Bag Free Day

Ahlcon International School, Secondary Stage organized Bag Free Day on May 10, 2024 for the students of Class IX. It was aligned with the objectives outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP). The initiative aimed to foster a lighter and more dynamic school day experience, emphasizing holistic and flexible learning environments.

Students were involved in multi-disciplinary activities designed by the departments of Science, Mathematics, and Social Science for the entire day.

The day commenced with the differential learning activities where students moved to different venues for performing arts of their choice and did art-integrated activities of their choice. The activities varied from coconut art to dancing on folk dances of various regions. Later, the Mathematics department took the students to the auditorium, where students learned the concepts of Mathematics with the amalgamation of sports.

Physics, Chemistry, and Biology departments integrated sports and performing arts to design their lessons with an emphasis on experiential and activity-based learning. All the activities were aligned with the NEP’s focus on a more holistic and engaging pedagogy. The day concluded with the idea of developing physical strength and focusing on mental well-being. Students were taken to the basketball court and Yoga Room for the games related to physical fitness reflex action and meditation. Principal, Mr. Sanjay Yadav, Vice Principal, Mr. Puneet Duggal, and Head Secondary Stage, Dr. Ekta Kandhari Ratra appreciated the teachers for the great activity and motivated the students.

The day was a successful implementation of student-centric practices in line with the vision of the National Education Policy, highlighting the importance of adapting educational practices to better serve the needs and welfare of students.