BEYOND CLASSROOM WALLS

DSE is a beautiful place to learn. It provides the Deesians with the skills and experience they need to fulfill their potential. It is a place where they are given the support to create original work.
Well, hands- on learning takes place in a Work Experience session. Students can choose from a range of activities such as Krafty Kids, Master Chef, Fun with Fabric, Pottery, Photography, Fun Fab, Green Fingers, Decoupage and Let’s Follow Edison. The mentors guide them in a step by step approach so as to ensure good learning. The outcome can be seen in the form of the products they formulate at the end of each session.
DSE is a hive of Creativity and Research. Take a look at the snapshots of these activities and events.

1. POTTERY – A STEP BY STEP LOOK
The students not only get to explore their creativity, but learn to give shape to their imagination.
The innovators of this club make different types of models which depict the urban and rural life styles. Apart from this, they bring out a festive look in the school premises on the days of festivals.

2. TEXTILE DESIGNING – UNLEASHING ORIGINALITY
Textile design is essentially the process of creating designs for woven, knitted or printed fabrics or surface ornamented fabrics. As students learn textile design principles through classroom, they begin to practically apply their knowledge. The main objective of this club is to discover the creativity of the students. Young designers of the school learn Block Printing, Batik, Tie -Dyeing, Shading etc.

3. MASTER CHEF –  A DELIGHTFUL TREAT
The little chefs are taught about the major components of a balanced diet and how ingredients can be combined to prepare healthy meals. They are also taught basic cooking techniques of a variety of savoury and sweet dishes.

4. KRAFTY  KIDS – A NEW HORIZON
The aim of this club is to allow the children to experience and enjoy all aspects of art & design e.g. painting, paper mache, collage, clay work and 3-D modelling. Children are encouraged to express themselves and be creative.

5. PHOTOGRAPHY – CAPTURING THROUGH LENS
Our inquisitive Deesiens satisfy their passion for creativity by capturing precious moments through the lens of a camera in the photography club. They learn all aspects of achieving the perfect shot effortlessly. The concepts taught are all about the varieties of lenses, angles, lighting and techniques involved in photography.
The young photographers are taken out to various locations to broaden their perspective and boost their exposure to different aspects of photography.

6. FUN FAB – OLD CHANGETH TO NEW
Making  useful, and decorative items from the waste articles and throw outs is what ‘Fun Fab’ boasts of. It is an unfailing project to enhance creativity and  learn how to use waste as a resource.

7. GREEN FINGERS – LIVE & LET LIVE IN GREEN
To create awareness among the students about the crucial role of the trees and plants played in our lives is the aim of this club. Students work relentlessly to create a pollution free environment in the school premises. While working for the club, they also understand that the plants are essential producers on Earth for harmonious living as they give out vital oxygen.

8. DECOUPAGE – CRAFT MEEE!
Decoupage is the art of decorating an object by gluing coloured paper cut-outs, combining special paint effects, silver or gold leafs onto a flat base and then varnished. Students who are creative do not wait to think as it involves lot of fun. Learning how to decoupage opens up a variety of crafting possibilities.

9. LET’S FOLLOW EDISON – LIGHTING UP LIVES
Students get involved in electrifying experiences by trying their hands on wires, batteries, bulbs, making circuits, torches, setting up mike systems, rectifying tube lights etc. They also get drawn in to achieve the output. These activities help them to solve with minute electrical problems and also paves the way to become innovative.

FACILITATING TO REACH DEESIANS’ DREAM OF THE FUTURE

Under the canopy of the school motto ‘KNOWLEDGE IS POWER’, the institution not only enables students to compete with others for a place in professional outlets, but also imbue them with social awareness, pride in their rich cultural heritage and a sense of responsibility towards the nation. For this, the school has set up a choice of clubs at various levels which pave a way to stay energetic, develop creativity, and gain new skills. Each club is organized by staff volunteers that advise students and lend a helping hand.

1. SAS ( Serious About Science)- A Way of Life – Grade III
Children have atendency to make things, break things and handle things on their own but the conventional system of education does not allow them to do so. Self-expression, independent research, constructive activities, etc., are some of the opportunities provided by SAS. The Science club channelizes the innovative energy of students and makes use of their skills and talents, which satisfy their instincts and helps in their overall personality development. It also constructs space for students to explore their talents. That is what DSE believes in.

2. Personality Development- The Need of the Hour – Grade IV
Education is a continuous process which aims to prepare every individual to play his/her role as an enlightened member of the society. Skills like problem solving, logical thinking, leadership and communication are highly essential for every individual today and it is also necessary to know how to be emotionally balanced. These key areas are focused by the Personality Development sessions at DSE.

3. Literary Club – Makes Words Alive – Grade V
The Club aims to develop analytical and creative thinking. It helps ignite their imagination and endow them to be creative in the field of public speaking and writing. Students develop interest in reading, writing and enjoy taking part in debates and quizzes.

4. Math Club – Living amid Numbers –  Grade VII
The main purpose is to promote interest and excitement about Mathematics in a friendly & collaborative environment. Students explore various topics in Mathematics. The club extends Mathematical knowledge and critical thinking skills by practicing mental ability problems during our weekly practices. These Math problems stimulate the mind and enhance our pattern recognition and logical reasoning capabilities! This club helps to foster a love for Mathematics.

5. Heritage Club- Reliving the Glorious Past – Grade VI & X
The main aim of this club is to inculcate a sense of appreciation towards the glorious heritage of not only the city of pearls- Hyderabad but also our country India. The club also makes the students aware of the historical value of monuments and buildings. It encourages the students to preserve, maintain and treasure the natural heritage sites and craft traditions of the country.

6. Health and Wellness Club – Eat Healthy Be Happy – Grade  IX
At DSE, students’ well-being is an important component of their success. This club aims to teach the students how to maintain personal and community hygiene.It also focuses on the overall well being comprising emotional, social and mental health of the students.Through physical education, the importance of personal hygiene and cleanliness is inculcated in the minds of the students.

7. Computer Club – Replica of Human Brain/ Need in today’s world – Grade VIII
Students are taught animation and basics of programming using Alice Animation Software. Alice is an innovative programming environment to support the creation of 3D animations. This project provides tools and materials for teaching and learning computational thinking, problem solving, and computer programming across a spectrum of ages and grade level. The students enjoy making short stories at the same time learn the concepts of animation and Computer Programming Learning. Alice gives them the platform to explore their imagination and creativity.

ART- TALENTS’ TREAT

Thinking creatively with an open mind, observing and describing, analyzing and interpreting, expressing feelings, with or without words are clearly seen in Art classes. DSE always believes in opening the children’s eyes to a new and exciting world and that is the reason art and craft classes execute simple and creative activities which are the building blocks of child development.

These students participate in the school events, competitions and exhibitions with confidence and assurance.

PERFORMING ARTS – Connecting with Mind, Heart and Body

Performing arts is a profound and important part of any child’s education and the skills learned and experience gained in dance ,music or art classes will affect and improve a child’s ability in many areas of their life.
The main objectives are . . .

• to experience and develop creativity, curiosity, interest and enjoyment.
• to explore through the processes of visual and performing arts.
• to acquire and develop skills needed for the creation of visual and performing art work.
• to reflect on, appreciate and evaluate their work.
• to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a variety of styles in art, dance and music.

DANCE – SHIFTING MOSIACS

A dance floor is an arena where a group of students share a common passion for dance. A child’s self-esteem is enhanced with dancing. Accomplishing the different positions of steps create a sense of self-worth for a child. Being able to create moves with the music is a very satisfying event for a young dancer.

MUSIC – SONGS FOR SMILES

Exposure to singing and music allows children to easily access emotions as songs hold different feelings. At DSE, Instrumental Music plays a vital role and different styles of music do not take a back seat. The School feels proud to compose a magnificent School song and the students are also well trained to play the National Anthem which reverberates in the morning assembly every day.

“Every day of your life is another lesson. If you learn the lesson well and apply it; whether positive or negative, you determine what happens in your tomorrow.”                                                                                                         ― David Kofi Awusi

Our education system, as is prevalent today, is rather asymmetrical. It lays optimal focus on the acquisition of knowledge even at the expense of attitudes and values. Knowledge in itself has little value unless it is put to use. We need today, among other things, life skills in a big way rather than memorization of information.
Life skills are skills, strengths and capabilities that help individuals face problems of everyday life with a positive attitude and go about with their routine tasks effectively.
At DSE, we follow the Ten core Life Skills as laid down by the CBSE. They are:

1. Self-awareness
2. Empathy
3. Critical thinking
4. Creative thinking
5. Decision making
6. Problem Solving
7. Effective communication
8. Interpersonal relationship
9. Coping with stress
10. Managing emotions

Different methods of teaching are adopted to enhance Life Skills in students.
Each month a particular skill is imparted. Different techniques like class discussions,demonstration and guided practice,role plays ,audio and visual activities, educational games and simulations, case studies, storytelling, debates, etc are executed systematically and effectively.
Students are given a worksheet as a follow up towards the end of every skill that has been taught with interesting activities.

“A healthy mind in a healthy body”. Keeping this in mind, the school promotes and encourages a number of sports activities. Every Wednesday, a period is allotted to the sports activity. Students may opt for any activity from a given list.

• Basket Ball
• Skating
• Chess
• Table Tennis
• Karate
• Yoga
• Zumba

Basketball is conducted as an after- school activity.

In the capable hands of our expert coaches, these physical cultures bring about in students the invaluable competitive spirit, team work and those rare lessons in life that can only be experienced. With respect to this, students are encouraged to participate in the Inter School Competitions in the twin cities.
We are proud to express that DSE will be hosting its first Annual Sports Day in December and Deesians are gearing up for the same. Moreover, the school will be participating in the CBSE Cluster Meet for the first time.

1. Roller Skating is recognized among the best overall aerobic exercises, involving all the body’s muscles, including the heart. It is equivalent to jogging in terms of health benefits, calorie burning and reduction of body fat and leg strength development. Just one hour of moderate roller skating burns 330 calories for a 143-pound person. If that same person roller skates vigorously, he or she will burn up to 590 calories in an hour.

2. Dodging and dribbling; stretching and shooting! Growing stronger, sharper and smarter – playing Basketball.

3. Karate is a martial art that originates from Korea. It combines combat techniques, self-defense, sport, exercise, and in some cases meditation and philosophy.

4. DSE offers Table Tennis as one of the activities. Play is fast and demands quick reactions. This sport provides good physical exercise and hones the reflexes of students.

5. Chess as an activity is very popular with the DSE students. It helps them relax yet at the same time, sharpens their thinking skills and helps them with their strategy.

6. Zumba

7. Yoga