The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act is a crucial legal framework enacted in India in 2012 to address and combat child sexual abuse. A session was conducted for the teachers for a deep understating of the act. Here's an overview of the session of the POCSO Act: The objective of the session was to enlighten the BGS staff with the aims of POCSO as follows:

The Gist of the session was to educate and acquaint the staff members that the POCSO Act stands as a significant milestone in India's efforts to protect children from sexual abuse. It emphasizes the need for a safe and nurturing environment for children, where their voices are heard and their rights are protected. The POCSO Act is a critical tool in the fight against child sexual abuse, and its proper implementation is essential to ensure the safety and well-being of children in India.

May the truth always triumph, and may the good always win over evil. May you be blessed with infinite wisdom

BGSVS celebrated Dusshera and Diwali on 20th October 2023. To add to the festive fervour, students of steps 4 and 5 presented a Special Assembly on Dusshera and Diwali.

Dusshera celebrates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana. The celebrations started with Ganesh Vandana followed by Ram Katha - A short enactment of Ramayana.
The choir recited hymns to add melody to the occasion. The assembly came to a close with a traditional dandiya and dhunuchi dance.

The day ended on a happy note with a bright smile on all the faces.

"Cybersecurity is of paramount importance in today's digital age. It encompasses practices and measures to protect our sensitive information, data, and systems from unauthorized access, theft, and damage. A session was conducted in the school for Steps 6 to 10 which led to learning how we rely heavily on the internet for communication, transactions, and information sharing, and how cybersecurity plays a vital role in safeguarding our personal and professional lives. Breaches in cybersecurity can result in severe consequences, including financial loss, identity theft, and compromised privacy. As individuals and organizations, it's our responsibility to prioritize cybersecurity to ensure a safe and secure digital environment.

World Food Day Celebration: Millet Feast and Say No to Plastic Drive

On World Food Day, children participated in a unique and educational event at school on Monday 16, October'23. The focus of the day was on promoting healthy eating habits and environmental responsibility. Children brought dishes prepared with millet, and they were encouraged to join the "Say No to Plastic" campaign by bringing their lunch in steel-based lunch boxes.

“Books are the quietest and most constant of friends, they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers”

With an objective to enrich the close relationship between books and children, BGSVS Greater Noida (West) organized a four-day Scholastic Book Fair in the school from 11 to 14 October 2023 for the whole school including pre-primary children. Inaugurated by the school Principal, the Book Fair witnessed an enthusiastic response from the children across all levels. A wide range of books on every subject was on display and children were seen browsing the books intently and eventually buying their favourite ones.

10 अक्टूबर 2023 को हिंदी दिवस बड़े हर्षोल्लास से मनाया गया। इस अवसर पर विद्यालय में विशेष प्रार्थना सभा का आयोजन किया गया जिसमें हिंदी विषय के छात्र-छात्राओं द्वारा हास्य कवि सम्मेलन व नाटक मंचन कार्यक्रम प्रस्तुत किए गए। सातवीं कक्षा के छात्रों ने नाटक द्वारा हिंदी भाषा के महत्व को दर्शाया और सोशल मीडिया के दुष्परिणामों को समझाया, किस तरह से पूरा समाज मुख्य रूप से युवा पीढ़ी सोशल मीडिया का शिकार बनती जा रही है।हास्य कवि सम्मेलन में छात्र-छात्राओं के द्वारा विभिन्न प्रकार की हास्य कविताएं प्रस्तुत की गई | इस अवसर पर विद्यालय की प्रधानाचार्या श्रीमती मीनाक्षी खुराना ने कार्यक्रम की प्रशंसा करते हुए सभी को हिंदी दिवस की शुभकामनाएं दी और छात्रों का मनोबल बढ़ाया।

We are delighted to inform you about the recent event at our nursery, where our young learners from both Nursery and Pre-Nursery classes enthusiastically participated in an Alphabet Ramp Walk. This event was designed to make learning enjoyable and interactive for our little ones.The Alphabet Ramp Walk Childeren were assigned letters of the alphabet and had the opportunity to showcase a costume or an object related to that letter while walking down the ramp.This activity served multiple educational purposes:
Letter Recognition
Vocabulary Development
Confidence Building

The gender equality session was conducted on Tuesday, 3 October’23 for students of Step-III-X. It covered a range of important topics such as how Indian advertising and media, often perpetuate gender stereotypes and influence societal perceptions, with the distinction between gender and sex, and the biological versus sociocultural aspects of identity. Furthermore, the sessions briefly introduced the concept of transgender individuals, fostering understanding and respect for diverse gender identities. These discussions aimed to raise awareness, challenge biases, and promote inclusivity, ultimately equipping students with the knowledge and empathy needed to contribute to a more gender-equal and accepting society.

Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, was celebrated with great enthusiasm and reverence in the Pre-Primary Wing at BGS Vijnatham School. The event aimed to educate and inspire students about the life and teachings of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, and promote values of truth, non-violence, and cleanliness among the little learners. The celebration began with a cleanliness drive in and around the school premises. Students and teachers joined hands to clean up littered areas, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness in our daily lives. This activity instilled a sense of responsibility among the children to keep their surroundings clean. Students gathered for an interactive session on Gandhi's "Three Monkeys." These three monkeys symbolize the principles of "See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil."

Happiness is when what you think, what you say and what you do are in harmony.

BGSVS celebrated Gandhi Jayanti with boundless enthusiasm and fervour on Tuesday, 26 September. Students of Step II conducted a special assembly to reflect upon the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.

In this world of greed and violence, Gandhian ideas of sustainable development are the only way out. Keeping this point in view, a skit on the life of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was staged exclusively by the little ones. The skit had beautiful music and dance performances in between reflecting upon the different stages of Gandhiji’s life.

The event was enthralling and full of patriotism that kindled a sense of love for our country.