Celebrating the Values of Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad
To honour the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, Gandhi Jayanti was observed across the school with reflection, learning, and creative expression.
In classrooms, students participated in an engaging Circle Time activity where they explored Gandhiji’s life, values, and his contribution to India’s freedom movement. Teachers guided discussions around significant milestones such as the Dandi March and the Non-Cooperation Movement, helping students connect to his timeless principles of truth, non-violence, and simplicity.
Grade 1 & 2 Assemblies
Learners of Grade 1 and 2 presented special assemblies on 26th September 2025, marking two important occasions—Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra.
Grade 2 Sariska led the Gandhi Jayanti assembly with a warm welcome and the thought for the day, “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” Through skits, they portrayed Gandhiji’s values of truth, non-violence, and the message of the Three Wise Monkeys. The assembly also featured interesting facts about his life and teachings, ending with a pledge to uphold truth, respect, and cleanliness, followed by a soulful piano performance.
Grade 1 Sariska celebrated Dussehra with enthusiasm and creativity. Students shared key lessons from the Ramayana—respect, truth, courage, and unity—and brought alive the festive spirit through a lively dance performance, symbolising the triumph of good over evil.
Kindergarten Special Assembly
The Kindergarteners presented a special assembly on Gandhi Jayanti, beautifully integrating it with their ongoing theme “My World – Everyday Materials.” The children spoke about Gandhiji’s use of the charkha to weave khadi and explained why it was made of wood, linking material understanding with Gandhian values. They highlighted the ideals of hard work, simplicity, and self-reliance, concluding with a heart-warming rendition of “This Little Light of Mine,” reminding everyone that even a small light can brighten the world.
Dussehra Celebration
The festival of Dussehra was celebrated with joy and introspection across grades. Students reflected on the message of the victory of good over evil through a unique classroom activity. Each child wrote down a negative trait or habit—such as anger, laziness, or fear—on a balloon before bursting it, symbolising the letting go of that quality.
The exercise encouraged self-awareness and mindfulness, helping students realise that, like Lord Rama’s triumph over Ravana, they too can conquer the negatives within themselves.
The day’s celebrations were a blend of joy, learning, and reflection—instilling in students the enduring values of truth, courage, simplicity, and kindness.
