August 2026 - Akhilesh Das Gupta School

24/08/2026

VEGETABLE VENDOR

A Vegetable Vendor Activity was conducted at Akhilesh Das Gupta School on 24th August 2026 for students from Nursery to Grade II.The activity gave students an opportunity to learn about different vegetables through an engaging role-play of a vegetable market. Students enjoyed taking turns as vegetable vendors and customers while learning the names, colours, shapes and uses of different vegetables.The activity also helped students understand the concept of money. They practised identifying coins and notes, understanding their denominations, and using money while buying and selling vegetables.The activity enhanced students’ communication skills, social interaction, confidence, basic mathematical skills and financial awareness. It also promoted experiential learning and helped children connect classroom concepts with real-life situations.The students participated enthusiastically and thoroughly enjoyed the activity. Overall, the Vegetable Vendor Activity was an interactive, meaningful and enjoyable learning experience for all the young learners.

22/08/2026

PLANETARIUM Visit

On Saturday, 22nd August, students of Akhilesh Das Gupta School from Grades 1 to 8 went on an exciting and educational visit to the Planetarium. Accompanied by their teachers, the students travelled safely to the venue by school buses. Upon reaching the Planetarium, the students explored a fascinating display of satellites, rockets, and spacecraft that have contributed to space exploration and scientific discoveries. They learned about the remarkable achievements of scientists and astronauts and gained a better understanding of how space missions have helped us explore the universe. The highlight of the visit was an engaging planetarium show, which took the students on an exciting journey through space and time. They learnt about various constellations, planets, and the Big Bang Theory, while the immersive presentation helped them visualise the vastness of the universe. The students also enjoyed an informative segment on dinosaurs,exploring their existence and disappearance from Earth. The students were fascinated to learn about India’s journey in space exploration and the various destinations and discoveries associated with these missions. The visit was a wonderful blend of learning, exploration and curiosity. It provided students with an opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world scientific discoveries and inspired them to develop a deeper interest in space, science and exploration. The enthusiastic participation of the students made the visit both memorable and enriching.

20/08/2026

TALES OF WONDER – Story Telling Competition

A Story Telling Competition was organized for the students from Nursery to Grade 2 at Akhilesh Das Gupta School. The competition was conducted in two rounds, with the First Round held on 18th August 2026 and the Second Round held on 20th August 2026. The objective was to provide students with a platform to develop their communication skills, confidence, creativity, expression, and storytelling abilities.The programme commenced with a formal welcome of the judges and the Principal.The young storytellers enthusiastically participated in the competition and presented stories based on the themes of Panchatantra and Aespo’s Fables. The students narrated their stories with confidence and expressive voice modulation. Their performances reflected commendable preparation, creativity, enthusiasm, and stage presence.The judges appreciated the sincere efforts and confident performances of all the participants. Each child was encouraged and applauded for their storytelling skills, expressive presentation, and active participation. The competition provided a valuable opportunity for the students to enhance their communication skills, listening and speaking abilities, self-confidence, and overall personality development.The participants were felicitated with certificates by the judges and the Principal Ma’am in recognition of their enthusiastic participation and commendable performances.The event concluded on a cheerful note, leaving the young learners motivated and encouraged to participate in more such activities.

19/08/2026

WORLD PHOTOGRAPHY DAY

Akhilesh Das Gupta School celebrated World Photography Day on 19 August 2026 with a vibrant and thought-provoking photography activity for students from Nursery to Grade 8. The celebration provided young learners with a creative platform to capture, express and share their unique perspectives through the lens.To make the activity engaging and age-appropriate, different themes were assigned class wise. Every student brought a photograph based on the given theme and shared the experience behind the photograph, the reason for choosing it, and the story or thought associated with it. Students enthusiastically spoke about their photographs, turning the activity into an opportunity for self-expression and visual storytelling.The activity helped students develop observation skills, creativity, communication skills, confidence and the ability to express ideas through visual narratives. It also encouraged them to look at their surroundings more thoughtfully and appreciate the beauty and significance of everyday moments.The thoughtfully captured photographs were displayed as an exhibition, offering a colourful and meaningful showcase of the students’ creativity and perspectives. The activity witnessed enthusiastic participation across all grades and created an enriching learning experience.Principal Ms Anjana Swami appreciated the students’ enthusiastic participation and creativity. She encouraged the students to continue observing their surroundings with curiosity and finding creative ways to express their thoughts and experiences. The celebration successfully transformed photography into a meaningful learning experience, combining creativity, observation, communication and self-expression.

15/08/2026

INDEPENDENCE DAY 2026

On 15 August 2026, Akhilesh Das Gupta School celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India with great pride and patriotic fervor. The celebration commenced with the flag-hoisting ceremony by the Principal, Ms. Anjana Swami, followed by the National Song and the National Anthem.The programme began with a patriotic Hindi poem, followed by a melodious patriotic song and an inspiring English speech highlighting the significance of Independence Day and the values of freedom, unity and patriotism.The celebration continued with an impressive pyramid display, where students showcased their strength, coordination and teamwork through different formations. The Foundation Group presented a vibrant cultural performance showcasing various traditional dance forms from different states of India, celebrating the country’s rich cultural heritage and the spirit of unity in diversity.This was followed by a melodious English song performed by the students of Grades 1 and 2. Principal Ms Anjana Swami then addressed the gathering with an inspiring speech on the occasion of Independence Day, emphasising the importance of patriotism, responsibility and contributing positively to the nation.The students then presented a thought-provoking skit titled “Women – The Pride of India”, celebrating the strength, achievements and contributions of Indian women. The event concluded on a high note with an energetic and captivating dance performance by the students of Grades 3 to 8, bringing the Independence Day celebrations to a memorable close.

08/08/2026

“Mann Ki Baat to the Prime Minister” – ESSAY WRITING ACTIVITY

A “Mann Ki Baat to the Prime Minister” essay-writing activity was conducted for students of Grades III–VIII on 8 August 2026 in their respective classrooms. Students expressed their ideas, concerns, and aspirations through creative and meaningful essays addressed to the Hon’ble Prime Minister. The activity encouraged independent thinking, creativity, and effective written expression among the students.

03/08/2026

SPLASH POOL DAY

Our school enthusiastically celebrated Splash Pool Day on 3^RD AUGUST for the students of Nursery to UKG during school hours. The event was organized to provide children with a fun-filled and refreshing experience while encouraging physical activity, confidence, and social interaction. The tiny tots arrived in colorful swimwear and eagerly participated in various water games and splash activities under the careful supervision of teachers and support staff. The children enjoyed playing in the splash pools, played with floating toys , balls and water tubes ,and enjoyed spraying water on one another that filled the atmosphere with laughter and excitement. All necessary safety measures and hygiene standards were maintained throughout the event.Splash Pool Day proved to be a memorable experience for the young learners. It helped them develop coordination, teamwork, and self-confidence while creating joyful memories with their friends. The event concluded with happy smiles on every child’s face, making it a grand success. The pool day was a great success as it helped children bond and also prepared them for upcoming pool party in august .