The whole world is reeling under the most crucial time of COVID-19. Everyone is in the state of dilemma. Each one is entangled in the nexus of anxiety and uncertainty. Social –Distancing mandate has changed the Education Dynamics all across the world. Now everyone needs to step into ‘New Normal ’to move on. It has become essential for all the educational institutions to devise new ways to function and grow.

Keeping in sync with the directives from government , curb the loss of students right at the time when the new session was about to begin and to keep the students engaged whilst ensuring their safety in their homes, Online classes are being run by many educational institutions.  These online classes through suitable web- based video conferencing tool not only keep the students engaged but also keep them connected with the school and their teachers, staying safe in their homes.

However, for the teaching faculty, staying on the top of day to day teaching operations whilst maintaining  the cyber safety in all respects and following the  regulations of social distancing is very challenging .Moreover, inculcation of  New Age skills like Adaptability, Resilience, creativity, compassion and competence among  the 21 century learners,  deeming it as the part of holistic education  and their prime concern, Educational institutions are sparing no stone unturned to reach out the students in all  best possible ways by organizing spate of activities calendared to be conducted during lockdown period.

Owing to all these efforts put in by the school management and the teaching faculty, it becomes moral obligations  on the part of parents community to support the school management by depositing the fee of their wards so that  the salaries of teaching , non teaching and support staff can be released amidst this financial crunch and hardships faced by the teaching  faculty can be shared to some extent .There is no relevance behind the hue and cry of the parents regarding waiving off or moratorium of the  fee of their children during lockdown. As the schools buildings may be shut but the education is on. Teachers are working hard day and night.  They are putting in their best efforts to make their teaching more comprehensible and interesting by using all the digital resources. They are only a call away from their children. This is no denying the fact that in the prevailing circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic, parents fraternity may also have to face many problems but those parents who can afford to pay should accommodate it in their budget now rather than facing the burden later.   

By –

Ms Vinod Batra

PGT (Eng.)

COVID-19 SPARKING A NEW REALIZATION IN EDUCATION

Human race today, has been braving the gigantic ever challenges unleashed by the  world-wide Covid-19 monster. Obviously, how couldthe education sector remain untouched. With the school buildings echoing the story of Lock- down and students stranded at homes, it seems that future of the young ones is caught in a limbo. But, true education is what is inspiring, encouraging and meaningful no matter what the challenges are  in its eco –system.There can be no better time than today,to make peace with the period of uncertainty and stay optimistic as we all are journeying together in this and learning something new each day. Educational institutions are gearing up to adopt thenew dynamics in education in consonance with the present- day need as learning is what must go on.On-line learning is substituting the chalk and talk teaching.Teachers are substantiating the e- learning resources with recorded you- tube lessons, e-notes and e-assignments and what not.Parents as the active partners with school, taking the back seat in the e-class, are becoming savvy with the school e- resources. Eventually,we are on the way to frame a new learning system that is resilient yet unified offeringmyriads of options to all its stakeholders and ensuring quality benchmark as well.

The economic slow-down creeping all around  isthe challenge inflicting educational institutions as well. Apart from the striving hard for making learning an  ongoing  process for students  in these most testing times ,the Academy  continues to meet their commitment and responsibility of releasing salary to the teaching and non-teaching staff,house-keeping ,security etc.Certainly it is the the regular flow of fundsthat  keeps a system life-giving and  pulsating. So parents must continue their financial commitment to schools. We must remember that it’s a temporary phase and our school is  ever dedicated to minimize  disruption to education so that when life resumes to normal, our students have an edge over others in this competitive world. They do not fall behind or face difficulty in reaching the required level of competence.At DMA, we ensure that each child is well equipped with the entire spectrum of 21^st century skills with the focus on the band of his/her innate strength and interest. Alsowe  intend to offer the options for choosing from on-line classes and  face to face classes for the students in the future.

So,we all ,especially the more fortunate ones need to understand the clarion call of the challenging times and  take it as a moral responsibility to respond positively and encouragingly to the best of our abilities.

By –

Ms Anita Dogra

PGT (Eng.)

The Corona pandemic has made a global impact in the past months and continues to hit most of the sectors, with education being one of the most affected ones. The situation has forced the schools to shut down much before the lockdown announced by the government. The education sector in India is rapidly evolving with most schools and institutions coming up with the idea of online classes for students to start their respective academic years, instead of wasting time due to the delay in reopening of schools. India's school-age population of around 300 million is suddenly having to home educate. The technological inroads are also what keeps the field bubbling in the private education sector in India with an estimated 350,000 schools and 8.7 million teachers.

The schools have taken their responsibility to continuously keep their students engaged in academics and other activities very seriously. They did not lose any time in evolving and gearing up to meet the challenges posed by the pandemic and consequent lockdown. The schools and the teachers have put in their best efforts to ensure a safe, continuous and highly interactive mode of teaching through the online classes and have been successful in this endeavour. The students are today getting educated from the safety and comfort of their homes. Even the parents are now able to monitor the education of their children. Most of the parents acknowledge this herculean effort made by the schools but sadly there are some who do not realise or recognise the good efforts of the schools to ensure a continuous upgrading of the knowledge base of the students. They have no idea of the hard work put in by the teachers to plan classes, prepare and master technology needed for the classes, set up an adequate working environment, innovate and encourage maximum participation, motivate the students and keep regular communication with them, and last but not the least, be available all the time to help them with their problems.

All these good efforts by the schools are hurt by the illogical demand of some parents to exempt the fees during lockdown period. They fail to realise that just like them, the school and its staff also needs finances to continue operating even in such adverse conditions. The schools have not shirked from their duties towards the students; parents also need to do their part. It is incumbent, on every member of the populace, to be aware that a joint, cohesive and concerted effort, alone, can result in success in this struggle. This would involve certain sacrifices which each one of us has to make. We cannot afford, in such a situation, to balk at inconveniences. Even the honourable Delhi High Court has pointed out – “"We unhesitatingly place, on record, our wholehearted appreciation, of the efforts of teachers, and schools, towards this end. So long as schools are disseminating education online, they are certainly entitled to charge tuition fees. Rather, the expenditure involved in disseminating education online may, conceivably, be much greater than that involved in classroom teaching. Providing e-education is no child's play." Unaided schools, which receive no funds from the government, are entirely dependent on fees, to defray their daily expenses. The requirement of payment of tuition fees is necessary for the simple reason that tuition fees cover salary, establishments and curricular activities, the expenditure which continues to be incurred by schools, even during the period of lockdown, and before they are able to resume normal work.

The educational process needs to go on unhindered to ensure that our beloved children are in regular touch with their academics. This is possible only when parents come forward and do their bit by paying the fee in full. There is no surety about when the world will be rid of the COVID threat, hence we need to adapt to the required changes physically, mentally and emotionally. We need to accept that online education is the need of the hour and will remain an important part of the educational system in future too. 

Principal
Dr. (Mrs.) Ritu Dewan

Dear Parents & Children ,Greetings!!!

Kindly note Summer break will begin from 31 May and school /online classes will resume from 15 June .NowIts time to take a break from the daily academic routine & indulge in doing something new & exciting  .So we bring  u certain creative and exciting activities .These activities and competitions will be held in different rounds and winners will   awarded certificates.  Projects are being given  as Holiday HW to enhance ur learning  process . Parents  are requested to encourage their ward to do the homework independently. Kindly note the HW will be assessed as SEA ( subject Enrichment Activity )Creativity & originality of the work will be appreciated. Kindly use scrap/ waste material,old paper for projects.Wish you all a Happy & Safe vacation.

Best Regards, DMA

AN APPEAL TO THE PARENTS

 Dear Parents,

I hope that all of you are safe and healthy and making full use of the time being together with your family. The COVID-19 pandemic has completely shaken the world & impacted the lives of people. During this crisis, while the doctors, health personnel and other frontline workers are fighting the pandemic and risking their lives to save the people, we human beings are made to reflect upon our actions and re-imagine a world filled with love, empathy, kindness and gratitude. Amidst these uncertain and challenging times, you will be happy to know that the DMA Management has decided to support the parents and roll back the fee hike for the academic session 2020-21 and has extended the last date of paying the fee of April 2020 to 30 April 2020. Transport fee will not be charged till the lock down exists.

Although there is no compulsion on paying the fee immediately, we request those of you who are blessed and can afford to pay, to support the school during this time by paying the fee on time. As you are aware that ours is a self-financed school and as per the government directive, we have to pay the salaries to our teachers and staff on time and also bear the fixed expenses of the school.

Keeping the above in mind I would request you to come together as a family and support each other in the times of need. I can assure you that we continue to stand firm in our commitment of providing quality education to our children. Our teachers are leaving no stone unturned to provide continuum to the children's learning through the online classes, WhatsApp class group assignments and notes and we solicit your cooperation in the smooth running of these classes.

We look forward to your unstinting support as always. I'm available for any queries on principal@dma1.in .Your feedback in appreciation of our consistent efforts and suggestions for further improvement are welcome.

For online fee payment please refer the following link-

https://dma.scientificstudy.in/payment?key=dma

If you need any assistance in paying online fee, feel free to call :

9927059479, 9927200431

Please stay at home, stay safe!

With warm regards

Ritu Dewan

Principal

School fee can be paid via -

1. School ERP

https://dma.scientificstudy.in/payment?key=dma

 2. PayTM App

http://m.p-y.tm/dayamodifee_sms

 3. HDFC App

https://www.eduqfix.com/PayDirect/#/student/pay/rBpbq9bShfLVyIZZYxByzgxU2M8H+BGAo8OJvnceRXpAhv3uV0DoalP3ICgLHcDX/3835

 School ERP is showing old (increased) fee structure, PayTM and HDFC app are having current fees. Those who do not prefer fee payment through online medium can deposit it via cheque too.

Steps are mentioned below:

 1. Prepare an A/C Payee cheque in the name of "Dayawati Modi Academy"

2. Fill the fee amount (Can be checked using paytm or HDFC link mentioned above or calling to fee helpline numbers

3. At the backside of the cheque mention their child's Adm. No, Name, Class, Section, and Contact number

4. Drop duly signed cheque in HDFC branch, Pallav Puram btw 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM or in the cheque drop box available at Gate No. 3 (Bus Bay) of DMA at their preferable time.

Words of Appreciation by Parents applauding efforts by the School for

Online Teaching & Guidance to the children.

ØLakshita and Devansh both are enjoying online classes and having sufficient time to learn & complete their home work as well which is taught by you. On the behalf of both I would like to pay my regards for this wonderful session so please keep continue with your efforts, enthusiasm and passion so that children can grow under you and create new heights for society, family and country later on. Regards, Parents of IV F

ØA warm gratitude to all the faculty members of DMA for the tremendous efforts for these online classes. As we all are going through this critical lockdown situation, we together will definitely come out of this. With these online classes you have brought school to our homes. It’s really a different and new experience for all of us .As we are out of station but still I found easy to tackle the best out of my children, so all the credit goes to the respected and responsible teachers. Thank you so much for all your support Regards, Madhu Mall, Jayant Singh, class 5th C & Raghav Singh, class 1st C

ØDear Ma'am, It’s a great initiative by School for online studies. This is harmful for kid's eyes health, but that is the only possible way to continue the study in this critical time. This is helping the kids to remain involve in studying. I am also finding myself much involved in the kids’ education than earlier. Class teacher and all subject teachers are very good and giving their best. Thanks a lot. Regards. Gauri 's mother VII C (Feedback about online classes)

ØIt's completely new and good experience for kids and for parents too. We really appreciate the efforts of teachers and school administration...but sometimes kids have to face some network problem....so I request please share videos also....if they missed something then it will be helpful for them  after the class Thank you. Mother of Ayush 8E ( new admission adm no 200068)

ØGood morning Ma’am, we appreciate your way of engaging students in a playful manner...I hope Anmol, Ojaswi will learn something from you.....As a teacher myself I believe teachers have more impact on children than any one. Regards, Amit Kumar Sharma