Co-Curriculum

School activities play a significant role in the holistic development of students. Co-curricular activities are the application part of skills learned and achieved during academic activities. It enhances our social skills, intellectual skills, collaborative skills etc.

At DPS Aligarh, we settle for student initiated activities that encompasses everything possible under the sun. The range of activities offered include

Art and Craft- The vibrancy of the colours and the intricate and minute evolvement of creative initiatives seem to paint the wall of the Art Gallery. Students throng the very premises of the Art Gallery to relish upon the feast of colours and patterns. Inter House and Intra House activities are a common sight every Wednesday.

Music and Dance- Nothing soothes the wary soul more than music and nothing inspires the soul greater than music. The faculty entrusted with the sublimity of music and dance has always managed to inspire a few souls to produce Musicians and Dancers, lime lighted at every event. Apart from the School activities the students have also held the school flag high at different Inter DPS events as well as Inter School Events at both state and national level.

Theatrics and Public Speaking - Regular activities like Extempore, Speech, Debate, One act plays etc have added to the grandeur of multi Lingual character of the schools. The Language Dept remains at its toes to sharpen the oratory and acting skills of the students. These activities have also rendered in the development of presentation skill.

  • THE LEAGUE OF LEGEND 2023 - 24
  • “Talent wins games, but teamwork wins championships”

    Coupled together, the tiny tots of classes Nursery to II ran through various obstacles, taking out pebbles in their shoes, to reach the finishing line in The League of Legends, organised by Delhi Public School Aligarh, as an initiative of Fit India Movement launched in 2019 by the Government of India, on 24 February 2024.

    13 events with over 200 adorable yet determined and tenacious athletes won our hearts as they battled through Picking & Keeping the ball, Baton Relay, Ready for school, Obstacle race, Ice-cream race, One Ball balancing on glass, among several others. The most popular races among students remained Pitching the Stumps, and Dragging the ball, whereas the parents who participated in the Surprise races enjoyed them thoroughly too.

    With over 10 special races for the parents, we saw them cheer, jump, hoot and shout the loudest first for their children, and then for the fellow parents who enthusiastically joined in the races. The entire playground echoed with loud cheer, laughter and elated faces as they breezed through the storm with their partners. The event ended with certificate distribution to all the students and a small token of gratitude to all the parent-winners.

    Highlight of the game? For one more time, we managed a 100% participation from these classes!

  • COCK HOUSE TROPHY 2023 - 24
  • To winners, nothing seems unpleasant – William Shakespeare

    With great pleasure DPS Aligarh announces the culmination of school's spirited competition and the presentation of the prestigious Cock House Trophy to the winning house. The special assembly, held on 5 February 2024, was a culmination of enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and camaraderie, showcasing the vibrant spirit within school community.

    Throughout the academic year, students from all houses engaged in various competitions, sports events, and challenges, displaying their talents and teamwork.

    Points were diligently accumulated based on achievements in academics, sports, cultural events, and exemplary behavior. This fostered healthy competition and encouraged students to excel in diverse areas.

    The competitions not only promoted healthy rivalry but also strengthened the sense of community within each house. Students collaborated and supported each other, creating lasting bonds.

    After meticulous calculation and consideration Ganga House emerged as the overall winner, earning the honor of receiving the Cock House Trophy. The entire school community gathered in a special assembly to witness the momentous occasion.

    During the assembly, we had the privilege to celebrate and honor the exceptional students who have been selected as Faces of the Month. Their commitment to excellence, kindness, and leadership has inspired every student. The students were appreciated for their positive impact on school community.

    The Cock House Trophy for the session 2023-2024 and Face of the Month - December was presented to the students by the Principal Ms.Arti Jha amid cheers and applause, symbolizing excellence and achievement.

  • PARENTS TALK WITH ARTI JHA 2023 - 24
  • “Behind the parents stands the school, and behind the teacher the home” - Dr. Abdul KalamAzad

    Imbibing the values from what Former President has talked about the role of parents and school in a child’s education, Delhi Public School Aligarh organized "Parents talk with the Academic Advisor, Mr J.C. pant and Principal, Ms. Arti Jha” at 11 A.M. on Saturday, February 3, 2024. With an overwhelming response of over 120 parents from classes IX to XI, the session was deemed as a success for the betterment and improvement of students as well as the school. The impact of good parenting, guidance and counselling, support and belief in the children was emphasized on one hand, and on the other, the parents were made aware how children can become a victim of overstress owing to demands and expectations from the school, parents, and their individual coaching institutes.

    Parents were advised to be aware and careful in order to avoid any breakdown, especially during the exam season with Board exams knocking at their doors. Several parents presented their queries and suggestions, which were welcomed, answered and debated on, but noted down with due consideration. The highlight of the event definitely was the Management’s proposal for offering scholarship to meritorious students which certainly brought cheers to a lot of anxious faces.

    To wrap it up, parents were encouraged and humbly requested to provide their whole-hearted cooperation to the measures adopted by the school and maintain regular contact with the concerned teachers, so as to ensure holistic development of each child who walks through the school gate everyday.

  • MATHEMATICS TALENT SEARCH EXAMINATION 2023 - 24
  • “Number rules the universe”

    Delhi Public School Aligarh hosted the Mathematics Talent Search Examination (MTSE) 2023, a thrilling event that showcased the brilliance and mathematical prowess of our students.

    The MTSE was a platform where our students demonstrated their exceptional skills in solving complex mathematical problems, pushing the boundaries of logical thinking and problem-solving. The event started from the month of August where all the students attempted LEVEL-1. The final level of MTSE was conducted on the occasion of NATIONAL MATHEMATICS DAY.

    We were thrilled to witness enthusiastic participation from students across various grades, each bringing their unique approach to tackle the challenging questions presented in the examination. Various competitions were organised for different classes like Comic designing, Mathlete- Run for the problem, Quiz, PowerPoint Presentation, Ethics Bowl, SUDOKU, Mathematic Puzzle. Students from class III TO XII who qualified LEVEL-1 participated in these competitions. A hearty congratulations to the top performers who emerged as shining stars, exemplifying excellence in mathematics. Their dedication and hard work truly paid off, setting an inspiring example for their peers.

  • SPECIAL ASSEMBLY ON CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION 2023 - 24
  • "Christmas is the spirit of giving without a thought of getting”

    On the occasion of Christmas, the students of Ravi house of DPS Aligarh began the Special Assembly with a significant message on Christmas. The students presented an array of interesting programmes. Music was in the air throughout the event. The children were filled with joy and excitement as Santa along with beautiful dancers came dancing to the tune of Jingle Bells.

    The Principal complimented the performance of the students and urged them to be kind and share love and joy with each other. The event also witnessed a grand celebration of the students and teachers who had bagged the recognition of the Face of the Month for October and November through their untiring efforts, determination and dedication to give the best in their respective fields. The Principal encouraged each one of them to strive harder and attain excellence through their hard work.

  • THE DPS NATIONAL ATHLETIC MEET GIRLS 2023 - 24
  • The National Girls Athletic Meet was a remarkable event, hosted by Delhi Public School Aligarh on 03 & 04 November 2023. The day was filled with energy, excitement, and talent, showcasing the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie among young athletes from across the country.

    The event commenced with a warm and inspiring welcome speech by our esteemed Principal Ms. Arti Jha. She emphasized the significance of sports in a student's life and the values they instill, such as discipline, determination, and teamwork. The symbol of the meet, the torch lighting was carried out in the form of torch relay with great enthusiasm, signifying the beginning of the event and the quest for glory. The DPS flag was unfurled by the Chief Guest Sh. Shalabh Mathur, reminding everyone of the unity and diversity that sports bring to the nation. Teams from various DPS’ marched proudly giving guard of honor to the chief guest displaying their unity, discipline, and impeccable coordination. The chief guest, an eminent administrative personality, delivered an inspiring speech, motivating the young athletes and praising their dedication and hard work.

    The Athletic meet was officially declared open by the chief guest, marking the commencement of the various sporting events. Athletes, were administered the sportsmanship oath by the principal, pledging to participate with integrity and uphold the spirit of fair play. The teams marched out in high spirits, eager to showcase their athletic prowess. The athletes were motivated and encouraged by Pro-vice Chairman of DPS Aligarh Mr. Swapnil Jain. The event concluded with the melodious rendition of our school anthem, reminding us of our school's core values and traditions.

    The event came to an end with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Anandika Mittal, President Students’ Council, acknowledging the support of parents, teachers, and volunteers who made the event a grand success.

    The event was a resounding success, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended.

  • SCIENCE EXHIBITION 2023 - 24
  • “Every art should become science and every science should become art”

    The Science Department of Delhi Public School Aligarh had organised a Science Exhibition on 16 th December 2023 to showcase the explorations and experiments of students ranging from Nursery up to class IX. The active participation and enthusiasm displayed by the students reflected their keen interest in scientific exploration. The primary aim of the exhibition was to foster and develop scientific aptitude among the student community.

    Various innovative projects and experiments were presented, highlighting the diverse range of scientific topics covered by the students. The interactive nature of the exhibition allowed students to engage with visitors, explaining the intricacies of their projects and demonstrating a solid understanding of the scientific concepts involved.

    The event served as a testament to the importance of fostering a scientific mind-set from an early age, laying the foundation for future innovation and discovery. The parents as well al the Principal appreciated and praised the efforts made by the students as well as the teachers who nourished their intellectual fervour.

  • INTER-HOUSE SINGING COMPETITION 2023 - 24
  • “Music is the universal language of mankind, Where words fail, music speaks”

    An inter-house singing competition held at Delhi Public School Aligarh was a splendid display of musical talent, featuring enchanting performances in semi-classical, folk, and devotional genres. The audience was treated to a mesmerizing array of melodies that reflected the rich diversity of our cultural heritage.

    Group Singing Competition

    House Name Postion
    Chenab House First Position
    Jhelum House Second Position
    Ganga house Third Position

    Solo Singing Competition

    House Name Postion
    Chenab House First Position
    Ganga house Second Position
    Jhelum House Third Position

    Overall, the competition witnessed a remarkable display of musical vibrant culture and showcased the diverse talents of the participants.

  • SWACHHATA PAKHWADA - A CLEANLINESS DRIVE ON 1 OCTOBER 2023-24
  • “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step”

    In a country of 1.39 billion people, 29 states, over 6 lakh villages and cities, 40 ethnic communities, and over 22 major languages, it is not possible to achieve a cleanliness goal overnight. With the aim of keeping the country clean and green, honorable Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi started his Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or Clean India Mission in 2014.

    To further inculcate the importance and values of this cleanliness initiative, he proposed Swachhata Ke Liye Shramdan on October 1, 2023 at 10 a.m. for an hour. Schools, industries, individuals were encouraged to take the small step towards keeping their nation spit-and-span clean by not depending on others, but taking the baton themselves.

    Following the great call, Delhi Public School Aligarh also organized a cleanliness drive with its students and teachers on October 1 to spread the awareness among the youth and also ensure they are responsible citizens of our locality, and nation. The students from various classes ranging from VII to XII and 7 teachers conducted the cleanliness drive in Samridhhi Township near Agra Road in the district of Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh.

    A residential area of about 1000 sq.m. was cleaned thoroughly by the volunteers and the garbage was picked up by the student and teacher who armed themselves with brooms, thailas, containers and placards in the morning of October 1. The students also spoke to the residents in order to spread the word about how to keep their area clean and beautiful by taking small steps every day.

    The garbage collected was then picked up by the garbage collecting van of Aligarh Municipality. The students not only learnt the importance of cleanliness through this drive, but was also able to educate the people around about its significance.

    The primary objective of this drive was to promote cleanliness. hygiene practices and a healthy environment in public areas such as streets, neighborhoods, parks among others. This campaign served as an example of how communities can come together to promote cleanliness and create a better environment for all.

  • BOOK FAIR 2023-24
  • “You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy books and that’s kind of the same thing”

    When we talk about shopaholics, we often forget to include the bibliophiles who swarm our houses and localities. In the age of Kindle, audiobooks, podcasts, YouTube videos and many other avenues, the romantic idea of holding a book while sipping into tea or coffee, or sitting in a corner of your cozy bed to finish an entire novel on a rainy afternoon has been reduced to scenes in movies and books. But to our surprise, bibliophiles gathered in large numbers in the Book Fair organized by Delhi Public School Aligarh in collaboration with Scholar Books Club. The fair which was inaugurated by the Principal, Mrs. Arti Jha, the Academic Coordinators, Mr. Intisar Ahmed and Mrs. Shalini Jain along with the President, Head Boy and Head Girl of the school, Anandika Mittal, Sanidhya Khare and Priyanshi Singh, saw book lovers in groups pouncing over their favorite novels, anime and story books.

    The Fair also witnessed a huge selling of self-help and motivational books by Jay Shetty, James Clear, Dale Carnegie among others. Collin Hoover, Harry Potter, Agatha Christie, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Sudha Murthy were some of the all-time favorites among buyers. Not only the students, but enthusiastic parents couldn’t help but splurge on some of the novels and encyclopedias which were up for sale.

    Nicely organized with a great variety of books, this Fair was a gentle reminder to us that even in the age of Kindle, students prefer the touch and smell of books as much as their teachers did years ago. The fair united the students and teachers in one thread where they both shared their love for reading without any boundaries.

  • संस्कृत दिवस समारोह 2023-24
  • "भाषासु मुख्या मधुरा दिव्या गीर्वाणभारती।
    तत्रापि काव्यं मधुरं तस्मादपि सुभाषितम्॥"

    दिल्ली पब्लिक स्कूल अलीगढ में संस्कृत दिवस समारोह का आयोजन किया गया। छात्र छात्राओं ने वन्देमातरम् पर सामूहिक नृत्य प्रस्तुत किया। आश्रिया जैन ने सुविचार व प्रशस्ति सिेह ने मनोरंजक व आश्चर्यजनक रोचक तथ्य बताए। मनस्वी शर्मा व मोक्षिता गुप्ता ने यदा यदा हि धर्मस्य श्लोकों को सस्वर गाया। रूद्र प्रताप, लब्धि जैन व विराट गोयल ने येषां न विद्यां तपो न दानं..... द्वारा विद्या का महत्व बताया। छात्र दिव्य जैन व दृष्टि जैन ने शनैः शनैः मम जीवने आगच्छ......संस्कृत गीत को लयबद्ध कर सुनाया। माधवी राठी ने संस्कृत भाषा के महत्व पर प्रकाश डालते हुए कहा कि यह भाषा वैदिक भाषा होने के साथ-साथ वैज्ञानिक भी है जिसके कारण यह विश्व में अपनी पहचान बना चुकी है। सबसे प्राचीनतम ग्रंथ वेद हैं जो संस्कृत भाषा में ही हैं। आर्य जाति के सभी संस्कार इसी भाषा में होते हैं। कार्यक्रम का संचालन छात्रा चैतन्या श्रीवास व विकास झा ने किया। मुख्य अतिथि अलीगढ़ मुस्लिम विश्वविद्यालय के महिला महाविद्यालय की प्रोफेसर डॉ सारिका वार्ष्णेय का डॉ सतीश जैन ने परिचय कराया। प्रधानाचार्या आरती झा ने मुख्य अतिथि प्रोफेसर डॉ सारिका वार्ष्णेय को प्रतीकचिह्न व सुसज्जित हरितपादप देकर सम्मानित किया।

    मुख्य अतिथि प्रोफेसर डॉ सारिका वार्ष्णेय ने सभी बच्चों को संस्कृत दिवस की ढ़ेरों शुभकामनाएं देती हुए कहा कि संस्कृत सभी भाषाओं की जननी है। संस्कृति संस्कृत पर ही आधारित है इसमें अनेक सूक्तियाँ व सुभाषितानि हैं जिनमें भारतीय संस्कृति के नैतिक मूल्य सत्यमेव जयते, अहिंसा परमो धर्म, शीलं परम भूषणं, यत्र नार्यस्तु पूज्यन्ते, रमन्ते तत्र देवता, वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम आदि अनेक मानवीय जीवन मूल्य भरे हुए है जो हमें जीवन में आगे बढ़ने की प्रेरणा देती है।

    प्रधानाचार्या आरती झा ने कहा सभी बच्चों को संस्कृत दिवस की शुभकामनाएँ देते हुए कहा कि संस्कृत सर्वोत्कृष्ट भाषा है इसका प्रयोग स्पीच थेरेपी में भी किया जाता है। संस्कृत का साहित्य अति समृद्ध है इसकी उन्नति में ही देश की उन्नति है। संस्कृत हमारी संस्कृति की विरासत हैं और ये भेदभाव को मिटाकर आपस में प्रेम करना सिखाती है।

  • EYE CHECKUP CAMP 2023-24
  • “Prioritize your eye health, keep your world in proper focus, invest in your well-being, and reap the rewards of a lifetime of clear vision”

    Children's visual talents are put under more stress as they move to higher classes. The amount of time spent reading and studying dramatically increases, yet the print size in textbooks keeps getting smaller that puts strain on their eye sight.

    For two days, Doctor Manish Agarwal and his assistant conducted an eye checkup camp at Delhi Public School Aligarh, to ensure eye health of our young learners .The experts thoroughly examined the children and provided them with eye care advice as well as a diagnosis for any concern related to eyes. In the world where family time is somehow replaced by screen timing and paper work has been replaced by Systems, PCs or Laptops ,one should be more vigilant about their eyes. Not only should we protect our children's eyes, but also our own, as everyone of us relies on a good eyesight to succeed in our individual fields.

  • YELLOW COLOUR DAY CELEBRATION 2023-24
  • "More sunshine. More lemons. More sunsets. More bananas. More sunflowers .More yellow. More happiness."

    Shades of yellow stimulates our little ones with happiness, energy and optimism. Tiny tots of Delhi Public School Aligarh, from Nursery to Class II dressed in various shades and tint of Yellow, to celebrate a day dedicated to the "Yellow color".

    - They participated in various activities which were designed by keeping in mind 'the shades of yellow' that included origami tulip, colour object search, lemonade glass, and spellbee.

    - The bright, enlightened children were surrounded by yellow lighting, fostering imagination and creativity with a promise of bright future ahead.

  • 'SPARDHA' FOOTBALL MATCH 2023-24
  • Hey everyone! I am sure you all are missing your school days as much as we miss you in the campus.

    Let's take a look at one of the most beautiful days we have enjoyed before the school closed for summer vacation.

    Remember that football match you had before the school closed? Where you won with flying colors?

    Yes, you read it right. Before the school closed for summer holidays, there was a nail-biting football match between the students and staff of DPS Aligarh where they showed their 'Spardha' in playing fair and square and winning the game under the guidance of their favorite teachers. The combined efforts of teachers and students when put into competition proved their determination, dedication and resilience. With brilliant commentary, siting at the edge moments, and spectacularly wow and oh-no goals, the students of classes 9-12 gave their heart and soul to win against the teachers through several days of practice, hard work and tactics. Even though they were bogged down by their exams, but they didn't let the teachers take that advantage and beat them by 3 goals.

    We all remember how some spectators shouted and cheered for their favorite players, how the parents cheered for their sons and the others were torn between who to support, the teachers or the students.

    Here we are reminiscing this day and hoping to see many more such matches in this year!

  • INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY CELEBRATION 2023-24
  • “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self”

    The best way to retrospect, and realize your self, your worth and your determination towards the goal can be achieved through yoga. We, at DPS Aligarh celebrated the International Yoga Day by illustrating the importance of yog in our lives and encouraging the students to do yoga.

    - The students did suryanamaskar, and meditation among many others and were instructed on basic yoga routines that they can do everyday at home with their family members. Our aim was to make them realize that yoga is all about striking a balance in life and embracing the positivity that surrounds them.

  • SUMMER CAMP 2023-24
  • "Summer is filled with breaking rules & standing apart ignoring your head and following your heart"

    The Summer Camp 2023-24 is organised by Delhi Public School Aligarh  which began on 15 May and culminated on 25 May .The camp started with stretching exercises, yogasana, aerobics and zumba dance. Fun filled activities for the anxious children during the summer break was a delightful treat. It provided them an opportunity to learn new skills as they tried their hands on Canvas painting, tribal painting with clay, mirror work art etc. They learnt vocal, instrumental music such as Congo, Octapad, Guitar, basic steps of Kathak and Odissi dance. More than 250 students enthusiastically participated from classes 3 to 8  in different activities.

    The aim of this summer camp was to keep the students engaged & provide them a platform to explore and express their creativity, in any form. Every activity worth doing has a learning curve.

    The summer camp was culminated with a mesmerizing cultural programme which included  beautiful rendition of Ekla chalo re! and a rejuvenating instrumental orchestra by our young learners. The performance of dance was no less as its colourful aura of Sufi Kathak, Krishna leela and the dramatic presentation of Assi Ghat, Kashi and ganga arti kept the audience spell bound. Students were given away the certificates of participation by our esteemed dignitaries. The revered guest Mr. A. P. Singh, Supritendent Central GST Department appreciated the efforts of children. He visited the art gallery which was the centre of attraction for everyone. Principal Mrs. Arti Jha congratulated the teachers and the participants for the successful event and concluded with a life lesson that "Learning new things is good but without application in real life, it holds no importance .

  • MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION 2023-24
  • “A Mother is she who can take the place of all others, but whose place no one else can take”

    Mother’s day is a special day, for all children and mothers as it celebrates the bond of love and affection that is everlasting. To celebrate and honor motherhood the students of DPS ALIGARH took an initiative on behalf of all the children to make sure their moms feel special and honored on this day. /p>

    The students put up a special assembly. They started assembly with a beautiful thought on mother. The choir group also sang a song and the students expressed their views on the importance of mothers in our lives. And on this special day class toppers of IMO were given gold medal.

    To show their love and respect for their mother, the young, enthusiastic students made a beautiful mini album and designed a t-shirt for their super moms. Ms. Arti Jha, Principal of Delhi Public School Aligarh extended her greetings to all mothers and educators and also addressed the ability of super moms to handle a variety of demands being thrown at them in quick succession. She also congratulated the class toppers of IMO.

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