The Krishna Sood Memorial Musical Theatre competition was held on October 21, 2024 at Sant Gadge Auditorium, Lucknow. Around 10 eminent schools of the city participated in the competition.

The Inter School Musical Theatre brought together talented young performers from various Schools to celebrate the art of musical theatre. The event aimed to honour the legacy of Krishna Sood a passionate advocate for the performing arts and provided a platform for students to show case their creativity and skills in front of an enthusiastic audience.

The event started with a beautiful prayer dance and welcome by the Director of the Institution  Mrs Rita Khanna who shared memories of Krishna Sood and emphasized the importance of integrating arts and education .

Each school  presented a unique musical performance reflecting the theme ‘Diverse threads, One tapestry’.

Each presentation was a vibrant exploration of music and drama with students showcasing their talent in acting singing and dancing. Notable input performance was presented by students of the host School. The judges comprising experienced theatre professionals and educators; Mr Gopal Sinha, Mr Puneet Asthana and Doctor NavSharan Singh evaluated the performances based on criteria such as creativity ,stage presence, vocal ability and choreography.

Each participant gave their best and celebrated the geographical social and cultural diversity of India and the winners were St. Joseph’s Montessori, ⁠Seth M.R Jaipuria & ⁠St. Joseph’s College.

Imagine a day, with fun and play.
When you come to school, And it feels super cool.
Loudly we say, It’s a bagless day.
Yeyyeee yeeyyyee yeeyyyyeee!!!!

For the students of classes I to V, Bagless Day was a lot of fun. Kids were doing hands-on activities instead of carrying their regular school backpacks. They took part in imaginative arts and crafts, such as creating chef hats, aprons, and bright paper prints with their fingers.

Kids also delighted in outdoor activities and several interhouse competitions. They were entertained by the participatory dance and music activities. Another activity that allowed them to show off their skills and acknowledge the effort that goes into cooking was cooking without the use of fire. It was a delightful diversion from the usual, with an emphasis on learning by play, exploration, and creativity.

Every year on August 29, India comes together to celebrate National Sports Day. This day marks the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand -the hockey wizard and one of the most iconic figures in Indian sports history.

Today, the children were apprised of the achievements of Major Dhyan Chand. Different sports activities like structured games, Kho-Kho, Volleyball, etc. were organised and the children participated with full energy and enthusiasm.

World Conservation Day is celebrated on July 28, every year to highlight the importance of preserving a healthy environment and natural resources for future generations. To mark the occasion and with the aim to promote environmental awareness and encourage students to contribute towards nature conservation by planting saplings and by joining hands with the state government’s initiative, the Kanpur road branch organised a plantation drive in school.

The students of different classes brought seeds, pots and saplings of different plants for the drive. While the junior section brought seeds of different varieties and the senior students brought the saplings of various flowering, non- flowering and medicinal plants like Hibiscus, Parijat, Gulmohar, Harsingar, Neem , Amaltas etc. the drive was a huge success with the participation of students where hundreds of saplings were planted around the school campus.

Students, guided by the school management, teachers, office bearers and gardening staff planted the saplings with the great enthusiasm. After planting, students also watered and added compost to support their growth. This event serves as a stepping stone towards more such initiatives aimed at fostering a sustainable future.

At Indira Nagar Branch, students from classes IV to XII planted Mango, Neem, Gulmohar, and Hibiscus trees in the nearby park, the school backyard, and the school garden, with each class contributing two trees. Younger students from playgroup to class 3 brought saplings and seeds, potted plants, and pledged to water and care for them daily. They also engaged in collage-making, expressing their commitment to nature conservation creatively.

Similarly, students at Gomti Nagar Branch voiced their views as stewards of this planet and vocalised the responsibility to contribute to nature
conservation. And a powerful way to do this is – planting trees to ensure a safe,
healthy future.

Awareness Week
18 July – 25 July 2024

“The fascinating Digital World- Is it All Sunshine??”

Dedicated to the ideology of our founders and to pay homage, marking the death anniversary of our founding father Mr. B.S Sood, every year the Institution conducts a week-long series of activities to draw attention to a social cause and propagate the thoughts of our students.

With advancement of the modern world and the fast pace growth of our livelihood, digital world is witnessing a predominant move and almost taking over every aspect of our lives. Under the light of same development, our Institution decided to reflect and consider pondering upon the topic “The fascinating Digital World-Is it All Sunshine??”. The idea was to enlighten students and society at large about the profound impact of technology on their daily lives, encouraging them to reflect on their digital habits and fostering a balanced approach to technology use.

At our Gomti Nagar Branch, the students performed a skit showcasing the stark contrast between life before and after smartphones. Scenes of children playing outdoors and engaging in family meals, highlighting past interactions were depicted in the skit. These were juxtaposed with modern scenarios of children glued to screens, missing out on physical play and social bonding. The performance sparked meaningful discussions on balancing digital convenience with real world connections. The key takeaway was clear: While the digital world offers many benefits; its crucial to remain mindful of its impact on our social lives and health.

In addition to the skit, there were several informative sessions: one on the dangers of cyberbullying and strategies for staying safe online, another on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act to educate students about their rights and safety, and a session on cyber safety, offering practical advice for secure digital navigation. Students also presented a thought- provoking presentation titled “Choose Wisely”; emphasizing the importance of balancing screen time with activities that foster personal growth and well-being.

On day four at Gomti Nagar Branch, we focused on “Technology: Boon or Bane”. Students delivered a compelling presentation showing how excessive reliance on technology can disrupt daily life. We also focused on social media addiction. Activities included a session on cybercrime and cyberbullying by 1090 experts, original songs and a rap titled “A tangible Web, Woven by Us”; written and performed by students.

At the Kanpur Road Branch, the students highlighted the two opposite sides of the social media usage through placards and posters. To create awareness, a session was conducted with the parents of students, on the rising health issues due to excessive screen time in children of very young age, the guest speaker, Dr. Siddhant Kumar and Mr. Yaduvesh chaturvedi from UMEED, the rehabilitation centre, Lucknow discussed about the problems that parents are noticing in their children and how it is adversely impacting their mental health.

 To make students of class IV to IX aware of the cybercrime and consequences different act of criminal offenses were shared by the guest speakers Advocate Manmeet Singh and practicing lawyer Ms. Harsh Chauhan they talked about the various unauthorized application and link which should not be used by the students, in order to avoid the future consequences and to act lawfully and not to take revenge on others. “Think before you act”. 

On day five, the students of Kanpur Road Branch took out a procession to spread awareness about the judicial use of digital technologies and how to make the fascinating digital world a blessing for human life. students of class X to XII marched in in processing to the zonal park to spread the message of how to use the technologies wisely, how it impacts the behavior of an individuals and the consequences it has on our lives. On day 6, at the Kanpur Road Branch, during the morning assembly students of class XI and XII had an enlightening discussion on the topic “DIGITAL WIZARDRY AS THE SIXTH ELEMENT OF NATURE”.

At Indira Nagar Branch, for the youngest students in playgroup to class III, the week included engaging activities such as recitation, drawing, clay modeling, and bookmark making. Each day, a message about the wise use of mobile phones was shared, complemented by movie screenings and the creation of a word wall.  In the junior wing, students participated in brainstorming sessions. They wrote about their experiences spending a day without mobile phones. The senior wing’s program featured guest lectures, brainstorming sessions, creative writing exercises, poster making, slogan writing, storytelling, and group presentations. Students also conducted and presented surveys on digital media usage.

Responsible Digital Usage

The fascinating digital world ! Is it all sunshine?? Yes , the social awareness drive is related to this present day dilemma…

Besides the various activities done across the branches of the Institution, a street play was performed by the students at the prominent 1090 round-about of the city, on the evening of July 20.

The play revolved around the rapidly changing digital scenario and its impact on overall well being. The bystanders stopped to witness and reflect on the reality check presented by the students. The phrase delivered by the students was profound and left and impact on the public at large.

The students of Spring Dale College, Indira Nagar, have made us immensely proud by winning the CISCE Zonal Basketball Tournament under the U-17 category, organized by Gurukul Academy. Their remarkable performance and unwavering dedication led them to secure the top position, qualifying them for the regional competition.

This victory not only highlights their exceptional talent and teamwork but also sets a new benchmark for excellence in sports within our institution. Congratulations to the entire team for their outstanding achievement!

The one thing that can keep us mindful and fit is Yoga and meditation. On the occasion of International Yoga Day the benefits of practicing Yoga were told online, like it reduces stress and anxiety, improves blood circulation, promises us a long and healthy life.

Students participated in doing the Yog Asanas embracing the ancient practice of Yoga and celebrated the unity of mind, body and soul.

We bow our heads in homage and love to our beloved founder mother Krishna Sood. Her zest for life, resolve to do good and care are motivation to us.

In fond remembrance a prayer meeting was held at all the three branches.