REPUBLIC DAY & BASANT PANCHAMI SPECIAL ASSEMBLY

The Foundation and Primary Wing of Arwachin International School celebrated Basant Panchami and Republic Day through a special assembly on 23rd January 2026 in the school auditorium. The programme began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp to seek the blessings of Goddess Saraswati.

The assembly started with a soulful Saraswati Vandana by the students of Class 3, followed by a motivational patriotic song ‘Hum Honge Kamyab’ by Class 2, a graceful dance on ‘Vande Mataram’ by UKG students, an energetic patriotic dance by Class 1 and a colourful medley dance by Class 2. It filled the atmosphere with patriotism and pride. English and Hindi poems about the Nation, further added joy and enthusiasm to the programme, making it lively and memorable.

The tiny tots of LKG and UKG looked beautiful in yellow dresses, spreading the message of joy, positivity and learning significance of Basant Panchami.

After the performances, our respected Principal ma’am and Coordinator ma’am shared words of wisdom regarding the importance of education, values, our Constitution and our duties as responsible citizens. Their motivating words encouraged the students to respect the nation and strive for excellence.

Each performance reflected the spirit of patriotism and the importance of our national values along with the essence of Basant Panchami. The programme concluded with the National Anthem, reminding everyone of their duties towards the nation.

The special assembly was informative, joyful and successful in creating awareness about the importance of Republic Day and Basant Panchami among young learners.

  Report on CBP Workshop on Kaushal Bodh

On 21st January 2026, a Capacity Building Programme (CBP) on Kaushal Bodh was conducted at National Victor Public School, IP Extension. The workshop was led by the resource person Ms Deepti and Mr. Vividh Gupta, who provided valuable insights into the concept, objectives, and implementation of Skill Education at the middle-school level.

The workshop began with an introduction to the concept of Kaushal Bodh, highlighting the recent mandate by CBSE for all affiliated schools to implement Skill Education for Classes 6 to 8 from the academic session 2025–26. The programme is based on NCERT’s Kaushal Bodh activity books and emphasizes project-based and experiential learning. It aims to build real-world skills such as creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, and vocational awareness, in alignment with the vision of NEP 2020.

The rationale behind CBSE’s decision to introduce mandatory skill education was discussed in detail. The initiative seeks to reduce rote learning and examination pressure, promote hands-on and experiential learning from an early stage, and provide students with exposure to various skills and career options during middle school.

The learning framework of Kaushal Bodh is organised across three work domains:

Living Things , Materials & Machines, Human Services. Some examples of modules that schools may choose according to their local context were also shared. These included introductory Artificial Intelligence, basic coding and digital citizenship, design thinking and financial literacy, nutrition and first aid, traditional crafts  and agriculture-based projects.

The workshop concluded with a hands-on activity in which participants worked on creating a framework for a skill-based activity. This practical session enabled teachers to apply the concepts discussed during the workshop and design structured, competency-based activities suitable for classroom implementation.

Overall, the CBP on Kaushal Bodh was highly informative and enriching

Inter-House Music Competition

Date: 21 January 2026

As it is rightly said, "Music is a simple law which gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to imagination, and charm to everything."

In the spirit of this thought, Arwachin International School, Dilshad Garden, organized an Inter-House Music Competition on 21^st January 2026 to provide a platform for young learners to showcase their musical talent.

The competition featured enthusiastic participation from students of Classes VI-XI who showcased a beautiful blend of Indian and instrumental music filled the auditorium, creating a soulful ambience. Participants captivated the audience with their melodious performances, demonstrating excellent coordination and instrumental skills.

The event was judged by Mrs. Arti Tyagi and Mrs. Mukta Tomar, who appreciated the efforts and talent of each participant and the teachers who prepared them.

The results were as follows:

• I Position: Tilak House
• II Position: Bose House
• III Position: Shastri House & Tagore House

The event concluded with the students taking a pledge on Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat. This pledge reinforced their responsibility towards a developed and self-reliant India which was followed by the singing of the National Anthem.

Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat   Date: 20 January 2026

Arwachin International School organized an awareness programme for students of Grades        III to V on Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat, on 20^th January 2026. The program aimed to sensitise students about the importance of a safe, happy, and meaningful childhood.

The session began with a brief introduction highlighting the value of childhood, followed by a story narration by a teacher, which effectively conveyed the message in a child-friendly manner. A short animated video was then screened to reinforce the concept. This was followed by an interactive discussion to help students reflect on the story and the video.

The program concluded with students taking a pledge affirming their commitment to protecting childhood and spreading awareness against child marriage. The event was formally concluded by the Principal, Mrs. Bhatnagar, who appreciated the efforts of the teachers and encouraged students to uphold the values discussed.

REPORT ON ROAD SAFETY AWARENESS PROGRAM (CLASSES III-V)

A Road Safety Awareness Program was conducted by Hero Corp VIDA in collaboration with Ride Safe India on 16 January 2025. The program was organized with the objective of creating awareness about road safety rules among students and encouraging responsible behaviour on roads.

Students from Classes 3 to 8 participated in the program. During the session, the students were shown educational videos on road safety, which explained important rules such as obeying traffic signals, using zebra crossings, wearing helmets and seat belts, and following pedestrian safety norms. The videos were age-appropriate, informative, and engaging, making it easy for students to understand the importance of road safety.

At the end of the program, students took a road safety pledge, promising to follow traffic rules and encourage others to do the same.

The program was informative and beneficial. It helped students understand their responsibility as pedestrians and future road users. Such initiatives play a vital role in building awareness at a young age and promoting a culture of safety

RUSSIAN CULTURAL PROGRAMME- KAZACHYE RADOLYE

Inderprastha Engineering College, in collaboration with the Russian Cultural Centre, organized a cultural event titled “KazachyeRazdolye” on 14th January 2026 at IPEC, Ghaziabad. The programme showcased spectacular Russian dance performances that captivated the audience.

The event also featured a graceful Kathak solo and a melodious group singing performance, both of which were highly appreciated. Students of Class IX from Arwachin International School attended the programme and gained valuable insight into Russian dance and culture.

The event was attended by Mrs. Priya Grover, Mrs. Yog Jyoti Rohatgi, Mrs. Lochan Chaudhary, Mr. Dilip Sagar Shah, and Mr. Vicky Kumar. The Russian dancers also presented an Indian dance, followed by a delightful fusion of Kathak and Russian dance, which was a highlight of the programme. Overall, the event was an enriching and memorable experience for everyone present.

Distinguished NCC Visit at Arwachin International School

Date: 13 January 2026

Arwachin International School had the honour of welcoming Deputy Group Commander, Group ‘B’, Colonel Chandra Pal Singh Khati and Administrative Officer Colonel Sansar Singh on 13 January 2026.

On arrival, the dignitaries were presented with a smart and well-coordinated Guard of Honour by the NCC cadets of Unit 5 DBN, reflecting excellent standards of discipline, drill, and turnout. The officers appreciated the confidence, bearing, and precision displayed by the cadets.

During the visit, the officers closely observed the dedication and enthusiasm of the NCC cadets, the consistent support of the school management, and received a detailed briefing by the Associate NCC Officer, Lt Dinesh Chand Papnay, highlighting the unit’s training activities, achievements, and future initiatives.

The officers interacted with the cadets and commended the overall performance, discipline, and motivation of the unit. The visit proved to be highly inspiring and has been recorded as a proud and memorable day in the history of Arwachin International School, dated 13 January 2026.

Jai Hind

Proud Achievement for Arwachin International School at Khelo India Beach Games 2026

Date: 5 January to 10 January 2026

Arwachin International School proudly shares a moment of honour as Mr. Dinesh Chand Papnay, Physical Education Teacher of the school, was appointed as a Technical Official by the Tug of War Federation of India for the prestigious Khelo India Beach Games 2026.

The national-level event was held from 5 January to 10 January 2026 at Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, bringing together top athletes and officials from across the country. Mr. Papnay performed his duties with dedication, professionalism, and integrity, contributing to the smooth conduct of the Tug of War competitions.

This achievement is a matter of great pride not only for Mr. Dinesh Chand Papnay but also for Arwachin International School, as it reflects the school’s strong commitment towards sports excellence and national-level participation.

The school management congratulates Mr. Papnay for this recognition and wishes him continued success in his sporting and professional journey.

NIHONGO Partners’ Workshop at JFND

An enriching workshop was organized under the NIHONGO Partners Programme on 10th January 2026 at the Japan Foundation, New Delhi (JFND). The sessions aimed to deepen the  understanding of the participants in  Japanese language and culture through interactive and experiential learning.

The morning session titled ‘Discover the Flavors of Japan’, was conducted by Ms. Hamauchi Kaoru. The workshop introduced participants to various aspects of Japanese food culture, highlighting the cultural significance of Japanese cuisine, eating manners, and food-related vocabulary. The session encouraged participants to view food as an important medium for cultural exchange and language learning.

The afternoon session titled ‘Let’s Play with Onomatopoeia’, was conducted by Mr. Kishi Hiroto, NIHONGO Partner from Arwachin International School. This hands-on session focused on Japanese onomatopoeia and demonstrated creative ways to teach them through games, movement, and classroom activities. The session clearly showed how onomatopoeia can enhance students’ expressive ability and make language learning enjoyable.

Mrs. Vandana Jain, Japanese Language teacher, participated in both the sessions. The ideas and activities shared during both the sessions will be extremely useful in classroom practice. They will help to create a more interactive, culturally rich, and learner-centered environment, encouraging students to develop both linguistic skills and cultural awareness.