Tribune News Network
Doha
M.E.S Indian School celebrated Grandparents’ Day in honour of grandparents, who provide worldly wisdom, create great memories and leave a legacy for the younger generation to emulate.
Grandparents are acclaimed as the voices of the past and the door to the future, great storytellers and the composers of melodic lullabies. To dedicate a day with unforgettable memories to these legacy holders, an astonishing Grandparents’ Day event was organised by the school Management, Principal, and staff on 9th January 2023.
The programme began with a welcome dance by the students of the Junior Section conveying veneration and affection to their grandparents. Dr. Hameeda Kadar, the school principal, addressed the gathering and expressed gratitude to all the grandparents for guiding the young generation with an abundance of love and affection. She emphasised the strong bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
The junior choir presented a melodious song. The day’s programme included ‘Selfies with Grandparents’, a video presentation dedicated to grandparents followed by a bunch of power-packed entertainment.‘Anthakshari’, musical chairs’, ‘target shot’, ‘pin the oryx tail’, and ‘bouncing challenge’ were the special segments arranged in which grandparents and their grandchildren participated enthusiastically.
The luckiest grandparent was chosen through a ‘Lucky Draw Contest’ and honoured with prizes. Many parents and grandparents joined in and appreciated the school officials and teachers for creating such an unforgettable day. Fayha Aysha welcomed the gathering. The joyful day culminated with a vote of thanks by Saira Razim. School officials, students, parents and grandparents attended the programme. Fency Pathrose, Mufeeda and Navas coordinated the event.
