July 1, 2025:
The Mathematics Department of Shantiniketan Indian School proudly celebrated the official release of its mathematics handbook, Math Hug, on 1st July 2025, under the leadership of the former HOD Ms. Shamsiya Suhaibu and the team leaders of the preparation of Math Hug, Ms. Fathima Hamna and Ms. Iman Niyas. The event took place in the SIS Multi-Purpose Hall in the presence of school leadership, staff, and students.
The ceremony was graced by the Principal, Mr. Rafeeq Rahim, Vice Principal, Mr. Sujith Kumar, and the academic supervisors. Math Hug, a comprehensive and engaging mathematics handbook for Classes I to VIII, is the result of the dedicated efforts of the Mathematics Department, aimed at making mathematical learning more accessible, enjoyable, and meaningful for students.
The program began with a soulful prayer rendered by Fadi. The Master of Ceremonies, Aysel, carried the event forward with confidence. A welcome address was delivered by Ms. Shamsiya Suhaibu, who shared the vision and inspiration behind Math Hug.
The official unveiling of the handbook was done by the Principal, who appreciated the initiative and congratulated the Mathematics team for their innovation. The Vice Principal also addressed the gathering, highlighting the importance of such initiatives in fostering a strong academic foundation.
As part of the ceremony, the distribution of Math Hug was conducted in levels, based on grade groups:
- Level 1 of Math Hug was presented to the students of the Foundational Section by the Principal and the Academic Supervisor for Foundational, Ms. Mehjabeen Hassan, in the presence of their teachers Ms. Shabana and Ms. Revathi.
- Level 2 was distributed to the Preparatory Section students by the Vice Principal and Academic Supervisor of Preparatory, Mr. Wayne Rodrigues, in the presence of their teachers Ms. Anees, Ms. Alphonse, Ms. Varsha, and Ms. Jenitha.
- Level 3 was received by the Middle Section students from Academic Supervisor Ms. Nazia Saleem, Ms. Shamsiya Suhaibu, and Ms. Deepamol, in the presence of their teachers Ms. Kahkashan, Ms.Iman, Ms. Hamna, Ms. Shailza, Mr. Sanu, and Ms.Kavitha. Level 4, designed for the higher grades in the Middle Section, was distributed by the Mathematics teachers, symbolizing the culmination of foundational math learning and the transition to advanced concepts.
- Adding to the significance of the event, the Head Boy, Rayan, and Head Girl, Maisa, received copies of Math Hug from the Academic Coordinator, Mr. Nihal, and the Activity Coordinator, Ms. Soumya. This special gesture symbolized the extension of the handbook’s relevance to higher grades up to Class 12, ensuring a continuity of learning and the closing of conceptual gaps through well-structured support.
The program concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Deepamol, expressing gratitude to the school leadership, editorial team, and all contributors who made Math Hug a reality.
