Children’s Day Celebration at National Higher Primary School, Hanehalli

By Suma Teacher
Bellevision Media Network

Udupi: The National Higher Primary School in Hanehalli celebrated Children’s Day on the 14th of November, 2024, with great enthusiasm and joy. The event was organized to honour the birth anniversary of Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru, a day dedicated to children across India. The entire school premises were decorated with balloons, posters, and flowers to mark the special occasion.

 

The day long activities, games and other competitions come to a close with concluding ceremony held in the National PU Auditorium, at 2.30 pm, began with prayer led by Class VI & VII Students. Ms Sanvi in her well prepared speech paid rich tribute to Pundit Nehru, which highlighted on his love for children and his contributions to the nation.  

 

Head Master Mr Uday Kumar Shetty, in his welcoming address, appreciated the efforts of the teachers, staff, and students for making the day a grand success. He specially remembered all the generous donors M/s Shettigar Industries and perennial support from the management ‘The Barkur Educational Society’ and The Old Students, parents and well-wishers and profusely thanked all of them.

 

The Chief Guest of the colourful event Principal Prof U Kottraswamy distributed prizes to the winners and conveyed his best wishes on this occasion. As many as 120 gifts in the various competitions held in storytelling, singing, essay writings, drawing and painting, Sports events and cultural performances, were generously sponsored by Mr Srinivasa Shettigar, the Correspondent of the School. 

Administrator Coordinator of the National Group of Educational Institutions, Mr P Archibald Furtado in his presidential address, appreciated the hard work of headmaster Mr Udaya Kumar Shetty and his cohesive team of all the teachers in organising various activities along with academic responsibilities. In his inspiring speech emphasizing the importance of education, dreams, and aspirations in children’s lives, he recalled the vision of first Prime Minister of Independent India Pundit Nehru, who always known for his encouraging words to children around him - ‘tomorrow is yours’. 

 

The teachers and staff made a special effort to ensure that the children enjoyed their day. They distributed Ice Cream, sweets, snacks, and small gifts as tokens of appreciation and love for the students. The students expressed their gratitude and joy for the memorable celebration.

 

The event was beautifully compeered by Teacher Shailaja and concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Teacher Navyashree, as It was indeed a delightful celebration that left the children with smiles and beautiful memories.