REPORT ON PRE- PRIMARY SPELL WELL COMPETITION 2024-25

Language plays an important role in the all-round development of a student. Appropriate words with correct spelling convey the right message.

The Spell Well Competition was held on 23^rd December 2024 for the classes LKG & UKG.  It encouraged the young learners to enhance their vocabulary, spelling skills, and confidence. The event featured interactive activities like flashcard word recognition and fill-in-the-blank exercises, tailored to different age groups.

The finalists were selected after the 2 preliminary rounds. In the final round, questions were asked from all the subjects.

Students showcased enthusiasm and language skills, with the final round highlighting their abilities. Winners received prizes, while all participants were acknowledged for their efforts. The event successfully fostered learning, confidence, and a love for language in the preschoolers.

Children participated earnestly in the competition. Their efforts and initiative were appreciated by one and all.

The winners of L.K.G were:

The winners of U.K.G were:

Mrs. Bhatnagar appreciated the hard work of the students and the teachers. The programme ended with the National Anthem.

VEER BAL DIWAS 

Veer Bal Diwas Report On December 24, 2024, Arwachin International School celebrated Veer Bal Diwas, a day dedicated to celebrate the courage and valour of young warriors. The event aimed to instill a sense of patriotism and admiration for the brave souls who have contributed to the nation’s strength. A video highlighting the inspiring stories of Chaar Sahibzaade who sacrificed their lives for the country was screened in the classes. The video not only provided the historical context but also served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by children in the pursuit of freedom and justice. Based on the same, students actively participated in various activities like poster making, quiz and essay writing for a memorable and impactful learning experience. It fostered a spirit of pride and gratitude among the school community.

 WORKSHOP ON BIODIVERSITY

The biodiversity workshop was conducted on 13 December, 2024 at WWF- India Auditorium, Lodhi Road, to raise awareness and develop strategies for the conservation of biodiversity in response to increasing environmental challenges. It was attended by Mrs. Sunita Suri and Mrs. Rachna Kaur. The event brought together experts, researchers, policymakers and community leaders to discuss the importance of biodiversity and the urgent need for its protection.

The workshop featured keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive breakout sessions. The topics included the impact of climate change on ecosystems, conservation strategies and the role of local communities in protecting biodiversity. The participants also engaged in mapping biodiversity hotspots and identifying actionable solutions for sustainable practices.

The workshop concluded with a call to action to work collectively toward preserving biodiversity for future generations.

FABRIC PASTING ACTIVITY

Children of class 2 participated in Fabric pasting to enhance creativity and understanding of textures of different clothes.
Students brought different types of fabric pieces such as cotton, silk and Woollen in various colors and patterns. They sat in groups and pasted these fabric pieces in the given pictures.The students developed
teamwork and patience while sharing materials and ideas.
The activity was a fun and engaging way to integrate art and craft with EVS.

OUR LEADERS ACTIVITY

(CLASS-5)

The students of classes V B and V D of Arwachin International School got a wonderful opportunity to learn about the inspiring freedom warriors who selflessly battled for our country. Group presentations on different leaders who took part in the freedom struggle, not only helped the students know about the sacrifices, but also provided them the virtues of bravery, selflessness and patriotism. The activity boosted their confidence by giving them the opportunity to speak in front of everyone. All the children participated with a lot of enthusiasm. This activity proved to be a great learning experience for the students and gave them a platform to explore their talents.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS CLUB ASSEMBLY

The interactive assembly was conducted  by the students of classes 3 to 5 of Health and Wellness Club on 11^th December, 2024. The students started the event with an engaging role play, demonstrating the importance of healthy eating habits and staying fit and active. Following this, the students performed a series of karate techniques, displaying their strength and discipline while emphasizing the physical and mental benefits of martial arts. The final performance was a lively Zumba session, where the children danced to energetic music. The assembly successfully combined education with entertainment, leaving the audience motivated to adopt healthier lifestyle habits.

सतरंगी हिंदी, आधुनिक हिंदी कार्यशाला

“भारत माता के माथे की बिंदी, हम सबकी प्यारी हिंदी।”

फुल मार्क्स प्रकाशन द्वारा 7 दिसंबर, 2024 को भारती पब्लिक स्कूल, मयूर विहार , नई दिल्ली में श्रीमती पुनीता पचौरी के मार्गदर्शन में एक कार्यशाला का आयोजन किया गया जिसमें अर्वाचीन इंटरनेशनल स्कूल, दिलशाद गार्डन की ओर से श्रीमती शुचि कौशिक और श्रीमती पूनम वर्मा ने भाग लिया। इस कार्यशाला का विषय ‘सतरंगी हिंदी, आधुनिक हिंदी ’ था।

कार्यशाला में विभिन्न मुख मुद्राओं द्वारा छात्रों को हिंदी मात्राओं के शिक्षण के विषय में बताया गया। विद्यार्थियों में उच्चारण संबंधी अशुद्धियों को दूर करने संबंधी अनेक ज्ञानवर्धक जानकारियाँ प्रदान की गईं। मानक हिंदी एवं शुद्ध वर्तनियों पर चर्चा की गई । इस कार्यशाला में विभिन्न रुचिकर गतिविधियों द्वारा हिंदी भाषा शिक्षण को रुचिकर बनाने एवं कक्षा में छात्रों की सहभागिता बढ़ाने पर ज़ोर दिया गया। विद्यार्थियों में उच्चारण संबंधी अशुद्धियों को दूर करने संबंधी अनेक ज्ञानवर्धक जानकारियाँ प्रदान की गईं। भाषा कौशलों के विकास संबंधित गतिविधियाँ भी सुझाई गईं। अतः यह कार्यशाला अत्यंत लाभप्रद एवं ज्ञानवर्धक थी।

JAPANESE INTERACTIVE ASSEMBLY BY CLASSES III-V

The students of classes 3 to 5 conducted the Japanese interactive assembly to showcase the culture and language of Japan. The event was thoughtfully organized and included a variety of engaging performances that captivated the audience.

The assembly began with a delightful group song, "Doraemon" sung in Japanese. This was followed by a series of role plays performed in the Japanese language, demonstrating the students' growing proficiency and creativity. A beautiful dance performance further enriched the event, leaving the audience mesmerized by its grace and cultural essence. To conclude, an interactive quiz on Japan was conducted, which not only tested but also expanded the students' knowledge about Japan's culture, traditions and language.

Mrs. Surya Laxmi, the coordinator, commended the students for their hard work and dedication. She encouraged them to continue spreading their enthusiasm for the Japanese language and culture.

This event highlighted the importance of cultural understanding and language learning, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.

क्षेत्रीय संस्कृत क्लब गतिविधि प्रतियोगिता (२०२४)

शिक्षा निदेशालय द्वारा दिनांक ११ नवंबर से १६ नवंबर तक पाँच दिवसीय क्षेत्रीय संस्कृत क्लब के अन्तर्गत आयोजित प्रतियोगिताओं का आयोजन सबोली विद्यालय के उपप्रधानाचार्य श्रीमान्‌ रूपचन्द जी के नेतृत्व में अर्वाचीन इंटरनेशनल विद्यालय में किया गया । इन प्रतियोगिताओं में सभी सरकारी और गैर सरकारी विद्यालयों ने प्रतिभाग किया । शिक्षक श्रीमान्‌ दिव्यांशु आर्य, श्रीमान्‌ राहुल आर्य, श्रीमान्‌ दीपक शर्मा, श्रीमान्‌ सोनू शर्मा, और शिक्षिका श्रीमती डॉ० दीप्ति कुमारी द्वारा निर्णायक मंडल की प्रतिभा निभाई गई ।अर्वाचीन इंटरनेशनल स्कूल के छात्रों ने अच्छा प्रदर्शन किया। भाषण प्रतियोगिता में कक्षा नवमी के छात्र वेदान्त ने प्रथम स्थान प्राप्त किया। संभाषण प्रतियोगिता में कक्षा सप्तमी की छात्रा हरलीन कौर और धैर्य वर्मा ने प्रथम स्थान प्राप्त किया और श्लाकोच्चारण प्रतियोगिता में चैतन्य देव ने द्वितीय स्थान प्राप्त किया।

इन प्रतियोगितायों का आयोजन अर्वाचीन विद्यालय की प्रधानाचार्या श्रीमती रुचिरा भट्नागर जी के दिशा निर्देश के अर्न्गगत हुआ तथा प्रतियोगिताओं को सम्पन्न करवाने में उन्होंने पूर्ण सहयोग दिया ।विजेता छात्रों को स्मृति चिहन और प्रमाण-पत्र देकर पुरस्कृत किया गया।

ECO AND HERITAGE CLUB

On 29 November, 2024, The Eco and Heritage Club of our school organized an interactive assembly to celebrate the efforts of the students in environmental conservation and cultural preservation. The program began with an inspiring introduction to the club, highlighting initiatives like bird feeders, rally on water preservation, making of organic colors etc. Working model of Rain Water Harvesting was showcased and the students and teachers were informed about the process of making Ecobricks and how they can be used to build different structures. The assembly featured a thought-provoking mime act on saving water. A video showcasing India’s rich cultural heritage and traditions provided a visual treat, emphasizing the importance of preserving our legacy. To engage the audience further, a quiz on India’s culture and heritage tested their knowledge and enthusiasm. The event concluded with the signing of the National anthem and creating awareness to protect our environment and heritage, leaving everyone motivated to contribute to these causes. 

REPORT ON ENGLISH WORKSHOP

On 27 Nov’24 Oxford University Press organised a session on "Making Teaching English in the Classroom Enjoyable". It was attended by Mrs. Priya Grover and Ms. Natasha Sharma. The Resource Person was Ms. Claire Horsburgh.

The Key takeaways from the session were-

 1. Cross-Curriculum Links: The resource person emphasized the importance of integrating English language learning with other subjects, such as history, science, and mathematics. This approach helps students see the relevance of English language skills in real-life contexts.

2. Working with Words and Pre-Reading and Post-Reading Exercises: Participants learned various techniques to make vocabulary building and word work more engaging, including word games, puzzles, activities that promote critical thinking, setting reading goals, including discussions, debates, writing tasks, and creative projects.

3. Making Poetry More Interesting and Using Plays, Letters, and Diaries: The resource person provided tips on how to make poetry more accessible and enjoyable for students, including using visual aids, music, and performance. Also how to incorporate plays, letters, and diaries into general English language lessons to make learning more engaging and interactive.

The participants gained practical ideas and strategies for making English language classes more enjoyable and engaging. Educators developed a deeper understanding of how to integrate English language learning with other subjects. The workshop fostered a sense of community among participants, who shared their experiences and best practices.