Workshop Report

Class V

‘Good bye old, Hello new’

As the academic session is coming to an end and very soon students of class V will have a transition from Junior School to Senior School, thus a sensitization workshop was conducted for all students of class V to guide them about the forthcoming transition. The interactive workshop was conducted by the School Counsellor on Thursday, 20 February 2025.

Through the workshop, students were guided about the forthcoming changes that they will encounter in the times ahead. Through various activities, students were helped in identifying their strengths and positively making use of them. Students shared their personal feelings as they are nearing this transition. Further they were helped to create a plan of action for themselves.

The workshop successfully acted like a strong step in the preparation of making our students self- reliant and emotionally learned. Lastly students came up with their specific concerns and sought suggestions for their journey ahead.

‘When little people are overwhelmed by big emotions, It’s our job to share the calm, not join the chaos’

WORKSHOP ON RECYCLING PAPER

The newspaper subscribers of Classes 4 and 5 were treated to a fun workshop on recycling paper on 19 February 2025. This was conducted in the Activity Hall of our Junior Wing where all the children who subscribe to the HT-PACE children’s edition newspaper assembled, to learn to make fridge magnets using papier mache. The workshop was conducted by Ms. Priyanka Mahajan on behalf of Hindustan Times. The children came prepared with all the materials required as instructed to them. A proper step-by-step demo was given by Ms. Mahajan who explained with care and patience the nuances of creating the fridge magnets. The children used their imagination and creativity to produce cute and beautiful papier mache fridge magnets. They painted, decorated and designed them in bright colours with fabulous motifs and meaningful little phrases. The workshop was well enjoyed by the children. It helped develop their psychomotor skills and added a new talent to their learning. They went home happily with self-made gifts.

A REPORT OF GK QUIZ COMPETITION

 Competitions stimulate innovation. Quizzes play a pivotal role in enhancing student engagement, promoting active learning and reinforcing retention of key concepts. An interclass GK competition was conducted in TAFS Junior Wing on 18 February 2024.

The competition witnessed talented contestants and enthusiastic audience participation. The contestants were selected from the individual class competitions.

The quiz was divided into different rounds like quick answer, audio visual and current affairs.

The level of the questions were kept on par with the competitive exams to assist the students in building the base of the subject and prepare them for the future endeavours.  

The winners were:-

1 . Class 3

  Winners - Team B 

(Aviral Arora and Avanya Kapoor )

2. Class 4 

   Winners- Team E

(Palash Shailesh Kulkarni  and Arnav Sharma)

3. Class 5

     Winners - Team C

(Samarth KN and Lavanya Singh )

The successful event not only created the awareness among the students about the importance of General Knowledge but also encouraged them to keep updated about the current affairs and events  

SCIENCE ACTIVITY WEEK

06 – 10 FEBRUARY 2025

REPORT OF THE 12TH TAFS MINI FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

6 FEB 25-7 FEB 25

The Air Force School (TAFS) successfully hosted the 12th TAFS Mini Football Tournament on 6th and 7th February 2025. The tournament featured 14 teams, displaying exceptional talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

The event was inaugurated by Principal Lomina Rajiv, who addressed the teams with inspiring words, highlighting the importance of perseverance and discipline. The oath of fair play was taken by all participants. The Principal and Headmistress of TAFS were also present at the inaugural ceremony.

Friendly matches were also played between TAFS, AFGJI and AFBBS teams in The Air Force Bal Bhart School, fostering camaraderie and healthy competition among young footballers.

The tournament followed a knockout format, with teams competing fiercely. Class V students gathered as spectators to witness the thrilling final match. It was a nail-biting contest that went down to the wire and was ultimately decided by penalties.

The two-day event concluded with a grand trophy presentation ceremony, celebrating the outstanding performances of the players.  Air Force Bal Bharti School, Lodhi Road , while  The Air Force School, Subroto Park  emerged as the runners-up. The tournament provided a valuable platform for young footballers to showcase their skills and gain competitive experience.

The event was further enriched with lively music and refreshments for the players and attendees, enhancing the overall atmosphere. This prestigious tournament was a testament to the dedication and passion of the participants, leaving everyone with memorable experiences and valuable lessons in teamwork and perseverance.

REPORT ON CYBER SECURITY WORKSHOP

Computer Science Week Activities Report

13 Jan 2025 to 17 Jan 2025

Report on Robotics Workshop in Collaboration with American Centre and STEAM Varsity Institute

The Air Force School organisd a four-week Robotics workshop in collaboration with the U.S Embassy, American Centre and STEAM Varsity Institute in the month of January 2025.The program aimed to equip students with hands-on experience in robotics, programming, and design thinking while fostering creativity and innovation. The workshop brought together enthusiastic participants eager to explore the dynamic field of robotics.The workshop was attended by 15 students of Class VIII.

Week One was devoted to  Getting Started with Robotics. It  served as an introduction and icebreaker for the participants.

The Icebreaker Activities were conducted to help the students get to know each other and build camaraderie.Students were divided into teams to encourage collaboration and teamwork throughout the workshop.

Each team received a robotics kit of parts, which sparked excitement as they explored the tools and components. The week concluded with an introduction to robot building and programming fundamentals, laying the groundwork for future sessions.

The second week focused on developing technical skills in design and visualization in CAD and 3D Modelling Software. Hands-on activities allowed participants to design and visualize components for their robots.This session enhanced their spatial reasoning and design thinking capabilities.

The third week emphasized the integration of hardware and programming. Students explored the use of motors and sensors to enhance the functionality of their robots. Sessions on programming, computational thinking, and physical computing helped participants develop problem-solving skills and logical thinking. Teams worked collaboratively to program their robots for specific tasks.

The final week was dedicated to ideation, refinement, and presentation.Students engaged in design thinking exercises to brainstorm innovative solutions. Prototyping sessions enabled them to transform their ideas into tangible models. The workshop culminated with a graduation ceremony, where teams presented their projects to peers and mentors, showcasing their learning journey. 

Certificates were awarded to participants, celebrating their dedication and accomplishments.

The robotics workshop provided a comprehensive platform for students to learn and grow in the field of robotics. Through collaborative efforts, hands-on activities, and expert guidance, participants developed technical and interpersonal skills, inspiring them to pursue further exploration in STEM fields. The program was a resounding success, fostering innovation and enthusiasm among young minds

REPORT ON THE 7TH TAFS MINI BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
30 JAN 25-31 JAN 25

The Air Force School (TAFS) successfully hosted the 7th TAFS Mini Basketball Tournament on 30th and 31st January 2025. The tournament saw enthusiastic participation from nine teams, showcasing remarkable sportsmanship and talent.

The event was inaugurated by ED Squadron Leader Tinju Thomas, who addressed the teams with inspiring words, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and fair play. The oath of fair play was taken by all the participants,. The Principal and Headmistress of TAFS were also present at the inaugural ceremony.

The tournament featured knockout matches. The matches were refereed by the experienced Mr Zorawar  and  Mr GS Shekhawat Sir. Some matches were closely contested, keeping the spectators on the edge of their seats, while others displayed sheer dominance by stronger teams. Throughout the tournament, team spirit and competitive enthusiasm were evident among the players.

As part of the tournament, friendly practice matches were also played between TAFS and AFGJI teams in both boys’ and girls’ categories, fostering camaraderie and healthy competition.

The two-day event concluded with a trophy presentation ceremony, where the victorious teams were honored. The boys' trophy was claimed by  Air Force Bal Bharti School, Lodhi Road , while  The Air Force School,Subroto Park  emerged as the runners-up. In the girls' category,  The Air Force School,Subroto Park secured the winners’ trophy, with  Delhi Public School, Vasant Kunj finishing as the runners-up. The tournament provided a valuable platform for young players to showcase their talent and hone their skills in a competitive environment.

The event was further enriched with lively music and refreshments for the players and attendees, adding to the festive atmosphere.The tournament was a testament to the dedication and passion of the participants, leaving everyone with memorable experiences and valuable lessons in teamwork and perseverance.

Results
Girls:

Winners: The Air Force School,Subroto Park
Runners-up: Delhi Public School, Vasant Kunj

Boys:

Winners: Air Force Bal Bharti School, Lodhi Road
Runners-up: The Air Force School,Subroto Park