A ‘Show and Tell Activity’ was organized for the students of Class Prep l, to enhance their verbal skills and cultivate public speaking proficiency. The students brought family pictures and spoke about their loved ones. It’s always a joy to witness the little ones proudly telling their friends about their families. This initiative significantly contributed to the development of our tiny tots social, emotional and language abilities.

In line with the NEP 2020 the students of class 6 were introduced to “Skill Saturday” on 27th April 2024. The idea behind this is to reduce rote learning and to increase application-based learning. The children were beaming with joy to spend a day away from books. The day started with a session with the counselling department wherein the necessity of cultivating and adhering to correct moral values during the formative years was emphasised.
This was followed by a talent hunt show where the children showcased their hidden talents in the field of music, dance, public speaking, playing instruments, magic shows etc.
Vegetable printing is an engaging and eco-friendly art technique that has captivated the imagination of students worldwide. Students used vegetables like onions, potatoes, lady fingers etc. as stamps to create unique patterns and designs on paper to create their own table mats. They learnt how to mix and make a different colour. They also made lovely impressions by dipping different types of vegetables into paint. This activity made the students creative, helped them to build team spirit and taught them to appreciate nature for providing us with so many valuable things.
In addition to these activities, a pool lunch was also organised where a variety of dishes was brought from home and the children enjoyed sharing with each other. The children were ecstatic when they left and looked forward to more such Saturdays in future!

“Free your mind from the weight of books, and let creativity soar on the wings of imagination”
To reduce rote learning and skill based learning, as proposed by NEP 2020, creative activities were conducted to hone some skillsets for the students of Class VII of Delhi Public School.
The day was divided into different sessions. An interactive session was conducted by the Level Coordinator where the students were guided about importance of discipline and timely submission of any work given. The session was followed by a motivational video. The students also had an energetic fun activity conducted by the Counselling Department.
The students showcased their talent brilliantly during the talent show, ‘There’s More To ME’, displaying a wide range of skills including singing, dancing, poetry recitation, hymn singing, musical instrument performances etc. The event was a testament to the diversity and creativity of our student body.
The pool lunch was a delightful experience. While some students brought raw materials from home and prepared dishes, most students some brought home made dishes in class and shared with their peers. The pool lunch was a truly enjoyable and enriching event for everyone involved. During the skill activities session, students learned practical life skills such as tying shoelaces, folding clothes, and sewing buttons. Through interactive demonstrations and hands-on practice, students gained valuable knowledge and confidence in these essential tasks. At the end of the session, Students did CCT worksheets of English and Maths. Overall, the first Skill Saturday was a great success.

Taking forward its commitment to holistic development of the students, Team DPS organized a No-BAG DAY aka Skill Saturday on 27th April 2023 for Class VIII. As part of the skill-based learning, a delightful package of activities beyond books was planned for honing the creative and critical thinking of the students. The day began with an energetic field trip where the children collected for morning drill followed by fun filled indigenous games like kho-kho, Kabaddi, Pithu conducted by the Sports Department.
To ignite the young minds, the close knit classroom environment provided a perfect stage for the students to showcase their talent and build confidence and communication skills . It provided an opportunity for the students to show a plethora of performing Arts. From gymnastics to solo dance/ song performance, students enthusiastically revealed the inner artist in them.
A Big Serve of Social Skills- Pool Lunch was hosted by students with everyone bringing their favourite dish for the pot luck lunch. Some students fixed fresh salad while a few showed their culinary skills by bringing self-made no- fire food. As a collaborative experiential learning, it was not just about learning table manners, etiquette, or setting a buffet but about promoting student interaction, self-management and leadership skills.
Preparing for life, the students were also engaged in basic tutorial on dressing up, tie shoe laces; fold a shirt and sewing a button. The fun filled day culminated with a motivational interaction with HRTs whilst a CCT sheet was done. The students were very happy and enthusiastic throughout the programme and showed their keenness towards similar sessions in times to come.

With the aim of providing an opportunity to our children to develop effective communication skills and to build their confidence, a ‘Show and Tell Activity’ was organized for the students of Class Nursery, Delhi Public School, Chandigarh. The children showcased their oratorical skills during the activity, which proved to be an interesting and thrilling experience. The theme of the activity was ‘My Favourite Toy’. They carried different props for enhancement of the presentation.
Overall, it was a spectacular learning experience for kids.

A ‘Teaching Methodology Session’ was conducted for the parents of the Pre-Primary wing at Delhi Public School, Chandigarh. The session served as a valuable platform for the parents to gain insights into their child’s educational journey and acquire practical tools to support their learning at home. By fostering a collaborative partnership between parents and educators, the session aimed to enhance the overall learning experience and development of the students.
Overall, the session was well-received, with parents expressing appreciation for the informative content and interactive format. Such initiatives play a crucial role in strengthening the home-school partnership and nurturing the holistic development of young learners.

As a part of the Early Learning Series, ‘Green Week’ was organised for the Pre-Primary Wing from April 22 to April 26, 2024.The children engaged themselves in various eco-friendly activities. The children of Class Nursery were also introduced to the colour green through fun activities. The children excitedly took part in nature walk and nature art activity. They thoroughly enjoyed creating their own green garden by planting saplings and also took a pledge to keep their surroundings clean. Special discussions were held to make them aware of their responsibility towards nature and the environment.

The World Book day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour on April 23, 2024 at Delhi Public School, Chandigarh. The school fondly remembered the glorious literary legacy of the great writers and their marvellous work in the special assembly. The students expressed their thoughts on the unravelled world of the books and importance of reading through speeches and a street play. The young readers of the junior wing enthralled everyone with their character parade and melodious song ‘Let’s read a book today’.

The students really enjoyed the performances and it was a fun-filled assembly with a strong message of befriend with books.

The principal Mrs. Reema Dewan acknowledged the efforts of the library department for organising the literary assembly for developing and polishing the reading skills of the students. She further motivated the students and staff to keep reading the good books as it is the food to the mind and soul.

Growing up girls notice physical changes affecting their mental health too which needs timely in-depth discussion. To promote a positive attitude towards menstrual health among young girls of classes VII-X, Delhi Public School Chandigarh organized a session on Mental and Physical health. This was conducted on 22nd April 2024 by Dr Tejinder Kaur from Health Plus. The session began with the doctor introducing menstruation, explaining its biological process and its significance. The doctor pragmatically explained that it is a completely natural and healthy thing that all the girls are experiencing. She guided the girls on the menstrual cycle, the right and hygienic sanitary materials, and how to maintain good personal hygiene. She also resolved some common misconceptions about menstruation. Self love was emphasised upon very beautifully. The session concluded with a question and answer session with Dr Tejinder Kaur addressing numerous queries and concerns.

Earth Day is marked across the globe on April 22 to support environmental conservation efforts. In the same spirit, Class 6 students of Delhi Public School presented Earth Day Assembly. To make this day more special, students shared ideas on sustainability and environmental protection. The importance of recycling, reducing waste, and conserving energy was emphasized through music and dance.
The students took pledge to remain committed towards implementing eco-friendly practices such as composting and using reusable items. They were inspired to take action for a greener future.

Show and Tell

“Teaching children the art of oratory is like giving them the key to unlock the doors of opportunity in their future.”
To develop oratory skills of the students, A Show and Tell Activity was organised for the students of Class 4 on 22nd April,2024. The students spoke a few lines on the topic: ”My Favourite Story Book” with theme related props. The children spoke with confidence taking care of the correct pronunciation, fluency and voice modulation. There was an open questionnaire round too wherein the audience asked relevant questions. Through engaging presentations and interactive discussions, students showcased their ability to communicate effectively and express their thoughts articulately. Such initiatives play a crucial role in nurturing holistic development among young learners.

Nutrition plays a crucial role in the overall development of young children. With this in mind, ‘Nutritious Week’ was organized for the children of the Pre-Primary wing to educate and instill healthy eating habits among the students. Week long activities were held wherein children were introduced to various food groups, drawing and colouring of their favourite fruit and vegetable, interactive sessions and sorting of healthy and unhealthy foods.The Nutritious Week for the children was a resounding success, as it not only educated the students about the importance of nutrition but also encouraged them to make healthier food choices.