Holiday programme for kids
Dolls by Design - more creative construction and 'one hundred things to do' for children 3 to 7 years from a living planet called Mother Earth and Gaia Preschool and Childcare Center (TM) at RT Nagar. Using Lovelock's theory of Gaia as a living organism that creates a cyclic exchange, children and facilitators use imagination and fantasy to combine a range of everyday natural and made-made waste materials to design toys and creatures that come alive with a personality of their own. Timings: 9 to 3 pm (includes breakfast) Date: October 15 to October 19. Contact: 9341936039/6037 and 32405263/64 to keep those little hands busy and engaged during the Dussera holidays.
Spelling contest
The 2007 Tanglewood Concepts English Spelling Championship will begin on October 28, in Bangalore. This is a call for top-spellers from all over South India (Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, Trivandrum, Coimbatore, Erode, Ernakulam, Calicut and Thrissur).
This contest is open to all children from 6 years to 16 years of age. Students studying in 11th Standard or PUC are not eligible to participate. The children who have been selected from the first round at the district level on October 28, 2007 are eligible to compete for the championship round. The Championship round will be held in the auditorium of Good Shepherd's Auditorium, Museum Road, Bangalore, on December 02, 2007.
The purpose of this contest is to help children improve their skills in spelling, to increase their vocabulary, to develop a sound knowledge of the English Language and to instil self-confidence while facing an audience. The preliminary Round is a written contest. The contestants have to write down the correct spelling of the words that are dictated to them by a competent announcer. Cash prize of Rs. 15,000 to 25,000 will be awarded to the winners of each group.
The National Champion who is the winner of the Championship Round will get a cup with his/ her name engraved on it, along with a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh. Contact: Ganesh S.K. Tanglewood Concepts, 91-(0)80-41519660, Mobile: 9880819000. Email: englishspelling@tanglewoodconcepts.com
National Science Olympiad
The 10th National Science Olympiad is going to be held on November 29, 2007 in India and the neighbouring countries. The National Science Olympiad is open to all schools and for Class III to XII students. For details contact the State Coordinator on 9449813290.
Maths Olympiad
The 2nd Nationwide Interactive Maths Olympiad (NIMO) will be conducted for Class I to XII on November 22, 2007 all over India by Eduheal Foundation. NIMO, the first of its kind in India, is a talent search contest that is aimed at promoting a love for Maths among students. For details contact the Regional Coordinator on 9901048058.
Interior Design Diploma
Instruct jointly with Creators and Designers, Institute of Interior Design is starting a six months Basic and one year Diploma in Interior Design for housewives, students and working executives from October 25, 2007.
The classes will be conducted both in the morning and afternoon. The course includes guest lectures, site visits and material seminars.
The topics includes vaastu, landscaping, colour, flooring, furniture, plumbing and sanitary, false ceiling, lighting, acoustics etc.
For applications and admissions contact: Institute for Research Development and Training and Training of Construction Trades and Management (Instruct), 1st Floor, UVCE Alumni Association Building, KR Circle, Bangalore-560001 between 11 am and 1 pm. Last date for submission of application is October 22, 2007. For details contact: 22248254/ 22248255.
TWB launches TWB online
The Writers Block (TWB) has made a foray into the world of online education with the launch of its unique initiative - TWB Online (http://www.twb-dl.com). TWB is a provider of technical documentation outsourcing and training services and runs the TWB Fundamental and TWB Associate certifications programmes. It is also the first Indian company to provide an online course specifically on technical writing.
TWB OnLine offers formalised training to students from a remote location. Students who cannot attend a programme due to distance or time scheduling constraints can benefit immensely from this programme. The fee structure is Rs.27, 000 + service Tax. Visit www.twb-dl.com for more information.
Certificate course in bakery technology
Applications are invited for admission to certificate course in Bakery Technology for 14 weeks duration. Candidate should possess SSLC or equivalent qualification. Fees: Rs.5000.
Prescribed application forms can be had from the office of the Bakery Training Unit, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore-24 on payment of Rs.10. If forms are required by post the candidate has to send a self addressed envelop of 20x15 cms affixing due postage stamp worth Rs. 5 with money order of Rs. 10 in favour of Bakery Training Unit, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore-24. Completed application forms should be sent to the Bakery Training Unit, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore-24 on or before October 30, 2007. Incomplete applications are liable to be rejected. Candidates called for interview should attend at their own cost. Preference will be given to candidates of rural and semi-urban areas.
Hostel accommodation can be availed on availability on the campus.
For details contact: Bakery Training Unit, University of Agricultural Sciences, Hebbal, Bangalore-24. Ph. 23411483 Extn. 223
Job-oriented course
Pulsetone Industries, a Government of India associated training centre, located at 58, 59th B Cross, 4th N Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore - 560 010 is conducting a three weeks full time intensive job oriented training starting on October 22, 2007 (batch No 83) in Mobile Phone Software and Hardware Repairs. Special classes will be conducted on coin phones, landline telephones, intercoms (EPABX) etc. Free hostel accommodation for outstation candidates, text books, tool kit and software will be provided to deserving candidates. Minimum qualification: PUC Pass-fail/JOC /Diploma. Last date for admission: October 20, 2007. For details contact: Pulsetone Industries, Bangalore. Tel: 23120484, 98452 - 21703.
Talent support exam from FIITJEE
FIITJEE, the institute for IIT-JEE training declares FIITJEE Talent Support Exam (FTSE) 2007 to be conducted on October 14, 2007 in 33 test centres across India for all XII studying and XII pass students aspiring for IIT-JEE in 2008. This All-India level assessment exam will help students know their chances of success with probable ranks in securing a seat in the IIT’s through the Rank Potential Index (RPI) and Success Potential Index (SPI) obtained in this Talent Support Exam.
The students appearing for this exam will not only get feedback on their preparation for IIT-JEE 2008 but will also get an opportunity to plug loopholes, clear stumbling blocks and strengthen their skills by joining FIITJEE’s Intensive Contact Program (ICP), the programme that provides crucial inputs during their preparatory stage for IIT-JEE and that will encompass various aspects like time management techniques, answering tactics and revision strategies to optimally raise their performance on JEE day.
This Talent Support Exam will be conducted on a combined JEE syllabi of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at all FIITJEE centres. October 11, 2007 is the last date to register for this exam. Details are available at www.fiitjee.com / ftse.htm, while the result will be declared and announced on www.fiitjee.com
Art course
MC Academy of Art and Design, Bangalore is shortly commencing its next batch of one year correspondence course in Drawing for beginners who are above the age of 8 years. Interested persons may write immediately to MC Academy of Art & Design - 1381, 1st Floor, East End Circle, 9th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560 0069 or call up 98458-39141 for free prospectus or visit our website www.mcaad.com & download the prospectus.
Scholarships
Under Sri MR Varadarajan Endowment Scheme, Babboorkamme Seva Samithi, is offering scholarships to deserving Brahmin Babboorkamme students in pursuit of degree and higher level education in engineering, medicine and any other technical subjects.
Prescribed applications may be obtained from the office of the Secretary, on payment of Rs. 10.
Candidates who desire to obtain the application by post may do so by sending a fee of Rs. 15 by money order only payable to the Secretary.
Last date for receipt of completed applications is October 31, 2007.
