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11-05-2022
Cotton plays an important role in the Indian economy as the country's textile industry is predominantly cotton-based. India is one of the largest producers as well as exporters of cotton yarn. Gujarat, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab are the major cotton producers in India. Students of Grade 6 learned about the cotton fabrics in the chapter - Fiber to Fabric. They presented a report on the types of cotton fabrics produced in India and their properties and benefits. The purpose of the enrichment activity was to enhance their knowledge about different types of cotton fabrics and how the cotton industry helps in boosting the economy of India.
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23-04-2022
A special assembly on the occasion of World Book Day was recently conducted at Presidium. The assembly kick-started with the significance of the event in English and Hindi followed by poem recitation and some slogans that encouraged the young learners to explore the pleasure of books and reading, one of the students also highlighted the significance of books in our lives. Students were then informed about the myriad horizons that the habit of reading opens for a child, through an informative speech. Through captivating performances, the leaders of tomorrow left a powerful impact on the audience and encouraged them to grab a book and read! The students enthusiastically shared how they read the different novels, comics, and a variety of books in their leisure time to improve their vocabulary, and fluency in English and to make their reading better.
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22-04-2022
Presidium School conducted a special assembly and celebrated Earth Day with full vigour and enthusiasm. The objective was to sensitize the students toward the conservation of the planet Earth. The students participated in a plethora of activities conducted to spread awareness to protect our planet. The age-appropriate activities motivated the students to inspire their peers and others toward the conservation of the ailing planet, i.e. Earth, through the use of their creativity and imagination. Presidians also presented short poems, and slogans and held placards to sensitize others toward Earth. The assembly concluded with the Green pledge, taken solemnly by the little ones. Eventually, the students comprehended that it is high time that we take immediate action to save our abode i.e. planet Earth with our wise actions and sense of adaptability for a sustainable future.
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18-04-2022
Heritage is the most precious possession that we will be passing on to the next generations. 18th April every year is celebrated as World Heritage Day. On this occasion of global importance, students of Presidium held a special assembly with great zeal and enthusiasm. In the beginning, an informative speech made students aware of the importance of this day. It was explained how World Heritage Day, which is called The International Day for Monuments and Sites, was proposed by ICOMOS in 1982 and approved by UNESCO in 1983. Furthermore, interesting facts and information about various significant monuments like Agra Fort, Taj Mahal, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Roman Colosseum, and Statue of Liberty were shared with everyone. Students learned about how they can lend a helping hand towards preserving these reminders of history, as the monuments and heritage talk about the roots of a nation and therefore it is our duty to preserve these monuments to memorize history. In the end, it was concluded that monuments are not for the dead but they are for those who are living, so let us save them and protect them.
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14-04-2022
Presidians commemorated the birth anniversary of the Architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar, through a special assembly. Popularly known as Babasaheb, he was a man of social substance who became India’s first-ever independent law minister and principal architect of the Indian Constitution. Students presented thought-provoking speeches, quotes, posters, and poems which made it evident that his works and teachings are relevant even in today's times. The highlight of the assembly was a special skit based on the theme of untouchability, against which Babasahed fought throughout his life. The message was received well by one and all. The future citizens were enlightened about the importance of eradicating social evils like untouchability and caste-based discrimination. The assembly culminated with an inspiring message that one need not be born into great and influential families but with a goal, hard work, and responsibilities one can become great.
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