In this modern age of nuclearization of families, grandparents provide much needed support, guidance, and wisdom. Grandparents are our heritage and an important part of our family. There exists an intimate bond of attachment between grandparents and grandchildren.
Onam, the traditional festival of Kerala is celebrated with much enthusiasm by all the teachers of JGIS. The beauty of the festival lies in its secular fabric. Teachers of all religions, castes and communities celebrated the festival with equal joy and verve.
Teachers’ Day was celebrated on 5th September, 2022. The Principal, Dr. Kavita Sharma, Manager- Administration & HR, Ms. Rekha Anil and Manager - Parent Relations & Academics, Ms. Rema Nair attended the event. Students of classes V to XII also witnessed the programme.
As it is well said, “The greatness of a culture can be found in its festivals.”
India is a festival-rich nation. In India, numerous festivals are observed here. It seems like there is a festival every single week. Of all the festivals, Krishna Janmashtami is one of the few with a very high level of significance and importance.
The Independence Day of India is celebrated religiously throughout the country on the 15th of August every year. It holds tremendous ground in the list of national days since it reminds every Indian about the dawn of a new beginning, the beginning of an era of deliverance from the clutches of British colonialism of more than 200 years. It was on 15 th August, 1947, that India was declared independent from British colonialism, and the reins of control were handed over to the leaders of the country.
The 75th anniversary of India's independence will be celebrated this year on 15th August, 2022 to inspire pride and patriotism among all Indian citizens and to promote awareness about the Indian National Flag. Our Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has initiated a number of campaigns, including "Har Ghar Tiranga," to celebrate and remember the history of India's progress under the ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
Yoga is said to have originated in India and speculated to date back to pre-Vedic Indian traditions. It is mentioned in the Rigveda, but most likely developed between the fifth and sixth centuries BC. The actual Sanskrit word, ‘Yog’, when broken down, means ‘to control’ or ‘to unite’. The word has also been translated to mean ‘joining’, ‘uniting’ or ‘union’. The union is established between the self and the spirit.
JG International School celebrated the completion of 18 years since its inception on 21st June, 2022. The Chairman Dr. M. P. Chandran partook in the celebration organized in the school auditorium. The Principal Dr.Kavita Sharma, the Manager Administration and HR, Ms.Rekha Anil, the Manager Parent Relations, Ms.Rema Nair, students of Class XII and their class teachers were the audience.
Our nation’s 73rd Republic Day was celebrated at JGIS, on 26th January, 2022 with immense patriotic fervour as is always the custom. The dignitaries for the event were the Chairman, Dr. M.P.Chandran, the Secretary, Mr.Joy Jose, the Treasurer, Mr.K.L.N Sastry, the Secretary ASIA, Mr.V.D.Prabhakaran, other Trustees, Members of the Managing Committee, the Principals and Staff Members of our extended family, other dignitaries and guests.
The Republic Day was celebrated on 26th January, 2021. The dignitaries for the event were Chairman, ACT, Mr. K Mohanlal, Executive Director Dr. M. P. Chandran, other trustees and members of the Managing Committee, the Principals of various schools and colleges, other dignitaries, the Staff and parents.
On the auspicious morning of 26th January, 2020 JG International School celebrated the 71st Republic Day in the school premises. It was a matter of great pride for all of us. The programme began with the welcoming of the esteemed guests followed by the flag hoisting. The chairman gave his blessings on this special occasion.
JG International School celebrated Navratri festival by organizing – ‘Shubh Navratri’ Garba night on 5th October, 2019. The auspicious event began with offering prayers to Goddess Shakti and performing Aarti by our Honourable chairman , Shri. John Geevargese and Executive Director Mr. M.P.Chandran. The trustees and other managing committee members too graced the occasion. Our Chairman , Shri. John Geevargese initiated a thought of minimizing the use of plastic and what steps school is taking towards this initiative.
Grandparents are a delightful blend of laughter, caring deeds, wonderful stories and love.
To shower love and respect towards the grandparents, the Pre Primary celebrated ‘Grandparents Day’ on 25/09/2019 in the school auditorium.
A Photo Booth was put up in the auditorium. Grandparents had lovely time, getting clicked using different props kept there.
Professionals and Community Helpers are people that directly impact the lives of others. They deliver a service that makes our lives easier. It is important for all of us to know the ways in which the Professionals work. Many Professionals have easily identifiable work attire or clothes. This makes it easy to know their role in the community and is helpful if you need to approach them for help.
Onam celebration was organized on 9th September, 2019. We had our Executive Director, Mr M.P Chandran and Ms.Chandrika Chandran as our special guest for the event. A cultural programme was organised related to the theme and fervour of Onam- the harvest festival of Kerala. Students and teachers performed some excellent dances and regaled the audience.