Jalandhar: Vasal Education Group-led Cambridge International School, Phagwara, organised a declamation competition for Class IX to polish their English Speaking skills. This declamation competition was based on the topic “Learning in the wake of Covid 19”. A large number of students participated in this competition. They were judged based on content, voice clarity, intonation and gestures. Aarshi Sharma bagged the first position. Ishika Kalra secured the second and Rayna stood third in the competition. Principal Jorawar Singh highlighted the importance of participating in such competitions. KSBassi, MD, and Sanjeev Vassal (Chairman,Vasal Education Society) congratulated the winners and participants.

Nature Conservation Day observed

HMV Collegiate Senior Sec School celebrated Nature Conservation Day under the guidance of Principal Prof Ajay Sareen. Chief Guest Harpreet Singh, SDM, graced the occasion. Dr Sareen mentioned about different green initiatives taken by the college. The concept of Rakhi Sakhi is also one of the acclaimed initiatives in which the new dimension Vrikshabandhan has been added to tie the knot of protection to trees. She felt elated that the message of conserving and appreciating nature is disseminated in the society through the students. SDM Harpreet Singh appreciated the efforts taken by HMV and was highly elated to know about Vrikshabandha, eco-friendly garden maintained beautifully by waste products, solar power units and by the entire greenery and positivity of HMV.

Principal invited at conference

Prof Atima Sharma Dwivedi, Principal Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, was invited to speak at an international conference titled ‘Inclusion Beyond Borders’ organised by the prestigious Leeds Beckett University, UK. During the conference, Prof Dwivedi sharing her presentation on the topic “ Inclusiveness in Education: Impact beyond Borders — an Experiential Insight” averred that educational institutions are the lighthouses of the society as they provide direction to the society. She focussed on development of women across the country and their assimilation in mainstream life through futuristic education. Prof Dwivedi showcased the practical work done by KMV towards the goal of inclusiveness. She emphasised on the importance of inclusivity right from the grassroot levels in order to get best results.

Cash awards for Olympics winners

Having reportedly sent 11 students to Tokyo Olympics, Lovely Professional University, has announced cash rewards for its students who win a medal at the Tokyo Olympics. The university will be giving Rs 50 lakh to gold medal winners, Rs 25 lakh to silver winner and Rs 10 lakh for bronze winner. Ashok Mittal, Chancellor, Lovely Professional University said, “We are so proud of our team of students who are striving hard to bring glory to the country at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. Rewarding our sports stars will be a small token of appreciation for their hard work and accomplishment.” LPU provides 100 per cent scholarship to its promising athletes, which includes full fee waiver, free lodging and boarding, financial assistance for buying sports equipment, participating in various tournaments and coaching and infrastructure.

Sankalp Diwas observed

A ‘Sankalp Diwas’ was observed in the memory of Sudarshan Kumar Uppal, founder of the college MLU DAV College, Phagwara. Under the guidance of Dr Kiranjeet Randhawa, Principal of the college, ‘Havan’ was performed to mark the beginning of new academic session 2021-22. On this sacred occasion, members of Local Managing Committee including Chairman Vikas Uppal, Pooja Uppal, Principal and staff chanted the vedic mantras. Dr Randhawa apprised the gathering of the reason behind observing this day. She said that college had completed 21 years and the land for setting up the college was donated by founder Sudarshan Uppal, who wanted to promote education. During function Covid-19 guidelines were followed by everyone. Dr Randhawa hoped for bright future and extended a warm welcome to the guests and staff members. She motivated everyone to aspire, achieve and stop not, till the goal is achieved. TNS

Balloon soccer contest

Ivy World School is putting in tremendous efforts to improve the mental and physical health of students. Balloon Soccer competition was organised. The students participated enthusiastically in the event. Principal S Chauhan applauded the students for their extraordinary participation. She also acclaimed that games are an efficacious way to elevate our health. It enriches focus and sets the mind in the right direction and further suggested that we should give priority to ourselves and concentrate on our health. She added that the pandemic has created harmful effects on the health of the people and these little activities can stimulate our mind and body as health and happiness are inter-connected.

Vaccination camp organised

As many as 83 students above 18 years were administered the first dose of Covid vaccine at a camp organised for students in local Hindu Kanya College, Kapurthala. Principal Dr Archna Garg said that as per directions of Punjab Ggovernment, college is fully geared up for the start of classes in the campus. “We have identified all those students who are ready for vaccination. Keeping in mind the examination schedule of university, the camps will be organised in future too. The students from commerce stream were administered the first dose of Covishield,” she added. TNS