Celebrating young champions at Apeejay School, Noida

There is an adage: Winners are not people who never fail but people who never quit. Keeping this in mind, the Primary Department of Apeejay School, Noida, celebrated its Annual Sports Appreciation Day for the session 2025–26 with great enthusiasm and pride in the school auditorium. The event brought together students, teachers, and parents to honour young achievers and recognise the importance of sports in holistic development. 

The programme commenced on a graceful note with a melodious welcome song, creating a warm and positive ambience. Addressing the gathering, the school Principal, Dr Neha Sharma, delivered an inspiring message, encouraging students to embrace discipline, perseverance, and a positive attitude in all their pursuits.

She highlighted the vital role of sports in nurturing confidence, teamwork, and a healthy lifestyle, motivating students to actively participate in physical activities alongside academics.

The ceremony also witnessed the presence of Vice-principals Ms Amrita Hajela (Classes IX-XII) and Ms Puneeta Bhasin (Classes VI-VIII), along with Preparatory Years In-Charge Ms Apurva Gupta. Together, they felicitated the young achievers, applauding their dedication, consistent efforts, and remarkable performances in various sporting events.

A key highlight of the day was the prize distribution ceremony, where students from Classes III to V were honoured for excelling in a wide range of sports, including skating, tennis, football, swimming, races, yoga, aerobics, and basketball. The moment of recognition filled the auditorium with pride and applause, celebrating the spirit of determination and excellence.

Adding vibrancy to the event was a special SIC presentation that showcased students’ talents in diverse co-curricular activities like robotics, taekwondo, keyboard, and kathak. These performances reflected the school’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals.

The audience was particularly captivated by the Yoga Display, where students creatively formed the word “YOGA,” symbolising harmony and balance. This was followed by an energetic aerobics display that infused the atmosphere with excitement and enthusiasm.

The House Awards further elevated the celebratory spirit. Radhakrishnan House was declared Best in Scholastics, while Nehru House achieved top honours in both Co-scholastics and Sports. Gandhi House was recognised for its immense potential. The prestigious Cock House Trophy was jointly awarded to Nehru House and Radhakrishnan House, marking a moment of shared pride.

The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, staff, parents, and students. The day ended on an inspiring note, celebrating not just achievements but the true spirit of sportsmanship, discipline, and perseverance.