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Backpacks Out, Joy In at Apeejay School, Kharghar
The school celebrates Bagless Day with sports, fruits, crafts, and creativity—all under the joyful umbrella of Poshan Pakhwada.
What happens when a school starts the day not with textbooks, but with tranquil breathing and calm? You get a room full of peaceful, centred students ready to take on the world—one breath at a time!
This is what happened at The Bagless Day at Apeejay School, Kharghar! The day began with mindfulness, as morning meditation encouraged students to connect with their thoughts, clear their minds, and prepare themselves for a wellness-infused day.
Kho-Kho and Football: Where Fun Meets Fitness
With their minds refreshed, students dashed straight into sports mode! Interclass matches of Kho-Kho and Football filled the air with shouts, laughter, and sportsman spirit. These games weren’t just about scoring goals or tagging players—they were about agility, cooperation, and learning that fitness can be a lot of fun when shared with friends.
Tummy Time = Yummy Time!
What’s a celebration without some healthy snacking? During the fruit break—fondly nicknamed Tummy Time—students munched on fresh, juicy fruits, making mindful eating look and taste absolutely delicious! The message was clear: snacks can be sweet and smart when they come straight from nature’s basket.
When Fruits Turned Into Art
Next came a splash of creativity! From Vegetable Printing to Fruit Basket Crafts and Poshan Fruits Hanging Making, students dived into a colourful world where bananas became brushstrokes and apples inspired art. Not only did these activities engage their fine motor skills, they also served as gentle nudges towards loving fruits and veggies more—not just on paper, but on plates!
Read, Reflect, Reset
In a rare pause, students opened their school almanacs—not to study but to reflect. Through guided exploration of school values and rules, they understood how structure helps shape their days. It was a quiet yet meaningful segment, reminding them that good habits and self-discipline are also part of nutrition—for the mind!
Balanced Diet 101—Now Served in the Classroom!
Knowledge met nourishment during the Balanced Diet Workshop. Students discovered what really goes into a nutritious meal: grains, pulses, dairy, fruits, water! They also discussed the benefits of traditional Indian meals and connected their learnings with the healthy lunches brought from home. A lesson they could literally digest!
Spotlight On: The Classroom Talent Hunt
The grand finale? A Talent Hunt that had classrooms buzzing with applause and cheer. Whether it was storytelling, singing, mimicry or dancing, each child got their moment in the spotlight. It was the perfect reminder that every child shines—in their own unique way.
A Day Full of Heart
Bagless Day at Apeejay School, Kharghar wasn’t just a break from routine—it was a beautiful celebration of joyful learning, physical and mental wellness, and creative discovery. Through fun, food, and friendship, students lived the spirit of Poshan Pakhwada, proving that when the bags are set aside, the heart finds more room to grow.
