So its Independence Day in India. i've attached a blog which i wrote on behalf of SEDS describing the day. Enjoy!
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August 15th is Independence Day for Indians all
across the nation. On this day, India was declared independent from their
British occupants. It was just last week that we joined in unity with Indians
around the country by celebrating the 69th Independence Day here at SEDS.
After a week of practicing, choreographing and rehearsing, the students and
teachers here at the school displayed a colourful, vibrant performance to the
Joshua family, staff and guests as to what Independence Day meant to them.
The day began with students,
teachers, staff and guests dressed in school uniforms and other bright and
colourful traditional Indian attire, respectively, standing waiting for our
chief guest, Ronny Smet, to arrive. As chief guest, Ronny gave his speech to
the crowds reminding them of the past, the present and the hope-filled future for
independent India. Jai Hind! Afterwards, the national anthem was sung as the
tri-coloured flag was unfurled for all to see.
We all moved towards the marquee,
where the stage was set for the students and teachers to present their
performances that they’d been working hard on for the past week. As we took our
seats under the welcomed shade out of the hot sun, the program began with a
‘welcome’ song from the children. The program continued with a dazzling display
of Indian dancing from the students, comedic skits and dramas, a chorus of
songs as well as speeches from teachers and students highlighting what
Independence Day meant to them. All in all the SEDS school displayed their
creativity and skills, their gifts and talents, their confidence in speaking
English and ultimately their vibrancy of being Indian to the audience.
At the closure of the program, it
was now time for the sports carnival/day to begin. Here the students showed off
their athletic prowess in events such as long jump, running races, volleyball
and musical chairs. Students were divided into their classes and competed with
each other for prizes such as chocolates, lunchboxes and other assorted items.
As it is my first time in India and
my first Independence Day celebration, it was such a privilege, pleasure and
joy to witness and to participate with Indians here at SEDS to celebrate
Independence Day.
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| the sprint line |
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| in case u were wondering what we eat for breakfast |
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| kids performing a welcome song |
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| bollywood dancing |
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| teachers!!! |
Wow what great timing you get to experience Indian Independence Day!!
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