Bharathi Vidhyalaya School in Medavakkam conducted a Science Expo at their campus recently. Astronomy was the theme of the expo.
Primary students explained heavenly bodies, Solar System, Planetay Influence of Man and Milky Way.
The middle school students displayed projects on Astronomical geometry like Escape Velocity, Sun’s Gravity, gravity on the moon and other planets.
Seniors showed a power point presentation on Chandrayaan. Puppet show conveyed the message ‘ Planet Earth – the best place to live in’
Students had designed interesting quiz programmes on the computer and demonstrated various aspects of Astronomy.
The expo was inaugurated by M. S. Sundara Rajan, chairman & managing director, Indian Bank.
Mrs.K. Alamelu correspondent & director of the school welcomed the gathering and R. Krishnaswami, chairman, Vidya Bharati Trust, released the School Magazine.
Rajani Seshadri, vice president, TCS presided over the function. She emphasised the importance of Science and Technology in modern life in places like industries and businesses as well as domestic life. She added. “to become a scientist, one needs professional practice and interest from early schooling.” She appreciated the school for making the event an annual affair.
Mr. Sundara Rajan advised the students to aim for a goal in their life and work hard. He spoke on the availability of different avenues in the present education scenario.He said that the students should channelise their skills and talents for the benefit of the society.