AKSHAY URJA DIWAS –AUGUST 2020

The Class IX students participated in Akshay Urja Diwas -Inter School poster-making competition by sending their entries of posters under the guidance of the Science teacher Ms. Jaspreet Sandha.

ART INTEGRATION AS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE SCHOOL CURRICULUM

ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION FROM POLLUTION AND WASTE MANAGEMENT

To enforce creativity in the minds of the learners, Art integration moves hand in hand with all other subjects. The art integration teacher Ms. Gagndeep Kaur apprised learners of the environment protection, its degradation from pollution and waste management. In this session, the learners were able to show their creativity by managing waste properly. One of the creative contributions was of Jhanvy of Class IX D who used pencil shavings to exhibit her creativity.

21^st July 2020, CBSE EXPRESSION SERIES PARTICIPATION FROM CLASSES 9 TO 10

KBDAV 7 Celebrates Water Week: Volturnalia: An Odyssey To Save Water 20^th July -25^th July 2020

Among the topmost priorities with KBDAV Senior Secondary School, Sector 7B, Chandigarh, water conservation has always taken the lead, owing to the water crisis that we witness around the world these days. KBDAV-7 has never lagged behind in creating awareness among its students to preserve water for future use, and to spread the message far and wide. The week from 20 July 2020- 25 July 2020 was dedicated to celebrating Water Week at the school for class VIII learners. A series of competitions took place from Monday to Saturday to bring home the fact that survival on this planet is impossible without water.

Cadence Competition- A competition to test the musical skills of the learners and create the best jingle, for the enthusiastic performance from the young minds was also held.

The evil of wastage of water masquerades itself behind the faces of those careless people who allow water to run freely and uselessly. Keeping this in view a mask-making competition was organized on the second day (21/07/2020) and this also received an overwhelming response from the learners who created myriads of masks and impressed everyone with their creativity.

Event 3 of the Water Week tested the innovative skills along with the skills of oration and expression among the learners. 'Walk the Talk' was the name of the competition that brought out the tech-savvy selves of the students who created videos to spread the ever-important message of conserving water.

E–savvy students designed some very beautiful E-logos on 23 July which further strengthened their resolve not to let go of the issue of water conservation down the drain. Their imaginative and aesthetic prowesses won appreciation from everyone.

If one has to explore the dormant journalistic qualities in someone, then age stands no bar for this quality. The creation of stories, poems, articles, puzzles, comic strips, and much more by the class VIII learners on July 25, 2020, for the E-Journal competition proved this fact right. Some of the creations on this day were actually nail-biting and awe-inspiring.

What better way to conclude the Water Week than to hold a brain testing and mind-blowing quiz asking learners to rub their quizzical senses and answer some of the burning questions on the issue of water shortage and its wastage prevention. The class VIII learners did not fight shy of surprising even in this concluding competition of the week. We have the artists, the quizzers, the journalists and the speakers among these budding students. In nutshell, KBDAV 7 was successful in preparing an army of water saviours with this week-long practice of instilling the best water habits among its students and of speaking loud the message to the society around.

Winners of the competitions are:

DAY 5 -24^th  July 2020 “ Imagination is the beginning of creation- Creativity at its best at KBDAV 7”

The objective Of KBDAV-7 is to offer better opportunities and platforms for students to achieve the finesse over the language. Keeping in mind these facts, an E-Journal competition was organized on 25 July 2020 on the theme ‘Save Water’ for the learners of Class VIII. Learners turned out to be great writers, poets, poetesses and painters as they expressed themselves with clarity and precision. They came up with compelling coherent short stories/poems, articles, puzzles, comic strips containing well-organized features, characters, dialogues and climax. The comic strips seemed to reveal the whole gamut of human emotions. Moreover, the competition sent a message across to the students that everything they feel or say about a theme is worthwhile, thus favouring self-expression. Indeed their thoughts and feelings were bolstered by their skill. The judgment rubrics were presentation, Heading of the journal, content, and creativity. Winners of the competition are:

1. RAYAN Group, Falak Group

2.Nero Newsline SAVPSSS Group,  Aqua Gazzette

3. Paras Negi

LINK FOR E-JOURNALS

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-KLKu0wh38yr3ViMfdq6WNzPVCiB6Hn3?usp=sharing

DAY 4 -23^rd July 2020 An overwhelming splash of colour & creativity at KBDAV 7

Happiness comes from creative efforts. Creativity is simply connecting new dots in new ways. To showcase the enlivened fanciful talent and creativity of the students, KBDAV-7 organized a Designing of E- LOGO Competition on 23 July as a part of water week celebrations.  The students took part with great exuberance and enthusiasm. The participants gave vent to their imagination and aesthetic exploration and created enthralling E Logos.  The main thrust of the competition was towards stirring the imagination and providing a pedestal for innovation, exploration and aesthetics. The young participants spun magic which pulled the strings in the heart, mind and soul of the judges. The Assessment Rubrics for the E-Logo competition were Visual Appeal, Quality Of Design, Creativity and Adherence to the concept.

Winners Of The Competition Are:

1. Yuvraj Arora

2. Chitraksh

3. Kiran Verma

Link FOR PHOTOS :

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UKBJQGS9_LZvzwXhGMFRiyxkddEV_kJx?usp=sharing

 KBDAV 7 goes virtual- Holds Walk the Talk Competition to celebrate Water Week

REPORT OF DAY 3 -22^nd July 2020

Event 3 of Water Week was an innovative and enriching experience packed with educative, informative and fun-loaded activity – Walk the Talk. KBDAV 7 always believes in making their students well-rounded personalities. Leaving no stone unturned for the same, a ‘Walk the Talk’ Competition was organized in which the tech-savvy students of Class VIII made videos reflecting their initiative to conserve water at the individual level. The dynamic, young, energetic, eloquent and persuasive orators mesmerized the judges with their vibrant oratory skills. They displayed confidence, enthusiasm and awareness.  This competition served as an ideal platform for the students to showcase their creative potentialities. The students were judged on the basis of Innovation, Body language and Expression, Oratory Skills and Accuracy of the information presented. Niharika of VIII B clinched the first position and Siya Seth of VIII D was placed at the second position. Videos made were no less than any artistic splendour. The competition ended on a positive note amidst fun, frolic and ecstasy.  

The link for all the videos of this event is

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12j_1Dlx6Pq-HxvKHGqd3ZEdGVaGrAgnN?usp=sharing

Creativity Of Young Maestros At Display

 DAY 2  21^st July Masquerading Journey Of Class VIII

Event 2- Mask making of the Water Week was another day full of fun-packed extravaganza. KBDAVians create with passion and impress with their art.  A Mask-making competition was organized for class VIII learners to hone the creative calibre of the students and provide a vent to their innovative minds. The artistic skills of the learners left an indelible impression on the judges. The colorful masks made by the students based on the theme “Save Water” were a vivid reflection of their immense potential.  The judgment rubrics were creativity, detailing of the design, Overall Impact, relevance to the theme.

Sanvi Verma of VIII C bagged the first position,

Amrit Kaur Of VIII D bagged the second position and the

The third position is bagged by Alfia Of VIII E. Well Done!!

Link for all pictures:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SYUaQW5LIFhLaHVLmfQalIFqr8WYFrlc?usp=sharing

VOLTURNALIA: AN ODYSSEY TO SAVE WATER   20^th July 2020 Day 1 Results

Jingle bells! Jingle bells! Jingle all the way! Water Week is here! And KBDAV -7 has tightened its shoelaces to not only celebrate it but also spread the very important message of SAVE WATER, SAVE LIFE. And what better way to open the week than to have a CADENCE competition- a competition to test the musical skills of class VIII learners to create the best jingle that takes the “water-flow”, and reaches out far and wide.

In this competition, eight participants put forth their enthralling performances to adjudge. The mellifluous jingles pulled the heartstrings of the judges. The synchronization of the melodious voices and the music was heartwarming. All the young maestros sang to their level best.

The judges announced the result based on the originality, creativity, organization and effectiveness in reaching the audience. Niharika of VIII B bagged the first position. Paras of VIII C and MPRR team of VIII –D bagged second position and Maitreya of VIII C and Sanvi bagged the third position. Congratulations to the winners!!!

Link for videos:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OrlM9QvkVFBAKdJXM4K73oRjT8KfVZgG?usp=sharing

This Festival for Water Conservation will take entries from the hub of learning schools from 20^th July 2020 to 25^th July 2020. The glimpse of activities to be conducted during this WATER CONSERVATION WEEK for Class VIII Learners are as follows:

18^th JULY 2020 PARTICIPATION OF TANVI SINGAL IN ONLINE DISCUSSION ON

‘GIVING VOICE TO THE SPEECHLESS-THE GREENS ON EARTH’

Tanvi Singal of 10 B participated in an online group discussion conducted by ML KHANNA DAV PUBLIC SCHOOL SECTOR-VI DWARKA NEW DELHI on the topic ‘GIVING VOICE TO THE SPEECHLESS-THE GREENS ON EARTH’ conducted under the celebration of Vanmahotsav.

15^th July  Launch Of Water Conservation Week For Class VIII  Schools For Hub Of Learning Volturnalia: An Odyssey To Save Water.

8^th July 2020 Mandeep Sahu Of Class 9A participated in Ganga  Quest Ganga Quiz- 'Namami Gange' in the month of April. She received a certificate of Merit. All over India, only 100 participants received the Merit Certificates and she is one of them.

12^th June Prachi Verma Of Class IX received a Consolation Certificate for Online Quiz Competition organized on the World Environment Day 2020

5^th June 2020  ENVIRONMENT DAY QUIZ

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY is a campaign celebrated every year on the 5^th of June to solve environmental issues by implementing new and effective plans in order to make the environment safe, secure and healthy for a better future.

To commemorate this day and spread awareness among the public, ENVIS CHANDIGARH organized a QUIZ COMPETITION for school students on 5^th June 2020.

In keeping with what KBDAV has always done, the learners from Classes VIII-X of our school enthusiastically participated in Environment Day Quiz.

The quiz was conducted online on 5^th June 2020 at 12:00 noon. The quiz consisted of 30 objective-type questions for a duration of 17 minutes. Overall 116 learners from Classes VIII-X of our school participated in this quiz. 6 STUDENTS of our school got the merit certificates.

KBDAVians will always be ready to give the support that will be made to keep the environment healthy.

5^th June 2020  KBDAV-7 CELEBRATED BIODIVERSITY

UPHOLD YOUR CONSTITUTION – PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Mega participation of more than 1100 students followed in a series of events like face-painting, poster-making competition, poetry recitation, speech contests and even enacted in online plays.

World Environment Day is the opportunity for everyone to realize the responsibility to care for Earth and to become agents of change.

116 Students of Classes 8th to 10th participated in the Online Quiz Competition, organized by Environmental Information System, Chandigarh. The participants gauged their knowledge and understanding of ‘Biodiversity’.

Hon’ble Additional District and Sessions Judge, Sh. Mahavir Singh Ahlawat conducted an Interactive Session for 68 students of Class 11th and teachers. They were formally welcomed by the Principal of the School, Mrs. Pooja Prakash.

In his enriching session, he emphasized on the fact that students are future leaders and need to be dutiful and committed to society. The speaker of the day talked on topics ranging from the Constitution of India, Duties towards the environment, Bio-diversity to the current threat of COVID-19. Expressing his concerns, he said that there is no doubt that COVID-19 has given a big challenge to Medical Sciences but at the same time it has proven to be a ‘Blessing in Disguise’ as the real beauty of Nature could be seen during this period.

He specially asked the members of the Legal Literacy Club to spread information about Legal Aid Programmes and to make Justice accessible to all. He also shared Helpline numbers in case any legal aid is required and made the audience aware of the working of State Legal Services Authority.

Information was also shared about the Legal Assistance provided to Females, Disabled, Jail inmates, Disaster Victims, the Public Utility Services and how to get the benefit of these services.

Issues of Drug Abuse, Violence, Direct or Indirect involvement in the crime were addressed. In an Interactive Session, Tanveer Kaur and Nishtha Kalia of Class 11th recited poems expressing their concerns for the environment. Anushka Gautam and Nishtha Kalia raised queries asking “Should Lockdown be made a regular practice for improving the environment?”

The School feels that these initiatives create consciousness in Community and empower learners to become active agents in promoting the cause of the environment.

KB DAV Celebrates World Environment Day 2020

31^st MAY 2020, "My Entry -Online Poetry Contest Wed 2020"

To save and protect our environment from the different environmental challenges the world is facing today, the learners of KB DAV-7 participated in an Online Inter-School Poster, Poetry and Refurbished Art Contest. It was Organised by Yuvsatta-NGO, along with the  Department of Environment, Chandigarh Administration. A platform was provided to the students to give wings to their ‘Words’ and ‘Colours’

to express their concerns for promoting the dimensions of Environmental Sustainable Development Goals through their creations in the form of poems and posters. Following students participated in the competition:

The participants were appreciated for their exemplary efforts. The winners of the contest are to be announced after the present lockdown.

24^th APRIL to 28^th APRIL STRESS BURSTING ACTIVITIES BY CONNECTING WITH NATURE

Teachers started guiding learners of Classes VIII to X that at this time of Lockdown during COVID-19 they should think of giving back to Nature and they should start thinking of their mother by making and sharing crispy recipes. Teachers shared videos with the learners for the same.

22^nd APRIL 2020, EARTH DAY CELEBRATIONS:

Rebooting the Earth on Earth Day

In its Drive ‘Taking Earth Back Home’, KB DAV-7 celebrates 50^th Earth Day unlocking the potential of the learners by conducting thought-provoking competitions. The competitions were held for the students of classes VIII, IX & X in order to unlock their potentials by keeping them productively engaged during the lockdown. Through these competitions not only wings were given to their imagination but their hidden talents were also given exposure. This year a spade of activities were organized online for the learners.

The students of Class VIII Participated in a Poetry Writing Competition ‘Evoke the Poet Within’. As many as 14 students tried their hand as a poet. They expressed themselves creatively on sensitive topics like ‘Corona Virus Pandemic; Makes Nature Dynamic’, ‘Corona Mahamari Ki Prakriti Bani Aabhari’.  The Self-created poems of the students were judged for their Originality, Imagination and Relevance with the Topic.

‘Capture the Nature’ was the competition designed for Class IX students in which they were asked to randomly click the Blooming Flowers, Cloud Patterns and Birds in different Moods. These 70 Amateur Photographers seized captivating pictures of Nature staying indoors. The criteria for judging the entries were - Composition, Clarity and Moment captured.

Class X students showcased their talent by participating in a Cooking Competition ‘Let’s Be Vegan’. The Participants shared the recipes of mouth-watering dishes mentioning the Ingredients used, Calorie Content and their nutritional value. The dishes tickled the taste buds and were judged on the basis of their presentation, calorie content and nutritional value.

ECO CUM CYCLE CLUB PROMOTE GREEN ECONOMY
The school children are urged to focus on being humble, value time and simplicity and take active participation in cycle rallies, tree plantation drives, promote peace activities to spread the message of communal harmony and peace. Principal Madhu Bahl has continuously strived to inspire her protégés through interactions with leading Peace Activists like Smt. Tara Gandhi, Grand Daughter of the Mahatma Gandhi, Renowned Environmentalist Shri Sunder Lal Bahuguna Ji, American Gandhi Mr. Bernie Meyer, Sachin Tendulkar, Master Blaster, Chief Immigration Officer, US Embassy Mr. Paul Herman among a few.

CYCLE CLUB STARTS IN 2004
Principal Madhu Bahl also started the city’s first Cycle Club way back in 2004. She believes that “the harmonious relationships between Man and Nature should be re-established.” A spectrum of love, brotherhood and constructive competitiveness has come to the fore in the several International Peace Festivals co-hosted by the school. The children have been delighted by the amalgam of cultures across different boundaries. The Indo-Pak Friendship being the key, students delegates from USA, Philippines, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Ethiopia and several states of India have only furthered the understanding of cohesiveness among the young KBDAVians.

INITIATIVES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Date:10.12.2019

BIRDWATCHING AT SUKHNA LAKE BY KBDAV-7, CHANDIGARH

With the aim of raising awareness on wetlands and migratory birds, KBDAV-7, Chandigarh organised an educational trip for the students of Class VI at Regulatory End of Sukhna Lake in association with the Department of Forest and Wildlife, Chandigarh Administration and Yuvsatta Organisation. To bring youngsters closer to nature, Mr.Kulbhushan Kanwar, an Environmentalist explained to the students about migratory birds visiting from far-off places like the Himalayas, Siberia and China. As Sukhna Lake is an excellent wetland habitat for the avian and aquatic birds, the day was marked with Shram Dhan. Students saw many beautiful birds including Rudy Shelduck, Winged Stilts, Egrets, Eurasian Coot, Common Teal, Common Pochards, Purple and Grey Herons, etc.

Children learnt to appreciate diversity and team spirit as migratory birds come in various varieties, unimaginable colours, habits, nesting patterns, etc. Children were sensitised about the role of birds –as they provide critical links in the food chain and food webs that exist in nature.  Rohan, a class VI student remarked “I didn’t know that birds use a magnetic map to travel long distances”. It was a spectacular bird-watching day cum an experiential learning activity.

Date:24.10.2019

KBDAV – 7 SPREADS DIWALI CHEER WITH MESSAGE “SWACHH BHARAT KI SWASTH DIWALI’

To enhance the festive spirit and to create awareness and eradicate the evils prevailing in our society, a plethora of activities were conducted in the School premises on 24^th October 2019.

Honourable Mr. Sandeep Joshi, a famous and renowned Cartoonist from “The Tribune” was the Chief Guest on the occasion. He judged the various competitions and declared the winners.

Diwali Celebrations were mingled with the event “Confluence of Creative Art & Experiential Learning” in which five Schools namely Govt. Model High School, Sector 49-D, Chandigarh, Govt. Model High School-II, Dhanas, Govt. Model High School, Pocket 8, Manimajra,  Stepping Stones School, Sector 37-D, Chandigarh and the host School participated. The competitions conducted under this event were – Swatch Bharat Ki Hari Bhari Rangoli, Mehndi Competition on “ Swachh Bharat ki Swasth Diwali” and poster making on Anti Crackers and Eco-friendly Diwali. These competitions were held to inculcate among the students an interest in the traditional customs of India. Students of Classes 8^th and 9^th took their imagination and creativity to unmatched levels in the closely contested competitions.

The students of Class 9^th participated in the cooking competition “Nutritious Diwali”. It was conducted with a view to creating awareness about the nutritional value of food. The participants created very interesting dishes and presented them in an artistic way. Principal, Mrs. Pooja Prakash appreciated the efforts of the participants and the creative display which showcased the versatility of the young chefs.

Class X students took an initiative to create awareness among the students through “Nukkad Natak” and a Rally to boycott the bursting of crackers and celebrate eco-friendly, healthy, calorie-free and safe Diwali. The rally was flagged off by the Chief Guest, Sh. Sandeep Joshi and the Principal, Mrs. Pooja Prakash after the Oath taking ceremony. The students went from class to class propagating the inspirational message in an efficacious manner.

Winners of the competitions:-

Mehndi Competition

1.    Sangita, Prachi (IX Class)                               Govt Model High School, Manimajra

2.    Shweta & Kiran (IX Class)                              Govt. Model High School-II, Dhanas

3.    Jeevika Sharma & Mehak (VIII Class)            Stepping Stones School, Chandigarh

Rangoli Competition

1.    Suhana & Prabhdeep Kaur (X Class)             Stepping Stones School, Chandigarh

2.    Pooja & Rajni (IX Class)                                 Govt. Model High School-II, Dhanas

3.    Aarushi & Agriya (VIII Class)                          KBDAV Senior Secondary Public School

Poster Making Competition

1.    Manushree Dogra (X Class)                           KBDAV Senior Secondary Public School

2.    Manjog Sroay (X Class)                                  KBDAV Senior Secondary Public School

3.    Kajal (VIII Class)                                             Govt. Model High School, Sector 49    

Date:15.10.2019

‘PLASTIC IS DRASTIC’ Slogans raised by students of KBDAV-7 IN A RALLY

Class X students of KB DAV Senior Secondary Public School, Sector 7 took out a rally to create awareness among people of the surrounding areas, regarding the use of plastic bags. To promote the use of paper bags, they distributed paper bags made by them in the School, among the vendors of the area. The students also requested the vendors to create awareness among their customers regarding the use of jute/cloth bags. They educated people about the hazards of using plastic and disposal problems associated with it. Students raised slogans like “Teen India – Green India”, “Kill the devil plastic” etc. Their efforts were well received by the people which motivated the students to put in their efforts for the cause. Market Associates of Sector 7-B also admired the enterprise of the children. Also, a pledge was taken by them along with the School children in which they promised to build a “Non-Toxic India” and turn Mahatma Gandhi’s dream of “Clean India” into reality.

Date:05.10.2019

KBDAV-7 HOLDS PUNJABI POETRY & DECLAMATION ‘Nirogi Jeevan Ka Sahi Upchaar, Karo Plastic Ka Bahishkar’

In an effort to create awareness among students and discourage the use of plastic, KBDAV-7 organised “Punjabi Poetry Recitation” and “Declamation” competitions for Classes VIII to X. The theme of the competition was “No Use of Plastic”. Students came up with beautiful, self-composed poems, which were full of innovative ideas to counter the problem. They warned the masses of the threat posed by the menace of plastic and pressed upon the dire need to take immediate steps. They suggested promoting the use of bio-degradable material like jute, paper and cloth bags. They highlighted the ill effects of the use of plastic-like burning of plastic leads to emission of harmful gases, which affect our health adversely. They discussed how plastic is polluting water bodies. They also mentioned that the consumption of plastic by animals leads to choking and suffocation to death in them. Information laced with creativity mesmerised the audience and they could realise their responsibility. Rajveer Singh, Aryan Sharma and Vivek Sharma secured the first three positions respectively for the Declamation Contest. For the poetry competition, Shivansh stood first, Tanvir Kaur and Gaganpreet stood second and Amanpreet was declared third.

Date:28.09.2019

‘PAPER BAGS IN, PLASTIC OUT’

STUDENTS AUTHENTICATE THE MOTTO AT KB DAV-7

 KB DAV-7 gears up for a fight against single-use plastic on the call of the Prime Minister to scrap single-use plastic by 2022. The Art Club of the School enthusiastically demonstrated and taught the skill of making paper bags to the learners of Class 9^th, who prepared as many as 350 paper bags. Students pledged to create awareness and motivate their friends and people in their neighbourhood to use paper bags for gifting purposes, shopping and packaging and for daily use. The School believes that such initiatives shape up the young learners of today into responsible citizens.

For now, 350 bags shall be handed out to the poor vendors in and around Sector 7, to promote the use of paper bags.

Date:24.09.2019

Fancy Dress Competition with a Twist by Tiny Tots at KB DAV-7

Kindergarteners left an indelible imprint on the minds of the audience as they participated in the Fancy Dress competition with a Twist! The young learners of KB DAV Senior Secondary Public School, Sector 7-B, Chandigarh were dressed as agents of Cleaning. Gandhi Ji,  whose famous line ‘Cleanliness is next to Godliness’ was elucidated by Class KG dressed as a toothbrush, toothpaste, cleaning agents like Harpic, sanitisers like Dettol and Lifebuoy, comb, duster, garbage bin and broom to impress upon the utility of each, along with their need in our lives. Class Nursery sang a bhajan to commemorate Gandhi Jayanti.

Date:23.09.2019

KB DAV-7 OBSERVES ‘CAR FREE DAY’

The School joins hands with Chandigarh Traffic Police to observe ‘Car-Free Day’ on 23^rd September 2019. More than 600 ‘Car Free Day’ Stickers were claimed by the students and staff members for actively participating in the drive and making it a success. The motive of this drive was to make people realize that life is possible without dependence on cars, side by side leading to good health and peer bonding.

The Principal, Mrs. Pooja Prakash took an appreciable initiative coming to the School by bicycle. The staff members and students pooled the cars, came to the School on foot and rode bicycles, and the students used School transport so as to reduce the number of cars on the city roads.

Overall it was a great event, giving a message of good health through an active life-style to the city residents

Date:19.07.2019

KB DAV-7 SHAPES UP YOUNG WATER CONSERVATIONISTS

As an endeavor to generate awareness on Water Conservation; KBDAV-7 held an Assembly on the theme “Cutting Pani”, as a part of “ Jal Andolan”, under “Jal Shakti Abhiyan”.

The Assembly started with a TV Talk Show “Good Morning India”, where the Anchors discussed the Water Crisis in Punjab with the delegates on the panel.  The issues like excessive usage of fertilizers, pesticides, exploitation of underground water, and water stress due to water-intensive crops were addressed.

The Assembly also showcased a dance performance personifying ‘the Pain’ felt by water.  A rap song “Pani da Haal” on water scarcity not only left the audience spellbound but also forced them to devise out a solution to the problem.

On the occasion, a pledge was taken, which was followed by Badge Decoration Ceremony.  Principal, Mrs. Pooja Prakash along with School Representatives from CBSE’s Hub of Learning decorated the Water Monitors with the badges and instructed them to keep a check on students to avoid water wastage.  She also motivated the audience to use water judiciously.  The Assembly also introduced the students to the recent initiative undertaken by UT Administration, namely ‘Say No to One-Use Plastic’ and encouraged learners to use water bottles and avoid plastic bottles below 200 ml. 

The presence of the students from Guru Teg Bahadur Public School, Sector 15, Chandigarh; Govt. Model High School, Sector 49-D, Chandigarh; Govt. Model High School, RC-II, Dhanas, Chandigarh, along with their teachers was welcomed to be a beginning of Collaboration to Sensitize  Leaners towards important social issues.

Date:17.07.2019

Date:05.07.2019

KBDAV – 7 DIPS IN ‘GREEN’, PLANTS SAPLINGS, CREATES GREEN MODEL

If the average temperature of Earth is soaring, it is because of the dwindling number of trees. Tree plantation, therefore, assumes great importance the world over.

In observance of Van Mahotsava week, KBDAV Senior Secondary Public School, Sector 7-B planted various saplings on its campus today, 5 July, 2019. Around 50 NSS volunteers brought the saplings of various varieties like Rajni Gandha, Lemon Grass, Amla, Tulsi and Sada Bahaar. The herbal garden in the school was the first place that received many herbal saplings. The Principal of the school, Mrs. Pooja Prakash took the lead and planted the first sapling.  Mr. Shekhar Juneja, NSS Programme Officer and the Co-ordinators of the School also planted saplings in the other gardens. 

The learners from KG celebrated the day with great zeal and enthusiasm, beating all odds from the sweltering weather. It was an ideal opportunity to instill the value of social responsibility among them towards safeguarding trees and wildlife. The tiny tots came dressed in ‘green’. A few of them even spoke on the importance of ‘going green before green goes’. Rhymes based on Nature were also recited on the occasion. A model depicting the importance of saving the trees, and thereby Mother Earth was shown to the kids in their classroom. A craft activity on ‘Save Trees’ was also conducted in their class.

Date:07.05.2019

“MOCK DRILL” AT KBDAV-7, Chandigarh BY FIRE DEPARTMENT

The KBDAV-7, Chandigarh Disaster Management Team along with the executives from the Fire Department organized a “Mock Drill” for 2872 school students on 7th May 2019 (Tuesday), who successfully executed the Evacuation Route Plan and finished the Mock Drill in just 4 minutes and 58 seconds.

 An informative session on the live display of Fire Extinguishers was great fun for the students. All students were sensitized about the fire extinguishing tips.

 Such Mock Drills are the annual feature of the school and Evacuation Plan Drawings are displayed on the Notice Boards of the School at all strategic points.

Date: 22.04.2019

‘let mother earth breathe’ – EARTH DAY celebration at kbdav-7, Chandigarh

As Responsible Citizens of this planet, KBDAV-7, Chandigarh students came forward with a spate of activities to Save their Mother Earth to celebrate Earth Day on 22nd April 2019.

“April Month” also known as “Earth Month” was celebrated with full fervour to sensitize the learners towards environmental concerns.

To mark the occasion, an eye-opener skit ‘Dharti Tab or Ab’ was presented by School Theatre Group Students from Class VII. The skit highlighted the major concern of the deplorable state of our mother planet. We, the citizens of this planet must take urgent preventive measures if we want our future generations not to suffer. Classes VI and VII made colourful posters to show their concern.

The students of Class III depicted their concern towards Mother Earth by making fascinating models of Earth & Face masks. Children painted their faces like animals. Class IV learners enthusiastically prepared colourful Jute Bags pledging their efforts for the conservation of water. The learners from Class V made Eco-friendly Jewellery, made of Macroni, Vegetables. Waste Paper etc. 

Class X students participated in a ‘Quiz Competition’ on the themes Indian Heritage, Earth Day that included various interesting rounds as ‘Quizzical Karma’, ‘Double Trouble’, ‘Hidden Treasure’ & ‘Rapid Fire’. A PowerPoint Presentation Competition was held for the students of Class IX on the topic ‘Carbon Footprints’. The participants not only shared their views about the deteriorating condition of the Earth but also suggested ways to protect it. Class VIII students organized a “Green Walk” with placards in their hands exhibiting slogans, “Be Fair, Do Not Pollute Air”.

The students of XI and XII who well understand the gravity of the issue drew wonderful posters on the vulnerability of the only planet in the Universe that holds the capacity to sustain life. But this capacity has its limits. Man has to understand this before it gets too late. Each poster drawn was shouting out this urgency, sensitizing man to the need of the hour, leaving behind the message of ‘GREENER EARTH, SAFER LIFE'.

The students from all Classes made sincere and dedicated efforts to remain dutiful & show respect towards Nature. A pledge to Conserve Water and Save Mother Earth was taken by the teachers and students.  

17TH JANUARY 2019

" YASHRAJ OUTSHINES IN VIDYARTHI VIGYAN MANTHAN – STATE LEVEL CAMP "

Yashraj of Class VI is a wonder kid whose accomplishment has made the school beam with pride. Yashraj was among 4000 students who participated in a National Level Exam (Digital Mode Test) – Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan conducted by Vigyan Prasar on 25 November 2018 in the respective schools.

Nine students from KBDAV-7 – Yashraj, Rishab Rai (Class VI), Vishal, Prabhnoor, Dhruv Saini, Naman, Ekampreet (Class VII), Prateek Garg, Prashant (Class X) were among 125 students who qualified to appear for State Level Camp held in Chemistry Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh on 6 December 2018. The students were adjudged on the basis of the Pen-Paper Test, Audio-Visual Test, Practical Laboratory Test. 18 students were shortlisted for their remarkable performance and Yashraj was amongst them. He was awarded Prize money, a Memento and a Certificate. The students who participated in VVM have been a source of inspiration for the young aspirants who have a keen interest in the field of Sciences.

“NATURE-WALK”, AROUND THE CAMPUS – AS A PART OF 
ECO-CLUB ACTIVITY AT KBDAV-7, CHANDIGARH
Dated: 6th July 2015

As a part of the Eco-Club Activities, students of KBDAV-7, Chandigarh took active participation in the “Save Environment Drive” – On the Spot Poster Making Competition with mega participation of 3000 school students, Nature-Walk around the campus and Visit to 3 Rain-Water Harvesting Wells in the school were some of the Eco-Club activities held on 6th July 2015 to mark Environment Day Celebration.

The enthusiastic Environment savvy students of the junior school went for the “Nature-Walk” around the campus to study the plants, animals and their interdependence to maintain balance in nature. The students studied the Creepers, Shrubs, Trees, Bamboo plants, nature of coloured and fragrant flowers used for making perfumes and dyes. The main aim was to develop love, concern and care for the plants. Students showed deep interest and asked inquisitive questions regarding their lives. Students learnt how Squirrels help in growing a new plant by implanting seeds in the ground.

Another batch of students went for the practical study of 3 Rain-Harvesting Wells implanted in the school campus. In the tour, the students were told how the Rainwater collected is recycled and is used for raising the water level in the ground.

Apart from this, all 3000 students of the school participated in the On-the-spot Poster Making Competition where an enthusiastic response was seen amongst the participants. The best five students would be awarded certificates.

Such Save Environment activities are a part of the school curriculum where students participate in such eco-drives throughout the year.

April 27, 2013 World Earth Day ushers an Era of Responsibility

The school children show their versatility through colourful posters, models of the Earth and the globe made with Plaster of Paris at World Earth Day. Principal Mrs. Madhu Bahl commends their efforts while speaking on the need to change our attitude of dominance to one based on partnership.

August 31, 2013 Principal receives the Friends Environment Award 2013
Principal Mrs. Madhu Bahl is recognized for her role in inculcating Nature-friendly practices among her school children and adopting eco-friendly techniques on the school campus. She is the proud recipient of the Friends Environment Awards, sponsored by the Indian Council for Environment Education, O/o Arya Samaj Building, Sector 7-B, Chandigarh. She receives the award at the august hands of Dr. D.R. Yadava and Dr. Vikas Kohli at DAV Public School, Sector 8, Panchkula.

December 15, 2011 Road safety & Traffic awareness drive 

1500 Students of KBDAV-7 took a pledge to obey Traffic Rules during the “Road Safety & Traffic Awareness” programme. DIG Police Headquarters and Traffic, Chandigarh, Shri Alok Kumar presided as the Chief Guest and laid stress on the need to adopt safe-driving methods to avoid road accidents. DSP Traffic, Shri Vijay Kumar conducted an interactive session with students.

September 29, 2011 Green Economy – An Environment Awareness Drive   

KBDAV Peace Club and Cycle Club members participated in a cycle rally to promote “Green Economy” and awareness about the environment in the on-going 11th International Youth Peace Festival. The school played host to delegates forming a 300 strong contingent from 22 countries, participating in the 6-day long festival. Mythological characters from “Ramayana” came alive as the school theatre group participated in the rally, in a Rath Yatra. Principal Madhu Bahl flagged off the Rath Yatra and Cycle Rally in which school children participated enthusiastically.

 August 26, 2010 Tree Plantation by NSS volunteers 

As a part of Peace Club activities to save the environment from Air Pollution, NSS Volunteers actively participated in “Tree Plantation Drive”.

 May 24, 2010 Conservation of Nature begins at an early stage 
Over 100 NSS Volunteers from Senior School (Class XII) participated enthusiastically under the Programme Officer, Mr. Mantoshpal Singh. The 7-Day NSS Camp was inaugurated by Smt. Satinder Dhillon, Principal, Divya Shiksha Gurukul College of Education, Derabassi and an active social activist.

January 16, 2010 Students observe “No Honking Day”
Students observed ‘No Honking Day’ to promote Civic Sense and Road Sense among the denizens. Handbills were distributed among city drivers to encourage them to control Noise Pollution and curb accidents caused due to road rage.

 December 24, 2009 A pledge to “Go Green”

A unique presentation of a show to “Stop Global Warming” was presented by middle wing students who showed their versatility through spectrum of social activities. The various activities conducted were Face Painting, Chipko Movement, Cycle Rally, Slogan Competition, Models and Charts with the message to “Go Green”. A Tree Plantation Drive was undertaken.

November 11, 2009 Water Conservation Awareness Rally

Nearly 65 students participated in a Cycle Rally to promote awareness about water conservation among city residents.

October 17, 2009 Diwali Celebration with Burail Jail Inmates   
Principal Madhu Bahl visited Burail Jail, Chandigarh to celebrate the festival of lights with 100 inmates of Burail Jail with a mission to inculcate the Gandhian values of peace & harmony on the auspicious day of Diwali.

November 19, 2008 Students participate in cycle rally 

Children participated in “Cycle Rally” as a part of ‘Quami Ekta Week’ celebrated by Chandigarh Administration. Sh. Ram Niwas, Home Secretary cum Education Secretary, Chandigarh Administration flagged off the Cycle Rally.

April 17, 2008 World Earth Day celebrated
100 Students participated in Painting and Collage making competition held at Sukhna Lake to celebrate World Earth Day.

September 20, 2005 Intra School Cycle Competition to promote cycling culture 
To promote the ‘Cycling Culture’ among the students, thrilling cycling competitions were held among the members of cycle club of KB DAV-7 on September 20, 2005 i.e. Tuesday. The Mayor, Municipal Corporation, Advocate & Senator, Chandigarh, Mrs. Anu Chattrath inaugurated the Intra School Cycling Competitions on September 20, 2005.  Mayor appreciated the efforts made by Principal, Mrs. Madhu Bahl to promote ‘Cycling Culture’ among the school students by conducting events like cycle rallies, cycling competitions and games.

   April 22, 2005 World Earth Day

Around 200 students of KB DAV-7 participated in the ‘World Earth Day’ on April 22, 2005 at the Sukhna Lake.  The ‘Shramdan’ involved cleaning of all the litter i.e. plastic bottles / cups / glasses and polythene bags strewn alongside the lake.  This was a ‘Self-Help’ project to maintain the beauty of landmarks like Sukhna Lake.
The Rally started from St. Kabir and covered the whole of Sector 7, Chandigarh.  Students held banners in their hands and placards with slogans on ‘Save Environment’.