High School

With the pressure mounting up on the students of Grade X who are going to appear for the SSC board examinations in the month of March, need for a workshop on concentration and emotional balance is the need of the hour. A special work shop of 2 hours on Sushumna Nadi Kriya yoga was thus conducted at our school on 4th Feb, the auspicious day of Ratha Saptami. Mrs Sirisha Rudra Raju, mentor, Divya Babaji Sushumna Nadi Kriya yoga Foundation, Conducted the workshop throwing light on the ancient and powerful technic of Kriya yoga that was practiced by our sages. Focussing on cosmic energy, she elaborated on SUSHUMNA NADI YOGA and its practice to channelise our energies in the right direction. She made the audience spell bound with her talk on the functioning of brain, our behaviour basing on our mental condition and the ways to win over the emotional conflicts. She reinforced on the practices to be followed for generating positive attitude within us. Mrs. Sireesha made the students practice the Sushumna Nadi yoga for 45 minutes. She urged all to practice the same for 45 days to stream line our thought processes to get best results. Mrs Sirisha was accompanied by Smt. Padmaja, a yoga practitioner and mentor herself, who promised us to continue with the sessions for 45 days further in our school at the best interest of the students.

Maa Saraswati's birthday which falls on Shuklapaksh panchami of Magha month is celebrated as Vasantha Panchami. As per Hindu mythology on this day, Prahlada was sent to Gurukul to gain knowledge. So, this day has a strong significance in any educational institution. On this occasion, a special pooja and 'Poornahuti homam' for goddess Saraswati was performed under the supervision of Executive Officer Sri. Penumtsa Viswanadha Raju at Sri Talampulamma Talli temple, Lovakotturu. Receiving invitation from Talampulamma Talli temple authorities, students and teachers from various schools attended the pooja which was conducted at the spacious hall of the newly renovated temple. Around 220 students and staff from Tuni Payakaraopeta attended the sacred homa performed by the temple priests. The Executive Officer and the temple authorities made all the necessary arrangements to make it a grand success. After the 'homa', the temple authorities distributed pens and 'prasada' (gift of God) to all the students and teachers. All the students and teachers had a holy bath in the ocean of devotion.

Reliance Industries Limited, in collaboration with the District Education Department organized the Reliance Dhirubhai Ambani Quiz 2024 for students from both government and private schools in Kakinada, East Godavari. The quiz was open to students in grades 8 to 10 and covered topics in General Knowledge, World and Indian History, and Current Affairs, in addition to their regular curriculum. M. Harini of 9th Einstein and L. Sai Bhuvanesh of 8th SPAES rode to Success by winning 3rd prize in Reliance Quiz competition. They were honoured with cycles and certificates. The audio-visual quiz was conducted at Ambedkar Bhavan in Kakinada on 7th December, 2024.640 students from 160 high schools participated in this prestigious Quiz Programme. The event was conducted to mark the birth anniversary of Reliance Industries’ founder-chairman Dhirubhai Ambani as part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

Students always evince their unquenchable amount of thirst for knowledge. Having gone through the lesson 'The Story of Palampur Village', in which students learn about the growth of Palampur as a self-reliant village with its industries, students wanted to know whether such village exist within our vicinity. To quench their thirst, Sri Prakash conducted a visit to S. Narasapuram village what is known for its foam and coir mattress industry, CC Mattresses Private Limited. This industry is owned by Sri. Kishore Chakka, an entrepreneur based in Tuni.  Students of grade VIII and IX actively took part in it.
How jubilant our student world when they got firsthand information on making coir and foam mattress. Students learnt how villages can grow with the help of non-farming activities like foam bed industry. Their live interaction with Mr. R. Alok Kumar, manager, brought life to their knowledge. They learnt the process of making foam bed which includes vulcanization of natural husk of coconut into rubberised coir. As a part of vulcanization, the natural coir is treated with latex and other chemicals like potassium, zink etc. to protect it from bio risks. The process includes punching and pressing under drums and hydraulic press. Students learnt how a farm product (coconut) supports the growth of non-farming industries like coir bed, jaggery, processed food etc.

Grade VII students embarked on a field trip to a small-scale industry located in Ramakrishna Colony, where they witnessed the art of sweet and snack making. The owner, Mr. Kanakam Durga Prasad, graciously hosted the students, providing a step-by-step explanation and demonstration of the production process. From sourcing locally available raw materials to utilizing machinery that simplifies the process, the students gained valuable insights into the industry's operations.
The industry not only provides employment opportunities to local women but also offers a daily wage ranging from ₹300 to ₹500. The packed food items are supplied to nearby villages, Tuni, and even distant cities like Vizag and Rajahmundry. The industry's diverse product range includes groundnut laddus, chekodi , mixture, bundi, jantukalu, and chekkalu, among others.
On a daily basis, the industry produces 22-30 boxes per item, utilizing 100 kilograms of flour in the process. The mechanical process employed by the industry has significantly enhanced productivity while reducing manual labour requirements.
The students had a wonderful time as they moved along the space enjoying the sweet smell of fresh jaggery, and crispy mumure and chegodies that filled the air. 
They also learnt the humbleness of Sri. Durga prasad as he explained his intention of providing employment opportunity to the women folk of his village.  

'Farming is Profitable' says our today's guest Mr. Ashok Kumar. Talking on the topic whether we should show sympathy towards farmers, he said farming can be more profitable than any other industries.    He quoted a papaya farmer who became a millioneer within a span of year with just one acre of land. 
He enlightened the students about various farming techniques like subsistent, intensive, extensive and commercial farming. 
Highlighting the importance of food safety, he cited the example of Bengal famine which caused the death of 30 lakh civilians and led to the establishment of Food Corporation of India by central govt. He said FCI godowns store enough food supplies that can meet the needs of people for 3 years even if droughts and famines disturb us.
He guided the students on different courses that could be pursued to get jobs in agricultural sector. At this juncture he highlighted how skill development surpasses gaining knowledge.
His famous quote 'farming is healthy, wealthy and flexible' grabbled the students' attention. His 1 1/2-hour speech was well-received by grade 8 and 9 students. 
As a token of thanks, he was given a memento and a book bouquet.

Dr Ravi Kiran, Pediatrician and Neonatologist, Area Hospital, Tuni, visited our school as Atithi for grade viii and ix students. He was invited to bring out better awareness on 'Human Resources in the Health care sector 'a lesson in social studies His insightful session captivated class 8 and 9students as he addressed critical topics impacting children's well-being.
Dr. Ravikiran began by throwing light on the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR), explaining its significance as a health indicator and emphasizing the importance of preventive measures to reduce Infant Mortality Rate. He highlighted the role of early medical interventions, and proper immunization.
Addressing the issue of malnutrition, he explained its long-term effects on a child’s physical and cognitive development. Dr. Ravikiran encouraged students to adopt balanced diet and avoid nutritional deficiencies. He also introduced the concept of Body Mass Index (BMI), explaining how it helps assess an individual's health based on their weight and height, and stressed the importance of maintaining a healthy BMI through proper nutrition and regular physical activity.
The harmful effects of junk food were a focal point of his talk. He highlighted how excessive consumption of processed foods can lead to obesity, diabetes, and other lifestyle diseases, urging students to make healthier food choices.
And also discussed the dangers of self-medication. He emphasized that taking medicines without a doctor’s advice can lead to adverse reactions, drug resistance, and serious health complications.
Finally, he spoke about the Universal Immunization Program (UIP) and the vaccines it covers, including BCG, DPT, and OPV, which protect children from life-threatening diseases. He urged students to ensure timely vaccinations for their children.
The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, where Dr. Ravikiran answered queries from students and staff. The school management expressed gratitude for his invaluable contribution to promoting health awareness and presented him a memento.

Dr. P. Renuka, a Senior dentist in Bharat dental hospital, Tuni visited our School as Atithi and conducted an awareness session for students of classes VI and VII as part of their lesson from General Science. She explained about protection of Teeth Layers and discussed the importance of enamel, dentin, and pulp in maintaining oral health.
Dr. Renuka also suggested proper brushing techniques. She demonstrated the correct way to brush the upper jaw and lower jaw to ensure thorough cleaning.
She addressed the effects of Junk Food, highlighting how junk food damages teeth and emphasized on healthy eating habits.
The session aimed to instil good oral hygiene practices among students.
The students eagerly raised many questions on the issues like decaying of teeth, shedding of milk teeth, brushing practices etc and the dentist gave a detailed explanation for each of their queries making the programme a great success.