VISIT TO NGO SESSION 23-24

"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give."
- Winston Churchill
In sight of the above quote the school has been organizing charity work from its very inception. Reaching out to the less fortunate mass of the society; exposing the children to the ground realities of the needy and providing an opportunity to the students to interact and understand the problems faced by them has been made mandatory for schoolchildren as prescribed in the CBSE curriculum under the heading Co-Scholastic Activities and sub heading Physical and Health Education. In light of it, escorted by Ms. Lalita Yadav the students of grade VI went for Charity work on 20 th December , 2023 to Yuva Ekta NGO. Involving in Charity work provides a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. The students wholeheartedly contributed for the noble cause.

Road Safety January 18-23, 2023

“For safety is not a gadget but a state of mind.” – Eleanor Everet
In keeping with its goal to make the children responsible adults, Shalom Hills International School observed Road Safety week from 18 th -23 th January 2023 by
conducting different activities like Street Play, Slogan writing, Essay competition on the Importance of Road Safety. The activities were both entertaining and enlightening. A Street play performed by the students was a great way of learning through doing. The experience created awareness in the children about the importance of road safety and its role in our safety and security. 
The basic road safety rules reiterated were:
• Always wear a seat belt
• Avoid distractions
• Do not cross the speed limits
• Follow traffic signals
• Do not drink and drive
• Drive to the left side of the road
• keep to your lane
• Overtake with caution
While these are very common traffic rules, they are also some of the most regularly broken ones. Some of these basic features were highlighted in the activities so that students can understand the rules and regulation which are made for the benefit of common man. The students and teachers pledged to follow all traffic and road safety rules.

Community Outreach Program Joy of Sharing "Alone we can do so little, TOGETHER we can do so much."

In the recent week, a generous donation drive was conducted at Shalom Hills International School which included collecting old clothes, quilts, toys and other household items that were in presentable condition and finally sharing them at some NGOs. Students donated in abundance and with great enthusiasm. The whole collection was divided into three parts as to donate in three different NGOs namely Life Tree Foundation, Sangharsh with Soul Old Age Home and Deepashram (orphanage). A group of students accompanied by mentors went to each NGO and distributed their collection. Students who went to these wonderful NGOs performed a couple of enriching activities. They also made beautiful cards, sang carols, played games and thus reciprocated their love for them. It was indeed an extremely incredible learning experience for the Shalomites to share their belongings and affection with people at the NG0. They also understood the unfailing deeds of their parents who are always supporting them. With inculcation of such moral values the donation drive attained its objectives to the fullest.

VISIT TO OLD AGE HOME Session 2022-23

True Education is not merely the educating of the mind, but the building of a strong moral character too!
As part of the CBSE mandate and with the purpose of instilling responsibility towards the less fortunate members of the society, the students of grade XI & XII visited ‘Earth Saviour’s’ Old Age Home to understand their hardships and emotional strain. Escorted by Ms. Lalita Yadav & Mr. Amit Negi, the children interacted with the elderly providing them the much needed attention and company. This visit helped to sensitize the children towards the needs of the elderly in their own homes and the society. The students wholeheartedly and joyfully intermingled with them.

VISIT TO NGO Session 2022-23

In Charity There Is No Excess!
In view of the same the school has been organizing charity work from its very inception. The purpose of these has been - Reaching out to the less privileged mass of the society; exposing the children to the ground realities of needy children; providing an opportunity to the students to interact and understand the problems faced by them. Shramdaan has been made mandatory for students as prescribed in the CBSE curriculum under the heading Co-Scholastic Activities and sub heading Physical and Health Education. In light of it, escorted by Ms. Lalita Yadav & Mr. Pawan, the students of grade VIII - IX went for Charity work on 13 th December 2022 to Yuva Ekta NGO. Involving in Charity work provides a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. The students wholeheartedly contributed for the noble cause.

Visit to an NGO Grade- V October 19 th , 2022

The mission of our school begins with a line ‘To create a caring environment…..’ and to put this mission to practice, the student council of grade V paid a visit to a local NGO, Prayatna located in sector-22A, Gurgaon on 19 th October, 2022. A week prior to the visit, a donation drive was carried out among the staff members of the primary wing. Simultaneously, the student council members of grade V prepared a Nukkad Natak on the topic ‘Swachta’, which they presented with utmost enthusiasm in front of the children at the NGO. At the centre, Mr. Praneet Sushil spoke to our students about the working of an NGO, its full form, how it is different from other organizations, their aim and vision. Later, our students interacted with the community children and then everyone engaged in ‘diya’ painting activity which was enjoyed by one and all. Overall, the Shalomites had a unique, thought-provoking and fruitful experience at the NGO.

Guidelines to Lady Guards September 02, 2019

A meesting of the lady guards escorting students in the school bus was conducted on September 02, 2019 by the Head Coordinator to apprise them of the important guidelines and rules to be followed while on duty.
It was emphasized that the safety of the students is of utmost importance. The lady guards were instructed to escort the students of their respective routes in a proper queue to the waiting bus. The attendance of the students must be taken both in the morning and afternoon. It is the duty of the lady guards to ensure that all the students have boarded the bus, are seated properly and comfortably, and the doors of the bus closed before starting the bus. It must be ascertained that the students have de-boarded the bus safely and been handed over to their respective guardians before continuing with the journey.
It was made clear that the safety of the students is of top priority for the school and no negligence would be tolerated in this respect.

Workshop on Safety & Security For Lady Guards 2nd February 2019

A workshop on Safety & Security was conducted by the Senior Counsellor, Ms. Bhupinder Kaur, for the Lady Guards of senior wing. They were apprised with the meaning of their designated post, and made aware about their duties and responsibilities. They were motivated to be diligent workers. They were made to understand that a child should feel safe & secure in their presence whether in the route or in school. They should listen patiently to all concerns and immediately report all matters and suspicious acts to the concerned teachers and authorities.
It was mentioned that they need to be pro-active and should refrain from indulging in gossips, personal comments on teachers & peers. They were encouraged to adopt pleasing language & use positive speech while interacting with the children as they watch and imitate their behavior as well. It was also conveyed that they need to be polite with parents.
They were firmly told to refrain from touching any child while making them disciplined in route and should remain vigilant of their surroundings in school premises also. They were also told to guide and monitor children in the corridor, send them to the classrooms if seen outside frequently and seek help from the teachers when they do not listen.
The workshop was concluded with the strong message that lady guards are deputed for children’s safety which cannot be comprised. Callous and indifferent approach will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Visit to the Kanhai Village School (Underprivileged Children) December 26, 2018

Keeping in accordance with the motto of our school: ‘Joy of sharing and caring’, the students of grade III and V visited a school in Village Kanhai, Gurugram on 26th December 2018 as part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social Service Campaign. The young souls of Shalom Hills International School magnanimously rendered help to the needy and destitute. The Kanhai Village children come from very low income group and always look forward for such support.
The development of our society in future depends on inculcating values in our children and spreading love and compassion for the underprivileged children. Our young Shalomites distributed clothes, toys and goodies along with food items, stationary items and warm clothing. The Children in Kanhai Village School expressed their joy and happiness by thanking the Shalomites.
On reaching there, our children were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm. It was a wonderful experience for the children. They learnt that helping the needy is helping the society grow, and each one should contribute to the welfare of the underprivileged.

Grade IV & V Engage In Social Service December 24, 2018

On 24th December 2018 Grade IV and V students of SHIS visited ‘The Earth Saviours Foundation Gurukul Old Age Home’ in Bandhwaridistt, Haryana as part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social Service Campaign to celebrate the eternal values of ‘Joy of Sharing’.
It was such a wonderful experience for the Shalom students to spread cheer, Christmas spirit and goodwill in the lives of the people of this foundation. On their arrival, they were warmly greeted by some volunteers of the home with cheers and open arms. The students interacted with them; sang songs and carols with them, played games and spent some quality time with the inhabitants. They distributed clothes, biscuits and chocolates, books, and stationery items. They even recited some famous poems together.
A few students of grade IV also visited an NGO named ‘Dream Girl Foundation’ on 27.12.18 in Sector-9, Gurugram. The students got an opportunity to be with the underprivileged and bring a spark into their lives for a day.The inmates of the foundation were filled with gratitude and happiness. At SHIS, students are encouraged to practise the philosophy of Sharing and Caring. Students brought things from their home to donate generously and were immensely satisfied to bring smiles and sparkles in the eyes of these children. Shalom students showed that ‘sharing is caring’.

Grade V Visit to Asha Bhavan – Chidlren’s Home 21st December 2018

Under the able guidance of our beloved Founder and Chairperson, Dr. (Mrs.) Lilly George, and in accordance with the motto of our school: Joy of sharing and caring, the students of grade V visited Asha Bhawan –Children’s Home on 21st December 2018. It was part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social service Campaign to inculcate the values of sharing and caring.
This Community Service provides a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. The students had brought from home, stationery items, warm clothing, toys and other useful items to be shared with the children of Asha Bhawan.
On reaching there, our children were greeted with warmth and love. They were escorted to the prayer room and also to the rooms of the children. They contributed whole-heartedly and came back with a determined will that they would continue to be a part of such a noble cause to help mankind to the best of their capacity. Our students realised that the power of love and compassion can fill the gap between rich and poor. Our magnanimous Shalomites came back with a wonderful feeling and promised to spread this joy of sharing in their societies too.

Visit to Nirmalam NGO 11th December 2018

‘Shramdaan’ is mandatory for students to acquaint themselves with the suffering prevalent in the world and become responsible and useful members of the society.
In view of the same the school has been organizing Community Service from its very inception. The purpose of these has been -; exposing the children to the ground realities; reaching out to the less privileged mass of the society and providing an opportunity to the students to interact and understand the problems faced by them.
In light of it, the students of Grades VI & VIII went for Community Service on 11th December, 2018 to NIRMALAM NGO.
This Community Service provides a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. The students whole-heartedly contributed towards the noble cause and came back with a determined will that they would continue to be a part of such a noble cause to help mankind to the best of their capacity.

Visit to Upay NGO 3rd December 2018

‘Shramdaan’ is mandatory for students to acquaint themselves with the suffering prevalent in the world and become responsible and useful members of the society.
In view of the same the school has been organizing Community Service from its very inception. The purpose of these has been -; exposing the children to the ground realities; reaching out to the less privileged mass of the society and providing an opportunity to the students to interact and understand the problems faced by them.
In light of it, the students of Grade IX went for Community Service on 3rd December, 2018 to UPAY NGO along with Ms. Lalita Yadav.
This Community Service provides a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. The students whole-heartedly contributed towards the noble cause and came back with a determined will that they would continue to be a part of such a noble cause to help mankind to the best of their capacity.

Sharing Environmental Responsibilty November 14, 2018

Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.
Inspired and guided by our socially aware Founder and Chairperson, Dr. (Mrs.) Lilly George, the students of grades XI and XII participated in a rally to voice their concern regarding the conservation of the Aravalli Biodiversity Park.
Equipped with placards declaring their resolutions the students joined their 3500 peers from many reputed schools from Gurugram to vocalise their views through slogans against the plan of constructing a stretch of a six-lane bypass passing through the Biodiversity Park. The students clearly declared that a healthy and thriving environment cannot be comprised in the name of development. The Bio-diversity Park is the lungs of the city and should not be sacrificed at any cost.
The students also submitted signed petitions to convey their environmental concerns to the government.
Their alarm at the rising pollution levels and apathy of the concerned authorities was also conveyed when they were interviewed regarding their views on the issue. It is hoped that the efforts taken by the students reach the ears of the authorities and bear fruit.

Run For Unity 31st October 2018

In a bid to pay befitting tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 142nd birth anniversary, the Haryana Government organized a state level function at Sirsa on October 31.
With a view to foster and reinforce dedication to preserve and strengthen unity, integrity and security of nation, Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) was observed all over the country on October 31, 2018 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Incorporated in 2014, the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas helps the youth of the country to be aware and provides an opportunity to everyone to maintain the integral strength of the nation.
It was with enthusiasm and zeal that the 30 students of Shalom Hills International School from classes VI to XII, accompanied by the sports team participated in the Marathon “Run for Unity” on 31st Oct.
The Flag off was done by our respected education minister Shri Ram Bilas Sharma and the Honorable Chief Guest was Shri Suresh Prabhu (Hon’ble Industries and commerce and civil Aviation Minister, Govt. of India)
It was a great initiative taken by the government to integrate and unify the citizens of the country.

Grade VI-XII: Road Traffic Safety Quiz 26th October 2018

Road Safety Week is celebrated across the world to reinforce Road safety behaviour among road users.
With this perspective, a Road Traffic Safety Quiz was conducted by the Haryana Police for the students of Grade VI – XII on 26th October 2018. India has a dubious distinction of having the highest number of fatalities on road. The students were tested on their knowledge of the traffic rules and various road safety measures in age appropriate multiple choice questionnaires. The hour long quiz proved to be not only a tool for testing the students’ knowledge of traffic rules but also became a medium of sensitizing young minds about traffic rules and importance of following them. They realised their contribution in traffic management, and how they can be instrumental in making people aware of traffic rules and can force their parents, relatives and friends to follow traffic rule for the safety of self and others.
The toppers from various classes were acknowledged for their outstanding performance.

Grade V ‘Swacch Shalom Week’ 25th September to 1st October 2018

Shalom Hills International School has been working tirelessly to increase its contribution in improving the challenging environmental conditions.
The teachers and students have undertaken various environmental friendly activities like tree plantation, campaigns against noise and air pollution and awareness campaigns amidst the society like “No Plastic for me”, “Say no to crackers” and the most important one the “Cleanliness Drive”.
As part of Gandhi Jayanti celebrations, our school launched a week-long cleanliness drive program from 25th September to 1st October 2018. The SHIS students and staff enthusiastically participated in this cleanliness drive and tidied up the classrooms and surroundings. They devotedly took up the challenge to clean up every nook and corner of the class rooms, corridors, school grounds, parking lot and nearby areas.
The whole drive was quite inspiring and motivating for the staff and students. The students realized that any work is best done when it is carried out by a person himself. It also made the students aware of the dignity of labour.

Cleanliness week from 24/9/18 to 28/9/18

“One, who maintains cleanliness keeps away diseases.” Keeping the importance of cleanliness in mind the Swachh Shalom week was observed from 24/9/18 to 28/9/18 on the lines of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. The classes were observed for the cleanliness on daily basis.The children were in proper uniform. They were asked to take care of the cleanliness of the class with the assistance of maid and helpers. All the desks and chairs were properly arranged. Books were stacked properly in the shelves. There were no pencil shaving and litter around the dustbins.
The main purpose of this programme was to create awareness among the students regarding cleanliness and its benefits. Students realized the importance of keeping home, locality and city clean.

LABOUR DAY CELEBRATION

SHALOM HILLS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL celebrated LABOUR’S DAY on 1st MAY 2018 at 8:30 a.m. The Celebration was attended by the Headmistress, and Coordinator (VII-VIII). The celebration started with a Futsal Match between the grade IV employees and was followed by Yoga for the Lady Guards. Mr. Pradeep was adjudged as the best player in Futsal, while In Yoga Ms Pushpa, Ms Meera and Ms Poonam received the - I, II and III prizes respectively.
The Headmistress shared her thoughts and apprised them about one’s duties and contribution as a citizen of India. The zeal and enthusiasm of the participants was a conviction that more of such events need to be organised on such special days.

Visit to the NGO- UPAY Foundation

Under the able guidance of our beloved MD Ma’am and keeping in accordance with the motto of our school: Joy of sharing and caring, and as part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social service Campaign, the students of grade III visited the NGO: Under Privileged Advancement by Youth Foundation in Sec-52, Gurugram on 21th Dec. ’17. The development of our society in the future relies on the quality of education children receive now. It is this belief that inspired UPAY an NGO with the mission to provide free education to underprivileged children by a group of young engineers from IIT and NIT.
UPAY uses two unique models to implement its mission. The first is Foot Pathshala, a ‘street to school’ initiative aimed at children living on the footpaths in urban areas. The second is the ‘Reach n Teach’ centre, which involves providing regular classroom teaching to children in rural areas. The students were accompanied by Ms. Pritika Chugh and Ms. Anjana. The students carried with them articles like, food items, stationary items, warm clothing, toys and other useful items which they had collected/got from home, to be shared with the inmates of UPAY Foundation.
On reaching there, our children were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm. The children there showcased their talent through recitation of poems and by singing songs for our young Shalomites. It was a wonderful experience and the children returned enriched with the values of sharing and caring. They learnt that the power to build a better tomorrow lies within each and every one of us.

Visit to the NGO- The Dream Girl Foundation

Under the able guidance of our beloved MD Ma’am and keeping in accordance with the motto of our school: Joy of sharing and caring, and as part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social service Campaign, the students of grade IV visited the NGO: The Dream Girl Foundation in Sec-51, Gurugram on 20th Dec’17.
The students were accompanied by Ms. Sunita Yadav and Ms. Jyoti Nagpal. The students carried with them articles like food items, stationary items, warm clothing, toys and other useful items they had collected/got from home, to be shared with the inmates of Dream Girl Foundation.
On reaching there, our children were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm. The children there showcased their talent through recitation of poem and by singing songs for our young Shalomites. It was a wonderful experience and the children came back enriched with the values of sharing and caring.

VISIT TO NGO

Shramdaan is not only mandatory for students as prescribed in the CBSE curriculum but also as an act of humanitarian duty.
In view of the same the school has been organizing Community Service from its very inception. The purpose of these has been - Reaching out to the less privileged mass of the society; exposing the children to the ground realities of needy children and providing an opportunity to the students to interact and understand the problems faced by them.
In light of this, the students of Grade VI-X went for Community Service on 20thth & 21st Dec. ’17 to NIRMALAM & UPAY NGO along with Ms. Lalita Yadav and Ms. Rita Dey.
This Community Service provides a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. The students wholeheartedly contributed for the noble cause.

Visit to the Orphanage

On 19th December 2017, Grade V students of SHIS visited an orphanage home ‘Earth Saviours Foundation Gurukul’ in Bandhwari distt, Haryana. It was a part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social Service Campaign to celebrate the eternal values of ‘Joy of Sharing’.
It was such a wonderful experience for the Shalom students to spread cheer, Christmas spirit and goodwill in the lives of the people of this foundation. On their arrival, they were warmly greeted by some volunteers of the home. They cheered happily and welcomed them with open arms. The students interacted with them; sang songs and carols with them; played games and spent some quality time with the inhabitants. They distributed clothes, biscuits and chocolates, books, and stationery items. They even recited some famous poems together.
The inmates of the home were filled with gratitude and happiness. At SHIS, the students are encouraged to practise the philosophy of Sharing and Caring. The students brought things from their home to donate generously and were immensely satisfied to bring smiles and sparkles in the eyes of these students. The Shalom students showed that ‘to share is to care’.

Save Our Environment -Community Outreach Programme on 13th July’16

At SHIS, Van Mahotsav Week is celebrated with great fervor, under the aegis of Dr Lilly George, Founder-Managing Director, primarily to spark the enthusiasm among the students for forest conservation and planting trees. Through such programme, the school is building up a community of green warriors determined to save the environment.
As part of Community Outreach Programme, Grade V students went to Huda market at sector 56, Gurgaon, with the express purpose of sensitizing the people about their responsibilities towards environment and society. Students went about interacting with people in all the nearby shops, eating joints such as Easy Day, More, Clinics etc. As confident Green Earth warriors, they spoke about the importance of planting trees and categorically stated that the environment should not be vitiated.

They spoke about innovative ideas for sustainable development without jeopardizing the non-renewable resources. They particularly stressed on banning plastics, its harmful effects and urged people to say ‘no to plastics’. The young students even distributed handmade paper bags and urged people to do their bit to save the environment by each one planting one sapling to prevent further desertification of the earth.

Shalom students join the ‘Walk for Hope’ – a padayatra for hope and peace on 16th January’16

Walk for Hope is a padayatra for peace and harmony by the Manav Ekta Mission – covering 6500 kms from Kanyakumari to Kashmir. The Walk for Hope was flagged off on 12th January to commemorate the birthday of a great prophet of interfaith harmony, Swami Vivekananda. Led by Sri M, the founder of this mission, the padayatra reached Gurgaon this week. This initiative seeks to have a nation – fit to be bequeathed to our future generations.

Whenever a social cause has to be espoused, Shalom Hills International School under the aegis of its Founder –Managing Director, Dr Lilly George is in the forefront. On 16th January’16, the students of Grade VIII accompanied by Ms. Priyaa Chauhan, Head-Mistress of Senior Wing, Sports teachers, Ms Sanjana, Ms Lopa, Ms Vineeta and Ms. Vanita Verma joined the padayatra as it neared the school. Walking briskly and lending their support to this laudable initiative, the youthful Shalomites walked till Sushant Lok.

Abdus Samad Hashmy and Surya Iyer of Grade XII showed great resourcefulness in conducting a walk n talk interview with Sri M while walking along with him.

Students pay a visit to DBF CHURCH, DLF PHASE III, Gurgaon

In light of the schools’ Community Outreach and Social Service Programme, the students of grade VI to XI went for a Social Service visit on 22nd December to DBS CHURCH, located in DLF Phase III on the outskirts of the city along with Ms. Apurva and Ms. Ambika.This Donation Drive provides a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time teach them to be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. In the beginning, the people of the church enlightened the students with some Christmas carols and the story of the birth and life of JESUS CHRIST on Earth. They shared the insight with our Shalom students that “JESUS CHRIST died for the sins of people and is still searching for his kids who should come to him and do the noble tasks in their life under his guidance and blessings.” The students of the church also sang with the Shalom students. The students interacted whole-heartedly and lovingly with the orphanage kids and contributed generously for the noble cause. They donated edible food items, clothes, toiletries, stationeries, toys and books. The students had a wonderful time and an elating experience.

At the end, they gifted us a handbook and a CD, expressing their fervent gratitude to the school management, principal, staff, students and their families for the overwhelming contribution from the school.

Students visit an NGO –MERA PARIVAR on 16th Dec’15

Shalom Hills International School has been organizing Social Service Camps from its very inception. The purpose of these camps has been to reach out to the less privileged mass of the society; expose the students to the harsh realities of life and to provide them with an opportunity to engage in active Community Service. The students of Grades VI and VIII went to MERA PARIVAR, located in Rajiv Nagar on the outskirts of the city along with their teachers, Ms. Rita Dey and Ms. Anjali Drolia.

This donation drive provided a platform to the students to ponder on the hardships faced by the poor and at the same time to be grateful to the Almighty for the blessings they enjoy. The students had contributed generously for the noble cause and distributed the edible items, clothes, toiletries, stationary, toys and books they had collected for them.

In the end, the residents of Mera Parivar gifted the Shalom students a handmade card made by the students of the NGO and expressed gratitude to the management, principal, the students and their families for the overwhelming contribution from the school.

Shalom students go on an Eco Friendly Rally on 9th Nov’15

“Pollution free Diwali brings everywhere khush-hali” is the slogan for Shalom Hills students.

Shalom Hills International School took an initiative to promote a safe and pollution free Diwali and encourage others in their community to ‘Say No to Crackers’ this festival season. The students of Grades IX-XI undertook a rally carrying placards with messages advocating repudiation of crackers this Diwali. All the dynasty students walked till DLF Block E to spread this message. During the rally, they raised slogans such as say no to crackers and say a big no to pollution.The students were accompanied by their dynasty wardens, sports teachers and class teachers.

This year before you light a cracker, just remember that crackers will raise Delhi’s air pollution levels up to 9 times above the permissible limit.

STUDENTS OF JUNIOR WING TAKE PART IN CLEANLINESS DRIVE ON 1st Oct’15

The students of Classes I-V undertook a Cleanliness Drive on 1st October 2015 to celebrate and commemorate Gandhi Jayanti as well as to contribute to the nation-wide Swachh Bharat Cleanliness Campaign launched by our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 2nd October 2014.

The Junior Wing students were engaged in a wide range of events like Inter-Class “No Dustin Day Competition”, Cleanliness March, Oath Ceremony and a Special Assembly by Class-V students which included skit, songs and speeches etc. The activities were not only directed towards inculcating the habit of cleanliness among students but also to generate a sense of ownership, humility and citizenship in them.

The day began with an animated video on the life and ideologies of Gandhiji being played in all the classes. After drawing inspiration from the film, the students prepared and wrote a Cleanliness Pledge on coloured sheets. They took a pledge to keep their school, homes, public places & surroundings clean. Students were also given handy tips how to keep their surroundings and school clean. In keeping with the teachings of Gandhiji, the students of classes I- V went out in the area around the school and cleaned the garbage strewn around. Armed with gloves, dusters, brooms, garbage bags etc, the students cleared all the bits of plastic and paper, dead leaves, which they found lying on the ground. They did so enthusiastically and took brooms and garbage bags to clean up every nook and corner of the class rooms, corridors, school grounds, Science Park and nearby areas.

The Head boy of the Junior Wing, Devyansh Somvanshi and Head Girl, Ananya along with rest of the Student Council members led an Awareness March to spread the loud and clear ‘Cleanliness is next to Godliness’. A written pledge signed by all the junior council members was given to the Principal Mr. Atul Bhatt, in which the youthful Shalom brigade promised to be the ambassadors of Cleanliness. This was followed by a Special Assembly organised by Grade-V students with same vision to spread the importance of Cleanliness. The assembly began with Lord’s Prayer, daily news update, thought of the day and the word of the week. After this the students presented a very interesting skit titled ‘Clean India’ which was highly informative and inspiring. It explained the need to keep our surroundings clean. The play highlighted the importance of hygiene, sanitation and cleanliness.

The students also presented melodious songs, invigorating speeches on Gandhiji and importance of Cleanliness. The role play on Gandhiji enacted by Akhand of VC was cherry on the cake.

Labour’s Day Assembly conducted by Grade XI by 1st May’15

On 1st May, 2015 Shalom Hills International School celebrated the Labour Day in its school premises. A great number of students had participated in the programme. Class XI students hosted and conducted the assembly on the theme of Labour Day in Hindi. Stage decoration was managed by students: Snehhlata, Muskan, Aishwarya, Diksha and Aditi. Muskan and Sachin were the anchors and they introduced the theme of the assembly with the quote “shramik karte hein roz kam ek may unke naam”. This was followed by Special song “Itni Shakti Hume Dena Data” sung by Ria and Sachin.

The thought of the day, word and News Headlines were read aloud in the assembly by Diksha, Shalini, Arpit and Nishkam. An inspiring poem based on Labour’s Day was recited by Udai. A speech signifying the importance of hard work and Labour was delivered by Ria. The students performed a street play in which the first part show cased the crass behavior and low mentality that some people have towards their workers. The second part was based on salary discrimination. The act ended with slogans signifying the importance of workers and depicting the changing perception of society towards the workers and working class. The programme included a Video Presentation in which the entire Grade XI extended heartfelt thanks to the Grade IV employees and Shalom workers and a few glimpses of their hard work were shown. Mr. Arjun Shastri, the Sanskrit teacher made an inspiring and emotional speech in Sanskrit. In an interaction rounds, the guards, maids and drivers were asked to share their experiences in serving the school and the students were immensely moved that they all considered the students’ well-being and safety to be their topmost priority.

Ms. Ritu Mehta, the Principal passed on M.D ma’am’s message and appreciative words to the workers of our school. In her address, she made the students aware of the aspect of humanity and also gave thanks to the workers for maintaining the Shalom Hills and keeping it neat and clean.The programme ended up with Distribution of gifts to the workers and vote of thanks.

Earth Day celebrated in Grade IV on 22nd April’15

World Earth Day is an annual event in which events are held worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970 and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network and celebrated in more than 192 countries each year.

The students of Grade IV of Shalom Hills International School celebrated Earth Day on 22nd April with a great deal of zeal and assertion. The main aim of the event was to motivate and spread awareness among the students on ways to save MOTHER EARTH. The children engaged in a series of activities such as designing T-shirts on Save Earth, talk on reducing energy consumption, made a visit to a market and presented strong views on diminishing plastic use, reusing and recycling of waste material & a Power Point Presentation were also shown on soil conservation. The central idea behind this was to enable the students to creatively express their ideas and concerns on topics such as preservation of the planet and how to halt its destruction.
The Earth Day event has galvanized the students than any other event amply demonstrating that more than ever students are very concerned about global healing and environmental issues.

It is our Earth. It’s our responsibility to keep it clean.

Swachhata Shapath Day September 14, 2023

"Environmental cleanliness begins with each individual's desire to be clean."

Shalom Hills International School organized a Cleanliness Drive under Swachta Phagwada Programme. The main purpose of this programme was to create awareness among the students regarding Cleanliness and its benefits. Shalomites organized the Cleanliness Drive under the mission by taking a Pledge in the morning assembly.
The main objective of this activity was to spread awareness among the students about the significance of Cleanliness and its benefits. All the students from classes 4th to 12th had participated in the program organised by our school. The teachers took part in the cleaning program of the entire school premises and propagated the message of Clean India, Green India.

Swachata Abhiyaan Report Grades: III -V 3rd October, 2023

"Be the change you wish to see in the world."- Mahatma Gandhi

A Cleanliness Drive was organized on 3 rd October 2023 as a part of Gandhi Jayanti Celebrations. The students were shown videos, documentaries and ppts related to the life and teachings of Gandhiji.
Grade III conducted the cleanliness drive in their classrooms where they cleaned the book shelves and their surroundings. Grade IV and V students also participated in the drive by conducting the cleanliness drive in the open premises of the school. With zest and zeal, the enthusiastic students steered the cleanup drive to success. This drive helped the students understand the importance of keeping their surroundings clean. They learnt that when the environment is clean, we lead a healthy and active lifestyle. The Cleanliness drive showed the students that cleanliness should not be a one-time mission. It should be a practice and a daily habit. The students took a pledge to follow Gandhiji’s teachings and vowed to keep their surroundings clean.

International Labour Day May 1 2023

`IT IS THE LABOUR INDEED THAT PUTS THE DIFFERENCE ON EVERYTHING. `

With the essence of the above quotation, students at Shalom Hills International School were apprised of the importance of support staff and their constant contribution to bring a difference to unfold the school`s versatility. The school premises gleamed with the laughter of its support staff on International Labour Day celebration.

On May 1, 2023 the support staff witnessed a splendid celebration at school. The male staff teamed to play a Football match while the female support staff showcased their strength at Tug O War.

Gratitude cards were prepared by students to honour and acknowledge the role of Didi`s and Bhaiyas. Special class assembly was also conducted by students where they presented beautiful handcrafted cards to their favourite support staff members.

The celebration explored a beautiful aspect in the lives of students and the school`s support staff. The students realized the importance of each person`s job in and out of a workplace. They also got a praiseworthy platform to express their gratitude to their special care takers.

Shalom Hills International School Vaccination Drive May 21, 2022

Considering that maintaining a healthy generation is a shared responsibility, Shalom Hills International School organized a second vaccination drive for the students of age groups 15-17 years and 12-14 years. The Vaccination drive was conducted under the guidelines of the District Health Department and Primary Health Center, Ghata by specially trained staff.

During the camp, the guidelines implemented by the government and the health department were followed with full commitment.

To avoid vaccine-related complications like infections, allergy or any other symptoms, medical experts were also deployed at the campsite. The school authority ensured requisite support and facilities while following all the necessary COVID-related protocols.

The parents commended the proactive step taken by the school management in ensuring the safety to their children and their families as a token of community commitment. The response of parents turning up in a large number for getting their children vaccinated is surely a sign towards winning the battle at the end.

Webinar on Project CACA May 14, 2022

A webinar, under the project CACA, was organized exclusively for the Non–teaching staff. It was conducted by Ms Kashish Jain, an Advocacy Ambassador, who has done Masters in Criminology with specialization in Security management from LNJN, National Institute of criminology and Forensic Science (Ministry of Home Affairs- Govt. of India).

The webinar started by showing the video KOMAL which was adjudged the Best Educational Film in the 62nd National Film Festival. The staff was sensitized about young children being more susceptible to physical and sexual abuse. Ms Kashish talked about the POCSO-(Protection of Children from Sexual offences) Act-2012 guidelines and JJ Act in detail. She said if the child does a crime he/she is kept in observation room instead of punishing him/her and is not subjected to imprisonment. She also helped the attendees to understand the difference between heinous crime, serious crime and petty crimes by giving various examples.

The webinar helped the lady guards and housekeeping staff, who work for the children’s safety inside the school and in routes, to be more careful and vigilant in reporting the crimes or any unpleasant incidents to the authorities.

Workshop on Children Safety & Wellbeing with Lady Guards/Housekeeping Staff April 30, 2022

On account of Labour Day, a workshop was conducted by the senior counsellor-Ms Bhupinder Kaur for the lady guards and housekeeping staff. They were apprised about their roles and responsibilities in school and in the routes. They were made aware about the safety norms that are to be followed under the POCSO and JJ Act.

They were made to understand about the good touch and bad touch and informed that every child is getting training from the school on how to refrain from bad touch. They were told to be sensitive towards every child while handling and managing children in school and to report any matter of abuse immediately to the Principal. They were also informed that most of the sexual abusers are more than age of 18 and the victims are children below the age of 18. If the child below 18yrs of age does such crime they are being handled by the JJ Act- (Juveline Court of Justice) and if the crime is done by the adults they are liable for death penalty under the POCSO (Prevention of Child Children against Sexual; Offences) Act.

The session ended by wishing them on account of Labour Day and telling them to be safe and happy

INTERNATIONAL LABOUR DAY April 30, 2022

Labour Day or International Workers' Day is observed each year on the first day of May to celebrate the achievements of the working class. On account of Labour Day, various activities were organized for the lady guards and housekeeping staff of Shalom Hills International School.

The day began with a workshop conducted by the senior counsellor-Ms Bhupinder Kaur on their roles and responsibilities in school and in the routes. They were made aware about the safety norms that are to be followed under the POCSO and JJ Act.

The P.E Dept. team organized Football match for male category, Kho-Kho match for female category & Tug-of-War (Male & Female both) for the supporting staff. The main aim of the event was to pay a tribute to them for their sincere hard work which they do daily in order to keep our school premises healthy and clean.

The Didis and Bhaiyas participated enthusiastically, displaying good sportsmanship and team spirit.

Grades I-V Appreciation For Labour Day 29th April, 2022

Each year, Labour Day gives us an opportunity to recognize the invaluable contributions that working men and women make to our nation, our economy and our collective prosperity. It gives us a chance to show gratitude for workers' grit, dedication, ingenuity and strength, which define our nation's character.

This special day is celebrated across the world on 1st May in many different ways. It started with a movement to give the working class their rights of 8 hours of work- 8 hours of recreation and 8 hours of rest. It all started with the industrial revolution and the forward movement of mankind.

Our young Shalomites today, after 2 long years of staying at home, revived the tradition of appreciation. The young and empathetic scholars of grades 1 and 2 drew and made cards for their caregivers and helpers in school as a token of appreciation. Grades 3, 4 and 5 made appreciation badges for the helpers in school as well as at home.

As an extended appreciation the children also came forward citing incidents and examples of how they were helped without asking, which they want to highlight and appreciate in whatever small way they can.

The students were apprised about the meaning of dignity of labour. And that no work is big or small- it is the effort and outcome that matters.

Shalom Hills International School Vaccination Drive April 23, 2022

Caring about people, about life is an act of maturity.

Considering that vaccination is a shared responsibility, Shalom Hills International School organized a vaccination drive for the students of the age groups of 15-17 years and 12-14 years. The Vaccination drive was conducted under the guidelines of the District Health Department and Primary Health Center, Ghata by specially trained staff.

During the camp, the guidelines implemented by the government and the health department were followed with full commitment. To avoid vaccine-related complications like infections, allergy or any other symptoms, medical experts were also deployed at the campsite. The school authority also ensured requisite support and facilities while following all the necessary COVID-related protocols.

The parents commended the proactive step taken by the school management in ensuring the safety to their children and their families as a token of community commitment. The response of parents turning up in a large number for getting their children vaccinated is surely a sign towards winning the battle at the end.

VACCINATION DRIVE AT SHALOM PRESIDENCY SCHOOL - A STEP FORWARD IN THE BATTLE FOR CHILDREN’S HEALTH JANUARY 4, 2022

As a crucial part of the community, raising healthy children is our commitment towards building a robust and strong nation in the future. It has become all the more imperative to ensure the well-being of our children in the wake of the third onslaught of the pandemic.

Putting the health and safety of the children on priority, Shalom Group of Schools organized a vaccination drive at Shalom Presidency School Sector 56, Golf Course Road on January 4, 2022. As part of the National Vaccination Drive for children, 215 children in the age group of 15-18 yrs. received their first dose of COVAX between 10:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Vaccination programme was conducted under the guidelines of the District Health Dept and Primary Health Center, Ghata by specially trained staff. All the recommended protocols were diligently followed including identity checks before the administration of the vaccine, validation of data on CO -WIN app, observation for 30 minutes post-vaccination along with an arrangement of Ambulance on the Campus for managing adverse effect following immunization (AEFI), if any.

Appreciating the initiative of the school, the parents and the children enthusiastically availed the opportunity and echoed the sentiment that now they could send their children to school confidently on re-opening. Thanking the parents, authorities and the management for providing support to conduct the drive successfully, the Principal informed the parents that the next drive will be held on 6 th January 2022.

Community Outreach Programme 24th December 2021

It has been rightly said that joy multiplies when we share it with others. And there is nothing that gives someone more joy than the joy of giving – giving back to the community and giving to those not as fortunate as us. Under the leadership of our Respected Founder and Chairperson, and in accordance with the motto of our school: Joy of sharing and caring, Shalom Hills International School, Gurugram, donated, food, stationery, warm clothing, toys and other useful items to the, “The Christ Commission” for all nations, Under Swadesh Sewa Mission, working for the underprivileged children, in the school premises. The students and teachers, under the guidance of both the Senior and Junior Headmistresses, donated the items which were received by PR. Philip R. Massey and his team. This was part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social service. It is this desire to see lives and communities of the marginalized groups restored and transformed for the better that continually drives us forward. To conceptualize and deliver this initiative, we believe in generating awareness, fostering and building strong partnerships and committing ourselves to public service.

This activity was our little way of giving back to society and inculcating in our children the value of donating, helping people in need, and spreading joy in their own little way.

VISIT TONIRMALAM NGO December 18, 2019

Shramdaan is mandatory for students as prescribed in the CBSE curriculum under the heading Co-Scholastic Activities and sub heading Physical and Health Education.
In view of the same the school has been organizing Community Service from its very inception. The purpose of these has been - Reaching out to the less privileged mass of the society; exposing the children to the ground realities needy children providing an opportunity to the students to interact and understand the problems faced by them.
In light of it, the students of grade VII went for Community Service on 18th Dec. 2019 to NIRMALAM NGO along with Ms.LalitaYadav&Ms.Prachi.
This Community Service provide a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. The students wholeheartedly contributed for the noble cause

VISIT TO OLD AGE HOME 17th December, 2019 A Hand can Count to Many

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On 17th December 2019, the Shalomites of Grade VI and VIII, along with Ms. LalitaYadav& Ms. Priyanka, visited an old age home,The Earth Saviours Foundation at Bhandhwari Village, Gurugram, to volunteer and donate with love, care and extra warmth. The undertaking for such inventiveness is always for the furtherance of less privileged people and passionate participation towards social service drives.
Around 500 homeless, including over 300 mentally challenged people reside here. The founder Mr. Ravi Kalra, the Karamyogi as he is popularly known as, earlier worked with the US Army, but the persistence of giving back to the society was deep-rooted. The work is simply a flair to the abandoned and victims of the materialistic world. The students were given certificates for their futuristic step.
The students also pledged to keep the spirit of helping forever activated to make this place a better place for one and all. The idea was to surmount their avaricious approach and ripe the wisdom within to find their true selves to revive the love in the world. Students were also thankful to their Founder and Chairperson Dr. (Mrs.) Lilly George, and the Principal to foment them with such fathomless opportunities.

Visit ToNGO - Little Feet FoundationDecember 13, 2019

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Shramdaan is mandatory for students as prescribed in the CBSE curriculum under the heading Co-Scholastic Activities and sub heading Physical and Health Education.
In view of the same the school has been organizing Community Service from its very inception. The purpose of these has been - Reaching out to the less privileged mass of the society; exposing the children to the ground realities of the needy children and providing an opportunity to the students to interact and understand the problems faced by them.
Accompanied by their teachers Ms.VimalaJossey and Ms.KavitaBhardwaj, the students of grade VI went for Community Service on December 13, 2019 to the NGO-Little Feet Foundation along with all their contributions. The students mingled with the little students, asked them questions about their school and learning and also shared information about themselves and their school. The children of the school also sang songs and recited rhymes along with our school children.
This Community Service provides a platform to the city children to ponder on the hardships the poor face and at the same time be grateful to the Almighty for the pleasures of life they enjoy. The students wholeheartedly contributed for the noble cause.

Visit to GHAR ANGANA (Underprivileged School, run by NGO) Sector-56, Gurugram , Haryana December 11, 2019

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Under the able guidance of our beloved MD Ma’am and keeping in accordance with the motto of our school: Joy of sharing and caring, the students of grade V visited an Underprivileged School, run by the NGO ‘Ghar Angana’ in Sec-56, Gurugram on 11th Dec’19. It was part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social service Campaign to inculcate the values of sharing, caring and also spending some quality time with the little children of Ghar Angana.
The development of our society in the future relies on the quality of education children receive now. It is this belief that inspires the NGO, headed by Mrs. Kohli, to provide free education to underprivileged children. Shalomites gained knowledge about how NGO’s work and how they can contribute to this in their little ways. Accompanied by Ms. Kristna and two Lady Guards, the students took the collected items like, food, stationary, warm clothing, and toys to share with the children of Ghar Angana. Our children were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm. It was a wonderful experience and the children learnt that the greatest happiness is by giving, sharing things whole heartedly and bringing smile to the underprivileged children’s lives and receiving blessings in return. After reaching school the students of class V shared their experience with the Headmistress.

Spreading The Message Of Cleanliness On GandhiJayanti 2nd October 2019

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Shalom Hills International School celebrated Gandhi Ji’s 150thbirthday on 2nd October, 2019 by spreading his idea of ‘Swachh Bharat, Swasth Bharat’ which coincides with the mission of the Founder and Chairperson of the school Dr. (Mrs.) Lilly George. Some of the teachers of the school,Mrs.Lalita Yadav, Mrs. KousalyaSeshadri, Mrs.Anuranjna, Mr.Ramprakash andMr.Amit Negi, under the guidance of Principal Mr. Atul Bhatt, went to the slums of Gurugram and educated the residents about cleanliness and hygiene. They encouraged them to boycott single-use plastic. As an alternate to plastic, the people were advised to use cloth and jute bags. The slum residentswere enlightened about the hazards that the unclean environment poses. Posters and flash cards were used to explain about personal hygiene. Women were told about how they should take special care of their hygieneduring menstruation. At the end of the visit, a dustbin was installed in the area, biscuits and jute and cloth bags were distributed to everyone. The people welcomed the volunteers and were open to the suggestions and guidance given.

Promoting Use Of Cloth Bags 3nd October 2019

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In an attempt to check the use of single-use plastic and protect the environment, cloth bags were distributed in Shalom Hills International School. These cloth bags were sponsored by ‘Shri K.C. Wadhwa Memorial Trust’. The Manager of the Trust Mr D.V. Taneja and the School Principaldistributed these bags to the class four employees, security guards and lady guards. They encouraged them to use bags made of cloth or jute and boycott plastic from their lives. The staff showed their support for the initiative and promised that they would stop using non-recyclable plastic. Students too participated with enthusiasm and showed their zeal by showcasing different placards and posters. The thought of saving nature from the clutches of plastic waste was well received by everyone.

Visit to Kanhai Village School Parameter – Health and Hygiene April 12, 2019

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Under the able guidance of our beloved Founder and Chairperson Dr. (Mrs) Lilly George and keeping in accordance with the motto of our school: Joy of and caring and imparting knowledge to the underprivileged, the students of grade V, accompanied by Ms. Kristna and one Lady Guard, visited a school in Village “Kanhai”, Gurugram on 12th April 2019. It was part of the Community Outreach Programme and Social service Campaign to inculcate the values of Health Care. The young souls of Shalom Hills International School magnanimo usly donated to the needy and destitute. The Kanhai Village children come from very low income group and always look forward for such support. The benevolent Shalomites reached the village with biscuit packets and toffees as a good will gesture. The young souls of Shalom advised the children there to keep themselves well hydrated and increase the frequency of liquid intake during the summer. They suggested having healthy thirst quenchers like - lemonade, coconut water, buttermilk and homemade drink made from unripe mangoes to combat hot days and accompanied fatigue. They also recommended including water melon, musk melon, pineapple and cucumber in everyday diet to beat the heat and stay energized. They also spoke at length about other ways to keep the body temperature low. They told the children to wear loose fitting, light clothing, keep lights off or turned down low and take cool bath or shower periodically or cool down with cool, wet towels. Also the Shalomites spoke on hygiene, advising the children to brush twice a day, bathe twice and use soap before and after eating food, and also to trim nails frequently. Our children were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm. It was a wonderful experience and the children returned enriched with the value that helping the needy is helping the society grow, and each one should contribute to the welfare of the underprivileged

Grade I – V: Vanmahotsav Week 23th July to 27th July 2018

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“The planet is, was, and always will be stronger than us. We can’t destroy it; if we overstep the mark, the planet will simply erase us from its surface and carry on existing. Why don’t they start talking about not letting the planet destroy us?” – Paulo Coelho
We at SHIS, celebrated Vanmohatsav Week, with great fervor under the aegis of our Founder and Chairperson, Dr. (Mrs.) Lilly George, to promote and create awareness among students regarding preserving the bio diversity, reducing pollution and promoting alternative sources of energy.
Shalomites totally believe in sustainable habits and try to do their bit towards securing the Environment for the future. As an educational institution we feel that it is our responsibility to sensitize these young minds towards our Mother Nature and its importance. And what better way to uphold the school motto, ‘PEACE ’,’PROSPERITY’ and ‘LOVE’, than by planting saplings in the school premises. The students participated with immense zeal and designed beautiful Magazine Covers. As part of the school’s Community Outreach Programme, Grade V students went to Vyapar Kendra, Gurgaon, with the purpose of sensitizing fellow citizens about their responsibilities towards environment and society. They urged the people to join the initiative and asked their opinion on how they can contribute towards a sustainable city. Shalomites were given an opportunity to showcase and express their myriad talents through series of green activities conducted during the week.
The objective of conducting Vanmohatsav Week was to reinforce and bring alive the Spirit of respecting the environment.

Shalom & Society

Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth
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Snowflakes, leaves, humans, plants, raindrops, stars, molecules, microscopic entities all come in communities. The singular cannot in reality exist.

At Shalom Hills International School, we teach our children that they are the harvest of their community and that a life well lived in service of others is the one which is truly worthwhile.

Sensitivity, fellow feeling and compassion are values which are ingrained in the minds and hearts of each and every Shalom student. Through its Interact Club, Donation Campaigns, School's Community service programs, tie-ups with Uthaan - an NGO and other projects, the children are inculcated with a sense of responsibility towards society and thus, they imbibe civic-mindedness. The school children are engaged in community service and are encouraged to 'give back to the society' of which they are a part. A plethora of in-house opportunities are also given to the student fraternity to display their awareness of social, environmental and civic issues at micro and macro level as well as contribute to noble causes throughout every academic session.

Shalom & Society

Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth
OR
Snowflakes, leaves, humans, plants, raindrops, stars, molecules, microscopic entities all come in communities. The singular cannot in reality exist.

At Shalom Hills International School, we teach our children that they are the harvest of their community and that a life well lived in service of others is the one which is truly worthwhile.

Sensitivity, fellow feeling and compassion are values which are ingrained in the minds and hearts of each and every Shalom student. Through its Interact Club, Donation Campaigns, School's Community service programs, tie-ups with Uthaan - an NGO and other projects, the children are inculcated with a sense of responsibility towards society and thus, they imbibe civic-mindedness. The school children are engaged in community service and are encouraged to 'give back to the society' of which they are a part. A plethora of in-house opportunities are also given to the student fraternity to display their awareness of social, environmental and civic issues at micro and macro level as well as contribute to noble causes throughout every academic session.

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Social and community service form an integral part of the 'beyond academics' activities of the school. The school habitually arranges for visits to old age homes and orphanages as part of the Social Service Week and Donation Week celebrations. The Shalom students visit different Old-Age homes, orphanages and schools for children with special needs with warm clothes, woollies and blankets. Most importantly, on every visit, they infuse their days with the warmth of their kindliness, concern and good-will. The sensitive youngsters of our school lend a patient ear and a helping hand to the senior citizens during their visits to the old age homes. The interaction with the lesser fortunate members of the society leaves a deep imprint on the students who avow to do whatever they can do to alleviate their lot.

1. Visits to Rehabilitation centres, Old Age homes and Orphanages

As a part of the school's Community and Social Service Programme, the students of Shalom Hills International School visit old age homes, Rehabilitation centres and interview drug addicts like Old Age Spastic home, Depashram and Asha Bhawan and learn from them how they fell prey to drug addiction and how they have been rehabilitated. Through their personal experiences, the young students imbibe the valuable lesson of how to stay away from drugs as well as to volunteer help to a person wanting to overcome this addiction.

2. Campaigns by Shalom Interactors

The members of the school's elite Rotary Interact Club which is a part of Rotary International exhibit their deep-seated commitment to the cause of a 'Green and Clean Environment' by initiating a 'Clean up campaign' in Gurgaon.

• 2a. - Clean up the bazaars

  One particular clean up campaign was organized by the young students when they took upon themselves to educate and sensitize the vendors and green grocers about the imperative need to reduce wastage and to dispose off waste properly.
  
  Undeterred by the dreary and overcast sky and a hibernating sun, the youngsters laden with paper bags and high spirits went up to the fruit and vegetable vendors in Civil Lines, Gurgaon. They educated them about the need to keep the surroundings where they live and work, hygienic and clean. They handed over the utilitarian paper bags prepared by Grade V students to the green grocers and vegetable sellers, thus exhorting them to practically say a 'No to plastic bags'. The students placed placards and slogans highlighting the urgent need to clean up the environment at strategic points and positions in Civil Lines.
  
  The Gen-X of the school lived up to Gandhiji's immortal words 'we must be the change we wish to see around us' by clearing up the littering fruit peels and rotten vegetables lying scattered around the area. The youngsters influenced the bystanders and others in the vicinity to also join in and clean up the debris. The students set an example before the grown-ups by wearing cloth aprons and protecting their hands with sterilized gloves, thereby giving a practical demonstration of how waste materials should also be disposed off in a hygienic and effectual manner.

• 2b. - Visits to villages and contributing to village school libraries

  Recently, the school students as youth ambassadors went to a nearby village Akbar in Sonipat with books which they contributed to the village's school library. They personally met the village children and their parents and told them about the importance of education and learning. The youngsters struck a chord with the rural folks with their simplicity and sincerity. They urged the young boys and girls to read more and to be self-motivated.

3. Walk for vision

Shalomites join the 'Gurgaon-Walk for Vision' at Leisure Valley, Gurgaon

Whenever and wherever there is a noble cause to espouse, students of Shalom Hills International School are always at the scene of action. Shalomites enthusiastically took part in the first and largest blindfolded marathon covering a stretch of 2.4 kms in Leisure Valley, Gurgaon. As part of the campaign to enhance awareness about the dark world of the blind and how eye donation can bring light and hope in their world, the children ran or walked blind-folded, chanting slogans of 'Netre Daan, Mahaan Daan.'

The students of Shalom Hills International School vowed to contribute their mite (might) to noble causes such as Eye Donation.

4. Say No to Crackers

The 'Say No to Crackers' campaigns by Shalom students go beyond the conventional trappings and lip service. They are thoughtfully planned and serve to sensitize the children and through them the community about the life of brutality and danger that the poor children lead while working in factories making firecrackers. These campaigns are a sincere attempt on the behalf of the school to bring a sense of realization in the society as to how these children get victimized.

Through posters, cards promoting Green Diwali, thematic paintings, slogans and catchy captions on 'Save Environment', 'Go-Green', 'Abolishing Child labour', 'Noise Pollution', 'Air Pollution', 'Harm to animals and birds' and 'Disturbance to the elderly and babies', the students of Shalom Hills International School have tried their best to spread awareness among their fellow-students and society for the imperative need to stop bursting crackers and have highlighted the far-reaching repercussions on man, animals and environment alike.

5. 'SAVE GIRL' Campaigns

"We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop."

Shalom students under the auspices of sister campaigns and under the aegis of its Founder-Managing Director, Dr Lilly George who is a well-known philanthropist and renowned for her contribution to social service and women empowerment have taken up the cause of the girl child and raised their voice against the atrocities perpetrated against the girls.

Through Poster Making Competitions and Drawing contests on the theme of 'Save Girl Child', children portray their feelings against the injustices done to a girl child and on the positive side, also depict a bright future with equal respect and opportunities for them.

Through Slogan and Caption Writing Competitions they bring alive the insensitivity of society wherein female infants are still found dumped in trash, by the dozens, while unborn foetuses continue to be snuffed out in the womb.

Street plays or gali nukkad have been deployed as an effective tool by which the young students have roused the collective consciousness of their community to espouse the cause of Girl Child. Through powerful performances and evocative dialogues, the students have brought alive the sorry picture of a girl child - bright but unprivileged, a twinkle in the eye but remorse in the spirit; the Indian girl child, a picture of dismay.

6. Labour Day Celebrations

All the helpers including the bus drivers, conductors, house-keeping staff, cleaners and maids are acknowledged in the school on Labour Day every year. The school staff and students put up a special cultural programme for their didis and bhaiyas and organize special games for them. Friendly football matches and tug-of-war are arranged for the school workers and special gifts are distributed among them.

7. Matches and games for housekeeping staff and bus drivers

The bus drivers and conductors are made to feel an integral part of the Shalom family. The school's ethos and culture is such that the mission and vision of the school percolates down to every single person working in and for the school. Football and cricket matches are specially organized for the bus drivers and conductors.