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It’s not just a place where you get to learn Einstein’s Theory
of Relativity. It’s also a place where you can think beyond
the classroom. Hence we say, SCHOOL IS COOL
SCHOOL IS COOL
03
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Maganthandhaikku Aatrum Udhavi Ivanthandhai
Ennotraan Kolenum Sol | Kural 70
Why your parenting
style is inherited too
T
he other day my daughter
and I had a heated ex-
change over her studies.
“Amma, I understand
your point, but, I have decided to do
it my way,” she said. When I point-
ed out the expenses involved, she
said, “Don’t worry. I will repay you
for it all.”
And then in a flash, it hit me. I
had heard the words before. Me, in
my early 20s, sitting on the blue
mosaic floor of my bedroom throw-
ing a tantrum, my mother try-
ing to reason with me about
not quitting my job in haste.
“Don’t worry. I will repay
all that you spent on my
studies,” I said. She did not
argue further and let me do
as I wished just like I would
let my daughter decide her
next steps.
There is a saying that goes, ‘By
the time you realise your mother
was right, you will have a daughter
who thinks you’re wrong’.
A child’s relationship with a
parent is dynamic replete with cre-
scendos of love and hatred. A five-
year-old son thinks his father is
superman. As he grows into a teen-
ager, the father becomes someone
to defy, an irritating voice that con-
stantly cautions. “Don’t rush. Care-
ful, go slow, I told you so.”
Literature is filled with image-
ries of fathers who were perceived
by their sons to be autocratic. The
writer Kafka portrays his father as
brutal. Russian author Dhurgenev
wrote a book titled, ‘Fathers and
Sons’, which discusses how merci-
less fathers push their sons to
Nihilism, a mental state
where cosmic pur-
poselessness is
celebrated.
The rela-
tionship be-
tweenmothers
and daugh-
ters is not
any differ-
ent. Mom
goes from
being “the
best” to the
most irritat-
ing. “Are you
sure this is
the dress you
want to wear?
Stay over at your friend’s place?
Why can’t you return after dinner
…”
But in the beautiful cycle of life,
when children grow up and have
children of their own, they do not
see themselves in the mirror. They
see reflections of their father or
mother. “What are we, but the sheer
remnants of our parents” is the re-
alisation that dawns on every off-
spring when they hit middle-age.
We move from the point of denying
and declining the persona of
our parents to the tangent of
emulating them.
I decided to visit the
house I grew up in. The
caretaker handed over the
keys and I sat on the mosa-
ic floor of the bedroom. It
is not cleaned well as no
one lives there now. My
mother wouldn’t have approved, I
thought.
In the room’s silence, I said,
“Amma, remember I once told you
I would repay everything? Did I?”
She must have heard that wherever
she is. She did not respond, but I
know she would have said, “We can
never repay our parents; we can
only give it back to our children.” I
locked the house, told the caretaker
to sweep the place, just as my moth-
er would have insisted, and moved
on.
For all those aching hearts that
regret they never repaid their par-
ents enough, Valluvar gives a solu-
tion – There is one way to compen-
sate. If someone ever told the par-
ents, “How blessed are you to have
such wonderful children” – those
words would be the only reward.
Maganthandhaikku
Aatrum Udhavi
Ivanthandhai
E n n o t r a a n
Kolenum Sol
What best requit-
al could a grate-
ful child do to
the parent?
By making
them hear that
they are lucky to
have such an off-
spring
Voice your
thoughts! Email us at
thirukkural@timesgroup.com
BHARATHI
BASKAR
What best requital could a grateful child do to the parent?
By making them hear that they are lucky to have such an offspring
Illustration:
Shinod
Akkaraparambil
On this Children’s Day teachers extend their heartfelt
wishes to their students. Students across the city share
their thoughts, hopes and expectations with
Times NIE Coimbatore for the well-wishers’ in their lives.
Read on to find out....
HAPPY
CHILDREN’S
DAY
HAPPY
CHILDREN’S
DAY
WE ARE ALWAYS THERE FOR YOU
C
hildren’s Day is a special occasion cele-
brated across the globe to honor and
appreciate the innocence, happiness,
and potential of children. It is a day dedicat-
ed to recognizing the importance of nurtur-
ing and guiding young minds, and teachers
play a pivotal role in this process. As educa-
tors, they not only impart knowledge but
also provide valuable life lessons that shape
the overall development of children. On this
significant day, teachers often convey pow-
erful messages to their students to inspire
and motivate them. These messages aim to
ignite a sense of self-belief, instill moral val-
ues, and encourage children to dream big.
The messages shared by teachers on
Children’s Day usually revolve around a few
central themes – the importance of educa-
tion, the strength of knowledge, the value of
respect, and the significance of dreams.
Firstly, teachers emphasize the significance
of education as the key to unlocking the lim-
itless potential of children. They stress that
education is not merely about acquiring facts
and figures, but also about nurturing
curiosity, critical thinking, and crea-
tivity. By imparting this message,
teachers encourage students to
approach learning with enthusiasm
and embrace education as a tool for
personal growth. They remind chil-
dren that education empowers them to over-
come obstacles, make informed decisions,
and ultimately lead successful lives.
Moreover, teachers emphasize the strength
of knowledge in shaping the future of individ-
uals and society as a whole. They highlight
that knowledge empowers children to distin-
guish right from wrong, make informed
choices, and contribute positively to the
world. Through their messages, teachers aim
to develop a thirst for knowledge within stu-
dents, encourage them to strive for excel-
lence, explore new horizons, and make use of
their intellectual capacities for the better-
ment of society. Furthermore, teachers
emphasize the value of respect and human
dignity to create compassionate and harmo-
nious communities. They remind children to
treat every individual, regardless of their
background, with kindness, empathy, and
understanding. Teachers emphasize that
respect for oneself and others not only fos-
ters positive relationships but also helps
build a tolerant and inclusive society. By
instilling this moral value, teachers hope
to shape future generations into respon-
sible citizens who can respect diversity
and embracing differences.
JAYANTHI JOTHILINGAM, Teacher,
Adwaith Thought Academy
Keep in mind that you are a Gen Z / Gen
Alpha. You are either born alone or have
just one sibling. You have plenty of neigh-
bours whom you may know little about, a
few relatives you may not wish to know,
and a slew of close cousins you probably
only see on special occasions. You may
often not find a contemporary of your
wavelength to share your concerns. You
may find yourself troubled and left alone
amidst a pool of competition and may feel
compelled to battle it all by yourself. But
remember - You have no option! This is a
combat zone. You may win or lose. Losing is
not the end of it, and winning doesn’t
secure permanent happiness either. This is
like a zip line. Your turn will come. You
have to take up the journey all alone. But
remember, everyone is alone in this jour-
ney. It is up to you to call it just a journey
and go through it or term it an adventure
and prepare yourself to face it. The choice
is yours. But what remains true is that you
are alone in this expedition.
Face your fear with faith.
You will somehow make it.
You are an achiever! Finish
in style!
J. LATHA , Teacher ,
Yuvabharathi Public School
JOYFUL
MOMENTS
# A baby’s hearing even within just
10 minutes of birth is good enough
that they can tell where a sound is
coming from.
# An average toddler expends the
same amount of energy as an adult,
if the said adult ran 30 miles!
# They have more Brain Synapses
than Adults.
A child’s brain develops faster
between birth to 3 years of age
than any other time. In fact, by the
time they are 3, they have 1000
trillion brain connections, which is
twice as many as adults. Everyone
enjoyed, as a toddler with inno-
cence, like Buzzy bee tasting the
happiness as sweet memoirs!
Wishing all the children a Happy
Children’s day.
SABURALBANU IBRAHIM, Principal
SBOA Matriculation Hr. Sec. School ,
Coimbatore
A TEACHER CAN NEVER
BE A GOOD TEACHER
WITHOUT STUDENTS
I
celebrate all my students for being out-
standing. I also would like to thank all of
you for making my work enjoyable. Every
child is different and unique like the colours
of a rainbow. You are peculiar and beautiful in
your own way. Children’s day wishes to all my
dear students. As a teacher, I want you to be
an optimistic and shining star, forever glitter-
ing in brightness and also grow big with
dreams that can change the world. There are
plenty of things awaiting to be discovered by
you. Discover yourself that will
lead you to opportunities which
will make you great.
POORNIMALAKSHMI.H,
English Teacher,
ELGI Matriculation Hr. Sec. School
DEDICATED TO OUR YOUNG CHAMPIONS
WHO ARE BRAVING TODAY’S COMPETITIVE WORLD!
You are special!
B
eing digitally adept and quick to
learn technology, you are inde-
pendent learners who can use digi-
tal tools effectively for a self-directed
learning process.
You are so practical!
Being more open to an inclusive
approach and the willingness to
accept diversity, your social conscious-
ness is remarkable. Your openness with
regard to mental health issues and poli-
cies towards advocating better mental
health awareness is phenomenal.
You are different!
Your sense of responsibility towards
your immediate society and environ-
ment has helped resolve many concerns.
You have used technology and media con-
structively for charitable or, for purposes
of spreading awareness over any socially
sensitive issue. You often take a politically
neutral stance and often weigh different
sides, analysing factual inaccuracies
before spilling your opinion.
TREAT US AS
YOUR FRIENDS
A
dults are the people who know what is right
and what is wrong. They know what should be
done at what time. As a teenager, my expec-
tations are they should motivate a teenager follow-
ing the words of the great Vivekananda- “Be not
afraid, think not how many times you have failed,
never mind Go ahead! “instead of using harsh
words. I wish the adults to pursue the words of the
great Chanakya by treating a teenager as a friend.
The last wish is that the adult should not com-
pel a person to learn what the adult likes.
SAISRI N S , Class VIII ,
S.B.O.A.MATRIC.HR.SEC.SCHOOL
YOUR CHILDREN
NEED YOUR PRESENCE,
MORE THAN YOUR PRESENTS
W
hat we children expect from adults is an understand-
ing mind with caring heart and supportive hands to
encourage us in all our good deeds. We need someone
who can connect with us so that we could express our everyday feel-
ings with them. We don’t want to search for our elders with teary
eyes; instead, we with happy face would like to hug them in our great-
est days and darkest times supporting us. We need a talk where we
would listen to one another and could tell them how we feel, what we
want and so on. We want them to focus on us and not just on our
problems. Children have never been good at listening to their
elders, but they have never failed to imitate them. We always
consider our elders as our role model and our guiding stars.
SHAMINI BOJ S , Class XII
Satchidananda Jothi Nikethan
International School, Kallar,
Mettupalayam
LET US BE
CURIOUS
C
hildren’s expectations are moulded by various
factors, but a common source of resentment is
the dismissal of their questions and feelings. Their
innocent curiosity defines them, yet some adults avoid
uncomfortable topics, pushing kids to seek answers indepen-
dently. In the Internet age, this quest for knowledge can lead
to misinformation. Adults should create an environment where
questions are not only allowed but celebrated, fostering a
sense of security. Kids need more than just guidance; they
crave encouragement and a safe space to express feelings
without judgment. Trust becomes the foundation
as children yearn for adults to believe in
their potential.
EZHIL OVIYA V.H , Class XI
Yuvabharathi Public School
HOLD OUR HANDS
J
ust as being an adult is not
easy, being a child may also
be tiring. Constantly run-
ning towards the unfinished
goals just for mere appreciation
from parents, working hard to
satisfy their wishes while also
working on our hobbies, being a
child is relentless. One thing I
expect from adults is for them
to be understanding. Just to
hold our hands when we fall, and
pat our backs when we rise!
“ Rising and growing
is the child,
Just like the trees in
the wild,
And how they expect the adults
to be,
Just be here always for me!”
SANOFIYA SYED ,
Class XII ,
SBOA Matriculation Hr.
Sec. School, Coimbatore
THE KID WANTS THIS!
T
he list for this goes endless and at the same
time unjustified for the vast majority of it.
Adults are expected to provide the best for
their kids whilst clearly knowing that their
efforts aren’t going to be duly noticed. Talking
about the child’s perspective, their level-of-
appreciation
stoops low, primarily concentrating on the things
they missed to get their hands on. However,
thinking at its very core, the ‘needs’ of a child
fall in the likes of just love, care and affection
from the people around them. Yes, that is what
fuels the nascent humans to thrive and survive
rather than the materialistic-things, which hardly
make a dent in their journey we call life.
YASHRAJ BISHOYI , Class XI,
The Indian Public School,
Cambridge International, Erode
LITTLE BIT OF HOPE AND A
LITTLE EXTRA LOVE
A
dults are people who’ve walked first
imprinting footprints. They have walked
through various paths - easy and hard,
even before we discovered those paths in our
lives. But the world today, is something unim-
aginable, 30 years ago. And this evolution has
made it hard for the adults to understand the
youth, creating a gap between us. All that we
yearn for is a little bit of Hope, a little extra
love, as an understanding friend, we want them
to be, by giving us the liberty to live
our life by our choice.
HARSHITHA SHREE. A , Class XI ,
Adwaith Thought Academy
C
hildren expect a plethora of things from adults. We might even say our very presence and livelihood
revolves around them. However, food, clothing, and shelter barely scratch the surface
of what most of us need for nourishment, not in the physical sense but rather for our soul.
Every single child, whether seven years old or 17, needs to be loved, given the time of day and cherished.
This is what they, rather we, expect of our parents. What is crucial in this relationship is not monetary
objects but the constant verbal reassurance that one is loved, that ones
presence is felt, and that in case of trouble, one will be supported. Children expect, from teachers, not only
love but also understanding. To not be judged or seen as lesser than their peers, for their short-
comings to be fixed with a gentle vigour. This, in its essence, is what children actually expect of
adults - Love, Understanding, and Gentleness. For them to aid rather than abuse, love rather
than neglect and understand rather than scorn.
SHRUTI AMRUTHA N , Class XI, Yuvabharathi Public School
LOVE ,
UNDERSTANDING
AND GENTLENESS
MENTORSHIP
THROUGHOUT
FORMATIVE YEARS
A
s children, we have deep-seated fanta-
sies about the adults who influence our
lives. We yearn for care that calms like a
lullaby and love as warm as a loving embrace.
Like an unbreakable link, trust provides the
foundation we need to make sure our world is
a haven among life’s turbulence. As we trawl
through the enormous terrain of information,
our emotions overflow with curiosity and a
desire for direction. We watch you and hope to
see compassion, understanding, and decency
in action because we are moral sponges who
absorb your beliefs and mould them into our
own. These heartfelt wishes, condensed into a
single phrase, create an emotional tapestry
that ties us closely to the adults who mentor
us throughout our formative years.
RK. RAKSHANA , CLASS X ,
SBOA MATRICULATION HR. SEC. SCHOOL,
COIMBATORE
EDUCATORS SPEAK
FROM A
CHILD’S HEART
FROM A
CHILD’S HEART