good School
Amardeep Singh Screening of Allegory. The Tapestry of Guru Nanak’s Travels
10th August
2025
Book
Reading- The Inner Life of Animals
Book Reading- क्या आपका बच्चा दुनिया का सामना करने के लिए तैयार है?
17th August
2025
Book
Reading-
The Door-To-Door Bookstore
Book Reading- क्या आपका बच्चा दुनिया का सामना करने के लिए तैयार है?
24th August
2025
We aim to inspire young minds, helping them navigate their dreams and aspirations while embracing their goals.
The YES workshop with Shikha Agnihotri, founder of The Right Side Story
Book Reading- क्या आपका बच्चा दुनिया का सामना करने के लिए तैयार है?
The Teachers Academy
Brewing
Knowledge Fridays at 5.30
PM: Book Reading with Sandeep Dutt:
- What Did You Ask At School Today: A Handbook Of Child Learning;
and
- The Book of Rumi: 105 Stories And Fables That Illumine Delight And
Inform
Saturday
Masterclass Webinar at 5:30 PM: Productive
Failure - Design for and turn your failures into meaningful learning
experiences
GSA Squad Meetings
At
5:30 PM every Monday on Zoom - GSA Coordinators, Volunteers and
Mentors. #JoyOfGiving We review programs and plan for the coming week.
Good Schools of India
Are you signed up for the Good Schools of India Weekly yet? Don't miss out on valuable insights—published every Monday at 7:00 AM! #JoyOfLearning Subscribe at: www.GSI.in
Sunday, 27 July 2025
Seeds of Thought, Blooms of Change - Lotus Petal Foundation
At Lotus Petal Foundation School, reflection is an integral part of the learning process. Here, students are encouraged not only to answer questions, but also to ask them about life, themselves, and society. After each lesson, they pause, ponder, and express their insights through stories, drawings, journals, and discussions. This creative culture of reflection empowers students to connect learning with lived experiences. It nurtures empathy, resilience, and originality. Whether sketching a lotus to represent hope or writing poems about kindness, their reflections bloom into ideas that shape a better tomorrow.
Sunday, 13 July 2025
My Good School, first-ever Webinar
📚 Session Summary – Book Reading Webinar
Date: 13th July 2025
Platform: We moved from Zoom Meetings to Webinars
Occasion: Weekly Reading Session
Promote emotional literacy, giving mindset, and expression through reading and reflection.
Provide upcoming creative platforms to nurture student writing and publishing skills.
📘 Books Discussed
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The Inner Life of AnimalsChapter: Something Special in the Air
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Highlighted animals' emotional sensitivity and how they use droplets like perfume to express themselves.
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क्या आपका बच्चा दुनिया का सामना करने के लिए तैयार है?Chapter: देने का जज़्बा
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Focused on the joy of giving—not only financially, but through acts of time, care, and compassion.
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🗝️ Key Takeaways
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Emotional Communication in Nature: Understanding that animals also feel and communicate in invisible but powerful ways.
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Giving with Heart: Students related to the broader meaning of generosity and contribution.
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Reflections Shared: Students participated by reading and discussing their blogs, despite initial technical challenges.
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Gratitude and Confidence: The webinar format initially posed challenges, but students appreciated the opportunity to speak and be heard.
ℹ️ Information Shared with Students
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The session was converted into a webinar due to attendance exceeding 100, as Zoom meetings have a participant limit.
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Students were informed in advance to prepare accordingly.
✍️ Upcoming Opportunities
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Story Writing Competition
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Last Date for Submission: 19th July
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Registration Required: https://dreamtimelearningcommunity.com/the-friendship-story-challenge/
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Winners Announcement: On Friendship Day via the My Good School community website
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Publishing Course
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Start Date: 9th August
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Duration: 10 weeks
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Schedule: Every Saturday, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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Mode: Zoom (link shared after registration)
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If unable to register online, centre coordinators can share school-wise lists with names and ages of interested students.
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⚠️ Things to Work On
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Equip students for smooth webinar interaction.
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Introduce more speaking opportunities in large groups.
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Streamline future communication about technical and platform changes.
DRIVE: The Force Behind Success - Manisha Khanna
Neetu Koranga, my mentor, didn’t hand me the answer—she offered scaffolding. Gentle nudges, reflective pauses, and space to explore helped me see that a good school isn’t defined by buildings or rankings, but by its soul—its people, its purpose, and its practices. She let me climb at my own pace, not rushing the learning, just guiding it. That’s where I found my first ‘D’—Direction.
Then came the voice behind the movement— Sandeep Dutt. A mentor, not in instruction but in inspiration. He didn’t just show the way; he walked with me. From helping shape my first student post to allowing me the space to correct, create, and eventually lead, he helped me tap into my second ‘D’—Dream.
And when I stumbled, as learners often do, it was the fire within—the silent push to continue—that revealed my own Determination.
Together, these four pillars became my foundation. And like any good recipe, it wasn’t just one spice but the perfect blend that brought flavour to my journey.
“When You Dare to Dream, Direction Finds You—And Drive Takes You Further.”
To everyone who walked beside me in this journey, thank you for the patience, the belief, and the freedom to grow without limits. My Good School didn’t just change how I see education—it changed how I see myself.
Chasing questions, catching sparks — Manisha Khanna
Sunday, 22 June 2025
Joy of Learning Calendar July 2025
My Good School
Book Reading- The Door-To-Door Bookstore
Book Reading- क्या आपका बच्चा दुनिया का सामना करने के लिए तैयार है?
Book Reading- The Inner Life of animals
Book Reading- क्या आपका बच्चा दुनिया का सामना करने के लिए तैयार है?
Amardeep Singh Screening of Episode 19 निमृत प्रभाव (विनम्रता की छाप)
Book Reading- The Inner Life of animals
We aim to inspire young minds, helping them navigate while embracing their dreams and aspirations.
The YES workshop with Shikha Agnihotri, founder of The Right Side Story
Book Reading- क्या आपका बच्चा दुनिया का सामना करने के लिए तैयार है?
The Teacher's Academy
- What Did You Ask At School Today: A Handbook Of Child Learning; and
- The Book of Rumi 105 Stories And Fables That Illumine Delight And Inform
Saturday Masterclass Webinar at 5:30 PM: Productive Failure - Design for and turn your failures into meaningful learning experiences
GSA Squad Meetings
At 5:30 PM every Monday on Zoom - GSA Coordinators, Volunteers and Mentors. #JoyOfGiving Review programs and plan for the coming week.
Good Schools of India
Are you signed up for the Good Schools of India Weekly yet? Don't miss out on valuable insights—published every Monday at 7:00 AM! #JoyOfLearning Subscribe at: www.GSI.in
Tuesday, 17 June 2025
Voices of Sunbeam: A Reflection Compilation by Students
Sunday, 25 May 2025
Sunbeam Moments: Learning, Growing and Glowing!
Wednesday, 29 January 2025
Reflections: Sharing Ideas, Inspiring Minds 🌟🗣️- Sunbeam School Lahartara
Artificial Intelligence 🤖 is transforming the world with its smart abilities, from self-driving cars 🚗 to virtual assistants like Alexa and Siri 🎙️. It learns from data 📊 and makes decisions just like humans, but without emotions. On the other hand, animals 🐾 have a rich inner life filled with emotions, communication, and intelligence. Elephants 🐘 mourn their lost ones, dolphins 🐬 recognize themselves in mirrors, and dogs 🐶 express love and loyalty. AI may be powerful, but it cannot feel the warmth of a mother bird 🕊️ feeding her chicks. As technology grows, we must respect both intelligence—artificial and natural—to create a balanced world 🌍.
Sharing our thoughts through reflection helps us connect with others and grow together 🤝. When we express our ideas, we not only learn more but also inspire those around us 🌟. Reflection allows us to look back, understand our experiences, and shape new perspectives 🧠. It encourages creativity, critical thinking, and meaningful discussions 🗣️. Just like a mirror reflects our image, our words reflect our thoughts and emotions 🪞. By sharing reflections, we build a world where knowledge, understanding, and wisdom flow freely 🌍✨.
Sunbeam School Lahartara Boarders
Sunday, 19 January 2025
My Good School, Sunday 19th January 2025
Mr Raghu Pandey, the founder of iMature.in, led an insightful session focused on preparing students for the future in the context of AI readiness, internet maturity, and digital citizenship.
Key Points from Mr. Raghu's Session:
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AI Readiness & Future Careers:
Mr. Raghu discussed how AI will disrupt traditional career paths and job structures. He explained the importance of students developing essential skills to thrive in an AI-powered world, including:- Continuous online learning is needed to stay adaptable and acquire new skills.
- Online Reputation Management to effectively showcase their abilities and secure opportunities.
- Mastering the "4 C's"—Critical thinking, Creativity, Communication, and Collaboration—is key to success in human-centred roles, even as AI evolves.
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Online Safety and Internet Maturity (FAST CAR Method):
Mr Raghu stressed the importance of students practising internet maturity and adhering to online safety practices. The FAST CAR method for online safety was highlighted:- Firewall, Antivirus, Strong Passwords: Basic tools for securing devices and personal information.
- Trust with Caution, Confidence, Avoidance, and Reporting: Guidelines for online interactions while avoiding cyberbullying and antisocial behaviour.
- Never Share Physical Location Online: Encouraging students to protect their privacy.
- Be Cautious of AI-generated content: Always verify the credibility and source of information found online, as AI-generated content can sometimes be misleading.
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Digital Citizenship Skills:
Mr. Raghu emphasized the importance of developing digital citizenship skills, including responsible, ethical, and safe use of technology. He discussed how these skills are essential for navigating the digital world and balancing emotional and moral growth in an AI-driven society.
In conclusion, Mr Raghu's insights provided a clear roadmap for ensuring students are ready for the future and well-prepared to responsibly navigate digital citizenship's challenges.
Book Reading
Chapter 14, "Misal Pao," from My Name is Cinnamon by Vikas Joshi
What skills does Cinnamon demonstrate while interacting with others in the chapter, and how do these skills help him navigate his relationships?
This question encourages us to reflect on Cinnamon's communication, empathy, and adaptability as he interacts with those around him.
How do the characters in this chapter use practical skills to express themselves or contribute to their family and community?
This question explores how specific skills, such as cooking, can represent personal expression and connect individuals to their culture or traditions.
In what ways does the chapter illustrate the difference between academic skills and life skills, and why might both be important for personal growth?
This question considers the value of academic achievements and life skills (such as social interaction, resilience, and emotional intelligence) and reflects on their balance.
How does Cinnamon’s perspective on the value of skills evolve throughout this chapter, and what does this reveal about his character development?
This question invites us to reflect on Cinnamon’s growth and how he came to understand the importance of various skills—both practical and personal—on his journey toward self-discovery.
Thursday, 23 November 2023
Power of a book in a child's hands - Nishan Karki

Tuesday, 27 June 2023
Benefits Of Reading - Avni Kochhar
Reading is understanding it better and comprehending its meaning more fully. This, in turn, allows for understanding written texts independently of oral communication. This also allows people to read more rapidly and with less effort than without reading comprehension. In more straightforward language, reading benefits both body and mind; it's all interconnected!
At My Good School, all of this is nothing! One hour of weekly reading boosts your confidence, creativity, and critical thinking!
Grade VI
Gyanshree School
Saturday, 20 May 2023
Enjoy the essence of boredom! - Rishona Chopra
Being bored is something which many of us consider something which should not happen. As my mother fondly says- "An empty mind is a naughty one. "
Being bored is quite good, and utilising that time of boredom well is a talent.
The first thing that most of us do when we are bored is either pick up the phone or a book. Which is better? None.
Just doing nothing boosts our creativity for many things. I was just lying on my bed doing absolutely nothing, and this really humourous idea came to my mind for a novel.
This doesn't mean we should never do anything, but it simply means that we should take a break sometimes just do nothing.
Therefore, we must take a break and learn to get bored without actually being bored!
Grade VII
Gyanshree School
Sunday, 20 March 2022
Annual Day at School - Arav Agarwal
After reading the chapter The Annual Day At School from the book My Good School: Where Passion Meets Education by Sandeep Dutt, I just flashback, remembering my annual days and the joy and happiness everyone used to get after participating in the Annual Day.
We all love annual days, and so do I. We, as children, wait eagerly for such fun-filled events. We have skits, voiceover, dance, music band, and speeches on our yearly days. Also, the students get the opportunity and have fun organizing and planning the annual day along with the teachers.
I still have memories of my Annual Day when I was in Senior KG. I was given the role of Narendra Modi and was to give a speech of Narendra Modi, and the theme was women empowerment. I still remember that parents were clapping in between the lecture. I also remember that after the Annual Day, when I went to School, a few children and parents used to ask me that are you, Narendra Modi. Also, a few parents asked my mother if, are you Narendra Modi’s mother. So, this was my memorable experience of my Annual Day.
We used to have a theme each year for our annual day. I am also missing my Annual Day for two years. As mentioned in the book, Annual days help us identify our skills and strengths, and I was able to identify my skills and strengths through my annual days. Also, it is mentioned in the book that students should get the rightful opportunity to showcase their creativity and talent, which everyone does beautifully on our School’s annual days.
Annual Days were so much fun for my friends and me, and we used to enjoy them a lot.
Thursday, 27 January 2022
Empathy - Anusha Jain
Anusha Jain, IX-D, Ahlcon Public School I am very fond of reading, and Harry Potter is my favourite series. |
My Empathy Collage |
Be a Dreamer - Shambhavi Nautiyal
Reflecting on Chapter 7, Be a Dreamer from the book Is Your Child Ready To Face The World? by Dr Anupam Sibal.
I read the chapter ‘Be a Dreamer’ from the book ‘Is your Child Ready to Face the World?’ and it said that Dr Martin Luther King Jr. had a dream for his nation to be racially equal, and so I thought that I too must have a dream and ambition for my nation. Hence, I have come up with postulation of our country with an optimistic motive.
My dream for India in 2040 is that we would be free from illiteracy, poverty and unemployment. I hope we shall benefit from all the schemes and programmes our government has launched. The international organizations we have joined, such as the United Nations, are supposed to improve our country’s economic and environmental state. Through this drawing (below), I envision India’s technology and environment both to become stable and sustainable. Nowadays, it’s difficult for technology to be efficient and at the same time harmless for the environment. I also ideate that the youth who go through education, designed according to the national education policy, will help us solve the problem. This drawing shows the time when we’d be thanking our government for forming the new NEP 2020 and joining the United Nations for the Sustainable Development Goals, as the outcomes would be drastic. This will change our youth’s lives a lot.
My Drawing |
Monday, 10 January 2022
Freedom - Samaira Gupta
“Freedom means self-determination. Freedom is not just what makes dreams come true; it makes dreams possible. Freedom is essential because it leads to enhanced expressions of creativity and original thought, increased productivity, and overall high quality of life.
Freedom for me is art. I can do art whenever I want. It's like I am inhaling the colours and exhaling them on the canvas.
Saturday, 4 December 2021
Cooperation - Dakshita Sirvi
Cooperation and competition both play an important role in our life. Competition forces us to improve our services and products hence benefiting us. But cooperation makes us work together and faster, it increases our patience and makes us compatible with our partners.
We all know that one plus one is two hence greater than one this means working in a group makes your work greater and complete it faster. Eg. If I have to find a book in a library alone it would take me a long time but if I along with my friends find it together then it would be found in less time. However, in comparison cooperation is more effective than competition. It benefits not only a single person but the whole society. So everyone should be taught to co-operate not to compete.
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