“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give”.

The power to better the lives of others, is considered a privilege. It comes with a feeling of contentment and gratitude as well. On the occasion of the Earth Day’2024, Open Sky also took the initiative to organize a  “Donation Drive” to cater to the needs of those in position of necessity.

The primary objective of organizing the Donation Drive was to help bridge the gap between people who are willing to aid the less fortunate and those in positions of necessity and teach the students the importance of RETHINK and REUSE. An organized donation drive was a great way to share our relative affluence with people in need. To make this campaign a success, Open Sky joined hands with two different NGOs -  Maxvision Social Welfare Society, Gurugram and Gramin Vikas Samiti, Gurugram. Our Chief guest Mrs. Asha Sharma, Guest of Honor Dr. Sonu Sharma appreciated the students for their generous donation.

Starting on April 15th , the campaign lasted through April 22nd . The students interested in donating were asked to donate the books, toys, clothes. Students were instructed to make sure that the donated items were in good condition and feel the JOY OF GIVING. The donated items were handed over to the NGOs.

“We are the first generation to feel the impact of climate change and the last generation that can do something about it.”

The students of Grades VI-IX observed Earth Day on April 22, 2024, with sincerity and a sense of commitment. A range of events were organized to sensitize the children about the importance of conserving natural resources and motivate them to contribute towards protecting their environment. Posters and banners were put up across the school to build awareness, and the school amphitheater  was transformed into a hub of celebration with messages and slogans aesthetically displayed on the walls, display boards and wings  to highlight the significance of Earth Day. The global theme for this year’s Earth Day, “Plastic Vs Planet,” was given special emphasis.

Our Earth buddies expressed their views through dances, skit, and talk show. A thought-provoking Nukkad Natak by students highlighted the importance of fighting climate change and conveyed a strong message about the little ways by which we can take care of our Earth. They raised slogans and voiced their thoughts with great zeal and enthusiasm, emphasizing the need for everyone to invest their time and effort in protecting the environment and reducing the impact of global warming. As an integrated learning experience, posters, slogans, wings highlighting the importance of saving the Earth, reducing carbon footprints were put up on the corridor boards. The Chief guest Mrs. Asha Sharma, President SDAV society appreciated the participants for their praiseworthy performance and highlighted the need to take the call of the hour and SAVE EARTH.

“A parent is a teacher at home and a teacher is a parent in school and the child is the centre of our universe.”

An orientation programme was held for the parents of classes Nursery to IX on 1st April’2024 to appraise them about vision and mission of school, rules and regulations and various facilities available at school. Parents were told about the teaching methodology, curriculum, school’s culture, ethos, teaching pedagogies and V3M etc.

The program commenced with a warm welcome extended by Mrs. Bharti Arora, Principal, Open Sky. She focused on effective communication between the teachers and the parents and also sought their support and suggestions so that the children could be provided the best for their overall development. She guided the young parents about the effective parenting and suggested the need to nurture a child with love and care, to build a strong foundation for a glorious future.

“Wheat crop is ready for harvest.

Time to rejoice and feel nice

Fruits to reap of blood and sweat,

And get joyous and celebrate life.”

With this spirit the Primary Wing of Open sky, Sector 5, Gurugram celebrated Baisakhi on 12th April’2024 with gusto and religious fervour. A special assembly was conducted by the students of classes I-III along with volunteers from parent community to welcome the harvest season. The students highlighted the religious and cultural significance of the festival through various performances.

On the onset of Sikh New Year and the founding of the Khalsa Panth, the students performed the traditional Bhangra, which depicted the real life of farmers of Punjab. Every one watched an awe-inspiring presentation on different harvest festivals by our parents belonging from different states. The motive behind the celebrations was to apprise the students of the rich culture and heritage of not only Punjab but other states like West Bengal, Maharashtra, Assam. The Chairperson, Dr. Sonu Sharma conveyed her best wishes to all and blessed everyone with the bounty of the season and a harvest of joy and prosperity.

Open Sky School, Sec – 5 Gurugram celebrated its Annual Day on March 29,2024.  The euphoric occasion was graced by the Chief Guest Mrs. Asha Sharma, President SDAV society, Guest of honour Dr. Sonu Sharma, Chairperson Open Sky, esteemed  members of the management and special invitees.

The theme of the event – ‘PARIVARTAN – a step towards change’ was aimed at learning from the past and embracing the new.

The program commenced with the lighting of the lamp accompanied by the soothing vocals of vedic chants.

Celebrating the rich cultural history of India, this theatrical presentation took the audience on a journey through the millennia. Starting from the vedic period and going on to the AI powered future, the various time periods of Indian history were rekindled and revisited. The students brought the characters to life and left the audience spellbound with their stagecraft. The play was skillfully interspersed and interwoven with various dances which took the story forward.

The empowered students through their power packed performances called for every individual to embrace the continuous change taking place around us with open arms.

The objective was realized when students received a standing ovation. The event culminated with the grand finale and a dazzling fireworks display .

Saraswati Namastubhyam Varade Kamarupini.

Vidyarambham karishyami siddhirbhavatu me sada

At Open Sky, learning is not confined to classrooms and books. It goes beyond the four walls and finds place even in the celebration of festivals. Therefore, Basant Panchami, the festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswati was celebrated on 14.02.24. The festival also marks the onset of the spring season.

The school organised a Saraswati Pooja in the school premises for the children.  A special assembly was also conducted by the students of Pre- primary and primary classes and they presented Saraswati Vandana, skit and dance to celebrate this occasion. The tiny tots of Grades Pre-Nursery - III came attired in vibrant hues of yellow. They had also brought yellow eatables in their tiffins. Sweetened rice was prepared in school as the special Basant Panchami prasad and distributed to all the students and staff members. Dr. Sonu Sharma, Chairperson Open Sky attended the Pooja and also blessed the students through her words after the special assembly.

‘I cannot say goodbye to those whom I have grown to love, for the memories we have made will last a lifetime, and will never know a goodbye.’

The students, staff and management of Open Sky bid farewell to the outgoing students of class X session 2023-24. The farewell ceremony was organized by the students and teachers of class IX on 3rd  February 2024, in the school campus. A special havan was performed to seek the blessings of god almighty for the students of class X. While reminiscing joyous moments, this day had a special appeal and would be cherished forever.

The students were wished good luck for future years. Chairperson, Dr. Sonu Sharma maam enlightened the students with her inspirational speech. She passed on the light of wisdom to all the students of class X and told them to uphold the school motto-No compromise with excellence. She encouraged them to educate not only to attain knowledge but for wisdom, character and courage. She also motivated and mentored the students to live a happy and contended life ahead.

The cultural programme showcased the multiple talents of class IX students who presented entertaining group dance and singing performance. The performance were thoroughly enjoyed by the momentum for the day.

Out going Head Boy Ansh Kumar and Head Girl Simran Tomar, expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the alma mater. Aryan Dubey, Aryan Anil, Vineeta Jaspal went down the memory lane to share some sweet memories they are taking back with them. Thereafter, there was a spate of dance, music and laughter of their vast repository of skills. All students and staff relished the farewell buffet as the day came to an emotional close.

Our school Open Sky, Sector 5 celebrated 75th Republic Day with great fervour in the school premises. It was the matter of great pride for all of us. The programme commenced with the unfurling of the tricolour by our Chief Guest, hon’ble President ma’am Mrs. Asha Sharma accompanied by Chairperson, Open Sky, Dr. Sonu Sharma. After the National Anthem, March Past was conducted by the students.

Despite weather being inclement, all the teachers as well as the students enjoyed the Republic Day celebrations with great enthusiasm. The cultural program in which students of classes V – IX participated included skit on rights and duties of every Indian citizen, patriotic poem, lazium, hoopla, cymbals drill and folk dances of various states of India.

As National Voters’ Day is also celebrated on 25th January, a nukkad natak to create awareness among the teachers and students about the importance of voting in the electoral process was presented by students of class IX. The presentation focused on the fact that the right to vote is a basic right and to vote is our fundamental duty. Teachers and Students were made to pledge for the same.

The Chief guest, in her address apprised the gathering, briefly about the making of the Indian Constitution, its unique features and the fact that all students and the younger generation need to know about the Constitution in order to understand how they have to live life in future. She motivated the students to be enlightened citizens of the country, to participate in the development and improvement of the society around them, to be aware of the challenges that the country faces and resolve to find answers and contribute to the nation’s progress since they are the future of the country.

“Everyone has a will to win but very few have the will to prepare to WIN”

Competitions play a role in motivating students to perform, excel and offer a lot more reward than just the winning prize. They learn that if there is no struggle, there is no progress.

Open Sky acknowledges the efforts of the young talent who has made it immensely proud through their performance in various competitions organised by different schools.

The Crowning Jewels are:

The Crowning Jewels are:

Christmas is the festival which inspires the spirit of sharing and caring. In Open Sky, Christmas celebration was held on 22nd December 2023, in the school amphitheatre. The school was beautifully decorated and everybody was dressed in red, green and white. The programme started with an information about Christmas and why is it celebrated. A beautiful skit followed depicting the scenes of the nativity of Jesus Christ interspersed with melodious carols and dances by the students of classes IV & V. The event ended with cheerful Christmas greetings as the students of classes Nursery – II walked on the ramp to the melodious tunes of “Jingle Bells” and “We wish you a merry Christmas” in colourful and innovative costumes. The dazzling entry of Santa Claus added to the joy and excitement of the students. The boundless joy of celebrating the festival was visible on the faces of all the children. It was a joyous and amusing programme for everyone. The Chief Guest, Dr Sonu Sharma, Chairperson Open Sky graced the occasion and blessed the students

After the special assembly, it was a day full of fun activities, dance, yummy food and all the students from Nursery to IX had Fun Day as everyone needs a little unstructured fun. It gives everybody the chance to unwind, relax and get a little silly, released from the confines of orderly school and work routine to remember what life is supposed to be all about.