KALEIDOKARNIVAL- FUSION FEISTA, Celebrating Culture. (Annual Day)

Vagdevi Vilas School Whitefield  flamboyantly celebrated the diverse global heritages with its Annual Day  for 2023-2024, on 25 November, 2023.

We gathered not just to celebrate another year of our school’s accomplishments but to experience a unique confluence of cultures, a grand symphony of our roots and wings, titled ” KaleiodoKarnival Fusion Fiesta”.

Welcoming the Chief Guest, respected Shri. Ramanagouda V Nadagouda, Deputy Director,U R Rao Centre(ISRO)with the beats of the famed Dollu Kunitha, was VVI Chairman, Shri K.Harish,  CEO Kum.Shallet Sabrina Coelho,Administrator VVSW, Shri Pramod Bhat and VVSW principal Smt. Dimple Jana.

Extravagant features, colourful costumes, music and artistic performances featuring a blend of indigenous and modern traditions was much appreciated in performances like Bharatnatyam , Bengali dance, Salsa, modern contemporary, Bhangra,afro jazz, mohiniattam, kalaripaittu, Japanese shuffle, to Bootha kola.

A heterogeneous mixture was our Jamboree.

Beginning with the super energetic pre-primary, the audience witnessed all children of all grades give a perfect and synchronized performance. To bring such a symphony to the programme requires the will and practice, put up by our students.

During the celebration,  VVSW also acknowledged the talent of our hard working students who have strived for progress in every field, by felicitating the winners of the Olympiads and INSEF.

Keeping true to our motto,” Education beyondAcademic excellence “,we respect, appreciate and foster a sense of unity and shared humanity, transcending cultural boundaries- as expounded by KaleidoKarnival-Fusion Fiesta, Celebrating Culture.

Until next, let’s celebrate being Indians.

In the heart of our school’s courtyard, a kaleidoscope of culture unfurled as we celebrated Kannada Rajyotsava with immense pride and joy. The crisp air of the morning was charged with excitement as students from various classes gathered to pay homage to the land of Karnataka. As the sun began to rise, it cast a golden hue over the day’s festivities which commenced with the school band escorting our respected principal to the stage. The air vibrated with the patriotic echoes of ‘Jai Kannada Mata’ as the flag was hoisted, signaling the start of a day dedicated to the celebration of our state’s rich heritage.

Our students, dressed in vibrant costumes representing the gallant Kannada heroes – freedom fighters, revered leaders, and esteemed poets – paraded their fancy attire and echoed their slogans with vigor. Their performances created a tableau of Karnataka’s storied past and promising future. The school ground resonated with the chorus of traditional songs, the dramatic flair of skits, and impassioned speeches that delved into the heart of Kannada Rajyotsava. Not to be outshined, our dedicated teachers also took to the stage, their voices uniting in song and speech, further embellishing the day’s narrative.

Amidst this mosaic of performances, our principal’s address, delivered in the sonorous tones of Kannada, was a highlight. Her speech wove through the intricate tapestry of Karnataka’s history, its luminaries, and cultural opulence, reminding us all of our roots and the rich soil from which we’ve sprung.

The crescendo of the celebration was a mesmerizing group dance by the enthusiastic students of class 8. Their synchronized movements and rhythmic grace encapsulated the essence of our vibrant culture, evoking a collective sense of pride to be part of such an illustrious heritage.

As the festivities drew to a close, the spirit of Kannada Rajyotsava lingered in the air. The event did not just celebrate a language; it rejoiced in the unity and identity that language has fostered among us. With hearts brimming with pride and minds inspired by the rich tapestry of our state, we concluded the event, carrying forward the legacy of Karnataka in our thoughts and actions. The echoes of the day’s jubilation left a resonant affirmation: we are proud bearers of the Karnataka legacy, today and every day.”

The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it. It is our collective and individual responsibility to preserve and tend to the world in which we all live.

On 20^th September, 2023 Vagdevi Vilas School, Whitefield organised the Conserve My Planet Green Assembly in association with Schneider.

Conserve My Planet program is a fun filled experimental learning program for conserving energy and environment.

The chief guest of the program was Ms Rachana Verma Innovation & Technology Lab Leader Schneider Electric.  We were also honoured to have Sri Prashanth Shetty, Cooperate Social Responsibility, Schneider Electric.

There was a wonderful display of performances by the students followed by the Green Ambassadors leading the students with the pledge. A pledge to keep our environment healthy and to conserve it.

The green ambassadors were given the green kit and asked to take the responsibility to motivate other students to conserve our beautiful planet.

15th August, a monumental day, was celebrated with aplomb. Taken years and scores of lives to gain the freedom, we mustn’t forget to acknowledge the same. Here at our school we celebrated India’s achievements and prayed for the best for our country.

When we mission to be at moon, at school we headed forth with the showcasing of the talents of our young Indians.

On the occasion we were honoured by the presence of our chairman and patriot, Shri. K. Harish as the chief guest.Our respected Principal, Mrs.Dimple Jana motivated  the gathering with her inspirational words and welcomed our Chief Guest.

The event exuberated with cultural extravaganza.

From march past and fancy dress on patriots by children of class 1 and 2 to bharatnatyam, contemporary dance and yoga display, we did our best to celebrate the day. The visuals of the same have been captured for your reference. Capture each child’s vigour and enthusiasm towards their country at display. May the spirit of love for India soar high! Each moment of the Patriotic fervour was relished by the august gathering

Happy Independence Day to all!

World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5th, is a global event that raises awareness about environmental issues and promotes positive actions to protect our planet. It is a day when individuals, communities, and governments come together to reflect on the state of the environment and make conscious efforts to preserve and restore it. This day was marked by our students at Vagdevi with a special assembly. The students, through two skits in both English and Hindi, highlighted the need of the hour.

Students of classes 7/8/9 also showcased oratory skills focusing their speeches on the betterment of mother earth and a check on human activities. In our students, we wish to emphasize the need for collective action to ensure a sustainable future.

Live and let live.

World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5th, is a global event that raises awareness about environmental issues and promotes positive actions to protect our planet. It is a day when individuals, communities, and governments come together to reflect on the state of the environment and make conscious efforts to preserve and restore it. This day was marked by our students at Vagdevi with a special assembly. The students, through two skits in both English and Hindi, highlighted the need of the hour.

Students of classes 7/8/9 also showcased oratory skills focusing their speeches on the betterment of mother earth and a check on human activities. In our students, we wish to emphasize the need for collective action to ensure a sustainable future.

Live and let live.

Yoga holds significant importance for individuals’ physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. World Yoga Day was commemorated today at our school precinct. Through a special assembly, children showcased a danced which incorporated yoga in its movements. Students also presented speeches in Hindi and Sanskrit on the importance of Yog. Unitedly, the students from classes 1 to 10 participated in a demonstration of their yoga exercise with variant stretches including the Surya namaskar. Let us together practice and preserve our tradition which is also our gift to the world.

In today’s era, education is linked to the holistic development of the children. Keeping this is in mind, our school, Vagdevi Vilas, Whitefield, on 11-03-2023 (Saturday)conducted an exhibition – Gyanonnathi – The Path Towards Progress, showcasing the various talents of the students. The exhibition was held on the school premises and was inaugurated by our beloved chairman Sri. K Harish.

The exhibition featured the students’ creative works such as working models and 3D shapes in Science, Mathematics, and Social Science. It was aimed to make their learning relevant and tangible by celebrating their knowledge, skills, and experience with a larger audience. This exhibition was also to develop in students a more scientific attitude towards problems and challenges that they face in life.

The students were very enthusiastic and excited to explain and show case their work. Overall, the exhibition was a great success, and it was a wonderful way for the students to showcase their talents, make students more confident, creative, future-ready course learners for life and for the school to recognise the students’ achievements. It gave the students a sense of accomplishment and pride in their work and the positive feedback from the visitors was overwhelming. It was also a great opportunity for the parents to get to know their children’s talents better.