AFS Regional Meet
On the 4th and 5th of October, Royal Global School hosted the AFS Regional Meet, centered on the theme of ‘Culture and Sustainability: United for a Better World.’ The event saw participation from schools across the region, including Maria’s Public School (Guwahati), Royal Global School (Guwahati), Hollotoli School (Dimapur), N N Nagi School (Dimapur), Delhi Public School (Jorhat), Lakshmipat Singhania Academy (Kolkata), SAI International Residential School (Cuttack), and Miles Bronson Residential School (Guwahati). The meet was designed to foster connections among participants while promoting a collaborative and positive atmosphere.
The program opened with a warm welcome speech by the Principal, Dr. Dillip Kumar Panda, who expressed his gratitude for the schools’ participation and emphasized the importance of integrating culture and sustainability in today’s world. He also highlighted the event’s purpose as an opportunity for building relationships and effective collaboration. This was followed by an engaging ice-breaking session led by Ms. Mandakini Dasgupta. The day concluded with a delightful Principal’s dinner, providing further opportunities for interaction.
On the second day, the students and their principals visited the Akshar Foundation, a school known for its sustainability-based education model. Upon their return, they gathered at the Colosseum for the official inauguration ceremony, which commenced with the lighting of the lamp and the felicitation of guests. The Vice Principal, Ms. Binita Jain, extended a heartfelt welcome through her speech, followed by a vibrant song and dance performance. The keynote speaker, Mr. Rituraj Phukan, delivered an insightful address on climate change, sustainable actions, and their future impact.
Students later participated in breakout sessions to discuss key topics related to the theme. Ms. Diya Badgel also addressed the group, outlining the operating procedures and work culture of the AFS team. The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Dillip Kumar Panda, followed by the distribution of gifts to the participating students. The meet was a resounding success, blending formal and informal activities that celebrated student collaboration and leadership.
