Saint John’s High School (SJHS) Diphupar “B” observed John’s Fiesta cultural fest-cum-talent show at the school premises on November 1 and 2, under the theme, “uphold our cultural and traditional values”.
A press release from SJHS Diphupar “B” stated that, the class-wise event saw students showcasing their competitive spirit. A traditional dance was performed by class X girls at the opening ceremony.
On the first day all the students and teachers came in their colourful traditional attire. Classes 3 to 10 students along with teachers conducted a cultural procession which covered a distance of around 11/2 km in Diphupar-B village. There was competition for Mr. & Miss. LKG and UKG.
Lilan, Neilu, Ekochan and Mhabeni were winners for the title. Class 10 students Sunil Bahadur and Imnasenla Lkr won the title of Mr.& Miss. Saint Johns, respectively.
Events included scripture recitation, dazzling dances, mellifluous music, Beat boxing, extempore speech, drawing and poster making, solo, traditional and fancy dress followed by amazing performances from the tiny tots of St. John’s nursery students. A debate competition was also held on the topic “Is education necessary for the parents in moulding a child into a responsible individual” participated by students of classes 9 and 10.
Headmaster Johnny Abraham in his speech gave importance to the need for arranging such an event to preserve the composite and ethnically rich culture and tradition of forefathers. He encouraged the students for their laudable performance and thanked the teachers for their effortless contribution in making the event a successful one.
The two-day programme presided by the teachers Tilraj, Rhonthungo, Jully and Josna. The event was attended by students and parents.