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Chintan NGO session on Awareness for Grade 8

Date:01/08/2025

Class : VIII

“Plastic will be the legacy we leave behind—unless we choose to refuse it today.”

Ralli International School recently organized a powerful and thought-provoking awareness session for Class VIII students on the theme “Endless Consumption – A Threat to Our Health and Environment.” Conducted in collaboration with Chintan NGO, the session was led by Mr. Balkishan, who passionately highlighted the dangers of air pollution and poor waste management. He began by drawing attention to the fact that air pollution has become a silent killer, especially affecting the elderly. Backed by a WHO report, it was shared that over 70 lakh deaths occur globally each year due to air pollution, with India contributing to 17 lakh of these. Students were stunned to learn that long-term exposure to polluted air can cause chronic respiratory diseases and multiple organ failures.

Key topics like the segregation of waste were introduced, and through live demonstrations, the importance of using blue bins for dry waste and green bins for wet waste was emphasized. Students were informed about the danger of methane gas eruptions from landfills, which can lead to deadly fires. The concept of Air Quality Index (AQI) and the difference between PM10 and PM2.5 particles was explained in detail, raising awareness about how these fine particles harm the lungs and bloodstream. Interactive discussions were held where students voiced their concerns and shared ways they believe plastic use can be refused in daily life. Items like paper cups, Coca-Cola cans, metro cards, and milk packet corners were discussed as examples of harmful plastic waste that often ends up in the environment and even inside human bodies.

A special focus was given to the 5Rs – Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rot, and brainstorming sessions encouraged students to think deeply about their own consumption patterns. The impact of plastic pollution on marine life and the human respiratory system was highlighted through a unique breathing exercise comparing breath counts of children and adults. Students also reflected on how methane gas releases and other pollutants are worsened by careless waste disposal.

As part of extended learning, a poster-making activity on pollution and the environment was assigned as homework, encouraging students to express their understanding through art and creativity. Throughout the session, valuable lessons were absorbed by the students. The significance of waste segregation, the dangers of plastic pollution, the impact of airborne particulate matter, and the importance of monitoring AQI were clearly understood. The session ended with deeper sense of environmental responsibility, and a strong message was conveyed — small everyday actions, when driven by awareness, have the power to protect not just our planet, but our future.

FORTIS COUNSELLING SESSION

Date & Day: Tuesday, 13 May 2025 and Friday, 16 May 2025

Class : VI, VII, VIII and IX

Venue : School Auditorium

Topic : Bully to Buddy

An insightful session on bullying was conducted by Ms. Anusha Tyagi and Mr. Vaibhav Saxena , Consultants in Expressive Arts-Based Therapy and Counselling Psychologists from the Department of Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences, Fortis Healthcare. The session, titled “Bully to Buddy”, aimed to help students understand the harmful effects of bullying, identify its various forms, and learn constructive ways to respond. The experts emphasized transforming bullies into buddies and fostering an inclusive, supportive school environment.

The session began with a clear definition of bullying, described as intentional aggressive behavior targeted at someone perceived to be weaker or different. The experts emphasized that bullying includes physical acts like hitting or pushing, as well as verbal abuse such as name-calling, teasing, and spreading rumors. Cyberbullying, which occurs on digital platforms, was also discussed, highlighting the increasing issue of online harassment.

Ms. Tyagi and Mr. Vaibhav discussed why bullying occurs, explaining that bullies often act out due to personal insecurities, past experiences of being bullied, or a lack of empathy. They stressed that bullying is not limited to specific individuals or groups and can affect anyone, regardless of gender or social status. The experts made it clear that bullying is never acceptable, as it can lead to serious emotional and psychological consequences for both the victim and the bully. The session aimed to help students recognize bullying in different forms and understand the harm it can cause, empowering them to act against it.

One of the session's key activities was “Letter to a Bully”, where students wrote letters expressing their feelings towards those who either bullied them or imagined a situation. This exercise encouraged self- reflection and helped students constructively process their emotions. The activity also aimed to foster empathy and turn negative situations into opportunities for positive change. Additionally, the experts introduced the idea of forming an Anti-Bullying Squad, encouraging students to take an active role in addressing bullying within their school by supporting victims, promoting kindness, and fostering a safe school environment. This squad would act as a proactive group to prevent bullying and ensure that every student feels respected and valued.

The session concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, where students shared their thoughts on how to stop bullying and how to handle bullies. The resource persons emphasized the importance of talking to trusted adults, such as parents and teachers, and reporting bullying incidents immediately. Students were encouraged to be proactive and work together to create a safer, more inclusive school community where kindness and respect prevail.