A Letter To Students

 Dear Students,

I sincerely feel that there are many important aspects of life beyond academic studies that you must learn and practise to become sincere and responsible citizens of India.

I have observed that your body language, at times, does not align with your position and identity as students of a prestigious institution like Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya.

You may not always be aware of the messages you convey through your behaviour. For example, when you remain seated while speaking to a teacher who is standing, or when you keep your hands in your pockets while talking, it reflects a lack of respect and proper etiquette.

Similarly, habits such as untidy appearance, long unkempt hair, improper uniform, casual walking in corridors, standing in a disorderly manner during assemblies, talking without greeting teachers, breaking queues in the mess, or not maintaining proper order during prayer—all these actions speak volumes (clearly reveal your character) about you and the overall culture of the institution.

Remember, your behaviour should always reflect discipline, respect, and responsibility. Always be on your best behaviour (behave in the most appropriate manner) and carry yourself with dignity.

Let us work together to build a culture of excellence, where not only academic success but also character and conduct are given equal importance.

With best wishes,

Vice Principal

THE MOUNTAIN MAN --- Teaching idioms through story

                                                          The Mountain Man

                                      (Teaching Idioms Through Story)

Dashrath Manjhi was born into a poor tribal family in  Gaya district. His life was not a bed of roses (a life full of comfort and ease). At a very young age, he went to Dhanbad in search of a job. There, he worked in coal mines as a child labourer. However, his small income forced him to live a hand-to-mouth life (living with barely enough money for daily needs).

He found it difficult to make both ends meet (manage one’s expenses with limited income), so after a few years, he returned to his village and started working in his fields.

One day, while he was working on the other side of the mountain, his wife, Phaguni Devi, was bringing food for him. Unfortunately, she slipped while climbing the mountain and died. This tragic incident struck him like a bolt from the blue (a sudden and unexpected shock). But he made up his mind (decided firmly) to bring this mountain to its knees (overcome something powerful).

Being a resolute man, he decided to carve a path through the mountain. When villagers saw him breaking the mountain with a hammer and chisel, they laughed at him and thought he had gone mad. For them, it was a wild goose chase (a useless effort). Even when people discouraged him, he turned a deaf ear (ignored what others said) and continued his work with determination.

After twenty-two years of relentless effort, he finally carved a path through the mountain. Through his perseverance, he proved the saying:

“Where there is a will, there is a way.” (strong determination leads to success)

In the end, he made the villagers eat their words (admit they were wrong).

 He is popularly known as “The Mountain Man.”

FRESHEN UP, HIT THE BOOKS, SQUARE MEAL, HIT THE SACK & SLEEP LIKE A LOG

 Returning home from the playground, he freshened up (washed and became clean) and sat down to hit the books (started studying seriously). Later, he had a square meal (a full and proper meal) and finally hit the sack (went to bed) where he slept like a log (slept very deeply).

HIT THE ROAD, DEAD TIRED, GRAB A BITE, FILL THE GAP & LET OFF STEAM

 When the closing bell rang, students hit the road (start a trip/journey) for their homes. Shshil also came home. He was dead tired (very tired). Keeping his bag on the rack, he grabbed a bite (ate something quickly) to fill the gap (satisfy hunger temporarily) before heading out to play. On the ground, he played with his friends and let off steam (released energy or stress). 

QUICK BITE, GET BACK TO WORK, IN FULL SWING, GET THE HANG OF IT & STAY ON TRACK

 During break time, Shushil grabbed a quick bite (a small and fast meal) and got back to work (resume the work ) immediately. When he was in full swing (working actively and energetically), completing his work, the next teacher came for the Science class. He got the hang of (understood something after practice) doing practicals, especially preparing solutions, and enjoyed the class. The last period was of yoga. Even during this period, he continued to stay on track (remain focused and disciplined).

ALL EARS, PUT ON THINKING CAP, QUICK OFF THE MARK, ON THE BALL & MAKE A MARK

 Prayer was over, and Shushil went to his class. He was all ears (listening very attentively) throughout the English period. When the teacher gave problems to the students, Shushil put on his thinking cap (started thinking seriously) and solved them easily. Being the first student to answer, he was quick off the mark (fast to respond or act). From the very start, he was on the ball (alert and efficient) and answered all the questions correctly. By the end of the class, he had made a mark (created a good impression) on the teacher.

FRESH AS A DAISY, IN GOOD SHAPE,A SQUARE MEAL , HIT THE ROAD & IN THE NICK OF THE TIME

 Coming back from jogging, he felt fresh as a daisy (feeling fresh and full of energy). His jogging habit kept him in good shape (physically fit and healthy). He took a bath and had a square meal (a proper and satisfying meal) before hitting the road (starting a journey) for school. He reached school in the nick of time (just at the last possible moment).