GIIS Ahmedabad celebrated its 7th Annual Day designed around the backdrop of learnings from the pandemic- a glorious extravaganza spanning three days and 10 shows on the virtual platform. The students took the spectators on an exciting journey full of fun, emotions, action, dances, songs, and loads of entertainment. The Shows organized in all their splendor and propelling into a celebration of life itself, captivated and enthralled the audience throughout.
The occasion was graced by the presence of Mr. Rajiv Bansal, Country Director-GIIS India, Ms. Sunita Jaisingh, National Head Academics-GIIS India, Ms. Vaishali Borde, National Head Co-Scholastics & GMP-GIIS India, and Dr. Heena Rachh, Principal, GIIS Abu Dhabi. They congratulated the school for organizing the mega event despite the pandemic and motivated the students to make the most of the opportunities provided by GIIS.
MIDDLE SCHOOL – Shades of Happiness, Survival to Sparkle
The Annual Day for Middle School (Grades 5 to 8), which was held on 19th February 2021 in two different shows in the evening, depicted the journey of GIIS from the initial days of the pandemic to overcoming the challenges with grit and gumption. The shows were presented in the form of a skit, mime, dances, songs, videos, and poems narrating different emotions, finally culminating in hope and sparkling shades of happiness. The highlight of the shows were the breakout sessions for family time, wherein the students enjoyed participating in live events- Collaborative Cooking, Quiz, One Minute Games, and Antakshari with their parents and siblings!
GMP and LOWER PRIMARY–Dazzling and Stars Shining
Colourful outfits and props, inimitable performances, vibrant smiles, and innocent frolics of the tiny tots of Pre-Primary and Lower Primary School (Nursery to Grade 1) stole the hearts of the spectators as they presented grade-wise five memorable shows on 20th February 2021. The shows were an amalgamation of various hues befitting the theme – Shining and Dazzling Stars. An array of events including Junior Chef, STEAM, and i-Care activities, Ramp Walk, Zumba, Yoga, Fashion Show, Sing-Along, Family Scenes, Shloka recitation, scintillating dances, game shows, Ad breaks, GIIS Got Talent, Instrumental Music and Song of Hope and Peace- Aashayein during the culmination by teachers were presented.
PRIMARY SCHOOL-Rishtey
The spectators were made to feel the power of Rishtey or unbreakable bonds during the Annual Day celebration held for the Primary School (Grades 2 to 4) on 21st February 2021. All the three shows of the day had a breezy mix of events lined up which included prayer song, welcome dance, Shloka recitation, mime, explosive intermediary standup comedy acts, Jugal Bandi, melodious instrumental music, Hasya Kavi Sammelan, Fitness Yoga, Zumba, Bhangra, Garba, Ghoomar, Lavni, Sing along with Karaoke, Family Fashion Show, GIIS Mini Idols, Insta Reels, and Jodi No. 1. The enthusiastic participation of all the family members including grandparents in many of these events was indeed heartwarming! The feeling of bonding and togetherness reigned supreme in everyone’s hearts at the end of the day!
Principal Mr. Caesar D’silva, extended a warm welcome to all the dignitaries, guests, and attendees. He presented the achievements of the school in the Year 2020-21-both Academic and Co-curricular. He further added, “The year was a big challenge, but with the support of our Chairman, the Functional Heads at the HO, and the wonderful collaboration of our parents, we continued the education of the children successfully and no event in the school calendar was left out. At GIIS, we believe in the culture of happiness for all the stakeholders and every effort was made for cultivating the same this year. This spectacular Virtual Annual Day is one such initiative in this direction!”
The event was a success and was well appreciated by all.
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