Mythri Day -4

 A Festive Farewell

The fourth and final day of the Mythri Community Living Camp began with a calm and refreshing yoga session, setting a peaceful tone for the morning. As the final day dawned, there was a mixed feeling in the air—happiness for everything we had experienced and a quiet realisation that our four-day journey was coming to an end.

The morning assembly was followed by the valedictory function, marking the formal conclusion of the core activities of Mythri. The gathering became a moment to look back at the journey we had shared—the sessions, field trips, cultural programmes, teamwork, laughter, responsibilities, and countless small moments that had gradually brought everyone closer. The words shared during the valedictory function reflected on the objectives of community living and how the camp had transformed them from a group of individuals into a more connected community. The occasion also provided an opportunity to express gratitude to the teachers, coordinators, faculty members, and everyone who contributed to making Mythri meaningful and memorable.

After the formal proceedings, everyone returned to prepare for the Onam celebrations. The campus soon transformed into a colourful festive space as students dressed in traditional attire. Sarees, mundus, and traditional accessories added to the beauty of the occasion. As everyone gathered together, group photographs were taken, capturing not just the colours of the celebration but also the faces and friendships that had become an inseparable part of the camp.

The Onam celebration began with great enthusiasm. The cultural programme brought together a vibrant collection of traditional dances, songs, and other performances by the students. Each performance carried its own energy and added to the festive atmosphere. The excitement reached another level when Maveli made a surprise entry, instantly filling the hall with cheers, laughter, and excitement. For a moment, the hall felt like a small Onam gathering of its own, with everyone joining in the celebration.

Then came one of the most eagerly awaited parts of the day—the Onam Sadhya. Everyone sat together and enjoyed the traditional feast, sharing food and conversations in the true spirit of Onam. More than the variety of dishes, it was the experience of sitting together, serving one another, and enjoying the meal as a community that made the Sadhya special. After days of shared meals at the camp, the festive Sadhya felt like a fitting celebration of the togetherness we had built.

The afternoon continued with a lively series of traditional Onam games. The campus quickly turned into a space filled with cheering, laughter, friendly competition, and excitement. Uriyadi brought out everyone's enthusiasm and anticipation, while tug of war tested strength, coordination, and team spirit. The biscuit-eating competition added its own share of hilarious moments, and musical chairs brought out the competitive side of even the quietest participants. With teachers and students joining in the fun, the boundaries between the formal roles of a camp almost disappeared.

As the games continued, it became clear that these were not merely competitions. Every cheer, every laugh, every attempt to win, and even every playful defeat strengthened the bonds that had developed during the four days. The games reflected the true spirit of Onam—equality, togetherness, joy, and sharing.

As the day slowly came to an end, there was a certain bittersweet feeling among everyone. Mythri had begun four days earlier as a planned community living programme, but it was ending as something much more personal—a collection of memories, friendships, lessons, laughter, and shared experiences. The final day brought together the warmth of a valedictory gathering and the joy of Onam, giving the camp a colourful and meaningful farewell.

Mythri ended not simply with the closing of a programme, but with the feeling that something had been created among us—a community that would carry the memories of these four days long after the camp itself was over.

Mythri Day-3

Creativity, Culture and the Spirit of Mythri

The third day of Mythri Community Living Camp began at 6:30 a.m. with yoga led by Geetha Miss, whose valuable insights went beyond the session and offered meaningful thoughts for life ahead. This was followed by the morning assembly and prayer. By then, the tiredness of the previous two days had begun to show, but so had something else—a growing sense of familiarity and warmth among everyone, glowing a little brighter with each passing day.

The morning came alive with the Fine Arts session led by John Sir. Working with nothing more than pieces of paper, the students explored collage making and created artworks out of simple materials. What looked ordinary at first slowly turned into something meaningful in their hands. The session was energetic, creative, and filled with the excitement of seeing an idea take shape.

After lunch, Haridas Sir brought an entirely different energy to the camp through his session on Nadanpattu and Naatarivukal. Soon, the campus echoed with energetic folk songs. Students joined in with enthusiasm, learning not merely songs but small pieces of the cultural memory carried through them. The session felt less like a classroom and more like being invited into a tradition.

Later, the students took up the campus beautification activity. The focus was particularly on the Badam tree. The area around it was cleaned, and the students worked together to clear the surroundings and make the space neat. Saplings were also planted, adding a little more green to the campus. There was something satisfying about seeing the difference created simply by everyone working together. What began as a cleaning activity gradually became an act of caring for a place that all of us shared.

As evening approached, the atmosphere changed again. The flash mob on the theme “Thoofan” against drug addiction brought the students together with energy and purpose. The coordinated movements, music, and message turned the performance into more than just a dance—it became a collective expression of awareness.

But the most memorable part of the night was perhaps the campfire. The presence of Dr. Rincy Mol Sebastian, Department of English Education, and Prof. Dr. R. Lakshmi, Department of Hindi Education, added a special warmth to the evening. As the flames rose and the surroundings grew darker, everyone gathered around, leaving behind the formality of the day's activities. Music began, followed by dance, laughter, and spontaneous moments. With the teachers joining the gathering, the atmosphere became even more lively and intimate. One person would start dancing, another would join, and soon the circle would become a burst of energy, laughter, and togetherness.

The night then became quieter with an individual experience-sharing session. One by one, students spoke about what Mythri had meant to them so far. Some shared funny incidents, some spoke about new friendships, while others reflected on moments that had changed the way they looked at their classmates and themselves. Listening to everyone's experiences made us realise that although we were living through the same camp, each person was carrying a completely different story of it.

By the end of the night, the campfire had become more than an activity on the schedule. It had given us a moment to look back, laugh at what had happened, appreciate the people around us, and realise how much we had already grown together. Day 3 was not just a day of art, music, awareness, and activities; it was a day when Mythri truly began to feel like a shared experience rather than simply a camp.

Mythri Day- 2

Into the Heart of Nature

The second day of Mythri Community Living Camp, on 19 August 2026, began at 6:00 a.m. As the campus slowly came alive, the participants prepared themselves for another day of shared experiences, learning, and togetherness. The morning began with a refreshing yoga session led by Dr. Geetha Kumari, creating a calm and energetic start to the day. This was followed by the morning assembly, which brought everyone together and strengthened the spirit of discipline and unity.

After recreation, personal hygiene, and breakfast, the students eagerly set out at 9:45 a.m. for Peechi Dam. The much-awaited field trip provided a refreshing break from the usual classroom environment and offered the student teachers an opportunity to connect with nature and learn through direct experience. The visit continued until 4:15 p.m., making it one of the most memorable experiences of the day.

The Peechi Dam visit was made more engaging by the presence of Fine Arts faculty John Sir . The guidance and interaction added to the sense of companionship and safety. A team-wise reels competition was also conducted at Peechi Dam, where students creatively captured the beauty of nature and their shared moments. The activity encouraged teamwork, creativity, and the use of digital media, making the trip even more memorable.

Back at the camp, a short tea break was followed by flash mob practice. The students came together with energy and enthusiasm, working on rhythm, coordination, creativity, confidence, and teamwork.

The evening offered time for recreation and personal refreshment before the students gathered for cultural activities. The lively performances created a cheerful atmosphere and gave students an opportunity to express their talents and enjoy one another's company. After dinner, a brief reflection session allowed the participants to pause and revisit the experiences and lessons of the day.

The day concluded with a much-loved film show of CID Moosa. After a day filled with travel, activity, teamwork, and learning, the film brought everyone together for a relaxed and entertaining end to the evening. At the same time, the film served as an opportunity to relax revisit and recreation through visual media, as envisioned in the day's programme. The screening continued until 11:30 p.m.

Day 2 of Mythri was a beautiful blend of nature, learning, laughter, responsibility, and togetherness. From the quiet energy of morning yoga to the excitement of the Peechi Dam trip, from working together to beautify the campus to the songs, activities, cultural moments, and the laughter shared during CID Moosa, every experience added another layer to the community living journey. It was a day where learning happened not only through planned activities, but also through the simple joy of being together.

Mythri Day -1

The Beginning of Mythri

There was a sense of anticipation at IASE, Thrissur, as the B.Ed. Batch 2025–27 gathered for the beginning of “Mythri”, the four-day Community Living Camp. What lay ahead was more than a series of scheduled programmes. It was an opportunity to step beyond familiar routines, live together, learn together, and create memories as a community.

The first day began with registration, followed by the inaugural ceremony, which set the tone for the days ahead. Dr. Geetha Kumari V., Camp Coordinator, welcomed the gathering, and Prof. (Dr.) Happy P. V., Principal, IASE Thrissur, delivered the presidential address. The camp was formally inaugurated by Adv. Joy Bastian Chakola, Ward Councillor, Chembukkavu, Thrissur Corporation. His presence and words of encouragement gave the occasion a special warmth, reminding the student teachers that community living is built not merely through living together, but through participation, responsibility, and mutual understanding.

The inaugural session was further marked by the felicitations of Sri. Unnikuttan P., Dr. Styne Joseph, Smt. Jayachandrika A. C., and Sri. Shaji Kattiparambil. Jaithra S., Student Coordinator of the camp, proposed the vote of thanks, bringing the formal beginning of Mythri to a close.

From the formalities of the morning, the day gradually moved into a more practical realm of learning. The Financial Literacy and Financial Planning session by Sri. Subramanian K. R., B.Sc., CAIIB, Corporate Trainer in Banking and Finance, invited students to look at money and financial decisions from a more responsible perspective. Discussions on needs and wants, expenditure, savings, investments, insurance, digital payments, and financial fraud connected everyday choices with long-term financial well-being. The simple principle “Save First, Then Spend” emerged as one of the practical messages of the session.

By afternoon, the atmosphere had changed. The classroom gave way to movement, music, and teamwork as students gathered for flash mob practice. Groups worked on rhythm and coordination, learning to move not only in step with the music but also in step with one another. The practice became another expression of the collective spirit that Mythri sought to cultivate.

As evening approached, the students set out for a round walk around Thekkinkaadu Ground, accompanied by Sreenath U., Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology. The walk soon became more than a stroll. Songs, laughter, cheerful conversations, and shared moments filled the evening, creating a relaxed space where students could interact freely beyond the boundaries of the classroom. In those simple moments, the essence of community living became tangible—friendship developing through conversation, togetherness through shared experiences, and memories being created almost effortlessly.

The evening continued with cultural activities, bringing out another side of the student teachers. Music and stage performances transformed the gathering into a celebration of talent and creativity. Students encouraged one another, shared the stage, and enjoyed the performances, making the evening lively and memorable.

After dinner, the day's energy settled into reflection. During the reflection session, students paused to look back on everything the first day had offered—the formal beginning, the lessons on financial responsibility, the teamwork of flash mob practice, the evening walk, and the cultural moments shared together. Anupama K. S., Guest Lecturer, was present with the students and stayed overnight, adding to the sense of support and companionship that continued beyond the day's scheduled activities.

And so, Day 1 of Mythri came to an end—not simply as the first page of a camp schedule, but as the beginning of a shared experience. From the words spoken at the inaugural ceremony to the songs sung during the evening walk, the day moved naturally between learning, responsibility, friendship, creativity, and reflection. It was a beginning that captured what Mythri was meant to be: learning to live, learn, and grow together.

Community Living Camp of Second Year B.Ed Students MYTHRI - 18 August to 21 August

REFLECTION OF SECOND YEAR B.ED STUDENTS ON FIRST PHASE OF INTERNSHIP

The Reflection Session of the Second Year B.Ed. students on the First Phase of Internship provided a meaningful platform for student teachers to revisit and share their experiences from their first phase of teaching practice. With great enthusiasm, the students shared their memorable experiences, the support and encouragement they received from their respective schools, their interactions with children, and the challenges they encountered during the internship.

The reflections brought out the realities of classroom life, including the challenge of bridging the generation gap while connecting with Gen Z learners, understanding diverse student needs, managing classrooms, and adapting teaching strategies to different learning environments. Students also spoke about the warmth and cooperation they received from school authorities, teachers, and learners, which made their internship experience more enriching. Their reflections clearly demonstrated how they evolved during the first phase—gaining confidence, patience, adaptability, classroom management skills, and a deeper understanding of the teaching profession.

The session was coordinated under the guidance of Academic Coordinator Dr. Styne Joseph, with the support of Student Coordinator Sreelakshmi P. S. (Hindi), and was held in the presence of Dr. R. Lakshmi, Principal-in-Charge. Dr. Ushadevi, Shri. Unnikuttan P., and Dr. Geethakumari also shared their experiences and offered valuable guidance and encouragement to the student teachers.

Student representatives from various schools enthusiastically shared their reflections: Sherin (Model Boys), Merly Jose (Model Girls), Sheeja (Mar Thoma), Anusreya and Suja (Vivekodayam Girls), Revathi and Ayisha (Sacred Heart), Nandana and Greeshma (CMS), Haritha (Vivekodayam Boys), Niranjana (St. Thomas), and Nijesh (Technical School).

The session served as a valuable opportunity for the student teachers to celebrate their experiences, acknowledge the support they received, reflect on the challenges they overcame, and recognise their own growth during the first phase of internship. It marked an important step in their journey towards becoming confident, reflective, and empathetic educators.

Sent off to Dr.Pradeep Chandran.B on transfer

Hiroshima Nagazaki comemoration