Workshops
We Develop new skills and global perspectives with unique workshops
Staying ahead of the curve through STEM
Under the visionary leadership of Honourable Chairperson Dr. (Mrs.) Amita Chauhan, Amitabha girls are being empowered with opportunities to gain experience, learn, grow, and thrive through education. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) classes began on 8th October '2024 at both Amitasha Noida and Amitasha Gurugram for students from Classes VI to XII. These sessions offer an excellent platform for girls to explore technology and innovation, enhancing their skills and future career prospects.
Second Workshop on Digital Literacy Conducted successfully for Amitasha girls
Amitasha Foundation periodically collaborates with volunteer organizations sharing the same vision of uplifting the less privileged. On July 6, 2024, a team of 10 volunteers from PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) conducted a computer workshop for middle and senior students of Amitasha Foundation at Amity International School, Gurugram, Sector 46. Held in the school's computer lab, the workshop introduced students to Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. They learned to enter and manage data in Excel and create presentations in PowerPoint. The students engaged enthusiastically, enjoying the hands-on experience and actively participating in the sessions. The workshop successfully equipped them with valuable digital skills, fostering their confidence and proficiency in using computers. Dr. (Mrs.) Amita Chauhan thanked the PwC team for their efforts.
Computer Workshop for Enhancing Digital Skills at Amitasha
Aimed at enhancing digital skills among our students, Amitasha Foundation organized a highly successful computer workshop with Pricewaterhouse Coopers(PwC) in May 2024. This initiative provided an excellent opportunity for participants to gain valuable knowledge and hands-on experience with various technological tools and applications. The workshop started with ice breaking activities that were a great warm up before the hands on session. By engaging in practical exercises and interactive sessions, the students were able to develop a strong foundation in digital literacy, which is crucial for navigating the increasingly tech-driven world. This workshop not only empowered them with essential skills but also boosted their confidence, preparing them to excel in future academic and professional endeavors.
REPORT: TEACHER ENRICHMENT WORKSHOP AT AMITASHA
Under the aegis of the Honourable Dr. (Mrs) Amita Chauhan, Chairperson, Amity Group of Schools, a three-day workshop for the 24 primary teachers of Amitasha was held from 21-24 May 2024 by ACERT (Amity Centre for Educational Research and Training). Respected Ms. Sapna Chauhan, Chairperson of Amiown and ACERT, meticulously planned the schedule to help teachers further develop their pedagogical abilities. The training is divided into different sessions, with the first session taking place in May and the second commencing in July.
The objective of the programme undertaken in May was to motivate and invest the educators develop their skills on various aspects of teaching the underprivileged girls of the school. These included various activities related to educational games that form an integral part of the curriculum and student-teacher interaction in view of their unique identities. The discussions and activities held reinforced the importance of empathy in mentoring, and their positive impact on student engagement and learning outcomes. The key takeaways at the conclusion of the first round of workshop were self -awareness, empathy, reflective practice and mindfulness to build a more inclusive and supportive learning environment. Expressing her satisfaction at the conclusion of the first round of the workshop, Honourable Chairperson affirmed, “ To empower and equip our underprivileged girl child in a fast changing and competitive world, it is crucial that we impart meaningful and practical education, which will not only add to the education of the family, but also lead to a holistic society and nation.”
Report on Music Therapy
Under the esteemed guidance of our Honorable Chairperson Dr. (Mrs.) Amita Chauhan Ma’am, Amitasha Foundation always strives to motivate girl students so that they are able to deal with all hurdles that come their way. Amitasha Gurugram branch sector-43, organized a unique form of engagement for underprivileged girls with regard to emotional and physical well-being using music therapy on 28th April 2023 for the students of Classes IV to X. The special guest speaker was Dr. Farah, a lead music therapist and trainer for Pre2doc, a platform that has been catering to empowering schools, community, and academic workforces since 2017 with life skills using music therapy.
She was accompanied by the patron of the training platform - Ms. Sabiha Husain, and also Dr. Shambhavi Das, who helped with the live musical performances for the students. The Principal of Amity International School Sector 43, Associate Director of Amitasha Foundation, along with the students of Amitasha and teachers welcomed the speakers with a token of love and gratitude. The workshop that Dr. Farah designed for the students empowered them with physical and emotional resilience using group music therapy techniques. Building resilience is the key life skill for students especially in today’s world and Dr. Farah used music effectively to help students understand how to bounce back from difficulties. Ms. Farah made students understand accessible healthy living, emphasizing the importance of music therapy. Through musical intervention, Dr. Farah and her group made the students understand how to increase focus, attention, memory, and communication, and achieve non-musical goals. Overall, the workshop was indeed very informative, interactive, and interesting for all the students and faculty members. It was a great initiative taken by our Chairperson Ma'am, Dr.(Mrs) Amita Chauhan,
Report on Prerna Diwas Week
Prerna Diwas is celebrated on 27th April to coincide with the birthday of our Honorable Chairperson Dr( Mrs. Amita Chauhan). We celebrate Earth Day Week every year, culminating in the birthday celebration of our Honorable Chairperson. From 25th-28th April, 2023 various activities were conducted across all branches of Amitasha to promote the conservation and protection of animals, with the message to save the ecosystem on earth. In addition to Earth Day activities, various workshops were conducted to motivate the students to lead a better life. A workshop on 'Inclusive Entrepreneurship' and Growth was held at Amity International School Noida, Sector -44 for classes V to XII.
The guest speaker was Mr. Sunil Kumar, who is a dual postgraduate with an MBA and an MA in Economics. He has been in the food industry for the last 26 years, with over 15 years of experience in organic-jaivik food. He has authored several articles on retail, food, environment, entrepreneurship, and co-authored books on economics for 12th and 11th classes. He has also been a part of Sikkim Organic Agency, NCUI, Cooperative Ministry, IIT Delhi Rutag mission, and spoken at many conferences and seminars. The workshop focused on how to take learnings from rural India, traditional India, and our heritage to become the next best entrepreneur, coupled with the tech revolution and support that the country is witnessing. Mr. Sunil Kumar spoke about several examples in India to inspire kids and how to become an entrepreneur. Another workshop was conducted at Amity International School Gurugram ,Sector 43 for Amitasha Gurugram girls on 28th ,April 2023 . Students from classes IV to X were part of the workshop, and the topic was 'Music Therapy'. The guest speaker was Dr. Farah Husain, DNB lead trainer and Music Therapist Pre2doc. She is the Music Therapist of the year IMTA 2022. The workshop aimed at providing accessible healthy living for all students, emphasizing the importance of music therapy and using musical intervention for non-musical goals such as increasing focus, attention, memory, and communication for children, especially among the vulnerable population. In conclusion, the workshops conducted during Prerna Diwas week at Amitasha were a source of inspiration and motivation for the underprivileged girls. With the blessings of our Chairperson, Dr. (Mrs.) Amita Chauhan, we hope that these girls will excel in their lives and become better citizens who take care of themselves and their surroundings with dignity. Overall, the Earth Day Week at Amitasha was a great success, and we look forward to organizing more such events in the future.
REPORT ON: CLOSING CEREMONY OF NUTURING LEADERHIP PROGRAM-GERMANY
With blessings of our Chairperson Ma’am Dr (Mrs) Amita Chauhan , Closing Ceremony of Nurturing Leadership Programme(NLP) - Germany was conducted on 5th of April 2023 at Amity International School, Noida. It was an eventful day for Amitasha Foundation Students as they welcomed German Teachers and students from Nicolaus Von-Nes Gymnasium School. The event aimed at developing leadership skills and enhancing cultural exchange.
The German team visited Amitasha classes , where they were greeted warmly by the Amitasha students. The students recited poems in German, showcasing their linguistic skills. The poems were appreciated by the German team, who expressed their admiration for the students' talent. Following the poetry recitals, an interactive session was conducted where the Amitasha students conversed with the German Teachers and students in the German language. The 45-minute session proved to be an excellent opportunity for the students to practice their language skills and learn more about German culture. The Amitasha students asked various questions related to German culture, education, and food, and the German team answered them with enthusiasm. The Amitasha Foundation Students expressed their gratitude to the German Teachers and students for visiting their school and interacting with them. Amitasha students sang a farewell song for the visitors. The German team, in turn, commended the Amitasha students' enthusiasm and eagerness to learn. The Nurturing Leadership Programme was a success, providing an excellent opportunity for cultural exchange and leadership development. The event served as a reminder of the importance of such interactions in promoting cultural understanding and strengthening relations between different communities. The students of Amitasha got an opportunity to spend some sentimental and memorable moments with the Honorable Chairperson Dr ( Mrs) Amita Chauhan . Respected Chairperson Ma’am applauded the sincere efforts of the students of Amitasha. And gave them her blessings.
Report on Well-being Program
The seeds of success in every nation on Earth are best planted in women and children
With the blessings of our Chairperson Ma'am Dr.(Mrs.) Amita Chauhan, Amitasha organised a Well-being Program for Amitasha girls on 'The National Girl child Day’ on 24th January,2023 at Amity International School, Noida 44. The National Girl Child Day is celebrated in India every year on January 24. The day is celebrated with an objective to provide support and opportunities to the girls.
With the mission of fostering inner happiness and personality enhancement this Well -being program was thoughtfully crafted for Amitasha girls to facilitate enhanced learning experience.
The bright students of Amitasha got this wonderful opportunity to learn from Dr. (Ms.) Ekta Sibal, a Globally Renowned Gifted Energy Healer, an International Meditation Guru and award-winning India's #1 Inner- self Transformation Specialist. She works closely in the Mental Health and Well-being space and has for over a decade been teaching meditation across the Globe. The guest speaker Dr. Ekta Sibal deeply impacted the girls with interesting stories and facts on physical and Mental Hygiene, connecting them with student’s real life experiences.
The points that ware emphasized upon were: - Learn to become self-aware so that they can imbibe the right habits in their life. - Understand the importance of the 6 habits that will bring physical and mental hygiene in their life. - Experience the power of connecting to inner-self to empower oneself and become an exceptional student and human being.
Ms. Anita Satia, Senior Consultant, HR and Training; Ms. Nivedita Verma,Vice Principal Amity International School Noida; Ms .Raina Krishnatry ,Principal Amity ;Ms. Gunjan Singh, Associate Director Amitasha: Dr. Manorma Saxena ,Academic coordinators, Amitasha; Ms. Swaraj Pachauri, Coordinator Amitasha Noida and teachers of Amitasha also attended the session.
Overall, the Well-Being Program was an extremely fruitful experience for Amitasha girls. The Honorable Chairperson, Dr.(Mrs.) Amita Chauhan applauded the sincere efforts of the students and the team in making the program a great success and also wished Happy National Girl Child Day to Amitasha Girls.
REPORT ON ‘SELF DEFENCE’ WORKSHOP
Under the guidance of our Chairperson Dr.(Mrs.) Amita Chauhan, a ‘Self Defence’ workshop in collaboration with Delhi Police was organised on 9th,November ,2022 for Amitasha girls . It is said that ‘Self-Defense is the best form of defense’ considering the current scenario prevailing in the society.
The Associate Director Gunjan Singh welcomed Head constable Amita Kumari, constable Pooja Sharma, constable Arti Yadav and entrusted them with the task of empowering the young girls.
The girls of Classes III-VII participated with lots of enthusiasm and verve.
The trainers explained the meaning of self-defense. The trainers highlighted the fact that self-defense is more of a mindset than a set of techniques. They sensitized the youngsters about ‘The good touch’ and ‘The bad touch’. They were told to be sensitive to body language, gestures and behaviour,even of the people they know. The students were taught about use of loud voice in trouble and how to alert others.
The workshop encompassed stratergies like ‘Hand to hand combat’- that is confrontation between two or more people. Where ,when and how to hit if necessary was explained to them .Use of hands ,elbow, fist and legs was demonstrated. Counter attack, temple attack hammer attack etc. was also demonstrated.
The Workshop ended on a high note with the team sharing the information about the Delhi Police Safety Application- Himmat Plus and other emergency numbers. Booklets were distributed explaining the same.
Vocational
Retail Training Program
Amitasha is committed to building the futures of its students. Devaang Sibal conceptualized and developed a retail training program in 2015 to provide vocational training to the students at Amitasha. Devaang realized that there is a huge demand for a female workforce in India’s retail sector through his work at SSIPL, Nike’s Strategic partner in India. This ongoing program is aimed to equip the girls with a repository of skills that is relevant to the retail industry and that would give them an edge in acquiring jobs in the retail sector in India.
Developing
photographic skills
Amitasha’s spirit of capturing the world was beautifully exhibited in a meticulously crafted photography workshop, where the students learnt to capture the world with their camera. The two part workshop introduced students to the fundamentals of photography. An amalgamation of theoretical knowledge and hands-on learning, the workshop saw students brainstorm on conceptual photography and give shape to their concepts with splendid pictures. The workshop culminated in a special edition of The Global Times, Amity’s student newspaper, where every visual printed in the edition was clicked by Amitasha students.
Developing
hospitality basics
At Amitasha, learning is not just confined to books. Taking learning beyond the classroom, a special workshop on hotel management was organised. The workshop gave students a brush with the hospitality industry, as they learnt the nuances of the field like how tables are laid at restaurants, the art of napkin folding, attending phone calls, the art of preparing beds etc. The comprehensive workshop also entailed a culinary class, where students learnt to make sandwiches, pizzas, fried eggs and the like from expert chefs. Through expert guidance and practical learning, the students were acquainted with a probable career option.
Developing
Swiss bonds
To give students an insight into a culture other than their own, a oneof- its-kind workshop was organised in association with the Swiss Embassy. The workshop gave the students a sneak peek into Swiss culture and traditions. Students got a chance to know about life of people in Switzerland and understand some of the best practices followed in the country. As a part of the workshop, students also learnt the art of baking Swiss breads from Swiss chefs.
Developing
global perspectives
At Amitasha, it is our constant endeavour to nurture global citizens, who understand and appreciate other cultures. Global workshops, exchange programmes and international competitions offer Amitasha students a window to the world. These events provide students an opportunity to get a glimpse of other countries, understand issues that afflict people in other parts of the world, and acquaint themselves with other cultures.
Developing
new vistas of knowledge
With an aim to ensure that students learn beyond their books, educational visits are organised on a routine basis. Students are taken on excursions to monuments of historical significance such as India Gate, Qutub Minar etc along with organisations, wildlife parks and many others. In addition, recreation visits are organised to places like Children’s park, Worlds of Wonder etc to provide the much needed break from academics.
Developing
global leaders
Amitasha students have been a regular participant in Model United Nations conferences, organised at various levels as intra-school, inter-school and also international. MUN is a simulation of United Nations where students take on the role of delegates of various countries and discuss global issues that affect the world at large. Participation in such events has enabled the students to interact with students from other states and countries, thereby expanding their horizons. Debating and discussing issues of global significance fosters diplomacy skills along with creating global leaders who view the world as one family.
Developing
educators
Understanding the role of educators in the education process, special workshops for teachers are organised on a regular basis. These workshops lay special emphasis on innovative teaching methods to ensure that the teachers are abreast with new age teaching methodologies. A special programme was developed for Amitasha teachers to motivate students to deliver better results in day-today classroom teaching. This programme received the People’s Choice Award for Best Video at Edu Innovators Programme, Philadelphia, USA.
Developing
scientific temperament
In addition to academics, special emphasis is laid on developing scientific temperament, logical reasoning and mathematical skills in children. Students are encouraged to participate in competitions like Mathamity, Vasudha, Geomaty and several other competitions that helps them develop creativity in Science and Math and think out-ofthe box.
