Tag Archive | Laudato Si in Action at Auxilium Barasat

Eco-Ambassadors: Students Educating Students at Neighboring Schools

Aug24

AUXILIUM CONVENT SCHOOL, BARASAT: On 12 and 13 August 2024, students from Auxilium Convent School, Barasat, embarked on a comprehensive ecology awareness program targeting International Public School (IPS), Julien Day School (JDS), St. Jude’s High School, and Central Modern School (CMS). This initiative was spearheaded by Principal Sr. Esther Rani to foster environmental consciousness among the younger generation.

The program resonated strongly with students across all neighbouring schools in Barasat town. The students of IX-XII demonstrated keen interest and actively engaged in discussions on various environmental issues. The focus on bioaccumulation, biomagnification and the pollution of the sacred river Ganga particularly evoked strong responses, highlighting the students’ environmental awareness. The program also highlighted the importance of a spiritual connection with nature, drawing insights from various religious texts. This approach fostered a deeper appreciation for the environment and a sense of responsibility towards its protection.

The emphasis on adopting a simple lifestyle and eco-friendly practices proved impactful. Students were encouraged to reduce waste, conserve energy, and support sustainable initiatives. The distribution of jute, sugarcane bagasse, and paper bags symbolized a practical step towards reducing plastic consumption.

International Public School (IPS): The program at IPS was met with immense enthusiasm. Students were receptive to the message and actively participated in discussions. Their insightful questions and comments provided valuable feedback for future programs. The school’s administration, led by the Principal Miss Rangana Roy Burman, was incredibly supportive and extended warm hospitality to the visiting students and teachers.

Julien Day School (JDS:) At JDS, the focus on the pollution of the Ganga River struck a chord with the students, sparking lively debates and discussions. The school’s environment was conducive to learning, and the students’ eagerness to engage with the topic was commendable. The Principal, Sir Michael Rebeiro’s warm welcome and shared anecdotes created a positive atmosphere.

St. Jude’s High School: The students at St. Jude’s demonstrated a keen interest in environmental issues and were enthusiastic participants in the program. Their creative ideas and innovative suggestions were inspiring. The Principal, Miss Aditi Chakraborty’s support and encouragement played a vital role in the program’s success.

Central Modern School (CMS): CMS students were equally engaged and receptive to the environmental message. Their active participation and insightful feedback were invaluable. The school’s supportive environment was possible due to the Principal Miss Bharti Sharma, who contributed significantly to the overall impact of the program.

The success of this endeavour would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of our accompanying teachers, Miss Dola, Miss Rubi, Miss Elizabeth, and Sir Sudip. Their expertise, patience, and dedication were instrumental in ensuring the smooth execution of the program. They guided the students, managed logistics, and created a supportive environment, making the entire experience enriching for everyone involved.

Reported by Kashvi Arya, Class X  – B

Guardians of the Earth: Media Week for Nature Preservation

Jul27

 AUXILIUM BARASAT: The media week was held at Auxilium Convent School Barasat on 15-19 July 2024 with the theme “Preserving Nature”. The Media Club President Tanishi Datta and Susmit Acharya spoke about the significance of the media in the morning assembly, followed by the Vice Principal, Sr. Arockia Aruna P declared the Media Week open.

The Inter-house videography event was held between classes VI, VII and IX-XII with their clicks and shots, in nature, along with the “Go As You Like” competition for class VI, with the same topic in designing costumes, while their house members assisted them with projection of PPT on the stage. Class VII had a ‘Poster Making’ competition (MS WORD), to design the “green drive”; while Class VIII, Web Page designing (HTML) with the theme, “go green” to bring out the best of ‘Ecology’ with media and technology; Inter-house ‘Tech Elanza’ model-making competition was apprehended to showcase the innovative method of making ‘Use of technology to preserve our Environment’, and different eco-friendly models and tools that help to preserve and protect a green environment. On the last day, there were three participants, each group with one as a camera person, one as a reporter and one as the newsreader. The ‘News Bulletin’ inter-house competition was conducted for classes IX and X, with the theme of ‘Awareness on maintaining ecological balance’. On the same day, the distinguished Alumni guests, Samrat Ghosh and Abantika Chakraborty, contributed excellent inputs on ‘Ecology’ to all the students in the auditorium. This media week inculcated and increased the knowledge and desire of the students to care about nurturing nature without which life becomes miserable for living things.

Reported by Tanishi Datta and Susmit Acharya

Media Club President

Eco Booms

Jul23

AUXILIUM- BARASAT: An Inter-house “One Act Play Competition” was held at Auxilium Convent School Barasat on 16 July 2024 with the theme “Ecology”: The Green House gave a message on ‘Save Forests’ highlighting the interconnectedness between animals and trees; Red House underscored the success story of a girl who was instrumental in saving ‘The Lost Playground’; Blue House instead focused on the self-giving of ‘The Apple Tree’ for the good of others, and the Yellow House showcased the importance of maintaining the balance in nature with the play titled ‘Echoes of Nature’.  The members of the four houses made the audience aware of the ecological balance needed today to create a healthy environment.

Eco- Art for a Greener Tomorrow

Jul22

AUXILIUM-BARASAT:  A poster-making competition was organised at Auxilium Convent School, Barasat on the 8th of July 2024 for the primary section (Class II-V) with the theme, ‘Let’s keep our air clean’. All the students participated in the competition. The objective of the competition was to make the students understand the role and importance of a pollution-free life. The students transformed their thoughts into depictions. The posters were wonderful and the principal appreciated the hard work and boosted their confidence.

Go Green Celebration

Jul22

AUXILIUM- BARASAT: The Primary students of Auxilium Convent School, Barasat celebrated World Environment Day to create awareness. Also, to take action for the protection of the environment. The 2024 edition of Environment Day focused on land restoration. Students tried to encourage their fellow mates through a short programme which primarily focused on planting trees and restoring the beauty of this earth by creating a plastic-free environment. The students conveyed their message through various creative works on waste materials and the importance of saving electricity and water. Students also prepared charts and placards to help everyone understand the importance of protecting the environment.