World Environment Day

World Environment Day, June 5th, 2025 with the theme #BeatPlasticPollution was commemorated at Sophia High School with a series of engaging activities designed to foster environmental awareness and promote sustainable behavior among students.

The day began with a tree planting ceremony, where Class 9 EVS students planted saplings in the school garden. Various activities were conducted, focusing on awareness to reduce plastic usage and to replace plastic with eco- friendly products.

ISC students of the Environmental Science department organized a sale of hand- made eco-friendly cards and bookmarks showcasing their creativity and understanding of environmental protection to highlight the importance of protecting our environment and the urgent need for conservation efforts.

Also, the concept of "REUSE" was driven among students in the campus by selling old storybooks. The money collected from the sales drive was used to create a green space in the school premises, using up cycled planters by the ISC EVS students to enhance the school's landscape in order to support biodiversity, promoting ecological awareness and environmental stewardship.

The main aim of this initiative was to engage the students to connect with nature to boost self-esteem and confidence and promote positive self- perception among students. The green spaces provide opportunities for outdoor learning experiences, such as science investigations, nature walks and gardening projects.

A skit was also performed by ISC EVS students to effectively communicate the importance of environmental protection, to spread awareness about plastic pollution and inspire others to become eco-conscious citizens.

The day concluded with all students taking a pledge to conserve natural resources, reduce waste and adopt eco-friendly habits instead of using plastic in their daily lives. This commitment was further solidified through a Pledge signing drive, signifying a serious intention to act upon it.

Our Principal, Sr. Alpana, led this drive to inspire staff and students to make similar commitments and contribute to a larger movement to emphasize the importance of taking care of our planet, reinforcing our school's commitment to sustainability.

The World Environment Day celebration at Sophia High School was a resounding success, fostering a sense of environmental responsibility among students and reinforcing the school's commitment to sustainability. The event served as a reminder of the importance of protecting our planet and inspired students to become active participants in conservation efforts.