TOPIC: Self Discipline is the Best Discipline

DATE: 20th September, 2024

CLASS TEACHERS: Ms Anju Seth and Ms Aleesha Ghambhir

The assembly of I C, titled ‘Self Discipline is the Best Discipline’ aimed to show the integral part that discipline and routine play in our lives.  

The students depicted self discipline through agile yoga asanas, a Hoopla Dance performance, a Kathak performance and a skilled skating routine. The assembly began with a chanting of the Gayatri mantra and the Ganesh Vandana. The students spoke about the importance of self discipline and recited a poem based on the theme. The entire class participated in a group dance performance which brought the assembly to a close. The assembly concluded with the National Anthem followed by a group photograph.

TOPIC: Wellness Warriors

DATE: 12th September, 2024

CLASS TEACHERS: Ms Soniya Bhushan and Ms Ankita Negi

The assembly of I B, titled ‘Wellness Warriors’ aimed to show the importance of health and fitness in our daily lives.  

The different aspects of health and fitness were effectively portrayed on the stage by the students of I B through poems, songs, and a thought for the day. The students began their assembly with Sanskrit shlokas and a song. The assembly ended with a lively Zumba routine that energised everyone in the audience. The students of I B were able to relay the importance of health and fitness in all its forms. The assembly concluded with the National Anthem followed by a group photograph.

TOPIC: Safety Squad

DATE: 10th September, 2024

CLASS TEACHERS: Ms. Dimple Malhotra and Ms. Mridusmita Sharma

The assembly of I A, titled ‘Safety Squad’ aimed to show the need for safety and vigilance in various areas of life. 

The students began the assembly with the recitation of a prayer. They touched upon the different aspects of the theme through a group discussion, a poem and parent interactions. The students then performed a dance on Daily Safety. The students  demonstrated the need for vigilance and safety at home, in school and in the digital environment. They gained valuable lessons on personal safety through the assembly. The assembly concluded with the National Anthem followed by a group photograph.

The students of Class IV visited the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya on Friday, 10th May 2024. The museum is a tribute to the past prime ministers of our country and their contributions. The trip provided an immersive experience for the students who were able to visualise post independence India through different interactive displays. Museums provide a unique learning experience to young minds and the students were very receptive to the new information they picked up on their visit. It is of paramount importance for children to have diverse sources of learning and the Pradhanmantri Sanghralaya provided an exceptional educational experience. 

The students of Class V visited the Ambedkar Memorial on Wednesday, 8 May, 2024. It was a wonderful learning experience for the students who watched history come alive in front of them through different audio visual displays. Dr. Ambedkar’s struggle and triumph against all odds inspired the students of class V and lit the fire of curiosity in them. Through different interactive sessions, they gained a deeper understanding of history. The museum also houses a photo archive where the students observed different photographs of Dr. Ambedkar. 

The visit was a truly enriching educational experience that broadened the horizons of history for many students. 

A workshop on Hockey Awareness was held on 16 May, 2024. Mr. Gaurav Singh, a hockey player himself, and the president of the Dhyan Chand Foundation came to DPS East of Kailash to enthuse the students and awaken a love for hockey in them. Mr. Singh had a lively interaction with the students about the importance of physical fitness and playing a sport like hockey. He narrated personal anecdotes and explained the significance of the sport. Mr. Singh encouraged the students to participate in morning games and explained the physical and mental health benefits of early morning exercise. The students responded enthusiastically to the workshop and were eager to participate in future sporting events. 

Reading is a habit that ensures that one is never lonely. DPS East of Kailash believes in the holistic development of children, and provides different opportunities for the little bookworms to read. DPS EOK held a Book Fair organised by the Ministry of Culture, on its premises on 11th May, 2024. The headmistress, Ms. Usha Diptivilasa, herself an avid reader, presided over the event. The book fair began with the lighting of the lamp, and the headmistress cut the ribbon. DPS students, accompanied by their parents, showed immense enthusiasm at the fair. They browsed different genres and skimmed through the books and catalogues. The day ended with content smiles from the little bibliophiles, eager to go home and read their special finds. 

Class 3 Movie Outing

On 26th April 2024, Class 3 students of Delhi Public School, East of Kailash were taken on an outing to a cinema hall. The students watched the animated film ‘Kung Fu Panda’. The students were eager to see it the fim. Through the film they learned about finding their inner strength and the importance of leading by example. They enjoyed their experience immensely and drew their favourite characters on their return to school. The students and teachers discussed the various animals they saw on screen and their importance in the ecology. They also discussed how pandas are on the verge of extinction and the importance of conservation. 

Class 2 Movie Outing 

The students of class 2, Delhi Public School, East of Kailash were taken to watch the film ‘Inside Out 2’ on 6 August 2024. The film depicts the role that different emotions play, and how to process them. The film was relevant to the students and they were able to identify various emotions they saw on screen. The students enjoyed the animated movie and discussed the emotions amongst themselves. On their return to school, the students spoke about their experience and importance of expressing your emotions. Later, they put their thoughts to paper and wrote a short paragraph on their Movie Day. 

Bill Nye once said, “To leave the world better than you found it, sometimes you have
to pick up other people’s trash.” Taking up the responsibility to make the Earth a
better place, the students of DPS East of Kailash dedicated the day to serving Mother
Nature, and hence attended a bagless day in school. Various activities were
conducted to raise awareness about the effects of climate change. A history of Earth
Day was shown to the students through a video presentation. Outdoor games and
quizzes based on various Earth conservation and preservation practices made learning
fun for the students and teachers alike. Reuse, reduce and recycle was the mantra.
Students created bags out of old t-shirts, recycled newspapers into papier-mâché
bowls and made best out of waste artwork. The day ended with a sense of
commitment in the student body to take up the challenge to preserve our natural
resources.

Disaster preparedness is central to the safety of the students in school. A Fire Drill was organised
at DPS East of Kailash with the help of Delhi Disaster Management Authority to prepare the
students and staff for any natural disaster or emergency. At the ringing of the hooter, the order to
evacuate the school was delivered by the Headmistress, Ms. Usha Diptivilasa ma’am. The students
displayed an impressive presence of mind and calmly followed their class teachers to the football
field. The firefighters demonstrated a rescue operation with local volunteers and medical
professionals. The Principal, Ms. Padma Srinivasan, and the Headmistress, Ms. Usha Diptivilasa,
welcomed Mr. Sushil Singh, Special CEO, Delhi Disaster Management to the school. Mr. Sushil Singh
addressed the students and commended their quick response and congratulated the management
for the successful evacuation. He held personal interactions with the students regarding safety and
preparedness and encouraged them to always be alert.
The Fire Drill empowered the students with knowledge that could save them and others in the
future.