Girl Child Education

Regular online classes were held during the period in place of classroom teaching, but as the government started unlocking, people started going to work for their livelihood. Many of the families having single phone at home, which that they carry along with them while going for work. In this condition, the study of students got affected and seeing the condition of students Rasta school planned a strategy for those students who have no phones in their homes. The teachers   started visiting  school and distributed  worksheets / printed assignments. . The parents are now giving positive feedback ofthe online Classes. The classes were monitored by the Principal and other management staff of the School. Also awareness activities, celebrations,  art and craft activities, music classes with Amani and  other activities were  done by our students virtually. They also celebrated the following festivals/events/imporatnt days.

Teachers Day –Students of Rasta School Celebrated Teachers' Day virtually with  great enthusiasm. On this  day they  came in teacher’s getup and  took  online classes and interacted with teachers. They prepared beautiful posters and cards to mark the occasion. The teachers have also shared their experiences,  story of their teachers who are role  models for them. I

 International Girl Child Day -As RASTA School is focusing on girl child education; hence to promote this, we have celebrated International girl child day on 11^th October.  Main objective was to empower the women and aware them about their rights to promote gender equality. The theme of this year   was "My voice, our equal future,”. Teachers explained to students about the significance of celebrating this day

 Global Hand Washing Day - This day was celebrated on 15/10/2020. Main theme of this event was “Hand Hygiene for All.”. We explained the students that hand washing is an important part of keeping ourselves healthy, preventing diseases & helping children grow strong. Video of hand wash activities were shared by students. Students also explained the seven steps of hand wash activity through their video.

Children’s Day - Children’s day was celebrated on 13/11/2020 virtually. Teachers explained students about the reason of celebrating Children’s Day and also told a short biography of Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru,  . Students shared their thoughts through cards and posters

Diwali -Diwali festival symbolizes the return of Lord Ram to Ayodhya after being exiled for 14 years. When he returned, Lord Ram was welcomed home with diyas which were lighted throughout the kingdom. In our school, Diwali festival was celebrated on 13^th November 2020. Students made decorative Diyas and beautiful Rangolis. The lighting of diyas signifies the triumph of good over evil. On this day, our students pledged not to burst crackers to save environment

World Toilet Day - RASTA school also celebrated World Toilet Day on 19^th November 2020. This year the theme was ‘Sustainable Sanitation and Climate Change'. Our teachers explained to students that everyone must have sustainable sanitation, alongside clean water and hand washing facilities to maintain our health and stop the spread of deadly infectious diseases such as COVID 19, etc

 Christmas -Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. Students made Santa Claus using  clothes and pastel sheet. Children came in Santa’s get up wearing the costume. Drawing activity was done by the students of class pre to 2^nd. 

National Girl Child day Celebration.-National Girl Child Day was celebrated on 24/01/2021 at Jawaharlal Nehru National Youth Centre ,Delhi. On this occasion  we  organized a panel discussion on Girl Child Education,Girl Child Education under New Education Policy,Way forward for Girl Child Development. Dr. Manisha Priyam, Associate Professor, Education Policy, NIEPA, Ms.Sharda Kumari, Retd Principal, D.I.E.T  and Mr.M.O.Peter, Development Consultant  participated in this discussion

Awareness Program  Cervical &Breast Cancer -A Cancer Awareness programme was organised in Rasta School on 24^th February. The session was virtual conducted by  Dr.Sunita. She  explained What is  cancer, Symptoms of cancer, Type of breast cancer, How to examine your breast yourself  and  if there is any changes and in which condition should we consult the  doctor. Dr. Sunita also told about cervical cancer. Community ladies  also discussed their personal health problems  to Doctor. After talking to the women Dr. came to know that most women have been taking contraceptive pills for  long periods continuously which is also a big reason of uterus infection & Cervical cancer. Dr. Sunita advised them to take precautionary measures for prevention and detection.

As the students are now preparing for their annual assessments to be held in March 2021.

On behalf of Rasta School children thanking  supporters and well wishers ..