Rumble Skate 2024

On May 4th, 2024, Raya’s spirit came alive through an unforgettable event – ‘Rumble ’24’. This premiere skateboarding event marked the inauguration of our on-campus skate park, designed by the talented Darius Cyrus Bharucha of 100ramps, a company leading the skateboarding revolution in India. Rumble ’24 welcomed over 60 skilled skaters from across the country, creating an electric atmosphere as spectators witnessed gravity-defying tricks and impressive manoeuvres. The event celebrated skill, passion, and joy, featuring participants as young as six years old and seasoned pros alike. It is a perfect platform for accepting failures as progressive lessons.

Teachers as Learners

At Raya, we champion teachers as lifelong learners. Our PD workshops offer transformative experiences, helping educators develop skills and stay updated with education's latest trends, empowering them to evolve into teacherpreneurs.

On May 11th, we launched our inaugural professional development series by Professor Sugata Mitra, an educational pioneer. His groundbreaking work, including "The Hole in the Wall" project, has inspired millions and influenced the Oscar-winning film "Slumdog Millionaire." The session introduced our educators to Self-Organized Learning Environments (SOLEs) and the role of generative AI in education.

Embracing the empowerment of teachers, Raya extended the invitation to educators from other schools, fostering collaboration and enabling their growth.

Our Primary Years Programme (PYP) library was inaugurated by Professor Sugata Mitra. The library exemplifies our commitment to lifelong learning, offering a space for private reading, individual study, and exploration for our learners, as well as professional development for our teachers. This library, housing over 2,000 curated books, is designed to support inquiry-based learning and foster a love for reading among students. It serves as a dynamic space for exploration, collaboration, and learning. The team is curating more books for our young learners in the coming months. The entire space is decked up, and we look forward to inviting our young learners.

FIKA Induction Program

Fika is a Swedish concept of having tea or coffee with people, usually along with sweets. We adopted this concept for our parent-student induction program to bring alive the importance of taking a pause and building relationships.

The day entailed discussing Raya’s values with the parents, and an introduction to all our newly inducted teachers. The campus was sprawling with various activities for students, parents and teachers to get together and collaborate on.

Learning isn’t just a relationship that teachers and students share. It is a collective effort that gets empowered by parents’ active participation. Fika emphasized the importance of community.

The event marked not just the beginning of a new academic year, but the first one at The School of Raya. It was the first time Raya came together as a community. Amidst conversations and laughter, we laid the foundation of the learning journey that we have begun.

Three-Way Conference

A Collaborative Start

On 31st August 2024, The School of Raya hosted its first-ever Three-Way Conference (3WC), bringing together students, parents, and teachers to set individualized goals for the year. This event created a collaborative platform to focus on student well-being, strengths, age-appropriate skills, and areas for growth, laying a solid foundation for success.

Students took the lead, reflecting on their aspirations, challenges, and learning preferences in guided discussions. Together with parents and teachers, they crafted action plans designed to support their progress and personal development.

Parents appreciated the open dialogue, finding value in connecting with their children and educators to ensure alignment on goals and strategies. The conference fostered a shared commitment to helping students thrive and created a positive sense of partnership.

This initiative not only set the tone for a purposeful academic year but also reinforced the importance of collaboration in nurturing well-rounded learners.

The Street Store

Living Our Mission Through Kindness

At The School of Raya, we believe in cultivating conscious, confident, and creative global citizens who take responsibility for the world they share. Our partnership with The Street Store brought this mission to life, empowering Rayots to make a meaningful impact while addressing United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

Through a heartfelt collection drive, students and parents donated gently used clothing, toys, and books – all carefully prepared and sorted. These items were displayed at a pop-up store, allowing individuals in need the dignity of choosing essentials for themselves and their families.

This initiative embodied the IB values of caring and principled action, teaching Rayots the importance of mindful consumption and the joy of sharing. By extending the life of everyday items, they not only reduced waste but also strengthened their commitment to sustainability and empathy.

Through their efforts, our Rayots demonstrated The School of Raya’s mission in action – taking responsibility, showing compassion, and making a positive impact on the world they share.

Premiere Annual Sports Day

A Celebration of Spirit and Adventure

At The School of Raya, we believe education is about more than books – it’s where character meets adventure, and every moment becomes a chance to grow. On 16th November 2024, we brought this belief to life with our first-ever Premiere Annual Sports Day, a day that celebrated individuality, resilience, and the joy of challenges – the true Raya way.

Our campus buzzed with energy as Rayots from the four vibrant tribes – Kazan, Moana, Rann, and Skog – took center stage. With their electrifying war cries and perfectly synchronized routines, they made history on our brand-new sports field, proving that teamwork and passion are what greatness is made of. Even our youngest Rayots from the EYP stole the show, reminding everyone that sports are about more than winning – they’re about laughter, connection, and the pure joy of trying.

We were honored to welcome Mr. Srihari Nataraj, a shining star in Indian sports and a two-time Olympian, whose story of dedication and triumph inspired us all to dream bigger.

This unforgettable day wasn’t just about medals or records – it was a celebration of resilience, adventure, and compassion, the values that define a true Rayot. Together, we created memories that will last a lifetime and set the stage for many more thrilling sports days to come.