“Celebrating the Spirit of Pola: A Tribute to Our Beloved Bulls”

Introduction

Essence International School Pre-Primary wing celebrated the traditional festival of Pola on 9th September,2026 with great enthusiasm and joy. The celebration was thoughtfully planned to familiarise our young learners with the cultural significance of Pola and to instil in them a sense of gratitude, respect, and appreciation for our agricultural heritage.

Celebration

The programme commenced with a prayer, creating a peaceful and positive atmosphere for the celebration. This was followed by an engaging warm-up activity conducted by our respected Quality coordinator Mrs. Jayshri Sastri along with the Pre-Primary teachers. The activity encouraged the children to participate enthusiastically and prepared them for the various events planned for the day.

A captivating storytelling session by Mrs. Aparna Bandopadhyay further enriched the celebration. Through an age-appropriate and engaging story, the children were introduced to the significance of Pola and the important role of bulls in the lives of farmers. The session helped the children understand the values of gratitude, compassion, and respect towards animals.

The highlight of the celebration was the Bullock Race organised for the Pre – Primary children. The activity was conducted in a fun-filled and child-friendly manner, allowing the little ones to participate with great excitement. The children enthusiastically cheered for their teams and thoroughly enjoyed the festive spirit.

Overall, the Pola Celebration was a delightful blend of tradition, learning, movement, and joyful participation. It provided our young learners with an opportunity to experience the essence of a traditional festival while developing social awareness, teamwork, and respect for our cultural heritage.

Acknowledgement

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed Directors, Mr. Vijay Menon and Dr. Mrs. Hema Menon, for their constant encouragement, unwavering support, and valuable guidance. Their vision and commitment towards providing meaningful learning experiences for our young learners continue to inspire us.

We also express our sincere appreciation to our honourable Principal Ma’am for her continued support, meticulous Quality coordination Mrs Jayshri Sastri and Mrs shahsiprabha Surayavanshi for her gracious presence, which added warmth and significance to the celebration. Her guidance and encouragement played an instrumental role in ensuring the smooth and successful execution of the programme. A special note of appreciation also extended to our dedicated non-teaching staff for their valuable support in making the Pola Celebration a grand success. Pravin Bhaiya deserves special appreciation for taking care of all the arrangements in the auditorium and ensuring that everything was organised smoothly and efficiently. Heartfelt thanks to Bharti Didi, Chhaya Didi, and Sushma Didi for their sincere efforts, cooperation, and assistance throughout the celebration. Their dedicated support and teamwork played an important role in making the event a memorable experience for our young learners.

Conclusion

The Pola Celebration was a joyful and enriched experience for our young learners. It beautifully blended cultural awareness, traditional values, physical activity, and joyful learning. Through prayer, warm-up activities, storytelling, and the exciting bullock race, the children actively participated and gained a deeper understanding of the significance of Pola and the important role of animals in our agricultural traditions. The celebration successfully nurtured values of gratitude, compassion, respect for animals, teamwork, and appreciation for our rich cultural heritage. The enthusiasm and active participation of the children, teachers, and supporting staff made the event truly memorable and meaningful. Overall, the celebration concluded on a happy and vibrant note, leaving the children with cherished memories and a greater appreciation for our tradition.