Magic Bus Centre For Learning & Development, Karjat. Bus Newsletter...interesting and creative and pushed us to face our fears.” Trusha Yadavilli, XI C “This is actually a lifetime

SLP Camp 2017 ●Volume 3, Issue 3 ●Magic Bus Centre for Learning & Development ●DPS Pune

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Leadership Skills

Over the course of the three-day Magic Bus Programme, the students cultivated a variety of skills that can be utilised by them long after the duration of the trip. They learnt about emotions and how to control them and face practical situations that put them face to face with their fears, apprehension and anxiety. They also found that often times the goals that they set for themselves are much more important than the ones that other people or society sets for them. The students imbibed the knowledge that effective communication is the key to any successful endeavour and that

without it they will be left in the dark. The students also saw the necessity of taking the responsibility for their own actions rather than placing the entire blame on the group individual faults. After all, they wouldn't equally divide the credit had the endeavour been completely successful. Finally, the students saw the value in individual stories and realised that empathy is a much better tool than sympathy in any situation. These experiences left the students with valuable skills that would mould them into better leaders in the future.

Magic Bus Centre For Learning & Development, Karjat.

Knowledge can be imparted in various ways, but one of the most lasting methods is through gaining hands on experience. While school can take care of the theoretical realm, it is places like the Magic Bus Centre which teach us about qualities like personal leadership, empathy and much more through practical activities. According to Hitaishi Grover, the Course Leader of the Magic Bus Centre, Experiential Learning and

Experiential Education

Experiential Education are two very different things. We learn to walk and to eat by ourselves and that Experiential "Learning". On the other hand the values that were inculcated during the activities on this trip are Experiential "EDUCATION". It purposefully engages learners in direct experience and focused reflection in order to increase knowledge, develop skills, clarify values, and develop people's capacity to contribute to their communities.

Ask yourself if what you are doing today is getting you closer to where you want

to be tomorrow.

One touch of nature makes the whole world kin!

October 8th to October 10th, 2017 Highlights

Day 03-October 10th • Learning about Leadership

Qualities through mind-

boggling activities

• Playing in the rain is an

experience that brings with it

many knowledgeable facts.

• Review and Introspection

Serendipity in Nature

Swaying under the limitless sky The land of the Red Bus in which, Dense woods like wich Unveiling the qualities to our eye. Annoying ants and slithering snakes Whistling woodpecker and the beautiful butterfly Leaving us awestruck by the appearance that they make About these creatures there's nothing fake. Spellbound by the mist and dew

With open arms the Earth welcomed the soft falling rain Beginning of each day was marked by the Sun's cue The days spent here are too few. The dusk sinks into tantalising tangerine And time passes with laboured ease The ambience sleeps serene and we all slumber in thoughts of how the day had been.


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A moment’s insight is sometimes

worth a life’s experience.

Anyone who thinks sunshine is

pure happiness, has never

danced in the rain.

Our Experiential Education

Training Coaches

An Insightful Journey

The students actually felt that they had accomplished targets after the meticulous planning and applying their Decision Making Skills adequately. 'Think before you act' is a concept that they will apply for life hence.

The sky is the not the limit when one successfully conquers his fear..... And this promise was in the air during all three days at the Camp.

Amidst the several skills that were honed the students realized that perseverance and patience is very essential to face any challenge.

Rock climbing required individuals to analyse and identify all the crucial holds that help in shaping the path of an uneven and complicated journey. The Low Rope course gave the groups a variety of challenges which required the entire group to stand with its players through each obstacle course. The team required to empathise with its members. Stepping Stones was an activity where, strategising communication and awareness of the surrounding were crucial. This game helped a lot of teams achieve a good rapport amongst all team members. Animal treat was a game that seemed to be a remarkably simple task but turned out to be a rather puzzling and thorough brain teaser. The game taught the students about being positive in their outlook and the importance of staying calm and composed even in most pressurised times. The final activity was 'Eggs Can Fly' which revolved around the communication and brain - storming amongst the group.

An Experience that will Last a Life-Time

Three days at the Magic Bus Camp have resulted in immense behavioural, emotional and psychological changes. The myriad activities that were encompassed with thrill and adventure helped the students grow at an intellectual level. Rappelling taught the students about the vitality of taking 'the first step' which is often the hardest in all situations and challenges. This task simplifies itself as we move ahead step-by-step shedding all our fears.

Finding our Groups –

United we stand

This requires all participants to be vocal about their ideas and thoughts and be open to others views in order to work together and to save a life. In totality the students were away from home bereft of their comfort zone, social media and other distractions proved to be highly relaxing and blissful for them. Inculcation of values augmented with every activity that would help them with all future endeavours. These were indeed cherishable moments for the students.


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Student Speak

“This has been a great experience. I learnt

many things through fun activities. Personal

Leadership has been the highlight of the

trip for me.”

Samiksha Agrawal, XI C

“Through all the activities we learnt a

new Life Skill and various human qualities

as well as. I have enjoyed this Camp a lot. It truly is the best way of learning!”

Sanjana Nair, XI C

“I want to spend more time with my friends

here learning in nature. This has been an

amazing trip, with amazing trainers and our

amazing teachers!”

Rajat Srivastava, XI A

“We are enjoying all our activities and

the lap of nature. I really don’t want to

go back to Pune. The activities have truly

given us food for thought!”

Tanay Bora, XI B

“Magic bus has helped me to become

independent through the various activities.

The facilities at this centre are outstanding.

Thanks to all who have made this trip

possible!”

Suchandana Patoa, XI D

“The activities today, on the concluding

day have taught me morals. They also

gave me a deeper understanding of a

couple of life skills. It feels wonderful!”

Sakshi Kanodia, XI D

“This was an awesome experience! It was

really fun to participate in the advernerous

activities”

Atharva Kabra, XI C

“ We all enjoyed the activities. The food

was good and we learnt many new

skills.”

Hait Daga, XI C

“I would like to thank Principal Ma’am and

for giving us an amazing opportunity! I truly have enjoyed a lot and learnt many skills.”

Shambhavi Hendre, XI C

“I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

The activities we engaged in have

taught me many values. The low rope

course especially taught me a lot about

trust.” Gauri Sinha, XI D

“I have had one of the best times with the

best people. The activities are a lot of fun.

The staff is amazing and so is the food. It is

a beautiful campus too!”

Harsh Oswal, XI C

“I am extremely happy right now!

Through this Camp I have had an

opportunity to discover myself and my

friend better.”

Virupaaksh Lakhotia, XI A


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Student Speak

“Apart from being extremely fun the Camp

also taught us a lot. All the activities were

interesting and creative and pushed us to

face our fears.”

Trusha Yadavilli, XI C

“This is actually a lifetime opportunity. The

adventure sport activities were quite

unique and new for me.”

Gurbani Nayyar, XI D

“The trip has been a refreshing experience

and has provided me with a deeper insight

into myself and my qualities.”

Ishaan Shetty, XI C

“I don’t want to go back to school! I

have had a very well organised break

from everything and have spent quality

time with my friends.”

Karan Saxena, XI C

“I have thoroughly enjoyed the Camp. I

have learnt how to tackle everyday

problems with a better outlook which I am

sure will help me in the future.”

Riya Sachdev, XI D

“All mentors were very encouraging. The

Magic Bus Centre is absolutely beautiful. The activities made me truly introspect.”

Hazel Bahal, XI D

“This has been an amazing experience!

The food was great and the group

activities were very interesting!”

Neil Baranwal, XI C

“It has been a very different experience.

We did rappelling and the low rope

course and many activities which we

have never done before.”

Shubh Taneja, XI C

“This place has been a fabulous

experience that I am going to cherish

throughout my life. Being with our friends,

having fun and learning was an

exceptional experience.”

Tanvi Krishnakumar, XI D

“The trip has been excellent and it has

given me a deeper insight into my

qualities. It has also been a wonderful

way to explore nature.”

Yash Lodha, XI C

“This has been a fantastic journey and we

have lot of gained knowledge. I would like

to thank everyone at Magic Bus as well as

our school who has provided us this

opportunity.” Anant Tripathi, XI D

“Participation and enthusiasm of the

students was downright amazing and

contagious to a level that we in the MB

Programme team planned and

executed each experience with gusto.”

Ms. Hitaishi Grover, Course Leader, MB Centre

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Leadership is the capability to translate vision into reality.

Pictures Speak Louder Than Words


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The same boiling water that softens the potato hardens the egg; it’s about what you’re

made of, not the circumstances!



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People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing



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We are not a team because we work together. We are a team because we respect, trust and

care for each other.


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