St. Joseph’s School celebrated the 75th Independence Day with a dignified demeanour
“The Nation is as perfect or imperfect as its people. Let’s make India great by doing our duties and fighting for our rights.” With these powerful thoughts in mind and determination to make our country lead the world by example, St Joseph’s Sr. Sec. School celebrated the Diamond Jubilee of India’s Independence.
The special occasion started with the hoisting of the tricolour by the revered Members of the Management and the school Principal Ms. Monica Chawla followed by the National Anthem and an artistically crafted small yet powerful celebration. The whole school was adorned with buntings and strings of tricolours.
To commemorate the occasion, a special talk show was staged by students who brought back the freedom fighters alive on stage which enthused everyone with a patriotic spirit and a sense of commitment towards the nation. Josephians through their patriotic songs and dances gave a message of harmony and brotherhood. St. Joseph’s News Reporter, RJ, dance displaying the Yoga skills with passion and perfection, The St. Joseph’s Values Kit- a unique set of advertisements to promote essential values, were just a few out of a wide spectrum displaying the student’s astounding talent. The power-packed Grand Finale dance was the icing on the cake. The students reminisced the gift of freedom bestowed upon their generation through singing and dancing and celebrated Independence Day with great fervour.
As part of the yearlong celebrations of “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” students of the school participated in various activities and competitions which included Bulletin Board Decoration, File Folder making, Tricolour Wall Hanging, etc. The students involved themselves in all the activities with full fervour of patriotism and showcased their skills of art and spirit of nationalism through their creations.
The Principal, Ms. Monica Chawla, on behalf of the school management, addressed the gathering and appealed to all present to take pride in being an Indian and fulfilling one’s duty and responsibility towards the nation and the world. She emphasized that an individual’s behaviour towards others is of utmost importance and the legacy we have inherited from our elders should not die. She appreciated the consistent endeavours of our armed forces in protecting our country bravely and also urged students to realise, understand and cherish our coveted freedom and work towards a progressive nation. To conclude, mam quoted- Sardar Bhagat Singh, “May the sun in his course visit no land freer, happier, lovelier, than this our country!”
