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Jasudben ML School (JML) hosts prestigious AISM Quiz at zonal and regional Levels

Mumbai, 5th September: Jasudben ML School (JML), in Khar, Mumbai, hosted the Association of ICSE Schools in Maharashtra(AISM) quiz at both zonal and regional levels, powered by @quizzingwithami. The highly anticipated Zonal quiz was hosted on the 28th of July, 2023, while the regional level rounds were conducted on Saturday, 19th of August, 2023, at the school’s premises.

The AISM quiz received an overwhelming response, attracting participation from 76 schools, with an impressive number of 320 students competing in the Zonal level quiz with enthusiasm and fervour. These budding bright minds were divided into three sub-categories: Sub-Junior (grades VI-VIII), Junior (grades IX – X) and Senior (grades XI-XII), forming teams of two for all categories.

The quiz commenced with an enthralling oral elimination round that led to the top four teams from each category qualifying for the Zonal finals, which were held in the school auditorium on the same day. Additionally, the winning teams in each category from the Zonal level also earned an opportunity to compete in the AISM Regional Final, which was held on Saturday, 19th August 2023, on the school premises.

Commenting on this exciting quizzing event, Mrs Damayanti Bhattacharya, Principal, JML School, said, “We are absolutely thrilled and honoured here at Jasudben ML School (JML) to be chosen as the host for the highly esteemed AISM Quiz, both at the Zonal and Regional levels. The AISM Quiz is an opportunity for students to delve into a world beyond textbooks and traditional learning, challenging participants to explore a diverse range of subjects and domains. We can’t wait to witness the excitement and enthusiasm that the AISM Quiz will bring to our school premises.”

With an impressive accomplishment of over 300 live quizzes to her credit, Ms. Ami Goradia of @quizingwithami had the privilege of hosting the Zonal and Regional Rounds in Mumbai. With an extensive experience under her belt, the quiz was designed to traverse beyond textbooks, encompassing an extensive array of subjects such as arts, science, history, geography, films & television, celebrities, mathematics, music, current affairs and many more captivating domains to challenge participants’ knowledge.

Ms. Goradia is celebrated for her innovative and engaging quiz formats, ensuring an exciting, lively, and fun experience for all the participants and the audience alike. With her as the quiz master, the audience was also given a chance to participate and win exciting prizes actively. The quiz encompassed a wide array of elements, from captivating audio-visual segments to rapid-fire rounds and thought-provoking connections, ensuring an immersive journey through the vast landscape of knowledge.

Commenting on her experience, Ms. Ami Goradia, Quiz Master, AISM Quiz, said, “The Zonal Rounds of the AISM Quiz hosted by me at JML School was a resounding success with more than 300 students from 76 schools participating! The impeccable arrangements made by the school ensured that the 3 huge quizzes, including the preliminary rounds, went ahead crisply, and the entire event was finished well within time but without any compromises. Each student and all the accompanying teachers were extremely well looked after, as is the tradition of the school’s hospitality. The Regional round, too, was a resounding success along the same lines where the outstation schools were extremely expressive about their entire experience of quizzing as well as the arrangements made by the school. I am surely looking forward to hosting the Nationals of the AISM Quiz if JML plans to host them!”

With 6 teams of 02 students qualifying for the long-awaited regional finals on 19th August 2023, the quiz saw 3 teams from the schools- Hutching’s Pune, Cathedral and John Cannon, and NL Dalmia from Mumbai for sub-juniors, juniors and the seniors category going head to head with the winners going on to the National round of the AISM quiz being held on the 4th and 5th of November in Odisha.

UPES Runway Incubator Signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) With IIT Ropar’s iHUB – AWaDH

New Delhi/Dehradun, September 05, 2023: UPES Runway Incubator has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with iHUB – AWaDH (Agriculture and Water Technology Development Hub), IIT Ropar. This milestone represents a significant stride in their shared journey of advancing cutting-edge research and fostering entrepreneurship. This strategic partnership unites the two institutions, both driven by a mutual vision of advancing knowledge, driving innovation, and enhancing the startup ecosystem.

The MoU covers various key aspects that reflect the collective dedication toward driving positive transformation within academic and entrepreneurial domains. AWaDH is a first-of-its-kind innovation hub established by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) to support R&D in the domains of Agriculture, Water, IoT, and ICPS (Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems).

The collaboration will shape the future of emerging entrepreneurial ideas and ventures. It will play a pivotal role in extending financial support in the form of grants and investments, reflecting its firm dedication to nurturing and amplifying innovative initiatives. Additionally, this partnership will also support the establishment of a state-of-the-art Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) lab at UPES, backed by AWaDH. The lab will serve as a hub for fostering CPS skills among UPES and external institutions students, researchers, and startups and will also drive research and innovation in the Uttarakhand region. Moreover, the startups will also be able to leverage the lab’s resources to further its technologies.

Mr. Rahul Nainwal, CEO, Runway Incubator, said, “We aim to inspire a culture of collaborative research, drive technological innovation, and provide a nurturing environment for both students and startups. As we celebrate this significant milestone, we eagerly look forward to spurring accelerated innovation in key areas and fostering a dynamic ecosystem for aspiring entrepreneurs. Together, we strive to connect the domains of knowledge and application, charting a path towards a successful future.”

Mr. Mukesh Kestwal, Chief Innovation Officer, iHub – AWaDH, IIT Ropar said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with UPES Runway Incubator. Harnessing the power of our combined synergies, we are determined to provide unparalleled support to students, researchers, and entrepreneurs, empowering them to bring their revolutionary ideas to life. This is a strong step towards building a community that thrives on innovation, creativity, and a shared vision for a brighter and better future.”

Runway is an incubation initiative by the UPES Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (UCIE). UCIE has been recognised by the Government of Uttarakhand as a business incubator and is also a member of the University Business Incubator (UBI) Global platform. Recently, Runway Incubator also concluded its annual ‘Take Off’ Startup Challenge. The contest witnessed participation from over 400 aspiring entrepreneurs from various fields like Social Impact, Healthcare and Biotech, D2C, Fintech, Manufacturing / Robotics / AI / ML, Fashion and Lifestyle, Energy and Sustainability and Ed-tech.

iHUB – AWadh spearheads flagship initiatives like SPRINT (Strategic Program for Research Innovation and Next-Gen Tech-Commercialisation) and SAMRIDHI (Strategic Acceleration for Market, Research, Innovation & Development: A Holistic Initiative for ICPS Startups). Both initiatives focus on stimulating research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in our country through tailored guidance, skill enhancement, networking opportunities and funding support.

SLP Storytellers Wins Parent and Teacher Choice Gold Medal Award from HowtoLearn.com

Denton, TX, September 04, 2023 –SLP Storytellers, the online provider of 150+ stories, activities, plus 1,000++ photos, art, images for teaching and speech/language pathology announced today that it had won HowtoLearn.com’s 2020 Parent and Teacher Choice™ Award in the speech and language category for its website.

The Parent and Teacher Choice Awards from HowtoLearn.com are among the most recognized international awards by both parents and teachers. Each year, the parent and teacher team judges the entries based on brain-based learning principles, creativity, innovation, and fun to honor products of exceptional quality and outstanding performance at home and in the school environment.

“We are thrilled that HowtoLearn.com has recognized SLP Storytellers, which provides speech/language pathologists and teachers inexpensive and effective teaching materials from kindergarten to middle school level to achieve academic success,” said Lavelle Carlson, co-founder and CEO of SLP Storytellers.

As students, parents, and teachers have searched for less expensive and easier-to-use materials, the importance of online educational resources, like SLP Storytellers, have become necessary to support teachers, speech/language pathologists and, therefore, the learners. Furthermore, as speech/language pathologists and teachers have less time and money for material development companies like SLP Storytellers have become more important for cost-effectiveness, variety and quality, convenience and most of all, time-saving.

New Book Release: Inward to Upward

Alpharetta, GA, September 02, 2023 –Author Amanda Moore Ortega unveils a groundbreaking guide to achieving genuine success and breaking free from the toxic-success trap with the release of her book, “Inward to Upward: Discover Your Blueprint for True Success and Escape the Toxic-Success Trap Forever.”

In a world obsessed with external markers of success, “Inward to Upward” takes readers on a transformative journey inward, encouraging them to redefine their understanding of success and build a life aligned with their authentic values. This book serves as a compass for those seeking purpose, fulfillment, and sustainable achievements.

Synopsis: “Inward to Upward” delves into the heart of the contemporary success narrative and exposes the pitfalls of the toxic-success trap. Drawing on extensive research, personal anecdotes, and insightful case studies, Amanda Moore Ortega presents a powerful framework that guides readers towards cultivating a holistic and meaningful definition of success. The book introduces practical strategies to:

Identify and align with personal values
Cultivate a growth mindset and resilience
Overcome negative thoughts, fears, and limiting beliefs
Develop real self-worth by valuing your uniqueness
Embrace mindfulness and self-care for sustainable success

Unlike conventional success guides, “Inward to Upward” bridges the gap between professional accomplishments and personal well-being. Amanda Moore Ortega emphasizes the importance of nurturing one’s inner landscape to create a lasting foundation for success that is immune to the fleeting pressures of society.

Praise for “Inward to Upward”: ‘Inward to Upward’ is an easy-to-read and extremely thought-provoking book packed full of practical advice, tips and exercises you can do to overcome burnout and achieve a more balanced, rewarding and fulfilling life by redefining what success means to you. Amanda’s candor and real-life stories make you realize that you are not alone and there is a better way to feel successful while living a healthier and more meaningful life.” – M. Longacre

Author Tamela Thomas’s New Book, Alphabet Learning: Learning to Eat Good Fruit

Jackson, TN, September 01, 2023 — Tamela Thomas, a freelance writer and children’s eBook author, has completed her new book, “Alphabet Learning: Learning to Eat Good Fruit”: a charming series of poems designed to help educate readers of all ages of the wonderful benefits of all different kinds of fruits, and why eating a varied diet including these fruits is essential to leading a healthy life.

Author Tamela Thomas’s professional writing career began in 2018, and before that, most of her career has been in the medical field, gaining experience as a CNA, EKG/telemetry technician, and carepartner at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Tamela has also been a patient advocate, foster care, social worker assistant, radiology technologist, and certified occupational therapy assistant. Tamela holds a BA in professional studies in social services, behavior science, and organizational leadership from the University of Memphis at Lambuth in Jackson Tennessee. The author is an entrepreneur operating her Mobile CPR business TSJ where she is an American Heart Association certified CPR instructor in Jackson, Tennessee.

Thomas writes, “This book contains vital information that will assist in the value of eating wholesome fruits. It will help the body function, make you feel like you’re at a happy junction. It will improve your body movement with extra energy to spare, but giving it up, you wouldn’t dare; neither will you want to share. If you are willing to encourage your child with a treat, may see some happy faces while he/she eat.”

Author Herb Curdgele’s New Book, I Can’t Sing My Father’s Songs

Secaucus, NJ, September 01, 2023 –Herb Curdgele, a mechanical engineer whose real concern is this planet, has completed his new book, “I Can’t Sing My Father’s Songs”: a thought-provoking true story detailing the author’s life from his upbringing to the present, and the family relationships that shaped him, specifically with his own father.

“Mothers, fathers, wives, and all should read this book,” writes Curdgele. “It’s about one boy’s love for his father and all the people that got into his life as he grew up. That little boy never lost his love for his dad.”

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Herb Curdgele’s enthralling tale is a deeply personal and emotional story that will take readers on an unforgettable ride as Curdgele navigates the mysteries and trials of life that await him at every turn. Expertly paced and poignant, “I Can’t Sing My Father’s Songs” weaves an intimate self-portrait that is sure to remain with readers long after its conclusion.

Debbie Bradshaw-Badois’s New Book, Dethroning Your Personal Tyrants

Maineville, OH, September 01, 2023 — Fulton Books author Debbie Bradshaw-Badois, who has worked as education consultant for thirty years, instructing college-level critical writing, independent writing workshops, and writing skills for area universities, has completed her most recent book, “Dethroning Your Personal Tyrants”: a powerful tool to help readers discover the vital steps to achieve self-healing and a greater sense of happiness.

Bradshaw-Badois writes, “‘Dethroning Your Personal Tyrants’ is a personal account on releasing emotional blocks stemmed from negative events, people, relationships, or vices that prevent an individual from letting go of a painful past, healing, and moving forward in the present, living in peace. Throughout the book, it provides guidance to forgiving yourself and others with a focus on self-worth and self-love, which ultimately allows a person to take back the power in one’s life.

“Dethroning personal tyrants that were toxic and had an internal grip on you is transformative. It places you in control and on the throne of your life again. Each chapter outlines valuable advice that anyone can practice as a result of painful memories or situations that left years of unhealed internal wounds.”