The need to protect the earth is increasing everyday. To spread awareness for the same, Carmel convent celebrated “earth day” on the 21st of April. Students of all classes took part enthusiastically and hoped to protect mother earth.
Tiny tots of class 1 and 2 had a general discussion on ways to save the earth. Class 3rd students planted a few saplings and learned how to recycle paper and tins. Anya a student of third class said, “we learned how to recycle paper , tins &, plastics bottles & not to cut down trees .” The students of 4th and 5th class took part in a rally and held vibrant and appealing charts and banners and walked around the school premises. The passerby’s stopped to have a good look at this little marvel and it turned out to be quite a success.Rehmat a student of class 6th commented,”we enjoyed reciting and writing slogans.I would like to spread the message,that – don’t destroy your nature recklessly because she loves you selflessly.”Class 7th conducted plays and dramas,depicting the increase in problems related to our earth.Class 8 students used paintbrushes and sketch pens as weapons and competed in a poster making competition. ONE OF THE SUPERVISORS, ANU MA’AM SAID,“THESE KIND OF ACTIVITIES ARE VERY IMPORTANT TO INCULCATE THE LOVE FOR MOTHER EARTH In THE CHILDREN . IT ALSO BRINGS OUT THEIR TALENTS.THE GIRLS’ CREATIONS REMIND US THAT WE ALL SHARE THE SAME PLANET AND SHARING EARTH MEANS TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR WHAT WE USE AND HOW WE USE IT.”Students of class 9 had conducted a survey last week of the plants, flowers, trees of Carmel. They had covered the entire green belt of the school. The survey included the uses, age, location and special features of the plants. The information collected was displayed beautifully. According to Manju Ma’am (class teacher of 9th A) “I am really happy that children have made a sample for others in conserving the beautiful nature. They have really put in lots of hard work and it’s really good to see them working so enthusiastically.”Class 10 marked the day by making paper bags, made of recycled paper, painted t-shirts, made bookmarks and exhibited posters.Riya,a student of class 10 said,”we had a lot of fun making posters. All the students initiated to go home and plant a tree.”
Students have the biggest stake in environmental protection. They are strong medium to disseminate environmental knowledge and concepts to the largest possible audience. Carmel’s earth day celebrations had it’s own grace and beauty and the students successfully spread the message.Remember, ' IT’S YOUR MOTHER CALLING.DON’T KEEP HER ON HOLD...!'
