A TRIBUTE TO TRIUMPH: ANNUAL PRIZE DISTRIBUTION CEREMONY (IX-XII)

The morning of October 3, 2024, saw The Air Force School bask in the glow of accomplishment as it hosted its Annual Prize Distribution Ceremony in the Aravali Hall. The event began with the gracious presence of the Chief Guest, Air Commodore S K Tripathi, VSM, and the Guest of Honor, Mrs. Seema Tripathi. They were accompanied by a distinguished panel, including Wing Commander Alka Chaudhary, Executive Director, TAFS; Mrs. Lomina Rajiv, Principal, TAFS; Mrs. Manju Malhotra, Vice-Principal, TAFS; Mrs. Deepa Krishnan, Headmistress Junior School; and Mr. Jagrup Singh, Section Officer, TAFS.

The event commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp, accompanied by the gentle hum of prayers. Mrs. Lomina Rajiv, Principal, welcomed the audience with warmth and pride. “Today is not just a celebration of success,” she said, “but a reminder that with perseverance and collaboration, we can reach greater heights.” She also spoke about the students’ outstanding performance in the class X and class XII board exams. The school choir then took the stage, their voices rising in unison as they performed "Together We Can Achieve." The song, with its uplifting melody, echoed through the hall, reminding everyone that success is never a solo journey but a shared experience built on collective efforts. The morning continued with a captivating performance of "Sanlayan," a jugalbandi that wove together the dynamic energy of Tandav with the serene grace of Lasya. Their movements, a perfect reflection of the balance we strive for in life, left the audience mesmerized.

Students were awarded for academic excellence, and co-curricular achievemnets. In his address, the Chief Guest, Air Commodore S K Tripathi, VSM, praised TAFS for consistently surpassing expectations and nurturing the next generation of leaders. The momentous celebration concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Mrs. Manju Malhotra, Vice Principal of TAFS. She expressed her appreciation to the staff, students, and parents for their dedication and contributions to making the event such a success. The audience, filled with a sense of accomplishment, rose to the national anthem, ending the morning on a note of unity.

As the sun continued to rise in the sky, so did the spirits of all who attended, leaving with the belief that together, we did achieve!

A VISIT TO THE CRAFT MUSEUM, PRAGATI MAIDAN BY CLASS 3

Museums are significant places for educational purposes as objects and materials of cultural, historical and religious values are collected and preserved here . Museums can educate and empower students and people through their displays and exhibitions.

As a part of The Heritage Walk ,The Air Force School, Subroto Park had organized a visit to the Crafts Museum located in Pragati Maidan for the Class 3 children. The visit was organised in three batches on dates starting from  01 to 04 October 2024.    

The National Crafts Museum is one of the largest craft museums in India. History is brought to life at this place, where artisans demonstrate traditional embroidery, weaving, carving and pottery. One can explore rural life along with various culture and art.

The children , accompanied by their teachers visited the Exhibition gallery, the Village complex and the Crafts demonstration area. The gallery area of the museum had metal and wooden sculptures, textiles, masks, wall paintings etc. which helped children to learn about the customs and traditions of different parts of our country. The model village recreated different local villages and tribal settings, from around the country. The children were excited to see various kinds of huts and carts. They were impressed by the terracotta horses and figurines too. They were curious to see the different galleries which had gorgeous collections of art and craft pieces, with well-researched explanations attached.

They visited the audio visual gallery where they saw video on how natural colours and handmade wooden toys are made. Students also visited Swaraj hall which was set up on account of Gandhi Jayanti. In this hall they saw a live demonstration of how thread is made from cotton on charkha and then how it is used on handloom to make cotton towels.

The children were fascinated by the skilled craftsmen and were mesmerized by live demonstrations.It was an unforgettable experience which sparked creativity and curiosity in them . Such educational trips are a part of experiential learning curriculum which makes the concepts more clear and aids in effective understanding.

FIGHT THE BITE

In an effort to combat the deadly disease Dengue, TAFS School organized a special Dengue Awareness Campaign. This campaign commenced on 28 September 2024. The program aims to educate students on their role in maintaining a healthy environment by preventing mosquito breeding, both at home and in their surroundings, including playgrounds, streets, and schools.

Various activities are being conducted as part of the campaign, including showcasing videos on the causes, effects, and symptoms of dengue, board displays, awareness speeches, and cleaning efforts. The school has also implemented sanitation measures, such as using repellents, to eliminate mosquito habitats and reduce the risk of dengue fever.

PARTITION HORROR REMEMBRANCE DAY

OZONE DAY AT TAFS 

World Ozone Day, observed on 16 September each year, raises awareness about ozone layer depletion and explores solutions for its preservation. The 2024 theme, "Ozone for Life: 35 Years of Global Cooperation," emphasises the long-term significance of protecting the ozone layer, not just for current environmental concerns but for future generations' well-being.

In support of this, TAFS students took a pledge to safeguard the ozone layer, and awareness speeches were delivered to promote the protection of our life-saving atmospheric shield.

VISIT OF 1974 BATCH

VISIT TO NATIONAL BAL BHAVAN

REPORT ON “SWACHHATA HI SEWA” CAMPAIGN BY TAFS (JUNIOR WING)

" Mahatma Gandhi never compromised on cleanliness.  He gave us freedom .
We should give him a clean India"
                                                                           - Narendra Modi

Mahatma Gandhi freed us not only from the British rule but many of the bondages of our own making. He believed that sanitation was more important than independence and he made cleanliness an integral part of the Gandhian way of living.

The “Swachhata Hi Sewa- Cleanliness is service"  is a campaign honouring Gandhiji’s life and his commitment to a clean India and the Swachhata Hi Sewa fortnight was observed from 14 Sep 24 to 01 Oct 24 across India. The children of TAS (Junior Wing) too engaged in various activities and understood that cleanliness is a collective  responsibility.The details of the activities are mentioned as under:

Story telling: Students of Class 5 created short stories with pictures in their scrap books on Gandhiji's life ideals highlighting incidents of his belief in  "Swachhata Hi Sewa".

Cleanliness Drive:Cleanliness is most important for physical well-being and a healthy environment.The  students of Class 4 participated in a school wide cleanliness drive, clearing trash from classrooms, corridors and playground.

Speech activity: Children of Class 3 prepared themselves for an oration activity and spoke about Gandhiji's principles of keeping our surroundings clean to remain healthy.

Poster making: Children of Class 2 made posters illustrating  the  famous “Gandhiji ke teen bandar” from his  preachings and giving the message of importance of Swachhata with the quote," Cleanliness is next to Godliness “.

Bapu's Charka: Gandhiji dwelt on cleanliness and good habits and how they were closely associated with good health. Students of Class 1 were introduced to Bapu's Charka and his teachings on cleanliness with a colouring activity and they learnt how they can remain healthy if their surroundings are kept clean.

The tiny tots of UKG too were not to be left behind and they learnt about Bapu and his message of Swachhata by doing a  craft activity of depicting his iconic spectacles using plastic bangles and the message to keep their classroom clean.

Community Outreach: With an outreach program, students learn valuable life skills through shared experiences. Last but not the least, the campaign concluded with a special effort  by the children of Classes 4 and 5, where in they initiated a cleanliness drive (Shramdhan) in their neighbourhood under parental supervision on 02 Oct 24. Armed with protective gear and carrying a garbage bag, they cleaned areas in their near vicinity, inspiring their friends and neighbours to join in, making it a mass drive towards cleanliness.

The various activities conducted enhanced student awareness about hygiene and showed them the power of community involvement in bringing about change.The children and the support staff  also took a Swachhata pledge to keep working towards a cleaner and greener India . The  campaign set a new momentum for continuing to keep the cleanliness drive going and inspiring children to strive for a litter-free surroundings.

GANDHI JAYANTI CELEBRATIONS IN TAFS JR WING

Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated on October 2nd, marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. This year, on the occasion of Gandhiji’s 155^th birth anniversary TAFS Junior Wing organized a series of engaging and educational activities on October 1st, to honour his legacy and teachings, particularly focusing on his principles of non-violence, peace, cleanliness, self-reliance, and moral integrity.

To symbolize Gandhiji's iconic round spectacles and promote creativity. Students of UKG did a craft activity where they created spectacles using colourful bangles. This activity encouraged artistic expression while emphasizing Gandhi’s vision.

Class I made models of the charkha using paper cut outs to illustrate Gandhi's role in the Swadeshi movement and his use of the charkha for self-reliance. It helped them to understand the importance of self-sufficiency and empowerment.

Children of class II created stick puppets of the three monkeys using ice cream sticks and cut outs of monkey faces to convey the moral lesson of "See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil." This activity encouraged children to follow ethics and moral values inspired by Gandhi's teachings in our day-to-day lives.

To deepen understanding of Gandhi's philosophies. Students of class III delivered speeches highlighting key teachings of Gandhi ji, including non-violence, truth, peace, self-reliance, cleanliness and the importance of education. This activity inspired reflection on how these principles can be applied today.

Class IV students creatively expressed significant events in Gandhi's life. They made informative posters on different inspiring incidents from Gandhi’s life  which are special and left a mark on their mind. This activity encouraged research and critical thinking about historical events.

Children of class V wrote inspirational Hindi stories and incidents related to Gandhi's cleanliness drives, reinforcing the importance of hygiene and public health. Their stories reflected Gandhi's efforts towards sanitation and cleanliness.

Students enthusiastically wrote and spoke out slogans promoting cleanliness, such as "Cleanliness is next to godliness" and "Swachh Bharat, Swasth Bharat." This initiative fostered a sense of responsibility towards maintaining a clean environment.

The celebrations of Gandhi Jayanti successfully promoted the core values that Mahatma Gandhi stood for. Through a mix of creative activities and discussions, students gained a deeper appreciation for his contributions to society. The event not only commemorated Gandhi’s legacy but also encouraged students to embody his principles in their daily lives.

VEER GATHA PROJECT 4.0- JUNIOR WING (23 SEP 2024)

Project Veer Gatha was instituted under Gallantry Awards Portal (GAP) in 2021 with the aim to disseminate the details of acts of bravery of the Gallantry Awardees and the life stories of these brave hearts among the students so as to raise the spirit of patriotism and instil amongst them values of civic consciousness. Under this project TAFS Junior wing organized Drawing & Painting competition on Monday, 23 September 2024, during school hours for the children of Class 5. 

The children watched videos of gallantry award winners and read about them in detail before taking part in the competition. The children chose to make drawings and paintings on various topics like- My role model (Gallantry Award Winner), The life story of a freedom fighter, Portrait of any freedom fighter and Scenes depicting events that led to India's freedom.

The best entry under this category, submitted by Master Anirudh Kumar Dubey of class 5 C was forwarded to the concerned department for a district level evaluation. 

The activity helped create awareness amongst students about the bravehearts of our country and their bravery and sacrifice.