On 30th October 2025, Class XI volunteers celebrated Diwali with the elderly at Dasghara through a vibrant and heartwarming event. The day began with a mirror art activity, where student volunteers and the “grans” collaborated joyfully, creating colorful pieces and sharing laughter. These interactions blossomed into meaningful conversations, as the elderly recounted stories of Diwali from their youth, offering students a glimpse into the rich traditions and cultural roots of the festival. The celebration continued with the distribution of festive refreshments, shared meals, and thoughtful gifts. Supported by the Sandhaar Foundation, each gran received a woolen shawl, while the Old Springdalians contributed blankets and utensil sets. Adding a personal touch, students gifted handmade diyas they had decorated during their SUPW period. This celebration not only lit up the lives of the elderly but also reinforced the values of empathy, respect, and community that define the true spirit of Diwali. For event gallery Click here

On Thursday, 9 October 2025, twenty-one students from the Interact Club of Springdales School, Pusa Road, accompanied by Ms. Sonam Sachdeva and Ms. Jahnavi Yadav, attended Navodaya — the District Interact Leadership Assembly (DILA) — held at the Plenary Hall, Bharat Mandapam. The event commenced with a graceful invocation dance celebrating India’s vibrant cultural heritage, followed by an inspiring address from Dr. Ravinder Gugnani, District Governor of Rotary District 3011, who emphasized the importance of purpose and authentic leadership in shaping one’s life.

The Student Director Generals of Interact District 3011 presented a comprehensive overview of the previous year’s initiatives and introduced upcoming projects such as Nav Chetna and the Wheelchair Project, both aimed at enhancing community engagement. The audience was then addressed by distinguished guests including Mr. Anand Kumar, Founder of Super 30, who spoke about resilience and transforming setbacks into opportunities; Ms. Nandini Gupta, Femina Miss India 2022, who shared her journey of self-discovery and the value of purpose over appearances; and Captain Yashika Hatwal Tyagi, a Kargil War Veteran, who delivered a powerful message on courage, perseverance, and the indomitable human spirit. The event concluded with captivating cultural performances by students, leaving the audience deeply inspired and reflective. For event gallery Click here

Commemorating Gandhi Jayanti with the elderly in Dasghara and Todapur was a deeply enriching and heartfelt experience. The celebration paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s enduring legacy while embracing the wisdom and warmth of the senior generation, fostering a strong sense of intergenerational connection and community spirit.

The day began with an inspiring speech highlighting Gandhiji’s values, followed by a soulful group song and a pledge-taking ceremony led by both students and grans. These activities beautifully echoed Gandhi’s principles of peace, simplicity, and service. By involving the elderly in these moments, the event not only brought joy and a sense of belonging but also created a bridge between generations—allowing the youth to learn from the lived experiences and insights of their elders.

As a gesture of gratitude and care, the young changemakers distributed ration kits to the grans, reinforcing the spirit of service and compassion. Through shared stories, meaningful interactions, and collaborative activities, students gained invaluable life lessons, while the elderly felt respected and cherished.

The celebration was a poignant reflection of the unity, harmony, and mutual respect that Gandhiji envisioned for society. For event gallery Click here

This Raksha Bandhan, Interact club students came together to celebrate the festival in a unique and heartwarming way - by tying Rakhis to the grans in the community. With love in their hearts and smiles on their faces, the young ones honored the elderly women as symbols of wisdom, care and protection. The celebration beautifully bridged generations. Navya Singh (Vice - President , Interact Club) made grans feel special by making scrumptious cakes for grans. They all relished it thoroughly. The interactors distributed ration in a responsible manner. The grans and students enjoyed refreshments together, there was a festival vibe everywhere.

It was a touching reminder that Rakhi is not just about siblings, but about cherishing every bond of love and respect. Interact club students understood the significance of the festival .For Interactors, it was a very soul satisfying experience and enlightening experience . Such initiatives instill compassion and a sense of responsibility in young changemakers. For event gallery Click here

Students of Class XI-E, Springdales School, Pusa Road, participated in the Adopt-a-Gran Ration Distribution Drive at Dasghara village as part of the school’s flagship community outreach programme. The visit marked a heartwarming reunion with the grans after the summer vacation. The students were warmly welcomed, and the grans expressed great joy in seeing them again. Although a few of the elderly were not keeping well, their spirits were uplifted by the students’ presence and affection.

For many students, this was their first visit to the community, and the experience left a lasting impression. They interacted warmly with the grans, listened to their stories, and shared light-hearted moments. The volunteers also distributed refreshments and sat down for a shared meal, strengthening the connection between generations.

Each student took initiative and participated sincerely in the distribution of ration kits. Their active involvement reflected sensitivity, responsibility, and empathy towards the elderly.

The Adopt-a-Gran project is one of Springdales School’s key community service initiatives. It aims to give students meaningful exposure to grassroots-level social work and instill in them a deep sense of compassion and commitment to the more vulnerable sections of society. For event gallery Click here

As part of our Diversity week celebrations, the social work department hosted a donation drive to uplift and support the street children of Salaam Baalak Trust, Tis Hazari. This initiative reflected our school's commitment to equity, inclusion and giving back. The drive started with creating awareness on the significance of contribution and social responsibility in all the classes by the social workers.

The students collected items that supported a wide range of children. The items were Notebooks,Pencils, Erasers and Sharpeners,Carom Board, Bats and Balls, Chess and Ludo,Colors and Badminton rackets and Shuttles.

Donation drives have socio- emotional and community wide impact. It supports those in need, promotes community engagement, raises awareness, cultivates a culture of giving and strengthens non-profit efforts.

We look forward to continuing with our contribution drives whenever and wherever the need arises. Our students are gradually inculcating a sense of responsibility and compassion in them. Our small acts of kindness are leading to bigger impacts in the community. For event gallery Click here

Eighteen students of Class XI, accompanied by the school social worker Miss Jahnavi Yadav, visited the adopted communities of Dasghara and Todapur villages for a Ration Distribution Drive on 23rd April, 2025. The students distributed essential rations to the elderly community members and engaged in heartfelt conversations, listening to their life stories with empathy and respect.

Through their interactions, they understood the emotional and social challenges faced by the elderly and learned about the “Adopt a Gran” project. The experience emphasized the importance of emotional care alongside material support and inspired students to engage more deeply in community service. The visit was a powerful lesson in empathy, social responsibility, and the value of human connection. For event gallery Click here

The two-day Community Service Orientation Program, held on April 7 and 8, 2025 was organized by the Social Work department for students of Class XI. The event aimed to sensitize students towards social responsibility and introduce them to meaningful community engagement. It began with morning assemblies and classroom briefings led by class teachers and supervisors, followed by an orientation on SUPW (Socially Useful Productive Work) conducted by school social workers Ms. Tripti Malhotra and Ms. Jahnavi Yadav.

Dr. Mala Gupta delivered the welcome address. On both days, the keynote session was delivered by Resource Persons from Smile Foundation. The sessions focused on the power of youth-led change, social awareness, and the importance of community participation.

Following the sessions, students visited different NGOs for practical exposure. Class XI-A and XI-D visited Salaam Baalak Trust at Tis Hazari, while XI-B and XI-E visited the Paharganj branch. Class XI-C students were divided into two groups and visited the Boys Blind School. These visits gave students a first-hand understanding of diverse social realities, challenges faced by underprivileged groups, and the role of NGOs in addressing those challenges.

The program concluded with feedback sessions and support from the Well-Being Department. Students expressed a deeper understanding of community service and a growing sense of empathy and responsibility. Overall, the orientation was a valuable experience that set the tone for the year’s community engagement activities, encouraging students to become socially conscious and active citizens. For event gallery Click here