Schools organise online sessions to mark International Yoga Day

SP Smart School, Jammu

Mumin Islahi scored 99 per cent in Class X and stood first in the city. He said it was the hand-in-hand process that helped him succeed and dedicated his achievement to the school. He added that it was the school management that helped him groom and achieve that feat.

PKR Jain Vatika Senior Secondary School, Ambala City

A webinar on ‘tapping happiness quotient’ was organised for parents of classes IX and X. Dr Shivam Gupta, psychiatrist, guided the parents on how to help their children remain positive and happy even in the most trying situations. Dr Gupta touched various issues such as stress, peer pressure and high expectations to make parents understand their children better and facilitate them to lead a disciplined and stress-free life. Gupta urged the parents not to over pressurise their children, discuss their problems, help them develop healthy study habits, take up relaxation techniques and handle teen aggression calmly by becoming role models for them. Principal Uma Sharma, while thanking the speaker for his valuable inputs, also encouraged the parents to spend quality time with their kids by communicating with them and playing a more active role in the healthy monitoring of their kids through online learning.

Delhi Public School, Ambala

On the occasion of Father's Day, the school motivated all children to express their love and respect for their fathers. Online activities were organised through which students depicted the strong bond they share with their fathers and expressed their gratitude towards them. They also clicked selfies with their dads and gifted them handcrafted photo frames. Senior students prepared picture collages, cards and picture scrolls in their honour. They wrote letters and messages and also planned a surprise party at home. Principal Amita Dhaka appreciated the participation of the students and congratulated all fathers. She urged students to plan such activities for their fathers throughout the year.

Manav Rachna International School, Mohali

International Yoga Day celebrations were held, wherein children, parents and staff members performed various asanas together. Sports teacher Nitin demonstrated the asanas. Students performed yoga with their family.

Indian Public School, Ambala

Students celebrated International Yoga Day at their homes. The theme was ‘Yoga at Home, Yoga with Family’. Students performed different asanas under the guidance of their teachers and parents. They were also apprised of the importance, types and benefits of yoga. Photographs and videos of children were published on the school's Facebook page.

Ryan International School, Mohali

International Yoga Day was celebrated by students and teachers with enthusiasm. A week-long celebration concluded with students demonstrating various asanas. Parents also participated enthusiastically. Everyone was encouraged to practise yoga to remain fit and improve concentration.

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