A time to spread joy & happiness in society

Tribune News Service

Jalandhar, December 25

Christmas carols, gift exchanging and donations, for underprivileged children marked the celebrations in various schools and colleges of the city.

Ivy World School

The Vasal Education Society celebrated Christmas on the school campus. Christmas is a time for joy, giving, sharing, laughter, gathering with family and friends, tinsel, and brilliantly decorated parcels. With their foot tapping performances on old classic medleys, tiny tots produced magic. The K1 students wowed the audience with their energetic dances and fashion show. Through a nativity play, children were also told about the birth of Lord Jesus and the mythology of Santa Claus. S Chauhan, principal, Ivy World School, congratulated the children for their participation and also appreciated them and educators for their whole-hearted support.

Saffron Public School

Christmas was celebrated by students of Saffron Public School from Classes pre-play to VIII. Boys came dressed as Santa Claus and girls came dressed as fairies. Children sung carols, enacted plays depicting the lives of Mother Mary and Jesus Christ, danced on Christmas songs and distributed sweets. Children took X-mas and New Year resolutions. Principal Dr Sandeepa Sood lauded the performance of tiny tots. She told everyone about the relevance of the festival and wished them a great winter vacation ahead.

State Public School

The festival of Christmas was celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm at State Public School (Jalandhar Cantt). A special programme titled ‘Nativity’ was organized by students. Carols echoed the entire campus. The power packed dance performance stunned everyone to the core. Santa Claus distributed sweets and Christmas cake among students. Chief of State Public Schools Dr Narotam Singh along with Principal Savina Bahl congratulated the students for putting up an incredible show.

Eklavya School

Eklavya School celebrated Christmas with fun and fervour. JK Gupta, chairman, Eklavya School, inaugurated the programme. Children dressed like Santa Claus and distributed sweets to everyone. Nishesh of Class XI, Simranpreet of Class IX and Guneet of Class VIII, delivered speeches. Director Seema Handa said Christmas has a great importance in every individual’s life. The message of Christmas is that where there is hope, love, light and life, plan and purpose of God will reach.

Tagore’s International Smart School

Tagore’s International Smart School celebrated Christmas with religious gaiety. Students as well as teachers were clad in red attire. Several other activities, including Christmas card making and handcrafted gifts were organised. Goodies were distributed among the students. Everyone was drowned in the happy festive Vibes. Dean Vinod Shashi Jain and Director Ruchika Jain appreciated the efforts of the little ones and highlighted the importance of the New Year resolutions.

State Public School, Shahkot

Students of State Public School, Shahkot, celebrated Christmas with zeal. The campus was decorated with red balloons and Santa Claus robes. Tiny tots came dressed in crimson, recited poems and danced. Principal Kanwar Neel Kamal wished students and teachers on the occasion.

Police DAV Public School

Christmas celebrations were held at Police DAV Public School. Students of symphony club presented Christmas carols. Tejaswi House presented an English skit which gave the message of sharing and caring. Members of the Social Welfare Club gave socks and caps to the orphanage in Budhiana village. Students of primary wing also celebrated Christmas and sang carols. Principal Dr Rashmi Vij wished Merry Christmas to all.

PCM SD College for Women

The NCC cadets of the college celebrated Christmas in a unique way under the guidance of Lieutenant Priya Mahajan, in charge, SD College (NCC wing). The NCC cadets gave gifts to non-teaching employees and the support staff of the college. By doing this, the cadets learnt core human values, including humanity, compassion, resource mobilisation and sense of affinity with the community. Principal Dr Pooja Prashar praised the efforts of the students and appreciated Lieutenant Mahajan.

Kanya Maha Vidyalaya

The post graduate department of commerce and business administration of Kanya Maha Vidyalaya organised a social outreach activity in collaboration with social outreach department. Three teachers – Ritu, Namita and Deeksha went to Banarasi Das School, Transport Nagar, adopted by KMV to donate caps and socks as Christmas giftd to the underprivileged children. On this occasion, students were given warm caps, socks and biscuits. Principal Prof Atima Sharma congratulated Dr Neeraj Maini, head, Department of Commerce, and all the faculty members and the students for organising the event.

MLU DAV College, Phagwara

Christmas was celebrated with enthusiasm at MLU DAV College, Phagwara, under the guidance of Dr Kiranjeet Randhawa (principal of the college). The celebrations included a rhythmic presentation from the college choir as well as an add-on surprise package by Santa Claus. Students prepared posters and decorated college with balloons. Dr Randhawa said one must share love and joy.

MHR DAV Institute Christmas was celebrated at MHR DAV Institute of Nursing. Renuka Bhatt was the chief guest and was welcomed by principal Dr Veena Williams. The celebration started with a prayer and carol. Students also performed a role play exploring the life of Jesus Christ and his teachings of love, peace and humanity. Dr Williams presented a token of love to teaching and non-teaching staff.