St. Joseph’s School, Sec 44-D was abuzz with numerous activities that were celebrated throughout the week to celebrate Independence Day. The junior block had activities on  making of tri-coloured kites, decorative hangings and CD’s. Students came up with unique ideas as they showed their skills and tremendous talents while making these items. Apart from competing to see who was the best, children also learnt a lot on seeing what others did, as they showcased their artistic side. The Secondary and Middle Block had children busy decorating the boards of their classes with the theme of Independence Day. Class IX students embellished the boards with innovately made Indian Flags while students of class X decorated their class boards with uniquely made Peacocks- the National bird and pride of India.

Noteworthy and meaningful quotes spoke volumes of the importance of this all- important day. One board Of Class X read- “land of the free- home of the brave”.

Inspirational documentaries were also shown to the students of class IX and X. One of the documentaries was ‘ A salute to the soldiers ‘ that was apt and truly inspiring for the youngsters to view.While doing up the boards, students must have felt a great sense of pride for putting up thoughts, quotes and decorations for their country. Indeed a great way for the youth to remember their nation on its big day and celebrate as well as value her freedom. Tri- coloured balloons also added to the brightness of the classrooms and corridors.

   As the students were kept busy with these competitions and activities- teachers spoke to the students during class hours of the relevance of this day and asked children to feel the freedom, to strive for peace, to spread love and let any kind of hate cease forever. The Principal, Ms. Monica Chawla wished the students and teachers on the grand occasion of Independence day and hoped that the glory of this day may remain with everyone- forever and prayed for the Indian Tri colour to always fly high.