Family Jamboree Begins for the Session 2024/25

Family Jamboree Begins for the Session 2024/25

Date: Aug 15th, 2024

The much-anticipated Family Jamboree, an annual cultural celebration for Grade X families, was held at Buddha Hall on August 2. The event opened with an energetic Nepali Mash Up song (Folk Pop), followed by the esteemed Patron of DAV School, Shree Anil Kedia, who lit the ceremonial lamp and led the gathering in the National Anthem. After the formalities, students dazzled the audience with a variety of performances, including contemporary dance, African dance, a Hindi Mash Up song, and a thought-provoking mime act titled "The Threat of Technology: Back to Nature." The program also showcased classical dance forms such as Katthak, Bharatnatyam, and Odissi, along with a Nepali cultural dance, an English song, and an exuberant Mash Up dance that blended Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, and Tamil styles. Additionally, a fun game competition for parents was organized by the Grade X teachers' team, with winners celebrated immediately following the event. In his address, DAV Chairperson Shree Anil Kedia commended the students for their sincere dedication and acknowledged the supportive guidance of the Senior School Co-ordinator Mr. Tank Meghji Devji that made the event a grand success. He expressed his pride in witnessing the students' growth in discipline, culture, and moral values at DAV School. In a special emphasis, the Chairperson underscored the critical role of competitive examinations and urged students to capitalize on the numerous competitive opportunities that exist. Drawing from his extensive experience of more than thirty years in education, he observed deterioration in fundamental human values, particularly the importance of listening to parents and following their guidance. Alongside this, he provided essential parenting advice and played a pivotal role in promoting a culture of gratitude at their home. The family jamboree serves as a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity, showcasing students' talents through various forms of performing arts, including dance, song, and drama. It provides an opportunity for students to connect with their cultural heritage while gaining insights into global cultures. Family Jamboree in fact is the brainchild of the Principal Dr. Bhubaneswari Rao that offers a platform to students to cultivate valuable performing arts skills that will enrich their lives. The event was attended by the Vice-Principal, CAO, SSO, Wing Coordinators, and Heads of Departments. The program was expertly moderated by Mr. Shovan Bhandari and Ms. Dikshya Koirala, with Ms. Shashilta Rai delivering the welcome address. Mr. Binod Piya coordinated the parents' game competition, and Ms. Aarti Sharma concluded the event with a vote of thanks. In summary, the Family Jamboree for Grade X was a tremendous success, leaving parents beaming with pride as they witnessed their children's extraordinary talents. The students, likewise, cherished the chance to display their talents to their families and the community.