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Dehradun, 15 Dec: The Doon International School, Junior Wing, held the 32nd Annual Sports Meet for the students of nursery to grade 5, here, on Sunday. The Chief Guest on the occasion was Shweta Choubey IPS, Commandant IRB-II, Dehradun.
The event commenced with a mellifluous welcome song performed by the students of grades 3, 4, and 5. The welcome address was delivered by the managing director of the school, Gagan Jyot Mann. The chief guest Shweta Choubey declared the Sports Meet open. This was followed by the school captains taking the ceremonial oath on behalf of all the participants, promising fairness and dedication.
The events ranged from thrilling sprints and relays of all the classes to creatively themed races such as Garland Race, Pop Up the Balloon Race, Hurdle Race, Flower and Butterfly Race, Rabbit & Carrot Race, and Little Chefs Go Shopping, which added a touch of uniqueness to the event. The young participants from the Kindergarten entertained the audience with their Zumba performance bringing smiles to everyone’s faces. Students of grades 1 and 2 showcased their enthusiasm and teamwork by participating in a series of exciting races, including Passing the Rugby Race, Pyramid Race, Cow Boy and Bull Race, Sack Race, etc.
The winners in the thrilling Sprint Races for Grades 4 and 5 were Agrima Gairola, Amayra Devli, Aarav Bahuguna and Adwik Sharma. The Shuttle Relay Race (4×80) for Boys and Girls in Grades 4 and 5 was closely contested. The winners were awarded medals and certificates. Special awards for excellence in different sports were awarded to Ekisha Butola, Prisha Bhatt, Paarth Singh Bohra, Archit Bhatt, Bani Bhatt and Pawanie Rawat.
Grades 1 and 2 captivated the crowd with a vibrant Ribbon PT Display. One of the highlight was the dazzling Hoopla PT Display by Grades 3, 4, and 5 which was a mesmerising performance that blended rhythm and coordination like a symphony in motion. The Taekwondo Show, Body Percussion and Yoga Display left the audience awestruck, showcasing precision and discipline akin to a well-rehearsed masterpiece. The parents’ race highlighted the true spirit of togetherness and energy.
The competition was fierce yet friendly, and the House Trophy was ultimately clinched by Teresa House. The event concluded with a Grand Finale Dance -‘Panch Tattva’ – Dance of the five elements of nature, a vibrant and colorful display of unity and celebration.
The Chief Guest, Shweta Choubey, addressed the students with inspiring words about the values of sportsmanship and perseverance. She emphasised the importance of physical fitness as a cornerstone of holistic development. This was followed by the Prize Distribution Ceremony, Vote of Thanks and the National Anthem bringing the sports meet to a close.
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