The Middle Block at St. Joseph’s Sr. Sec. School, Sector 44 D, Chandigarh held a special session on Health and Hygiene. Students were addressed by the Science Faculty and important tips were floated among the young students.
Considering the tender age group i.e. from 11 to 13 years when these children are on the threshold of adolescence – it is essential to keep abreast with ways to maintain good health. It is rightly said that a healthy mind resides in a healthy body. Students were encouraged to have a balanced diet to stay fit and healthy. They were informed that one’s food should contain all the essential vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates and fats. Maintaining the water intake is also of utmost importance. Drink at least 8 – 10 glasses of water daily, so as to keep the body hydrated. In addition we can also have fresh juices, buttermilk, coconut water to combat the incredibly hot summer season. Green leafy vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals so they must be included in the diet.
The topic of Hygiene was then taken up and students were sensitised towards keeping themselves clean by taking a proper bath daily; wearing clean clothes; washing hands thoroughly before and after meals; trimming the nails regularly etc.. They were also told to eat freshly cooked food and food that is covered to protect it from flies. Reasons for saying ‘No to junk’ food were also discussed at length. This session ended with the famous saying ‘Breakfast like a king, Lunch like a common man and Dine like a beggar’.
The Mathematics classes these days are thoroughly enjoyed. The teachers instructed them about Mathematical anagrams and then they had a fun session with various anagrams contributed by all the students. Though they had a tough time cracking them – they were excited and thrilled to solve them.
Even in Hindi, Antakshari was conducted, but with a difference. The students were instructed to play the game using the names of different poets and writers. It enhanced the imparting of knowledge in a manner that was both fun and interesting.
Teachers are trying their best to ensure that learning takes place in a joyful and entertaining manner so as to inculcate a love for every subject as well as their institution.
