New Session, New Intentions: First Assembly of the Session 2026–27
March 23, 2026
Seth M.R. Jaipuria School witnessed a vibrant celebration of Grandparents Day for students of Grades 4 and 5, where emotions, memories and meaningful conversations came together to create a truly memorable experience.
The day began on a reflective note with a shloka recitation from the Bhagavad Gita. Students confidently chanted the verses and went on to explain their meanings with remarkable clarity. Their composure and understanding left the audience deeply impressed.
This was followed by a thoughtful role-reversal play by students. Stepping into the shoes of grandparents, children recreated a time untouched by technology. As “grandchildren” curiously asked how life functioned without WiFi, WhatsApp or video games, the “grandparents” painted vivid pictures of their childhood. They spoke of gilli danda, kabaddi and langri taang, of lullabies at bedtime, of visiting neighbours without prior calls, and of teachers who were their only source of knowledge.
The cultural segment continued with a soulful drum solo by Ayaansh of Grade 5, followed by a heartfelt group song, “Thank You Grandparents”, dedicated to the unconditional love and care of grandparents. A lively dance performance on “Radha Gori Gori” further brought energy and joy to the celebration.
A key highlight of the day was the SMRJ Samvaad, led by School Counsellor Ms. Nishchala Harbola and Special Educator Mrs. Filza Khan. The session opened an honest and engaging dialogue with grandparents about their role in a child’s life. Discussions ranged from balancing love and discipline to concerns around screen time and changing lifestyles. Grandparents candidly shared how they often give in to their grandchildren’s requests out of affection, while also acknowledging the need for boundaries.
One grandparent beautifully expressed, “What we could not do with our own children, we try to do with our grandchildren. We try to play with them, understand their thoughts, and live those moments again.”
The discussion reinforced the unique role grandparents play in shaping values within a family. As one voice noted, “There is no one better than grandparents when it comes to teaching moral values to children.”
Concerns about changing lifestyles also surfaced during the dialogue. A grandparent shared, “It has become very difficult to keep children away from mobile phones today. They do not listen to parents or grandparents, but they do follow what they learn at school.”
Addressing the gathering, Principal Mrs. Promini Chopra Ma’am, spoke about the larger purpose of education, emphasising, “We do not want to create a school where the only goal is for a child to become a doctor, an engineer or to earn a lot of money. Money is important for a standard of living, but if there are no moral values, there can be no beauty or peace in life. You cannot feel content or satisfied until you are rooted in values.”
She drew attention to the emotional challenges children face today, stating, “Children today are emotionally very vulnerable. They are constantly comparing themselves and creating an image in their minds, and when they are unable to match that image, they feel disturbed. If we teach them to fall and rise, they become emotionally strong.”
The celebration concluded with collaborative activities that brought Students closer to their grandparents. Grandparents and grandchildren participated in non-fire cooking, preparing dishes like pasta, bhel, corn chaat and rasmalai together. The ramp walk added a joyful touch, with several grandparents confidently joining their grandchildren on stage, turning the moment into a shared celebration of love and companionship.
