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A number of workshops were organized for the teachers to imbibe new thoughts and creative ideas before the new session began. These workshops were conducted to reinforce positivity, motivation and enthusiasm among the teachers.
YOGA WORKSHOP (13TH,14™ AND 17T" MARCH 2008)
It is rightly said, "Healthy body bears a healthy mind". In this polluted world, it is the need of the hour to remain healthy through natural methods like yoga. Hence, all the primary teachers attended the 3-day workshop early in the morning enthusiastically.
The session started with warm-up exercises of neck, shoulders, arms, chest, waist, stomach, thighs and knees. This was followed by demonstration of Surya Namaskar and Chakrasana Padmasana.
The following asanas were performed by the teachers under the guidance of the yoga instructor. They were: Yogi Sukshma Vyayama(simple exercises), Bajra- asana, Paschimottan-asana. Bhoo-namna-asana, Bhujang- asana, Ushtra-asana, Nauka- asana, Kaya- Palat-asana and Pranayam. The yoga session ended with meditation everyday. The benefits of various asanas were explained simultaneously namely good effects on digestive system, blood circulation, weight management, flexibility and mental-physical health in totality.
Some teachers were oriented to various exercises that could be followed regularly to avoid common problems like spondilitis, knee ache etc.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS WORKSHOP (14™ MARCH 2008) In this technically advanced era of computers, each person must bear the basic knowledge of operating MS-WORD at least. Hence, a workshop was conducted in the multimedia lab for the teachers to be equipped with the formatting features of MS-WORD. This would aid them to be independent in creating question papers and assignments.
Each teacher was given a sample question paper along with detailed instructions about how to create the paper in MS-WORD. The formatting of the paper covered the following features-changing font, font size, font style; setting page margins; giving page borders; text alignment; using tabs; inserting clip art; changing layout of clip art; spelling and grammar etc.
WORKSHOP ON HANDWRITING SKILLS (19"' MARCH 2008)
Handwriting is an important skill, which reflects our personality and presentation skills. A brief presentation was held for all the teachers at primary level so as to strengthen them with those skills. It emphasized on various psychological, physical and genetic factors responsible for handwriting.
A special mention of readiness for writing stressed on interplay of external and internal factors. Milestones in writing along with various activities and games were suggested to aid gross and fine motor development so as to'improve the handwriting of the children.
The workshop oriented the teachers to the fact that handwriting of a child can be moulded with conscious effort and reinforcement through play activities.
WORKSHOP ( 100% IN A TEACHER : CREATIVE EXPRESSION)
BY MR. DILIP SHANKAR (20th MARCH 2008)
Mr. Dilip Shankar, a line producer, director, actor, writer, singer as well as a resource person of various workshops conducted in eminent schools of Delhi, was invited to deliver a workshop to motivate the teachers to the utmost. His exposure and expertise in multidimensional fields of creative expression since 1992 was harnessed in the workshop.
An engrossing and engripping session started with meditation and relaxation exercise to be more expansive. The various points which were discussed through role play situations were: give for yourself, receive for the universe, attitude of gratitude and trust your instincts and intuition. All the above points would link directly to help in anger management and ego issues which are responsible for conflicts and low performance. The workshop oriented teachers towards giving their 100% to the school.
WORKSHOP ON STRESS REDUCTION THROUGH HYPNOSIS
(24th MARCH) The aim of the workshop was to relax the teachers, reduce their stress and anxiety and make them feel positive about the school environment. It boosted their energy and motivated them to give productive results.
The session started with deep breathing exercises. A soothing music was played in the background to calm and relax the senses. The group was taken to a deep state of relaxation through hypnosis and guided imagery. Later on, they were asked to picture a beam of white light which is like the rays of the sun, entering their body and slowly relaxing each cell, fibre, tissue and muscle.
Then the group was guided to form a protective shield around their body as if they were inside a huge bubble of white light.
The exercise further brought them into a deep state of relaxation, a deep state of hypnosis. In the end, they were asked to give themselves a positive affirmation which would sink in their subconscious mind and later help them in any stressful situation. The group felt calm and relaxed and enjoyed the state of peace and tranquility.
WORKSHOP ON CREATIVE DANCE ( 25th MARCH)
Body language is an important aspect of our personality and has a direct link with creative dance as it uses body movements, postures and utilization of space. This important aspect could be utilized by teachers with young children. Hence, a member of our dance faculty, disciple of Mr. Anand Shankar and Tanushree Shankar took a workshop on Creative Dance. The session began with some warm-up exercises and then various creative expressions were shown where each part of the body was involved. The utilization of space was associated with personality traits of people who could be more giving, expanding their horizon and think beyond a monotonous pattern.
Teachers enjoyed and learnt to shed their inhibitions through this workshop.
The workshops received an overwhelming response from the teachers and generated a positive
energy and vibe among them.
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