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Senior Girls Branch. Satellite Town
Newsletter September to December 2015
Message from Headmistress "Success is not final, failure is not fatal, it is the courage to continue that counts"
W. Churchil
Dear Parents, Alhumdollillah,
the first term of the
academic year 2015 has come to an t<-~~...F!it:'.lll end,bringing laurels for the Branch. It is with great honour that I am sharing with you that BSTR-Gis considered as one of the best branches
of the
. Northern Region in terms of providing support to the students, their behaviour management and staff involvement. As you all are aware that an external evaluation team visited our branch in the last week of November 2015. It was not possible without the efforts of my team and the flawless behaviour of my students that we have emerged as the best branch in Northern Region. I am really proud of my team and students. Maximum students achievements and success would be attainable only through your consistent support and encouragement. "Whenever
you
want
to
achieve
something , keep your eyes open, concentrate and make sure you know exactly what it is you want. No one can hit their target with their eyes closed" Paulo Coelho
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Mrs. Samina Imran
Result 2015
BSTRG rocks again by consistent performance GPA in Matric and 4.23 GPA in O-Levels.
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Achievements in Sports Stud their diffe
In Intra-Regional competitions BSTR-Ghas made records by winning 2nd Twin City Swimming Championship 2015 which was held at Pakistan Sports Board. In free style under 22 category Romaisa Ahmad got 2nd position. She also got 3rd position in Back stroke and 3rd position in relay. Zainab Omar got two medals in free style and back style in under 16 category. Linta Sohail, Eman Arshad and SavazMirgot 3rd position in Relay. We are honored to announce that our student Romaisa Ahmed was selected for upcoming National Swimming Championship and Futsall championship 2015-2016 Thailand. Washma Ejaz from IX M was selected for Inter regional Cricket Tournament held in Lahore.
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Winner of NTS Junior TOFEL Test NTS TOEFL has envisaged a scholarship program in which 40 students from throughout Pakistan participated. BSTR-G is proud to announce that Hafsa Ihsan of 9-( won this scholarship.
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Back to School Party Whole school celebrated the " Back to school party" after enjoying summer vacations. A singing competition was held among all the classes. Zainab Nasir from Grade 6 and "Cup Song" performed by th students of grade 8 stole the show. The whole school participated in catwalk and at the end all teachers of the campus were the show stoppers of the event.
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Orientation 'on session was conducted for grade 6. Explanation o parents in understanding ~-e.tr,.....c-eod .
Celebrations of Defence Day Gaiety and patriotic
fervour marked Defence Day
celebrations of Pakistan India War 1965 in BSTRG . The faculty and students from the all classes gathered in the school ground to celebrate and chant in unison rhythm of unity, anthem of love and purity for their beloved
homeland.
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were
about
each subject by all teachers
provided
the curriculum and upcoming challenges to be faced by their wards for the
honoured
to have
Celebrations of Teacher's Day The day prominent fresh
was dedicated
roses
performed
to teachers,
role in their students'lives. to
their
a song
teachers.
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Students gave school
on Teacher's Day followed
choir by the
cake cutting ceremony by the teachers. A group photo
retired Col Adeel Riaz as our chief guest, who served
of whole school with the teachers was also taken in the
valiantly in Pakistan army for 35 years. Students paid
school ground.
tribute to the martyrs of 1965 war.
At the end chief
guest addressed the students and motivated them to excel in every field of life. Students also shared presentations and 1965war
.
research
work
their
on martyrs of
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On October ,2015 Dr Ayesha Minhas, a renowned psychiatrist currently serving in Benazir Bhutto Hospital visited BSRT-G. The purpose of her visit was to enlighten parents about parenting skills. It was an interactive session and parents came up with many queries and ambiguities regarding their parenting skills. Shl dealt with all questions patiently. Parents gave positive feedback and heartfelt comments regarding the sessiol
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A special assembly was conducted in BSTR-G. School choir sang' Har Lehza hay Momin ki Nai Aan nai Aan t Shan' immaculately. Senior students recited some verses from Allama Iqbal's poetry. Mrs Zaidi ,a very seasor teacher enlightened students with the importance of reading Iqbal's kalam and poetry. At the end all teach shared and recited theirfavorite verses from Iqbal's poetry. ~.
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,---------------------------------------------4~ Election Campaign and Results 2015
In order to make the pupils understand the importance of casting votes and democracy, they were invited to apF for the position of Head Girl and Deputy Head Girl for session 2015- 2016. A number of pupils wrote letters application to the school administration who, with the help of staff, shortlisted 4 pupils to stand for election. These pupils then ran an election campaign placing posters around school and delivering speeches in school assembli about why they would be the best candidate for the job. All the candidates made us proud. Maira s ed was elected as a Head Girl and Sana Qa um was elected as De u Head Girl.
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Energy Conservation Day World Energy Conservation Day was celebrated in BSTR-G. Students were engaged in different activities.The celebrations of this day were marked by Poster making competition and skits highlighting importance of saving energy resources. Students showcased their working models to show that how through different economical methods more energy can be produced. Students also made slogans and beautiful badges to distribute amongst their peers. Some senior students gave thought provoking presentations and shared ·nformation regarding the purpose and .rnportcnce oj this doy .
Investiture Ceremony at BSTR-G --:: ...•..•.. -..: ceremony of BSTR-G was held in November. The chief guest of the ceremony was Academic akhshanda Asad .Student council was formally presented with badges by Mrs Rukhshanda ·a ing ceremony. The Head Girl, Deputy Head Girl, Club Presidents and Coordinators borating all their duties and objectives for the upcoming year.
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BSTR-G took initiative of
classes in the com pus. The
robust classes has put everyone on live track
to follow-up their studies with fresh and active minds.
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NTS Essay Writing Competition Stl the dif
Beaconhouse always motivates its students to participate in competitions held at both national and internationc levels. Keeping in mind the same objective, students of BSTR-G participated in NTS Essay writing competition th October. Their efforts were highly appreciated and they were given souvenirs for their participation.
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40th Birthday Celebrations of BSS On November 4,2015 BSTR-Gcelebrated BSS's 40th birthday. In a special assembly, Headmistress Mrs Samina Imr shared the contributions Beaconhouse School System has made in various fields. One of the alumni of BSTR-Gfrom batch of 2000, Miss Mariam Rafique was invited to share her memorable experiences of her student life at BSTR campus. A special video message of Mrs Nasreen Kasuri, Chairperson of BSS, was also shown to students and all st members. At the end the whole school gathered in ground to pay a special homage to their esteemed organization making a figure of 40 while standing. The celebrations ended with the traditional cake-cutting ceremony. After special assembly, the teachers distributed goody bags and candies to all the students.
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Celebration of Peace Day The whole school celebrated the Peace Day. Knowledgeable and meaningful presentations in Urdu / English were staged. Peace Day programme was marked by peace songs and skits highlighting the importance of peace. Students delivered speeches and recited heart felt poems.
STR-G Soaks in Dignity Day Celebrations °
es were carried out at BSTR-G related to Dignity Day celebrations. The thrilling dramatic .0 dents of Grade 6-8 level amazed the audience. The enactment of the adaptation of 'A ggering. The students acted in their self-written stories which were made into movies and e multimedia. Grade XI-C staged presentations highlighting different issues inherent in red the UN wall and wrote thought provoking messages related to dignity principles alues. °
'IStudents' Participation in IKLC Test The students of all levels participated with great zeal in an international competition held for the second time in Pakistan for English Linguistic development. The pupils were given booklets to answer the given questions through their knowledge and understanding. The tests were sealed and sent to back with in the given time bracket to authorities for checking.
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Inter School Maths Olympiad The students participated in Inter School Maths Olympiad organized by Pak Turk School. Students from grade 6 participated enthusiastically and received certificates at the end.
Clubs & Societies BSTR-G has taken an initiative to polish the pupils skills and talents in different areas of interest. The pupils of classes VI to VIII were given an option of selecting their own club and society introduced by the school such as: Music; English/Urdu literary Club; Cookery Club; Stitchery Club and Gardening Club. The pupils had excitedly opted clubs according to their interests and thoroughly enjoyed different activities being held under each club.
A delegate of students from BSTR-G went to BMI to attend a seminar on ClE. Michael Sullivan, ClE representative in Pakistan conducted a session with students and enlightened them about policies of ClE. Executive Director of BSS applauded students' achievements world over and talked about the strong bond between BSS & ClE.
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Teachers" Training Programmes BSTRG strongly
believes in giving trainings
and support to their teachers to develop
higher competency level
among their staff .
DRP: Developing reflective practitioners programme primarily focused on improving teaching methodologies of teachers.
CIE Diploma in Teaching and learning: This course is designed
to help BSS teachers to develop their professional teaching and practice.
It also focuses
on integration of new approaches in one's own teaching practices.
Induction Course: Newly
inducted
staff was given training
in order to be acquainted with BSS policies and system. It helped the
new staff in better understanding of lesson planning and learners' profile.
Clinical Supervision Model in Education: The use of clinical
supervision
have been piloted
in our branch as well. This will surely enhance teachers'
as a method of improving instructions in class has been introduced in BSS recently and performance serving both as a mirror and
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sounding board and will enable the teachers to critically examine and develop their professional practices.
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Girls" Eve "An enthralling Girls' Eve"
entertained the students and teachers alike. The day was embraced with a special
festivity of meeting oldies and Alumnis of BSTR-G. Party was organized students
mesmerized their audience
and
girls happily
and accessories.
Muqabla-e-Baitbazi "Muqabla-e of grade 6,
Baitbazi
was held in BSTR-G .Students
II
7 and 8 participated
purpose was to highlight hidden Allama
in Iqbal's Iqbal
poetry
was
prepared and turned immaculate one.
with vigour. The
and impart the for youth.
given, the
student council. All
with their innovative performances on melodious songs ,parodies and
plays. The Alumnis shared their experiences colourful apparels,
by the newly elected
message
A tribute
students competition
were into
to fully an
participated
role-
in the day's activities by displaying
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Recycling Week at BSTR-G Students were engaged their
projects while
in different activities at BSTR-G to highlight
using recycled material.
importance
of recycling.
Students showcased
Students came up with innovative and creative ideas
to show,
how
different materials can be recycled and used to make useful products for daily use.
Voice Over COlDpetition The pupils of Class VII enthusiastically branches of Rawalpindi
and
participated
Islamabad.
in this competition.
The audition
The competition
was held among
9 BSS
was taken by all students and after a tough competition
few were selected according to the given criteria. The competition was interesting as well as challenging. voices were to be recorded on the provided movie clip within the given time.
Students attended awareness session on UN Values On the occasion of 70th anniversary of UN, awareness sessions was held on youth empowerment, values of UN and child labour for studentsat UNIC
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Students' Participation in Spelling Bee COlDpetition
Delegate of studentsfrom BSTR-Gparticipated in Dawn Spelling Bee competition with zeal. The participants played well and were appreciated for their effort to present their school on a national forum.
office. Delegate from BSTR- G
attended
session with
great
zest and participated in different learning sessions.
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