Welcome to the Chrysalis High blog, where we share the thinking behind how we teach and the small moments that make up a school year. Some posts come from our teachers, on how children actually learn to read, or settle into a new grade, or find their feet in a subject that once scared them. Others are practical, written with parents in mind: choosing a board, easing exam stress, making screen time work rather than worry. And some are simply glimpses of life on campus. There is no fixed schedule and no filler. We post when we have something worth saying. Have a look through what is below.
UncategorizedThe Paralympic Games 2024, which was conducted from August 28 to September 8 was surely a monumental celebration with the human spirit and athletic prowess at the center of its core. This global event which was conducted features athletes who have certain disabilities competing at the highest levels. This program also testifies to inclusivity and […]
UncategorizedAs Americans are all set to cast their ballots in November the world is surely watching quite closely the election of the US president. This important vote will not just determine the country’s leadership but will also include the elections of the Congress members who will play quite a significant role in shaping the laws […]
FestivalIntroduction: The 10-day Hindu festival, Ganesh Chaturthi, is no less of a wonder when it comes to its celebrations. This festival is celebrated in the commemoration of the birth of Lord Ganesha, the deity of auspicious beginnings. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Ganesha is the younger son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is […]
Student CornerIntroduction India is a country that is far and wide known for its scanty population in the prehistoric age. However, do you know what a tribe is? During the prehistoric tribe, relatively small groups were scattered throughout the country in various spots. These small groups of people were said to be a tribe. The tribal […]
Health & NutritionEmbarrassed, ashamed, and afraid are a few of the feelings that usually stop us from talking about our mental health and the concerns related to it. However, living a fully productive life will depend more on mental health than physical health. So, what is mental health? There are still a lot of people around who […]
The year 2024 sure saw many disasters, especially the disastrous landslides from Yunnan in China to Papua New Guinea in May that killed over 2,000 even from Sulawesi Island in Indonesia to Wayanad in Kerala in July. The death toll of the landslide that occurred in Wayanad district has reached about 276 with at least […]
The Israel-Palestine conflict is one of the persisting and oldest conflicts that has taken place in the world. Both now and then the situation is escalating to deadly heights such that it is causing destruction and deaths in many regions. But how did this Israel-Palestine conflict start and what has led it to become one […]
Child LearningIntroduction Elephants, despite their huge size, are quite gentle creatures. Also, unlike their size, they cannot move alone; they always move in herds. Sounds like something that you have seen in a forest? Well, then, there’s a lot more you might not know about these gentle creatures. They are also considered to be the largest […]
FestivalIntroduction Teacher’s Day in India is quite a special occasion which is celebrated as a tribute to teachers all around India and to acknowledge their significant efforts in growing the society. It coincides with the birthday of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. Well, now who was Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan? He was a teacher, philosopher, and the second […]
Student CornerIntroduction Have you ever thought on August 15 why we celebrate Independence Day in India? While most of us do know the importance of the day, we often need to remember the significance that this day holds. It was on August 15 that India acquired its long-lost freedom from the British Empire. To know about […]
India defeated South Africa to win the 2024 T20 World Cup, ending their lengthy international trophy drought. India became the second team in the event to win the T20 World Cup thrice, behind West Indies and England. An indication of India’s lasting influence in the sport is the country’s extensive record of international victories in […]
The 2024 Summer Olympics, also known as the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad and formally known as Paris 2024, are an ongoing international multi-sport competition that will take place in France from July 24 to August 11, 2024, with July 26 serving as Opening Ceremony. The primary host city is Paris, with events also taking […]