Good Schools of India
Joy of Learning Weekly #19
We're giving our Editor a well-deserved break! A truncated edition of the Good Schools of India weekly on Monday, June 30th, 2025.
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YES Workshop with Shikha Agnihotri of Right Side Story
Youth Engaging Society (YES): A discussion on puberty, growing up, and adolescence with high school students, led by Shikha Agnihotri from Right Side Story.
Key Takeaways
Puberty involves both physical and emotional changes that are beyond one's control; understanding these changes helps normalize the experience ("puberty is not a race")
Students shared insights on mood swings, emotional changes, and physical transformations during puberty, demonstrating awareness but also misconceptions
The session highlighted communication as a key strategy for handling difficult emotions and relationships during adolescence
Gender differences in puberty were discussed, including societal expectations and biological differences, with emphasis on respect for all genders
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