School Updates- Independence Day Celebrations

SHARAVATHI SCHOOL UPDATE

The 66^th Independence day of our country was marked with celebration and festivity at the Sharavathi Kannada Higher Primary School. The programme began with assemble of the students and marching which was followed by the flag hoisting and singing of the National Anthem.

All the students from the school between classes 1-10 participated in various cultural programmes highlighting different aspects of Indian culture. The themes varied from freedom struggle and patriotism, to the glorious culture of India and its stress on human values.

Each class had prepared 2 items in the form of a skit/ dance/ drama/ musical recital/ speech. The children were dressed in colourful attires and performed with great rhythm. The teachers of the school had paid special attention in training the children for this day and it was the outcome of this dedicated effort that the programme exceeded all expectations.
The function was attended by many dignitaries and guests from Lions Club of Jayanagar and the members of Sai Krushna Charitable Trust. Pictures of the programme may be seen below and will also be available in the gallery section of the website in greater detail.

Scholarship for an alumnus to pursue higher studies: One of the students of the school, Mr Sathish who passed out of the 10^th grade of the school last year was also give a merit cum means scholarship of Rs 1700/- only to pursue an ITI Technical training course in the nearby government college. Sathish has been a rank holder throughout his high school and was about to enter construction profession after the 10^th grade to support his family. His family had been struggling financially after his father had left them and it was up to Sathish , his brother and sister to help their mother who makes an income by selling flowers. Considering the financial constraints and the keen interest and potential of Sathish, a decision was taken by Sai Krushna Charitable Trust to provide a scholarship for his future education

The Independence day function concluded with a tree plantation (Van Mahotsav) programme. The children of the school planted various kinds of trees like Neem, drumstick and some fruit bearing trees along the boundary of Sai krushna Mandir site. The trees were also protected with bushes and thorny plants to keep animals away. The children have been regularly watering the plants and tending them with care.