Noida, Ghaziabad schools hold founders’ days, annual functions and debates
GYANSHREE SCHOOL, NOIDA
Gyanshree School, Noida hosted ‘Perspectiva Gyanshree’- The All India Haldiram’s Invitational Debate. The dynamic format, conceptualised by the Principal Brinda Ghosh, combines the concepts of in-house preparation and ‘impromptu’ topics allowing debaters to present their perspectives in the most original manner. 16 reputed schools from all over India participated, out of which 10 teams made it to the Finals. The topics for debates were selected through a draw and participants were given two hours of preparation time. The debaters were articulate and voiced their opinions confidently. The judges commended their efforts and gave them practical advice to better their debating skills. Dr. Dynasheshwar Mulay, IFS and Dr. Sadhana Shanker, IRS were the Chief Guest and the Guest of Honour respectively. The proposition of the house for the final round was, ‘Depression- a luxury of the rich? The eminent judges praised the young finalists on their debating prowess and research-backed arguments. The Director Rita Kapur referred to v davidy and the extensively practiced tradition of formal debates in ancient India. The winning team from Yadavindra Public School, Patiala bagged a cash prize of INR 50,000 and a Rolling Trophy.
DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL, GAUTAM BUDDH NAGAR
DPS, Gautam Buddh Nagar celebrated their 5th Founder’s Day. Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Union Minister of State, Health and Family Welfare, Dr Mahesh Kumar Sharma, Member of Parliament from Noida constituency, Rekha Mehra, Kathak Exponent and Choreographer graced the occasion as the Chief
Guests on different days. The school’s publications- ‘Founder’s Day Brochure, Srijan – Visual Arts Magazine and Ullas – Performing Arts Magazine were also unveiled on the occasion. The highlight of the event was the enactment of the one act play – ‘Bagiya – The Story of Banchharam’. The evening was directed by Mayank Hashmi, Director Kala Manch and the students lived up to his alluring vision. The guests applauded the students, teachers and staff of DPS, GBN for putting up such a colourful and scintillating show with a strong social message of respecting and caring for the elders.
HILLWOODS ACADEMY, GREATER NOIDA
Hillwoods Academy, Greater Noida organised its Annual day. Ambassador Amar Sinha, Retd diplomat from Indian Foreign Service was the Chief Guest. The theme for the day was water and music. The day commenced with the lamp Lighting and Saraswati Vandana followed by perfectly synchronised miraculous band display by the school band. The School Head presented the annual school report. “Water is the driving force of all nature.” To convey the importance of water conservation, the students presented “Jal Hai To Kal Hai” which was a mime followed by electrifying dance presentation. The budding actors took the stage with their hilarious performance in English Play “Uncle Podger Hangs the Picture”. The thoughtfully composed music, choreography and presentation of the Dance- drama “Siddhartha Se Gautama Buddha” mesmerised the guests. The school magazine ‘Expressions’ was released. The prizes were presented to the meritorious students. The Chief Guest was all praise for the students and mentors for their sensitive, confident and wonderful presentation.
DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL, SIDDHARTH VIHAR
DPS, Siddharth Vihar organised the Annual function on the theme of this ‘The Birth of Christ’. The Chief Guest was Pastor Arpan from the Ingraham Methodist Church. The Guest of honour was Sister Shiny, Principal Holy Child School, Ghaziabad. The function was presided over by the Pro-vice Chairman of the school Braham Singh Yadav. The programme commenced with the lighting of the candles by the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour.
The Director of school Meeta Rai extended a warm welcome to one and all and addressed the gathering. The musical pageant ‘Nativity Play’ where in the depiction of the birth of Jesus Christ amidst the mellifluous and melodious singing of the carols by the choir resonated and reverberated in the entire hall winning cheering applause and appreciation by all. Pastor Arpan whole heartedly praised the participants and spoke about the significance of the day. Sister Shiny exhorted the students to imbibe the true spirit of Christmas. The Vote of Thanks was delivered by the Principal Anita Dutta.
AK CHILDREN ACADEMY, RAJNAGAR EXTENSION
A.K. Children Academy, Rajnagar Extension held their annual Academics Award Ceremony. Boards of Directors, Principal Tanusri Bhattacharya, H.M Meenakshi Singh and other guests honoured the award ceremony. The programme commenced with lighting the lamp followed by the dance performance, Ganesh Vandana. A short skit based on the role of the teachers in the student’s life was presented by the students. The must awaited award ceremony started with the Principal’s message congratulating the students, parents and the teachers for the outstanding performance. Cash awards were given to the students who achieved 100% in the subjects in the board results and those who scored 95% and above in the subjects. The school also felicitated Akshat Jha of class X with special cash award for his overall outstanding performance in the various fields. The school also recognised the hard work of the teachers for giving the best results with cash awards and award of appreciation.