Keeping the annual tradition alive, the students put together a heartfelt and well-executed Gratitude Day celebration.

From entertaining performances to thoughtful gestures, Don Bosco High School students went the extra mile to express their thanks towards teachers and the school staff. The event, orchestrated by the student council, included a mix of reflective, creative, and entertaining segments. The day began with a special assembly conducted by the Nehru House and the teachers in-charge.

Each year in the month of September, the school community comes together to acknowledge both the big and small contributions of the dedicated staff. This year not only did the staff receive beautiful handmade cards and flowers, many teachers and non-teaching staff were surprised and moved by the thoughtful, personal notes they received from the students. In individual classes, students put together a special program for their assigned teachers and staff. Students recited short gratitude speeches, performed meaningful songs and made colourful posters and decor; expressing their thanks in the most creative and joyful manner. Gratitude Day has always been an occasion for fellowship and community building in the school, and this year students and teachers made the best of this opportunity.

For the entertainment portion of the day, a band of student musicians put together an electric performance. The teachers declared the show an absolute hit with their cheerful applause. After this musical extravagance, comedy was the next big hit. Headboy Prathamesh and his talented troupe performed a slapstick skit titled “Kaun Banega Roadpathi – Season Two”. There was room for more laughter with “Jeremy, We Have an English Problem”, a play inspired by the cherished old-school sitcom Mind Your Language. Through humorous dialogues, not only did the play entertain the audience but also subtly communicated the importance of clear communication, patience, and helping one another learn.

A big shout out to former student Franklin Stephen who volunteered and created a beautiful Gratitude Day decor in the school lobby. The academic year theme, ‘Anchored in Hope, Rise in Hope’, was beautifully interpreted in the decor. An enchanting and inspiring design, it became the go-to selfie spot for teachers and students alike.

Among all the pleasant memories made that day, there was a sense of renewed commitment towards the mission of the school and the joy of being part of a vibrant community.