May 3, 2026:
Shantiniketan Indian School (Forenoon) celebrated International Labour Day on 3rd May 2026 with great enthusiasm across the Foundational, Preparatory, and Middle Sections under the theme “Respect Every Worker.” The celebration aimed to instil respect, gratitude, and awareness among students about the vital role of community helpers and workers in society.
In the Foundational Section, Grade I students engaged in a profession-based word search, while Grade II students participated in a community helper dress-up activity, along with a mascot presentation and distribution of Labour Day items. A special assembly was also conducted to highlight the significance of the day.
The Preparatory Section observed Labour Day on 30th April 2026 during Talent Hour. Students of Grades III and IV created appreciation cards, while Grade V students designed artificial flowers as a creative expression of gratitude.
The Middle Section marked the occasion on 3rd May 2026, with a meaningful group song dedicated to labourers. A special highlight was a heartfelt speech by student Noureen Najim of the secondary section, honouring school helpers and labourers, followed by the distribution of food packets containing essential items such as oil, rice, flour, and other groceries.
The celebration was conducted under the guidance of Academic Supervisors Mrs. Mehjabeen (Foundational), Mr. Wayne Rodrigues (Preparatory), and Mrs. Nazia Saleem (Middle), in coordination with Activity Coordinators Ms. Roshni Biju (Foundational), Ms. Nazia Tahseen
(Preparatory), and Ms. Soumya Mathew (Middle & Secondary), along with the dedicated efforts of all teachers.
Overall, the celebration was a great success, reinforcing the importance of the dignity of labour and fostering respect for all workers among students.
