Saint Soldier International School, Sector 28, Chandigarh

The school marked the institution’s Golden Jubilee with a weeklong celebration, titled ‘Jubilee Jamboree, 50 years of Vision, Values, and Victories’. The festivities began with the Junior Wing Annual Function, featuring students from Classes I to V. Chief guest Pushkar Vohra, former Director of the Centre of Excellence, CBSE, congratulated the school with his inspiring words. Class I students mesmerised the audience with an energetic Zumba performance, followed by an aerobics act by Class II, radiating joy and enthusiasm. Class III brought the coastal rhythms of Goa to life with their vibrant Goan folk dance, celebrating cultural diversity. Class IV presented a beautifully synchronised Koli dance, paying tribute to the teamwork of fishermen of Maharashtra. The spirit of celebration peaked with a Zumba performance by Class V, enchanting the audience with its vibrant energy. The week’s activities included a variety of sporting events for the junior and senior wings. The Golden Jubliee celebrations concluded with the Senior Wing Annual Function. Colonel Avnish Sharma, a decorated former Cavalry officer of the Indian Army and Director of the Military Literature Festival, was the chief guest. The cultural extravaganza featured a ‘dandiya’ performance by Class VI and a vibrant Rajasthani folk dance by Class VII. A well-synchronised drill was presented by Class VIII, while Class IX and XI brought the lively beats of Punjab to the stage with a captivating bhangra performance, showcasing the energy and resilience of Punjabi culture. The event concluded with heartfelt gratitude to the parents and dignitaries, including the school’s visionary leaders Chairman Ravinderpal Singh Hayer, Director Jagwinder Pal Singh Hayer, Manager Sukhreet Kaur, Adviser Vijaya Sidhu and Principal Anisha Ghuman.