POEM/SLOGAN WRITING TO PROMOTE ‘VALUES LIKE PEACE, HONESTY BROTHERHOOD ALONG WITH SPIRIT OF NATIONALISM.’ |
Classes: VI-IX |
The Social Service Initiative Club organised a Poem/Slogan writing activity for the students of classes VI-IX. The aim was to promote patriotism along with the values such as peace, honesty and brotherhood. The event was conducted on the virtual platform during the social service activity class. The teachers shared a PowerPoint Presentation with the students highlighting the importance of Republic Day Celebrations held on 26th January every year. The teachers further talked and discussed about the contribution of freedom fighters in the freedom movement, the meaning of a ‘Republic Nation’, the importance of Indian Constitution and the process of drafting of the constitution. The students were then asked to write a slogan or a poem based on their thoughts and feelings about our country. The students participated in this activity very enthusiastically and came up with beautiful creations that was appreciated by one and all. |
CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS WHILE FOLLOWING COVID PROTOCOLS- ESSAY WRITING |
20-24 December 2021 |
The students of classes VI-IX celebrated Christmas in the school by participating in the essay writing competition organised by the Social Service Initiative Club. The topic was, ‘Celebrating Christmas while following COVID Protocols’. The event was conducted during the social service activity class on the virtual platform. The teachers shared a PowerPoint Presentation with the students highlighting the importance of this festival. The aim was to make the students of classes VI-IX understand the importance of celebrating Christmas and other festivals in our country during the pandemic while following the COVID protocols. |
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CELEBRATING ARMED FORCES FLAG DAY |
CLASSES: VI-IX |
Armed Forces Flag Daywas observed by the Social Service Initiative club of our school on the virtual platform on Tuesday, the 7th of December 2021.This Day wasdedicated to commemorating the courage of the servicemen of the armed forces of this country.Funds were raised to assist the rehabilitation of ex-servicemen in need and to aid the widows and dependents of martyrs bythe distribution of flags. The studentsexpressedtheir gratitude and appreciation for the veteran military personnel of India.They acknowledged the unsung efforts of those who lost their lives in the service of our country. |
HOW TO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS DURING THIS PANDEMIC |
Covid-19 has been around for almost a year and things have finally started to look promising. However, as the threat of the virus still looms large, it would be wise to celebrate the upcoming Christmas season with the utmost care and safety.But that does not mean your Christmas celebration should be anything less than amazing. Since, it is the season of love and aspirations, we can surely hope for a sweet and simple celebration at home. Covid-19 has been around for almost a year and things have finally started to look promising. However, as the threat of the virus still looms large, it would be wise to celebrate the upcoming Christmas season with the utmost care and safety.But that does not mean your Christmas celebration should be anything less than amazing. Since, it is the season of love and aspirations, we can surely hope for a sweet and simple celebration at home.With proper care, right precautions and a limited guest ist, you can still have a memorable Christmas celebration. So, here are some simple and easy ways to celebrate Christmas at home during Covid-19. Covid-19 has been around for almost a year and things have finally started to look promising. However, as the threat of the virus still looms large, it would be wise to celebrate the upcoming Christmas season with the utmost care and safety.But that does not mean your Christmas celebration should be anything less than amazing. Since, it is the season of love and aspirations, we can surely hope for a sweet and simple celebration at home.With proper care, right precautions and a limited guest list, you can still have a memorable Christmas celebration. So, here are some simple and easy ways to celebrate Christmas at home during Covid-19.1 Understand the Safety Guidelines Covid-19 has been around for almost a year and things have finally started to look promising. However, as the threat of the virus still looms large, it would be wise to celebrate the upcoming Christmas season with the utmost care and safety.But that does not mean your Christmas celebration should be anything less than amazing. Since, it is the season of love and aspirations, we can surely hope for a sweet and simple celebration at home.With proper care, right precautions and a limited guest list, you can still have a memorable Christmas celebration. So, here are some simple and easy ways to celebrate Christmas at home during Covid-19.1 Understand the Safety GuidelinesThe most important step towards planning a Christmas celebration at home is to take note of the recommended guidelines in your city. Although most restrictions have been lifted, it would still be helpful to understand any specific safety guidelines. |
Week: 15-18 November 2021 A poster making class activity was conducted by the Social Service Initiative Club on virtual platform for students of classes VI-IX on the topic “Adverse effects of Air Pollution.”The objective of giving this activity to the students was to create awareness among them about issues related to conservation of environment and motivated them to protect environment.They were also oriented to use available resources judiciously for sustainable development. Teachers discussed the current air quality level in Delhi. The students depicted and delineated the burning issue through some impressive and informative posters which made a huge impact on all involved. |
Week: 12-17September 2021 Little hands and imaginative minds came together in a creative burst of energy during the social service activity class of our school. The aim was to make the students of classes VI-IX understand the importance of preserving the environment and learn more about sustainability. The students were taught not to throw away waste material and instead repurpose them meaningfully. This is bound to help not only the environment keeping in mind the 5 R’s but also the creative energy of the young minds. The students prepared creative and innovative models and art items from different waste materials, which were shared by them in the class. They used reusable and recyclable materials like news papers, shoe boxes, bangles, ice cream sticks and much more. From these items, they created an amazing array of display items and useful everyday objects leaving all the other students impressed and inspired . The values like preservation, recycling, conservation, reduce, reuse etc were imbibed with students through this activity. |
Week: 30 August-3 September 2021 |
A class activity was conducted by the Social Service Initiative Club on virtual platform. Students of classes VI and VII prepared cards for doctors and health care professionals to express their gratitude towards these corona warriors who saved and protected many lives. Our young and talented students not only expressed their gratitude and respect through their creative work but also proved that they encompass the social values and life skills required to become responsible citizens of a country. All the students performed the activity with optimum zeal and enthusiasm. The activity left the students inspired and motivated to always put their best foot forward and be productive members of the society. |
Week: 30 August- 3 September 2021 |
A class activity was conducted by the Social Service Initiative Club on virtual platform. Students of classes VIII and IX first gave a brief introduction about the life of different social workers, |
Week: 16-20 August 2021 Social service Orientation session was conducted with the students of Classes VI-IX. The orientation session was conducted to familiarise the students with the trajectory of social service activities that could be conducted during the Pandemic. The students were given guidance through PPTs and motivational talks to help them understand the logistics of social service activities and how to conduct them to achieve best results. The students were motivated to stand up for social causes and contribute meaningfully to them. |
VISIT TO BLIND SCHOOL BY SOCIAL INITIATIVE CLUB |
MONTH : DECEMBER 2019 |
With an aim to make the students understand the power of empathy, integration and empowerment, ‘The Social Initiative Club’ organized a visit to ‘JPM Sr. Sec. School for the blind’. The students interacted with the visually impaired children. The students were made familiar with the Braille system of writing used by the visually challenged. The students took a tour of the training center where the students of the blind school learn multiple skills like candle making, sewing and making of paper bags. The students also learnt how a screen reading software enables the visually challenged to use computers. Having internalized the concept of will power, self-respect, and self- confidence the children happily bid goodbyes to the residents of the blind school. |
CELEBRATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS AND WORLD PEACE |
Social Initiative Club of DPS Dwarka organized various activities and competitions to mark ‘Human Rights and World Peace’ |
The Winners were: Class XI – Topic for Debate: Is our right to privacy being questioned in this Digital Era? |
The Winners were: This proved to be a unique opportunity for the students, who gained knowledge and perspective on a wide range of topics. |
The Winners were: |
VISIT TO GODHULI (An Old Age Home) |
MONTH : OCTOBER 2019 |
With an aim to sensitize our students towards the people in the ripe years of their lives and impart the value of respecting senior citizens, ‘The Social Initiative Club’ organized a visit to ‘Godhuli- An Old Age Home’. The students presented a poem and interacted with the elderly. They listened enthusiastically to their words of wisdom. The students also presented handmade greetings cards to the elders. Having internalized the concept of respecting and spending quality time with the elderly especially one’s grandparents, the children happily bid goodbyes to the residents of Godhuli. |
TOPIC :THE LAND THAT I LOVE (PATRIOTISM) |
MONTH : AUGUST 2019 |
To instill patriotic fervour among the students, ‘The Social Initiative Club’ conducted an array of enthralling activities like slogan writing, discussion etc. in which the students participated with great zest and enthusiasm. To sensitize the students about their duties towards the nation, an ‘Awareness Rally’ was carried out by the students. They checked for running water and leakages. They reinforced switching off of lights and fans when not in use. They took a pledge to save water and electricity in their school, homes and surroundings thereby creating awareness about the importance of conserving resources. |
TOPIC: GROW MORE TREES |
MONTH : JULY 2019 |
Preserving the beauty of our Earth is a collective responsibility. In order to sensitize students towards the need to conserve our environment, The Social Initiative Club held an interactive session on tree plantation, where the children zestfully participated in the discussion and shared their views on the same. An array of stimulating activities were planned with an aim to create awareness among the students about the significance of planting trees. A collage making activity was conducted to facilitate children in understanding the need to protect our resources. Students made captivating collages emphasizing the same. A poster making activity was held wherein children made beautiful posters depicting the need to plant trees. They also participated with great zeal in poetry recitation which highlighted the importance of protecting our environment by not cutting trees. In order to keep our city green and serene, students participated in ‘Tree Plantation Drive’ as well. It was a great learning experience for the learners and imparted valuable knowledge to them about tree plantation. |
TOPIC : BE CLEAN, BE HEALTHY! |
Cleanliness plays a vital role in our daily lives and emphasizing the same, ‘The Social Initiative Club’ conducted an array of enthralling activities like slogan writing, discussion etc. in which the students participated with great zest and enthusiasm. To sensitize the students towards the need for a ‘cleaner, healthier world’, an ‘Awareness Rally’ was carried out by the students. They took a pledge to clean their school, homes, public places and surroundings thereby creating awareness about the importance of being clean and healthy. |
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WATER CONSERVATION – A Social Initiative by DPS Dwarka DPS Dwarka is an environment conscious school. Due care is taken to ensure sustainability and maintenance of natural resources. Water conservation is accorded prime importance and various initiatives are taken up by us in this direction: Painting Competitions
Project Work / Essay Competitions
Debate/Declamation / Recitation / Just-A-Minute Competitions
Awareness Programmes
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COMMUNAL HARMONY CAMPAIGN WEEK & FLAG DAY Students & Staff of DPS Dwarka have contributed an amount of `9250/- towards National Foundation for Communal Harmony. This was an initiative taken up by the Social Initiatives Club of DPS Dwarka to celebrate Communal Harmony Campaign Week & Flag Day from 19–25 November 2018. |