REPUBLIC DAY CELEBRATIONS- JUNIOR WING (20-24 JAN 2025)

Jr School TAFS celebrated the 76^th Indian Republic Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour. The celebrations lasted an entire week with each Class adding a unique touch to it. Various activities were organised to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India and to instil a sense of pride and unity among the students.

Class UKG teachers introduced the young learners to the significance of the Republic Day and deshbhakti. They sang deshbhakti songs and rhymes like “Mera Bharat Mahan”. They made Tricolour balloons using the tear-and- paste technique. They also discussed the significance of the Republic Day Parade.

Class I students created colourful kites using the tear-and-paste technique, adding a personal touch by writing their home state on each kite. A classroom discussion explored India’s diverse states, utilising a map to spark curiosity.

Class 2 students learned about the significance of the Indian Pledge and were encouraged to memorise it. Classes 2B and 2C conducted a special assembly, featuring patriotic songs and a lively dance performance. The students collectively recited the Indian Pledge, demonstrating their commitment to the nation’s values.

Class 3 students watched an informative video about the Republic Day and bravery awards. A quiz based on the video was conducted to test the students’ understanding and knowledge.

As part of the celebrations, the students of Class 4 conducted an activity on the Preamble of the Indian Constitution. The students were shown the Preamble and the key words were explained to them. They then wrote the first paragraph of the preamble in the form of the scroll along with a relevant drawing.

An English Oration Competition was held for Class 5 students on the theme ‘Patriotism- its significance and ways of expression’. It was a remarkable display of young minds expressing their deep love for the nation. While the competition was tough, a few exceptional presentations stood out winning the hearts of the judges. Class 5C conducted a special assembly for the Republic Day with a skit and dance presentation.

It was a heart-warming celebration of India’s spirit, strength and heritage.

VEER GATHA INITIATIVE - A TALK BY LIEUTENANT GENERAL SATISH DUA

21 JAN 2025

An engaging interactive session was held for Class IX and XI students, featuring Lieutenant General Satish Dua PVSM UYSM VSM SM, an esteem officer of the Indian Army. The session revolved around "Veer Gatha," a program aimed at inspiring students with stories of courage, patriotism, and the sacrifices made by India's armed forces.

The Veer Gatha session highlighted the bravery and sacrifices of soldiers who protect the nation. He emphasized the importance of remembering their contributions and learning from their lives. The speaker shared real-life accounts of soldiers who displayed extraordinary courage in the face of adversity. These stories inspired students to develop resilience, determination, and a sense of responsibility.

Lt. Gen. Dua encouraged students to adopt discipline, integrity, and hard work in their daily lives. He emphasized that these qualities are essential not only in the armed forces but also in achieving personal success. The session was followed by an interaction where the students, asked insightful questions about the life of soldiers, the challenges they face, and how young people can contribute to the nation's growth.

The session left a profound impact on the students, motivating them to embrace values like courage, patriotism, and perseverance. It was a unique opportunity to learn from a real-life hero and understand the significance of the sacrifices made by the armed forces.

REPORT ON ENGLISH ORATION COMPETITION: CLASSES III, IV AND V

HINDI ORATION COMPETITION - CLASS V 

Math Week Celebrations – Junior Wing (13-18 Jan 2025)

"Mathematics is the game of games, the puzzle of puzzles, the art of arts." - Reuben Hersh

Mathematics not only enhances our thinking but also highlights the immense potential of the human mind. To inspire young learners and eliminate math anxiety, 'Math Week' was held at TAFS Junior School from January 13th to 18th, 2025. The theme for the event was 'Mathematics in daily life' and all class activities were centered around this concept.

This provided a wonderful opportunity for students in classes I-V to engage in math activities and foster a love for the subject. Teachers carefully designed these activities to challenge students' thinking, enhance their problem-solving abilities, and develop their observation and analytical skills.

During this week, the following activities were conducted :

Class UKG enjoyed an Addition Hands-on Game using flash cards, glasses and balls.

Students of class 1 went to a Shape hunt around the school with their tiny handmade Shape Detectors. They observed and recognized objects of different shapes in their surroundings. Then they drew two objects they observed. Children had fun in the activity.

Children of class 2 used play money in the classroom to mimic buying different items like bottle, pencils, and toys etc. Each student was given play money to spend, and they learned how to count the money and give the correct amount when making a purchase. In this activity, they learned that money helps us to buy things we need and want. They enjoyed making different money combination with their classmates.

Class 3 students were thrilled to embark on a shopping mall excursion, where they got to apply their knowledge of money management in a practical setting. Using mock currency notes, they purchased metro tickets, stationery, and toys. The students took turns to play the roles of shopkeepers and customers, making the learning experience fun and interactive.

Class 4 students were excited at the idea of being able to apply the concept of measuring area using unit squares practically. They used colorful origami sheets as unit squares to measure the area of different floor tiles( in corridor, classroom) allotted to each team comprising of 6 /7 children.

For Class V children a GUESS and CHECK Group Activity on the concept of ‘Area’ was conducted. Students first guessed how many children could stand in a square of 1 sq m and then they made newspaper sheets of the same size and stood on them to verify their guesses. After that population density of different states was also compared and discussed. While doing this Hands-on activity, children could have a concrete sense of how big is 1 square metre  area.

These activities, spanning the week, sparked great interest among the students and provided them with an enjoyable and educational experience.

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