ISRO SPACE EXPO 2024

Panel Discussion and Paper Presentation.

● It is a team event ● Competition is for High School and Higher Secondary Students Separately. ● The team consists maximum of 5 to 6 members including moderator and presenter. ● Papers must be submitted on or before 23 rd January to bba.yims@gmail.com and will be published. ● Cash prize and trophies will be provided for winners. Participation certificates will be provided for all participants. ● Topic for 8,9 & 10 th standard- INDIA @ 2030-Digital, AI& Innovation ● Topic for 11 th & 12 th – INDIA @ 2030- Commerce & Management in Digital Era. ● Date- 27 th Saturday, 2024@ 11 am ● Venue- Jubilee Block, YIMS Co-ordinator: Dr. Jisha Sankar – 9447623641

The participants have to pass the initial round and after qualifying this round a topic will be given. They have to talk for a minute. Prizes are fixed accordingly.

● Participants will have to speak on a topic provided for one minute ● Medium will be English ● Presentation, Relevance of points and Language Proficiency will be criteria for judgment. ● The decision of the panel members will be the final and will not be subjected to any change. ● Maximum five students from a school are allowed Co-ordinator: Dr. Priyanka.U – 8138960960

Students can present a innovative business idea and they can spend 3 minutes on stage presenting a business ideas. Two to three teams are allowed from a School. Based on the innovative product/business ideas prizes will be awarded.

Theme: Space Tourism ● Team should consist of 2 members ● The allocated time for the presentation of the business plan will be 10 minutes. ● Additional 05 minutes will be given for Question and answering session. ● The teams must submit their presentation in MS PowerPoint prior to the competition date. ● Email: Commerce@yuvakshetra.org ● The winning team will be the group which is having the overall highest marks. ● The decision of the panel members will be the final and will not be subjected to any change. Co-ordinator: Dr. Priyanka.U – 8138960960

A puzzle on famous entrepreneurial and commerce personalities will be given. Within minutes the students need to solve the puzzle and identify the personality.

● A team consisting of three members can participate from a school ● Students will be given a set of puzzles of different and famous business personalities ● Within two minutes they need to solve the puzzle by filling up all the spaces ● After a warning bell, the students need to identify the personality ● Partial joined up puzzles will be eliminated Co-ordinator: Dr. Priyanka.U – 8138960960

● Inviting Individual Participation ● Topic for the Commentary will be given on the spot. ● One Minute Preparation Time will be provided. ● Commentaries should not exceed 3 minutes. ● The Best Commentaries will be rewarded with cash award and certificate ● First prize: 1000 rupees ● Second prize: 750 rupees ● Third prize: 500 rupees Co-ordinator: Ms. Sharon Stanley – 9061624336

A puzzle on famous entrepreneurial and commerce personalities will be given. Within minutes the students need to solve the puzzle and identify the personality.

● Participants receive jumbled letter blocks ● Rearrange the letters to form an English word related to science and literature ● Spell the word correctly and provide its meaning within 2 minutes ● Correctly spelled words advance to the next round ● Multiple rounds, depending on the number of participants ● Final round: Three students selected, winners determined by tiebreaker if necessary ● Judges’ decision is final ● Organizing committee has the right to make adjustments and modifications to the game rules. ● First prize: 1000 rupees ● Second prize: 750 rupees ● Third prize: 500 rupees Co-ordinator: Dr. Krishna Praveen – 9847521767

“The Interstellar Alchemy- Chemistry in Space Exploration”

Theme: Chemistry in Space Exploration ● Eligibility: Category I: High school Level – Open to students enrolled in grades 8,9,10. Category II: Higher Secondary Level – Open to students enrolled in grades 11 and 12. ● Maximum of THREE students can participate from a school in each category ● Participants must register through the provided link before 19-01-2024 ● Date of the Essay writing competition 27-01-2024; Time 10.00 am to 11.00 am ● Venue: I B.Sc. Chemistry Classroom, Department of Chemistry, YIMS. ● Maximum word limit – 500 words. Essays can be written in English or Malayalam. The content should be original and must be referenced where ever necessary. ● Top three winners will be awarded in each category ● Judging Criteria: Originality and creativity, relevance to the theme and depth of understanding of the topic. clarity of expression, use of scientific knowledge and evidence. The decision of the judging panel shall be final ● For further details please contact Ms. Annu Cherian – 85479 16796, 8281412931, 6282537223

DATE AND TIME: 27-1-2024 10 am -11am | Venue: Mathematics Department , First Floor, Jubilee Block

● The Competition is for the students of high school classes 8,9 and 10 only ● The competition is exclusively for still models and working models ● Not more than two participants are allowed for one item ● One school can demonstrate a maximum of 5 items ● The best three schools are rewarded by cash prizes Coordinator : Mr. Mahesh M-9847814472, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, YIMS

DATE AND TIME : 27-1-2024 11.30 am | Venue: Mathematics Department , First Floor, Jubilee Block

● The Competition is for the students of plus one and plus two only ● A team of two participants can participate from one school ● The best three schools are rewarded by cash prizes Coordinator : Ms. Steeja I F – 9995636596, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, YIMS

● It will be a spot game. ● 3 minutes given to each participant. ● If she/he finishes it within the time prizes will be awarded. ● No registration fees. ● A team of 2 students can participate. ● Expected Date: 27th , 28th of Jan 24 ● Time: 10am to 5 pm ● Venue: Computer Lab 1 Coordinator: Ms. Raji N, Contact: 9400467717

● One Student can participate in the game. ● Parts of computer will be given to each student; they have to connect it properly to on the system with in the specified time limit. ● High school and higher secondary school students can participate. ● Expected Date: 27th , 28th of Jan 24 ● Time: 10am to 5 pm ● Venue: Computer Lab 2 Coordinator: Ms. Raji N, Contact: 9400467717 Ms. Raji N 9400467717

Date: 27th January 2024 | Time: 10am to 3pm | Venue: III B.Com CA Classroom

Each Participant should present orally about a new innovation regarding “Innovations of Young Minds”. They can select any discipline of innovation. They should give a description note not above 200 words to the Co-ordinators for the selection of award. Co-ordinator: Rajitha Rajendran R – 7594899399

● Participants must be currently enrolled in high school. ● Each school can enter maximum of 4 number of participants. ● The competition will be conducted in a physical setting, as per the prevailing circumstances. ● Participants will be randomly assigned a topic at the beginning of the competition. ● Each participant will have a maximum of 5 minutes ● Stories must be presented in English or Malayalam ● No props or visual aids are allowed. The focus should be on verbal communication and storytelling skills. Co-ordinator: Ms. Akhila P – 9645458802

● Partial images of 3 renowned personalities will be displayed as printed visuals. ● It is for high school and higher secondary students ● The game is set for individual participation. ● Each school can enter maximum of 4 number of participants. ● Participants are allowed a time limit of maximum 10 minutes. ● Participants have to examine the partial picture provided and correctly identify the personality associated with it. ● Alongside the partial images, brief clues or facts about the personalities might be displayed to assist in the identification process. ● Participants can submit their answers through the answer sheets provided by the game hosts. ● Winners are decided by drawing lots from the correct answer sheets. ● Participants should write the answers only in the sheets provided by the game host. ● Use of Mobile Phones and similar electronic items are not allowed. Co-ordinator: Ms. Akhila P – 9645458802

Venture Vision is an engaging game designed for school students to foster creativity, teamwork, and entrepreneurial skills. The goal is to develop a new venture idea within a specified budget while considering various business aspects. Setup & Game play: It is mainly for higher secondary students. One Group of 2 to 5 students from a school can participate. Provide each team with a specific starting budget ( play money) Each team selects a team leader and takes turns drawing a Venture Vision card. The card will present a scenario, challenge, opportunity, or resource that the team must consider in developing their venture idea. Teams have a set amount of time (e.g: 15 minutes) to brain storm and outline their venture idea. After the brainstorming session, teams present their ideas to the other groups, explaining how they plan to utilize their budget to address the card’s content.

● Teams must stay within the specified budget throughout the game. ● Venture Vision cards present challenges, opportunities, and resources that must be incorporated into the venture idea. ● Encourage creativity and innovative thinking in the development of the venture ideas. ● The winning team is determined based on the success and feasibility of their venture idea. Co-ordinator: Ms. Akhila P – 9645458802

● it’s an individual item ● Ten students from a school can participate in this Competition. Co-ordinator: Ms. Neethi Rose Anto – 9747317984

● it’s an individual item ● Ten students from a school can participate in this Competition. Co-ordinator: Ms. Neethi Rose Anto – 9747317984

DATE AND TIME : 27/01/2024 10.30 am to 12.30 pm

Eligibility: The competition is open to all Higher Secondary students Theme: The Dynamic Earth Clearly understand the theme or topic of the competition. Your poster should reflect the essence of the theme. Clarity and Simplicity: Keep your poster design clear and simple. Avoid clutter and ensure that the main message is easily understood at a glance. Eye-Catching Title: Create a catchy and meaningful title. Use fonts and colors that are easy to read from a distance. Visual Elements: Incorporate relevant and eye-catching visuals, such as images, illustrations, or graphics. Ensure that these elements enhance the overall message. Color Scheme: Choose a cohesive color scheme that complements the theme and is visually appealing. Be mindful of the contrast between text and background colors to ensure readability. Balance and Alignment: Maintain a balance between text and visuals. Ensure proper alignment of elements to create a visually pleasing composition. Size and Format: Verify the size and format requirements for the competition. Ensure your poster meets these specifications to avoid disqualification. Relevance: Ensure that every element on the poster contributes to the overall message and theme. Avoid unnecessary or distracting elements. Submission Guidelines: Adhere to the competition’s submission guidelines. This includes deadlines, format requirements, and any specific instructions provided by the organizers. Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to the top 3, and participation certificates for all Contact Information: For any inquiries or clarifications, participants can contact Dr. Indu T.K/ Mr. Sangeeth M. Sivadas (7019730914, 8075707742) or email to geo.yims@gmail.com

Eligibility: Students enrolled in classes 8 through 12 are eligible to take part in the competition. Team Composition: Each team should comprise a maximum of two students, and there is no limit on the number of teams that can participate from a school. Working Model Guidelines: Theme: The working model should demonstrate a scientific principle or concept. The theme is open, allowing creativity and innovation. Originality: All working models must be original creations of the participants. Materials: Participants are responsible for bringing their own materials and tools for assembling the working model. Any hazardous substances must be pre-approved by the organizers. Safety Precautions: Ensure that safety precautions are taken during the setup and demonstration of the working model. Participants are responsible for their safety and the safety of others. Time Limit: Each team is allocated a presentation time of 6 minutes. It is essential to strictly adhere to this time limit. Components: The presentation should incorporate a brief explanation of the scientific principle or concept, outlining the purpose of the working model and discussing its real-world applications. Judging Criteria: Models will be evaluated based on creativity, scientific accuracy, presentation skills, and the overall impact. Still Models Competition: Theme: Still models should represent a scientific theme or concept visually. Creativity is encouraged. Materials: Models can be constructed using a variety of materials, such as clay, paper, cardboard, etc. The use of non-biodegradable materials is not acceptable. Size restrictions: The models must be set up within the dimensions of 150cm x 150cm x 100cm. Presentation: A short written explanation or a poster explaining the scientific concept behind the still model is required. General Rules: Behavior: Participants are expected to demonstrate respectful behavior and sportsmanship throughout the competition. Decision: Judges’ decisions are final and binding. Co-ordinator: Mr. Ajil K. Antony – 9961564668