The inclusive, secular and multicultural ethos of TISVV was clearly evident in the beautiful Eid celebration on 10 April 2024. The students were introduced to the story behind the festival (Eid al-Fitr means “the feast of breaking the fast.” The fast is Ramadan, which recalls the revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad and requires Muslims to fast from sunrise to sundown for a month ) A mellifluous quawwali presented in the traditional style and a very graceful dance choreographed to the Sufi number ‘Bismillah’ held the audience captivated.  Celebrating all festivals with equal fervour is one of our special customs and encourages our students to grow into liberal and tolerant human beings

World Health Day is celebrated globally on  7 April  every year to raise awareness about health-related issues and promote healthier lifestyles. In TISVV various activities were planned across the school on 5 April 2024 where students were encouraged to  reflect on the importance of health and well-being, both physical and emotional.Some of the younger ones had an electrifying ‘Break a Leg-Dance Fitness Activity’ where they jumped, grooved, and danced their way to better health in a specially planned session.  Some classes watched health related videos which led to a discussion among students on the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Other children enjoyed an art therapy session promoting both stress relief and emotional well-being through creative modes of self – expression. Some classes were guided through a meditation and mindfulness session which is a valuable tool to help navigate life’s challenges.  Middle Schoolers were taught to read the nutrition labels on packaged food items, thus guiding them towards healthy dietary choices. Students understood why food items containing high sodium, fats and sugars should be avoided. 

‘Children learn as they play, more importantly, in play children learn how to learn’ said O. Fred Donaldson. Expressions, the Nursery and KG Annual Day was held on 24 February 2024. Vibrant music, dance and drama set the stage ablaze as our little Tagoreans captivated everyone with their enchanting performances. Invoking the blessings of Lord Shiva, the Nursery students began their presentation with a dance recital. Their play ‘Tale of the Jungle’ underlined the importance of helping others. There was humour to boot with the Akbar Birbal adaptation, ‘Chor ki Pehchan’. Adorable action songs and rhythmic dances had everyone in the audience mesmerized.  The kindergarteners commenced with a graceful and synchronized dance rendition of the song Achyutam Keshavam. ‘A Year in KG’ gave a glimpse into the fun filled activities done in the KG class. Their play Pinocchio brought laughter and music to the stage and impressed everyone with the children’s abilities to act, sing and dance. They concluded with a spectacular and foot tapping dance as the grand finale. It was a magical day with happy faces all around as the presentations were met with thundering applause and much appreciation. Click for Video Expressions Nursery Expression KG Click for more pictures

Kritika, the Astronomy Club, marked Astronomy Day on February 12, 2024, with an enthralling display. Guided by SPACE India, club members crafted exhibits featuring charts, models, and activities like hydro rocket launches and safe solar observations. The immersive experience went beyond conventional displays, allowing students to explore planetary ring toss and feel gravitational forces on different planets. The interactive nature of the exhibits not only showcased the students’ learning throughout the year but also sparked a genuine interest in the cosmos among their peers. Kritika’s Astronomy Day celebration truly served as a captivating cosmic journey for all attendees.

“Excellence is an ongoing commitment, not an accident and as long as we are persistent in our pursuit of excellence, we will continue to grow.” With this thought we commenced our senior school Prize Distribution ceremony, under blue skies and bright sunshine,  on 9 February 2024,.  It was an honour to have Dr. Joseph Emmanuel as our chief guest for the senior school prize distribution ceremony. Dr. Emmanuel, director in the Central Board of Secondary Education, is a pioneer in his field. He currently heads the Academics Division and is responsible for guiding schools in the areas of teaching, learning and assessment.  He praised the students for having imbibed good values along with the pursuit of academic excellence and lauded the school for its focus on holistic development. ‘Your attitude decides your altitude,’ he said and exhorted the students to be the best in whatever they do and thus bring positive changes to society. He also appreciated the close bond between the teachers, parents and students. A Prize distribution ceremony serves as a platform to recognize and celebrate student achievements, fostering a culture of excellence and motivation. By acknowledging their efforts publicly, students are inspired to strive for greater success, fueling their ambition and dedication towards academic and extracurricular pursuits. Tagoreans had a plethora of awards to celebrate and the proud parents of the awardees were also there to partake in these moments of pride.  Awards for academics, for sports, for inter-House events, for the hard working cabinet members, for our dedicated teachers and support staff; no one was forgotten. The students who have been ‘buddies’ to the visually impaired students were rewarded with the Sunshine Awards. Interspersed with the list of prizes, the audience enjoyed a rhythmic and graceful Lambadi folk dance, a melodious version of ‘Raag Malhaar’ accompanied by western instruments thus giving it a contemporary twist, and finally a very peppy fusion of modern, jazz and hip hop. Some truly stunning artwork created by our students was on display and added a touch of visual beauty. The much awaited announcement of the best House (Shanti House) and Runners-Up (Ekta House) brought the day to an exciting conclusion.  Click for more pictures