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January 2025 Issue No. 01 TRANSFORMING MINDS
Chairman’s Clarity  
of  Thoughts Episode (I)
My dear knowledge seekers, to explore and deep dive to unravel 
the truth like we have done in our 
Wishing you all a year filled with journey together until now.
new learnings, unlearning, and 
discovery. I sincerely hope you Enjoy the read as we delve into this 
have enjoyed our journey together month’s tale of discovery.
over the past year where we took 
some baby steps into understanding The Tale Begins
the true nature of knowledge. I 
hope you have developed a spirit of In a serene forest under a golden 
inquiry by now and do not hesitate sunset, Yudhistir’s thirst led him to 
to ask questions. Let us continue our a shimmering lake. But as he bent 
journey ahead albeit with some new to drink, a voice echoed: “Stop! 
partners; this time, from Yaksha This is my lake, and your brothers 
Prashna - a celebrated episode of collapsed for defying me. Answer 
the Hindu epic Mahabharata. my questions, and you may drink.”
This ancient tale recounts a gripping Yudhistir, composed yet curious, 
conversation between a mysterious looked up at the Yaksha’s glowing 
Yaksha who guards a lake and form. “Ask your questions, Yaksha. INSIDE
Yudhistir- the eldest Pandava. I am ready to answer.” JATAK KATHA
Faced with dire circumstances of The Yaksha smiled. “Tell me, 
saving his brothers who collapse INCONTINUUMYudhistir, do you believe all humans 
after drinking water from the lake, respect nature?”
without Yaksha’s permission; Inside The Issue
Yudhistir must answer a series of Yudhistir’s gaze turned thoughtful. 
questions posed by Yaksha which “Nature is revered in words, Chairman’s Clarity of 
deal with ethics, existence, duty, Yaksha, but actions often betray Thoughts Episode (I)
and philosophy of life. We will this reverence. Human greed has 
however use this conversation wounded the earth.” The Bodhi Tree and the 
to dissect topics which though Question of a Better World
timeless are more relevant to Yaksha nodded. “Indeed. Let me 
contemporary times and reflect tell you of Satabhaya, a village in The Journey of Shorya: 
today’s challenges. Our objective is Odisha, where the fury of nature has The Abstract Prodigy
displaced families. Rising seas have 
swallowed fields and homes. People Principal’s Reflection: 
now journey south, crammed in Building a Nation 
buses, leaving behind their ancestral Through Values
lands, roots, and dreams. Are these 
not the cries of a wounded earth?” Institutional Insights:  
Pulse of Our School
Yudhistir listened intently. “Yes, 
Yaksha. Climate change is real, Inside the Minds of Future 
though some deny it. But why do Innovators
these calamities grow?”
Yaksha’s voice grew grave. A New Revelation why large corporations continue 
“Because humans chase profit to expand coal mines. The youth 
over preservation. Industries spew Yudhistir pondered. “Denying the must be warriors of truth, not mere 
smoke. Forests fall to axes. Rivers truth is grave. But… deceiving spectators.”
choke on waste. In Satabhaya, the others with false solutions is 
sea’s encroachment has eroded worse.” The Lesson Unveiled
livelihoods—crops fail, freshwater Yaksha’s eyes glowed brighter. Yudhistir’s voice was firm. 
sources dry up, and people have “You speak wisely. Now, consider “Yaksha, you have opened my 
no choice but to migrate. The sea this: Many companies today brand eyes. Climate change is the battle, 
level is rising primarily due to the themselves as saviors of the planet. but greenwashing is the trap. Both 
warming of the planet caused by They promise sustainability. They must be fought with vigilance and 
human activities, such as burning flaunt green labels. Yet, much of honesty.”
fossil fuels and deforestation, which this is deception. Do you know this 
term, Yudhistir?” “Then take this wisdom,” said increase greenhouse gas emissions. Yaksha, “and share it widely. Tell 
This warming leads to the melting “Greenwashing,” Yudhistir your brothers, your people, and the 
of glaciers and polar ice caps, answered. “A mask of virtue to world. The lake is yours, for you 
adding more water to the oceans. hide vice.” answered with integrity.”
Additionally, as seawater warms, it 
expands, further contributing to the “Precisely,” Yaksha said, his As Yudhistir drank, he reflected 
rise in sea levels. These combined tone sharp. “Plastic bottles are deeply. He vowed to uphold truth, ‘eco-friendly’ because they’re 
effects are causing coastal erosion, protect the earth, and challenge ‘recyclable,’ but recycling rates are deceit in every form.
flooding, and the displacement abysmal. Companies plant trees, 
of communities, as seen in places yet cut forests elsewhere. Fashion Dear knowledge seekers,
like Satabhaya.Odisha’s farmers’ brands claim ‘sustainability’ while 
plight is not isolated; Kerala too Climate change isn’t just science; exploiting labor and polluting it’s a reality felt by families in 
sees the displaced. The balance you rivers. Greenwashing fools the villages like Satabhaya. Rising 
Pandavas upheld is but a memory.” well-meaning and delays real seas, failing crops, and lost 
change.”
Yudhistir’s heart grew heavy. livelihoods force people to migrate. 
“What can be done to restore this Yudhistir felt a surge of anger. But the greater danger lies in 
balance?” “How do we fight this illusion?” greenwashing—a betrayal of trust. Remember the Yaksha’s words: 
The Yaksha paused, then posed “By questioning,” Yaksha declared. question, learn, and act. The earth’s 
another question. “Tell me, “By demanding transparency. By story depends on you.
Yudhistir, what is worse than seeing beyond the veil. A student in Odisha might ask why their village Until next time, keep seeking the 
denying the truth?” floods, but they must also ask truth.
The Bodhi Tree and  
the Question of a Better World
In the vibrant village of Anandpur, “Dashrath decided to carve a path 
a group of friends—Meera, Arjun, through the mountain, alone. People 
Sanjay, and Kavya—gathered mocked him, called him mad, but he 
beneath the ancient Bodhi tree didn’t stop. For 22 years, using just 
after school. The tree stood tall, a hammer and chisel, he worked 
its branches spreading like a wise tirelessly. And finally, he created a 
guardian. It was their favorite spot road that connected his village to 
for deep conversations. the world. What seemed impossible 
became a reality because of one 
One breezy evening, Meera asked, man’s determination. Today, his It began with individuals cleaning 
“How can we make the world a story inspires millions to overcome their surroundings, and now it’s 
better place? It feels like such a big obstacles and persevere.” transformed entire cities and 
question.” villages.”
Arjun’s eyes widened. “He did all 
The Bodhi tree rustled its leaves that alone? That’s incredible!” Kavya nodded thoughtfully. “If 
as if it had been waiting for this Dashrath Manjhi could carve a 
moment. “An important question The tree swayed gently. “Indeed. road, we can definitely do our part.”
indeed,” it said, its voice as soothing Dashrath Manjhi showed us that 
as the wind. “Let me share a story.” even the smallest person can make The Bodhi tree’s leaves glimmered 
a monumental difference. His in the fading sunlight. “Remember, 
The children sat up, curious. story reminds us that making the my children, a better world begins 
“Years ago,” the tree began, “there world better doesn’t always need 
with better hearts. Each of you 
was a young man named Dashrath grand gestures. It needs courage, 
has the power to create ripples of 
Manjhi, a laborer from a small persistence, and heart.”
change. Just start where you are.”
village in Bihar. His village was Sanjay asked, “But what can we From that day, the children began 
cut off from the nearest town by a do? We’re just kids.” their own small projects—cleaning 
massive mountain. When his wife their village, planting trees, and 
fell ill, he couldn’t get her to a “You can start with small acts,” teaching younger kids. Under 
doctor in time because the journey the tree replied. “Plant a tree, help the shade of the Bodhi tree, they 
around the mountain was too long. a friend, share knowledge with grew into changemakers, proving 
Her death broke his heart, but it someone who needs it. Look at that even small hands can shape a 
also ignited a fire within him. India’s Swachh Bharat Mission. brighter world.
Principal’s Message:  
Building a Nation Through Values
Dear Parents, Together, we can inspire the next generation to carry 
forward the torch of our Constitution, making not just 
As we welcome the New Year, January brings with it a their lives but the world a better place. Let us work hand 
time of reflection and celebration. It is the month when in hand to build a future rooted in values that honor our 
we honor the adoption of the Indian Constitution—our nation’s spirit.
nation’s guiding light, rooted in the principles of justice, 
liberty, equality, and fraternity. With gratitude and hope,
At KT Global School, we believe that these values are Dr. Deep Khare
not just words but the foundation of a strong, united, and Director Principal
progressive society. They remind us of the sacrifices KT Global School, Bhubaneswar
made by our forebearers and the responsibility we bear CBSE Affl. No. 1530418
to uphold these ideals in our lives and communities.
Justice teaches our children to stand for fairness and 
truth, to ensure their actions uplift those around them. 
Liberty inspires them to dream freely and express 
themselves with confidence and respect for others. 
Equality instills in them the belief that every individual 
deserves dignity and opportunity, regardless of 
differences. And fraternity encourages them to foster 
bonds of empathy and harmony, building bridges in 
a diverse world.
Our role as parents and educators is to nurture 
these values in our children. Through 
every lesson, every interaction, and every 
experience, we aim to shape them into 
compassionate citizens who honor their 
rights while respecting their responsibilities.
This Republic Day, let us pledge to model these 
principles in our own lives. Let us show our children 
that justice begins with fairness at home, liberty thrives 
in an environment of trust, equality grows when we 
celebrate differences, and fraternity blossoms when we 
extend kindness to all.
The Journey of Shorya: The Abstract Prodigy
In the quiet town of Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh, a signature style left art lovers in awe. That same year, 
boy named Shorya Mahanot discovered his calling at he earned the “Rising Star” award at Spectrum, Miami. 
the age of four. While most kids his age played with Critics hailed him as “India’s Child Picasso,” a prodigy 
crayons, Shorya found solace in abstract art. What reshaping abstract art.
began as playful strokes alongside his sister evolved 
into breathtaking masterpieces that mirrored the depths Not one to rest on laurels, Shorya collaborated with 
of his imagination. Microsoft to explore digital abstract art, blending 
tradition with technology. His works, fetching up to 
Shorya’s father, Aditya Singh, once dreamed of $65,000, have graced galleries worldwide, including 
pursuing fine arts but never had the chance. When he Bougain Villaea in Udaipur, where his collection sold 
saw his son’s raw talent, he decided to share Shorya’s out entirely.
work on Facebook. The response was overwhelming. 
Encouraged, Aditya nurtured his son’s artistic journey, Beyond art, Shorya’s philanthropy stands out—he 
transforming their humble home into a cradle for donates a portion of his earnings to children’s charities, 
creativity. proving that creativity and compassion go hand in hand.
In 2013, Shorya made his international debut at From a small-town boy to an international sensation, 
ArtExpo, New York. His bold use of colors and unique Shorya’s journey reminds us that dreams, when 
nurtured, can create legacies.
Inside the mind of the innovators 
6 Ways to Empower Future Innovators Through  
Experiential Learning
By Nibedita Panda, Grade IX
Experiential learning is all about learning by doing. Instead of just sitting in a classroom and listening to lectures, 
students get to tackle real-world problems and put their ideas into action. This hands-on approach helps unlock 
creativity and teaches important skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability. It’s not just about learning 
what innovation means—it’s about learning how to innovate!
Here’s a roadmap to empower future innovators through experiential learning:
1. Problem Solving: Students are 2. Iterative Process: Innovation 3. Collaboration: Innovation isn’t 
given real-world scenarios where is all about trying, failing, and a one-person job. By working 
they need to solve problems. These improving. Students gather in teams, students learn how to 
challenges have real impacts, feedback, test their ideas, and combine different perspectives 
making the tasks feel meaningful and refine them. This “fail-fast, learn- and ideas. They discover the power 
relevant. Experiential learning works fast” approach helps them learn of teamwork and how it leads to 
best when the problem being solved quickly and grow from their better solutions.
matters beyond the classroom walls. mistakes.
4. Mentorship: Connecting students 5. User-Centred Design: The best 6. Pitching and Communication: 
with experienced mentors is key. solutions come from understanding Innovation isn’t just about having 
Mentors can guide them, share their the people who face the problem. great ideas—it’s also about sharing 
own innovation stories, and offer Students are taught to put users at them. Students learn how to pitch 
practical advice based on real-world the center of their design process. their ideas and communicate their 
experiences. This helps students learn This ensures their innovations value effectively. This skill helps 
from those who’ve already walked truly meet real needs. them gain support and turn their 
the path. visions into reality.
Why Experiential Learning Matters
Through experiential learning, students discover that innovation isn’t just about a sudden “Eureka!” moment. It’s 
about curiosity, resilience, teamwork, and continuous improvement. They learn to face challenges head-on and come 
up with creative solutions.
By the end of their journey, students look back at what they’ve achieved. They see prototypes that could change 
industries, ideas that could solve global problems, and a deep understanding of how innovation works.
Experiential learning doesn’t just give students knowledge—it gives them the experience of innovation itself. And 
that’s what prepares them to tackle the challenges of the future.
Pulse of our school 
1. Grandmaster Chess Camp:  2. Building a Safer Community: 
Training Champions of Tomorrow POSH Training at KT Global
KT Global School hosted a 10-day Grandmaster Camp We conducted a training session on the Prevention of 
with Russian Grandmaster Boris Savchenko. Chess Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act for students, faculty, 
enthusiasts from across Odisha honed their skills in and staff. The session emphasized creating a safe, 
strategy and physical fitness. The camp was a perfect respectful, and inclusive environment. It reinforced 
blend of mental agility and physical endurance. our commitment to fostering a culture of respect and 
protection for all.
3. Eureka! Celebrating Young Innovators
Our students dazzled with their creativity and knowledge at the Eureka event. From English literature to global issues 
like climate change, they showcased innovative solutions. It was a testament to their curiosity and problem-solving 
skills.
4. Championing Inclusivity: Best School Award 2024
KT Global School was honored with the Best School Award for Excellence in Disability Empowerment at the Odisha 
Disability Conclave 2024. Our inclusive education model integrates differently-abled students seamlessly. Director 
Principal Dr. Deep Khare reaffirmed our commitment to empowering diverse talents.
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