“Join the race to make the world a better place.”
Hillwoods Academy, Greater Noida organized its annual event Eco-seminar on 24 August 2024 to focus on the urgent need to adopt sustainable practices to mitigate the impacts of climate change, deforestation, and pollution.
Prestigious schools of NCR and Delhi participated in the various competitions which were held to propel young minds towards individual accountability for environment protection. The students showcased their creativity and innovative ideas in Ananda Kuteera: Cottage of Joy; The Good Life: Brochure Making; Mindful Movements: PPT Making; and Logic Leads Us, Debate Competition.
The event was graced by Special Guests Ms. Rajni Sood, an eco- activist and Ms. Nidhi Malhotra Ma’am, an Environmentalist and Fashion Designer. Ms. Rajni Sood in her address invoked the students to be the protagonist and warriors against the use of plastic consumption and its recycling.
The event commenced with the of the ceremonial lamp lighting followed by a musical rendition by the choir group. In her welcome address, The Head of the School, Ms. Meeta Arora expressed gratitude to the special guests and participants. She shared her vision for individual accountability for the cause of environmental protection.
The Head Girl of the School, Mansi Sharma in her impactful speech highlighted the urgent need for environmental action and presented practical ways by which we can make a difference.
Mahira Qamar, prefect of the Eco Club presented the ECO REPORT summarizing the achievements and progress of the initiatives and endeavours undertaken by the school throughout the session.
To reaffirm our commitment to environment, stewardship and sustainability Eco Pledge was administered. The focal point of the day was the Dance- Drama “THE CHANGING TIDES OF NATURE” which highlighted the beauty of the world we’ve lost but also served a powerful reminder of the urgent need to protect what remains.
Striving to be responsible environmentalists, saplings were planted by the distinguished guests.
In the Valedictory Ceremony, the yearly newsletter ‘Green Pages’ was released by the honoured guests of the day. The winners of the competitive events were felicitated. Ms. Nidhi Malhotra, the revered guest in her note had all praise for the efforts and inputs by the students.
The program was concluded with the Vote of Thanks and with the hope to gather again with more innovative and experiential ideas towards the protection of environment.
