Children’s day was celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm in the neighbourhood. Here is a glimpse of the celebrations:
A walk along the Buckingham Canal
On the occasion of Children’s Day, an enthusiastic group of students from Sri Sankara Vidyashramam Matriculation Higher Sec. School, Thiruvanmiyur, embarked on a unique and educational nature and heritage walk along the Buckingham Canal in Thiruvanmiyur.
This initiative, conducted in collaboration with the Environmentalist Foundation of India (EFI), offered students an opportunity to connect with the natural and cultural heritage of their surroundings. Volunteers from EFI shared the importance of Buckingham Canal which once served as a major waterway, facilitating trade and transportation.
“It reinforced the importance of preserving the environment and instilled a sense of responsibility in each participant to protect and cherish the resources,” said a statement from the school.
Special puppet show steals the celebrations at Olcott School
Children’s Day was celebrated at Olcott School, Besant Nagar, with much pomp. A presentation about Pandit Nehru was screened for students. Teachers sang a song and recited a poem written by them for the students. Prizes were given for various competitions held earlier.
The highlight of the celebration was a puppet show organised by the teachers wherein the importance of vegetables, a few rhymes and a story were depicted. Students enjoyed the celebration. The Rotary Club of Chennai Mitra donated library books, charts and maps to the school.