ACADEMIC

SCHOLARSHIP

Heartiest congratulations to the three students who received scholarship cheques from The Principal and Vice

Principal of DPS STS School on the basis of their outstanding IGCSE results which were 7 A stars and above. The three

students are:

1. MD.WASEE-UL HOQUE 2 .SIFAT BIN QUADERY 3. SANDIP KOLLOL DHRUBA

OUTSTANDING CAMBRIDGE LEARNER AWARD CEREMONY

Students from DPS STS School who have performed exceptionally in the IGCSE Board were awarded for their excellent results at the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award Ceremony hosted at the Amari Hotel. Md Wasee Ul Hoque prevailed with highest marks in Business Studies, Accounting, Physics and English Language II. He also attained First Place position in the Best Across Eight Cambridge IGCSEs – June 2014. Orgho Aronyo Neogi also attained highest in the country in Economics, Computer Studies and Add Maths. Alavi Wahid Zaman received highest in English I and Sifat Bin Quadery attained highest in Mathematics. CAMBRIDGE AWARD CEREMONY

On Thursday, 27th November 2014, Cambridge International Examination along with British Council had organised an Award Ceremony to honor the Outstanding students who completed their 10, 11 and 12 Grades. The ceremony was held at Amari (Hotel) Dhaka at 4.00 pm. Eight students of DPS STS School Dhaka received awards for achieving highest marks in the country. Md Wasee Ul Hoque received the award for Best Across Eight Cambridge IGCSEs - June 2014 in Bangladesh. Ms. Madhu Wal, Vice Principal, Ms. Tarana Majid Ahmed, Students Concelor and HOD Commerce, Ms. Afrin Khan, A Level coordinator, and Mr. Mostafizur Rahman Mridha, Board Exam Coordinator were present at the Award Giving Ceremony AN OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT

Khandakar Shameel Murtaz (graduate of DPS STS School, A Level 2013-14 batch), has recently been accepted at The Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Dhaka University, which is the most prestigious and well reputed business school in the entire country. He was selected among the top 129 candidates out of more than 6000 candidates who had appeared for the highly competitive entrance examination. It is also a huge honour, being the first ever DPS STS School graduate; to become a part of this 47 year old highly esteemed business school.

FIRST TERM REPORT CARD OF PRE PRIMARY

The Pre Primary Section had their Report Card Distribution Day on the 22nd of November. It was held between 9.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m.in the respective classrooms. Parents came in to collect the report cards according to their schedule and were informed about the social and academic progress of their wards. Teachers discussed the strengths and weaknesses of each child in detail. The Pre K.G. children got to take home some of their work sheets along with the report cards. The soft boards in the classrooms and around the play area along with the corridors were decorated nicely with bright and colorful hand paintings and crafts done by the children. PTM FOR GRADES 11and 12

Grade 11 and 12 Parent Teachers Meeting was held at 2 pm-3 pm on 17 November 2014. The main objective was to distribute the report cards of cyclic test-1 and inform the parents about their academic performance. They also discussed about different steps to improve their child's performance. GRADES 10, 11 AND 12 BEGIN THEIR SCREENING EXAMS

Screening Exams for Grades 10, 11 and 12 will commence from Nov 29th. Students are expected to study well and perform to their best ability. SUBJECT SELECTION COUNSELING FOR GRADE 7

A session was held on the 25th of November on ‘Subject Selection.’ The students of Grade 7 were present for this session. Counselling was done by the Principal, Mr. Harsh Wal, on the appropriate subject and each student’s career choices. A session on ‘Taking up Commerce as a Stream of Study’ was conducted by Ms. Tarana Majid Ahmed, Students Counselor and Head of Commerce of DPS STS School. It was a great opportunity for the students to get to know about the various careers that they could have. The students also learned about the different combinations of subjects that they could take up for their Board Exams.

1ST TERMINAL EXAMS and GRADE 10 CYCLIC EXAMS

Students of DPS STS School appeared for their first term exams which commenced from 1st November until 12th November, 2014 and the Grade 10 students appeared for their Cyclic Exams which commenced from 7th November till 18th November. Report Cards for the First Term Exams were handed over to Parents along with exam scripts on the 22nd of November.

ENGLISH INTER HOUSE QUIZ

On Wednesday, 26th of November, the Inter House English Quiz Competition was held for Grades 7 and 8. The Quiz for Grades 5 and 6 was conducted the following day on the 27th of November.

The preliminary rounds for the selection per house were held in the individual English classes and the Final Round was held in the Auditorium where 2 winners from each of the houses from all four classes participated. Each of the Houses had 4 participants and a total of 16 students were up on stage.

Participants representing Individual Houses were:

TOPAZ – Tahsin Wasit Amio (7A), Sparsha Prakash (7D), Taskin Eera (8B), Maliha Hossain (8C), Aariyana Hossain (6B), Zaeed Ahmad (6A), Maheer Ashhab Naveem (5A) and Golam Abrar Shahriar (5B) SAPPHIRE – Syed Rafid Haider Chowdhury (7A), Sahla Nawar Ahmed (7C), Ilma Buraira (8B), Anika Tabassum Alam (8C), Md. Ahnaf Sikder (5C), Mahmudur Shibli (5A), Abu Yousuf Bitu (6A) and Sheikh Tasfia Hasan (6C) RUBY – Dihan Mashroor (7B), Tanzeem Ahmed (7A), Rashik Mahbub Shams (8A), Fariha Rifat Khan (8C), Khurshid Adyan Chowdhury (5B), Mahathir Mahbub (5A), Aleha Rushmia (6D) and Ritisha Shahriar (6C). Emerald – Noorjahan Abdullah (7B), Fiza Ahmed Sheikh (7C), Mysha Ibnat (8B),Ahnaf Aarub (8C), Zaima Chowdhury (5B), Noushafarin Reaz (5D), Ash Sami Alvi (6A) and Nusaiba Mahmud (6B). The competition was divided into 6 rounds consisting of spellings, synonyms, word meanings and English Literature etc.

FOR GRADE 5 – 6: Topaz House were Champions with 105 points Emerald and Ruby were the 1st Runners Up with 85 points Sapphire was 2nd runners up with 75 points

FOR GRADES 7-8 Emerald House was in 1st place with 145 points Topaz House was in 2nd Place with 135 points Ruby House was in 3rd Place with 120 points Sapphire House was in 4th Place with 100 points.

MEETINGS AND WORKSHOPS SESSION ON ‘APPLICATION PROCESS TO FOREIGN UNIVERSITIES’

On 16th November, a session was conducted with Ms Marium Hamid, an Intern at ISD Dhaka. The session was targeted for the students of Grades 10, 11 and 12. The session was a great opportunity for the board examinees, since it was packed with a lot of information on the application process to various countries, on Essay Writing, IELTS and SATs and the ways of getting Financial Scholarships from the Universities of the UK, the USA and Canada. The session on ‘Application Process to Foreign Universities’ was organized in the Main Hall of DPS STS School by Ms. Tarana Majid Ahmed, Students Counselor and Head of Commerce. It is firmly believed that this has been of substantial help for the students.

PARENT TEACHER MEETINGS FOR GRADES 1- 12 PTM for Grade 10 was held on 12th November and PTM for Grades 11 and 12 was held on the 17th of November. PTM for Grades 1- 9 was held on the 22nd of November where parents were issued report cards along with exam scripts. YOUTH LEADERSHIP SEMINAR

On November 27th, members from the Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center visited DPS STS School where they met with the students of Grades 11 and 12. They introduced themselves and informed about their activities. Currently, BYLC recruits 3 types of students for their volunteer programs. Bengali Medium, English Medium and Madrasa Medium students work side by side and help the under privileged. Their workshops consist of Presentations, Projects and Field Work. All the questions were answered by Saifur Rahman (Assistant Project Coordinator) of the Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center. SHADOWING PROGRAMME AT ISD

The day long shadowing program was arranged on 20th November, at ISD and attended by twelve teachers from Pre-Primary and Primary section of our school. The aim was to learn about their teaching methods and practices by observing their activities for the whole day. The daylong programme included---sessions with the head of Pre Primary section Ms. Sandra Rosentreter and Deputy Head of Primary Ms. Farhana Bari; a tour around the school premise; brief information about the facilities and the practices of ISD; observation of the class activities; a break for tea; lunch at their cafeteria and last but not least --a reflection session. Our teachers could compare the different teaching methods and also gain ample relevant ideas from them for future application. The Shadowing Programme was surely successful and the credit goes to both ISD and DPS STS school authorities; teachers and everyone involved. An initiative of this stature is undoubtedly praiseworthy and helpful. THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH PROGRAMME

Participants and Award Leaders met on the 26th of November in order to review their progress in terms of the Bronze Award. TRAININGS

Professional Development Program of the Cambridge University was held on the 17th and 18th of October 2014. The stage 2 training for the AS and A2 level Economics course held at the Chittagong Grammar School, Gulshan was attended by Mr. Saqueeb Hossain and Shegufta H. Khan from the Commerce Department. The two day training program was conducted by the Chief Examiner for AS Level Economics Mr. Terry Cook. Information regarding changes in the syllabus, question pattern, and teaching techniques were highlighted during the Session. Clarification for various queries regarding teaching specifications was provided by the Chief Examiner. Ms. Mahmuda Moly (Chess Teacher) participated in a Fide Trainers’ Seminar organized by NEW DELHI Chess Association under the auspices of All India Chess Federation, Asian Chess Federation, Fide Trainers Commission and World Chess Federation on 12th -14th Nov’14. The lecturer was Grand Master Dejan Bojkov from Bulgaria.

She also attended Chess Trainer's Seminar and Exam in Delhi, organized by World Chess Federation (FIDE), Asian Chess Federation and All India Chess Federation and became a "National Chess Instructor". Ms. Tanzeela Amin Aureen (Teacher) attended the workshop on ‘Inquiry as a Learning and Teaching Strategy’ on Saturday, 29th November 2014 at the Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre, Bashundhara.

OTHER ACTIVITIES FIRE DRILL CONDUCTED IN SCHOOL AREA ON 27TH NOVEMBER

On Thursday, 27th November, a fire drill was conducted within the School compounds from 9:45 – 10:00 am. Students from all classes were escorted by the designated teachers and all assembled at the Basketball Court. The entire building was evacuated in six minutes. Guards were on duty along with Admin personnel in Fire Safety Uniforms and Extinguishers. After the Drill was over, students were escorted back to their classes for continuation of classes. CO CURRICULAR FIELD TRIP TO TAKA MUSEUM GRADE-1-3

The students of Grades 1-3 went on a field trip to the Taka Museum. Students thoroughly enjoyed the outing and were able to extract a lot of information about the history, the variations and the designs of currency in the South Eastern Region of Asia. Students were enchanted by the different colors of the previous currencies and participated in drawing and coloring activities.

STUDY TOUR TO FAMILY NEEDS

On 24th November, Grade 1 students of DPS STS School went for a study tour to Family Needs where they were introduced with lessons on Food in Social Studies. Students learned about the various kinds of food items in the shop along with their effectiveness and their nutritional value content. SOLO WESTERN MUSIC COMPETITION:

On the 27th of November, 2014 DPS School hosted a Solo Western Music Competition for Grades 5-12. Students performed delightful numbers and the victorious ones from Grades 5-7 were:

1. Maisha Hossain (7A - Emerald ) in 1st Place 2. Samanzar Sayed (7B - Topaz) in 2nd Place 3. Aariyana Hossain (6B - Topaz) in 3rd Place

Among the students from Grades 8-12, the victors were: 1. Urbana Shouqat (9B – Emerald) in 1st place 2. Subaita Binte Sharif (8A – Topaz) in 2nd Place 3. Raisa Jamali (9B – Emerald) in 3rd Place

NOBANNO UTSHOB/HARVEST FESTIVAL

On the 23rd of November, there was a Special Assembly where students from Grades 1-9 celebrated the Harvest Festival. The celebration commenced with the recitation and its translation of the Surah Fatiha. Students from Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6 sang meaningful harvest songs elaborating the significance of harvesting celebrations which are inherent in Bengali culture and wonderful dances were performed by students from Grades 1- 9. Finally the students of Grades 4, 5 and 7 recited lovely poems that reflected the preparations of rural desserts and cakes prepared for the occasion to bring in the harvest. The Special Assembly concluded with the National Anthem. PRE PRIMARY ACTIVITIES

PLAYGROUP – PRIMARY COLOURS

The little learners of Playgroup learnt about primary colours. “Colour themes” filled with fun activities and events where the young ones enjoyed thoroughly. They played with blue foam and yellow water in the play area, wearing outfits according to the colour theme of the respective week, while participating in life-skill based activities. The red coloured theme focused on making apple salad while also contributing to crafting items on themes of Triangle and Squares. NURSERY – COMPLEX COLOURS

The curious minds of Nursery participated in several creative activities in November. Children worked in compliance with the theme “Different shades and mixing colours". Children were not only taught about the variance of colors but also learnt about mixing colors to produce another. They were transfixed as the new colors emerged after the mixing was concluded. In adorable aprons, the children performed free hand painting in the outdoor play area of the School. The following week, the Nursery children participated in a Group Project Work on Bubble Print and learned about the seven Rainbow colors which they later incorporated and made a huge rainbow in Sponge print.

Heartiest congratulations to Ms. Rezia Parvin – H. R Officer and Assistant to Principal, who was blessed with a baby boy on 25th Novemeber. Heartiest congratulations to Ms. Raihana, Chemistry Lab Assistant on the birth of her baby boy!

KG – COOKING ACTIVITY AND MEDITATION

DPS STS School KG Class had their cooking activity on November 29th. The children of KG recently read a book named ‘Magic Porridge Pot’ in the class. They also watched a cartoon and got very curious about Porridge. Furthermore, they were shown pictures of grains, wheat, and oats from the computer. For their better understanding, teachers took them to the cafeteria and showed them how to cook porridge. After cooking, they shared the porridge amongst their friends. Teachers also enlightened them about the benefits of eating oats and the recipe in details and encouraged them to have it for breakfast. The children of KG were also introduced to the idea of meditation in order to control hyper-activity in the class with the aim to help balance the whole system by supporting emotional development and giving rest to the mind so that the children are not overwhelmed by their strong feelings. Benefits of meditation are that it allows children to return to their natural rhythm and helps them cope with the emotions of frustration and fear. PRE PRIMARY CHILDREN’S DAY CELEBRATION, 2014

Children’s Day Special Assembly was held for Grades 1-5 on Thursday, November 20th. The assembly commenced with the recitation of Surah Fatiha. A short speech on the significance of Children’s Day followed. The students of Grades 3, 4 and 5 then presented the song, “Let the children have a world.” The students of Grades 1and 2 then presented a song in Bangla, ‘Amra notun.’ A beautiful dance by the students of Grade 1 and 2 followed and the assembly ended with the singing of the National Anthem. FELICITATIONS! SPORTS

DPS STS INTER SCHOOL CHESS TOURNAMENT

The DPS STS Inter School Chess Tournament was held on the 28th November (Friday) and 29th November (Saturday) at DPS STS School in Uttara, Dhaka in which 15 schools participated. The event was held in 5 categories:

CATEGORY 1 – Combined (Boys and Girls) KG – Class 2 Safin Yasir (Grade 2A – Emerald) Unbeaten Champion CATEGORY 2 – Boys (Grades 3-4) Rameen Ahmed (Grade 4D-Topaz) Unbeaten Champion Zaeef Chowdhury (Grade 3B-Topaz) Runners up CATEGORY 3 – Boys (Grades 5-10) Nova Tasha (Grade 6A-Ruby) – Unbeaten Champion CATEGORY 4 – Girls (Grades 3-4) Musfica Zannat Sawri (Oasis Children’s Home) – Unbeaten Champion CATEGORY 5 – Girls (Grades 5-10) Raida Atandrila (Grade 6A-Ruby) – Unbeaten Champion Towards the end of the contest, Grand Master Mr. Reefat Bin Sattar played simultaneously with the 15 prize winners of the Event. The championship was organized by DPS STS Department of Physical Education and the prizes were distributed by Chief Guest Grand Master Mr. Reefat Bin Sattar. Vice Principal of DPS STSSchool, Ms. Madhu Wal handed over a memento to the Grandmaster and thanked him for his presence. There are 5 Grand Masters in our country and Reefat Bin Sattar is one of them. He has won the Bangladesh Chess Championship in 2006 and 2007 and is the third Grandmaster of Bangladesh. He has represented Bangladesh in ten Chess Olympiads, from 1994 to 2012. 7TEEN FUTSAL INTER SCHOOL FOOTBALL CUP 2014

On the 21st and 22nd November, Boys from Grades 11 and 12 were taken to the National Handball Stadium in Dhaka to participate in the 7Teen Futsal Inter School Football Cup 2014. 21 Schools from the Dhaka region participated in this tournament and DPS STS School played 6 Matches out of which there were two Victories. One match was with Mastermind International School and the other was with AISD (American International School Dhaka)

TURKISH HOPE INTER SCHOOL FOOTBALL FESTIVAL -2014-15

On the 20th of November, Boys from Grades 5-8 participated in the Turkish Hope Inter School Football Festival. Six Respective Schools from the Dhaka region participated in this festival and DPS STS School emerged as the Under 12 Champions with a magnificent total of 2-1 against Turkish Hope International School. THE PLEDGE HARBOR SPORTS ACADEMY: JUNIOR CRICKET PLAY DAY 2014

On the 14th of November, Boys from Grades 4, 5 and 6 (28 students) participated in the Pledge Harbor Junior Cricket Play Day along with 14 other schools from the Dhaka Region at the Pledge Harbor Sports Academy in Gazipur. There were three teams from DPS STS School and the Under 14 Team became the Champions with 4 mind blowing victories from 5 games. The Under 13 Team played 4 games and secured only 1 victory and the Under 12 Team also played 4 games out of which 2 were won. Students were thrilled to be there as they mingled with other students from other schools. After a delicious luncheon, students dipped in the pool and happily returned to School. ASIAN YOUTH CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP-2014

Our heartfelt condolences to the Senior Librarian, Mr. Saidur Rahman, on the sad demise of his mother.

Nova Tasha student of Grade 6A from DPS STS School, Dhaka participated in the Asian Youth Chess Championship-2014 which started from 6th November till 14th November 2014 in New Delhi, India under the category of Open Chess Competition (under 14 boys). Total 110 participants from 16 countries participated in this Event. He achieved 27th place among the 110 participants. INTERNATIONAL ABACUS COMPETITION IN KUALA LUMPUR

Sparsha Prakash (Class 7D, Topaz) has won the championship at 14th International Abacus Competition at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in Advance 2 category.

CONDOLENCES

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