Assemblies for National Festivals
Special Assemblies are conducted to mark the National Festivals of Independence
Day and Republic Day. On these occasions the celebrations start with the hoisting
of the National Flag, and singing of the National Anthem followed by a prayer for
the country’s unity, growth and prosperity. The importance of the day is highlighted
by the skits showing short excerpts from the freedom struggle. Patriotic songs and
dances are presented by the students
Gandhi Jayanti and Martyr’s Day are also observed. The students present short assemblies
highlighting the importance of these two days.
Assemblies for Religious Festivals
Special Assemblies are conducted to celebrate all the major religious festivals
of India. The students present short skits, dances accompanied by songs sung by
the Indian and Western Music Choir. These assemblies are informative as they show
the importance and the reason for the celebration of the particular festival.
Investiture Ceremony
The oath taking ceremony is the year’s most solemn occasion when the Student Council
take a pledge to uphold the honor and values of the school. The badges are presented
to the members during the ceremony and they are briefed about the duties required
to be performed by them.
Arbour Day Assembly
The entire programme stressed the importance of caring for our environment and keeping
the surroundings green and clean. Students through their skits and songs helped
the people to understand the importance of trees. The students plant saplings, which
enables them to create an ecological balance in nature.
Felicitation Ceremony
The top achievers in Class X and XII Board Exams are felicitated in the presence
of their proud parents and teachers. Our Principal awards them with trophies and
certificates.
Benedictions
This is a very solemn ceremony where the class XII students are bestowed with prayers
and blessings by the Dr. Mary Thomas, Principal and the teachers before they leave
the portals of Somerville School, Greater NOIDA.
Teachers’ Day
The students prepare short programs for their teachers exhibiting their talent in
dance, singing and acting. This is a way of expressing their love and regard for
their teachers.
Children’s Day
This day is looked forward to by all the students, as their teachers put up performances
for their students to express their love and care for them.