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• • German Unity Day

    “The bonds of unity are stronger than any walls that may divide us."

    Maxfort School celebrated German Unity Day with great zeal and fervour. The day commemorates the reunification of East and West Germany, marking an essential moment in German history. Under the dynamic leadership of our School Principal Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, the students of Classes IV-VIII participated in a wide array of activities that not only educated them about German culture and history but also encouraged cross-cultural understanding.

    The students showcased their artistic talents through various activities like Vocabulary wheel, Show and tell, My daily routine paper hat and My School bag. The German Unity Day celebration at Maxfort School was a testament to the institution’s commitment to holistic education, emphasizing the significance of history, culture and unity in today’s globalized world. It was indeed a day to remember, fostering a spirit of unity and cultural appreciation among the students.

  • Football Match – Parents Vs Students

    “Football doesn’t build character, it reveals character.”
    -Marv Levy

    Maxfort School, Pitampura recently organized a friendly football match that pitted parents against the students. The brainchild of the school’s dynamic and progressive Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, the Parents vs. Students football
    match was a unique initiative aimed at fostering camaraderie, promoting physical activity and strengthening the bond between parents and their children. The event unfolded on the school’s sprawling sports ground, offering a scenic backdrop for amemorable day.

    The match was meticulously planned and executed with the utmost enthusiasm. Students formed their teams and parents, many of whom hadn't kicked a football in years, embraced the opportunity to participate wholeheartedly. The atmospher was electric, with a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation in the air. Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, a forward-thinking leader, inaugurated the event with a warm and encouraging speech. She emphasized the importance of family involvement in a child’s education and the benefits of sports in promoting a healthy lifestyle. Her words inspired both parents and students alike, setting the tone for a friendly yet competitive match.

    The match was a thrilling display of sportsmanship, with both parents and students giving their all on the field. The parents' team, filled with seasoned players, showcased their experience and skills, while the students exhibited their youthful energy and determination. Goals were scored, laughter echoed across the field, and bonds were strengthened as parents and children battled it out with pride and joy. The event was a resounding success, showcasing not only the school’s commitment to holistic education but also the vibrant school spirit that exists within its walls.

  • Hindi Day

    Hindi is the pride of India,
    Every Indian is proud of this,
    Who united the whole country,
    Hindi is our identity.

    Hindi Day is celebrated every year on 14th September as Hindi Day to honour the Hindi which incorporates Indian culture in itself. Hindi is not just a language Apitu is an expression of emotions so various activities were organized for students at Maxfort School Pitampura.
    Words funeral, potli of letters, ki udaan, world of five, from my pen, world of proverbs, unity in diversity, my India great etc activities All the students participated with full enthusiasm. Students expressed love and respect towards language through the activities presented.

  • G20 Summit Activities

    ‘One Earth, One family, One future’

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized G20 summit activities for students of Classes IV and V.

    It aimed to educate students about international cooperation and global issues. Under the guidance of the facilitators and our esteemed Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, students participated actively and learned about the countries involved, the G20 logo, and the pressing issues like climate change, gender equality, education, economic development, global health etc. that would be discussed during the event.

    This successful educational initiative provided students with valuable insights into international affairs, cooperation among nations and the pressing global issues of our time. By participating in this event, students gained a deeper understanding of the interconnected world we live in and the role they can play in shaping its future.

  • Janmashtami celebration

    The Janmashtami celebration at Maxfort School in Pitampura held on 6th September 2023 by the students of Class III was not only a showcase of talent but also a visual delight. The school premises was filled with excitement and anticipation as parents, facilitators, and students gathered to witness this enchanting performance. The young performers, dressed in vibrant costumes, brought to life the various phases of Lord Krishna’s extraordinary journey in their mesmerizing Dance Drama.

    The colourful sets and props, along with the melodious music, created an enchanting ambiance that transported everyone into the mystical era of Krishna’s life. The children’s dedication and hard work were evident in every graceful movement and expressive gesture. They not only entertained but also educated the audience about the profound lessons and stories associated with Lord Krishna. The function was graced by the presence of Shri Anil Kumar Sharma, the Deputy Director of Education. The guest was deeply impressed by the performance of the students and took a moment to appreciate their dedication and enthusiasm. He also appreciated the principal of the school, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal for her thoughtful planning and execution of this wonderful performance. As the performance concluded, the venue resonated with applause and appreciation. The students had not only showcased their talent but also shared the spiritual essence of Janmashtami with everyone present. It was a moment of pride for the school, teachers, and parents to witness the young minds coming together to celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna in such a splendid manner.

  • Excursion to Iskcon temple

    The students of class I of Maxfort School, Pitampura embarked on an exciting excursion to the ISKCON Temple in Rohini, Delhi, immersing themselves in a spiritual and cultural journey.

    The temple’s majestic architecture left the children awestruck with its towering spires and intricate details. The soothing chants of ‘Hare Krishna’ provided a serene backdrop to their visit.

    The facilitators introduced the students to the principles of Krishna consciousness, emphasizing devotion, compassion, and virtuous living.

    The students were taken on an engaging tour of the temple’s interior, marveling at the splendid idols of Lord Krishna and Radha. Stories from Krishna’s life brought history and mythology to life.

    An unforgettable moment was the bhajan (devotional song) session. The children joyously joined in, adding their voices to the harmonious melodies dedicated to Lord Krishna. As a post-activity, the students got creative and expressed their experiences by drawing vibrant depictions of what they saw in the temple.

    Additionally, they took part in a heartwarming exercise by writing down their desires and wishes on beautiful cutouts of matkis. These matkis, filled with their hopes and dreams, symbolized their connection to Lord Krishna and the values they had learned during their excursion.

    Thus the excursion to the ISKCON Temple was a spiritual and cultural adventure. It provided them with valuable insights into India’s rich heritage and instilled the significance of values like devotion and compassion, making it a truly unforgettable experience for all.

  • An educational visit to Amrit Udyan

    “The only source of knowledge is experience.”
    — Albert Einstein

    Maxfort School believes in experiential learning as real life experiences play an important role in expanding the child’s knowledge. Thus, in order to strengthen the knowledge of the learners, an educational visit to “Amrit Udyan” (Mughal Gardens) was organized for the students of Classes VI and VIII

    The Amrit Udayan is called the ‘soul’ of the Presidential Palace and is open to the public every year. Located in the heart of New Delhi inside Rashtrapati Bhawan, the gardens are a burst of vivid blooms and a visual treat. The picturesque landscape full of manicured lawns and hedges, Mughal style canals, and terraces is breath taking.

    The gardens are known for more than hundred varieties of roses found here along with marigolds, petunias, lilies and bougainvilleas that dot the paths. It was a rejuvenating and informative experience for the students as they got a chance to appreciate and admire nature’s wonders. The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal strives to provide such enriching experiences to students in order to ensure their well rounded development.

  • National Sports Day

    “Never say never because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion,”
    —Michael Jordan

    National Sports Day is an occasion to raise awareness about the importance of sports and physical activity in our daily lives.

    At Maxfort School, Pitampura under the leadership of our esteemed principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, we celebrated this day by reviving traditional sports and games for students of Classes IV to VIII. The students participated enthusiastically in games such as tug-of-war, kho-kho, lock and key etc. The sports session aimed at imparting valuable life skills such as teamwork, strategic thinking, and fair play.

    With Ms. Mona Lakhanpal’s guidance and leadership, the event promised to be a memorable celebration of culture, physical fitness, and unity. As we took a step back in time, we also took a leap forward in building character and nurturing well -rounded individuals.

  • Chess Match- Parents Vs Students

    “When you see a good move, look for a better one.”
    -Emanuel Laskar

    In a harmonious display of strategy and camaraderie, students and parents of various classes of Maxfort School, Pitampura participated in a friendly chess match. The event brought together budding chess enthusiasts of all skill levels for a day of intense battle of wits. The event aimed not only to foster a sense of healthy competition but also to provide a platform for students and parents to socialize and connect over a shared passion for the intricate game of chess. The match commenced with a warm welcome by the School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, who expressed gratitude to all participants for their enthusiasm and introduced the chess champion, Kevin Sharma, student of Class II who would be playing for Delhi in the Chess Nationals, under 7.

    Throughout the event, the library buzzed with the sound of pawns being moved, knights being deployed, and kings taking refuge behind protective walls of their armies. The matches were characterized not only by the intensity of the games but also by the sportsmanship displayed by all the participants. Players were often seen analyzing the games together, sharing insights, and offering friendly advice to each other.

    As the event concluded, participants and spectators gathered for a brief ceremony to celebrate the winners and acknowledge the efforts of all who took part. Certificates were awarded to the top performers, and everyone received a token of appreciation for their contribution in making the event a success.

  • Workshop on Titans of Tomorrow

    Maxfort School, Pitampura in association with Cartoon Network organized a workshop on ‘Titans of Tomorrow’ for the students of classes IV to VI. The students were introduced to super heroes, the Teen Titan, who are passionate about saving the environment and reducing pollution.

    The importance of three virtues -Leadership, discipline, and team work that can help save the environment were emphasized upon through interactive session, presentation, videos and activities. The aim was to imbibe small lifestyle changes at a young age that can go a long way towards securing a better future for all.

    The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal leaves no stone unturned to organize such engaging events aimed to enlighten young minds about crucial environmental issues and inspire them to become champions of a sustainable future.

  • An Educational Visit to National Museum

    “Learning should be a joy and full of excitement. It is life’s greatest adventure; it is an illustrated excursion into the minds of the noble and the learned.”
    -Taylor Caldwell

    Excursions play a key role in expanding the children’s awareness. Keeping in tandem with this thought, an educational v isit for students of Class VII was organized to the National Museum. It provided a chance for our young Maxfortians to generate interest in History and Arts and to learn various educational programs while having fun. The educational excursion
    to the National Museum proved to be a remarkable learning opportunity for the students, under the guidance and support of Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, the school principal. The students returned with a deeper appreciation for their cultural heritage and a broader understanding of the importance of preserving history. This excursion successfully bridged the gap between classroom learning and real-world experiences, making it a memorable and impactful event in the student’s academic journey.

  • विश्व संस्कृत दिवस

    31 अगस्त 2023 को विश्व संस्कृत दिवस के रूप में मनाया गया। भारतीय संस्कृति को खुद में समाहित करने वाली, हिंदी की जननी, देवभाषा संस्कृत श्रावणी पूर्णिमा के दिन संस्कृत दिवस के रूप में मनाई जाती है। संस्कृत भाषा के पुनरुत्थान इसके संरक्षण को बढ़ावा देने के लिए तथा भाषा पर ध्यान केंद्रित करते हुए विभिन्न कार्यक्रमों का आयोजन किया जाता है। मैक्सफोर्ट स्कूल पीतमपुरा में 24 अगस्त से 31 अगस्त तक संस्कृत सप्ताह के रूप में यह दिन मनाया गया l संस्कृत सप्ताह में कक्षा IV से VIII तक के वि‌द्यार्थियों द्वारा अनेक रचनात्मक क्रिया कलाप किए गए। संस्कृत वॉल हैंगिंग, संस्कृत सुवचनों से सुज्जित पुस्तक का आवरण तथा भित्ति पत्रिका का निर्माण किया गया। कविता एवं श्लोक वाचन किया गया। इस प्रकार विभिन्न गतिविधियों द्वारा विद्यार्थियों में उत्साह, भाषा को अधिक समझने व जानने की इच्छा का संचार किया गया |

  • Excursion to Madhubun Publishing House

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized an educational excursion, ‘Explore the world of Book Making’ for the students of Class VIII to Madhubun Publishing House. The students embarked on a unique real-life learning experience by visiting the plant and witnessing the actual process of making a book, right from the subject finalization to content generation,
    printing to binding etc. The interactive workshop included discussions on the importance of research, significance of cover design and layout and the role of technology in modern publishing. It aimed at providing students with a practical understanding of the publishing industry and its role in shaping educational content. The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal is always committed to provide hands-on exposure to students to broaden their horizons.

  • Inter House DIY Craft Activity

    “Handmade love tied with a thread of creativity.”

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized an engaging and creative inter-house DIY craft activity to celebrate the joyous festival of Raksha Bandhan. The students of Classes IV and V participated enthusiastically in crafting Various Raksha Bandhan tokens, bracelets, 3D cards for their siblings. Under the visionary leadership of the School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, the event truly captured the essence of the festival, fostering a sense of camaraderie, cultural appreciation and artistic expression among the young Maxfortians.

  • Annual Inter-School Event ‘Maxploratorium’

    “Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.”
    – Maya Angelou

    Participation in inter-school events play a vital role in motivating students to perform, excel and gain a lot more than just winning the prize. It provides a platform for participants to gain substantial experience, showcase skills and hone their talent.

    In a vibrant display of unity and pride, Maxfort School, Pitampura hosted its annual inter-school event ‘Maxploratorium’. Many schools from across the city participated in the event dedicated to honouring and celebrating patriotism. It commenced with the Lighting of the Lamp and Saraswati Vandana to invoke the blessings of the Almighty.

    The students’ creativity knew no bounds in the array of activities like Attire spectra, Stand- up Comedy, Innovative India, Rang Tirange Ke, Campaign Freebies, Naad Swaram etc.

    These contests not only allowed participants to express their sentiments but also inspired thought-provoking reflections on the role of patriotism in their lives. It was a resounding success, creating a dynamic arena for students to showcase their unwavering love for their nation while fostering camaraderie and understanding.

    The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the students and schools for their enthusiastic participation.

  • Independence day celebration

    “Freedom in the open window through which pours the sunlight of the human spirit and human dignity”
    – Herbert Hoover

    Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated 76 years of Independence with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor.

    The students of Classes IV and V were engaged in composing poems on ‘My India, My Pride’. The students of Classes VI to VIII did creative writing on ‘Mission Freedom’.

    The students of Classes VI to VIII participated enthusiastically in the Inter-house Quiz to enhance their knowledge of India’s geography, history, and Independence movement. The students brought Tri-coloured cuisines to mark the occasion.

    These activities served as a way to instill patriotism, respect for the country’s heritage, and a deeper understanding of the struggles that shaped the nation. The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal encouraged the students to reflect on the values of freedom and unity.

    The event concluded with the singing of the school song vote of thanks..

  • Investiture Ceremony

    “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way.”
    – John C. Maxwell

    Investiture Ceremony is held to bestow responsibilities on the deserving young talents of the institution to lead their school from the front with their commitment, confidence and competence. The young students are all prepared to don the mantle of leadership and discharge the responsibilities entrusted to them by the school. To inculcate the leadership qualities in students and to give them a feel of being an important and integral part of the administrative body, ‘Student Council’ is formed every year.

    The Investiture Ceremony was held on 4th August 2023 at Maxfort School, Pitampura to encourage and kindle leadership qualities in our young prodigies. The Student Council for the session 2023-24 was formed. The newly elected and selected members of the school’s prefectorial board were successfully inducted. The ceremony commenced with the lighting of the lamp and welcoming of the Guest, Mr. Ajay Kaushik, Assistant Commissioner of Police. He addressed the august gathering and motivated the members of the student council to keep up the good spirit despite all the obstacles and challenges that life brings in front of them.

    Lord’s blessings were invoked through a dance on Saraswati Vandana. The Students also gave a melodious recital of an inspiring song.

    The newly formed Council were honoured by our respected principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal along with the Guest. The Principal Ma’am administered the oath of allegiance to the newly appointed Board of Students’ Council, who swore to serve their Alma Mater with utmost sincerity and to the best of their abilities.

    The Office bearers pledged to work earnestly and uphold the honour and glory of the institution. The principal Ms. Mona Lakhanpal and the Chief guest congratulated the newly elected Office Bearers and wished them to solemnly take their duties and responsibilities with utmost dedication and diligence. The zeal of the council was reflected in their confidence and dedication to execute their work. The proud parents’ happiness knew no bounds when badges and sashes were conferred on the newly elected Students’ Council.

    The event concluded with the singing of the school song vote of thanks..

  • Excursion To Kiran Nadar Museum

    ““The best introduction to art is to stroll through a museum.
    The more art you see, the more you’ll learn to define your own taste.”
    – Jeanne Frank

    Kiran Nadar Museum of Art is the first private, modern and contemporary art museum in India. It is one of Delhi’s most prestigious educational museums with a vast collection of educational images, archaeological objects and paintings.

    To broaden the horizons of learning through fun-filled educational excursions, Maxfort School, Pitampura organized a field trip for students of Class IV to the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art in Saket. The students were shown a power point presentation to enhance their knowledge about the museum. They saw different art forms portrayed by eminent artists like Terracotta art on a carpet which showcased different feelings, art formed from soap, pixels art and illustrations art etc. The students were mesmerised by the pure serenity and artistic appeal of the art work.

    The young Maxfortians were also engaged in an art session in which they created their imaginary wall. The ambience and the arrangements for the activities were highly artistic. It was an enriching learning experience for everyone. The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal appreciated the creative zeal and artistic temperament of the budding artists.

  • Innovative Mathematical Board Games

    “The essence of mathematics lies in its freedom.”
    – George Cantor

    Mathematics is an essential subject that forms the foundation of many aspects of life. From basic calculations to complex problem-solving, it is a crucial tool.

    The idea of making math fun may seem like a daunting task, but at Maxfort School,Pitampura we make it possible with the right approach. The students of Class V made innovative mathematical board games on various math concepts like roman numerals, factors and multiples, four operations etc. The young maxfortians engaged in playing these board games and practiced their math skills while having fun. The aim of such activities is to help create a learning environment that is dynamic and interactive, thus helping the students to develop a positive approach towards Math. The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, appreciated and applauded the efforts of the students and facilitator.

  • Crazy Ad Presentation

    In an inspiring display of creativity and humor, the students of classes I ,II and III of Maxfort School , Pitampura wowed the audience with self-created “Crazy Ads.” that was held on 31st July 2023. Each advertisement, ranging from practical to whimsical, captivated and entertained.

    The event showcased the student’s ability to think outside the box and their passion for making learning a joyful experience. With well-designed props, catchy slogans, and persuasive narratives, they confidently presented their ideas to a captivated audience.

    The “Crazy Ads” class presentation truly epitomizes the essence of our school’s commitment to fostering creativity and innovation among our students.

  • Magic Show

    The magic show held at Maxfort school, Pitampura for the students of classes I and II was a mesmerizing event that captivated the little learners with its thrilling tricks and illusions. The skilled magician wowed everyone with mind-bending tricks, disappearing acts, and levitation which were appreciated by the principal, Ms.Mona Lakhanpal. Laughter and amazement filled the air as students and facilitators were left in awe of the magical spectacle, making it a memorable day for everyone.
    

  • Excursion To Delhi Metro Museum

    “Learning should be a joy and full of excitement. It is life’s greatest adventure; it is an illustrated excursion into the minds of the noble and the learned.”
    – Taylor Caldwell

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized an excursion to the Delhi Metro Museum for the students of Class V. It proved to be an unforgettable experience combining fun, knowledge and real-life insights into the city’s incredible metro system. The enthusiastic group of students and facilitators embarked on a journey of learning and exploration, immersing themselves in the rich history and engineering marvel of the Delhi Metro.

    The museum had thoughtfully designed exhibits, interactive displays and multimedia presentations that catered to all age groups, making learning engaging and fun. The goal was to showcase the evolution of Delhi’s metro system, its construction challenges and the impact it had on the city’s growth and development.

    The students engaged in a post reflection activity to summarize their experience. The excursion enhanced their knowledge and gave them a deeper appreciation for the efforts behind the seamless functioning of Delhi’s metro system.

    The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal always strives to provide such enriching experiences to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-life application. The excursion to the Delhi Metro Museum was undoubtedly a remarkable journey of learning and discovery.

  • Math Webinar

    ‘“Mathematics is, in its own way, the poetry of logical ideas.”
    – Albert Einstein

    Math anxiety affects people of all ages around the world. It is essential to eradicate Math phobia from young minds and ignite their passion for math and nurture their problem-solving skills.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized a math webinar on “How to become 4X smarter and better in Math’ for students of Classes I to VIII. It was curated by Mr. Neelkanth Bhanu Prakash, President Of India’s Commendatory and ‘World’s Fastest Human Calculator.’ His engaging video provided students with valuable insight and a glimpse into the broader
    aspects of math beyond the classroom.

    It was an online event aimed at nurturing students’ passion for math. The primary objective was to enrich students’ understanding of various mathematical concepts and foster an appreciation for the subject. The webinar encouraged them to approach mathematical challenges with confidence and creativity.

    The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal leaves no stone unturned to provide opportunities to students and inspire them to develop a positive attitude towards math, promoting the subject as not only an essential academic pursuit but also an enjoyable and rewarding endeavour.

    The response to the webinar was overwhelming. Students from various grades enthusiastically registered for the event, showcasing their eagerness to explore the world of math beyond textbooks. The interactive nature of the webinar, with its fun-filled activities, kept the participants fully engaged throughout the sessions. This initiative serves as a testament to the school’s commitment to instill a deep appreciation for learning and empowering students to excel in their mathematical journey.

  • Workshop on Health Awareness

    ‘Your diet is a bank account. Good food choices are good investments.’
    -Bethenny Frankel

    Health awareness activities play a vital role in educating individuals about various health-related issues and encouraging them to adopt healthy lifestyles. Maxfort School, Pitampura conducted a Health Awareness workshop for the students of Classes IV and VI. The resource person, Ms. Yashika Bajaj is a communication specialist and a celebrity anchor. She explained the necessity of following a balanced diet, highlighting the green vegetables and fruits every child should eat. The students were motivated to say ‘No to Junk Food’. It was an informative session and the young Maxfortians enhanced their knowledge about basic nutrients like Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, and Minerals, the importance of staying hydrated, and taking adequate rest. The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal urged the students to adopt healthier habits.
    The workshop proved to be a successful initiative in promoting a healthy lifestyle and empowering the students to take charge of their health.

  • Workshop on Bullying & Stress Management

    ‘Children should be able to live a life free from bullying and harassment and it is time that we all took a stand against this.’
    -Katherine Jenkins

    Bullying is when someone is picked on by a person or group. Bullies might make fun of people who they think don’t fit in. Stress is a response to external challenges, pressures, or events. Stress is a part of life, but too much stress is overwhelming. It can interfere with thinking and learning, especially in teenagers and it can get in the way of them enjoying life. Maxfort School, Pitampura in association with Talk to Angel conducted a workshop for students of Class VIII on Teenage Stress and Bullying. The resource person Ms. Girika Batra is a dedicated psychologist committed to helping individuals achieve optimal mental health and well-being. She discussed the effects of bullying and ways to manage stress. It was an enriching and motivating session and the young Maxfortians pledged not to indulge in bullying. The principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal sensitized the students about the issues and urged them to practice mindfulness.

  • Prastuti 2023(Class I-III)

    Prastuti 2023 at Maxfort School, Pitampura, was a spectacular showcase of creativity and talent. The theme “Calender” taken by classes I-III brought each class to life, presenting projects related to significant days and events of specific months. The cultural program mesmerized the audience with music and dance performances captivating the audience with their skill and dedication. Parents explored the exhibits, engaging in quizzes and activities that promoted understanding of different cultures. It was a huge success, celebrating the power of education and creativity in a holistic learning environment.

  • France bastille Day Celebration

    “Once you understand and appreciate other people’s cultural backgrounds, then you also connect with them more.”

    France Bastille Day is an annual celebration, which occurs on July 14 every year. It is the country’s national day. The day signifies the fall of the Bastille in 1789. Fireworks and military parades are organised to celebrate the day.

    The students of Classes IV and V of Maxfort School, Pitampura, celebrated La Fete Nationale or The French National Day to make students global citizens and teach them about the multicultural world. A range of activities like badge making, card making and brochure making were organized in which the students participated with zeal and fervour. The high level of interest evoked among the learners in French language and culture was amazing. The activities brought out the creativity of the young maxfortians as well as their eagerness to learn more about life in France. The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal appreciated the enthusiasm shown by the students and highlighted the need to appreciate the culture and build solidarity among people of India as well as France.

  • Eco Club Oath Ceremony

    “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.’.

    Eco clubs in schools empower students to participate and take up meaningful environmental activities and projects. It is a forum through which students can reach out to influence and engage neighbourhood communities to promote sound environmental behavior.

    Eco club has been set up in Maxfort School, Pitampura to generate awareness about environment and sustainable ways of living. Its functions include educating the students, employees and faculty about environmental concerns. Also, it strives to find opportunities for eco-friendly waste management in the school premises. The eco club induction and oath taking ceremony took place with great zeal and fervour. The eco club ‘Green ambassadors’ is a team of eco-warriors of Classes VII and VIII who took a solemn pledge to uphold the values of environmental stewardship and work towards a sustainable future. The club members shared their plans to organize activities like demonstrations, presentations, skits etc. to spread awareness among masses.

    The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal administered the oath taking ceremony and appreciated the initiative in creating environmental awareness amongst the future generation

  • Vanmahotsav week

    Vanmahotsav, also known as the “Tree Plantation Week,” will be conducted in Maxfort School, Pitampura from 3rd July to 7th July to promote the importance of trees and environmental conservation. It will be a week-long celebration dedicated to planting trees, raising awareness about the benefits of trees, and instilling a sense of responsibility towards the environment among students.

    The Vanmahotsav week will typically involve a series of activities and initiatives aimed at educating students about the significance of trees and their role in maintaining ecological balance.
    The event kick-started with the planting of a sapling by the students of VI to VIII under the guidance of our respected principal Ms. Mona Lakhanpal symbolizing the start of a greener future.

    Throughout the week, various activities will be organized to engage students actively in the celebration. Each day will have a specific theme related to environmental conservation.

  • Workshop on Classroom Management

    The workshop conducted by Ms.Vinita Sareen, a senior product manager with an extensive experience of more than 16 years in training ,learning and development focused on classroom management and emphasized the significance of life skills in a student’s overall development. The session also shed light on the new CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) guidelines for teachers, aiming to enhance their effectiveness in creating a conducive
    learning environment..

    Effective classroom management plays a vital role in creating an optimal learning atmosphere. The workshop provided practical strategies and techniques to help facilitators maintain discipline, engage students, and foster a positive learning environment. Teachers were encouraged to establish clear rules and expectations, implement consistent consequences, and utilize various classroom management techniques such as positive reinforcement, effective communication, and proactive planning.

    The workshop highlighted the following key areas:

     Communication Skills
     Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
     Collaboration and Teamwork
     Emotional Intelligence
     Time Management and Organization
     New CBSE Rules for Teachers
     Continuous Professional Development
     Student-Centric Approach
     Inclusion and Diversity
     Assessment Reforms

    Thus the workshop provided valuable insights to facilitators, empowering them to create an effective and inclusive learning environment. By integrating these practices into their teaching methods, educators can positively impact students’ lives, preparing them to thrive in an ever-changing world

  • Workshop on Time Management

    The workshop on Time Management is designed to equip facilitators with essential skills and strategies to effectively manage their time and maximize their productivity. Led by Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, the esteemed school principal of Maxfort School, Pitampura, this workshop aimed to provide facilitators with practical tools and techniques that can be implemented in their daily routines to enhance their effectiveness in the classroom and beyond.

    The workshop was interactive and engaging, combining informative presentations, group activities, discussions, and practical exercises. Participants had the opportunity to share their experiences, learn from each other, and leave the workshop with actionable strategies for effective time management.

  • International Yoga Day

    “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.”
    – The Bhagvad Gita.

    Yoga is a holistic practice that provides physical and mental relaxation and helps to alleviate stress and anxiety. 21st June is celebrated as International Yoga Day worldwide to spread awareness. This year Yoga Day is being celebrated with the theme of “Vasudhaiv Kutumbakam”. Regular yoga practice has been shown to improve heart health, reduce blood pressure, enhance flexibility, and increase muscular strength. It can also improve respiratory function, reduce inflammation, and improve overall mental wellbeing. Maxfort School, Parwana Road organized a morning yoga session for the students, parents
    and facilitators in the school premises on the occasion of International Yoga Day. The event began with the warm up session and then the participants practiced Surya Namaskar, Pranayama and different asanas like- Tadasana, Bhujangasana, Trikonasana, Padamasana, Child pose etc. The session received an overwhelming response from the
    participants. The School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal appreciated the parents and students for their enthusiastic participation and motivated them to practice yoga regularly.

  • Workshop on Stress Management

    “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.”
    -William Jones.

    Stress is an automatic physical, mental and emotional response to a challenging event. With the dynamic and fast paced lifestyle, it has become an inevitable part of everyone’s life. Managing stress can help one lead a more balanced, healthier life.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organised a ‘Stress management’ workshop for the facilitators. The workshop was conducted by Ms. Mridul Jain who is an educator, psychologist and life coach. She highlighted various parameters of stress like personality vs power equation, negative self-talk, mind traps, elements of performance and cognitive distortions. The objective of this workshop was to acquaint teachers with the causes and effects of stress and to equip them with the techniques of de- stressing. The school principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal always strives to provide a congenial and cooperative working environment and provides new experiences to the facilitators by regularly organizing capacity building workshops.

  • Workshop on Team Building and Collaborative Learning

    “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.”
    -Henry Ford.

    Teamwork is the collaborative effort of a group to achieve a common goal or to complete a task in the most effective and efficient way. Sharing and listening to new ideas helps in a more holistic learning process.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized a Team building and collaborative learning workshop for the facilitators. The Resource person Ms. Swati Rai, is a freelance Business English, Inter-Cultural fluency trainer, teacher trainer, content creator, writer, soft skills and life skills trainer. The session began with introductions which later led to engaging the facilitators in a plethora of activities like find someone who, which side you’re at, change places etc. The highlight of the workshop was the emphasis on collaborative learning techniques, 21st Century skills, dynamic teaching in the classrooms, key to being a great teacher keeping the NEP guidelines in mind. The school Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal leaves no stone unturned in providing such enriching learning experiences to the facilitators. It was an interactive, informative and interesting workshop in which the facilitators participated with zeal and enthusiasm.

  • Theatre Workshop

    ‘From Playfulness to Self-Discovery: A Theatrical Journey with Ms. Mona Lakhanpal’

    Theatre workshops offer a unique platform for individuals to explore their creativity, develop their acting skills, and forge connections with fellow participants. In a recent theatre workshop conducted by the school principal Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, participants engaged in a series of activities aimed at fostering playfulness, enhancing collaboration, and encouraging self-reflection.

    The activities were conducted to develop physical agility, spatial awareness, and improvisation skills. Participants learned to utilize their physicality, adapt to changing circumstances, and make quick decisions. The activities also encouraged participants to think creatively, develop trust within their group, and explore the boundaries of their physical capabilities.

    During the workshop the participants were also encouraged to reflect on their past experiences with teachers. The objective of this exercise was to explore the qualities that participants admired in their favorite teachers, as well as the qualities they disliked in a teacher. By sharing these insights and discussing them within the group, participants were able to gain a deeper understanding of the qualities that make a good teacher and those that should be avoided.

    Thus the workshop provided participants with a stimulating and transformative experience.

  • EXPOSITION (IV-VIII)

    ‘Learning is the beginning of wealth, health, spirituality. Exploring and learning is where the miracle process all begins.’

    Students of Classes IV-VIII proudly showcased the yearly exposition ‘PRASTUTI’ with yet another innovative theme Max L.E.A.R.N. The entire campus buzzed with different ideas related to the theme.

    The event began with the lighting of the lamp and welcome of the honorable Chief Guest, Shri Shyam Sundar Pathak, Assistant Commissioner, GST, UP Govt. He is also a motivational speaker, mentor, writer and poet. The young Maxfortians gave a melodious rendition of their self – composed song on the theme ‘Learn’. The scintillating dance performances and expressions of Nav – rasa left the audience spell bound.

    The classes were resplendent with charts and models exhibiting the respective themes. The students explained their projects and answered the visitor’s queries confidently. The Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal appreciated and applauded the hard work and efforts of the students and facilitators. It was indeed an enjoyable and enriching experience for all.

  • Mother’s Day Celebration

    On the special occasion of Mother’s Day, Maxfort School ,Pitampura organized a heartfelt celebration to honour the incredible mothers of the students of Class I on 10 th May,2023.The event commenced with the children’s enchanting performances—a medley of songs and dances that were meticulously rehearsed to convey their deep affection for their mothers. Laughter and warmth filled the air as mothers and children shared the homemade delicacies, creating precious moments of togetherness and joy.

    The event was a resounding success, leaving indelible memories in the hearts of both mothers and children. Mother’s Day at our school was a truly memorable occasion, where the love between mothers and their children was honoured, treasured, and celebrated in every moment.

  • Movie Outing

    ‘Cinema has been one of the greatest influences in our modern life and it’s also a form of art.’

    It is also clichéd but true that all work and no play could make Jack a dull boy. We at Maxfort School, Pitampura understand this well. So at the onset of the Summer vacation, a movie show ‘Super Mario’ was arranged for the students of Classes III-V who subscribed to the NIE-student’s edition newspaper , on 16 th May, Tuesday at Cinepolis, Moti Nagar in association with The Times of India.

    The students enjoyed the animated adventure film of the two brothers Mario and Luigi who are transported to an alternate world and become entangled in a battle. The school Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal believes in providing the students with varied experiences be it curricular, co-curricular or experiential. It was indeed a refreshing and entertaining outing for the young maxfortians.

  • “Story telling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world.”

    -Robert McKee

    Children have an innate love for stories as they teach us about life, ourselves and about others. Stories create magic and a sense of wonder at the world. A good story telling session can do wonders to a learner’s imagination and can really work at enhancing the expressions.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized a story telling session for the students of Classes III and IV on 8 th May, 2023. The story session was conducted by Ms. Neelam Narang, a trained story teller from Kathalya. She is also a certified soft skill trainer, a child counsellor and therapeutic art life coach. The school Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal felicitated the resource person and shared with children the importance of reading books. The students were engrossed with the clever story telling skills as Ms. Neelam narrated the thematic stories – ‘Jungle story’ and ‘Bala and Bookasur’. They enjoyed the impersonations of different characters by the storyteller and seemed transported into an imaginary word. The session ended with the students doing related craft activities. It was indeed a magical experience for the students.

  • A visit to Bar-be-que Nation

    Maxfort School, Pitampura always believes in providing a holistic learning experience to its students. Maxfortians were treated to a visit to Bar-be-que Nation in association with NIE students edition- The Times of India. It was indeed a heart warming gesture by TOI to appreciate the prompt. The students got a chance to explore the kitchen and their taste buds were treated with exotic food. The students were ecstatic and enjoyed the trip immensely.

  • Felicitation Ceremony

    “Self– belief and hard work will always earn success’.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura felicitation ceremony of class V for AAA was held to motivate and appreciate learners who secured A1 in arithmetic and aptitude skills. Our respected principal Ma’am Ms. Mona Lakhanpal congratulated and felicitated learners by providing certificates, medals and badges. The learners were delighted and enthusiastic on receiving the award of excellence.

  • Report on ‘The Creative Campaign’

    Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated ‘Linguafest -English Language Fiesta’ from 24th to 28th April, 2023. The students have presented the importance of English language by showcasing their creativity and talent through various activities. The students of class VI presented the activity ‘The Creative Campaign’ with great zeal and enthusiasm. The purpose of the activity was to acquaint the students with promotional strategies in marketing. The students came up with unique ideas and well written scripts. The events helped them enhance their skills in expressions, voice modulation and dialogue delivery. The event showcased creative and innovative advertisements on popular brands and products using a variety of props. Overall the event was engrossing and entertaining for one and all.

  • English Language Fiesta “Linguafest”

    ‘Language gives shape to our thoughts and colours to our imagination.’

    To help the students appreciate the world from a different perspective and inculcate in them a love for the English language, Maxfort School, Parwana Road celebrated English Language Fiesta “Linguafest” from 23rd April till 28th April 2023.

    The activity ‘Hype Your Brand’ was conducted for the students of Class VII. The students brought an object from home and had given it a life by exaggerating the object using adjectives and various figurative speech. The students captivated everyone’s attention with their resourcefulness and confidence. They were found listening with rapt attention. Overall, it was a great learning experience which was thoroughly enjoyed by the children.

  • International Dance Day Celebration (Classes IV – V)

    ‘Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass, its about learning to dance in the rain.’ From Salsa to Tango, Kathak to Odissi, dance is an expression of life. The students of Classes IV-V of Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated International dance day through a special assembly. The young maxfortians presented Alphabet dance which left the audience spell bound. They shared information on International dance day and the importance of dance. The aim was to make the students aware that dance is important for better coordination, agility and flexibility, improved balance, increased physical confidence and improved mental functioning.

  • Hockey Week

    Mini hockey is a fun and exciting sport that the students enjoy. A Mini Hockey week was organised by Maxfort School, Pitampura for the young Maxfortians of Classes I, II and III in the month of April.

    During the week,the students learnt the basic skills of holding the hockey stick with grip. Dribbling which is an essential skill, was also practiced with the students. The students also learnt the skill of kicking the ball with their feet.

    Thus Mini Hockey Week was a great way for students to learn teamwork, communication and sportsmanship. It also was an excellent way to stay active and healthy while having fun. With practice students can improve their skills and develop a life long love for this exciting sport.

  • Table Tennis Tournament Week

    “Kids playing sports should be about learning the game they’re playing and having fun doing it.”
    John Tuozzo

    Table tennis also known as ping-pong and whiff-whaff, is a racket sport derived from tennis. It can promote strategic and creative thinking, increases alertness and concentration, stimulates increased brain function and improves long-term memory.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized inter house Table Tennis Tournament week for students of Classes IV to VIII from 17th April to 21st April, 2023. Overseas studies have shown that students achieved improved attention levels after regularly playing table tennis and enhance their academic performance. It is also well known that exercise releases endorphins, which can improve mood, sleep, self-esteem and even help relieve anxiety and depression. There are also social benefits to playing table tennis, with the opportunity to make new friends through a shared interest. Table tennis also helps improve hand-eye coordination, balance, reflexes and predictive skills. The Table tennis week aimed at harnessing the benefits of playing this sport. The zeal and enthusiasm of the students was reflected during the matches.

  • Classes IV-VIII Earth Day Celebration

    “The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.”
    Robert Swan

    Once again, its that special time of the year! Maxfortians can’t wait for Earth Day 2023, which is just around the corner. Students of Classes IV – VIII of Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated the occasion by conducting special assemblies and participating in varied activities like Doodle Art (Environment escapade and graffiti wall painting plastic is not fantastic).

    The students came together to show their support for the planet and pledged to do their part in protecting it in tandem with this year’s theme – Invest in our Planet”. They showcased their musical skills by singing a Rap song to protect the Earth. The Nukkad Natak on celebration of Eid interspersed with ways to protect our environment was indeed thought – provoking. The versatile dancers celebrated the festival of Eid by doing a scintillating dance.

    Our School Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal applauded the efforts of the students and facilitators of Ruby and Topaz house and reminded everyone that our continuing effort in our daily life will make this beautiful planet thrive. So, this earth day, let’s remember how closely we are connected to the Earth, as well as our response to protect it.

  • Classes I- III Earth day Celebration

    Earth Day is celebrated on April 22nd every year to raise awareness about the importance of taking care of our planet and preserving it for future generations. On this Earth Day, the students of Classes I to III of Maxfort School ,Pitampura took part in various activities to show their support for the cause.

    The students of Class I participated in a Nature Walk in the school premises. They were taken on a guided tour by their facilitators, who pointed out various plants and trees and their importance in our ecosystem. The students were excited to see a variety of plants and trees, and they were told about the important role they play.

    The students of Class II participated in a Plantation Drive to a nearby park. The MCD Councillor, Ms. Shikha Gupta Bhardwaj helped the students in planting the saplings in the park, and explained the students how to take care of them. The students were also told about the importance of planting trees and how plants help in reducing air pollution and providing us with oxygen. The little learners were enthusiastic about planting the saplings and promised to take care of them.

    The students of Class III did an activity- Expressions of Earth in which they drew pictures of earth depicting its emotions of being happy and sad. They were asked to draw their interpretation of what the Earth would look like if it were a living being. Some of the students drew pictures of the Earth smiling, with birds and animals around it, while others drew pictures of the Earth crying with polluted air and water. The drawings were a creative way for the students to express their feelings about the environment and the importance of protecting it.

    Overall, the activities carried out by the students of Classes I-III were a great way to celebrate Earth Day and raise awareness about the importance of taking care of our planet.

  • Patience, persistence and prescription, make an unbeatable combination for sucess”.

    Napolean Hill.

    The genious protegees of Maxfort School, Pitampura never cease to make us proud. This was clearly evident by the performance of students of Classes VC, VD and VE (Session 2022-23) who secured A1 in arithmetic and aptitude skills conducted by AAA. Our Principal Ma’am Ms. Mona Lakhanpal congratulated the students for their stellar performance and facilitated them by providing medals, badges and certificates. It was indeed a proud moment for the young Maxfortians.

  • World Heritage Day

    World Heritage Day is celebrated on April 18 every year to raise awareness about the importance of preserving and protecting cultural heritage sites around the world. This year, on World Heritage Day, the learners of Class I were shown pictures of various heritage monuments, including the iconic Red Fort. They had a great time colouring the picture of the Red Fort and were made aware of its historical significance. The students of Classes II and III were fortunate enough to go on an excursion to the Qutub Minar, another iconic monument in India. The students were amazed to see the towering structure up close and learn about its history and cultural significance. They also did a worksheet related to different monuments, which helped them understand the architectural features and the history behind it.

    Students of Class III also had an exciting quiz show based on the heritage monuments they had learned about. They were able to showcase their knowledge and understanding of the different monuments and their significance. The quiz show was a great way to engage the students and make learning about heritage sites fun and interactive. Overall, World Heritage Day was a great opportunity for students to learn about and appreciate the rich cultural heritage of their country.

  • Cricket Match – Parents Vs Students

    “Our work is the presentation of our capabilities.”

    – Edward Gibbon Maxfort School, Pitampura believes in fostering a bond between Parents, Students and Facilitators. In tandem with this thought a friendly Cricket Match was organized between Parents and Students of Classes VI-VIII on Saturday, 15.04.2023 in the school ground. The response received was overwhelming. The match played for ten overs was a sight to behold for the spectators. The team of parents and students battled it out with the Trail Blazer students emerging victorious. Man of the match, Best bowler, Best fielder and Girl with the edge titles were awarded to the deserving players. The initiative taken by our Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal was another milestone in the school’s journey to involve parents in academics and events. It provided a window to the parents to not only relish their ward’s academic excellence but also to show them that sports is an integral part of growth and development. It is rightly said, that the family that plays together is the family that stays together.

  • Felicitation Ceremony

    “Self–belief and hard work will always earn success.”

    Maxfort School, Pitampura felicitation ceremony of class V A and V B for AAA was held to motivate and appreciate learners who secured A1 in arithmetic and aptitude skills. Our respected principal Ma’am Ms. Mona Lakhanpal congratulated and felicitated learners by providing certificates, medals and badges. The learners were delighted and enthusiastic on receiving the award of excellence.

  • Baisakhi is a harvest festival

    Baisakhi is a harvest festival which is colourful, boisterous and involves food, music and dance. Across the country, people celebrate the Baisakhi festival with a lot of fun, merriment and enthusiasm. Baisakhi is also significant as it marks the founding of the Khalsa Panth community three hundred years ago by the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh.

    The students of Classes IV to VIII of Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated the occasion of Baisakhi and Ambedkar Jayanti with pomp and gaiety. During the special assembly, the students shared information about the importance of Baisakhi and the story behind the celebration of this festival. Donned in colourful attire, the students set the stage ablaze with their energetic Bhangra dance performance. They also shared information about Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and sensitized the audience about their fundamental rights and duties as well as the importance of our Constitution.

  • Harvest festival of Baisakhi

    On 13th April, the whole of Punjab and many parts of Northern India gear up to celebrate the harvest festival of Baisakhi. It is also significant as it marks the founding of the Khalsa Panth community three hundred years ago by the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. Across the country, people celebrate Baisakhi with a lot of fun, merriment and enthusiasm.

    The students of Classes I – III of Maxfort School, Parwana Road , Pitampura participated enthusiastically in the special assembly. They enjoyed the bhangra dance session immensely . The learners witnessed a scintillating dance performance prepared by the vivacious Maxfortians and thus revelled in the occasion.

    The learners of class II and III also gained information about Dr . B.R. Ambedkar through an activity in the class. Throughout the day, the students also participated in various cultural activities, dance, poetry recitation etc. Overall, the Baisakhi celebration in the school was a great success. The students had a wonderful time, and the festivities helped them to learn more about the rich cultural heritage of India.

    The celebration of Baisakhi in schools plays a crucial role in promoting cultural diversity and strengthening the sense of community among students, and the festivities helped them to learn more about the rich cultural heritage of India. The celebration of Baisakhi in schools plays a crucial role in promoting cultural diversity and strengthening the sense of community among students.

  • National Sibling Day

    National Sibling Day is a special day to honour the unique and special bond between siblings. It is a day to celebrate the love, laughter and share experience that make sibling relationship so important and cherished.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated sibling day with great enthusiasm and zest. The day was marked by a variety of fun filled activities that brought siblings close together and strengthened their bonds.

    The school organised different art and craft activities where the students created different pieces of artwork for their siblings. These activities not only brought out their creative side but also help them in understanding each other’s strength and weaknesses.

    The celebration of National Sibling Day was a great success and the activities organised by the school help to Foster a sense of appreciation and gratitude among the students towards their siblings.

  • “Our work is the presentation of our capabilities.”

    – Edward Gibbon

    ‘Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself’ and this is the motto of the various clubs in Maxfort school, Pitampura. The clubs let the learners to be themselves and to enhance their latent talent. In addition to nurturing the student’s potential, the club presentations allow them to showcase what they have imbibed in these clubs throughout the year.

    The students of Classes IV-VIII of various clubs like Public Speaking, Chef, Art and craft, dance, music, calligraphy, yoga, robotics etc. showcased their talent through the club presentation during the assemblies in the month of February. The presentations exhibited the talent and skills of the students. The leaners of Public Speaking performed confidently on the topics – Mask it up as a superhero and Ad- Mad Show. The young chefs prepared tasty, nutritive and time saving delicacies – Vegetable sandwich and Chocolate lollipops.

    The robotic club students showcased their creativity and innovation by making working models of crane and windmill. The students of the other clubs showcased the various skills acquired throughout the session through their presentations. The Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal appreciated the efforts put in by the students and facilitators.

  • Holi Celebration

    Holi, the festival of colors, is one of the most vibrant and joyful celebrations in India. It is a time when people come together to celebrate the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. In schools across the country.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized a grand Holi celebration for the students of classes I- III.

    On the day of the celebration, the school was decorated with colorful rangolis, streamers, and balloons. Students dressed in white, which is traditional attire for Holi, arrived to join the fun.

    The celebration began with a special assembly, where the teachers told the significance of Holi and the importance of celebrating it in a safe and responsible manner. The students enjoyed the puppet show showcased by the facilitators. They reminded the students to respect everyone’s boundaries and play Holi in a way that does not harm others.

    After the puppet show the real fun began! Students enjoyed the music and the dance sessions. The music played, and the atmosphere was electric as students danced and sang to the beats. The facilitators also joined in the fun, and the school was filled with laughter and joy.

    To add to the excitement, the school organized various games and activities for the students.

    The highlight of the celebration was the selfie corner which made the celebration an unforgettable one.

    In conclusion, the Holi celebration at our school was a great success. It was a day filled with fun, laughter, and camaraderie, and everyone went home with happy memories. The event was not only a celebration of our culture and traditions but also an opportunity to strengthen the bonds of friendship and unity among the students and staff. The day was a fun filled one even for the facilitators who sang on the tunes of scintillating Holi songs.

  • “Science is the beautiful gift of humanity. We should not distort it.”

    – APJ Abdul Kalam

    National Science Day is celebrated in India on 28 February each year to mark the discovery of the Raman Effect by Indian physicist Sir C. V. Raman on 28 February 1928. It is celebrated to spread the message about the importance of science used in the daily life of the people and to display activities, efforts and achievements in the field of science for human welfare.

    The little learners of class I did a fun and educational activity of ‘leaf impressions’ to learn about the different shapes and patterns found on leaves as well as the importance of plant life in our eco system.

    The Maxfortians of classes II and III had a ‘Garden visit’. This enriching experience helped our learners to appreciate the beauty and importance of nature.

    The students of Classes IV and V presented advertisement on any well-being product during the ‘Ad mad’ activity. The aim was to stimulate enquiry and scientific temperament and highlight the relevance of science and technology in saving our lives. The students of Classes VI- VIII of Maxfort School, Pitampura, observed National Science Day by participating enthusiastically in a plethora of activities in tandem with this year’s theme- ‘Global Science for Global Wellbeing’, They participated in ‘Voice of Science’ activity and gave speech/ Just a minute presentation on various well-being related topics.

  • Cyber security workshop

    In today’s digital age, cyber fraud and crime have become a significant concern for individuals and organizations alike. With the increasing use of technology, it is essential to understand the risks and dangers associated with the online world. To raise awareness and educate students about the potential dangers of cyber fraud and crime, Maxfort School organized a workshop on this subject on 16th February 2023 for the students of Classes VI- VIII.

    The workshop was conducted by a team of experts who have extensive knowledge and experience in the field of cybersecurity. They began by discussing the different types of cyber fraud and crime, such as phishing, identity theft, and malware attacks. They also explained how cybercriminals use these techniques to gain access to personal and confidential information.

    During the workshop, students were taught about the importance of online safety and security. The experts provided practical tips and strategies that students can use to protect themselves against cyber fraud and crime. They discussed the significance of strong passwords, avoiding suspicious emails and links, and not sharing personal information online.

    Additionally, the workshop also covered the legal implications of cyber fraud and crime. The experts explained the consequences of engaging in cyber fraud and crime and the impact it can have on an individual’s future prospects. Overall, the workshop was an insightful and informative experience for the students. It helped to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and provided practical tips to help students stay safe online. We hope that this workshop will encourage students to be more vigilant and take the necessary steps to protect themselves against cyber threats.

  • “A library is the only single place you can go to learn something new, be comforted, terrified, thrilled, saddened, overjoyed, or excited all in one day. And for free.”

    – Amy Neftzge

    Library serves as a great platform for learning and making progress in life. The library is filled with adventure and wonder for kids and adults of all ages. Maxfort School, Pitampura organized an educational visit to British Council Library on 10th February, 2023 for the students of Classes VII and VIII. The students enjoyed the movie screening and took a tour of the library. The purpose was to make them aware about the importance of reading books and to satisfy their quest for knowledge. The students enjoyed their field trip and carried along with them great knowledge about the functions and importance of books and libraries in their life!

  • “The heritage of the past is the seed that brings forth the harvest of the future.”

    – Wendell Phillips

    Of the many delightful historical monuments that adorn the lanes of Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb or Humayun ka Maqbara (Maqbara-i Humayun) has a special significance. The 16th-century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun is the first of the great masterpieces of Mughal architecture. Built entirely of red sandstone and marble, the tomb shows considerable Persian influence. It introduced high arches and double domes to Indian architecture. In 1993 it was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO (a United Nations agency).

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized a heritage walk for the students of Classes V to VIII to Humayun’s Tomb. The objective was to introduce the students to a specimen of Mughal architecture. During the pre-visit activity, the students were briefed about its history. Humayun’s Tomb was commissioned in 1569, by his Persian queen Hamidah Banu Begam. The tomb was designed by Persian architect Mirak Mirza Ghiyas. The structure inspired several other significant architectural achievements, including the Taj Mahal.

    The students, accompanied by their facilitators, explored the complex and noted details about the monument. The tomb is situated south of the Purana Qila, on the eastern edge of Delhi. It is set amidst gardens styled in the classical Mughal Char Bagh pattern. A high wall surrounds the gardens on three sides. The garden itself is divided into four parts by two water channels with paved walkways (khiyabans), which terminate at two gates.

    The students took great interest in exploring the mausoleum which stands on a high, wide terraced platform with two bay deep-vaulted cells on all four sides. It has an irregular octagon plan with four long sides and chamfered edges. After this educative walk around the area, the group gathered in a nearby park for refreshments and recreation. It was an enriching excursion for the students and concluded with the post-activity of giving presentations on the monument.

  • “Theatre is a powerful art form, It teaches lessons about life,Society and emotion and more importantly yourself.”

    – Anastasia Roberts

    Maxfort School , Parwana Road,Pitampura hosted it’s 15 th ‘Theaterama’ on 24 th January, 2023 with great pomp and show. The entire stage came alive with the performances of the students of Classes IV-VIII. The event began by lighting of the lamp by the Chief guest, School principal- Ms. Mona Lakhnapal and other dignitaries to invoke the blessings of the Almighty. The young musicians left the audience wanting for more as they played different instruments and sang a medley of patriotic songs in their own innovative way with flavours of classical and rap in the Musical Orchestra- Azaadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. The students set the stage on fire with their breath taking dance performance in Ganesh Vandana. Maxfortians saluted all mothers for their unconditional love and devotion through their mesmerizing enactment in the heart wrenching play- ‘Ma-Ammi’ interspersed with tantalizing dance performances. The entire auditorium pulsated with scintillating music and a lively crowd. The audience was captivated to see the theatrical skills of the budding actors, musicians and dancers and applauded the efforts and hard work put in by the students and facilitators.

  • “I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, The most immediate way in which a human being can share With another the sense of what it is to be a Human being.

    – Oscar Wilde

    Maxfort School , Parwana Road, Pitampura organized it’s 15 th ‘Theaterama’ on 24 th January, 2023 by the students of Classes I-III. The event began by lighting of the lamp by the Chief guest, School principal- Ms. Mona Lakhnapal and coordinators to seek the blessings of the Almighty. The young band of musicians enthralled everyone by their melodious recital of a medley of songs and gave the message of ‘Stop using plastic’. The scintillating dance performance of the students in Ganesh Vandana left the spectators spell bound. The young actors enthralled the audience with their performance in the Musical play- Mowgli Chala Shehar Ki Aur . The flamboyant costumes, melodious euphony, foot tapping dance performances, dramatic story telling left the audience craving for more. The parents were mesmerized by the rainbow of cultural programs presented, the décor and ambience as well as the confidence showcased by the students. The zest and zeal exhibited by the participants and the enthusiastic response of the audience made Theaterama ’22 a successful and memorable event.

  • ‘Life is about the adventures you take and the memories you make. So travel often and live life with open eyes and an open heart’.

    – Katie Grissom

    School adventure trips provide students with a chance to value experiential learning acquire fresh perspectives and build stronger relationships in an informal setting. Maxfort School, Pitampura believes in giving its students a holistic approach towards life. In tandem with the above belief, an adventure trip was organized to camp Nirmit, Uttrakhand for students of classes VI-VIII in collaboration with Treasure Trove India from 3rd January, 2023 to 6th January 2023.

    The enthusiastic group along with the facilitators participated in an array of adventurous activities under the supervision of professional instructors. The day used, to begin with Wake-Up call, morning tea and Warm-Up exercises.

    The view of the camp site was breath-taking. The trainers introduced the students to the rules of camping and they got engrossed in various physical activities like Rappelling, Jumaring, Zipline, Ladder climbing, Trekking, Tent construction and team building games.

    The students also visited Nanital and had guided tour of cave garden and Naini Lake. They also enjoyed performing during the Musical evening.

  • “A good traveller has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving.”

    – Laozi

    School excursions are an important and effective means of motivating students and engaging them in active learning experiences. Outstation trips are carefully planned as part of the educational program.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized an educational excursion for the students of Classes IV and V to Amritsar and Chandigarh from 3rd January, 2023 to 6th January, 2023. The group along with the facilitators and a tour escort boarded the buses for the experiential learning experience. After the travel time, the students and the accompanying facilitators reached Amritsar. The excursion team visited all the places of tourist interest in the Golden city, such as- The Wagah Border, Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh.

    The students were guided through the realms of history as they toured Jallianwala Bagh and watched the Beating Retreat ceremony at Wagah border. The ceremony of the flag lowering in the evening conducted by Indian Border Security Force (BSF) and Pakistan Rangers (PR) at the border was indeed mesmerizing. The students headed to the much-awaited destination- The Golden Temple, the Harmandir Sahib, also called Darbar Sahib, informally referred to as the holiest Sikh Gurudwara located in the city.

    The group then travelled to Chandigarh where they had a guided tour of the Rock garden, Pinjore garden and the Sukhna Lake. The students indulged in revelry and fun by dancing to foot-tapping numbers during the Gala DJ night. The trip was immensely enjoyed by all. The students came back to Delhi on the night of 6th January with numerous pleasurable memories to cherish forever.

  • ‘Life is about the adventures you take and the memories you make. So travel often and live life with open eyes and an open heart’.

    – Katie Grissom

    School adventure trips provide students with a chance to value experiential learning acquire fresh perspectives and build stronger relationships in an informal setting.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura believes in giving its students a holistic approach towards life. In tandem with the above belief, an adventure trip was organized to camp Nimrit, Uttrakhand for students of classes VI-VIII in collaboration with Treasure Trove India from 3 rd January, 2023 to 6 th January, 2023.

    The enthusiastic group along with the facilitators participated in an array of adventurous activities under the supervision of professional instructors. The day used to begin with Wake-Up call, morning tea and Warm-Up exercises. The view of the camp site was breath-taking. The trainers introduced the students to the rules of camping and they got engrossed in various physical activities like Rappelling, Jumaring, Zip line, Ladder climbing, Trekking, Tent construction and team building games.

    The students also visited Nanital and had guided tour of cave garden and Naini Lake. They also enjoyed performing during the Musical evening.

    The camp offered a positive and safe environment where the children could gain confidence and self-esteem. Every activity aimed at honing a different skill. Time away from home made them realize the importance of time management, personal hygiene etc. Students rose up to the challenge and had a great time exploring this new found confidence and independence.

    The trip concluded with unforgettable memories and a quest for many more adventure travels.

  • “A good traveller has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving.”

    – Laozi

    School excursions are an important and effective means of motivating students and engaging them in active learning experiences. Outstation trips are carefully planned as part of the educational program.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized an educational excursion for the students of Classes IV and V to Amritsar and Chandigarh from 3 rd January, 2023 to 6 th January, 2023. The group along with the facilitators and a tour escort boarded the buses for the experiential learning experience. After the travel time, the students and the accompanying facilitators reached Amritsar. The excursion team visited all the places of tourist interest in the Golden city, such as-TheWagah Border, Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh.

    The students were guided through therealms of history as they toured Jallianwala Bagh and watched the Beating Retreat ceremony at Wagah border. The ceremony of the flag lowering in the evening conducted by Indian BorderSecurity Force (BSF) and Pakistan Rangers (PR) at the border was indeed mesmerizing. The students headed to the much awaited destination- The Golden Temple, the Harmandir Sahib, also called Darbar Sahib, informally referred to as the holiest Sikh Gurudwara located in the city.

    The group then travelled to Chandigarh where they had a guided tour of the Rock garden, Pinjore garden and the Sukhna Lake. The students indulged in revelry and fun by dancing to foot tapping numbers during the Gala DJ night.

    The trip was immensely enjoyed by all. The students came back to Delhi on the night of 6 th January with numerous pleasurable memoriesto cherish forever.

  • “Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.”

    – Charles M. Schulz

    Maxfort School, Pitampura organized the ‘Winter Extravaganza’ on 22nd December by the students of Class V. The entire premises buzzed with various activities; fun and frolic completely took over everything. The students along with their facilitators put up various stalls which included games, tattoo corner and food. The school grounds pulsated with scintillating music and a lively crowd. The parents visited the different stalls and engaged in exciting games and savoured the sumptuous delicacies. They got Christmas tattoos made and wrote their wishes on the wish tree. The students wished the audience ‘Merry Christmas’ in different languages through their dance performance. The parents were spell bound by the rainbow of dances presented, the décor and ambience as well as the confidence showcased by the students. The Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal appreciated and applauded the efforts and hard work put in by the students and facilitators. The zest and zeal exhibited by the participants and the enthusiastic crowd of visitors made the ‘Winter Extravaganza’ a memorable one.

  • Excursion to Bal Bhavan on Wednesday, 30 November, 2022

    Bal Bhavan offers a free environment to children for expressing their ideas through the wide range of activities like science activities, literary activities, creative arts, photography, integrated activities, performing arts, physical activities, museum techniques and publication-related activities. The students of Class III of Maxfort School, Pitampura went for an excursion to Bal Bhavan on Wednesday, 30 November, 2022. The students saw museums of various types on historical and mythological characters. They also visited the ‘Bharat Mahan’ where they saw the glimpses of the village life and machineries of ancient time along with ‘Jawahar Aquarium’ where the children saw various kind of fishes that brought a lot of excitement and astonishment among the learners. They also visited the art gallery. Altogether the excursion was an ultimate experience for them.

  • Marvelous Maxfortians of Class I

    You are never too young to learn. The marvelous Maxfortians of Class I of Maxfort School, Pitampura are learning all about community helpers and how a city functions better because of the people who care for it. So, they set out to visit the Fire Station, in Rohini on 30th November 2022 in keeping with the theme. It was a delight to see them interact with the firemen and learn how they come together as a team to fight tough situations.

    Our students know that water is best to put out the fire. They also saw how a ladder is used to reach heights, how water is sprayed through the hose pipe, and even memorized the helpline number. They were also shown the latest fire brigade engines that work with remote. the children displayed their curiosity and inquisitiveness all through the experience. The excursion was insightful and interesting. It was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

  • “Why fit in when you were born to stand out.”

    – Dr. Seuss

    Peer pressure is pressure from others to conform to the behaviors, attitudes, and personal habits of a group. Sometimes kids within a group will pressure other kids to participate in bullying. Teens are influenced every day by their peers. In fact, every time a teen spends time with their peers, they are being influenced. Even though they may not realize it, just by spending time together they are learning from one another. Sometimes peer influences can be positive like encouraging each other to try new things or step out of their comfort zone in a positive way. But peer pressure also can be negative, especially when it relates to bullying and addiction.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura conducted an interactive workshop on ‘Life skills-Bullying and peer pressure for the students of Classes VII and VIII on 21st November, 2022. During the workshop, the students were told about the negative impact of bullying, how not to be swayed by the group, and to maintain their own individuality. The students also made posters on the given topics. They engaged in detailed analysis of the topics through debate on 22nd November 2022. The winners were felicitated with certificates and medals. The aim of the workshop was to empower children to speak out around any issue in relation to their safety, mental health, and emotional well-being.

  • Classroom libraries are an integral and effective teaching and learning tool at Maxfort Pitampura.

    The Maxfortians of Classes I to VIII have immediate and ongoing access to interesting and engaging books in their classrooms exhibiting higher reading achievement, better comprehension and an increased vocabulary. As the students are provided with well-designed classroom libraries, they interact more with books, use their free time constructively, spend more time reading and exhibit more positive attitudes towards reading.

    Books ranging from easy to challenging are included in the library to meet the varied abilities of students.

    Having books readily available in the classroom supports independent reading, personal exploration, project research, and individual assessment.

    A classroom library functions as a gathering place for students to meet and talk about their reactions to books with peers and facilitators. These exchanges encourage comprehension and critical thinking. Thus classroom libraries serve as the backbone of the classroom’s daily learning activities at Maxfort School.

  • ‘Science is a beautiful gift to humanity; we should not distort it.’

    – A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

    World Science Day for Peace and Development is an annual tradition, commemorated on November 10, to celebrate how science promotes global peace and development. The many inventions and discoveries of scientists have helped to promote, amongst others, economic development, poverty reduction, literacy, and better nutrition for millions of people around the world. The purpose of celebrating this day is to remember the achievements of science in achieving global peace and to continue investment in scientific education and research. This year’s celebration highlights the importance of “Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development”.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura, observed World Science Day on 10th November reiterating the belief that learning by doing has a profound impact on the development of scientific temper among the children. The students of Classes IV- VIII participated enthusiastically in the science exposition ‘Science, science everywhere’. The corridors were vibrant with beautiful science theme related class boards and the hustle and bustle of the young scientists. The students conducted experiments, science fun activities and showcased many working models and illustrative charts on the various themes chosen by them like- Sustainable development, Education…ideas and invention, Balance, Health and nutrition, Cycle, oil, Water, Cloth, Paper, Wood, Magnets, Light and sound, Environment, Logic etc.

    The young Maxfortians explained the experiments and models and answered the questions posed by the visitors spontaneously and confidently. It was a joyful learning for the students who prepared the projects as well as for those who visited, inquired and gained knowledge from them. The aim was to spread a notable message about the importance of science used in the daily life of the people. This event was a great platform for students to create awareness about Science and Technology.

    Our Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal applauded the efforts of the students who exhibited their learning of concepts through innovative ideas and creativity along with the relentless efforts of their facilitators. The event showed that although we may not be a scientist or a researcher — science is all around us and is a part of everybody’s life.

  • ‘”Children are like buds in a garden and should be carefully and lovingly nurtured, as they are the future of our nation and the citizens of tomorrow.”

    -Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru

    Children’s Day is celebrated every year on 14th November in India, as a tribute to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India and an ardent supporter of children’s education. It is a day to celebrate the innocence of childhood and reaffirm the fact that children are the future of our nation and must be nurtured with care..

    A day marking childhood- Children’s day celebration at Maxfort School, Pitampura, focused on children and their enjoyment. The occasion was celebrated with grand splendour and fiesta. A Special Assembly was conducted for children with endearing presentations by the facilitators. They sang a mellifluous song, performed a number of scintillating dances on foot tapping numbers and dramatized a comic skit.

    The facilitators expressed their love for the students and made it a special occasion for the young Maxfortians. The school Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, addressed the children and shared a few words of wisdom. She appreciated the hard work put in by the entire Maxfort team to make it a special day for the children.

    The campus, decorated with colourful balloons was buzzing with excitement and joy as it was a day wherein fun and frolic dominated. The young Maxfortians enjoyed the ‘Bal Mela’ organized in the school campus having different stations like Tatoo making, Game zone-Monster ball, Pin bowling and Dance mania. The Children participated enthusiastically in the exciting games prepared by their facilitators like Treasure hunt, Guess who am I etc. It was a fun- filled day for the students as they danced to peppy numbers and shared the delicious home-cooked food with their classmates during the Class Party. There was excitement in the air and the little ones left the school with meaningful titles given to them by their class facilitators and a bag full of lovely memories about their special day at school. The celebrations came to an end with the distribution of chocolates in the classes as a small token of love and affection by the School management.

  • Menstrual awareness and hygiene

    Menstruation is a normal and healthy biological process for girls and a natural part of the reproductive cycle. Girls and women need to maintain good menstrual hygiene to uphold their health and dignity. However, in most parts of the world, it remains a taboo and is rarely talked about.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura conducted an informative workshop on ‘Menstrual awareness and hygiene’ for the girls of Classes V-VII. During the workshop, the students were told about the science behind menstruation and the myths surrounding it. The girls were also taught basic hygiene that should be maintained during periods, the importance of a proper healthy diet and safe disposal of sanitary napkins. It helped in sensitising them on various complications arising out of lack of menstrual hygiene. In the end, a question- answer round was also conducted.

  • ‘He who has no faith in himself, can never have faith in God.’

    – Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji

    Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab or Prakash Utsav, is one of the most sacred festivals of Sikhism. The day marks the birth anniversary of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated the festival with great fervour. Kada prashad was distributed to the students. The aim was to uphold the spirit of brotherhood and develop a love for humanity through compassion and a helpful countenance.

  • “Halloween wraps fear in innocence, as though it were slightly sour sweet. Let terror, then, be turned into a treat.”

    – Nicholas Gordon

    Halloween or All Saints’ Eve is observed on 31st October, on the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hollow’s Day. It is a day of activities like trick – or – treating, carving jack – o – lanterns, donning costumes and eating treats.

    The students of Class III of Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated Halloween with a bang. The entire premises exhibited a spooky ambience. The icing on the cake were the parents who wore Halloween costumes to the event. The best dressed father and mother were felicitated by our honourable Principal Ma’am Ms. Mona Lakhanpal.

    The young Maxfortians dramatized their self created stories and sent a shiver down the spine of the audience. The haunting demon dances left everyone awe-struck. The parents enjoyed the devil’s feast prepared by the students and enjoyed playing the horror – filled games. The parents appreciated the hard work put in by the students and facilitators to make the event a success.

  • An excursion to the Traffic Training Park

    On 29th October, 2022 an excursion to the Traffic Training Park at Punjabi Bagh was organised by Maxfort School, Pitampura for the students of class II. The objective of the excursion was to reinforce the theme of Travel and Communicate with a first-hand experience for the young ones. Students were apprised about several commonly seen road signs /symbols. The replica roads in the park were painted as seen on the road. There was a zebra crossing, a pedestrian subway, a foot-over bridge and a footpath to enable the children to visualise the setting.

    The guides advised the children to tell their parents to observe rules and not be in an undue hurry when on the road. It was an enriching hands-on- experience to graphically reinforce the curriculum. Thus the visit was quite inspiring and motivating for the students as they learnt the value of life and how by following the basic rules of Road Safety can save many valuable lives.

  • German language

    German is one of the most renowned language of the world which is widely taught as the third language after English and French. It is the most spoken native language within European Union. Altogether it is the native language of more than 90 million speakers. Maxfort School Pitampura celebrated National German Unity Day and conducted various activities. Students of class IV-VII Celebrated the 3rd October – National German Unity Day with great enthusiasm by making a Paper wheel calendar, Speisekarte-menu card and flap book of Germany.

  • Diwali celebrations

    It is time to remove the darkness of ignorance within us and replace it with the light of hope and knowledge instead.’

    The festival of lights came alive at Maxfort School, Pitampura when the school wore a festive look with decorated pots, diyas and lanterns adorning the corridors of the school. The young Maxfortians of classes I, II and III led the way in spreading the message of celebrating safe and pollution-free Eco-Friendly Diwali.

    The talented Maxfortians dressed up in traditional attire enthralled the audience with their stupendous performances during special assembly. The scintillating and foot tapping dance presentation by the little learners glorified the occasion. They also showed their creativity by making and decorating diyas and crafting beautiful lanterns and drawings related to the festival. Thus both the facilitators and students enjoyed the Diwali celebrations wholeheartedly.

  • “This Diwali , Let us light

    The lamps of love and peace Let us meet each other with kindness Let us help the needy and poor. Let them enjoy the Festival of Light With whatever little we can share.” Keeping the above thought in mind, the students of Class V of Maxfort School, Pitampura conducted a special assembly on the theme- ‘This Diwali Let’s Sprinkle Kindness.’

    The assembly commenced with the students sharing the thought of the day and the current news. The students highlighted the importance of kindness through a speech. A melodious song representing the spread of light and cheer followed, filling the mystical atmosphere with rhythm and symphony. The students dramatized the true spirit of Diwali through a skit on how to be kind to others on this Diwali. The assembly concluded with an address by our Principal Ma’am, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal wherein she emphasized upon the importance of saying ‘No to Crackers’ and urged children to be sensitive to the environment by celebrating a clean and cracker free Diwali. The young Maxfortians endeavoured to create awareness among the audience that the greatest significance of Diwali is to light up new, bright and colourful dreams, fresh hopes and undiscovered ways of kindness.

    Wishing everyone a happy and prosperous Diwali!

  • Special Assembly

    Maxfort School, Pitampura conducted a special assembly, on 30th September 2022, on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra under the guidance of our Principal Ma’am Ms. Mona Lakhanpal.

    The assembly started with a melodious bhajan by the marvellous Maxfortians followed by Laghu Ramayan- a short musical skit to celebrate the victory of good over evil. All the participants looked stunning in their wonderful costumes and displayed enthusiasm. Thus Dussehra was truly celebrated with a spark.

    The celebration was a part of our philosophy of ‘learning by doing’ The Maxfortians learnt values of honesty, respect, humility and obedience, which are the core of our Indian epic, Ramayana.

  • “The path of Truth is as narrow as it is straight.”

    – Mahatma Gandhi

    Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on 2ndOctober every year to mark the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, who was famously known as Mahatma Gandhi. He led India’s freedom movement along with many other national leaders against the British rule in India. His method of non-violence inspired many civil rights movements across the world. The day is also celebrated as the International Day of Non-Violence by the United Nations.

    To mark the occasion, an educational excursion was organized for the students of Classes VI-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura. The students got a wonderful opportunity to visit Gandhi Smriti on 29th and 30th September, 2022. Gandhi Smriti at Old Birla House on Tees January Marg is a venerated place where Mahatma Gandhi’s epic life ended on 30th January 1948. Students were guided through the richly mounted corridors of the museum where there was a pictorial display of the freedom struggle. The students saw the vivid scenes from Gandhi ji’s life. They also walked past the stone imprints of Bapu’s sacred last footsteps at the place of his martyrdom.

    The aim was to sensitize the students about Gandhi ji’s beliefs and principles such as ‘Unity in strength’, ‘Believe in Satyagraha’, ‘Truth and Non Violence are the biggest weapons’. A peep into this great Mahatma’s life surely inspired the students and it was a novel, enriching and enjoyable experience for them.

  • “Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.”

    – Mahatma Gandhi

    Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated every year on 2nd of October to commemorate the birth anniversary of Gandhiji and to pay homage to the greatest son of Mother India. He sacrificed his life while fighting for the freedom of the country.

    To celebrate the day and pay tribute to the greatest freedom fighter and patriotic leader of the country, the students of Classes I-V of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura engaged in various art activities. The students engaged in making Gandhiji’s mask, DIY charkha, Gandhiji’s 3 monkeys and sketching Gandhiji, etc. The young maxfortians participated with great zeal and enthusiasm. Through their creativity, the students tried to display how Gandhiji’s life sets an example for everyone to learn how truth, perseverance and non-violence can lead one towards the attainment of goals.

  • मेरी प्यारी हिंदी भाषा

    वक्ताओं की ताकत है भाषा ,

    लेखक का अभिमान है भाषा।

    भाषाओं के शीर्ष पर बैठी, मेरी प्यारी हिंदी भाषा ।।

    हिंदी भाषा विश्व में बोली जाने वाली प्रमुख भाषाओं में से एक है। विश्व की प्राचीन, समृद्ध और सरल भाषा होने के साथ-साथ हिंदी हमारी ‘राजभाषा’ भी है। यह भाषा है हमारे सम्मान, स्वाभिमान और गर्व की। हिंदी ने हमें विश्व में एक नई पहचान दिलाई है। हिंदी भाषा विश्व में सबसे ज़्यादा बोली जाने वाली तीसरी भाषा है।

    “भाषा बहता नीर मधुर, सुहासिनी पहचान,

    आओ मिलकर इसका, सब बढ़ाएँ सम्मान ।”

    इस विचारधारा को सार्थक करते हुए कक्षा पहली से आठवीं तक के छात्रों ने न केवल इस वर्ष 14 सितंबर को अपितु पूरे सप्ताह अपनी-अपनी कक्षाओं में भिन्न-भिन्न रचनात्मक गतिविधियों को प्रस्तुत कर, हिंदी भाषा के प्रति सम्मान को व्यक्त किया।

    वर्णों का खेल, शब्दों की उड़ान, भाषा के फूल, उल्टा-पुल्टा, सर्वनाम की कुटिया, शब्दों की बूँदें, मुहावरों का जादू तथा स्लोगन लेखन जैसी अनेक ज्ञानवर्धक तथा मनोरंजक गतिविधियों में विद्यार्थियों ने पूरे जोश के साथ भाग लिया। हिंदी दिवस के उपलक्ष्य में एक विशेष प्रार्थना सभा का आयोजन भी किया गया जिसमें कक्षा पहली से तीसरी के विद्यार्थियों ने सरस्वती वंदना, गीत, कहानी मंचन आदि कार्यक्रम प्रस्तुत किए । सभी विद्यार्थियों तथा अध्यापिकाओं ने इस दिवस को उत्साह से मनाया तथा हिंदी भाषा के सम्मान को बढ़ाया।

  • POGO by Maxfortians

    An activity-based workshop was conducted for Maxfortians by ‘POGO’- a cartoon channel on Tuesday,14th September 2022. at Maxfort School, Pitampura. The workshop was full of fun-filled activities for the learners. It started with an introduction about the channel and its programs. After that, the students enjoyed an array of stupendous activities like a quiz session, a dressing-up game, jelly dance etc. held specially for them. The winning teams got the prizes. In the end, a warm-up session was organized where they showed a clipping of a cartoon programme and asked questions from the learners. The workshop delivered education, entertainment and information via fun-filled activity-based exercises and helped children discover their creative potential. Overall, it was an enjoyable session for the students.

  • Grandparents are the family’s greatest treasure

    Grandparents are the family’s greatest treasure, the founders of a loving legacy, the greatest storytellers, and the keepers of tradition. Grandparents are the family’s strong foundation. Through their special love and care, grandparents keep a family close at heart. To honour them Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated Grandparents’ Day on Monday, 12 September 2022. The programme began with the auspicious ‘Lighting of the Lamp’ and the school anthem. Many power-packed dance performances by students left the spectators spellbound and thoroughly mesmerized. The icing on the cake were the games that were specially organised for our dear grandparents’. Our respected Principal Ms. Mona Lakhanpal addressed the gathering and encouraged the students for putting up scintillating performances for their grandparents. Grandparents shared some mesmerizing moments and relived their childhood with the grandchildren. The students made stick puppets for their grandparents and gifted imprints of their hand to their lovely grandparents as a token of love. The success of the event was evident through the joyful smiles and teary eyes of the grandparents as they were overwhelmed to see their grandchildren performing for them.

  • “It’s not good enough for us to have generations of kids that…. look forward to a better version of a cell phone with a video in it. They need to look forward to exploration.”

    – Burt Rutan

    Mobile phones have been a revolution in our society, with a number of benefits and drawbacks. In the last few years, mobile phone usage has increased exponentially among students.Now that young children are growing up in a radio-frequency environment, mobile phones are being used by them for studying, playing games, and browsing the internet. However, many are unaware that it is also very hazardous to their health.

    The students of Class V of MaxfortSchool ,Pitampura organised a special Assembly to sensitize their peers about the harmful effects of excessive usage of mobile phones. They started the assembly with an inspiring thought, followed by delivering the news.

    The hasyakavita recited by the students was really hilarious. The mime enactment by the students was applauded by one and all as it very clearly showed the harmful effects of excessive use of mobiles in different situations of everyday life. Our Principal ma’am, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal congratulated the students and class facilitator for creating awareness among students on such an important topic and for its flawless execution.

  • “Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.”

    – Kofi Annan

    International Literacy Day is celebrated every year on September 8 to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies. UNESCO declared this year’s theme for the International Literacy Day as ‘Transforming Literacy Learning Spaces’. It added that this will be an “opportunity to rethink the fundamental importance of literacy learning spaces to build resilience and ensure quality, equitable, and inclusive education for all.”

    Keeping in tandem with the above theme, the students of Class III and VIII of Maxfort School , Pitampura conducted a special Assembly. The assembly commenced with the thought of the day, followed by news reading.

    The students shared information about the importance of literacy. This was followed by a Quiz session. The Nukkad Natak dramatized by the students highlighted that literacy is a matter of dignity and human right. It also brought the point home that literacy is the foundation of learning. The Maxfortians expressed their views and fervently promoted the significance of literacy through the observance of the day.

  • “A teacher is a compass that activates the magnets of curiosity, knowledge and wisdom in the pupils”.

    It is impossible to imagine our lives without teachers. Teachers play a major role in making their students responsible citizen of tomorrow and good human beings. Teacher’s Day is celebrated on 5th September every year on the occasion of the birth anniversary of India’s second President, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. Teacher’s Day is celebrated all over India as an occasion to appreciate and acknowledge the efforts and hard work of our teachers towards the holistic development of students.

    The students of Classes VII-VIII of Maxfort School, Pitampura organised a special Assembly for all staff members. The program started with a warm welcome of all teachers on dhol beats and conferring badges with titles to them.

    The students sang a melodious song. The dance performance of the Maxfortians on stage exclusively for their teachers was scintillating.

    The next event in the assembly was the most memorable as the student council gifted their teachers with certificates to show their love and affection. Our esteemed Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, dedicated songs, titles and said a few lines highlighting the personality traits of each teacher. It was indeed a joyous day for all the teachers and the special efforts put in by the students were laudable.

  • Celebrating 75 years of Independent India

    As we are celebrating 75 years of Independent India, we should all thank those people who have been heroes in our life, and who have given us strength, courage and inspiration to live. It can be our parents, our helpers, our grandparents, teachers, doctors, guards, policemen, soldiers and anyone who protects you from any evil. Heroes are those who safeguard us from any evil around us. We should celebrate and thank them for being the protective hand for us.

    The students of Classes IV-V of Maxfort School, Pitampura participated in the ‘Heroes without a cape activity’. They made tri-coloured caps for the real heroes in their lives and shared to whom they were going to give the cap to.

    They also celebrated the hero in their lives by honouring them with the cap.

  • Reading through books is not the only medium of learning but fun-filled activities enhance the learning process.

    Keeping this in mind, Hindi Poem Recitation Presentation was organized for the students of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura. It provided an opportunity for the students of Classes I, II and III to exhibit their talent and confidence. Students were inspired to come forward and recite interesting and impressive poems in Hindi. The young poets enthralled the audience with their articulation and memory skills. Props used by them enhanced their presentation. Overall, it was a very enriching experience for the spectators and an enjoyable experience for the participants.

  • ‘Destroy your sorrows;
    Enhance your happiness;
    And create goodness all around you!’

    Happy Ganesh Chaturthi!

    Ganesh Chaturthi, or Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most auspicious festivals observed by Hindus every year.On this day, devotees of Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom and good fortune, bring home the idol of Lord Ganesha, pray to Vighanaharta and ask him to bless them with happiness and prosperity. The festival is celebrated for ten days and is known as Ganeshotsav.

    The students of Class V of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the pious day by conducting a special assembly. The assembly began with the Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal along with facilitators and students worshipping Lord Ganesha and invoking his blessings. The students dramatized a skit on one of the life events of Ganeshji highlighting his devotion to his parents. The young maxfortians responded enthusiastically to the questions related to Ganesh Ji asked by the facilitators. It was a joyous morning for the students and facilitators alike as they came together to celebrate one of India’s most popular festivals.

  • No Bag day

    ‘No Bag day’ has always been so special for the little learners of Classes I, II and III. And this time the highlight was the National Sports Day, which is celebrated every year in India on 29 August to commemorate the birth anniversary of Indian hockey legend, Major Dhyan Chand. The purpose of the celebration is to honour the sporting legend and create awareness about the importance of sporting activities in everyday life, with a focus on fitness and health.

    The students of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura marked the occasion by engaging in a plethora of indoor and outdoor sports activities. The ‘Track and Field’ activities were thoroughly enjoyed by the young Maxfortians. They participated with great zeal and enthusiasm to keep themselves fit and healthy. The aim was to encourage the young generation in sports to not only provide them a healthy lifestyle but also to improve their sportsmanship and leadership qualities.

    The students also engaged themselves actively in different indoor games that they got from home and played in groups. They were acquainted about the importance of ‘Sports’and the relevance of National Sports Day through an interesting and enriching story session held in each class. The little learners were seen playing with true team spirit and the celebration of National Sports Day echoed in the corridors and fields.

  • “Champions keep playing until they get it right.”

    – Billie Jean King

    National Sports Day is celebrated every year in India on 29 August. The day is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Indian hockey legend, Major Dhyan Chand. The purpose of the celebration is to honour the sporting legend and create awareness about the importance of sporting activities in everyday life, with a focus on fitness and health The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura marked the occasion by engaging in a plethora of sports activities. The students and facilitators engaged in Mass PT, took a Sports pledge and enhanced their skills in different sports like Cricket, football, Basketball, badminton, Chess, etc. The young maxfortians participated with great zeal and enthusiasm to keep themselves fit and healthy. The aim was to encourage the young generation in sports to not only provide them a healthy lifestyle but also to improve their sportsmanship and leadership qualities. They tried to spread awareness about sports in their own unique way.

  • Storytelling is one of the oldest forms of teaching. It’s a way to bond and connect with one another.

    *Teachers are storytellers*

    This got proven when a facilitator from Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura introduced an English lesson from a Class III book by dressing up as the main character of the story. The facilitator dressed up as Juan Bobo from the lesson Juan Bobo’s Pot. The story is a folk tale from Puerto Rico. Learners got an opportunity to interact with the main character and ask questions that they had in their minds. The learners also got an opportunity to get themselves clicked with Juan Bobo.

  • ‘A man is made by his beliefs. As he believes, so he becomes.’

    – Lord Krishna

    Janmashtami is a joyous festival celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, the eight incarnations of Lord Vishnu. Janmashtami is also called Gokulashtami, Krishnashtami, Krishna Jayanti, or Krishna Janmashtami. This auspicious Hindu festival is celebrated with great excitement and joy. This year, the festival will be celebrated on Friday, August 19.

    The students of Classes IV- VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the pious day of Janmashtami on 17th and 18th August. The premises was decorated beautifully and the spirit of festivity was enhanced with Jhankis depicting the life history of Lord Krishna. The fragrance of flowers, the soothing aroma of incense and the jingle of bells filled the air as the students rocked Lord Krishna’s palki. The students dressed up in traditional attire and sang mellifluous bhajans in the praise of Lord Krishna. They also showcased their talent by performing various scintillating dances. The students also participated in various creative art and craft activities. The Principal of the school, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal blessed all the students on this auspicious day.

  • Sweeter than honey, tastier than curd, pleasanter indeed than any happiness and joy is the company, is the power of the name of Krishna.

    To seek the blessings of Lord Krishna, Janmashtami was celebrated at The Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura on 18th August 2022 with mirth and joy. The fragrance of flowers, the soothing aroma of camphor and the jingle of bells filled the air. To celebrate the extraordinary bond between children and the Almighty, The Maxfort School took the opportunity to both jubilate and learn with the young minds. The little Maxfortians of class 1 donned in the attire of Lord Krishna, Radha and Gopis looked adorable and presented ‘Krishna Leela’ depicting the life history of lord Krishna. The parents joined virtually and were overwhelmed and nostalgic to see their budding stars performing something special and unique. For parents, it was a pleasure watching the dynamic and energetic children performing zealously. The students also enthralled the audience with their mesmerizing bhajan presentation. As a part of the celebration, various activities like crafting a moor pankh, making of krishna bansuri were conducted for the students of classes II and III. The premise was decorated beautifully and the spirit of festivity was enhanced with Jhankis depicting life history of Lord Krishna.

    The Principal of the school, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal blessed all the students on this auspicious day and gave them the message as always, looking ahead instead of reminiscing on the past.

  • “Good writing is clear thinking made visible.”

    —Bill Wheeler

    Maxfort School, Pawana Road, Pitampura took immense pride in commencing Zonal 2022-23 by hosting the Zonal level Essay writing competition in Hindi and English in the school premises. It was indeed a matter of honour to be bestowed upon the opportunity to be chosen for hosting the first Zonal competition of the academic session 2022-23 of Zone XI. The event began with the lighting of the lamp by the school Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal along with other eminent dignitaries from the zone. The event was graced by Zone SPE- Ms. Kamini Rawat, Cultural Convenor- Ms. Suman Sharma and Secretary- Ms. Jyoti Sharma. The premises was resplendent with the patriotic theme commemorating 75 years of India’s Independence. More than 30 schools participated in the Junior and Senior category. The students wrote their views in a lucid manner. The event harnessed the energy, creativity and initiative of today’s youth in expressing themselves in a coherent manner. The event was judged by the experts in the field. The distinguished guests and panel of judges congratulated the Principal and staff for conducting the event in a well-organized manner.

  • ‘Leaders are the role models who inspire the followers and motivate them to reach the pinnacle of success.’

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura proudly organized “Investiture Ceremony” for the academic session 2022-23 on 13th of August, 2022 in the school premises. The ceremony commenced with the lighting of the lamp by the Principal, Ms.Mona Lakhanpal, eminent chief guest Mr.Rakesh Kumar Singh, commandant of RAF 149 and the school coordinators. Mr.Rakesh Kumar Singh is one of the best officers of CRPF who received Pt. Govind Vallabh Pant Award twice. He addressed the gathering by saying that- “A child’s learning is more important whether it is at home or school. A child learns better by observing the things rather than doing homework. Parents also play an important role in creating a positive learning environment for their children.” The energy and passion of the young Maxfortians was visible in the scintillating dance performance.The air was filled with the mellifluous accord of sounds by the musical presentation and the budding singers mesmerized the audience with an inspirational song.

    The Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, welcomed the parents of the student council members and emphasized their role in shaping their children’s personality especially in the crucial years of their growth. The march-past by all the members of the council was a spectacular step which set the mood for the event. The newly elected student council members pledged to work earnestly and uphold the honour and glory of the institution while receiving their prestigious badges and sash from the Principal. She also administered the oath to the student council.

    She inspired and encouraged the elected leaders to be dutiful and faithful. She reminded them, they are the torch bearers of all the values that the school stands for and urged them to take up the responsibility with commitment and integrity. Her words of advice were highly motivating to the students. It was a proud moment for all the parents to witness their children being invested with great responsibilities while embarking on a new journey as leaders.

    On the same day the school celebrated 76th Independence Day as ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotshav’ to commemorate 75 years of India’s freedom. Flag hoisting was done by the Principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal along with the other eminent dignitaries followed by the soulful rendition of the National Anthem. With the flags held high and head standing tall, Maxfortians also took out a ‘Prabhat Pheri’ to spread the feeling of patriotism.

  • “Freedom in the mind, faith in the words, pride in our hearts and memories in our souls…. Let us salute our nation on this auspicious day!”

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the 76th Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor. The students of Class VI participated in a ‘Prabhat Pheri’ along with their facilitators to instill the feeling of patriotism among the neighbourhood.The students of Classes IV-VIII engaged in a plethora of creative activities like tri-colour badge making, book mark making and board decoration. The young chefs showcased their culinary skills in by preparing an assortment of tri-coloured dishes including Tri-colour sev puri, bread dahi bhalla, tri colour sandesh, Idli chaat along with their facilitators. The students relished the cuisines. The celebrations filled the air with patriotism and it was a tribute to the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for giving us this freedom.

  • Maxfort School Parwana Road, Pitampura Organises Prabhat Pheri on the occasion of 75 years of Independence.

  • “The paths may change as life goes along, but the bond between a brother and sister remains ever strong.”

    Raksha Bandhan, a festival of special bond, love and responsibility, reminisces that siblings should always take care of each other.Remembering this thought, students of Class IV of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the pious day by conducting a special assembly. They showcased a musical skit highlighting the true essence of celebrating Raksha Bandhan. The festival isn’t about exchanging gifts or shopping, but for spreading love and laughter and taking care of their siblings. The students also tied a rakhi on the wrist of their Principal ma’am, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal . Thus, the students sensitively portrayed the values of love and protection.

  • The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.” – Denis Waitley

    To mark the 75th Independence Day of India, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura held a week-long celebration for the learners of Classes I, II and III. The Tricolour week had a plethora of events and activities like cultural fest, quiz sessions, craft work, and a theme party for the students in which they enjoyed the scrumptious tricolour food. The students came dressed as national leaders and freedom fighters and shared about themselves. The special assembly allowed the participants to express their patriotic ideas and showcase their talent through patriotic poems, dance performances, etc. The students showed the spirit of pride and patriotism as they participated in these events with great zeal and enthusiasm.

  • 12 अगस्त 2022 विश्व संस्कृत दिवस के रूप में मनाया गया। संस्कृत भाषा संसार की सबसे प्राचीन भाषाओं में से एक है। यह अनेक भारतीय भाषाओं की जननी है। हिंदू संस्कृति के सभी वेदों और पुराणों की भाषा है इसलिए इसे देव भाषा भी कहा जाता है। श्रावणी पूर्णिमा के दिन मनाया जाने वाला संस्कृत दिवस अपने आप में बहुत अनूठा दिन है। यह दिन संस्कृत भाषा को सीखने और इसे जानने के महत्त्व की बात करता है। 12 अगस्त को मैक्सफोर्ट स्कूल पीतमपुरा में यह दिन हर्षोल्लास से मनाया गया। संस्कृत दिवस मनाने हेतु विशेष प्रार्थना सभा की गई तथा संस्कृत सप्ताह मनाया गया। संस्कृत सप्ताह में कक्षा IV से VIII तक के विद्यार्थियों द्वारा अनेक रचनात्मक क्रियाकलाप किए गए। संस्कृत शब्दकोश, सुंदर वॉल हैंगिंग, संस्कृत सुवचनों से सुसज्जित पुस्तक के आवरण का निर्माण किया गया। कविता एवं श्लोक वाचन किया गया। इस प्रकार विभिन्न गतिविधियों द्वारा छात्रों में उत्साह भाषा को अधिक समझने और जानने की इच्छा का संचार किया गया।

  • Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organized a Crazy Ads Presentation for the students of Classes I-III on 29th July 2022. Students presented a self-made advertisement for various imaginary products like Natural Herbal Oil, Mumma’s Chocolate, Clean and Shine Toothpaste, etc. It was a pleasure to watch imaginative and creative minds coming together in an enthusiastic and energetic manner with such clarity of communication. The aim of the presentation was to use language skills in a creative way. It helped them to develop communication and acting skills including stage performance. It also gave them the platform to unveil their abilities in the best possible way. The learners presented their products using expressive and innovative props. It was an enriching experience for all the learners.

  • Conservation means a wise use of the Earth and it’s resources. There is enough on Earth for everybody’s need, But not enough for everybody’s greed.

    These words were very well reminded and repeated through the assembly by Class IV D students of Maxfort School,Parwana Road on 26.07.22 . They presented their views and made the audience aware that we should protect our earth and make a wise use of its resources. The students presented a sapling of Mango tree to the school which was planted by the honourable Principal ,Ms. Mona Lakhanpal in the school ground. She also told the students to take care of the plant regularly.

    It was indeed a special assembly with a special intention of creating consciousness among the students to respect the nature and protect it.

  • “Every antagonist is a protagonist in his own way.” Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura, organized a poster-making activity on 23rd July 2022 to enhance the creative and analytical skills of the students. The students were asked to create a wanted poster for a story’s antagonist. The students depicted the negative characters from famous stories and historical and mythological backgrounds in a very creative way. The aim of conducting the activity was to make the students understand that the difference between the protagonist and the antagonist lies in choosing inappropriate ways of using power. The students displayed their artistic skills and participated with immense zeal and enthusiasm.

  • Le 14 juillet, la Fête Nationale Française – Bastille Day

    French is one of the most influential and important languages in the world. It is one of the top three most useful languages for business after English and Mandarin Chinese. It is the official language of 29 countries. 65 countries in the world are enlisted under the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (International Organisation of Francophonie) which means the countries where the customary language is French or where a large number of the population speaks French.

    Maxfort School, Pitampura celebrated National Day of France and conducted various engaging activities. The students of Class IV – VIII celebrated the 14th of July – National Day of France with great enthusiasm by making leaflets of the French Alphabet. They made a creative wall hanging of names of the days and months, book covers wrote quotes, and tongue twisters in French. The aim of the activities was to increase the fluency of the students in the language and make them appreciate the importance of other languages.

  • “Every Morning is a new opportunity to do things you missed yesterday.”

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura welcomed the students after a relaxed summer vacation. To extend a formal welcome, a special assembly was conducted by the students of class VII. The assembly commenced with the Morning Prayer which is believed to provide peace and serenity to the minds and souls, followed by news and thought of the day. The theme of the assembly was ‘A Good Listener is a Good Observer’. Being a good listener means focusing on the person who’s speaking, not to interrupt or respond but rather just to hear them out. A good listener always learns something new every day. A dance was presented by the facilitators on Ram, Sam, Sam song that focused on brain and hand coordination. The students also performed the dance with full vigour and vitality. The assembly culminated with the rendition of the National Anthem.

  • National Doctors’ Day

    “When there are tears, you are a shoulder. When there is pain, you are a medicine. When there is a tragedy, you are a hope.”

    National Doctors’ Day is celebrated on July 1st every year. The day recognises and celebrates the invaluable contribution of physicians towards serving mankind. The day is also observed to honour the legendary physician and the second Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr.Bidhan Chandra Roy.

    Doctors are the real heroes fighting at the forefront to save millions of lives around the globe. Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated National Doctors’ Day to pay tribute to all medical practitioners for their ethical and relentless service to the humanity.The celebration was an attempt to emphasize on the value of doctors in our lives and to express our gratitude towards them. The young Maxfortians of Classes IV-VIII showcased their talent and expressed heartfelt gratitude to doctors through dance, role play, designing beautiful cards, posters etc. Children actively participated in the celebration and thanked all the medical practitioners who are working tirelessly for the humanity.

  • Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura believes that what facilitators are taught, reflects the practices that can actually make a positive difference in student learning. To equip the digital literacy among the educators the school organised workshops on Screencast-O-Matic, Movie Maker, Inshot, Google Form, Python, Canva and Flipbook in the month of May and June 2022. The workshops were facilitated by Mr. Asif and Mr. Shubham from V3M Technologies. The main objective of these workshops was to deliberate on the need for equipment and IT literacy among the facilitators. The insightful and useful workshops helped facilitators and the students organize assignments, boost collaboration, and foster better communication. The sessions fostered the skills among the facilitators to organize day-to-day tasks, communication and foster greater collaboration.

  • “Yoga is not a religion. It is a science, a science of well-being, a science of youthfulness, a science of integrating body, mind and soul.”

    – Amit Ray

    Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. The essence of yoga is balance – not just balance within the body or that between the mind and the body, but also balance in the human relationship with the world. Yoga emphasizes the values of mindfulness, moderation, discipline and perseverance. When applied to communities and societies, Yoga offers a path for sustainable living. Yoga can be an important instrument in the collective quest of humanity for promoting sustainable lifestyle in harmony with planet Earth. In keeping with this spirit, the theme for this year’s Yoga Day celebrations is “Yoga for Humanity.”

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road organized a morning yoga session for the students, parents and facilitators in Japanese park, Rohini on the occasion of International Yoga Day. The participants began with the warm up session and then practiced Surya Namaskar, Pranayama and different asanas like Pavanamuktaasana, Bhujangasana, Dhanurasana, Padamasana etc. The session received an overwhelming response from the enthusiastic participants.

  • “Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees.”

    -B.K.S Iyengar.

    A few minutes of Yoga during the day can be a great way to get rid of stress that accumulates daily, in both, body and the mind. Yoga postures, Pranayama and meditation are effective techniques to release stress.

    Meditation is relaxation and rejuvenates the body and mind. With this aim in mind, ‘Yoga session’ was organized on the 30th April, 2022, for the entire staff of Maxfort School, Parwana Road. The facilitators participated with full interest, enthusiasm and eagerness. The session began by seeking the blessings of the Almighty by chanting the Gayatri Mantra. Asanas starting with warming up and stretching were followed by a series of Padmasanas, Sukhasan, Tadasana, BhujangAsana and ending with Shavasana. Exercises for relieving stress, reducing joint pain and enhancing the flexibility of the back were also done for the benefit of the facilitators. The Principal , Ms.Mona Lakhanpal, motivated the staff and conveyed the importance of making yoga an integral part of their daily life by extending the practice of yoga beyond the mat. The session was very refreshing, reviving and relaxing.

  • “Sports do not build character. They reveal it.”

    -John Wooden.

    The importance of sports encompasses more than just the benefit of physical activity. It helps in enhancing self-esteem and mental alertness. Also, it teaches punctuality, discipline and teamwork. A friendly six over match was organized for the entire staff of Maxfort School, Parwana Road on 7th May, 2022. The facilitators participated with zeal and vigour.

    The enthusiastic crowd experienced a thrilling performance with the two teams exhibiting their best in the limited six over match. The match exhibited sportsmanship from both the teams.While the winners were cheered, the efforts of the runners up was equally appreciated. Both the teams presented an impressive show.

  • “We cannot stop natural disasters, but we can arm ourselves with knowledge: so many lives wouldn’t have to be lost if there was enough disaster preparedness.”

    -Petra Nemcova.

    The effectiveness of coping with disasters depends on how well prepared we are to deal with disasters. The objective of mock drill is to review the emergency preparedness plan of the organization and evaluate the quality of standard operating procedure.

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road conducted ‘Mock evacuation drill’ on 29th April 2022 for the entire school to create awareness and preparedness during calamities. The students were trained to be alert, quick and responsible, follow instructions, maintain calm and avoid panic to avert stampede and casualties. The main aim of the drill was to build courage and confidence amongst students and for strengthening our capacity to cope with disasters and also to minimise the impact of the disasters.

    The facilitators positioned themselves at pre decided vantage points to guide and assist the students as soon as the alarm went off. The students quickly moved out in proper lines as per the evacuation plan displayed on each floor. The students, facilitators and other ancillary members evacuated the school building in 3 minutes. The drill focused on activation of the full response system, incorporated decision making and life safety aspects and was followed by a review session.

  • हिंदी शिक्षण

    हिंदी शिक्षण में नवीनता लाने तथा रोचक गतिविधियों से परिचित करवाने हेतु माननीय भारती आनंद द्वारा मैक्सफोर्ट स्कूल, परवाना रोड पीतमपुरा में 25 मई 2022 को हिंदी कार्यशाला का आयोजन किया गया । श्रीमती भारती आनंद हिंदी भाषा के क्षेत्र में अनुभवी तथा प्रतिभाशाली व्यक्तित्व हैं । श्रीमती भारती आनंद जी ने एन. सी.ई.आर.टी तथा एस. सी.ई.आर.टी. द्वारा आयोजित अनेक कार्यशालाओं में सक्रिय योगदान दिया है । लगभग 45 नाटकों का लेखन तथा निर्देशन किया है। हिंदी भाषा से संबंधित ऐसे ही अनेक क्षेत्रों में इनकी महत्त्वपूर्ण भूमिका रही है। इनके नेतृत्व में हिंदी विभाग की सभी शिक्षिकाओं ने गतिविधियों के द्वारा भाषा को रोचक तथा सरल बनाने हेतु जानकारी प्राप्त की । यह कार्यशाला अत्यंत रोचक तथा ज्ञानवर्धक थी

  • Workshop on Mathematics

    Maxfort School, Pitampura, organized a workshop on Mathematics on 24th May,2022. The workshop was conducted by Dr. Pallavi Kaul. She is working as a Content Evaluator in Chemistry with NCERT. She has also been working as a reviewer and editor of International and National Journals. She has conducted many workshops on development of E-content modules. The main objective of the workshop was to enlighten the teachers about the application of concepts in real life. She emphasized on different strategies to strengthen the conceptual knowledge of students.

    The ELPS technique (Experience, Language, Picture, Symbols) suggested by her was an innovative strategy that can help the children to understand the concepts better. She also talked about developing Mathematics Dictionary for better understanding of difficult terms. She explained the Bar Modelling Strategy for Word Problem Solving.

    R: Read the problem carefully
    C: Circle the numbers
    U: Underline the question
    B: Box in the key words
    E: Eliminate the information
    P: Plan to solve

    The workshop was very interesting and knowledgeable and highlighted the problem-solving strategies in Mathematics. It was an enriching and fruitful session for the facilitators.

  • Theme based Learning

    Maxfort Schol, Parwana Road, Pitampura organized a workshop on “Theme Based Learning” on the 20th of May 2022. The workshop was conducted by Mrs Anjali Singh, the Senior Editor & Trainer at Ratna Sagar Pvt Ltd. The main objective of the workshop was to enlighten the teachers about the effective use of theme-based learning as a teaching pedagogy. In her session she talked about a theme-based classroom which facilitates active learning using brainstorming and sharing of ideas, eventually causing analysis of old ideas and synthesis of new ones.

    When students learn through a theme, they are learning in context. This not only helps students understand what they are learning (and why they are learning it). Consequently, this helps students remember what they have learned. She also talked about “The Theory of Multiple Intelligences” by Harvard psychologist Howard Gardner, that people have different abilities and talents. He called them the “intelligence and he identified eight of them:

    Linguistic intelligence
    Logical-mathematical intelligence
    Visual-spatial intelligence
    Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence
    Musical intelligence
    Interpersonal intelligence
    Intrapersonal intelligence
    Naturalist Intelligence
    Spirituality

    Theme-based learning integrates different learning areas and skills. Because of this variety, this thematic learning approach can incorporate different bits of intelligence and cater better to children with different learning needs. The idea of Activity-Based Teaching and Learning is rooted in the fact that children are active learners rather than passive recipients of information only. If the child is provided with the opportunity to explore on his/her own and provided an optimum learning environment, then the learning becomes joyful and long-lasting. The workshop was an enriching and motivating interactive session. It was highly appreciated by all the facilitators.

  • Effective Teaching of Spoken English

    To keep the staff updated with new ideologies and methods, Maxfort School organised a Workshop for the facilitators on 18th May 2022. The Workshop on Spoken English was organised by Oxford University Press. The resource person of the workshop, Dr Sabina Pillai, has expertise in all levels of education and critical thinking skills. The workshop was extensively engaging and focused on the acquisition of language. She emphasized the ways of enhancing productive skills in children. She presented many innovative ideas for engaging the students in the classroom thereby improving their speaking and listening skills. The workshop was very interesting and educative and was an enriching experience for all the facilitators.

  • Mother’s Day

    “All that I am, or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.”

    —Abraham Lincoln

    “MOTHER’- A ray of sunshine, a rainbow of colours on a cloudy day. The one who leaves no stone unturned to fill our lives with happiness always. Mother is the real superhero of an individual’s life. The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Pawana Road, Pitampura paid tribute to the most important and adorable person, ‘Mother’ by making it a special day for them in their unique and creative way. The students engaged in a plethora of activities to express their love and gratitude towards their mother like making love box filled with warm messages, designing paper shopping bags etc. as a surprise for their mother.

    Mother’s Day celebration is all about honouring mothers, motherhood and the most special role of moms in everyone’s lives. On the occasion of Mother’s day, Maxfortians seized the opportunity to thank their mothers for all the love and dedication they put in through the years by giving them certificates to acknowledge their undying efforts. Rightly said by Cardinal Mermillod, “A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.”

  • Happy Mothers’ Day

    “Mothers love – a brilliant GEM to be treasured.”

    The day that recognizes the essence of a mother was celebrated in high spirits and merriment by the students of Classes I, II and III of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura.

    The mothers joined virtually and were overwhelmed and nostalgic to see their budding stars performing something special and unique to bring a smile on their beloved mother’s face. For mothers, it was a pleasure watching the dynamic and energetic children performing zealously. The proud mothers also enjoyed an activity specially conducted for them.

    Heart-warming feelings filled the air with intimacy, gratitude, appreciation and acknowledgement- the little ones proudly echoed and enchanted ‘Happy Mothers’ Day’ and intensely and devotedly spoke about their mothers.

    The Maxfortians also passionately got involved in making beautiful craft handouts for their mothers and presented it to their mothers along with a well designed certificate which they prepared specially for their mothers.

    All in all, it was an enjoyable and memorable day for each and every child and mother.

  • Labour Day

    “No work is insignificant. All labour that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.”

    – Martin Luther King, Jr.

    Labour Day or International Workers; Day is observed each year on the first day of May to celebrate the achievements of the working class. The day is also called May Day. It honours and celebrates the accomplishments and contributions of labourers and workers.

    The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura couldn’t have picked up a better day to thank and express their gratitude to the Class IV employees who work their fingers to the bone and keep the wheels of an organisation rolling. The students made beautiful badges and medals which they gave to the maids, janitors, guards and other ancillary staff as a mark of their industrious contribution to the school. To make it a special day, the Maxfortians turned into chefs and made laddoos, sandwiches and mojito which were served to the Class IV employees and were relished by them.

    The facilitators enlightened the students about the contribution of labourers to our society and how they are the key components of the growing economy. The students participated exuberantly in the activities which were designed to foster a better understanding of the importance of the labour community. The aim was to encourage them to recognise the dignity of labour.

  • Creativity involves transforming your ideas

    Creativity involves transforming your ideas, imagination and dreams into reality. To enhance the creative skills amongst the students, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura, organized Talent Hunt for the students of Classes I to III on 29th April , 2022. The purpose of the activity was to bring out the hidden potentials and aptitude of the students and to develop self-independent skills. The students exuberantly showcased their talent in dancing, singing, gymnastic moves, yoga asanas, craft work, magic show, flameless cooking, hoopla and many other. The presentation provided them with a platform of being confident and portraying their talents in the class. The event was of great admiration and worth appreciating

  • To celebrate the efforts of the labour force

    To celebrate the efforts of the labour force, that work tirelessly, The Labour Day, was celebrated at Maxfort School, Parwana Road Pitampura on 29th April 2022 with great enthusiasm and zest. Labour Day is a reminder for us that these are the real architects of our society, and they deserve their due respect. We have always believed that it is small acts of kindness that count, and we attempt to inculcate that same virtue in our learners.

    The Maxfortians of Classes I, II and III celebrated the Labour Day by doing fun filled craft activities. They were involved in making ‘Thank You’ notes, paper roses and medals. The learners took the craft items home and expressed their gratitude by giving self-made badges, medals flowers and thankyou notes to maids and to different people who help them at their homes. The teachers briefed the children about Labour Day and its importance. The young ones were overwhelmed by this act of thankfulness and enjoyed the day.

    The activity was designed to forge a better understanding of the labour community among our students who must learn to respect and appreciate their efforts. Overall, it was a fruitful day which taught the students to be thankful to everyone.

  • English Language Day

    ‘Knowledge of languages is the doorway to wisdom.’
    English Language Day is celebrated every year on 23rd April. This day marks the occasion of the birth as well as the death anniversary of William Shakespeare. He is regarded as one of the greatest playwright, dramatist and poet who has immensely contributed in the field of literature.
    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated English Language Day on 25th April, 2022. A puppet show was organized for Classes I and II where the facilitators narrated stories for the students with the help of puppets. The facilitators engrossed the students with their voice modulations, hand gestures and effective use of puppets. The students were amazed to see their favourite characters come to life.
    Students of Classes III – V were beautifully dressed up and enacted as their favourite poet/author or story character.
    The students of Classes VI – VIII made creative book covers of their favourite books. All the students participated enthusiastically and came up with wonderful innovative ideas.
    A video related to William Shakespeare’s life was shown to the students which gave them a lot of information about the legendary poet and writer and also helped them to understand the importance of English language.

  • ‘We must express our gratitude to Mother Earth by taking care of it, protecting it and making it a healthier and greener place to live.’

    Today’s the day to take action not just because we care about the natural world, but because we all live in it. Every one of us needs a healthy Earth to support our homes, livelihoods, health, survival and happiness. A healthy planet is not an option — it is a necessity. For the past 50 years, Earth Day has been celebrated by billions of people around the globe, annually every April 22, to join together in promoting awareness for the health of our environment.
    The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura enthusiastically participated in an array of activities to commemorate this occasion. They designed comic strips on this year’s theme- ‘Invest in our Earth’. They also made creative infographics to spread awareness about conserving our Earth.
    The aim was to orient and sensitize the young Maxfortians to come and work together and Invest in our Planet to build an equitable future because a green future is a prosperous future.

  • “Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s need, but not every man’s greed.”
    – Mahatma Gandhi

    Earth Day is celebrated on 22nd April every year. The day aims to raise awareness among the masses about climate change and global warming. The day inspires everyone to act towards the protection of the environment and focus on the need for conservation.
    The students of Classes I-III of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura enthusiastically participated in various activities to commemorate our benevolent Mother Earth. On the occasion of the Earth Day, an array of activities was organized with a view to sensitize the children about the conservation of natural resources and to motivate them to do their bit towards making their planet even more beautiful.
    A pledge related to keeping our Earth Save was taken by the learners of Classes I,II and III. Follow up craft activities were taken like slogan writing, poster making and making of Earth day crown on Save Earth in the class. Children understood the importance of saving Earth there by avoiding the use of plastic bags etc.
    The activities oriented the young Maxfortians to develop a continuing compassion for Mother Earth.

  • ‘Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. They are our touchstones, our points of reference, our identity.’
    – UNESCO World Heritage

    World heritage sites are a reflection of our past. They carry the story of a universal glorious past. It is considered a pool between history and modern days. World Heritage Day is commemorated on 18th April every year. It is introduced to the world for safeguarding the monuments and sites that have international level importance. This year’s theme is ‘Heritage and Climate’ to promote conservation research and employ sustainable strategies to protect heritage sites. Students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated World Heritage Day on 18th April 2022. They were told about the meaning of heritage and sensitized about the importance of conserving our heritage. The students made collages with interesting facts and posters on the world heritage sites as a part of the ‘Save our heritage’ initiative. They also created ‘Wonders from waste’ by using waste material to make their favourite monuments. The purpose of these activities was to create awareness about cultural diversity and the efforts required to protect it.

  • World Art Day

    “This World Art Day is a timely reminder that art can unite and connect us even in the most difficult of circumstances. Indeed, the power of art to bring people together, to inspire, heal and share, has become increasingly clear during recent conflicts and crises, including COVID-19.” — Audrey Azoulay, Director General of UNESCO
    Art nurtures creativity, innovation and cultural diversity for people across the globe and plays an important role in sharing knowledge and encouraging curiosity and dialogue. Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated World Art Day. The students of Classes IV-VIII gave wings to their imagination by sketching and painting their creative ideas. The occasion helped to encourage greater awareness of the diversity of artistic expressions and highlighted the talent of the young Maxfortians.

  • World Heritage Day

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated World Heritage Day to raise awareness among students about preserving our heritage sites and also the efforts required to conserve and draw attention towards it.
    The facilitators of Classes I and II showcased flashcards of different Indian monuments and shared the importance of preserving world heritage. The students learned that heritage refers to practices that are passed down through the years, from one generation to the next which includes culture, tradition, clothing, flora, fauna and also historical monuments. This special day offered an opportunity to raise awareness about the diversity of cultural heritage and the efforts that are required to protect and conserve it. The students thoroughly enjoyed picture pasting and did worksheets related to monuments in order to gain knowledge about different monuments. The students of class III enjoyed the story of Taj mahal that was shared through flashcards. They also coloured the picture of their favourite monument.

  • Happy Baisakhi

    May your Baisakhi be blessed with the bounty of the season and a harvest of joy and prosperity. Happy Baisakhi!
    On 13th April, the whole of Punjab and many parts of Northern India gear up to celebrate the harvest festival of Baisakhi. It is also significant as it marks the founding of the Khalsa Panth community three hundred years ago by the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. Across the country, people celebrate Baisakhi with a lot of fun, merriment and enthusiasm.
    The students of Classes I and II of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura were dressed up in colourful attire and participated enthusiastically in different art activities of corn craft and headgear making. They also enjoyed the bhangra dance session immensely. The students of class III made wonderful posters and enjoyed the festivities. The learners witnessed a scintillating dance performance prepared by the vivacious Maxfortians and thus revelled in the occasion.

  • World Health Day was celebrated in Maxfort School,Parwana Road , Pitampura wherein students of classes I and II were sensitized to remain healthy by eating nutritious food, fruits and vegetables. They enjoyed a Zumba session and were made aware about the importance of physical exercises like Yoga, Zumba Dancing and Aerobics to remain fit and active. They also recited rhymes, conveying the message of healthy eating habits .There were activities which were pursued in the class to reiterate the importance of healthy eating habits.

  • We are back again…..

    The sounds of laughter and giggles have once again started echoing in the corridors of Maxfort School as the new academic session began on 4th April 2022 for classes II-VIII and on 5th April 2022 for class I. Smiling faces and cheerful exchange of “Good Mornings” could be heard among the facilitators and the students as the students trooped into the school premises after alighting from the school buses.
    The students were seen learning, playing, interacting with their friends and enjoying their first day at the school to the fullest.

  • Maxfort School , Parwana Road, Pitampura organized an orientation programme on 26th March 2022, for the new set of parents.
    The session begun with the virtual address by the principal of the school Ms. Mona Lakhanpal, who welcomed the parents and briefed about the vision and mission of the school.
    Further ‘Our Experiences’ a virtual presentation by the students highlighted the journey of Maxfortians at school.
    The orientation programme proved to be a sincere effort made by the school in educating the parents to look after and guide their children in a proper manner. It also helped in evolving a common teaching strategy and helped the parents in identifying suitable follow up methods to reinforce the learning process of their child.
    This program was designed in such a manner that the parents got an insight into the classroom teaching, curriculum, faculty and facilities. It was an Informative, comprehensive and challenging experience for parents.

  • Being a writer is all about expressing your unique perspective with feelings and originality. Vernica Jain alumni of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura is a girl with a passion for words. At a young age, she has established her passion for writing through her first published book “The Secret Chamber”. She has also established an interest in painting and has emerged as one of the best painters.
    Her paintings are windows into a child’s world of bright colours and an innocent sense of fun bringing each piece of painting to life before our very eyes. Her talent lends sensitivity to each illustration, fully expressing the intended mood, whether that be tranquillity or boundless energy — just like children themselves. Vernica Jain, a renowned author and painter paid her gratitude to the school by presenting her book and painting to the principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal and thanked her for emboldening her and giving her the strength to take the next steps towards her dream of becoming an established writer and an eminent and distinguished painter.
    She gifted an elephant painting to the school and related elephants to the school as elephants represent the intelligence of the mind, power and strength. They also represent love as well as they are very affectionate animals. Thus she conveyed her special thanks to the School Principal and her Facilitators at Maxfort for enthusing her love for books and enriching her reading and writing skills. The journey of life is not that easy, it is true, but you can make it smoother with your talent and efforts.
    The entire team of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura wishes her good luck for all her future endeavours.

  • Maxfort School, Parwana Road invited all the Marvelous Maxfortians of Classes I- III to the Class Party on 23rd March 2022 in the school premises. The students attended the party in vibrant and colourful attires with their favourite food items. They enjoyed the dance party and participated enthusiastically in various activities like musical chairs, jumping in the rings, bucket bash etc that were specially arranged for them. It was an emotional moment to see students laughing and enjoying in the school premises once again.

  • “Learning is an active process. We learn by doing. Only knowledge that is used sticks in your mind.”
    – Dale Carnegie

    Learning is enjoyable if taught with fun and activity. Children learn more when they actually do the activity as active engagement facilitates deep learning. Keeping this in view the students of Class VI performed a skit to understand the concept of Gram Panchayat. The students enacted their roles with great enthusiasm and zeal to bring out the importance of the Panchayati Raj system.

  • Tree Plantation Drive was held in Maxfort School in the month of March. The Students of Class III participated enthusiastically in the programme. Students along with their Facilitators went to plant sapling in the school premises.

  • “Creativity is intelligence having fun.”
    – Matthew Arnold

    Creative writing expresses the writer’s thoughts and feelings in an imaginative way. To instil a love for writing and to develop the creativity and imaginary thinking skills among the students, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised English Creative Writing for the students of Classes I, II and III as part of English Language Fest ‘PEEP A BOOK’.
    Students were given a few topics previously and were asked to write according to their choices. It was a unique experience for them as they were very excited to pen down their ideas and thoughts in a creative way. Their distinctive styles, efforts and initiative were appreciated by one and all. This was indeed an enriching and learning experience for them.

  • Science excites people and if taught with fun really creates a huge impact on the learners which will remain with them till eternity. The students of Class IV engaged in a hands-on experience of making toys with waste products in their science classes. They enjoyed learning science with fun and requested for more.

  • Nobody Can Play Your Role Better Than Yourself.
    – Mr. Ferheng

    Characterisation enhances the imaginations and creativity of the students. To help our budding young talents, improve their oratory skills and to develop creative thinking abilities, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised Character Conversation for the students of Classes VI to VIII on 28th January 2022 as part of English Language Fest ”PEEP A BOOK”. The young Maxfortians showcased their talents and enacted their characters with remarkable gestures, actions and voice modulation. They used a variety of props to make their characters interesting and expressive and also dressed up in the attire according to their character. All the children participated enthusiastically and made the event most enjoyable for one and all.

  • “Creativity is intelligence having fun.”
    – Albert Einstein

    Creative writing expresses the writer’s thoughts and feelings imaginatively. To instil a love for writing and to develop creativity and imaginary thinking skills among the students, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised English Creative Writing for the students of Class IV and V as part of English Language Fest ‘PEEP A BOOK’. Students were given a few topics previously and were asked to write according to their choices. It was a unique experience for them as they were very excited to pen down their ideas and thoughts in a creative way. Their distinctive styles, efforts and initiative were appreciated by one and all. This was indeed an enriching and learning experience for them.

  • From octagonal stop signs and rectangular doors to triangular roofs and circular wheels—shapes are everywhere. Learning about shapes not only helps children identify and organize visual information, but it also helps them learn skills in other curriculum areas including reading, mathematics and science. A fun-filled Mathematics activity related to shapes was conducted in Class VI to give the opportunity to our Maxfortians to use their own imagination and creativity.

  • The foundation of the Mauryan Empire opens a new era in the history of India. For the first time, political unity was achieved in India. Moreover, history writing has also become clear from this period due to accuracy in chronology and sources. Besides plenty of indigenous and foreign literary sources, a number of epigraphical records are also available to write the history of this period. Chronology becomes definite with the establishment of the Mauryan empire. Lets have a glimpse of the important sources of information of the Mauryan Empire by the young Maxfortians of Class VI.

  • Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words. Budding students of class IV put forth their thoughts and talents into their self-composed poems using the grammatical construct of Prepositions. Their efforts show that they are passionately in love with poetry.

  • World Wildlife Day is an opportunity to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild flora and fauna to raise awareness of the multitude of benefits that their conservation provides to people.
    The students of Class III Maxfort School, Parwana Road celebrated World Wildlife Day where they were shown a video on How Zebra got its stripes and made an elephant mask.

  • Nobody Can Play Your Role Better Than Yourself.
    – Mr. Ferheng

    Characterisation enhances the imaginations and creativity of the students. To help our budding young talents, improve their oratory skills and to develop creative thinking abilities, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised Character Conversation for the students of Classes VI to VIII on 28th January 2022 as part of English Language Fest ”PEEP A BOOK”.
    The young Maxfortians showcased their talents and enacted their characters with remarkable gestures, actions and voice modulation. They used a variety of props to make their characters interesting and expressive and also dressed up in the attire according to their character. All the children participated enthusiastically and made the event most enjoyable for one and all.

  • A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.’ Students of class VI engaged in a ‘Smile deke dekho activity’. They prepared smiling emojis and clicked a picture with it. Keeping in tandem with the view smile at strangers and you just might change a life.

  • Sometimes being with your best friend is all the therapy you need. These lines were perfectly showcased in the activity – High Five, conducted in class IV on 26 February 2022. Children made an outline of their palm on a sheet and wrote the best qualities about their best friends that they like. This activity not only brought out their creativity but also helped them in making their friends realise the strength of their bonds.

  • Colours, fun, logic, drama and activities make Grammar easy peasy for the little ones. Here are some glimpses from Class 3 English Class wherein Adjectives were taught by creating ‘Adjective Snakes’ , wherein learners created beautiful snakes using their creativity and gave some describing words for it.

  • Nobody Can Play Your Role Better Than Yourself.
    – Mr. Ferheng

    Role Play helps children to develop their cognitive abilities as it involves thinking and communication skills. Keeping this in mind, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised Character Play for the students of Classes I and II on 31st January 2022 as part of English Language Fest ”PEEP A BOOK”. The young ones showcased their talents and enacted their characters with remarkable gestures, actions and voice modulation. They used a variety of props to make their characters interesting and expressive and also dressed up in the attire according to their character. All the children participated enthusiastically and made the event most enjoyable for one and all.

  • Recitation is about conveying a poem’s sense with its language.
    – Matthew Arnold

    Recitation helps students to build confidence as they learn to speak more accurately and persuasively. To spread the fragrance of poetry among the students, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised Poem Recitation Presentation for the students of Classes III to V on 31st January 2022 as part of English Language Fest ”PEEP A BOOK”. The students presented humorous Limericks poem based on different themes. The young vibrant poets came forth with wonderful poems. Some of them were dressed up as characters and presented their poem with facial expressions and voice modulation. They used a variety of props to make their poems interesting and expressive. Overall, it was a great learning experience which was thoroughly enjoyed by the children.

  • “Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words”
    – Robert Frost

    Recitation is unique skill that opens up the vivid imaginations in children and also builds their confidence and enhances speaking skills. To instil a love for poetry and to develop recital skills among the students, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised Poem Recitation Presentation for the students of Classes VI to VIII on 31st January 2022 as part of English Language Fest “PEEP A BOOK”.
    The students presented humorous Limericks poem based on different themes. They used a variety of props to make their poems interesting and expressive and also dressed up in the attire according to their character. The students exhibited utmost enthusiasm and passion while reciting the poem and impressed everyone with their performance. Overall, it was an enriching experience which was thoroughly enjoyed by the children.

  • All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.
    – William Shakespeare

    Drama is one of the best literary forms through which learners can express themselves and combining drama with humour is a great way to enhance linguistic abilities. Keeping this in mind, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised Dramady for the students of Classes III and IV on 31st January 2022 as part of English Language Fest ”PEEP A BOOK”. The children participated enthusiastically and showcased their creative skills dressed up in vibrant costumes and the props used by them greatly enhanced their presentation and the result was amazing. It was truly an enriching experience for all the Maxforians as they witnessed the seamless culmination of expressions, thoughts, emotions displayed by the young minds.

  • Poetry is simply the most beautiful, impressive and widely effective mode of saying things.
    – Matthew Arnold

    Recitation has its own rhythm, music, sounds and beats which are very much helpful for child’s cognitive and emotional development. Keeping this in mind, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised Poem Recitation Presentation for the students of Classes I and II on 31st January 2022 as part of English Language Fest ”PEEP A BOOK”.
    The students presented poems on different themes. The young poets enthralled everybody with perfect expression, thoughts, emotions, rhythm and flow of words. It was a splendid opportunity for them to exhibit their talent and confidence. Overall, it was a great learning experience which was thoroughly enjoyed by the children.

  • “Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world today.”
    – Robert McKee

    Stories always give wings to our imagination and take us to places beyond the boundaries of physical world. Keeping this in mind, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised a storytelling session that was conducted for Classes I and II by Ms. Afshan Nigar as part of English Language Fest ”PEEP A BOOK” on 20th January 2022. The children were found listening with rapt attention and at the same time they were exposed to the basics of theatrical movements, voice modulation and the rhythm of storytelling. Overall, it was an interactive session which was thoroughly enjoyed by the children.

  • “Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world today.”
    – Robert McKee

    Story telling is one of the most effective ways to communicate with students. It opens up the vivid imaginations of the children and also builds confidence and enhances speaking skills. To foster the skills of listening and speaking, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised a storytelling session that was conducted for Classes III to V by renowned resource person from Oxford University Press India, Ms. Shivani Kanodia as part of English Language Fest ”PEEP A BOOK” on 17th January 2022. She is a professional storyteller who believes that stories exist all around us, from deep inside to high above in the sky. Her story telling skills brought forth the fact that story telling is a shared experience among equals in which the audience is just as active a participant as the storyteller. The unique warmth in the way she narrated the story drew the children into her story leaving them spellbound and asking for more. Overall, it was a great learning experience which was thoroughly enjoyed by the children.

  • “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”
    – Benjamin Franklin

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised a Webinar for Classes VI to VIII as part of English Language Fest ‘PEEP A BOOK” on 21st January,2022. It was conducted by renowned resource person from Oxford University Press India, Ms. Gayatri Khanna. She is also the author of Children’s Pathways English Course Books. To brighten the day of the students she started the session with a wonderful poem titled ‘Abandoned Farmhouse’ written by the poet Theodore. J. Kooser. She also reiterated the students about the various poetic devices used by the poet in the poem like simile, personification alliteration. She also taught the students how to make a diamond poem. At the end there was a quiz session i.e., Mystery Vocabulary Quiz. The session really encouraged the students to explore their unique expressiveness and heightened the student’s ability to compose a poem of their own. Overall, it was a great learning experience which was thoroughly enjoyed by the children.

  • “Freedom in the mind, strength in the words, pureness in our blood Pride in our souls, zeal in our hearts.” Let’s salute our India on Republic Day.

    Every year, Republic Day is celebrated in India on 26 January to commemorate the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect and the country became a republic. Republic Day marks an important event in India’s history and is celebrated with festivities and patriotic fervour all around the country.

    The 73 rd Republic Day of India was celebrated by the students of Classes IV- VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura with zeal and enthusiasm. The students took pride in glorifying the occasion by sharing information about the fundamental rights. An instrumental medley was presented by the students. The students of different houses gave melodious rendition of various patriotic songs and scintillating dance performances. This Red-letter Day is not just to commemorate the efforts of all those great souls but it also reminds us of our duties as the citizens of India, to hold our laws and our constitution in high regard.

  • “Saare Jaahan se Acchha Hindustan Hamara”.

    The 73rd Republic Day was celebrated virtually with pride and reverence at Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura. The Special Assembly began with the hoisting of the tricolour flag by the Principal Mrs. Mona Lakhanpal, followed by the National Anthem to pay tribute to the motherland.

    The virtual cultural celebrations included patriotic and soulful poem recital by our budding poets, which triggered in the students and the facilitators emotions of pride, love and respect for the country. They were shown informative videos, reiterating the importance of Republic Day.

    The highlight of the celebration was the interview conducted by the little learners. The young Maxfortians interviewed their grandparents and asked them questions related to INDIA -THEN AND NOW.

    Each grandparent excelled in answering to the questions asked and showcased the achievements of the country in various fields from 1950 to date. Therefore, the children feet inspired and participated enthusiastically in the Republic Day ceremony and celebration.

  • Makar Sankranti

    Makar Sankranti is a Hindu festival celebrated all over India in many different ways on the 14th day of January. The day marks the end of the month with the winter solstice and the start of longer days.

    The budding Maxfortians of classes I to III of Maxfort School, Parwana Road Pitampura enjoyed the celebration by listening to a knowledgeable story shared by their class facilitators signifying the importance of the festival. Sankranti celebrations cannot possibly be deemed complete without making and sharing ‘Til Ladoos’, a mixture of Khoya and sesame seeds with friends and family , as many people in Maharashtra do, to mark the day. The learners loved making ladoos and shared them with their family members.

    We hope that experiencing different aspects of the festival, have encouraged our learners to be open-minded, tolerant and respectful towards each other, embrace differences and cherish similarities in their beliefs and cultures.

  • “India is known as a land of festivals and celebration, Lohri is one of them which is unique in its perception and significance.”

    Festivals are the period of celebration and bring peace and joy for everyone. The festival prompts to be thankful for God’s provisions and to celebrate his creations. Lohri is a popular midwinter Punjabi folk festival, celebrated on 13 January of every year. Hindus traditionally light bonfires in their yards after the weeks of the rabi season cropping work, socializing around the fire, singing and dancing together as they mark the end of winter and the onset of longer days.

    Lohri was celebrated at Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura with a lot of zeal and enthusiasm. The students of classes I, II and III were totally absorbed in the festive spirit of Lohri. They enjoyed the presentation prepared by their facilitators, who explained the students about Lohri festival and enriched their knowledge. The budding artists drew amazing Lohri scenes and wrote words related to the festival thereby enriching their vocabulary.

    Over all it was a fun filled day for the little ones. The students were overwhelmed and enjoyed the day.

  • ” What we plant in the soil of contemplation, we shall reap in the harvest of action.”

    -Meister Eckhardt

    Lohri, a festival associated mainly with the Punjab region marks the passing of the winter solstice. It is celebrated by lighting bonfires, relishing festive foods like Til Laddoo, Gud Gajak, or the traditional foods of Punjab like Makki Ki Roti and Sarson Ka Saag; dancing to folklores and exchanging gifts among family and friends. Pongal s a multi-day Hindu harvest festival of South India, particularly in the Tamil community. It is observed at the start of the month Tai according to Tamil solar calendar. Makar Sankranti is one of the most unique festivals celebrated in India. The festival is a seasonal observance as well as a religious celebration.

    The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura geared up to welcome not just the warmth of the Lohri bonfire, but also spread the Makar Sankranti cheer and convey greetings of Pongal. The students were in an exuberant mood and immersed in the festive spirit by presenting dances and sharing the significance of these festivals. It was indeed a joyous occasion as the series of winter harvest festivals starting with Lohri, Makar Sankranti and Pongal were celebrated with zeal by the students keeping the tradition and culture of our festivals alive. Wishing this harvest season brings prosperity to everyone!

  • Craft -O-Mania

    We could all be more resourceful and artistic when it comes to reusing or recycling waste materials in our homes. The students of classes I ,II and III of Maxfort School ,Parwana Road, Pitampura mastered the art of taking something completely unproductive and turning it into something useful in Craft -O-Mania ,a class presentation held on 30th December, 2021. They made something innovative and attractive from the waste material.

    Right from pista shells to ice-cream sticks, plastic bottles, disposable glass to old newspaper every waste material was used, and the result was a hall full of useful goods made out of waste which was a treat to the eyes. It was a delight to see how scrap could be transformed into such useful and beautiful articles. This fun filled activity witnessed an enthusiastic participation of all the students. The activity helped to enhance not only creativity and presentation skills of the students but also helped them to realize the importance of recycling and reusing waste material available to them.

  • NATIONAL MATHEMATICS DAY

    A famous mathematician once said, ” Mathematics is the most beautiful and most powerful creation of the human spirit.” Mathematics can be tough sometimes, so can many things in life. Mathematics is the only subject which shows that problems have solutions. Mathematics can be fun, challenging, hands on and applicable in real life.

    To celebrate the spirit of mathematical learning, experience the joy of the mathematical sphere and to explore various mathematical concepts in a creative manner, National Mathematics Day was celebrated in Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura by the learners of classes I, II and III.

    Backed by a rigorous planning, the Senior School Math Team successfully conducted a fun-filled celebration of National Mathematics Day that brought forth maximum participation from students. To begin with, Class I students created innovative self composed poems on shapes. Class II students did a project ‘Roll and Slide’ with 3D shapes. The learners showed different objects of 3D shapes and shared their properties. Class III students made a castle using 3D shapes .Students were seen challenging themselves with the Quizzes related to mathematics .

    A discourse on the life and works of the Mathematician S.Ramanujan whose birthday is celebrated as National Mathematics Day also enlightened the students .It was a fun filled and joyful day of learning for the Maxfortians.

  • “An equation means nothing to me unless it expresses a thought of God.”

    – SrinivasaRamanujan

    India celebrates National Mathematics Day on December 22 every year. The day marks the birth anniversary of famous mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. He is the brilliant mathematician whose works influenced many across the country and the world.

    The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura, observed this day by watching a video on the life and contributions of Srinivasa Ramanujan. They learnt about his main inventions and engaged in solving the Magic square, Rubik’s cube, Pascal’s triangle and Hardy Ramanujan’s number. Students also participated enthusiastically in the quiz session.

  • “A book is a magical thing that lets you travel to faraway places without leaving your chair”

    – Katrina Mayer

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organized a ‘Book Week’ for students of classes IV-VIII to instill the love for reading. The students shared about their favourite books and designed creative book covers as an illustrator of their favourite book. They also wrote about their favourite books and authors. The fun-filled activity unleashed the children’s creativity on paper. The students worked enthusiastically and experimented with different shades of colours to flaunt their artistic imagination. They created and decorated the book cover and book review using innovative ideas to make them look more interesting and to capture the reader’s imagination.

  • Christmas isn’t a season. It’s a feeling.” -Edna Ferber

    The students of classes I,II and III of Maxfort School,Parwana Road Pitampura enjoyed the Christmas celebration which was held on 24th December 2021. As it is said by Will Ferrell, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” The students along with their facilitators participated in the singing of Christmas carols in a cheerful spirit. The students were all excited for the celebration. They were happy to attend the online celebration in red ,green and white attire. Many of them sported their Christmas caps, some wore Santa Claus masks and were ready for the celebration.

    They made fruit cookies and enjoyed sharing it with their family members. The highlight of the day was the visit of Santa Claus in each class and addressing the Maxfortians. The children did dance presentation on Christmas songs. The children also had a dance party during the celebration time Overall it was a merry- licious time for children.

  • “Christmas is the spirit of giving without a thought of getting. It is happiness because we see joy in people. It is forgetting self and finding time for others. It is discarding the meaningless and stressing the true values.”

    — Thomas S. Monson.

    Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. Popular customs include exchanging gifts, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive

    The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura, celebrated Christmas with fun and frolic. The students dressed up like Santa and shared what they would do if they were Santa and also made it a joyous day for the less privileged by gifting them. They decorated Christmas trees and wrote their New Year resolution. They also engaged in art and craft activities like card making, gift wrapping etc. Indeed, it was a delight to see the students keep the true spirit of Christmas alive by sharing with others.

  • “Reduce needs, recycle wastes and reuse things to reduce pollution.”

    National Pollution Control Day 2021 is observed annually on December 2 to remember the people who lost lives during 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy. It is also the day to raise awareness about the hazards of air pollution. Sadly nine among ten people across the world do not have access to safe air and consequently face risk of respiratory disorders, lung cancer, brain or kidney damage and heart disease in long run.

    The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura, observed this day on 1 st December. They saw a short video on saving the world by reducing pollution. Students made illustrative book marks displaying ways to reduce pollution. The aim was to sensitize the students about the importance of pollution control and highlight the need to prevent air, soil, noise, and water pollution.

  • The Indian Navy Day

    The Indian Navy Day is observed on December 4 every year to recognize the achievements and role of the Indian Navy to the country.

    The students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura, paid a tribute to the Indian navy. They saw power point presentation informing them about the navy and the different ranks. Students made collage of different navy ships and wrote their own slogan for Indian navy. They made ships using waste materials such as ice cream sticks, straw, old coins etc. The students exemplified the contribution of the Indian navy in a creative manner.

  • The Virtual Exposition-PRASTUTI

    The Virtual Exposition-PRASTUTI was organized by Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura on 12 th November 2021 for the learners of Classes I, II and III which made the vision of experiential learning a success. The Annual Exposition PRASTUTI 2020-2021, was woven around the theme SCIENCE-O- PEDIA. The students showcased creative and interesting projects. The parents applauded and appreciated the efforts of the conscientious students.

  • Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Celebration

    Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of it’s people, culture and achievements. The Maxfortians of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura enthusiastically took part in the celebrations by participating in various competitions like essay writing, poster making, poem composition etc which were planned to honour the unsung or unacknowledged heroes of Indian freedom struggle.

  • Navratri Celebration (Classes I,II and III)

    Everything in India is unique. Be it language, food, or culture; even attires vary, depending on which part of the country we find ourselves in. It’s no surprise then that our way of worshipping changes as per our diversified customs and rituals, giving that distinctive regional touch. The message being conveyed in the form of worship may very well be the same, but our way of communicating that message takes on a whole different flavour.
    Navratri is one such example of celebrating this very diversity. The word Navratri means ‘nine nights’ in Sanskrit; nava meaning ‘nine’ and ratri meaning ‘nights’. During these nine nights and ten days, nine different forms of the goddess are worshipped. It’s almost as if we’re giving ourselves the time and space to rejuvenate and cleanse from within. The vibrant Maxfortians of Maxfort School , Parwana Road ,Pitampura explored the different ways of celebrating Navratri across India and witnessed its sheer diversity.
    The little learners of Classes I, II, and III dressed in gorgeous costumes explained about navratri celebration in Northern, Eastern, Western and Southern India.
    The students celebrated this festival in a very joyful manner and enjoyed every moment by performing dance of different states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamilnadu, Punjab and Bengal.
    The essence of the festivity was truly felt and celebrated by all in the true spirit of oneness. It was a memorable virtual event for the learners which will be always remembered.

  • Dussehra Celebration ( Classes IV-VIII)

    ‘Embrace the good, vanquish the evil’

     

    The festival of Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashmi is celebrated with great enthusiasm and rituals across the country. The underlying spiritual significance is the victory of good over evil and the resurgence of hope and faith.
    Keeping the festive spirit alive, Dussehra was celebrated by students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana road, Pitampura. The students engaged in creative activities like monochrome painting of Goddess Durga and Navratri festival. They also expressed their views on pertinent issues related to Ramayana in the context of present day scenario.
    The vivacious participants enthralled the audience with their melodious recital of bhajans and scintillating dance performance glorifying the occasion. The students recited poems giving the message that the world should be rid of all evil that has pervaded the globe. May everyone celebrate with joy and may peace and harmony rule in every home.
    Wishing everyone a very HAPPY DUSSEHRA!

  • World Mental Day Celebration (Classes IV-VIII)

    “It’s upto you today to start making healthy choices
    Not choices that are just healthy for your body but healthy for your mind.”
    – Steve Maraboli

     

    The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on people’s mental health. Some groups, including health and other frontline workers, students, people living alone and those with pre-existing mental health conditions have been particularly affected.World Mental Health Day observed on October10th,is a chance to talk about mental health in general, how we need to look after it, how important it is to talk about things and get help if you are struggling. The WHO’s campaign slogan for World Mental Health Day 2021 is “Mental health care for all: let’s make it a reality”. Classes IV-VIII students and facilitators of Maxfort school , Pitampura observed World Mental Health Day during the Circle time. The session focused on various brain stimulating activities to boost mental health. The students built a self-soothe box containing items which soothe their sense organs. They also explored activities which they could do when they felt anxious or low and engaged in guided meditation and mindfulness session. The students enthusiastically took up the thirty day mental health challenge comprising of a plethora of activities to be done for a month to enhance mental health. The initiative aimed to raise awareness among the students about the importance of expressing their anxiety and thereby relieving stress.

  • VIRTUAL TOUR TO TRAFFIC TRAINING PARK (Classes I, II)

    In order to impart road safety education to the students and to ensure that they grow up as responsible citizens, a virtual tour was organised for the students of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura of Classes I and II to the ‘Traffic Training Park’ on 22 October 2021.
    Traffic Training Park for children, a park where students can learn road safety rules. The purpose of taking the students to a virtual tour to the traffic training park was to create awareness and to provide road safety training to them. The Park is set up to create awareness about traffic signals and correct way of using vehicles on road. In the park, signs, signals, markings and other features were used to make the priority on using road explicitly. The students learned the importance of zebra crossing, traffic lights and pedestrian pathway. The tour was an enriching experience for all the young learners enabling them to imbibe the traffic rules and road safety measures.
    It was an experience to be retained in their memoirs for a lifetime and will help in grooming them into well informed road users in future.

  • Joy of Giving Week (Classes IV-VIII)

    “Discover the Joy of giving and you will discover the reason for living.”
    – Mark Victor Hansen

     

    Our lives are fulfilling when we give and share, and that great inner joy comes from helping others to better their lives. Giving provides an intrinsic reward that is far more valuable than the gift we receive. As Mahatma Gandhi said: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” True joy lies in the act of giving without an expectation of receiving something in return. The act of giving kindles self-esteem and brings happiness. The joy of giving lasts longer than the joy of getting.
    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the ‘Joy of Giving’ on 22nd October. The students of Classes IV-VIII saw a video to reinforce the importance of sharing and joy of giving. They shared their personal experiences when they felt good by giving something to someone and were motivated to experience this amazing feeling often. The students made beautiful Thank you cards and Thank you notes and gave it to the people who help them. They also volunteered generously to give new things like toys, eatables, stationary items, clothes etc. to the helpers.
    They were sensitized that people around us are waiting for someone to hold them and be there if they require help. The more we can hold them and give our little time and compassion to them can make a big difference in their lives. The joy of giving is indescribable because it takes courage to give something from your life to others. The more we do for others, the more it all comes back to us in different forms.

  • Gandhi Jayanti Celebration (Classes I-VIII)

    “Be the change that you want to see in the world.”
    Mahatma Gandhi

     

    Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on October 2 every year to mark the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and his endeavors in getting our country free from the clutches of the British Raj. Gandhiji was a man who was educated in law, in Africa, returned to India to liberate his countrymen. Clad in just a dhoti, teaming it up with a pair of glasses and a stick, he walked miles along with fellow Indians to Dandi to extract salt and show the British colonies that United, we have immense powers. Propagator of Satyagraha and the civil disobedience movement, he also freed his countrymen from the then existing social evils such as untouchability. He believed in self-reliance and therefore promoted the concept of weaving his own clothes instead of wearing ones made by the British. This also made Indian women self-reliance, therefore, emancipating them.
    Students of Classes I-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated 152nd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi with patriotic fervour. To imbibe the true meaning and highlight the glorious traits of the noble soul, the students did role play of Gandhiji and his three monkeys. The young maxfortians dressed up as Gandhiji and shared the significance of the various things used by him. They paid creative homage to Gandhi ji by making DIY charkha and spectacles, reciting poems and singing bhajans. The students of the school paid special tribute to the Father of the Nation through their inspiring speech on Mahatma Gandhi and his life.

  • AD-O-MANIA Presentation (Classes I-III)

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised virtual AD-O-MANIA presentation for the learners of classes I, II and III on 31st August 2021. The little learners prepared ads on different creative themes like milk, hand wash, soaps, oils etc. The ads were made creatively using a variety of props, expressions and ideas.
    The learners presented their acts with great zeal and enthusiasm. They got a chance to showcase their ideas in a creative way.
    The presentation helped the students to enhance their communication and creative skills. It also helped to boost their confidence thereby enhancing their language skills. Overall it was a wonderful experience for one and all.

  • Ganesh Chaturthi Celebration (Classes I-III)

    Lord Ganesha is considered the God of wisdom and new beginnings. Thus, people across the world worship Him before initiating any work. It is believed that he removes obstacles and blesses the course of the believer.
    With such belief, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organised various activities on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi through virtual mode for the learners of classes I, II and III. The sole purpose of the celebration was to let the students stay rooted with Indian culture and to enable them to understand the significance of this festival.
    The celebrations began with a phenomenal Ganesh Aarti.
    The students were explained about the significance of the festival and the importance of eco-friendly ways of celebrating the festival.
    As Ganesh ji is one of the favourite gods of the children so they showed their excitement by making cute and beautiful Ganesh ji through paper cups.These colourful and cute Ganesha were a wonderful craft activity to have children enjoy on Ganesh Chaturthi.
    The festival brought devotion, creativity, understanding and learning. Overall it was an enjoyable day for all.

  • National Nutrition Week (Classes I-III)

    With the motive to intensify awareness on the importance of nutrition for health, National Nutrition Week was observed by the Maxfortians of classes I-III of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura from 1st September to 6th September 2021.
    During this week, the budding Maxfortians were engaged in different creative and interesting activities like making a healthy coconut drink and knowing about its benefits, drawing a healthy and a non healthy platter to show the various food items and their nutritive value. The learners enjoyed singing songs related to healthy and junk foods and also on the benefits of coconut. The highlight of the week was the creation of ‘Make Your Own Menu’ where the facilitators emphasized on the benefits of a good nutritional diet and asked the learners to prepare their own healthy diet plan for a week.
    The project focused on the main source of nutrition which should be chosen wisely and requires you to explore the nutritious food options which are provided by mother nature. So the nutrition week propagated a holistic approach towards a healthier society.

  • National Nutrition Week (Classes IV-V)

    ‘A healthy outside starts from the inside.”
    Robert Urich

    Nutrition is the science or practice of consuming and utilizing food. A balanced diet is important for good health and well-being. In India, National nutrition week is observed from 1st September to 7th September every year .The purpose behind celebrating is to spread awareness about good nutrition and health. This year, the theme for the National Nutrition Week is ‘feeding smart right from start’.
    Students of Classes IV and V of Maxfort School, Parwana Road observed the Nutrition week. As a part of the celebration various activities were conducted during Circle time. They made coconut tree using vegetables and fruits, detox drink and one week diet chart which motivated them to include healthy meals in their diet.

  • National Nutrition Week (Classes VI-VIII)

    ‘Nutrition is the only remedy that can bring full recovery and can be used with any treatment. Remember, food is our best medicine!’
    Bernard Jensen

    In India, the National Nutrition Week is observed every year from September 1 to September 7 to raise public awareness about nutrition and healthy eating habits. Food and nutrition are mandatory for overall physical and mental health and ever since the pandemic has wreaked havoc, awareness about healthy food and nutrition has started to spread in every nook and corner.
    Students of Classes VI-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura understood the importance of nutritional and adaptive eating habits in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle by observing the ‘Nutrition week’. As a part of the celebration, they observed ‘Coconut Day’ during the Circle time. They saw a video on the story of coconut tree, explored the benefits of coconut and made Coconut Mojito.
    The students realized that ‘A healthy mind resides in a healthy body’ and for that, everyone must take adequate amount of nutrients such as proteins and vitamins in their daily diet. They also saw a presentation on the benefits of nutritional diet, types of diet, importance of exercise and yoga.
    They enhanced their knowledge by doing hands on activity like making one week diet chart plan for themselves and preparing Cucumber lemon detox drink. The activities aimed at sensitizing the students that if they need an active life with growth and development, then a balanced diet is a must.

  • Teachers Day Celebration

    “It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.”

    A teacher is the eternal guru and guide whose firm and loving grooming has shaped generations from times immemorial. She can inspire hope, ignite imagination and instill love for learning.
    Teachers are the ones who need to be credited and acknowledged for the valuable contributions given to students to create good citizens. They are often the second mothers to students as the children spend most of their time in schools rather than at home. To pay tribute to the best quality of every teacher, The parents’ s fraternity of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura took immense pride to wish and honour the hard work and determination shown by all teachers towards their profession.

  • World Water Week (Classes I and II)

    *The value of water is much more than its price* Water has enormous and complex value for our households, food, health, education, economics and the integrity of our natural environment. If we overlook any of these values, we risk mismanaging this finite, irreplaceable resource.
    To highlight the importance of water *World Water Week* was celebrated at Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura from 23rd to 28th August 2021 for classes I and II. The week long water week encouraged students to think of the ways in which they can conserve water every day. The activities conducted reminded them that their actions make an impact!, helped them set goals for how much water they can save by turning off the tap while brushing their teeth, or taking timed showers to conserve water.
    The little learners understood the water cycle through a story of *Drippy, the Raindrops* and made their own water cycle.
    The story *Water for Life* narrated to the learners emphasized the importance of water for our life .
    The learners also enjoyed a presentation on waterpark. The virtual celebration was indeed truly informative and educative.

  • Janmashtami Celebration (Classes I-III)

    *Sweeter than honey, tastier than curd, pleasanter indeed than any happiness and joy is the company, is the power of the name of Krishna.* The birthday of Lord Krishna is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm, on this Janmashtami day, in India.
    Krishna Janmashtami was celebrated with great pomp and festivity by the young Maxfortians of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura of classes I, II and III. Dressed as Radha and Krishna, the cute little ones added a traditional touch to the entire celebrations when they danced to the beat of Janmashtami songs, filling the air with joy and festive spirit. They enthralled the audience with their dance performances and mesmerizing bhajan presentation. As a part of the celebration, various activities like ladoo making, crafting a moor pankh, making of krishna bansuri, beautiful mukuta making were conducted in the virtual classes.
    The little Maxfortians donned in the attire of Lord Krishna, Radha and Gopis looked adorable and presented ‘Krishna Leela’ depicting the scenes of young Krishna teasing his mother and the gopis. An awareness on Janmashtami, the mythological stories on Krishna, Radha, Kansh through an animated story was also shown to the children. The principal, Ms. Mona Lakhanpal addressed the children and spoke about the importance of the day and gave her blessings. The virtual celebration was indeed truly informative, enlightening and entertaining.

  • Janmashtami Celebration (Classes VI- VIII)

    ‘When one says you are not talented, remember they are not talented enough to find your talents.’
    – Kalaivani_umapathy

    Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is an annual Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu. It is observed according to the Hindu calendar, on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in Shraavana or Bhadrapada (depending on whether the calendar chooses the new moon or full moon day as the last day of the month), which overlaps with August or September of the Gregorian calendar. This year, the festival will be celebrated on Monday, August 30. The sole objective of Sri Krishna’s birth and to celebrate Janmashtami is to free the Earth from the evilness of demons.
    Culture Education is an essential aspect of the curriculum. Understanding this importance and glorifying Indian traditions with the young generation, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated Janmashtami with full fervour. A video on the life of Lord Krishna was screened to help students understand the importance of the festival. Talent hunt activity was organized for the students of Classes VI- VIII to celebrate the pious occasion and to tap their latent talents. The students showcased their natural flair for the different performing arts like music, dance, poetic expression and art and craft. They mesmerized the spectators with their melodious voice, rhythmic movements, creative expression and their skills in handling musical instruments. The students actively participated in the event and showed their enthusiasm and dedication.

  • Janmashtami Celebration (Classes IV, V)

    ‘The mind acts like an enemy for those who do not control it.’
    Lord Krishna, Bhagwad Gita

     

    In Hindu belief, a manifestation of Lord Vishnu is Shri Krishna whose birthday is celebrated as Janmashtami every year. On this day, the devotees of Lord Krishna put up ‘Jhankis’ and offer prayers. As per Hindu Panchang, Lord Krishna’s birthday is celebrated every year on the eighth day of Bhadrapada month’s Krishan Paksha, which falls in August–September as per the English calendar. This year, the festival will be celebrated on Monday, August 30.
    Students of Classes IV-V of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the pious day of Janmashtami on 29th August, 2021. They saw a video to understand the historical significance of Janmashtami. The students participated enthusiastically in the coconut laddoo Making activity. The students dressed up in traditional attire and sang mellifluous bhajans in the praise of Lord Krishna.

  • National Sports Day Celebration (Classes VI-VIII)

    ‘It’s all about the journey, not the outcome.’

    Every year on August 29, India celebrates its National sports day. The day is celebrated to honour the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand Singh. The day is observed to spread awareness on the importance of sports and daily activities in everyone’s life. Participating in a sport requires passion and dedication, which are the key features for achievement in any field. Encouraging young generation in sports not only provides healthy lifestyle but also improves sportsmanship and leadership qualities.
    Students of Classes VI-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the occasion by seeing a biopic on the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand Singh. The students and facilitators engaged in different sports with great zeal and enthusiasm to keep themselves fit and healthy. They tried to spread awareness about sports in their own unique way.

  • Raksha Bandhan Celebration (Classes I-VIII)

    ‘The paths may change as life goes along, but the bond between a brother and sister remains ever strong.’

    Raksha Bandhan, literally meaning “safety” and “bond”, celebrates the brother-sister relationship. Observed on the full-moon day or Purnima in the Hindu calendar month of Shravan, it falls on August 22 this year. The festival of Raksha Bandhan not only celebrates the love and duty between brothers and sisters, it also has a social significance. It underlines the notion that everybody should live in harmony and hence speaks about the rich culture and traditions of India that make our nation extraordinary.
    Students of Classes I-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the pious day of Raksha Bandhan on 19th August, 2021. They saw a video to understand the historical significance of the festival of love and protection- Raksha Bandhan. The students participated enthusiastically in the Rakhi Making activity. They made attractive rakhis using a variety of material. Thus, the students sensitively portrayed the values of love and protection.

  • Apple Week Celebration

    Red is the warmest of all colours. It symbolizes love, life, vitality, power and courage. Interestingly an apple, too, is associated with most of these qualities. With the increasing popularity of junk food among the little ones, it is the combined effort of the school and the parents that will help children wean away from unhealthy food and lifestyle. Hence, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated *Apple* *week* from 9th to 13th August to develop love for apples. The week emphasized the importance of eating apples and it’s health benefits .The week was invested in purposeful activities like story time, apple poem, science behind apples, apple recipe, colouring, spray painting, and art and craft activities. The takeaway activity included cutouts and handouts of apples. The Apples week was thoroughly enjoyed by one and all.

  • Tri-Colour Week Celebration (Classes IV-VIII)

    “Freedom in the mind, faith in the words, pride in our hearts and memories in our souls…. Let us salute our nation on this auspicious day!”

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the 75th Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor. The students of Classes IV-VIII participated enthusiastically in the ‘Tri- Colour Week’ celebration. Marvellous Monday saw them engaged in a plethora of creative activities in the ‘Cultural Fest’. The students of Class IV represented and showcased the different states of India by dressing up in the traditional dress along with the props to exemplify the theme- ‘Unity in Diversity’. The patriots of Class V personated the various freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Subhash Chandra Bose etc. and recited their famous slogans during the ‘Vande Mataram’ show, thereby spreading the message of peace, non- violence and love for the nation. The students of Classes VI-VIII let their creative and patriotic juices flow freely by composing poems, making collages, posters, sketching, T-shirt painting on different themes like ‘Proud to be an Indian’, ‘What freedom means to me’ and ‘ India of my dreams’.
    Wonderful Wednesday was about ‘Thirst for quest’ as they enhanced their knowledge about their motherland- INDIA by participating in the online quiz. Fantastic Friday was indeed the day when the young chefs showcased their culinary skills in ‘Colours of India’ by preparing an assortment of tri-coloured dishes including Tri-colour parfait, bread bhalla, bread cham cham along with their facilitators. The students relished the cuisines. The students also engaged in various art and craft activities, patriotic music and dance sessions .They also involved their family members in patriotic activities during the week thereby infusing a sense of pride and patriotism in their heart.

  • Independence Day Celebration (Classes I-III)

    The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.” Denis Waitley To mark the 75th Independence Day of India, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura held a week-long celebration for the learners of classes I, II and III. The Tricolour week had a plethora of virtually interactive events and activities like Cultural Fest, quiz sessions, craft work, flameless cooking and theme party for the students. The special assembly My India, My Pride allowed the participants to express their patriotic ideals and showcase their talent even in these unprecedented times through patriotic poems, dance performances, instrumental playing etc. These trying times did not dampen the spirit of pride and patriotism in the students as they participated in these events with great zeal and enthusiasm.

  • Independence Day Celebration (Classes IV-VIII)

    ‘Don’t be patriotic for one day,
    Be patriotic from day one.’

    India’s Independence Day is significant as it stands as a reminder of the sacrifices that many freedom fighters made to get independence from British rule. As India celebrates its 75th Independence Day on August 15, 2021, the students of Classes IV-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura were filled with patriotic fervor and pride.
    The students sang a mellifluous, self-composed patriotic song. The students danced to a medley of patriotic songs .The scintillating dance performances glorified our independence. The students also performed a nukkad natak addressing the vital question-‘Kya hum aazad hai?’ It was a thought provoking play which urged today’s generation to rethink about the true essence of freedom and to value it. The mesmerizing programme concluded with a powerful rendition of the Nation anthem taking the feeling of patriotism to its pinnacle.
    Indeed, it was a day of elation, a day of love and respect for the country, instilling in the young Maxfortians the value and reverence for the gift of freedom by the great leaders of the country as they celebrated the special occasion with their hearts full of pride for the nation.

  • International Clown Week (Classes I, II)

    Let’s all celebrate laughter with as much gusto as possible, to ensure that we teach our children the magic of laughter and the value of having a sense of humour.” The little Maxfortians of classes I and II of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated International Clown Week from 2nd to 6th August 2021. The budding learners showcased their zeal and enthusiasm by doing various class activities like Clown Craft and having a virtual visit to the circus. The class facilitators mesmerized the learners in their funny clown getup and narrated a story titled *The clown* to them. They entertained the students by making humourous faces and funny gestures and also made a *Clown sandwich* for the learners. The entire atmosphere of the virtual class was vibrant and cheerful.

  • Friendship Day Celebration (Classes I-VIII)

    “Friends are like walls. Sometimes you lean on them and sometimes it’s good just knowing they are there.”
    Friendship Day is enthusiastically celebrated every year. The occasion is observed on the first Sunday of every August. It is celebrated to commemorate the bond of friendship between the students. Friendship Day celebrates our relationship with people whom we love and cherish. Keeping this in mind the Maxfortians of Classes I-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the ‘Bond of Friendship’ on August 2, 2021 with a variety of fun-filled activities. The students were narrated a story by their facilitators on friendship which helped them understand the value of friendship, trust and loyalty. They were also encouraged to write about the qualities they like best in their friend and share it amongst their classmates. They also enjoyed listening to the stories about the friendship of lord Krishna and Sudama ji. This fun-filled virtual good time with their friends made their day extra special.

  • International Yoga Day Celebration

    “Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man and nature; a holistic approach to health and well-being. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature. By changing our lifestyle and creating consciousness, it can help in well- being.”

    – Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi

    As the world battles the Covid-19 pandemic on a war-footing, India’s traditional system of Yoga has been established as a means to boost immunity, improve overall health and well- being.
    International Yoga Day theme for this year is “Yoga at home and Yoga with Family”. Keeping in tandem with the theme, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated The International Yoga Day by promoting ‘holistic health through yoga’. The students along with their parents participated enthusiastically in the virtual fitness sessions held from 14th June to 18th June, 2021. They practised the different asanas, pranayamas and learnt about their benefits. The students and parents made collaborative videos demonstrating their acquired skills during the practice sessions and a special assembly was conducted on 21st June to mark the special occasion. The students, parents and facilitators participated with great fervour and zeal.
    The aim of the health drive was to instil the habit of a regular fitness regime and to tell people to stay optimistic and motivated at home and adopt a healthy lifestyle by doing exercise and yoga.

  • Bastille Day (Classes IV-VIII)

    The national day of France is celebrated in remembrance of the fall of Bastille on July 14, 1789. Bastille Day is commonly known as the national day of France which is grandly celebrated on 14 July every year. It is one of the most important national holidays for people in France where the day is observed with fireworks and parades. In France, the formal name of the day is Fête Nationale which is also a symbol of unity among the French People.
    The students of classes IV-VIII Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated Bastille Day. They recognized and appreciated the significance of Bastille Day by singing along while watching the video of ‘La Marseillaise’ (National Anthem of France). They also participated in different activities held like poem composition in French and made Eiffel Tower with waste materials, Travel brochure of France etc. emphasizing their importance. A strong nation is one whose citizens are united and have respect and passion for their country, just like France. Freedom has not come their way easily. It has come after a lot of sacrifices. To protect its integrity and sovereignty, we will always be united.

  • National Mango Day Celebration (Classes VI – VIII)

    Mango is one of the most popular fruits in the world; aptly called the ‘king of fruits’. It is not just a fruit but is a part of the culture and history of various countries across the world. In India, Mangoes were first grown more than 5000 years ago. Given the popularity and love the mango enjoys, it is only befitting that this juicy, yummy fruit gets a day of its own. July 22 every year is celebrated as the National Mango Day in India. From ‘aam aadmi’ to not-so-aam aadmi (common man), mangoes make everyone go weak in their knees owing to its taste.
    Students of Classes VI – VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura showcased their love for mango during the Circle time. The faciltators shared the history, significance and facts about the favourite fruit. The innovative Maxfortians turned into chefs and made Mango Mojito which they later relished with their family members. They were also encouraged to experiment with other mango recipes like smoothies, cakes, ice creams etc. It was a delight to see the students display their culinary skills and enjoy the special fruit in different ways.

  • National Mango Day Celebration (Classes I-III)

    Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura believes in experiential learning and embedding learning into activities. Keeping this in mind, National Mango Day was celebrated in the school by the students of Classes I-III on 22nd July, 2021. The children came dressed up in the shades of yellow and brought a mango slice to eat. Various facts about the fruit were discussed with the students.
    The Maxfortians participated in the Mango Activities like making a Mango Photoframe, a Mango Crown and the facilitators also prepared a mango pudding in the class. The students enjoyed the story session on the king of the fruits – Mango and sang melodious poems. Besides it being a fun activity, it was also a medium of language development for the children. It was a day full of mango delights.

  • National Paper Bag Day (Classes I-VIII)

    To boost the creative skills of the Maxfortians of classes I-VIII, a PAPER BAG making activity was conducted to celebrate NATIONAL PAPER BAG DAY by Maxfort School Parwana Road, Pitampura. The students were involved in making beautiful paper bags in different shapes and sizes. Though it seemed to be a simple activity yet it was an intriguing activity. The fun-filled activity inspired the young minds to contribute towards Mother Nature by using paper bags and saying no to ‘Plastic Bags’ and understand the importance of these bags as they are reusable, recyclable and biodegradable.
    The students showcased their creativity and artistic skills by making attractive paper bags and decorating them vibrantly to spread the message that these paper bags are the most sustainable and efficient means of packaging.

  • Talent Hunt Presentation

    Creativity involves transforming your ideas, imagination and dreams into reality. To enhance the creative skills amongst the students, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura, organized Talent Hunt for the students of Classes I to III on 31st June , 2021. The purpose of the activity was to bring out the hidden potentials and aptitude of the students and to develop self-independent skills. The students exuberantly showcased their talent in dancing, singing, gymnastic moves, yoga asanas, craft work, magic show, flameless cooking, hoopla and many other. The presentation provided them with a platform of being confident and portraying their talents in the class. The event was of great admiration and worth appreciating.

  • GO GOA (Classes I, II)

    This summer season is unlike any we have witnessed before due to the world undergoing the coronavirus pandemic. Every sense of normalcy has been stripped from our day-to-day lives and the idea of a taking a vacation may seem a little farfetched at the moment. But the amazing virtual trip to Goa -GO GOA planned for the Maxfortians of classes I and II of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura created an enjoyable moment for them. There was no need for the young Maxfortians to leave the house to explore this exotic place as they were able to enjoy it from the comfort of their home. This trip gave them the golden opportunity to be with their friends, eat together, dance together and visit different places of Goa together. The budding Maxfortians were teaming with energy and were dressed up in their best attires. Overall it was a remarkable trip for one and all.

  • International Yoga Day Celebration

    “Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man and nature; a holistic approach to health and well-being. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature. By changing our lifestyle and creating consciousness, it can help in well- being.” -Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi As the world battles the Covid-19 pandemic on a war-footing, India’s traditional system of Yoga has been established as a means to boost immunity, improve overall health and well- being. International Yoga Day theme for this year is “Yoga at home and Yoga with Family”. Keeping in tandem with the theme, Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated The International Yoga Day by promoting ‘holistic health through yoga’. The students along with their parents participated enthusiastically in the virtual fitness sessions held from 14th June to 18th June, 2021. They practised the different asanas, pranayamas and learnt about their benefits. The students and parents made collaborative videos demonstrating their acquired skills during the practice sessions and a special assembly was conducted on 21st June to mark the special occasion. The students, parents and facilitators participated with great fervour and zeal. The aim of the health drive was to instil the habit of a regular fitness regime and to tell people to stay optimistic and motivated at home and adopt a healthy lifestyle by doing exercise and yoga.

  • Father’s Day Celebration (Classes VI-VIII)

    “A Father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way.” Fathers play a huge role in one’s life. Not only do they put their children’s needs before theirs, but they also guide them at every step. As such, while fathers and their selfless love need to be celebrated every day of the year, the third Sunday in the month of June is specially celebrated as Father’s Day every year. The students of Classes VI-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated Father’s Day virtually with enthusiasm during the circle time. They showcased their love and respect for their fathers by reciting self-composed poems, expressing their thoughts, and making PowerPoint presentations. The fervor was electric as they gave their heartwarming expressions in rejoicing this precious bond to make their fathers, their heroes feel special.

  • Father’s Day Celebration (Classes I-V)

    “A father doesn’t tell you that he loves you; he shows you” Father’s Day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated Father’s Day virtually with enthusiasm and zeal on 18th June, 2021. The learners of Classes I-V showcased their selfless love and respect for their fathers through various stupendous activities. They made origami shirts, ties, badges, trophies for their adorable fathers. Rejoicing this precious bond, the students of Classes I and II made corn chat, recited poems, songs and shared the qualities and strengths of their father. The event concluded with fathers expressing their feelings on the occasion. It was a memorable event which the fathers and children will cherish for their lifetime.

  • World Blood Donor Day (Classes I-VIII)

    ‘Give blood and keep the world- beating.’ The birth anniversary of Karl Landsteiner is celebrated as World Blood Donor Day on June 14. This day was first initiated and established on June 14, 2004, by the World Health Organization (WHO).The slogan for this year’s World Donor Day highlights the essential contribution blood donors make to keep the world pulsating by saving lives and improving others’ health. It reinforces the global call for more people all over the world to donate blood regularly and contribute to better health. Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura observed the World Blood Donor Day by engaging the students of Classes I to VIII in a plethora of activities. The students enhanced their knowledge about blood and its importance for the body, different blood groups and precautions to be taken while donating blood by watching video presentations and participating in quiz session. The students also composed poems, designed posters and wrote catchy slogans to create awareness and encourage everyone to embrace the humanitarian call to donate blood and inspire others to do the same. The highlight was the radio show appreciating the extraordinary efforts of blood donors during the unprecedented crisis of Covid -19 in ensuring a safe and sufficient blood supply during normal and emergency times. The aim of the activities was to instil and promote the community values of blood donation in the young generation to enhance community solidarity and social cohesion.

  • Environment Day Celebration (Class VI)

    “Let’s nurture the nature so that we can have a better future.” At Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura students are instilled with values not for a day but for a lifetime. Creating awareness and sensitivity about environmental issues is an ongoing process. Students of Class VI kept the thought of ‘Make every day, environment day’ alive. They made their pledge to be more responsible and conserve the environment as a part of their day to day practice. They also enhanced their knowledge about global warming and greenhouse effect by watching a video presentation and doing activities like ‘Be the change’ and ‘Embracing cleanliness’ during the Circle Time.

  • World Environment Day Celebration (Classes I-VIII)

    World Environment Day Celebration- a dream for a better tomorrow and a better planet. We believe in celebrating, we believe in implementing and that’s exactly what we did this year too. Even lockdown could not stop us! With great zeal and enthusiasm, the students of Classes I to VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated World Environment Day, 2021. The students were involved in various activities like poster making and displaying them, taking pledge to save their mother earth, recycling materials to make innovative things and planting trees. The showstopper of the day was the interview conducted on earth convention —a thoughtful approach for a better future. Interviewing older family members helped the Maxfortians understand the ways and means adopted by older generations to save our precious planet. The interview was conducted by the students to discuss and share on the most pertinent issues of environment. During the interview, thoughtful and insightful solutions and experiences were shared by the family members. Amidst the lockdown, instead of going out the green warriors of Maxfort School were able to raise awareness at their level. We are determined to fight for our planet and all those living on it. Together we can and we will be the generation that brings the change.

  • Mother’s Day Celebration (Classes I-VIII)

    “No language can express the power, beauty and heroism of a mother’s love.”

    -Edwin Chapin

    ‘MOTHER’- Our guiding force, the one responsible for making us who we are. She shapes our lives and our personalities too. Yes, mother is the sweetest name on earth. Her love is kindled by the Divine Flame. The students of Maxfort School, Pawana Road, Pitampura paid tribute to the most important and adorable person, ‘Mother’ during their Virtual Club sessions. The students were engaged in a plethora of activities to express their love and gratitude towards their mother by designing beautiful cards, preparing scrumptious recipes, wonderful poems, interesting acrostic, wish coupons, digital cards, paper coffee mugs etc. as a token of love for their mother. The facilitators from Classes I and II made earnest efforts to instil the importance of the day among children, and helped them in framing and executing a beautiful dance presentation with their mothers to enjoy on the day of celebrations. The students of III to VIII also saw a video to make them aware how Anna Marie Jarvis was instrumental in dedicating a special day to honour mothers because she believed that a mother is “a person who has done more for you than anyone in the world”. Her mother had once said “Mothers render matchless service to humanity in every field of life”.

  • International Dance Day

    Dancing helps lift spirits, raise energy levels, and maintain mental health as self-isolation becomes a way of life. To most, dance is a form of expression and art. However, what most people do not know, is that it also connects people as it works as a social tool. Dance heals and can serve as a form of meditation. Art transcends all barriers and boundaries. With art there is no race, religion, age or colour; just the joy of rhythm. A joy that melds diversities and has the power to bring people together in one voice. The current Covid-19 pandemic is enough to daunt even the strongest, but the marvelous Maxfortians of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura on the occasion of International Dance Day that is celebrated every year on 29 April, used the unique power of dance which served as a useful vehicle of hope and positivity to bring relief into a world that could be perceived as struggling under a huge cloud of uncertainty and gloom. The students showcased different dance forms and made a stupendous effort to bring people together and cheer them on.

  • World Book Day (Classes I-VIII)

    “Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination and the journey. They are home.”

    – Anna Quindlen

    A day dedicated to books and literature – World Book Day was celebrated by Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura on Friday, 23 April 2021.The school invited the students of Classes VI-VIII to join virtually for the storytelling session by international bestselling author (of Vahana Masterclass) , Alfredo Covelli ( Scholastic India) and for Classes I to V by renowned Indian storyteller, Shalini Bansal. The speakers talked about the importance of reading books along with their experiences as a writer. They also shared their experiences of reading and writing books of different genres. The speaker Alfredo Covelli ( Scholastic India) narrated the story of the book ‘Vahana Masterclass’ and raised the student’s curiosity about the different characters, themes and values associated with the story. The storyteller extraordinaire, Shalini Bansal narrated an adapted version of a Mexican Folk Tale, to celebrate the love for books and reading. At the end the speakers shared about their favourite authors and told the students about the importance of literature.

  • Earth Day Celebration (Classes I-VIII)

    “Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s need, but not every man’s greed.” -Mahatma Gandhi Earth Day is celebrated on 22nd April every year. The day aims to raise awareness among the masses about climate change and global warming. The day inspires everyone to act towards the protection of the environment and focus on the need for conservation. “At the heart of Earth Day’s 2021 theme, ‘Restore Our Earth’, is optimism, a critically needed sentiment in a world ravaged by both climate change and the pandemic.” -Kathleen Rogers The students of Classes I-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura enthusiastically participated in various activities to commemorate our benevolent Mother Earth. On the occasion of the 51st Earth Day, an array of activities was organized during the week, with a view to sensitize the children about the conservation of natural resources and to motivate them to do their bit towards making their planet even more beautiful. Magnificent Monday began with video presentations being shown to the students on the history and importance of the Earth Day and the students took a pledge to preserve and conserve their self-sustaining planet. This was followed by doing nature related moral value lessons and G.K. pages. Thrilling Tuesday saw the students of Class III doing fun activities like word search and decoding, the students of Class IV writing slogans on earth day crowns. Class V students designed beautiful bookmarks in French. Students of Class VI were at their poetic best as they composed thought provoking English poems on “Mother Earth’. Class VII students made creative posters on various environmental themes while Class VIII students engaged in role play and dialogue conversation.

  • World Heritage Day (Classes I-II)

    To celebrate the World Heritage Day, the learners of Classes I and II of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura enjoyed a virtual excursion to the Indian monuments on 19th April, 2021. The virtual excursion showcased an informative and entertaining presentation on different Indian monuments and the importance of preserving world heritage. The students learned that heritage refers to practices that are passed down through the years, from one generation to the next which includes culture, tradition, clothing, flora, fauna and also historical monuments. This special day offered an opportunity to raise awareness about the diversity of cultural heritage and the efforts that are required to protect and conserve it. The students thoroughly enjoyed picture pasting and gained knowledge about different monuments.

  • World Heritage Day (Classes VI-VIII)

    “A nation’s culture resides in the hearts and in the soul of its people.” Mahatma Gandhi India has a vast and diverse cultural heritage and ancient monuments in the form of buildings and other archaeological sites and remains. These monuments are the reminiscence of the living witnesses of the golden historic era of over a thousand years and of the pre-independence battles. They are the epitome of courage, stand testimony to the evolution and are a symbol of cultural expression. Students of Classes VI-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the World Heritage day on 16th April, 2021. They were given a virtual video tour of the top fifteen historical monuments of India. They were also sensitized about protecting their heritage through powerpoint presentation, story session and GK quiz. The students drew, sketched and painted the world heritage sites as a part of the ‘Save our heritage’ initiative. The purpose of these activities was to make them understand the importance of preserving the monuments so that they could be showcased to the next generation as the contributions or achievements of our ancestors. The students realized that a little effort on their side would create drastic changes that will make the present and the future generations of the country and the world proud of India.

  • World Heritage Day (Classes III-V)

    “Maintaining one’s culture, values and traditions is beyond price.” Getano Lui,jnr India is a vast country; it contains multitudes. It has a rich and varied heritage. Heritage can be understood as some tangible and intangible historical or cultural assets that are conserved and later passed on from one generation to another generation. It gives a unique identity to the country. Heritage is something that reminds us of the history created by the people living in different time and different societies before we were born. This history boosts the respect in our mind for those people. So it’s our duty to preserve our heritage for ourselves and for our next generation. Keeping this in view the students of Classes III-V of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated the World Heritage Day by participating in a plethora of activities. The students were taken on a virtual excursion of different world heritage sites. They made posters containing interesting facts about different monuments, shared facts on monuments along with steps on preserving them. The students also took pledge to respect and protect their heritage.

  • Baisakhi Celebration (Classes VI-VIII)

    ‘Life should be great rather than long’ Dr. B.R. Ambedkar May this Baisakhi fill your lives with the colours of love, joy and happiness. Baisakhi is the Sikh New Year’s Day as it is not just a Spring-time harvest festival but also a day that is commemorative of the formation of the Khalsa Panth of warriors under Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. It is celebrated on 13th April every year. Keeping with the tradition of celebrating all festivals with fervour and gaiety, a special virtual assembly was conducted for the students of Classes VI to VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura on 12th April, 2021. Through a virtual guided tour, the students explained the importance of this festival -not only as a harvest festival but also as a very auspicious day for the Hindus and the Sikhs. On this day, the farmers offer their prayers in thanks for a bountiful harvest of the Rabi crop. A virtual video screening was also done on the life of Dr. B.R Ambedkar as a tribute to the ‘Father of the Indian constitution’. The students participated enthusiastically in the quiz session conducted on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s life as well as enjoyed performing Punjabi folk dance to the beats of the dhol. The students enriched their knowledge about the rich culture and heritage. They enjoyed the session with merriment and enthusiasm.

  • Baisakhi Celebration (Classes III-V)

    May your Baisakhi be blessed with the bounty of the season and a harvest of joy and prosperity. Happy Baisakhi! On 13th April, the whole of Punjab and many parts of Northern India gear up to celebrate the harvest festival of Baisakhi. It is also significant as it marks the founding of the Khalsa Panth community three hundred years ago by the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. Across the country, people celebrate Baisakhi with a lot of fun, merriment and enthusiasm. The students of Classes III to V of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura were shown a video highlighting the importance of the festival. The facilitators also discussed about Ambedkar Jayanti. The students dressed up in colourful attire and participated enthusiastically in different activities like scarf decoration, lassi making and art and craft activity of wheat making. They enjoyed the bhangra dance session immensely and revelled in the occasion.

  • Baisakhi Celebration (Classes I-II)

    Baisakhi is the most significant harvest festival of North India particularly Punjab and Haryana. Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura celebrated Baisakhi on 13th April, 2021with great zeal and enthusiasm. The little learners of Classes I and II were shown a video highlighting the significance of the festival. A discussion on the importance of festivals was held between students and the facilitators. The highlight of the program was the mesmerizing dance performance on dhol beats by the students. Everyone was dressed to their best in colourful attires which further enhanced the jubilant mood.

  • World Health Day (Classes VI-VIII)

    “It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.” – Mahatma Gandhi The World Health Day is a global health awareness day celebrated every year on 7th April, under the sponsorship of the World Health Organization (WHO), as well as other related organizations. Students of Classes VI-VIII of Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura were sensitized about the importance of maintaining good health. Various activities were conducted during the Circle Time like virtual guided group meditation, sharing exercise regime, relieving stress, promote healthy eating to ensure that the students focus on their overall health and development. Students also made posters on ‘World Health Day 2021’ with reference to this year’s theme- ‘Building a fairer and Healthier world.’ The aim was to make the students aware of the health issues and concerns so that they are motivated to follow a healthy and disciplined life.

  • World Health Day (Classes IV, V)

    “To keep the body in good health is our duty…otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.” World Health Day is observed on 7th April every year and in 2021 will be celebrated with a theme “Together for a fairer, healthier world” With this view, Maxfort School Parwana Road Pitampura planned the day to create awareness about precautions one must take to stop the spread of various diseases and how one can help others in various situations for the students of Classes IV and V. The students were made aware about the precautions to be taken in various real life situations. Facilitators also motivated the students to include healthy meals in their diet and go for nature walks. Learners learnt about important dimensions including mental health, climate change, the importance of healthcare workers and many more such issues. This day aims to spread awareness on achieving a better lifestyle and living a disease-free life.

  • World Health Day (Classes I-III)

    World Health Day is observed on 7th April every year and it serves as an opportunity to focus worldwide attention on important aspects of global health. Maxfort School, Parwana Road, Pitampura organized various activities for the young Maxfortians of Classes I, II and III to highlight the significance of the issue of good health and well-being. It was a unique experience to come together virtually for one day to promote actions that can improve our health. The vivacious Maxfortians participated enthusiastically in activities like Zumba, simple exercises on number counts and music, discussion on healthy eating habits, meditation and breathing exercises etc. The students celebrated it with great aplomb by enhancing awareness about hand washing techniques, safety protocols of Covid 19 and also enjoyed story sessions held in the class.