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Activities

                                                                                          2024-25

 

Open House The school organized an Open House for students and parents, showcasing various exhibitions and activities. The event began with the theme "Every Child is Special”, emphasizing the uniqueness of each child and the need for inclusivity. A Science and Technology exhibit featured models on aerodynamics, robotics, water purification, and rocket launching, impressing visitors. The Poetic Expressions section displayed students' hand-written poems and works of renowned poets like Robert Frost and Shakespeare. A nostalgic Photography Exhibition showcased memories of the school’s history, and a general Election display educated visitors about the voting process. Students' artwork in styles such as Madhubani and Mandala were featured in the art and craft section. The war and peace exhibit contrasted the destructive effects of war with the need for peace, while the rising India display highlighted the nation's progress through projects like Chandrayaan and the Ayodhya Temple. A section on Prime Ministers of India detailed their contributions since 1947. The event concluded with a Cultural Program, featuring dance, songs, and plays, including performances that promoted women's empowerment and raised awareness on social media's impact. The Open House was a celebration of the students’ talents, fostering creativity, learning, and community spirit.

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Pottery Fun for Kindergarteners!

Our kindergarten students had a great time with a professional potter! They learnt how to shape clay into small pots, using their hands to mould and create unique designs. This hands-on experience helped them develop fine motor skills and creativity.

 

                                                                                         2023-24

 

Grandparents Day Celebration

CHERISHED MOMENTS

Our kindergarten celebrated Grandparents Day on December 5th, 2023, with the theme "Where Love Knows No Age Boundaries." It was a heartwarming event as the children, along with their teachers, gathered to honor their grandparents.

The day served as a heartfelt reminder of the significant role that grandparents play in our lives.

01.12.2023

E-Pledge on Say ‘Yes to Life and No To Drugs’ was taken by the students. They also received certificates for it.

A Pledge on “Meri Mati Mera Desh” was taken by the students to promote peace and harmony and to respect the essence of unity in diversity.

 

Celebrating Teacher’s Day in School

The school celebrated Teachers' Day with a delightful program that featured a captivating medley performance by the teachers, followed by an enlightening speech from Mr. Saeed Naqvi. His speech focused on the pressing issues confronting teachers and offered insights on how to equip them to navigate the challenges presented by the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence. The event culminated in a heartwarming lunch for the teachers, as a gesture of appreciation for their hard work and dedication.

The middle school students celebrated Teacher’s Day by expressing their gratitude through handmade cards, heartfelt poems, and lively performances.

The Education Department of Delhi took a positive step by observing "World Suicide Prevention Day" on 10th September through the initiative "Jeewan Anmol Hai", emphasizing the value of life.

Additionally, Poetry Recitation Day was organized to nurture self-confidence and oratory skills. Teachers encouraged open communication about challenges and the importance of seeking support.

Furthermore, a session on promoting understanding and peace was conducted for classes 10 and 11 with Ms. Saba Naqvi, fostering a constructive dialogue on the turmoil and violence in Manipur.

 

Poetry Recitation

The school organized a poetry recitation event encompassing students from classes 1 to 12. Each class showcased their participation by reciting poetry from various genres, focusing on voice modulation, pronunciation, and rhythm. The students exhibited confidence while reciting poetry in both Hindi and English.

Additionally, class 12 B conducted an assembly focusing on the crucial topic of Environmental Protection. During the assembly, students presented informative articles highlighting the current environmental needs. Furthermore, the students showcased their creativity by composing poetry centered around the theme of environmental conservation.

 

                                                                                         2020-21

 

Classes VI-XII

To break the monotony of the lockdown, students were encouraged to display their hidden talents by recording their music pieces, paintings, contemporary or classical dances, clay sculptures, photography, etc. Senior students were also encouraged to keep a diary and write about "Life under Lockdown" - their thoughts and observations about the lockdown.

Activities for classes VI-IX were organized to celebrate:-

World Health Day (7th April)

World Heritage Day (18th April)

World Creativity and Innovation Day (21st April)

Earth Day (22nd April)

Throughout the online teaching-learning process, activities such as music, yoga, drawing/painting, and aerobics have remained an essential part of the learning experience.

 

The CBSE class XII results for the 2019-20 session were outstanding, with a 100% pass rate. Sreeraj Pillai topped the Merit list from the Humanities stream with an impressive 97.75%, while Sejal Behroliya secured the top position in the Commerce stream with 91%.

 

In the class X results for the 2019-20 session, Shivangi Nandini and Riya Mahto secured the top spots with 94%, followed closely by Manya Das with 93%.

 

To address students' mental health concerns and well-being, a two-day session was organized for students in classes VIII-XII.

 

Independence Day celebrations were successfully shifted to an online platform this year, featuring events such as flag hoisting and cultural performances to ensure the spirit of freedom and independence lived on.

 

A music wellness program, organized by Furtados School of Music, was specifically tailored for class X students to bring a refreshing and soothing calmness to their minds.

 

On Teacher’s Day, Mr. Saeed Naqvi, Chairperson of the Managing Committee, addressed the faculty, emphasizing the importance of engaging learners in the online learning program to ensure effective learning and maximize their potential.

 

Kindergarten

Activities conducted online:

- Children created bird collages using newspapers.

- Earth Day activities included tearing and pasting paper, and a special assembly with tricolor badge crafts was conducted on Republic Day and Independence Day.

- Eid, Rakhi, and Janmashtami celebrations took place online with related crafts.

- Greeting cards were made for Teacher's Day.

- Activities included the use of flashcards, treasure hunts related to alphabets and numbers, show and tell sessions, and recitation of rhymes.

- Activities included creating lotus designs, making cards in English, creating hand puppets, drawing rainbows, and storytelling.

 

Junior School

Class I

"Creating a poster for Freedom Day."

Puzzles related to Hindi matras.

Memory/ Concentration games.

Students were asked to memorize poems and create videos in both English and Hindi.

A special assembly was held on Independence Day where students portrayed different National Heroes of India and delivered speeches about them.

Additionally, there was a Hindi quiz on Hindi Divas.

Class II

In their own homes, children enthusiastically planted the seeds that were readily available to them.

Dressed in elaborate costumes, the children embodied the unsung heroes of our country, captivating the audience with their heartfelt speeches about the often overlooked yet significant contributions of these heroes to our freedom struggle.

Class III

Picture composition

Storytelling

Children made Gandhi's three monkeys with ice cream sticks and watched an animated video about Gandhiji's simple living to celebrate Gandhi Jayanti. Additionally, a project on Sikkim was organized.

Class IV

Write-ups on fundamental school duties, pandemic safety measures, and healthy vs. junk food.

Activity on waste material recycling (best out of waste).

Class V

Children were encouraged to create slogans related to our Independence. They also made Maithali paintings using shapes and sticks.

 

                                                                                  2019-2020

 

HarperCollins organized a workshop and visit to the Nehru Planetarium for students in Classes VI, VII, and VIII.

Classes IX-XII went for an educational excursion to Dalhousie and Khajjiar.

Classes VI, VII and VIII watched documentary series on “Our Planet”.

 

Kindergarten

Children created paper bags, embellishing them with googly eyes and satin ribbon to promote the use of paper bags over plastic.

 

Class I to V

Water conservation activity: Jal Shakti Abhiyaan was explained to the children.

Children penned down slogans on saving trees.

Children enjoyed watching their favorite movie, "The Lion King," at PVR in Saket..

The Joy of Colours/year end (8th December 2018) Carnival

Exciting games – mouthwatering food & A vibrant cultural programme dwelling on themes affecting the everyday lives of people – in which the school has been actively involved.

 

Junior School

Students from Classes III, IV, and V went on a trip to Surajgarh where they got to experience and learn about village life.

Alekhya Pillai from Class V-B and Kushal Kumar from V-A secured the third position in the state-level Taekwondo championship and were awarded a Bronze medal.

Aditi Rastogi from class V-B received the Gold medal in the French Olympiad.

The third-grade students created a tree using bubble wrap as part of a "Best out of Waste" project.

 

Kindergarten

KG department celebrated Christmas with great enthusiasm. The entire department had a festive look with bells, stars, and other handmade decorations, inculcating the spirit of giving and sharing among the children.

The children also visited the Rail Museum on the 21st of December.

An interactive session was held on the "Electoral Mandate," covering the Assembly polls in five states: Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Telangana, Mizoram, and Chhatisgarh, for students of Classes IX and XI.

The session was conducted by Ms. Saba Naqvi.

School seniors attended an exhibition titled "The Tribal Art of Gonds," organized by the India International Centre.

 

Class V A and B

Diwali Activity: Children made posters on "No Crackers, Pollution-free Diwali."

Children made flowers using tissue paper.

Card making: The children created cards using various shapes of leaves.

A workshop titled "Journey of a Book" was organized by Scholastic for students in classes VI, VII & VIII. The purpose of the workshop was to inspire budding writers and provide guidance on book drafting and publishing.