The children of Lower KG observed Reading Day on 20 February 2026. They were taken to the school garden for a delightful reading session amidst nature. Surrounded by greenery, they were encouraged to read their favourite storybooks, making the experience both refreshing and inspiring. This initiative not only exposed them to a variety of storybooks but also helped them discover the true joy of reading. It was an enjoyable and enriching activity for our little readers.
The students of Class 1 visited the Horticultural Garden on Wednesday 11 February and Friday 13 February 2026. They had a wonderful time among the colourful flowers, the wide variety of trees, a greenhouse and a beautiful fountain. After their walk through the garden they enjoyed some play time as well. The trip proved to be an enriching experience and, on their bus ride back to school, the children excitedly discussed all that they had seen and learnt.
On Tuesday, 10 February 2026 there was a reading session for classes 3 and 4– Where Stories Come Alive – with author Lesley D Biswas. The session aimed to nurture a love for reading and help students connect with the creative mind behind the stories. Ms. Biswas warmly shared her journey as an author and introduced her book to the young readers. Students participated enthusiastically in an interactive question-and-answer session and listened attentively as she read excerpts from her work.
Set in the serene ambience of the school garden, the session created a joyful and inspiring atmosphere. The students listened with rapt attention and responded with excitement and appreciation. Overall, the interaction was enriching, engaging, and truly unforgettable—making it a meaningful celebration of books, creativity and the magic of storytelling.
The children of Lower KG participated in an outdoor art activity conducted in the school garden on 2.2.26 and 4.2.26 where they drew a beautiful garden scenery and coloured it using their imagination. Being outdoors inspired them to observe nature closely and express their ideas freely. Each child took great pride in completing their artwork, confidently showcasing their creations.
The students of classes 3,4 and 5 of Modern High School for Girls proudly showcased their talent at Felicity Chapter 2, organised by Mahadevi Birla World Academy on 30th January 2026. The event was themed ‘Phir Se Kitaab’ (Back to Books) and was inspired by Vikram Seth’s Beastly Tales from Here and There. It included engaging categories such as Reframing the Verse, Radio Play, Treasure Hunt, Critter Codes, and Swar Tarang.
Our students put in a wonderful performance, winning 1st place in Reframing the Verse, 1st and 2nd place in Treasure Hunt, 3rd place in Radio Play and a Special Prize for Critter Codes. Their success was a true reflection of their creativity, teamwork, problem-solving abilities and collaborative spirit.
All About Art Club celebrates creativity with a waste-to-art activity, where discarded materials find new life. Students transform discarded cardboard and paper into imaginative artworks, learning sustainability, innovation, and responsibility. Art becomes a joyful statement: nothing is useless when imagination leads the way through play, purpose, colour, collaboration, and making.
Senior school students of Modern High School for Girls participated in the Literary Fest of Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar, Vividus ’26. The school secured the First position in Bookstagram, a virtual book-cover design event, and Lexiquiz, a literary quiz competition.
Students of Classes 6 and 7 at MHS had a wonderful opportunity to participate in a storytelling session with Ms. Annika Hartmann from Freiburg, Germany.
Ms. Hartmann is a freelance actress and theatre pedagogue based in Freiburg. She has been associated for many years with Theater L.U.S.T., a well-known theatre collective recognised for its improvisational and literary productions for diverse audiences, including educational institutions. In addition, she is a state-certified educator with specialised training in Montessori pedagogy and currently works as a learning facilitator at the Freie Schule Dreisamtal, a recognised reform-pedagogical school near Freiburg.
Combining her artistic experience with strong pedagogical expertise, Ms. Hartmann delivered an engaging and age-appropriate reading session that motivated and supported students learning German. The 70-minute session consisted of reading excerpts from the book, followed by screening corresponding scenes from the film adaptation.
Modern High School for Girls marked India’s 77th Republic Day with a vibrant programme, “Unsung Heroes”, hosted by the students of Class 9 on 26th January, 2026. The event celebrated the nation’s evolving landscape and the students’ vision for a brighter future. The students enthralled all with a musical presentation of Fakir Sanyasi Rebellion and the Naval mutiny of 1946 through a mesmerising rendition of Salil Choudhury’s ‘Dheu Utheche’. The students also celebrated the life of Dakshayini Velayudhan, the only Dalit woman in the Constituent Assembly along with other lesser known events and personalities that fall beyond the mainstream. The celebration was graced by teachers, parents, and distinguished guests, who added to the fervour of the occasion.
