Early Times Report RATNUCHAK, Dec 27: Encore-An Enriching Rendezvous Lights Up Army Public School Ratnuchak which orchestrated its annual literary-cultural extravaganza, "Encore-An Enriching Rendezvous," a mesmerizing confluence of intellectual prowess and artistic splendor that ignited the spirit of innovation and unity among students, alumni, and guests. The gathering's luminous prelude honored Chief Guest, the venerable Chairman of APS Ratnuchak, and Guest of Honour Mrs. Juhi Mankotia, whose presence infused the auditorium with mentorship's glow. The welcome address evoked the school's ethos of enlightened growth, seamlessly transitioning to the ceremonial lamp lighting: the Chief Guest kindled the sacred flame of wisdom, echoed by alumni trustees and students in a generational rite of passage. A transcendent hush fell as the choir's "Ode to the Universal Soul" wove unity's ethereal threads, dissolving boundaries in serene harmony. Principal Mrs Sonal Sharma's Annual School Report unveiled a tapestry of academic zeniths-innovative leaps and holistic triumphs-that underscored the institution's zeal for excellence. Class XII's rousing AWES Song followed, a patriotic anthem pulsing with fortitude, stirring souls to valor. Artistic realms bloomed onstage: "Twining Souls" pirouetted through interconnected fates with balletic grace; "Epitome of Statesmanship" revived leadership's sagas in theatrical fire and oratorical depth; alumni's "Flashback Memories" bridged eras with nostalgic mirth; and "Mithi Takrar" bubbled over in Punjabi whimsy, celebrating kinship's playful tiffs. Merit crowned the gathering as the Guest of Honour and alumni conferred Appreciation Certificates on Class X stars, including 90%+ scorers, their faces alight with perseverance's reward. The vitality surged with "Energetic Fervour's" dynamic dance storm, "Colourful Odyssey's" vibrant global voyage in hues and rhythms, and "Musical Rhapsody's" soaring melodies from ballad to crescendo, entrancing all in euphoric sound. The zenith arrived with Chief Guest-presented Academic Excellence Awards for Class XII-shining emblems of cerebral might. The Chairman's sagacious address exalted tenacity and ingenuity, kindling aspirations' flame. A heartfelt Vote of Thanks ushered in the intimate "Tea with Chairman" for meritorious students and parents, fortifying dreams with sage counsel. |