Flagging off – Centenary Celebrations
Modern School est. in 1920 by Lala Raghubir Singh ji, flagged-off its Centenary Celebrations on 21st October 2019.
The event witnessed distinguished guests in attendance. The Chief Guest for the occasion was, Ms Ketaki Sood, President, Board of Trustees, Modern Schools. The event was also graced with the presence of Col. Vijay Chadda, Chairman Managing Committee, Modern School, Barakhamba Road, Ms Anuradha Pratap Singh, Senior Trustee, Board of Trustees, Modern Schools, Ms Mira Pradeep Singh, Treasurer, Board of Trustees, Modern Schools, Principal Dr Vijay Datta, Mr Sunder Hemrajani, Member, Board of Trustees, Modern Schools and Mr Vinit Sahai Sarin, President, Modern School Old Students’ Association and other dignitaries. The occasion began with the hoisting of Centenary Flag of Modern School at the Front Lawns. The horse riders of the school cantered along and presented a standing salute, signifying the school’s commitment to take greater strides in times to come. The students sang the school song “Balvaan Bano” written by Shri Ved Vyas, former Hindi teacher and first Principal of Modern School, Vasant Vihar and set to music by Ustad Amjad Ali
Khan, a Modernite.
The procession of students tracing the March of the students in 1920 from 24 Daryaganj to Barakhamba Road was led by the eminent guests and students from the front lawns to the Shankar Lal Hall in reminiscence of that historic moment. The Principal, Dr Vijay Datta adressed the gathering and recounted the ideals on which Modern School was founded by Lala Raghubir Singh. He also elaborated on the achievements of school students over the years.
The cultural programme celebrated the spirit of Modern School, reliving the proud moments of the school, i.e. Visit by Mahatama Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore. The Chief Guest, Ms Ketaki Sood, President, Board of Trustees, Modern Schools, shared her invaluable thoughts with the audience pertaining to Modern School. The programme ended with a ‘Vote of Thanks’ delivered by Col. Vijay Chadda, Chairman, Managing Committee, Modern School, Barakhamba Road.
CENTENARY SPORTS DAY
The grounds of Modern School Barakhamba Road witnessed an atmosphere of bonhomie and camaraderie as all the sister schools viz Modern School, Vasant Vihar, Modern School, Kundli, Modern School, Faridabad and Raghubir Singh Junior Modern School came together to celebrate the Centenary Sports Day in the presence of the Cricket legend Kapil Dev who was the Chief Guest on the occasion. Other dignitaries included Ms Ketaki Sood, President, Board of Trustees, Modern Schools, Ms Ambika Pant, Secretary, Board of Trustees, Ms Meera Pradeep Singh, Col Vijay Chadha, Chairman, School Management Committee, MVC Col Sonam Wangchuk, Principal Dr Vijay Datta, Heads of sister Modern Schools – Meenakshi Sahni, Ms Manju Rajput, Ms Neetu Blest, Ms Aabha Sadana and other eminent guests.
The day was filled with excitement as all the sister schools participated in the March Past, different races and presented drills which emphasized the importance of sports. The day began with the welcome of the guests followed by Flag Hoisting of the Centenary flag which was done in a most wonderful manner by the horsemen from Modern School Barakhamba Road.
The students of RSJMS put up a wonderful Gymnastic Display, while the students from Barakhamba danced their way to good health in a foot thumping display of Jazzercise. The students of Kundli and Faridabad presented Zumba and Aerobics while those from Modern Vasant Vihar put up a display on Self-Defence.
The event which stole the show was a magnificent Horse Show by the young equestrians of Modern School Barakhamba who enthralled the audience with a brilliant display of horsemanship as they exhibited the standing salute and tent pegging to the audience.
Modern School Students Interacting With Mr Bhishan Singh Bedi
The Cricket Teams (Boys and Girls) of Modern School, Barakhamba Road, had an interaction with former Indian Test Cricket Captain, Mr Bishan Singh Bedi, along with the Principal, Dr Vijay Datta.
Mr Bishan Singh Bedi, shared his experiences on the cricket field with the young cricketers. He also gave some great tips and taught techniques on spin bowling.
He motivated the cricketers to accomplish a self-disciplinary approach and practice on the field daily.
Meeting a legendary cricketer of a renowned stature as Mr Bishan Singh Bedi, was a memorable experience for everyone.
The young talent shared plethora of ideas with Mr Bedi, who in turn applauded everyone for their constant hard work and determination.
Visit of His Excellency Justin Pierre James Trudeau,the Canadian Prime Minister
The excitement at Modern School was palpable on the beautiful balmy winter morning of 22nd February, 2018. The excitement of students and staff was at the pinnacle. The day was going down to be permanently etched in the golden history of Modern School.
The occasion was special! The Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Pierre James Trudeau, along with his children- Ella Grace, Xavier and Hadrien and a delegation of ministers was visiting Modern School to witness the Boys’ Team Vs Girls’ Team Cricket Match of the students.
The esteemed guests on the occasion included, Mr Ashok Pratap Singh, President Board of Trustees, Modern Schools, Ms Ambika Pant, Secretary, Board of Trustees, Principal Dr Vijay Datta, Members of the Board of Trustees and legendary cricketers Mr Kapil Dev and Mr Azharuddin.
The ground was an amazing spectacle of a sea of Indo-Canadian flags being waved by the students. The Prime Minister, especially reciprocated the zeal exhibited by students with a walk down the barricades by personally greeting the students and the staff.
PM Trudeau, was highly appreciative of the organised event. After his departure, Mr Kapil Dev and Mr Azharuddin played a match with the Principal, staff and the students. They also shared some insightful tips and trivia about the game.
The inspiring words by the stalwart cricketers truly motivated one and all. It was truly a day to remember.
R(Ai)eigning Volleys
This Friday morning saw the Sir Shankarlal Auditorium in Modern School Barakhamba Road agog with enthusiasm as the Greek Gods of Tennis descended on its hallowed tarmac. Yes, we are referring to none other than Goran Ivanisivec, Tim Henman and Mr. Paul Hutchins, who were here to promote the HSBC ROAD TO WIMBLEDON initiative for Juniors. It was a soul-igniting moment as the stars from the tennis galaxy took centrestage!
Modern School Barakhamba is endowed with a great sports legacy: what with its very own student Vishal Uppal having made a mark in tennis and having won accolades par excellence in the international circuit!
After having fielded a volley of questions specially an interesting one by the Principal of the School on Goran’s equation with Pete Sampras, the former declared that the latter was a great inspiration. Questions included the kind of obstacles one, had to surmount to attain supremacy in the sport, the pressure et al. Both Goran and Tim answered that they managed pressure diligently and with aplomb. The Tennis Clinic headed by Dan Bloxham, Head Coach of the All England Club, with faculty and student participation won hearts all over.
Dr. Vijay Datta, the Principal, a sports aficionado himself had a game with Goran and latter was impressed with his prowess in the game, rather delighted! The highlight of the was when Tim and Goran had an interesting game of tennis seated on the horseback. Yes Equestrian is back on the Modern School terrain, an initiative among many noteworthy ones mooted by the illustrious Principal Dr. Vijay Datta, an avid horse-rider himself! The Modernites couldn’t have asked for more; a day which will go down in the annals of their history. Yes, Goran’s Believe in yourself and Tim’s Give your 100% will be the slogan that will ring in every true blue Modernite’s ears for years to come! Vive La Tennis the world over! HALLELUJAH! Praise be the Lord!
