The Junior Library buzzed with excitement in August 2024 as students from Classes I to V participated in engaging activities celebrating India’s heritage and freedom. Class I enjoyed a lively storytelling session with “Elmer the Elephant,” learning valuable lessons on diversity and unity. Class II explored the significance of the Indian flag, crafting tri-colour bookmarks as they delved into the meanings of the colours. Class III researched and presented famous quotes by freedom fighters, fostering a deeper connection to India’s history. Class IV honored women freedom fighters by creating and showcasing biographical posters. Class V’s month concluded with an exhilarating quiz on India’s struggle for independence. The students’ enthusiasm and active participation made the activities both educational and enjoyable.

Learning the English language takes one far beyond just grammar or writing practice, it also includes communication skills and holistic development. A simple iced tea-making activity by the students of Class X on 5 August 2024 was designed to infuse life skills through a trans-disciplinary approach. Children created unique tea flavors using flowers, fruits, and spices, blending their recipes with care and serving them to their teachers. This activity required careful planning and teamwork, involving procurement, hospitality, marketing, and organizational skills. This approach integrates various subjects with soft skills like social and interpersonal interaction and teamwork. By taking the classroom activities beyond academics, we empower all students, fostering confidence and highlighting diverse career opportunities.

On 23 August 2024, Kindergarten students participated in an energetic ‘Clay Carnival’ intra-class competition, bringing the ‘Sea World’ theme to life. The young creators enthusiastically sculpted a variety of sea creatures from playdough, adding detailed touches like underwater plants to complete their marine masterpieces. This hands-on activity fueled their creativity and sharpened their fine motor skills as they moulded the playdough into shape. The resulting oceanic displays were truly impressive and garnered widespread appreciation. Results First PRAJANYA  DEV  LOHIA KG B Second AADYA  PANDEY KG A Second AYRA  TAANK KG C Third NIYAMAT  KAUR KG A Consolation ANKUSH  RAJ KG B

The ‘Clay Carnival’ intra-class competition for Nursery students, held on 29 August 2024, was a vibrant display of creativity and learning. The young participants eagerly rolled their play dough, shaping it into colorful fruits and vegetables, each piece a testament to their imagination and skill. This engaging activity not only sparked their creativity but also helped in strengthening their muscles, improving dexterity, and enhancing hand-eye coordination. Watching the little ones immersed in their creations was a true joy, making the event a delightful and enriching experience for all involved. Results First KAVYA Nursery C Second ARYAN KUMAR Nursery A Third DEVYANSHI KEWAT Nursery B Third MISHIKA GARG Nursery C

On 27 August 2024, students of Class I participated in the “Little Puppeteers” Intra-Class Competition, where they displayed their storytelling skills using finger puppets. The event revolved around the theme of Folklore and Famous Fables. Enthusiastic students brought stories like The Woodcutter and the Axe, The Three Little Pigs, and The Lion and the Mouse to life with their creative use of finger puppets. The competition not only enhanced their storytelling abilities but also provided a fun, engaging way to learn classic tales, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained. Results First Anaisha Verma I A Second Gian Irom I A Third Ayaan Bajaj I C Third Natasha Gandhi I A Consolation Leishna Keisam I B

On 27 August 2024, Class V students participated in the Intra-Class competition, Fusion Fantasy, where creativity knew no bounds. The competition was a unique showcase of traditional Indian art forms, presented in a vibrant and dynamic manner. Students crafted compelling advertisements that not only highlighted the essence and historical significance of their chosen art forms but also aimed to educate and captivate the audience. The fusion of Warli art, Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Garba , Mughal architecture, Mandala art, and Yoga created a harmonious and visually stunning presentation that blended visual art with physical and expressive disciplines. The audience was enthralled by the seamless integration of these diverse art forms, experiencing a rich tapestry of culture and tradition. Fusion Fantasy  celebrated the diversity and richness of Indian cultural heritage through the students’ innovative and creative expressions. Results First Vardaan Gupta V C First Anshi Paramanik V C First Anahita Rawat V C First Kaira Sang V C First Alina Chattopadhyay V C Second Ahana Pandey V C Second Ashmika Bhardwaj V C Second Dhir Vikram Aggarwal V C Second Myra Dyrakoti V C Second Yerik Gupta V C Third Aarshav Bhattacharya V B Third Kabir Bhatia V B Third Ayaan Sardana V B Third Sara Kakkar V B Third Avika Madan V B Third Navansh Saneja V B Consolation Adhyan Juneja V A Consolation Anaya Sharma V A Consolation Amyrah Batra V A Consolation Gunvansh Singh V A Consolation Aaira Sethi V A Consolation Aanya Tewari V A

The Dance and Music Competition themed “Echoes of East” which resonates with the celebrations of Independence Day was a vibrant showcase of cultural pride in our heritage. Participants from various age groups delivered captivating performances, blending traditional dance with contemporary styles. All the houses showcased their allotted states’ culture with great energy and innovative renditions of patriotic themes. The event celebrated the region’s cultural diversity and struggle for independence, with a rich array of performances depicting the states of Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, and more , creating a memorable tribute to the spirit of freedom. The first position was secured by Shanti House followed by Pragati House securing the second position in the competition. Results First Position: Shanti House Second Position: Pragati House Sharanya VI C Sonakshi Singh XI A Sharon XII A Sanvi Kaushik XII A Lalrinsangi XII B Anvi M X C Priyanka XII D Nav Ratan XII A Dhairya IX A Jesnoor Kaur XI A Aditya IX C Amayra Chanana XII D Shaurya XII C Aryan Sharma VI C Ashvika VIII A Kabir Singh IX B Lavanya Jain VIII B Rohan Sehgal VII C Amaira Kapoor IX A   Aanya Aneja IX C   Sanika IX C