Dr A. K. Saha Contest was organized by Springdales School Dhaula Kuan on 20th August, 2022. The theme of the same was “Science, Society and Environment: Building Sustainable Communities”. The contest comprised of two events – The investigatory Research Project in Science and The Science quiz. Seven students from our School participated in the contest out of which three students participated in the investigatory project and two teams comprising of two students each participated in the quiz. The Investigatory Project students were mentored by Mr Dipankar Mukherjee, Mrs Rekha Dhawan, Mrs Sonia Chojar and Mrs Tanushree Srivastava under the able guidance of Dr. Mala Gupta. The quiz students were prepared by the entire science faculty.

Our school won Third Prize in the Investigatory Project, Third Prize in the Quiz along with Runners’ Up Trophy. For event gallery Click here

Commemorating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, 75 glorious years of Independent India, an inter house choir festival was organised for students of class IX to XII on the 10th August 2022.

Through their songs, the choir groups mesmerised the audience and aroused deep feelings of patriotic fervour. Each house presented melodious songs celebrating India and its rich historical past in more than one regional language.

Principal Dr Mala Gupta proposed the welcome address and congratulated the gathering of students, parents and other dignitaries on the tremendous achievements of India as a nation over the 75 years. She welcomed the chief guest for the event, Mr. Randhir Sahay, Joint Secretary of the Govt of India and Additional Commissioner, MCD. She also introduced the judges for the programme who were Pt. Bhola Nath Mishra, Mr. Sudhanshu Bahuguna and Mr. K.K. Chaudhary
Freedom House was adjudged first, Unity house second and Endeavour house took up the third position in the choir singing.

The festival was attended by parents, guests and members of the managing board. For event gallery Click here

Springdales School, Pusa Road inaugurated their annual Book Week on 19th July 2022, for the students from Nursery to Std XII. With the theme for this year “Creating a diverse school for the emerging world: Challenges and Opportunities” it is aimed to encourage students to reflect on the challenges and turn them into opportunities with their creative thought. Various workshops and activities would be planned during the entire week emphasizing the ideas of adaptability and imaginative capabilities of the school system, educator and the learner for the changing times.

The Principal, Dr. Mala Gupta inaugurated the book week by lighting the lamp and the opening of the book of knowledge as the choir rendered a soulful invocation. In her welcome address she inspired and motivated students to use practical solutions to adapt to the emerging times. She also introduced the chief guest and keynote speaker Ms. Enakshi Ganguly, co-founder of HAQ - a center for child rights and an activist for rights of women, children and tribals. Ms. Ganguly spoke about the importance of reading and connected with the students through her pertinent speech on the power of language. For event gallery Click here

Springdales School, Pusa Road observed the Mandela Day to commemorate the 104th birth anniversary of Dr. Nelson Mandela on the 18th of July, 2022. The celebration was a culmination of a series of week-long activities marking the ties between India and Africa. The valedictory function was presided over by Mr. Cedrick C. Crowley, Deputy High Commissioner, Minister Plenipotentiary, South African High Commission; Mrs. Lara Swart, Counsellor, Political, South African High Commission; Mr. TSiory, Counsellor, Embassy of Republic of Madagascar; Mr. D.K. Pandey, Principal, N.C. Jindal Public School and dignitaries from the African High Commission.

As a school, Springdales has always been committed to the ideal of internationalism and fostered the Indo-African ties through various programmes and competitions.

Principal, Dr. Mala Gupta, extended a warm welcome to the guests and also initiated the lamp-lighting for peace and harmony across the globe. She emphasized on the need for the youth to carry on Mandela’s legacy and contribute towards the humanitarian causes to make the world a better one for all.

The choir mesmerized the audience with the medley of two African songs- Jambo bwana and Siyahamba which was followed by a dance presentation by the students of the senior school.

The high point of the programme was a soul stirring dramatic presentation by the students, entitled “Mandela- From Prisoner to President ”, honouring the life journey of Mandela and his ideologies.

Mr. Cedrick C. Crowley addressed the gathering and encouraged the students to strive for excellence in their chosen fields and take inspiration from the lives of Gandhi and Madiba.

He applauded and appreciated the Principal and the school for their continuous endeavor in building Africa-India relationships. For event gallery Click here

A joyful and fun-filled summer camp was organised by the sports and visual & performing art teachers for the students of std. 6 to 9. Creative experiential and reflection engaged the students from 17th - 27th May, 2022.

Activity / workshop includes:
 Fitness & Wellbeing
  • Field Sports
  • Aerobics
  • Yoga
Visual Art
  • Exploring folk art of India
  • Sculpture & pottery
  • Nest making for birds
  • Puppet / mask making
Performing Art
  • Classic dance workshop
  • Folk / western music
  • Theatre & acting
Developing a Thoughtful Mind and Scientific Temper
  • Coding, apps and computers
  • Technology aided learning
  • Learning skills of Storytelling & reading

It has been an exciting time for the children with a whole lot of learning and fun every day!, For event gallery Click here

The investiture ceremony at Springdales was held on 9th May 2022. This marks a very important event for all Springdalians as it not only prepares them for the leadership roles at school but also helps them imbibe values and skills for their future.

The occasion witnessed the proud coronation of young adolescents as members of the student council to take up duties and responsibilities as a true Springdalian leader.

To represent wishes and hopes, for a visionary future overcoming all obstacles the school choir mesmerised the audience with their soulful musical rendition of song- Aashayen as the opening song. The choir also presented 'Tum Samay ki ret par' signifying the power of youth to bring about great changes.

The chief guest for the occasion, Mr. Arvind Malhotra, an old Springdalian of the batch of 1977, an accomplished entrepreneur and a corporate consultant having held various leadership positions at school and collage motivated the students with his presence. In his address he spoke about changing leadership styles and trends in the current times.

Principal, Dr. Mala Gupta administered the oath and inspired the young leaders to tread the path of righteous duty. In her encouraging address she spoke of the three important lessons of life- to be happy with the knowledge one has but always keep the quest for curiosity, follow one’s passion with the head and the heart, accept challenges and help others to rise.

The new student leaders were inducted into their leadership roles at the end of the ceremony, For event gallery Click here

The 53rd Annual Gowardhan Dass Declamation contest was hosted by Springdales School, Pusa Road on Monday, 2 May 2022. The contest started in the year 1967 in the memory of Mr. Gowardhan Dass, the founder Chairman of Springdales Education Society. A fine orator, he was vitally interested in all socio, economic and political problems faced by the society.

Dr. Mala Gupta, Principal, Springdales School welcomed the participants from 14 schools of Delhi. In her address she stressed on the importance of developing communication skills and a genuine concern and sensitivity towards the world and its problems. Through her speech she motivated the young minds by saying that this world belonged to them and the contest reiterates the force of the youth- their friendship and commitment to new endeavours.

Few of the thought-provoking topics ranged from: Basic Income and Healthcare should be everyone’s right, Politics without ethics is not only worthless but also positively dangerous to Climate Change: What will be our legacy?

The contest was presided over by Mr Atul Gulati, an Old Springdalian. The esteemed panel of judges included Dr. Usha Ram, Founder Principal of Sadhu Vaswani School and erstwhile Principal of Laxman Public School, Mrs. Rachna Pant, Principal Ramjas School, R.K Puram and Prof. Chandrachur Singh, Associate professor of Political Science, Delhi University.

The first position was bagged by Bluebells School, and the best speaker award was given to Nishika Sahoo of Springdales School Pusa Road. The host school did not compete for the Gowardhan Dass rolling trophy, For event gallery Click here

Observing the International Earth Day on 22nd April 2022, students of std X presented their class assembly on the topic of Ecological Sustainability and Protection of the Environment.

Through a creative mix of songs, dances and thought-provoking articles students sensitized the audience about the need for protection of mother earth.

A beautiful dramatization depicted the idea and importance of garbage management that will be taken up by each Springdalian family as a short-term project. This will be reviewed periodically for its efficacy.

Principal, Dr. Mala Gupta initiated the plantation drive in the school grounds. As a part of the green cover endeavour, the school has installed various bird nests, made rain water harvesting units functional and harnessed the solar panels to foster values of care and empathy towards the nature. Principal along with parents of the incoming nursery class planted 100 perennial tree saplings which would grow and bloom along with the tiny tots of the nursery grade not only marking this important day but also inculcating among the students a sense of belonging to the ecology and environment. Dr Gupta plans the same for the out-going batch of std XII as they leave their alma mater, thus ensuring that each Springdalian continues to live its motto- ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’- The world is a family.

In her address she urged the students to be responsibly involved with the environment and play our roles in the conservation of this beautiful earth. For event gallery Click here