Aims to nurture the fascination for the sky and the stars among students
The stargazing field trip provided students with an Immersive experience of celestial bodies
Bangalore: To spark curiosity and a sense of wonder about the universe among young minds, Orchids International School, one of India’s leading K12 school chains, hosted an exciting Space Camp at Valley Vibes resort. The students could gaze at the celestial bodies through state-of-the-art Newtonian and Dobsonian telescopes, immersing themselves in the practical experience for their Astronomy class within the enjoyable settings of a fun-filled space camp.
During this memorable camp, under the shimmering starlit sky, students had the chance to peer at celestial bodies through a reflecting telescope. The stargazing session allowed students to observe captivating celestial objects such as Saturn with its Moon Titan, Jupiter with its four largest moons, the Orion Nebula, Cassiopeia, and Venus. Additionally, students received instruction on the operation of telescopes, planetary stars, and more during the Constellation session. More than 500 students from various branches, including Panathur, Mysore Road, Annapoorneshwari Nagar, Whitefield, and Sarjapur Road among others, participated in this engaging field trip, which extended their learning beyond the classroom walls.
Dr. Vedavathi Bysani, VP of Academics of Orchids The International School, Bangalore stated – “The stargazing field trip is one of the several field trip initiatives at Orchids, in line with our motto of giving students a practical experience. Not only does this stimulate a life-long curiosity among the students but also it gives them real-life exposure that substantiates what we teach them in the classroom. This comprehensive experience encourages the students to assimilate knowledge and compete in national and international level space science competitions.”
Orchids International School remains dedicated to nurturing the inquisitive spirit within each student, offering experiences that go beyond traditional classroom learning and inspire a lifelong love for knowledge. The school’s Astronomy curriculum provides students with practical, hands-on experiences with astronomy tools, helping them develop a deeper appreciation for the relevance of astronomy in their daily lives. With these objectives in mind, the field trip left a lasting impression on every participant, igniting a lifelong passion for the mysteries of the night sky.
About Orchids The International School
Orchids The International School is one of India’s leading international K12 school chains that started its journey in 2002. Redefining education for upcoming generations with smart classes, remodeled educational philosophy, top-notch infrastructure, and a technology-integrated curriculum, Orchids is a one-of-a-kind institute where innovation and excellence work side by side. It follows the CBSE and ICSE curriculum infused with international teaching methodologies to provide a strong emphasis on personality development along with academic excellence. Currently, it has over 75000+ students and 7000+ teaching and non-teaching staff and boarding schools. Orchids’ core anthem is “Shaping minds, Touching lives.”
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