Ahana Chakraborti of Class 11 and Mohi Agarwal of Class 8 secured the 1st Position in the Senior Category and the Sub Junior Category respectively at Fr.George Hess Literary Competition (conducted by ASISC)at Elias Mayer F.S and T.T School on 1st July, 2026.
On 24th June, a group of students participated in the workshop “Mit Denken”, organised by Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan Kolkata.
The workshop introduced students to the ideas and work of the German philosopher and cultural critic Walter Benjamin, with a special focus on themes such as art, media, and the modern world. Through a variety of interactive activities and discussions, students explored how Benjamin’s ideas continue to influence the way we understand culture, technology, and society today.
The session was designed to be engaging and thought-provoking, offering participants a basic introduction to philosophical thinking in a fun and accessible way. Students were encouraged to express their opinions, work collaboratively, and reflect on different perspectives. A touch of German was woven into the activities, making the experience both educational and enjoyable.
The workshop provided a unique opportunity for students to experience learning beyond the classroom. It inspired curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper appreciation of German language and culture. The participants returned with new insights and memorable experiences that will benefit them in their future learning.
On Monday, 29 June 2026, the students of Class 3, members of our after-school Ballet Club participated in an inspiring Ballet Masterclass led by the renowned ballet educator Ms. Khushcheher Dallas, Director of The School of Classical Ballet and Western Dance, Mumbai, alongside our Ballet Advisor, Mr. Prasanna Saikia.
Through fun and engaging activities, the students explored the fundamentals of classical ballet, learning graceful movements, correct posture and basic ballet positions.The interactive session encouraged discipline, balance, coordination, confidence and self-expression, with teachers enthusiastically participating alongside their students. .
Filled with energy, enthusiasm and plenty of smiles, the workshop was a memorable celebration of movement and creativity. The session left everyone inspired and with a deeper appreciation for the beauty and artistry of classical ballet.
On Wednesday, 24 June 2026, the Upper Primary Department of our school came together to celebrate World Music Day with a vibrant showcase of talent, creativity and enthusiasm. Through music, dance and interactive activities, our students displayed remarkable confidence, teamwork and stage presence.
The programme featured a variety of engaging performances. Class 3 delighted the audience with a joyful rendition of Toca Toca, while Class 4 presented a lively performance of Everything at Once. Class 5 impressed everyone with an energetic dance and hula-hoop act. Students also participated in the interactive Musical Passport trivia game, which introduced them to musical traditions from around the world.
Adding to the fun was the humorous Long Word Song comedy act, which kept the audience thoroughly entertained. A spirited performance of Dai Dai brought the excitement of football to the stage, while a captivating body percussion rendition of Wellerman, performed by students and teachers, showcased impressive rhythm, coordination and collaboration. The celebration concluded with a lively song-and-dance finale that had everyone swaying to the music.
Filled with music, laughter and creativity, the event was a joyful reminder of music’s unique power to connect, inspire and bring people together.
The Class 12 Art students attended an Art Masterclass on 15th May, 2026 on the topic, ‘Cartoon and Caricature’. The session was conducted by Mr. Arnab Samaddar. It provided the students with valuable skills in exaggeration, expression, and visual storytelling. It enhanced their creativity, observational abilities, and sense of humour, while encouraging artistic confidence. Students gained practical techniques and a deeper appreciation for this engaging and impactful form of art.
Modern High School for Girls participated in ‘Srishti 2026’, the inter school fest organized by Sri Sri Academy on 8th and 9th May, 2026. The students won the Best Teaser Award in Sri Memoir and secured the Third position in Sri- Venture.
A Home Science Masterclass was attended by the Class 11 and 12 Home Science students of Modern High School for Girls on 25th June, 2026. The Resource Person was Dr. Ananya Bhowmik, a Clinical Nutritionist and Founder of Director of Code Wellness Pvt. Ltd. She explored the topic of planning of daily meals based on the nutrition of the family keeping in mind adolescent packed lunch.
A Skywatching Workshop was conducted on 27th April, 2026 at the Modern High School for Girls Planetarium. It was conducted by Suman Dutta , Founder and Director of Skywatching Workshop LLP. It was an extremely interesting and educative experience where the students learnt about a wide variety of telescopes and their workings and also observed sunspots.
