Official launching Ceremony: 25th Nov 2009

And the wait is over! Our blog is officially launched today, 25th Nov 2009. Our dream for an identity on the 'net' is now a reality. As a result of the works by our VHSE IT Club, our blog is officially launched in a colourful ceremony at our MOBE lab.

The function started with prayer

Welcome speech by Swetha Chandran

In the welcome speech, Swetha Chandran clearly expressed our views about this project. The need for a platform for popularizing our day-today activities in the school is given more importance. "Blogs often become more than a way to just communicate; they become a way to reflect on life", she said.

"The wait is over!" - The audience

Presidential speech by VHSE Principal Smt. Padmini teacher

The blog officially launched by HSS Principal Sri. Aboobacker sir

Sri. Aboobacker sir viewing the blog with the overjoyed audience

Inaugural speech by Sri. Aboobacker sir

In the inaugural speech, Sri. Aboobacker sir talked about the skills and talents of the students and appreciated their efforts. He also wished that this blog will help in improvising the skills and talents of the students. Sir also reminded us about the historical importance of Govt. Vocational Higher Secondary School, Perinthalmanna.

Felicitation by High school IT Co-ordinator Sri. George sir

Felicitation by HSS IT Co-ordinator Sri. Mujeeb Rahiman sir

During the felicitation, George sir gave information about the 'school-wiki project'. Mujeeb sir mentioned about how blogs are influencing the life style of the people.

Vote of thanks by VHSE IT Club Secretary Fabna Noor

Invitation

Inviting you to the official launching ceremony of our blog.

Date & Time: 25th Nov 2009 3:00 pm

Venue: MOBE Lab

Launched by: HSS Principal Sri. Aboobacker sir.

One-Day Orientation Training Programme for Adolescent Girls: 23rd Nov 2009

Adolescence is the most crucial period in a person's life. Adolescent girls go through a turbulent phase at this time due to rapid physical growth accompanied by mental, emotional and physiological changes. Gender inequalities give adolescent girls less social exposure and less opportunity. Moreover, adolescent girls are future mothers and investing in their welfare is crucial in promoting maternal and child health.  During adolescence, girls need proper nutrition, care and guidance. They also need, exposure to more opportunities and ways of improving their self-esteem and decision making capabilities.

To address the above mentioned needs of the adolescent girls, Government of India have accorded sanction for the implementation of “Kishori Shakthi Yojana” in the 163 selected schools in the State. Our school is also a part of this programme.

As a continuation of this work, a One-Day Orientation Training programme was conducted for the girl students of our school at Perinthalmanna Municipal Town Hall on 23rd Nov 2009. The function was inaugurated by Smt. Nafeesa teacher, Block Panchayath President, Perinthalmanna. The function was presided by Sri. K.T. Sayed, Standing Committee Chairman, Perinthalmanna Municipality. Smt. Nadira Beevi, C.D.P.O. Perinthalmanna welcomed the guests and Sri. T.K. Jayan, PTA Pesident expressed Vote of Thanks. Sri. Kutteeri Manuppa, Ward Councillor and Sri. Aboobacker sir, HSS Principal talked in the function.

The morning session was handled by Sri. Muhammed Kattuppara, Co-ordinator, N.H.R.M. Perinthalmanna and the afternoon session was handled by Smt. K. Sakeena, Deputy D.M.O. Manjeri. The two sessions kept more importance to Health-care, Personal hygiene and Need of nutritious food. Both the interactive sessions gave more emphasis to Adolescent problems.

Film show: 16th Nov 2009

We got the opportunity to see the historic film "Pazhassi Raja" directed by Hariharan. The film show was exclusively for the students. The programme was arranged by our school's "Saamskaarika Vedi". The show was arranged at Key Cee Movies, Perinthalmanna. It was a wonderful experience for us.

Vocational Expo and Science Fair: 12th Nov 2009

Our Vocational Expo & Science Fair was inaugurated by Sri. Kutteeri Manuppa, Ward Councillor. PTA President Sri T. K. Jayan presided the function. HSS Principal Sri. Aboobacker sir welcomed everybody and VHSE Principal Smt. Padmini teacher expressed Vote of Thanks.

As part of the Expo, MLT students conducted Haemoglobin estimation of selected high school students and screened the Anaemic students of the school. They also did Blood grouping.

MOBE students checked BP, demonstrated the working and usage of ECG machine and Colorimeter. With the help of visual aids, they also explained different scanning procedures. Altogether the function was very informative and a great success.

Ward Councillor Sri. Kutteeri Manuppa inaugurates the Vocational Expo

HSS Principal Sri. Aboobacker sir welcomes the guests

Presidential speech by PTA President Sri. T. K. Jayan

VHSE Principal Smt. Padmini teacher and HSS Principal Sri. Aboobacker sir on the Dais

The audience

Blood collection by VHSE students

MLT teacher Smt. Resmi instructing students

Hb estimation using Colorimeter

“Prevalence of Iron Deficiency Anaemia among school children in G.V.H.S.S. Perinthalmanna” - Project No.1 by VHSE students:

The study aims to assess the prevalence of anaemia among school children in G.V.H.S.S. Perinthalmanna. According to a UNICEF report, more than two billion people worldwide are anaemic; due mostly to iron deficiency. The prevalence of anaemia is disproportionately high in developing countries due to dietary practices, high disease burden, frequent pregnancies, and poor access to health services.

Anaemia has a serious negative impact on growth and development during adolescence (11-19 years of age). Adolescence is an opportune time for interventions to address anaemia. Also, adolescents are open to new information and new practices since they are often striving for physical or academic excellence.

A cross-sectional questionnaire was prepared and relevant information are collected from the 8th, 9th and 10th standard students. Based on the data collected, the possibly anaemic students were identified. Hb estimation was done by the students under the supervision of MLT teacher and instructor.

MLT students doing the blood test

With the help of the questionnaire, 80 high school students were identified prone to anaemia. After the Hb estimation, they are classified as:

• Normal : 46 Nos.
• Mild anaemic : 28 Nos.
• Severe anaemic : 6 Nos.

In the 80 students we tested, 34 were identified as 'anaemic'.

Waiting for their turn - Students waiting for Hb test

Blood Grouping - Project No.2 by VHSE students:

As part of the Vocational Expo, blood group of 62 High school students were determined.

• A +ve : 10 Nos.
• A -ve : Nil
• B +ve : 19 Nos.
• B -ve : 1 No.
• AB +ve : 3 Nos.
• AB -ve : NIL
• O +ve : 26 Nos.
• O -ve : 3 Nos.

Normal occurrence:

• O group : 45%
• B group : 30%
• A group : 20%
• AB group : 5%

The analysis of test results almost matches the normal occurrence.

"BP - The silent killer" - Free BP check-up -  Project No.3 by VHSE students:

A free BP check-up for the public was arranged as part of the Expo. An awareness about BP was also given to the public.

Blood pressure of 75 persons were checked. Out of which 43 were in the age group 12-19, 26 were in 20-49 age group and 6 persons were in the age group 50 and above. We identified hypertension mostly in the age group from 20-49 (27%), hypotension in the age group 12-19 (7%) and Isolated systolic hypertension in the age group 50 and above (50%)

Hypertension:

• 12-19 age group: 1 person (2%)
• 20-49 age group: 7 persons (27%)
• 50 and above age group: 2 persons (33%)

Hypotension:

• 12-19 age group: 3 persons (7%)

Isolated systolic hypertension:

• 50 and above age group: 3 persons (50%)

"Prevention is better than cure" - Charts displaying information about BP

Through the VHSE stalls:

Welcome board prepared using running lights

The most precious visitors:

The students of G.M.L.P. School, Perinthalmanna visited our stalls. Most of the kids were so curious that it's being a wonderful experience for the VHSE students to clear their doubts.

Eager to learn more... - Students from G.M.L.P. School, Perinthalmanna

"Picture abhi bhi baaki hai mere dost!" - Some more from the stalls:

Charts prepared from News paper cuttings about environmental issues by HSS students

Coin and currency collection

The Eye-catchers:

Can you imagine a lamp made of glass and waste bottles? Vivek. K. 1st year MLT student made this dream a real one. His lamp made of waste materials like glass pieces and bottles, was one of the most attractive products of Work experience fair conducted in our school. Vivek and his lamp attracted the visitors and he bagged the first prize in this category.

News in "Madhyamam" daily dated 13th Nov 2009

Who told you that modern youth is away from traditional paths and they are ignoring our tradition and culture? Mohammed Shereef. K. representing 1st year MLT made an exquisite basket out of palm leaves and he proved that this type of traditional vocations are secure in the hands of our youth.

MOBE 2nd year student Mohammed Ashiq. P. bagged a lot of appreciation for making a beautiful house using thermocoal.

Fancy ornaments made by MOBE 2nd year student Sajitha. K. was another noticable item in the Work experience fair.

The fair also displayed fabric painting, products using different types of threads, beeds and embroidery works etc.