Event Activities:
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Flag Hoisting Ceremony:
- Begin the event with a flag-hoisting ceremony led by a respected member of the Dunes Academy staff or a guest speaker.
- Play the Indian national anthem, “Jana Gana Mana,” and encourage everyone to sing along.
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Interactive Learning Session:
- Organize an age-appropriate session on India’s Independence Day.
- This could involve a presentation about the history of the Indian independence movement, including key figures and events.
- Consider incorporating quizzes, interactive games, or storytelling to keep younger students engaged.
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Cultural Performances:
- Showcase India’s diverse culture through student presentations like traditional dances, songs, or poems in various Indian languages.
- You can even encourage students to wear traditional clothing from different regions of India.
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Art Competition:
- Organize an art competition based on the theme of Independence Day.
- Provide art materials and allow students to express their creativity through drawings, paintings, or crafts.
- Display the artwork during the event and announce winners with small prizes.
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Refreshments:
- Serve traditional Indian snacks and refreshments after the activities.
- This can be a potluck-style event where families contribute a dish to share.