Blogs
06
Jan'26
An Ode to Joy
When Beethoven wrote the Ode to Joy, it was to be the grandiose conclusion that his seminal 9th symphony deserved. A tragedy in its essence, the Ode to Joy reflects optimism, something that this world desperately needs. Ergo, you have the anthem of the European Union. The Story of Calcutta is three barren settlements coming together to form what was to become one of the greatest cities of the world in the 20th century.
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BHOLA’S JOURNEY FROM KOLKATA TO CALIFORNIA
Nirbhik “Bhola” Senjee was born on 3rd June 2012 in a large, bustling household nestled in the heart of South Kolkata. The house, painted in faded cream and bordered with iron railings, had stood for over a century.
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09
Dec'25
Learning, the Way It Was Meant to Be
The French philosopher and teacher Simone Weil once said, ‘The joy of learning is as indispensable in study as breathing is in running.’
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Without order, freedom cannot last; without freedom, order is oppression.
Freedom is one of those ideals we claim to cherish universally, but whose meaning has shifted across centuries. For the Stoics, freedom meant inner mastery—rising above passions. For Rousseau, it meant the “general will” binding people together. For the American revolutionaries, it was freedom from tyranny. And yet, freedom, when left unchecked, has often collapsed into chaos.
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15
Jan'25
The Importance of Play-Based Learning in Early Education
In today’s fast-paced world, early education plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s future. At Birla High School, we recognize that learning should not be confined to books and classrooms alone. Play-based learning is an essential approach that fosters cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in young learners. By integrating play into education, we ensure that students develop critical skills in an engaging and enjoyable manner.
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