REPORT ON PLANTATION DRIVE, 2023

The Delhi government in collaboration with several departments including the Forest Department, Education Department, Delhi Jal Board, Public Works Department, Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation, etc. commenced a mega plantation drive from 28^th February, 2023. It was held at Bela Farms, Yamuna Flood Plains, by Chief Minister of Delhi, Mr. Arvind Kejriwal. Eco Club in-charges from different schools in Delhi registered their participation in the programme. Arwachin International School, Dilshad Garden, Delhi was represented by the Eco Club teachers Mrs. Rachna Kaur and Ms. Surbhi Sareen.

Mr. Kejriwal said that it is Delhi’s responsibility to combat pollution as it is also a contributor. He emphasized on the importance of the tree plantation drive in curbing pollution in Delhi. He encouraged citizens to plant saplings in and around their homes. He directed the formation of an expert committee to oversee third-party audits of the saplings planted under the drives. The civic body plans to use geo-tagging and block chain technology to ensure their proper maintenance. He requested all residents of Delhi to come forward and actively participate in the drive, so that together we can make our city more beautiful and healthy.

It was a fruitful and learning experience.

RACHNA KAUR

SURBHI SAREEN

REPORT ON JAPANESE OLYMPIAD

Students from Arwachin International School participated in the Japanese Olympiad conducted by JALSTA (Japanese Language School Teachers’ Association. with the support of Japan Foundation, Experience Japan and Japan Airlines. Reyaansh Khatua from class 5 secured the 3^rd rank in the 2^nd online Japan Olympiad and added another feather in the cap of the school.

JICA’s chief visited Arwachin International School

It was an honour to have JICA’s (Japan International Cooperation Agency) representatives Mr. Saito Mitsunori, Mr. Kono Kenichi, Ms. Tsuchiya Yasuko and Joyanta Rabha for observing JOCV’s (Japan Overseas Cooperating Volunteer) activities on 14 February 2023. The main agenda’s of the event were meeting with Japanese teaching staff, motivating the students and discussion about different teaching styles.

It was an interactive and informative event. At the end of the session students felt motivated by interacting with the guests.

Report by: Charandeep Kaur

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Achhi Aadat Campaign

“Environmental cleanliness begins with each individual desire to be clean”.

‘ Achhi Aadat Campaign’ to promote the Japanese culture and importance of hand washing was organized by JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) on 10^th February 2023 at Arwachin International School. The students of classes 2 and 3 got the opportunity to be a part of the event and learnt about hygiene. They’re also apprised about the Japanese culture by Mr. Rei Okamoto. The event was graced by Ms. Miwa Jitsukata and Ms. Yasuko Tsuchiya from JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency). All in all it was an informative session for the kids.

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ZONAL PRIMARY ATHLETICS MEET
2022-2023

The athletics team of Arwachin International School participated in the Zonal Primary Athletic meet which was held at Hansraj Smarak Sr. Sec. school on 9th and 10th February 2023. The championship was organized in two categories, Primary Boys and Primary Girls.

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INTER-HOUSE INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC COMPETITION

Music benefits the children, teens, adults, middle- aged, and old-aged. A research has shown that involvement in music, improves basic mathematics and reading ability in children. Learning music takes extreme self discipline and creativity. It is an easy outlet to release frustration and the burden on your shoulders. It uplifts and motivates the spirit and gives people a more positive outlook towards life and situations. Keeping in mind the importance of music, Arwachinians are taught how to play different musical instruments.

To give a perfect platform to the young learners to perform, an inter house Instrumental music competition was organized on 6^th Februray 2023. The students from classes 6 to 9 participated in the competition. There were three rounds: Solo, Duet and Group. All the four houses gave their hundred percent.  The participants captured the attention of the audience. The audience was fully engrossed in the programme. The judges for the competition were Mrs. Rohatgi and Ms. Tulsi. The Principal, Mrs Swapna Nair, applauded the children for their hard work and encouraged all the other students to participate in the competitions more and more. She also urged the students to pursue at least one hobby related to music. Finally, she announced the result which is as follows:

The event was concluded with the singing of the National Anthem.

INTER - CLASS DANCE COMPETITION

Dance and music soothe and relax the minds of the students and at the same time they educate them and stimulate their concentration and creativity.

With the aim of honing the dancing skills of the students, an Inter-ClassDance Competition for the students of classes 3 to 5 was organised on February 2, 2023 in the school auditorium. The competitionhad three different themes – patriotic dance,devotional dance and folk dance.

All the vivacious dancers set the floor on fire with their energetic performances. The young dancers enthralled the audience with their highly enthusiastic and colousrful performances.

In the closely contested competition, it was difficult for the judges Mr. Dilip Sagar and Mrs Yogjyoti Rohtagi to assess the performances. The result of the competition is as follows:

At the end, the Principal, Mrs. Swapna Nair, congratulated all the participants and their dance teacher, Mrs. Lochan for putting up an incandescent show.

Report by Ms. Harshita Kawatra

Interactive Assembly Indian Music Club & Class 4A

The students of Indian Music Club conducted the interactive assembly on 1February, 2023. The day began with Ganpati Vandana by Shivansh, 5B, seeking the blessings of the lord. This was followed by the group song performances of the students of classes 4 & 5.

The group song- ‘Tim Tim’ sung by the students of classes 4 & 5 enthralled the audience, which was followed by another group song – ‘Lehro se darkar’ sung by the students of 5B which made the start of the day a very melodious one.

The show was then taken over by the students of class 4 A who conducted the interactive on the topic – ‘Importance of Sports’

 “Sports lead to a balanced mental and physical growth.”

The quote itself coveys the message of the assembly. A short skit was presented by the anchors emphasising that sports and games are a vital part of human physiology. They strengthen us, entertain us, and fulfill our competitive nature as well as aiding our physical and mental health.

The skit was followed by various dance performances on the songs showing that sports can lead to multiple benefits which were enjoyed by the audience as well as the teachers. Last but not the least cricket mime dance was a cherry on the cake where students as well as the audience enjoyed the cricket match in a dance form.

The morning began with a truly special and memorable note. The event was concluded with the singing of the National Anthem.

Submitted by:

Mrs. Isha Pandit