We extend a warm welcome to all our returning students and extend a special greeting to those joining our school community for the first time. Together, let's make this academic year a resounding success, fostering a culture of excellence & achievement. Stay tuned to our website for updates, events, and important information throughout the school year. Let's make the 2024-25 session one to remember!
An Orientation Session for the parents of Classes Nursery and KG was organised on 5th April 2024 in the school premises. The program commenced with the school shabad. The principal, Ms. Mandeep Kaur, addressed the parents laying stress on the achievements of the school. The students of the primary segment welcomed the parents through their presentation "Sunshine Symphony". A brief counselling session was given by the Headmistress, Ms. Gurmeet Virdi, with an aim to have a smooth transition of the students towards formal schooling. A PowerPoint presentation was run to show a glimpse of the school celebrations and activities.
The students & staff of GHPS, INDIA GATE, gathered in unity and reverence for a special assembly dedicated to the recitation of Japji Sahib & Chaupai Sahib. Each verse uttered in unison embodied the spirit of humility, gratitude, and devotion.The School Principal, Ms.Mandeep Kaur, Vice-Principal,Ms.Harinder Kaur and HM,Ms.Gurmeet Kaur Virdi ,too, joined in this collective prayer.
A Turban Tying Competition was organized in the school premises on 12 April 2024 to promote the significance of the turban in Sikh religion & the rich values associated with it. In the middle segment group, Mansahej Singh of 7C bagged the FIRST POSITION followed by Sargun Singh of 8B & Anhandveer Singh of 8D with Second & Third Positions respectively. In the senior boys group, Jaskirat Singh of 9D got FIRST POSITION, Amrit Singh & Manandeep Singhof 10B secured Second & Third Positions.
On Sunday, April 14,2024,our senior students participated enthusiastically in the SUPERSIKH VAISAKHI 5K RUN, an event aimed at celebrating the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi while promoting health and community engagement. The marathon,which took place at Inner Circle, Connaught Place, Delhi,was organized under the patronage of Vikramjit Singh Sahney, member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha and was supported by Sun Foundation. The participants were given T-shirts & medals showcasing the spirit of unity & solidarity.
A workshop was conducted for ClassXII students on Aviation Career and Training on 15 April 2024 to provide students insights into the aviation sector,including airlines' growth trends& the importance of the aviation industry in the global economy. The resource person, Mr.Manjot Singh Bhasin from Star Educare, shared real-life experiences and inspired students to pursue a career in this field. The interactive session allowed students to ask questions related to qualifications, skills, training & cost in the aviation sector.
A Patka Tying Competition was organised for the primary segment on 15 April 2024 to promote the significance of turban in sikh religion and the rich values associated with it. Arjun Singh of class 5-B bagged the FIRST POSITION followed by Harjas Singh Wadhwa of 5-C securing SECOND POSITION and Prabhjot Singh of 4B &Gurshaan Singh Anand of 5B with THIRD POSITIONS .
REDUCE ,REUSE, AND RECYCLE
Our school celebrated 'EARTH DAY' on 22 April 2024,with a focus on raising awareness about the importance of protecting our planet. Students were sensitized about Mother Earth's fragility & the urgency of taking action to preserve it.
Students from classes VI-VIII enthusiastically created posters and slogans showcasing environmental messages and took pledge to adopt eco-friendly practices in their daily lives, emphasizing their commitment to safeguarding earth.
Through discussions and activities, the students learned about the principles of reduce,reuse and recycle to minimize waste and conserve resources.
On the auspicious occasion of the birth anniversary of Mata Gujar Kaur,' FATEH DIWAS' was celebrated on April 27th & 28th 2024 at Red Fort, commemorating the Historic Event of the conquering of Delhi by Sikh Generals - Jathedar Baba Baghel Singh, Jathedar Jassa Singh Ahluwalia, Jathedar Jassa Singh Ramgarhia, Jathedar Tara Singh Gheba and Jathedar Maha Singh Shukerchakia 241 years ago. Our students & staff participated enthusiastically in this historic event. It was a moment of immense pride for GHPS,India Gate ,as its former students(alumnus) were honored on stage by DSGMC,for their remarkable achievements & excellence, showcasing their contributions to society & their alma mater's pride.
A special assembly was held on 30th April 2024, dedicated to the Prakash Purab of the Fifth Guru , Sri Guru Arjan Devji.His teachings & contributions to Sikhism are revered by millions worldwide. The program commenced with a soulful rendition of Japji Sahib Paath in chorus by students & and staff, followed by Shabad kirtan , creating a harmonious atmosphere filled with devotion and reverence. The School Principal, Ms.Mandeep Kaur, conveyed her heartfelt greetings to all students,staff & parents on this pious occasion.
A capacity-building workshop on 'Active Learning ' was hosted by GHPS,India Gate on 26th April 2024 as part of CBP organized by CBSE from time to time. The aim was to equip mentors with innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement & learning outcomes, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving & collaboration skills. The resource persons from CBSE, Dr Rohit Mehra & Ms.Neera Kohli ,commenced the workshop with an introduction to the concept of active learning, emphasizing its importance in modern education & its alignment with CBSE curriculum objectives. The mentors from different schools were encouraged to adopt a facilitator role, guiding students through inquiry based learning activities. Participants engaged in hands-on activities to experience active learning methodologies first hand,enabling them to better understand their implementation in the classroom. Overall, the workshop was a resounding success, empowering mentors to embrace active learning as a cornerstone of effective teaching practice.
