A Cancer Awareness Campaign was organised by the Indian Cancer Society and Samman NGO in Tagore International School, Vasant Vihar on 19th November 2015.
The programme comprised of street plays, poster making and painting competitions on the topic ‘Cancer-a Disastrous Disease’. Six schools participated in supporting the cause. Dr.Anita Dhar from the Department of Surgery AIIMS New Delhi, gave a presentation on ‘Breast Cancer – myths and facts’, throwing light on signs, symptoms, diagnosis and cure of cancer. Cancer has its effect on different parts of the human body. There are various cancer detection tests available, such as FNAC, biopsy, mammogram to name a few.
Street plays on rising problems of cancer in the country and creating awareness and conveying the message of prevention from cancer were presented by students of six different schools in Vasant Vihar. HC Auxilium School also sent a team of participants for the events and bagged the second position. The students were accompanied by their animators.
When more and more people become aware of the disease, we can get rid of this menace.
Reported by Ms.Rita Bakshi
The children were reminded of the less privileged ones who could not celebrate this day and were asked to share with some of them whenever possible in a speech by one of our faculty members. Thereafter, came the lively parody- cum – skit showcasing the pranks of the students in their class rooms. A funny action song presentation based on retro was put up , which was cheered and enjoyed by the students. This was followed by a colourful folk dance medley. Such was the aura that it sent shivers of enjoyment and growing adrenaline of the students in the auditorium.
The maiden provincial visit of our new provincial Rev. Sr. Rose Ezarath took place on 14th and 15th October at H.C.A, R.K. Puram. There was a note of joy and gladness in the air as we prepared ourselves to welcome her for the first time. We welcomed her with a khada and a bouquet of flowers and took her to the chapel for a short prayer moment. Sr. Lily Perumpettikunnel the community animator invited Sr. Rose to light the lamp as a sign of her being a bearer of light of love, of joy and of service. It was followed by a short thanksgiving prayer and a hymn. We thanked the Lord and implored for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon her and her mission of guidance and accompaniment in the province and in our community in particular.
Children’s day 2015 was celebrated at Auxilium Barasat in the spirit of childhood in an innovative manner. A special welcome song presentation by Sr. Rosy brightened the cheerful faces of the children. A prayer service was adjoined with a power point presentation, prayer dance by primary teachers made the beginning of celebration graceful. Bouncing in rhythm was the knee dance followed by humorous drama titled ‘Anukul Robot’. Programme became more lustrous when a classical dance for high school and a fusion and folk dance for primary was performed by the teachers. There was also a video show named ‘Happy to disturb’.Through their singing teachers tried to convey that children are their world and the life. To conclude the programme Sr. superior Sr. Stella showcased a video with a wonderful message. The other unique event for primary was their picnic- sharing their food stuff with friends and teachers and for the high school the talents show by class XII which filled the air in the hearts of the Auxilians.
On 14th November 2015, Auxilium Convent School, Dum Dum, celebrated the children’s Day. The program began with a prayer followed by various items performed by the teachers and the sisters. Superior Sr. Teresa A. greeted the students on the occasion of the children’s day. At 8.30 am Ms. D.J. Jennifer and Mr. Rakhesh showcased their melodious singing which the children enjoyed to the core of their heart with dancing.
On 15th November the Oratorians of Auxilium Dum Dum celebrated the Children’s Day. Sisters felicitated them with a stage programme. Sr. Dominica Thapa in her message told the children that all are precious in the eyes of God and especially the little children. To sweeten the celebration chocolates were distributed to all.
On 16th November was a memorable day for the Parallel School children. Sisters entertained the children with a wonderful stage programme in a well decorated classroom. Their joy knew no bounds as they enjoyed the show. At the end the little ones were gifted with balloons and sweets.
ODISHA: It was for the first time under the banner of St. Sebastian Catholic Church, Kurtamgarh, children’s day was celebrated in a grand and meaningful manner. The day was planned by the Parish Priest Fr. Jugal Kishore Digal, the assistant parish priest Fr. Susanta, FMA sisters Teresa Xalxo, Shanti Tirkey, Sabita Nayak and the youth of the parish.
Nearly 200 children from different village of Kurtamgarh Panchayat gathered in the parish campus at 9.30 a.m.. Around 10.30 am together with fathers, sisters and youth they went to the town in procession, carrying placards, raising slogans and cleaning the surrounding.
After returning from the procession the Holy Eucharist celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr. Jugal Kishore and con celebrated by Fr. Susanta for the intentions of the children. During his sermon Fr. Jugal briefed the significance of the day and inspired and encouraged the children to do little sacrifices daily to become great person like Chacha Nehru. After the Holy Mass a short entertainment was performed by fathers, sisters and the youth. It was followed by a fellowship meal. Everybody returned home with a happy and contented heart.
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