The festival of lights- Diwali was celebrated at Ekya, ITPL with enthusiasm and fervour. Students of the pre-primary, dressed in ethnic clothes, watched animation shows on ‘safe practices during Diwali’ and learnt songs too. They painted diyas and carried it home with pride!
“We were all children once. And we all share the desire for the well-being of our children, which has always been and will continue to be the most universally cherished aspiration of humankind."
A day marking childhood, Children’s Day celebrations focus on children and their enjoyment. Schools and educational institutions mark the occasion as a grand fiesta. At Ekya School, J.P Nagar, Children’s day commemorated with immense joy, enthusiasm and magnificence. Various activities and events were specially organized by the teachers for this day. The assembly was organised and carried out by our teachers. The programme began with a prayer by our music teacher followed by news, teacher talk and a cultural programme which comprised of a skit, medley of songs and a dance. The excitement and enjoyment of the students made every teacher gleam with happiness.
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Ekya school ITPL, has begun its journey into the world of sports by celebrating their first ever Sports day on the 7th of November 2015.
The day began with parents rushing in, to find a spot from where they could see their children best. The chairman Mr K. C Ramamurthy declared the sports day open. The March past by the students of grade 6-11 was led by the school captains, Ann Clara and Lohit Anup. The houses named after the elements of the earth- Agni, Bhoomi, Jal and Vayu were led by their captains who held flags signifying the elements of nature. Students marched briskly and assembled for the oath-taking ceremony, which was administered by the Principal, Dr Sabitha Ramamurthy.
Grade 5 demonstrated a serene yoga display and enlightened everyone with their knowledge of the Surya Namaskar and other asanas.
Grades 1 and 2 enthralled everyone with their kalarippayattu display to instrumental music. Students smiled and danced into the hearts of one and all.
Grades 3 and 4 students presented a beautiful and colourful display dressed as butterflies. The display was mesmerising and well-synchronised set to popular instrumental Bollywood numbers.
Races for the primary school had the crowd in a frenzy of excitement. Parents participated enthusiastically in great numbers in a game that was organised for them.
Achievements were rewarded at the end of the day, certificates, medals, trophies galore!!!!!!
The event came to an end with the school choir singing the national anthem and students and parents went home with happy memories.
Ekya Itpl awaits another sports day eagerly!
Madhushree. S
(Sub-editor, Ekya school ITPL)
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