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Issue : AUGUST 2024

Message
Dear Parents and Students,

Swami Vivekananda once said, “Arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is
reached.” This powerful quote perfectly encapsulates the spirit we embraced
during our Independence Day celebrations. The event was a heartfelt tribute to
the freedom and unity that define our nation, and our students embodied this
spirit through their enthusiastic participation and dedication to our core values
of justice and equality.

At our school, we are dedicated to fostering holistic development, which means

nurturing not just academic excellence but also personal growth and well-
being. We believe in encouraging students to balance their academic pursuits
with self-care and personal development.

As we approach the mid-term exams, seeing our students fully prepared and
motivated is truly inspiring. Their commitment and hard work are evident, and I
am confident these qualities will lead to successful outcomes. I encourage all
students to engage in thorough preparation and effective revision. Organize
your study time, stay positive, and remember that dedication and perseverance
are crucial to achieving your goals.
Wishing everyone the best of luck as we head into this important phase. May
this time be marked by focused preparation, significant growth, and
outstanding achievements.
Warm regards

Principal
 PRE- PRIMARY SCHOOL
August 2024
GALACTIC GATHERING
PUPPET SHOW

To provide an engaging learning experience centred around space and astronomy,

Delhi Public School, Sushant Lok hosted an exciting event ‘Galactic Gathering’ on 3
August 2024. The campus was turned into an interstellar adventure hub and cosmic
playground. This event featured various stations, each designed to immerse
participants in different aspects of space and astronomy and provided hands-on
learning opportunities and fostered creativity and critical thinking. From creating their
own mini galaxies to learning about the different planets in our solar system, every
station was a gateway to discovery.
 FRIENDSHIP DAY CELEBRATION
"Side by side or miles apart, friends are always close to the heart."

It is said that true friendship is the greatest of all blessings. Our little munchkins of
Classes Nursery and Prep celebrated ‘International Friendship Day’ on 2 August 2024
with great enthusiasm and excitement. The day was filled with fun activities like
creating heart shape cards, engaging games and events promoted bonding and
camaraderie amongst students. The Friendship Day celebration was a resounding
success, strengthening bonds and creating lifelong memories.

READING CAMPAIGN
 GREEN DAY CELEBRATION
Everything around us is an array of colours. Green is the most common colour in the
natural world. In order to emphasize the importance of green colour, the students of
Pre-Nursery and Nursery celebrated ‘Green Day’ on 2 August 2024. Leaf and Hand
Printing and various engaging activities providing opportunities for sensory experience
and skill development were conducted.
 ORANGE DAY

Tiny tots in orange radiated warmth and happiness, combining the physical energy and
stimulation of red with the cheerfulness of yellow. A dynamic and stimulating learning
environment was created for children of Classes Pre-Nursery and Nursery to ignite
their imagination and creativity. The students took part in a treasure hunt, conducted
an orange volcano experiment and explored a sink-and-float activity. These activities
helped in reinforcing the colour and creating a cognitive link between visual clues and
words.
 DRESS AND TELL ACTIVITY: SALUTING OUR HEROES
On 13 August 2024, the children of Pre-Primary wing, embarked on a patriotic journey,
celebrating the diversity and richness of India. A ‘Dress-n-Tell’ activity was organized for
Pre-Nursery, Nursery (Know Your Leaders) and Prep (Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat).
Students dressed up as their favourite famous Indian personalities and shared inspiring
stories of their chosen icons with confidence, fostering a sense of pride and love for
their country.
 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

“Freedom in the mind, faith in the words, pride in our souls.”

The Independence Day celebration at the Pre-Primary wing was a delightful and
educational experience, introducing our young students to the significance of
independence and patriotism. Children engaged in creating tri-colour crafts, enjoyed
singing and dancing on patriotic songs. A special assembly on- ‘How India became
Independent’ left everyone spell bound and resonated with the spirit of freedom,
inspiring everyone present to embrace the values of courage, sacrifice and patriotism.
 HURDLE RACE
“Getting a head start towards a healthy lifestyle!”

The students of Class Prep participated in a fun-filled hurdle race activity where various
types of obstacles were set up and the children had to overcome them using their own
understanding.
This activity was designed to boost their stamina and was a wonderful way to introduce
our young athletes to the world of track and field while promoting physical and mental
well-being.
 NATIONAL SPACE DAY
On 22 August 2024 the Pre-Primary students celebrated ‘National Space Day’, an event
dedicated to promoting the exploration of space and inspiring students with the
wonders of the universe. Through joyful experiential learning activities, the students
learned about the marvels of space exploration, the solar system and the brave
astronauts who venture into the unknown. Their eyes sparkled with wonder as they
discovered new facts, inspiring them to reach for the stars!
 JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATION

To seek the blessings of Lord Krishna, the children of Pre-Primary wing celebrated
Janmashtami on 23 August 2024 with mirth and joy dressed up as ‘Radha and Krishna’.
The school premises were decorated with buntings, flutes, matkies etc. giving the vibes
of festivity. Special assemblies were conducted wherein the students swayed to the
tunes of traditional songs followed by hands on craft activities. The students were
overjoyed when they broke the ‘Dahi Handi’ on this occasion.
 RAKSHABANDHAN CELEBRATION

Raksha Bandha is a celebration of the pure bond that exists between siblings. The little
blooming buds of Pre-Primary celebrated the festival of ‘Rakshabandhan’ on 23 August
2024 with lots of love and happiness. The students of Pre- Nursery, Nursery and Prep
celebrated by learning about the importance of the festival and hand crafting beautiful
rakhis. Class I enjoyed an engaging assembly based on role play to bring forth the
importance of the festival and the values attached with the same
 RECITATION COMPETITION
The talented students of Class I participated with enthusiasm in the English Recitation
Competition. The event was filled with creativity and fun as these young orators
showcased their impressive speaking skills. The children recited a variety of poems,
ranging from classic rhymes to contemporary verses. Their expressions, gestures and
confidence were truly remarkable.
This platform was an excellent opportunity for the students to enhance their public
speaking abilities, helping them build self-confidence and improve their pronunciation
and intonation.
 BLOW ART ACTIVITY- CREATING EARTH
Nursery children creatively celebrated the theme ‘My Blue Planet’ by using circle cut-
outs to create Earth art with blow painting techniques. Their vibrant creations
beautifully reflected the theme, demonstrating their creativity and understanding of the
planet.
 NUTRITION FOOD WEEK
In line with the school’s motto of providing holistic education, the little ‘Wellbeing
Ambassadors’ from Class I observed the ‘Nutrition Food Week’ from 27 - 30 August
2024 with fervour and enthusiasm.
Emphasising on physical well-being of children, which goes hand-in-hand with their
intellectual and emotional development, the highlights of the week included making
healthy fruit chats, what’s on my plate activity and much more.
This was an excellent opportunity for our young ones to know about the ‘Food Pyramid’
as they created their own food pyramid and a got a hands-on experience of learning
about the significance of a ‘balanced diet’.
 CLASS ASSEMBLY: HERITAGE OF INDIA
A special assembly on ‘Heritage of India’ was conducted by the students of Class I-
C on 29 August 2024 with the motto of inculcating pride in our rich culture and heritage.
The event emphasized the importance of cherishing and preserving our priceless
traditions, monuments and cultural heritage, which showcase our identity to the world.
The assembly combined entertainment with informative elements, effectively
conveying the message of celebrating and appreciating our heritage.
 PRE-PRIMARY CLUBS

CLAY MODELLING
ART & CRAFT

PUBLIC SPEAKING TAEKWONDO

HERITAGE CLUB

STEM CLUB

SKATING
DANCE

MUSIC

CRICKET
FOOTBALL
 PRIMARY SCHOOL
MORNING ASSEMBLIES
RAKSHABANDHAN
Class IV-C conducted a special assembly to celebrate Rakshabandhan and to reflect
upon the timeless relationship between brothers and sisters. Students spoke about
the significance of the festival. The choir sang a soulful song which was followed by an
interesting skit based on the story of Lord Krishna. The skit set the historical tone of
the festival where a thread ties together a brother and sister in a lifelong bond of
affection and care.
 FRIENDSHIP
The morning assembly on Friendship was presented by Class III-C . The students spoke
about why friends are important and highlighted that friends are the family we choose
and how they make our life’s journey, more enjoyable. The junior school choir
presented a beautiful song on friendship- ‘Count on me’.
The Principal, Ms Tejaswini Katdare appreciated the students’ efforts and reiterated
that teachers and parents are their true friends.
 INDEPENDENCE DAY
Let’s honour the past, cherish the present and carve the future that reflects our
dreams.
On the occasion of India’s 78th Independence Day celebration, students of Class IV-C
presented a special morning assembly to celebrate the values of inclusivity, tolerance
and diversity. A commendable skit was enacted by the students, to showcase the
Satyagrah Andolan led by Mahatma Gandhi-the Father of our Nation, followed by a
mesmerizing dance performance which was enjoyed by all.
 JANAMASHTMI

Students of Class IV-D presented the morning assembly on 23 August 2024 on the
auspicious occasion of Janmashtami. A heartwarming dance performance by
students dressed as ‘gopis’ and ‘Lord Krishna’ won the hearts of the audience. The
school choir sang a soulful song, ‘Hari Sundar Nand Mukund’.
 RISING TO THE OCCASION- INTER SCHOOL COMPETITION
On 8 August 2024 students from Classes IV & V participated in the COSMIC YOGA
event organised by Shalom Conclave School.
Aadhya Mathur (V-A), Samaira Sethi (V-B), Yashika Dhall (IV-A) and Naira Madhok (IV-
A) bagged the third position in the event.

Cosmic Yoga

Congratulations!!!
Arnav Mahamuni of Class V-E participated in the Haryana State Ranking, Table
Tennis championship held from 15-18 August 2024 at Ambala Cantonment and won
a bronze medal in the ‘U-12 Boys’ Singles event.

Arnav Mahamuni
 GERMAN WORKSHOP

On 23 August 2024 , Max Mueller Bhavan hosted a dynamic and educational poster-
making workshop focused on Germany. This event aimed to explore German culture,
history and significant landmarks through creative expression and develop skills in
visual communication through poster designing. It was an excellent learning
experience for our German language students.
 ORAL HEALTH WORKSHOP
Promoting good oral health plays an important role in the maintenance of teeth from
childhood to adulthood. With this aim in mind, Dr. Nimmi Gandhi Tandon, a leading
Dental Practitioner, specializing in Endodontics and Aesthetic Dentistry conducted
an informative and interactive workshop for our Class IV students. She advised them
on proper brushing techniques, importance of being mindful of gum issues and
stressed the need to address oral infections and cavities promptly.
 NATIONAL SPACE DAY

On 23 August 2024 the Primary wing celebrated the ‘National Space Day’ with
enthusiasm, as students shared their insights on space explorations, reflecting on
India’s remarkable achievements. The day included class discussions that deepened
their understanding of space and astronomy. The event was a perfect blend of
learning and inspiration, igniting curiosity and a passion for discovery among the
students.
 MORNING ASSEMBLY- NATIONAL SPORTS DAY
On the occasion of National Sports Day, the students of Class V-D presented the
morning assembly on 29 August 2024. The students showcased an interesting sports
performance and a ramp walk of famous sports personalities of 2024. The Vice
Principal, Ms. Anindita Paul, commended the children and delivered a meaningful
message about the importance of sports for our health and well-being.
 nCRYPT INTER HOUSE COMPETITION
The students of Classes III-V participated in an Inter House Competition hosted by
the nCrypt Club. Two students from each house participated and displayed excellent
projects. The Result is as follows:

Class III Class IV Class V

• Ravi - First • Ravi- First • Chenab- First
• Chenab- Second • Jhelum-Second • Ganges- Second
• Jhelum-Third • Satluj-Third • Satluj-Third
 CLUBS
Clay Modeling

Taekwondo
TEDED

Lito’pia Notez & Beats

Gymnastics

Rangmanch

Skating Chess

Steam Fun
The Mask
 MIDDLE AND SENIOR SCHOOL
INTER SCHOOL COMPETITIONS

SHINING BRIGHT AT ‘ECOM TECH

PARV’, DPS SECTOR-45!
Congratulations to Aditya Bhatia
and Kushagra Aggrawal of Class XII-
B for bagging the second position in
Investoquest at Ecom Tech Parv
organised by DPS Sector-45 on 3
August 2024.

SPOTLIGHT ON SUCCESS!
Kudos to Devyanshi Pareek and Aarush
Pareek for clinching the third position in the
Surprise Event (Theatron) at DPS RK Puram.

CROWNING ACHIEVEMENTS!

Congratulations to Jyotiraditya Gour of

Class IX-H for securing the second
position in the Mimicry Event at
Theatron, organized by DPS R.K.
Puram on 3 August 2024!
 APPLAUSE FOR EXCELLENCE!
Sia Kapoor of Class X-B was felicitated
with the Best Orator Award (Category A)
on 6 August 2024, at the ‘Voicing
Expressions’, an inter-school GPSC
Debate held at CCA School, Sector-4,
Gurugram.

EXCELLING AT FESTIVAL DELLA SCIENZA!

Our students shone brightly at the ‘Festival Della Scienza’ hosted by DPS RK Puram on
20 August 2024, in the following events:

▪ Mind Mappa: Kavya Yadav & Shruti Chandra (second position)

▪ Role Play: Lavan Yadav & Vanshika (third position)
▪ Let’s Play Science: Shavika & Arjun Bharti (third position)

Kudos to our brilliant students and their dedicated mentors for this outstanding
success!
 RUNNERS-UP AT BARDIC
RAP BATTLE!
Ansh Saini of Class XII-D and
Vibhor Shukla of Class X-A
clinched the Runners-Up trophy at
Shalom Conclave ‘24 on 8 August
2024. We celebrate their
exceptional talent and teamwork
that has set a standard for future
events.

FIRST PLACE FINISH!

Vibhor Shukla of Class X-A
bagged the first position in Vaad
Vivaad Pratiyogita (Paksh)
organised by DPS Mathura Road
New Delhi on 28 August 2024.

AN EVENING OF GLORY!

Ruddraksh Srivastava of Class XI-A was

awarded the prestigious Ubharata Sitara
Award by the Brahmanad World Tabla
Academy at the Apparel House Auditorium in
Gurgaon on 11 August 2024. Heartfelt
congratulations, Ruddraksh!
 EXEMPLIFYING INTELLECTUAL
ACUMEN!
Aditya Bhatia and Kushagra Aggrawal
of Class XII-B secured the second
position in the Trade Trivia event at
COMMONOMICS, organized by DAV
Sector-14 on 23 August 2024.

CONQUERING THE DEBATE ARENA

Anvi Chaudhary of Class IX-G secured the

second position in the For the Motion,
Category B, at the GPSC Inter-School
Debate Competition—CONVOIUM 2024:
Persuasion in Progress—held on 24
August 2024 at S.D. Adarsh Vidyalaya,
Sector-47, Gurugram.

SCHOOL EVENTS

DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL- SUSHANT LOK CELEBRATES 78TH

INDEPENDENCE DAY

Delhi Public School-Sushant Lok celebrated India's 78th Independence Day on 13

August 2024, with a flag hoisting ceremony and vibrant cultural performances. Chief
Guest Ms. Meenakshi Singh Pathania, alongside Principal Ms. Tejaswini Katdare and
Vice Principal Ms. Anindita Paul, emphasized on the respect for freedom and national
pride. The event featured poetry, music, martial arts and a patriotic dance.
 PARENT-TEACHER MEETING

On 31 August 2024, the Middle and Senior Wings hosted a productive and engaging
Parent-Teacher Meeting. The event provided an excellent opportunity for parents to
view the students' holiday homework, showcasing their hard work and creativity.
During the meeting, parents actively discussed their children’s performance,
highlighting achievements and addressing areas for improvement. The discussions
also focused on the academic journey ahead, with teachers and parents collaborating
to set goals and support strategies for the upcoming term. The collaborative
atmosphere emphasized the commitment to fostering a supportive learning
environment for every student.
 INTER-HOUSE COMPETITIONS
QUIZ – TRIAL BY TRIVIA
On 8 August 2024 Delhi Public School Sushant Lok hosted an Inter-House Quiz: Trial
by Trivia on Indian Heritage and Culture, featuring six rounds.

The results of the competition are as follows:

First Position: Ganges House
Second Position: Yamuna House
Third Position: Chenab House

FOLK DANCE COMPETITION

To celebrate Indian festivals and keep the cultural heritage alive, Delhi Public School,
Sushant Lok-Gurugram hosted an Inter-House Dance Competition on 22 August 2024,
themed ‘Joy of Nature/Festival,’ highlighting Indian Folk traditions.

The results of the competition are as follows:

First Position: Ravi House
Second Position: Chenab House
Third Position: Yamuna House
 TABLEAU COMPETITION: CELEBRATING INDIA’S VIBRANT MOSAIC
India’s diversity is a kaleidoscope of colours, sounds, and traditions, with each
corner telling a unique story. This vibrant mosaic was brilliantly showcased by the
students of Classes VI to VIII, who presented various facets of India's rich culture
through tableau, cuisine, dance, and more.
The results of their efforts are as follows:

● First position: Chenab

● Second position: Ganges
● Third position: Yamuna
 HINDI VIGYAPAN PRASTUTI COMPETITION
An Inter-House Hindi Vigyapan Prastuti Competition was held to foster students'
creativity and enhance their communication skills. Students from Classes VI to VIII
showcased their ingenuity by creating compelling advertisements on themes ranging
from eco-friendly products to social causes.
The results of the competition are as follows:

● First Position: Satluj House

● Second Position: Ravi House
● Third Position: Jhelum House
 ASSEMBLIES
Assemblies are the cornerstone of school life. It serves as a platform to reinforce and
instill values such as respect, empathy, kindness, and inclusivity among students.
Through speeches, stories, and discussions during assemblies, students are exposed
to positive role models and examples that encourage them to embrace these values
in their daily lives. The following assemblies were organized in August:

Independence Day Assembly by Class VIII F

Assembly on Raksha Bandhan by Class VII-C

SENIOR WING

Assembly on Janmashtami by Class IX-A

 Assembly on National Handloom’s Day by Class XII-F

CLUBS

“You can’t wait for inspiration; you have to go after it with a club.”
—Jack London

The aim of Delhi Public School, Sushant Lok is to offer holistic education by balancing
academics with extracurricular activities. Our school offers various clubs that cater to
varied interests to inculcate the 4T’s, namely, Time, Talent, Treasure, and Thinking in
our young DIPSITES.
 MIDDLE WING

SENIOR WING
BIZCOM TANGENTIA MOSCIENZA
MUN

nCRYPT

EMPASSION MASS
MEDIA READERS CLUB

NOTES & BEATZ

 WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
CREATIVE GEOMETRY: DESIGNING SRI YANTRAS
On 5 August 2024, students participated in a Sri Yantra drawing activity to explore
geometric concepts like symmetry and alignment. Using A4 sheets, compasses,
rulers, protractors, and coloured pencils, they created and coloured their Sri Yantras.
The teacher assessed the drawings on neatness, symmetry, colour use, and
geometric understanding, awarding the top three for their precision and creativity. The
activity effectively deepened students' grasp of geometry while fostering their
creativity.

COSPLAY AND CULTURE: STUDENTS SHINE IN LANGUAGE COSTUMES

On 22 August 2024, Delhi Public School, Sushant Lok, hosted a vibrant Cosplay
Activity for Classes VI to VIII, highlighting their 3rd language curriculum in French,
German, Japanese, and Sanskrit. Students embraced the cultures of these languages
by dressing as iconic figures and presenting lines and insights in their chosen
languages. The event was both educational and memorable, showcasing their
creativity and cultural knowledge. Here are some treasured moments from the activity:
 DEMOCRACY & DIVERSITY
On 8 August 2024, students from Classes IX and X showcased India’s progress
across various sectors in a spirited activity that marked the celebration of the 78th
Independence Day of our nation. Embracing the theme ‘Viksit Bharat,’ the students
embodied the principle of ‘Vasudeva Kutumbakam’ through this activity.
 WORKSHOPS

EMPOWERING FUTURE MARKETERS AT DPS SUSHANT LOK

On 2 August 2024, Clever Harvey held a master class on marketing for the students
Classes XI and XII at DPS Sushant Lok. The session explored key marketing concepts
and introduced the Junior MBA program offered by Clever Harvey.

WORKSHOP ON EXAM ANXIETY AND TIME MANAGEMENT

Our school organized an interactive workshop on ‘Exam Anxiety and Time
Management’ on 9 August 2024, for Classes IX and X. Facilitated by Mr. Chetan
Jaiswal, CEO of MyPeegu, the session provided practical strategies to manage time
and stress effectively. Mr. Jaiswal introduced the ‘Two Cups Method’ to foster a
positive mindset and stressed the importance of staying calm and focused.
 ACTIVITY-BASED SCIENCE WORKSHOP FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL
TEACHERS

Ms. Ayushi Kaul presented a dissemination of the workshop conducted at the HRD
Centre for middle school teachers. The workshop, titled ‘Activity-Based Science
Workshop for Middle School Facilitators’, aimed to equip educators with innovative
and effective teaching methods in science.
The session featured a variety of activities covering different science topics relevant to
middle school students. This initiative is anticipated to have a lasting positive impact
by inspiring educators to foster engaging and dynamic learning environments,
ultimately encouraging students to explore and uncover the wonders of science.
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