Why AI session?The students lacked a strong foundation in basic computer knowledge and were not exposed to current technology despite the fact that 11th standard students each received a free laptop from the state government. This was particularly noticeable among the girls, who were unfamiliar with even basic laptop operations. With today's technology available to everyone, it … [Read more...] about Basic computer application and Artificial Intelligence session with Anando and Mitali
Camp
Summer Mini Camp: A Week of Fun Learning and Exploration
The Summer Mini Camp, held from March 25th to March 29th, 2024, was a lively center of activity and learning. With sessions in morning and evenings, children immersed themselves in a variety of enriching experiences designed to spark curiosity, foster growth, and create lasting memories. Exploring Awareness through the Body (ATB): One of the highlights of the camp was the … [Read more...] about Summer Mini Camp: A Week of Fun Learning and Exploration
Banana Music with New Makey Makey Kits
During the Christmas camp, the students had time to work on new STEM activities. Aoife, who works with a youth development organization called Foroige in Ireland, came to visit during this holiday. Thamarai recently collaborated with Foroige Ireland to create a virtual exhibition. During Aoife's visit, she generously donated Makey Makey kits and microbits. She showed students … [Read more...] about Banana Music with New Makey Makey Kits
End of year festival day at Thamarai
A festival day prepared during winter camp Just before the new year finished, children led a week-long winter camp focused on designing a community festival day that brought people from Annai Nagar, Allankuppam and Auroville together in fun and learning. The children were busy all week planning and working together to organise this event. They designed gift cards for … [Read more...] about End of year festival day at Thamarai