Cultural

RAKSHA BANDHAN

BHAI BEHEN KA PYAAR

On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, school organized several activities through virtual platform to make students understand the true essence of this festival and the sacred relation of a brother and a sister. The students made rakhi and decorated thali.

Red Roses’ SPANDAN created positive vibes!

Red Roses Public School, Saket organized its first online inter school event SPANDAN in celebration of the occasions of Janmashtamiand 73 years of our country’s Independence. Thesixteen events for different age-groups, categorized into ‘Aaradhan’ toharmonize with our blissful state; and ‘Vande-Mataram’ & ‘Rang -Tirang’ to elevate the spirit of patriotism and pride of belonging to our country, created positive vibrations indeed when around 350 students from 30 elite schools of Delhi enthusiastically took part in the online activities.

For ‘Aaradhan’, students participated in ‘Radha-Krishna Ekakar’, dance on theme ‘Main to Sanwareke rangrachi’; Gita shloka chanting’; any one role of Lord Krishna in ‘AhamBrahmasmi; and bhajan singing themed ‘Mere to Giridhar Gopal’.

‘VandeMataram’ category comprised of fireless cooking activity in ‘Master Chef’; Yogasanas; traditional costumes from different states in ‘Paridhaan’; quiz on national freedom movement; advertisements on start-ups in ‘Make in India’; and performance of classical dances in ‘Nritya Sudha’.

‘Rang -Tirang‘ category witnessed craft activities using the three colours of the ’Tiranga’. Students prepared videos of national symbols under ‘I love my India’; designed puppets for the activity ‘My Marionette’; made peacock with paper under ‘Blue-Breasted Beauty’; paper bags with beautifully written ’Vande-Mataram’ and also designed necklace and ear-rings for ‘Abhushan’.Response was overwhelming. The judges for each of these activities were awe-struck with the amazing presentations by the immensely talented students of the participating schools.

Mamta Modern Sr. Sec. School bagged the maximum number of awards securing 3 first, 3 second and one third position; Lilawati Vidya Mandir, St. Paul’s and APJ Saket walked away with 5 awards each. Jain Bharati Mrigavati Vidyalaya, ASN Sr. Sec. School and Greenfields shared third position with 4 awards each. Winners with Merit certificates and participants with appreciation certificates were felicitated.

Red Roses Bid Adieu

Students of class XI bid farewell to outgoing batch of XII. The Amphitheatre was beautifully decorated to witness the official send-off. The day was a fiesta devoted to the years spent together with friends and teachers and to reminisce the joyous moments. The outgoing students showed up, dressed in their best finery with girls looking dainty and graceful in sarees and boys carrying themselves smartly in suits.

They were greeted with tilak ceremony by Principal Dr. Anuradha Mehta. After lamp lighting and seeking blessings from Goddess Saraswati for their successful future, students were presented mementos. Thereafter, an entertaining musical sequence of items followed with beatboxing by Naman Bisht; dance medley on selected songs; song performance on guitar by Rimjhim Verma to the accompaniment of orchestra; and the highly energetic bhangra on foot-tapping music compelling everyone to join in. Varun Tariyal and V. Anusha of class XII addressed the audience and thanked the teachers for their support and encouragement.

The items were interspersed with Question-hour session that included ‘What would you like to change?, ‘ What makes you happy?, ‘Like whom would you want to become?’ etc. Based on the answers, Prachi Rauthan and Varun Tariyal were selected as Mr. and Ms. RRPS. Akshat Dwivedi and Divya Mann bagged the ‘Best Dressed’ title.

Before this get-together finally came to an end, students got engaged in clicking selfies and ‘groufies’ and dispersed to enjoy the scrumptious meal.

Red Roses Celebrate Spring Festival

Red Roses Public School, Saket celebrated the spring festival – ‘Basant Panchami’ with zeal and enthusiasm. The entrance of the school where the idol of ‘Saraswati’ - the Goddess of learning, music and art is installed, was adorned with strings of yellow marigold. The ambience with fragrance of flowers and a ‘diya’ created an ideal mood for spiritually aligning with the Supreme Being to seek Her blessings. ‘Saraswati Vandana’ was sung by students dressed in white suit and yellow stole. Members of the management, teachers and students offered flowers and paid obeisance to the ‘deity’. ‘Prasad’ anointed by ‘Goddess Saraswati’ was distributed. The auspicious festival, marked the end of winter and arrival of spring. Brilliance of nature and vibrancy of life was spiritedly ushered in that left the ‘Red Roses’ with optimism to achieve their set goals.

Republic Day Celebration 2019

Red Roses Public School, Saket celebrated the 7Oth Republic Day with usual fervor and zeal. The initially cloudy morning gradually gave way to sunshine and the students gathered jubilantly near the ‘Rang Manch’ to enjoy the festive occasion that was graced by Mrs. Renu Sharma, formerly Regional Director of Education, President of the school Trust, and Founder-Principal of the school Mrs. K. Nayyar. After unfurling the ‘Tiranga’ that rained down the colourful petals wrapped in it, Mrs. Renu Sharma exhorted the students to imbibe good values in order to become responsible citizens. Highly appreciative of the commitment of the school management in striving for betterment of the school, she saluted the teachers who shape students’ destiny.

Elevating the patriotic spirit were the painstakingly prepared cultural items that included a group song –‘Suraj badle, chanda badle’ by students of classes VI-VIII; recitation of ‘Watan ki aabroo’ by Diya Dibya Darshini of class VII & ‘Hum Bharat ke Veer Sipahi’ by Sakshi Tyagi, IX; mesmerizing dance performances on ‘Ae Watan, Mere Watan’ by budding roses of classes I& II and another one on ‘Koi desh na hona, mere India verga’ by tiny tots of Pre-Primary wing. Encompassing all religious beliefs, tiny ‘Roses’ of Pre to Primary school highlighted the idea of secular identity of the country through the enactment of a skit prepared by their faculty. Odissi folk dance ‘Raserkeli’ by girls of classes VI-VIII in colourful costume enthralled the audience. The Preamble of Indian Constitution was read out by Jr. Head Boy Varun Tariyal and repeated by the assembly. A speech on Republic Day was presented by Shraddha Taneja of class XI.

Winners of zonal cultural activities and those conducted by Delhi Sanskrit Academy, Balwant Ray Mehta Vidya Bhawan and ‘Ignited Minds’ were awarded certificates and trophies. The assembly crooned ‘Saare Jahaan se Achha Hindustan Hamaara’ in unison before concluding with zealous singing of the National Anthem.

Annual Day 2017

Red Roses Public School, Saket celebrated its Annual Day on December 23-24, 2017 with a difference. Apart from the warm welcome given to the distinguished guests by the school band, customary lighting of the lamp to the accompaniment of shloka chanting and a completely entertaining cultural program, the highlight was a thought-provoking play 'Neev' presented on the news-making but alarming on-line game that led teenagers to suicidal tendencies.

The play began with the protagonist Sunil who achieves his dream of becoming a successful singer. On being asked about his struggle, he delves into his childhood where his agony due to child abuse in the cab, bullying in school and parent's disinterest and hostility in following his passion had led him to naively play the on-line devil game. Just before he readies himself to jump off from the building, his parents alerted by his attendant, are able to dissuade him from doing so. His parents regret their behavior and promise to help their son in realizing his dream.

The happy ending between Sunil and his parents also struck a chord with the full-house attendance, who responded to the positive message by applauding. It was quite evident that the message of investing time on our children as the most crucial determinant for their social, mental and intellectual development, had been driven home.

The program was interspersed with items that also gave the message of secularism as embodied in our Constitution. Spell-binding performance of classical dance depicting the 'Nav-Durga' as 'Mahishasur-mardini'; spiritually elevating 'Sufi' dance by classes VI to VIII; captivating performance by classes III-IV with graceful 'Mother Mary' with Jesus in her arms and children dancing merrily with 'Santas' to wish everyone a 'Merry Christmas'; energetic 'bhangra' to foot -tapping beats by students of classes IV-XI, apart from Love You Zindagi’ dance by students of classes Nursery to II; mesmerizing 'Jai Ho' performance by classes III to V and contemporary dance presentation on women empowerment by girl students of classes VI-IX enthralled the audience, altogether the performers totaling 700.

Principal Dr. Anuradha Mehta welcomed the guests and read out the Annual report. She highlighted the achievements of ex-students securing admission in professional colleges like IIT, MAMC, NSIT and DTU with special mention to Ojasvi Sharma- the child of a lesser God, who successfully made it to the Delhi College of Arts; aquatic champion Anurag Dagar whose accomplishments at national level led him to participate in Pacific International School Games at Adelaide, Australia; Avnee Rawat whose exploits in CBSE athletics won her First ever position at national level in 1500m and bronze in 800m. She mentioned not only the 57 various awards and scholarships conferred on the all-rounder students, and to achievers of highest percentage and A1 grades in all the subjects, excellence in sports, exemplary behaviour, special achievement and 100% attendance, but also the award to teachers who had used innovative teaching methodology.

She also availed this opportunity to inform the parents about the latest upcoming centrally air-conditioned play school 'NEEV' at Chhattarpur which would become functional from the ensuing session.

The two-day celebration was graced by Dr. Nandini Sharma, South Delhi Municipal Councilor as Chief Guest and Special Invitees - Mr. Neeraj Kumar SHO, Saket Mr. Rajiv K. Sharma Advocate, Delhi High Court and Mrs. Ritu Bedi, Principal RRPS Palam Vihar on December 23; while Mrs. Renu Sharma, Regional Director of Education (West) as Chief Guest, Mr. Amal Sinha CEO BSES as Guest of Honour and Special invitees -, Mr. Arab Singh, DDE Zone 24 and Commandant CRPF Mr. Rakesh Kumar on the second day. Impressed with the ambience, Dr. Nandini said that it was like reliving her student life and recalled the dedication of Director Mrs. Nayyar who was once her teacher in school. Mrs. Renu Sharma praised the school for being on the right track and presenting wonderful shows year after year. Mr. Amal Sinha exhorted the students to imbibe values of honesty and integrity, spend time with elders and also give back to the society and their Alma Mater.

Independence Day and Janmashtami Celebration - 2017

Red Roses Public School, Saket was completely immersed in the shades of the tri-colour on the occasion of the twin celebration of the 71st Independence Day and Janmashtami festival. The school donned a vibrant look with orange, white and green balloons and streamers. With patriotic music playing in the background, students marched zealously for the assembly donning tricolour sashes. Unparalleled was the enthusiasm of the budding roses from classes I to V who looked absolutely stunning dressed in colourful attire as little �Radhas� and �Krishnas` adding intensity to the festivity of Janmshtami.

Flag hoisting was followed by the inspiring address of Principal Dr. Anuradha Mehta. She asked the students to take an oath to save the honour of our country and exhorted them to build an educated, empowered, corruption and casteism free, healthy, clean and green India.

An entertaining cultural program comprising of melodiously sung �Tum samay ki rait par chhodte chalo nishan� by students of classes VIVIII; speeches on Independence Day by Parvez Ahmed XC and Akshita Goyal, Pre-primary B and on Janmasthami by �Dhruv Arya�VB ; mesmerizing dance performances on �Vande Matram� by Pre-primary students, �Rang de Basanti� by students of classes I & II, a fascinating presentation of �Hathi ghoda palki, Jai Kanhaiya Lal ki� displaying Krishna -Leela by students of class V, captivating performance by Pre-primary group on �Raat Shyam Sapne Me Aaye� continued to enthral the audience.

�Hum Fouji iss desh ki dhadkan hain� by class X with the accompaniment of band adding to the zeal and a gripping dance performance on a medley of patriotic songs by the talented girls of class X was icing on the cake. �Jhankis� of Krishna leela were also put up in the Basketball court that displayed his birth, upbringing at Nand gaon, raas with Gopis, killing of �Kalia� and Kans etc.

The occasion was graced by the President of the Trust Mr. S.K. Nayyar and Founder - Principal and Director of the school, Mrs. Nayyar. They appreciated the program and the effort of the students and teachers in presenting an amazing plethora of well-prepared items in a beautifully decorated arena, at the initiative of Principal Dr. Anuradha Mehta.