KALYANI: Auxilium Convent School, Kalyani celebrated World Environment Day on 11 June 2024 with the theme: “We cannot turn back time, but we can grow forests, revive water sources, and bring back soils. We are the generation that can make peace with land.”
Through the meaningful and creative presentation of speech, songs, charts and placards, the students of class VI and their teacher Ms. Puja Dey were able to create an awareness of the deteriorating state of the Earth to their friends. Sr. Prema Lourdu Francis, the school’s principal, outlined the current situation of our environment and the need for us to rise and fight against the pollution and damage done to the planet, our ‘home’. She also emphasized the significance of preserving and taking utmost care of the natural resources for the generations to come. Everyone in the school was inspired to love and care much about “Our Land, Our Future”.
GEYZING: St. Mary’s Convent School, Geyzing celebrated World Environmental Day on Wednesday 05 June 2024 on the theme “Healthy Earth, Healthy Humankind, Our Land, and Our Future”.
On this bright and sunny day, the staff and the students set out for a cleanliness drive in and outside the school. It was to raise awareness on environmental issues and to give importance to keep the surrounding clean and green. All the students involved themselves actively in this cleanliness drive. A healthy environment is the source of life for everyone. The quality of life depends on the quality of the natural environment. The staff and the students continue to dream of a cleaner and greener Mother Earth and try their very best to keep the surroundings clean.
“In the beginning when God created the heaven and the earth, the earth had no form and was void; darkness was over the deep….” (Gen1:2) From nothingness, what a wonderful and beautiful world God created for us.
On the occasion of World Environmental Day, 5 June 2024, the members of the Sacred Heart Novitiate came together to render the creator their glory and adoration for such a gift of creation.
God’s gift to humankind through His creation i.e. varieties of plants and fruits of different kinds were placed in front of the altar as a reminder to thank God for His manifold blessings. We recalled God’s awe and wonder, and implored His grace, so that in turn through our good deeds we may add beauty and colour to His work of creation and not disfigure it.
During this hour of prayer moment we also asked God’s forgiveness for our selfishness and lack of care for creation. As we concluded our moments of prayer we were moved and decided to ‘Mother Earth’ responsibly.
JUMAIKELA: The Salesian Sisters, Jumaikela community celebrated Environmental Day on 5th July 2024 with the teachers and the students of Pradeep Chandra Primary School Jumaikela, Janta High Secondary School Jumaikela and the boarders of Vicuna Nivas Jumaikela. The theme of the celebration was the slogan of the Green Audit of the province: “Save nature, Save Humanity”. Many Gulmohar trees were planted around the campus with great joy and enthusiasm listening to the cry of the earth. The Teachers and students were very happy and carried the happiness to their homes promising to plant at least a sapling in their homes. The community tried to become a response to the cry of the earth.
AUXILIUM MIRIK: Environment Day was celebrated at Auxilium Convent School, Mirik with great enthusiasm. There was a short prayer service conducted during the school assembly. After this Sr. Anjana Rai explained the meaning of the Environment Day celebration. It was then followed by the various activities. All the classes Nursery – UKG had brought the Saplings to plant. Three main activities organized were cleaning of the school campus, planting of the saplings and drawing competition on nature. The children were very excited and participated dynamically in all the activities and sisters and teachers helped and guided the tiny tots to accomplish it. Through this event, children got the opportunity to take care of and protect Mother Earth, the only place where life flourishes.
AUXILIUM, NEW CHUMTA: Auxilium Convent School, New Chumta recently celebrated Environmental Week 2024, marking the occasion with a series of events aimed at raising awareness about environmental conservation and sustainable development. The week was filled with various activities involving students and teachers, all centred around the theme of saving the Earth.
The festivities began with an impressive PowerPoint presentation by Class XII C. The presentation highlighted practical ways to protect the environment, offering insightful tips and strategies to the students. To engage the attendees further, the students concluded their presentation by posing a few thought-provoking questions, sparking a lively discussion on environmental issues.
Despite the rain on the second day, the commitment to the environment remained strong. Students took the opportunity to clean their classrooms, demonstrating the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy learning environment. This activity underscored the message that every small effort counts towards making a significant impact.
Throughout the week, a notice board display on the theme of the environment showcased various informative and inspiring materials. This visual display served as a constant reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and featured student artwork, facts, and tips on how to contribute to saving the planet.
Adding to the week’s events, Sr. Alma Bilung, the KSSDS co-ordinator of the province delivered an enlightening awareness program for both teachers and students. Her talk focused on sustainable development and practical measures to save the Earth. Sr. Alma Bilung’s presentation provided valuable insights and inspired the audience to adopt more eco-friendly practices in their daily lives.
The celebration continued with a compelling speech by Class IX students during the school assembly. Using props to illustrate their points, the students explained the “bone and bane” of the environment in a simple and easy-to-understand manner. Their creative approach made complex environmental issues accessible to everyone.
The week concluded on a high note with a tree-planting activity. Each class planted two saplings, resulting in around thirty new trees being added to the school grounds. This symbolic act of planting trees not only contributed to the environment but also served as a lasting reminder of the student’s commitment to protecting the planet.
Environmental Week at ACS New Chumta was a resounding success, fostering a sense of responsibility and action towards environmental conservation among students and staff alike. The activities not only educated but also inspired the entire school community to take meaningful steps towards a more sustainable future.
The Auxilium Convent School, Dum Dum primary students celebrated Environment Day on 26 June 2024. The theme of the Environment Day Celebration was focused on inculcating in the students the habit of saving water and energy. The event consisted of an action song and a poem on nature. After the program, the students offered a plant to the teachers and sisters as a gesture of care for nature, the common home. They also pledged themselves to save water and energy, plant more trees and use CNG.
A student, Tiana Rajak of class 3A and Aahana Biswas of class 3B said after the function: “We will use a cycle or take a walk to go from one place to another place’. Aaditri Pan added: “Whenever she sees water flowing from the tap, she will close it”. Kiara Das and Aishika Nandi said, “While brushing they will not open the tap and brush”. Tejaswini convincingly said, ‘She will not use plastic articles.’ Other students affirmed that they will save electricity by switching off the lights and fans in the room when it is not in use. Anvi Kundu decided that she would not waste paper. Ahana Roy promised to pick up the plastics or rapers thrown on the road.
The celebration reminds us of the urgent need to protect our planet and encourages us to adopt more sustainable practices in our daily lives.
DUM DUM: The perpetual profession of Sr. Ba-I-Thiang Sten, Sr. Binita Bara and Sr. Shashikanta Xalxo was held on 26 May 2024 at St. Patrick’s Church Dum Dum on the solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. Most Rev Thomas D’ Souza, the Archbishop of Calcutta officiated the Holy Eucharist along with eight Con-Celebrants. The theme of this celebration was taken from Isaiah 49:5 “I have carved you in the palm of my hand.” The Holy Mass commenced with an entrance dance led by the candidates. It was an incredibly inspiring and touching moment when their parents handed the would-be perpetuals to the provincial Rev. Sr. Leelamma Palliparambil FMA. She, in turn, offered them to the Lord.
This great and glorious event was witnessed by parents and relatives of our sisters, friends, parishioners, well-wishers and the special invitees. The event was also blessed by the graceful presence of Sr. Elizabeth George the provincial of Shillong Province.
In his homily, the Archbishop exhorted about the Trinitarian love and sacrifice. He then explained this love should be transmitted by all the baptized so, the Lord has chosen and called these sisters to share the love of God among His people by following the charism of Don Bosco and Mother Mazzarello. Soon after the Mass Rev. Fr. Irudaya Raj the parish priest of St. Patrick parish and Archbishop Thomas D’ Souza congratulated and felicitated the perpetually professed sisters with a token of love. Dr. Utpal Goswami, Parish Pastoral Council Secretary, expressed the joy of witnessing the celebration and then he thanked Sr. Provincial and parish priest for hoisting the profession in the parish. It was indeed a great moment for all who were present for this occasion.
After which all proceeded to the community hall for a short cultural program which was performed by aspirants, parents and relatives of the perpetually professed. The rich culture of our country brings a variety of joy and enrichment. It was followed by a sumptuous meal served for all.
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