Lower KG – Class V
Dear Parents,
The students of Class V have created a menu for the months of November and December 2024 to promote healthy eating habits, keeping in mind the nutritional requirements and taste. Please follow it from Monday 11.11.24.
| DAYS | FOOD ITEMS | BENEFITS |
| Monday | Veggie Wraps with Hummus | Packed with fibre and vitamins from fresh veggies, this wrap is healthy and nutritious. |
| Banana Muffin | It gives energy and is rich in potassium for muscle strength. | |
| Seasonal Fruits - Water chestnut | Obtained from aquatic plants, this fruit is packed with fibre and is a good source of vitamin C. | |
| Tuesday | Poha (flattened rice with vegetables) | Light on the stomach, poha is a rich source of iron along with healthy vitamins. |
| Oats & Honey Bar | Both oats and honey are a powerhouse of energy. | |
| Orange | This tasty and juicy fruit is rich in Vitamin C. | |
| Wednesday | Vegetable Pulao (Rice with mixed vegetables) | This dish promotes healthy growth and development. |
| Carrot Halwa (gajar ka halwa) | Rich in vitamins A, C and K, this sweet dish is good for healthy vision. Adding dry fruits sautéed in ghee enhances its taste and nutritional value. (optional) | |
| Pear | This fruit boosts hydration and contains vitamins for a healthy immune system. | |
| Thursday | Chickpea Patties/ Tikki | High in protein, this tikki is tasty as well as healthy. |
| Pumpkin Pie Bites | Rich in antioxidants and Vitamin A, pumpkin bites/ muffins are good for healthy skin and eyesight too. | |
| Pomegranate | Tasty and juicy, winter is the best time to eat this fruit. | |
| Friday | Stuffed Parathas (paneer or potato) | Rich in protein (paneer) or carbs (potato), parathas provide long-lasting energy. |
| Kiwi /any other seasonal fruit | Refreshing with its crunchy seeds this fruit is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. | |
| Til (sesame) Jaggery Ladoo | Rich in iron, these laddoos are a good source of calcium and magnesium. |
Please note:
The quantity of the food packed should be appropriate to the appetite of your child.
A napkin must be carried to school daily.
Fork/ spoon should be carried every day.
Packaged food items should not be sent.
Minimum oil should be used.
It is advisable to give extra tiffin to the students on the days they have afternoon activity.
RECIPE OF THE MONTH
Chickpea Patties / Tikki
| ½ cup chickpeas (soaked overnight) | 2 tbsp coriander leaves- finely chopped |
| 2 tbsp all-purpose flour/ bread crumbs | green chillies (optional) |
| 2 tbsp- finely chopped onion (optional) | salt and to taste |
| 1-inch grated ginger | Lemon juice/ amchur to taste |
| a handful of mint leaves | 4-5 cloves finely chopped garlic |
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Take the soaked chickpeas and pressure cook till soft.
• Place the cooked chickpeas in a mixie jar. Add the spices, onions, garlic and lemon juice.
• Grind them till you get a coarse paste.
• Mix well with the herbs (coriander and mint) and plain flour/ breadcrumbs.
• Divide the chickpea mix into small balls. Flatten them into half-inch thick patties.
• Cook both sides of the patties on medium heat in a non-stick pan till golden brown
• Enjoy it with coriander chutney/tamarind chutney/ tomato ketchup.
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Mrs. V. Panja
Headmistress
Lower Nursery – Class XII
Dear Parent,
This is to inform you that we are organizing a collection drive for warm clothes to provide relief to the people in the villages of Purulia during the cold winter days. We request you to donate old woollen clothes, which are in a wearable condition, to the Class Teacher of your ward by 18th November 2024.
Thank you,
Yours sincerely,
K Dey
Principal
Classes IX & XI
Dear Parent,
This is to inform you that students of Classes IX and XI are expected to get a new blazer as their winter uniform.
Students should directly go to the shop for measurements and place the order. The cost of the blazer is Rs.2100/-. The address of the shop is as follows:
Status Collection
B K Market (Opp. Nightingale)
Ground Floor (Shop facing Pretoria Street)
16/B, Shakespeare Sarani
Kolkata – 700071
Phone Numbers : 033-22828335 / 9836543840
Thank you,
Yours sincerely,
K Dey
Principal
Lower Nursery - Class XII
Dear Parent,
We are pleased to inform you that our school is undergoing renovation to enhance our facilities and create an improved learning environment for our students. During this period, the renovation will encompass multiple areas across the campus addressing both academic and non-academic spaces.
Please note the temporary changes to the entry and exit points.
All students from Lower Nursery to Class VI are to use Gate No 2, proceeding via the ramp located in the shaded area to enter the new building.
Dispersal of primary students (carpool and parents) will take place from Gate No.2
All students from Classes VII to XII are to use Gate No. 1 for entry.
Dispersal of students from Classes VI – XII may be from Gate No. 1 or 2.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work to create a better environment for our students.
Yours sincerely,
K Dey
Principal
Classes VI - XII
Dear Parents,
Kindly note that on Monday, 7th October 2024, the dispersal timings for the students will be at 2:05 pm due to Teachers’ Day celebration.
Thank you,
Yours sincerely,
K Dey
Principal
Lower Nursery - Class XII
Dear Parents,
Sushila Birla Memorial Day will be celebrated on Friday, 4th October 2024 with ‘Montage’ – a cultural programme showcasing vignettes of Bengal.
Please note that regular classes will remain suspended for the students of Lower Nursery to Class XII on that day.
However, the Class XII students will watch the programme in Vidya Mandir Auditorium. They are expected to report to school in uniform on Friday, 4th October at 4:30 pm.
Thank you,
Yours sincerely,
K Dey
Principal
Classes III – VIII
Dear Parents,
This is to inform you that Activity Classes held before or after school hours will remain suspended on Tuesday, 1st October 2024.
Thank you,
Yours sincerely,
K Dey
Principal
Classes VI - IX and XI
Dear Parents,
Sushila Birla Memorial Day will be celebrated on Friday, 4th October 2024 with ‘Montage’ – a cultural programme showcasing vignettes of Bengal.
Please note the timings for the participants on the followings days:
Thank you,
Yours sincerely,
K Dey
Principal
Classes IV & V (Participants for Memorial Day)
Dear Parents,
Sushila Birla Memorial Day will be celebrated on Friday, 4th October 2024 with ‘Montage’ – a cultural programme showcasing vignettes of Bengal.
Please note the timings for the participants on the followings days:
Dispersal on both days will be against ID card from gate no. 2.
Thank you,
Yours truly,
Mrs. V. Panja
Headmistress
Lower Nursery
Dear Parents,
We are delighted to announce that our first batch of Lower Nursery students has successfully completed their first term. To mark this milestone, we request you to come to school on Thursday, 3rd October 2024, to collect your daughter’s first-term report card. The class teacher will send a separate notice in the school diary, specifying the time for the meeting.
Please be informed that regular classes will not be held on that day. However, your daughter must accompany you in her school uniform (Apron).
Thank you,
Yours truly,
Mrs. V. Panja
Headmistress
