Nov. & Dec., 2018

Guru Nanak Jayanti (Pre Primary)

Little ones of Cambridge International School, Phagwara visited the pious Gurudwara Sahib in Phagwara, ”Sukhchain Sahib” on 22nd November, 2018 on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti. Children religiously covered their head with scarves & washed their feet, started with paying reverence to the holy book of the Sikh ‘THE GURUGRANTH SAHIB’. Children were involved in a small prayer in which all of them diligently participated. They were delighted to offer and receive the Prasad. It was a pleasant and an enriching experience for the children as they were enlightened about the festival.

Gurpurab Celebrations (Primary)

Gurpurab also known as Guru Nanak’s Prakash Utsav and Guru Nanak Jayanti, celebrates the birth anniversary of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev ji. On the eve of Gurpurab, students of primary wing, organized a special morning assembly where they spoke and enacted about life and philosophy of Guru Nanak Devji . Students came dressed in traditional attires. The celebration started with prabhat pheri after which they sang hymns, gave speeches, enacted his teachings like sharing, equality with everyone and this really charged the atmosphere with positive vibes and created a mesmerizing aura. The glimpse of the practices carried out in gurudwars on the day of gurpurab like sewa, kirtan and langar and the path of Guru Granth Sahib( the holy book of Sikhs) etc. was showcased . Principal Mr.Jorawar Singh guided the students to imbibe the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev ji in our lives.

Gurpurab Celebrations (Middle)

Keeping with the secular ethos of the school, the Middle school celebrated Gurpurab, one of the several auspicious religious festivals in Sikhism, to mark the Parkash Utsav of Guru Nanak Dev. The students prepared a medley of activities on this occasion to commemorate and remember the birth and philosophy of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh Guru and founder of Sikhism. The assembly commenced with the recitation of the first pauri of ‘Jap ji Sahib’ followed by the ‘Shabad’. They chanted the Mool Mantra ‘Ek Om Kar’ from Guru Granth Sahib with a student explaining the meaning of the mantra. Principal Mr.Jorawar Singh guided the students to imbibe the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev ji in our lives.

Children’s Day Celebration

Children’s day was celebrated on Wednesday, 14.11.18 in Kindergarten classes of Cambridge International School Phagwara, with full exuberance. As the little ones are always excited to do something with their little creative hands, a *goodie foodie* activity was performed by them on this special day. They made luscious choco pops, nachos salsa chat, fruit cream and many more healthy and delightful dishes. The teachers presented good thoughts, speeches and also a lovely ballad for them. Chocolates, as token of love, were given to every child by respected Principal Sir.

Diwali Celebrations (Pre Primary) The Pre Primary Wing of Cambridge

International School, Phagwara wore a festive look as the students celebrated the festival of lights, Diwali. The significance of the day was brought out by stories, and class discussions. Various activities such as Diya Decoration, Rangoli making and Derail card Making were organized. Teachers taught the little ones about hazards of bursting crackers and advised them to refrain from doing so. They promised to celebrate a Safe and Green Diwali.

Diwali Celebrations (Primary)

The celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights, came alive at Cambridge International School, Phagwara on October 5 when the whole school wore a festive look with rangoli, diyas and lanterns adorning the reception and corridors of the school. An Interhouse Rangoli making competition was organized for the students of grades 3 to 5 which added the perfect setting to the festivity.

During the morning assembly students of grade 1-5 talked about the significance of the festival how *good always conquers the evil* and also about why and how Diwali is celebrated across the country by different religions depicting the essence through a short play.

Principal Mr.Jorawar Singh sensitized the students about the ill-effects of crackers and appreciated the hard work of the participants. He celebrated Diwali with students in a different manner by bursting of balloon in place of crackers.

Donation Campaign in Cambridge International School

WITH CHRISTMAS SPIRIT IN THE HEART, JINGLE BELLS IN THE EARS Cambridge International School, Phagwara organized a donation campaign along with NGO Goonj in the school. On this Christmas Eve, students of primary classes have donated winter clothes like jerseys, sweaters, shoes etc. in a bid to help those in need. All the parents contributed for this noble cause with great zeal. A special assembly was organized for which students came in red and white coloured clothes and sang jingle bell and other Christmas carols with great enthusiasm. “Real happiness lies in the joy of giving and students of Cambridge International School, Phagwara whole heartedly contributed to it.” said Principal Mr. Jorawar Singh. When art is combined with festivity, a masterpiece is discovered. An art competition was also conducted in primary classes on Christmas theme. The corridors of the school were decorated by students themselves. The students came up with their unique masterpiece. Chairman Mr. K.S. Bassi and M.D. Mr. K.S. Bains appreciated students, parents and teachers for their excellent participation. Chairman of I-League Education Mr. Sanjeev Vassal congratulated to the team of Cambridge International School, Phagwara for doing this noble job.

Science Fest

Cambridge International School organized Science Fest for classes 6 to 8 On pretext of International Science Week “Science Fest” was organized in Cambridge International School on 2nd November, 2018 by the students of classes 6 to 8. Under the guidance of Science department a science Exhibition cum experiment fair was organized in the school. The exhibition was inaugurated by Managing Director Mr.K.S. Bains and Principal Mr.Jorawar Singh. The students enthusiastically set up their projects in quadrangle. Around 100 students participated in the event and showed up with the project. The students were zealous to explain the concept of their project to every passing onlooker. The projects ranged from a simple classic volcano science project to wireless electricity model and normally ejected hydro acceleration model. The students displayed intellect which was way past their age in building these models. Some of the projects worth mentioning were: Lie detector machine, cheapest mobile charger, hydraulic crane, magnetic cranes an may more. Principal Mr.Jorawar Singh applauded the efforts of the students and the science department and said that such events not only help the students to get hands on experience but also prepare them for future life.

Interhouse Rangoli Competition

Let me, O let me bathe my soul in colours; let me swallow the sunset and drink the rainbow.” Rangoli is something each of us can easily relate to as they signify color and festivities. Be it any occasion, a family function or a festival, a Rangoli can lift everyone’s mood and can fetch us some quick compliments. Keeping in mind this very tradition, Cambridge International School organized the Inter House Rangoli Competition on the occasion of Diwali. During this festive occasion, students from Middle school participated in this competition with great enthusiasm and put together their imaginative, inventive and creative skills to make bright and beautiful They made geometric shapes, deity impressions and floral motifs. Rangoli colours, flower petals and diyas were used to decorate the Rangolis. The overall first position was bagged by Maple House

CAIE Trip to Naina Devi, Anandpur Sahib and Virasat-e-Khalsa

A trip was organized for the CAIE (Cambridge Assessment International Education) students of Cambridge International School, Phagwara on 24th of Nov 2018. It was a thorough learning trip along with being educational, spiritual and thrilling. The first destination being Naina Devi Temple in Himachal, the students were given a taste of long trekking, testing their climbing fortitudes, and completing their climb with serene beholding of the goddess. The feeling was rewarding and gratifying. Taking the ropeway down the high altitude temple, the children enjoyed the breath taking view of the beautiful snow covered Himalayas. The troupe then advanced towards Gurudwara Anandpur Sahib, located on the edge of Shivalik Hills, near Sutlej River. The serenity of the place was strongly felt and absorbed, being the place where the last two Sikh Gurus lived and where Guru Gobind Singh Ji founded the Khalsa Panth in 1699. The visit would have been incomplete without the blissful kirtan and heavenly Guru’s Langar. Consequentially, Virasat-e-Khalsa, a museum of Sikhism, located in the holy town, Anandpur Sahib, extended a taste of history with a panoramic view of Indian Heritage. The museum depicts the profound stories and sacrifices of ten Sikh Gurus, engulfed in the exuberant architecture, paintings, and sculpture. The clusters of galleries try to evoke the fortress architecture of the region and the students prudently absorbed the values and lessons that they had to preach. The trip left the students yearning for more, and promising themselves to visit the places again. The journey to visit theses immortal places left the students pondering… and made them more sensitive towards their peers, their teachers, and further towards them.

Christmas Celebration December is considered a great season of goodwill and merriment. So,to celebrate the festivities and fervor, Cambridge International School, Phagwara celebrated “Christmas” on Monday 24.12.2018.The Festive spirit was witnessed among the school students and teachers. Little one’s of Cambridge celebrated Christmas by exhibiting their talent through songs and dance performances. They also made beautiful bells and xmas trees in their classes to share them with their near and dear one’s. The grand entry of Santa in the celebration was really applaudable. The children spread cheer with their smiles and lovely attires in the celebration.

Spell Bee Competition “Spelling is important because it aids in reading,it helps cement the connection that is shared between sounds and letters”. In Cambridge International School Phagwara, Spell bee competition was organized in kindergarten on Friday, 21st December,2018. This Competition gave students a platform to learn spellings in various ways. All children participated sincerely in the competition. Their efforts and initiative was appreciated by their teachers, coordinator and Principal of the school as well.

Blue Day Celebration Blue colour, the symbol of truth and heaven, was celebrated in Cambridge kindergarten on Friday, 28.12.18. The objective of the day was to inculcate the value of water, the main source of life. Various activities were performed by the little ones like puppet show, ballads, rally through which they conveyed a message that *a drop of water could save the life of a thirsty man. The whole Kindergarten was fully decorated with blue colour balloons, and the little ones were dressed up in blue colour attires. In the last they carried a good message with them to save water which will surely help them and others to whom they will convey the same. It was a meaningful, colourful, and a bright day for all.

Annual Sports Meet- 2018

The Sports Meet is a great opportunity for students ‘to unite ‘ , ‘rejoice ‘ ,’introduce ‘ and ‘represent’ themselves . With this objective in mind, Cambridge International School organized Annual sports meet for classes 3rd to 9th on 14th Dcember 2018.. The glittering opening ceremony commenced with the hoisting of National flag by IG Police Mr.Naunihal Singh. The meet was declared open by the Chief Guest, Chairman CIS Phagwara Mr.K.S.Bassi , Vice Chairperson CIS Phagwara Mrs.Jasbir Bassi, Chairman of I-League Education Mr. Sanjeev Vassal. COO of I- league Education Mr.Raghav Vassal along with other dignitaries by releasing the balloons . The entire atmosphere was charged with zeal and enthusiasm of the students. The Chief Guest was escorted by the Principal, for the inspection of the four House contingents. A spectacular, impressive, and a well synchronized March Past by the four Houses contingents of the students, rendered the spectators, speechless and awestruck. Spirited and dynamic students performed various events which included mass drills, yoga and Aerobics.The highlight of the programme was The Zumba dance prepared by the students. The most exciting aspect was the filed display where the students participated in many track

events like 100 mt and 200 mt races and sack race for students of grades 3 and 4. This was followed by track events for middle school and senior students which included 400 mt races for both boys and girls as well as relay races for both boys and girls. Finally, the winners' names were announced and the prizes were given away by the Chief Guest, Chairman CIS Phagwara. The students were happy after getting the prizes and awards from the dignitaries. The most prestigious Overall Championship of this year trophy was given to the Oak House. The trophy was best house for March Past was bagged by Pine House. The grand celebration came to an end by a grand Finale where all the students and teachers came forward followed by National Anthem. This year sports day witnessed the entrancing performances and hard work and dedication put up by our students. Multiple hours of training, strenuous practices of students made the sports day more successful and memorable one.

Annual Sports Meet- 2018

Annual Sports Meet- 2018

Annual Sports Meet- 2018