Teaching practice phase 1 [ Onam celebration @ Kopparethu hss]

Onam Celebration 🌼💃

Onam Celebration – 21 August 2026 The Onam celebration at the school on 21 August was one of the most beautiful and memorable experiences of my teaching practice. The school had a colourful and festive atmosphere, with students dressed in beautiful traditional and vibrant outfits. As part of the celebration, an Onam Pookkalam competition was organized among the four houses of the school. Each house was provided with a classroom and given 45 minutes to complete their Pookkalam. Flowers and other necessary materials were provided, and the students worked enthusiastically along with their respective house teachers. After the allotted time, the Pookkalams were evaluated by the judges and the winning house was announced. Following the Pookkalam competition, various traditional Onam games were conducted, and music was played for the students to dance and enjoy the celebration. Around 1 p.m., Onam Sadya with payasam was served to all the students. I got the wonderful opportunity to be part of serving the Sadya to the students. Seeing their happiness and excitement while enjoying the Sadya was a truly heartwarming experience. I felt proud and happy to contribute to the celebration as a teacher trainee. We also served Sadya to the teachers, and later the teachers organized games and activities for themselves, creating a joyful atmosphere among everyone. The celebration concluded with a sense of happiness and togetherness, after which the school closed for the ten-day Onam vacation. This day gave me an opportunity to experience the cultural traditions of Kerala and understand how celebrations can strengthen the bond between students, teachers and the school community. It was truly a joyful and unforgettable day in my teaching practice.