At Glentree Academy, Weightless Wednesday makes every school moment a potential for something great. But why was this idea concocted and more importantly - how do we ensure it does not just become a free day but genuinely, an interesting learning experience?

Origin of Weightless Wednesday

The concept of Weightless Wednesday is the day we keep our students from lifting anything but their spirits and psyches. We sought to create an ecosystem where active learning, community building and intellectual discovery could blossom outside of typical classroom constraints. Inspired by CBSE Schools recommendation and the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP), we have created it from scratch.

Meticulous Planning for Continued Learning

Weightless Wednesday is not merely a break; it represents an active learning phase marked by dynamic and interactive methods. Educators devote considerable effort to craft activities that align with our curriculum and foster active participation. Diverse engagements, such as quizzes that test cognitive skills, debates that inspire critical analysis, hands-on scientific experiments, and outdoor exercises that contextualise history and geography, are all meticulously devised to deepen subject comprehension.

In efforts to bolster language proficiency, students participate in tongue twisters, alphabet challenges, and poem recitations These activities transform language acquisition into an enjoyable and participatory experience, thereby enhancing verbal aptitude whilst ensuring an engaging time. They are most popular with our students in Glentree Academy CBSE Schools in Sarjapur Road. Mathematical concepts are rendered more accessible and pleasant through activities like place value bingo and colour-by-number exercises etc.

Encouraging Active Engagement and Social Connectivity

A primary goal is to encourage active engagement. We aim to foster an environment where active learning, social interaction, and academic exploration can flourish without the constraints of traditional classroom settings.

Moreover, facilitating social interaction is fundamental to Weightless Wednesday. Collaborative efforts and group activities enable students to acquire vital social abilities, embrace teamwork, and develop empathy.

The Promotion of Active Learning and Social Interaction

One of our main goals is to promote active learning. Students at Glentree Academy CBSE Schools in Whitefield and Sarjapur Road are encouraged to learn in a practical way so that it becomes part of their experience rather than just being an inactive process. This method not only increases the amount of knowledge retained but also makes education more fun.

Another way we relieve the stress of school is by creating opportunities for social interaction among students.

Mitigating Academic Pressure

By deviating from the conventional academic timetable, Weightless Wednesday assists in alleviating academic pressure. Weightless Wednesday brings relief from the normal routine, which in turn assists in reducing academic stress. No heavy bags in school signify a break from the daily hustle allowing students to relax and refresh themselves without stopping meaningful educational experiences.

Glentree’s Life-Long Learning Ideology Orientation

Though there are many CBSE Schools in Bangalore, Glentree Academy stands out because of our unique methodologies. Weightless Wednesday is perfectly aligned with our ‘learning for life’ approach that ensures education isn’t just about getting a good grade but also developing one’s personhood and life skills. Every month, this day is anticipated by everyone within the school community making it a cherished aspect of our culture.

So here’s to Weightless Wednesday: Less baggage more lessons. At Glentree schools including the new coming-up CBSE Schools in Bannerghatta Road, we say that there should be no difference between having fun and learning something new.