“The Fourth Annual Sports Day and Cultural
Extravaganza, ‘Converge – come together’ was held for the students of Grade 2-8
in collaboration with the Cultural activities on Thursday, 15th February
2018. The parents were invited for the event to cheer their children. The
Athletic Track field of Credence High School reverberated with various
activities and the enthusiastic sounds of drills, Karate exhibition, cheer
dancing, parade, races and relays under the warmth of the winter sun. This
celebration was not just the culmination of the year round the sporting
activities but also a spectacular display of cultural activities. The day was
marked with great joy in discovering the inner talent of the child in the field
of sports.
The event kick started with a
parade by the students of Grade 2-8 followed by Hoisting of the Flags by the
four distinctive house captains namely Pine, Oak, Maple and Willow. The House
Masters of the respective houses then joined the house captains along with our
Vice Principal - Mr. Shivender Bharadwaj in releasing the balloons which
symbolized peace and unanimous sporting spirit. Then the torch relay began and
the crowd witnessed the arrival of the torch which was handed over to Mr.
Shaheen Aboobacker, our Administrative Officer who lit the ‘Torch of
Sportsmanship’ to ignite the passion of sporting spirit followed by an Oath
taking ceremony led by the sports captain. The event was then officially
announced by our CEO Principal Ms. Deepika Thapar Singh addressing the young
sportspersons with her profound words of wisdom.
Karate – a system of
self-development using kicks, punches was showcased our day boarding students
from Karate. Each of this requires concentration and strict attention. Viewers witnessed
a drill by our young champions of Grade 2 students filled with loads excitement
and energy. Our highlights of the day were athletes of Grade 3 & 4
displaying Artistic Yoga and formation of pyramids which mesmerized the
audience and transported the crowd to the theme of the event, showcasing the
importance of meditation and inculcating the same into our daily lives. The Grade
5 – 8 students left all the onlookers speechless with their Cheer dancing
performance, with great hard work and co-ordination that was reflecting in
their show. It was entertaining and at the same time a treat to the eyes.
Races were conducted grade wise
for boys/girls throughout the event spread out at different intervals. Heats
were conducted a very days earlier and students only ran their final races on
the ground. The students cried themselves hoarse in support of their respective
houses. There was also the relay race which showcased a tough fight between the
houses for the Champions Trophy. Prizes
were given away by our CEO-Principal, VP and our parent representatives were
invited for the same too. Children were proud to receive medals and walked
proudly with their heads held high. The Champions Trophy was bagged by the
Willow house. The grounds resounded with the proud cheering of the winners. The
event ended with a vote of thanks by our CEO-Principal who addressed the
gathering and stressed on team-spirit along with the need of being the good
citizens of India and representing our country with pride and dignity. The
smiles of the children, parents and all the teachers made this sports day a
grand success ending with everyone singing the Indian national Anthem.