7 Jan 2026
The Pongal celebration in our school was joyful and meaningful. We began the program with the Tamil Thai Vazhthu, which created a respectful and traditional atmosphere. This was followed by a beautiful welcome dance performed by the Grade 7 and 8 girls. Next, the Grade 7 and 8 girls sang a traditional song that added cultural value to the celebration. After that, the Grade 7, 8, and 9 boys presented a lively Villupattu, which entertained everyone and conveyed traditional messages. The program continued with traditional dances like Karagattam and Kummi performed by the Grade 7 and 8 girls, which brought great energy and happiness to the audience. A meaningful skit based on the values of “Matha, Pitha, Guru, Dhaivam” was then performed, teaching us the importance of respecting parents, teachers, and elders. The celebration came to an end with a vote of thanks given by a Grade 10 student and an inspiring speech by our respected principal. We were also served sweet Pongal, which we enjoyed a lot. Through this celebration, we learned about the importance of Pongal, why it is celebrated, and its cultural significance. We also improved our teamwork, collaboration, communication, and public speaking skills. Our confidence and courage increased as well. We sincerely thank all the in-charge teachers and students for making this Pongal celebration memorable.