Govt. Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 21-A, Chandigarh, organised an Anaemia Detection Camp in collaboration with the Health Department, Chandigarh, for the adolescent girl students of the school.

A fully equipped Anaemia Detection Camp Van, along with a team of medical experts, was provided by the Don Bosco Nav Jeevan Society Sector-24B Chandigarh under the guidance of Senior Medical Officer Dr. Gurpreet Kaur and Dr. Nancy. The camp aimed to detect Anaemia among adolescent girls at an early stage and create awareness about the importance of proper nutrition, iron-rich diets, and maintaining good health.

During the camp, the medical team conducted haemoglobin screening of the students and provided appropriate health counselling based on the test results. The experts also educated the students about the causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of Anaemia, encouraging them to adopt healthy dietary habits and maintain personal hygiene.

The Vidyanjali Project is an initiative by the Government of India aimed at strengthening schools through community and volunteer participation. It encourages individuals, parents, and community members to contribute to the development of schools through service, support, and donations.
Activities Conducted in the School
Our school actively implemented the Vidyanjali Project through the following initiatives:
SMC Meetings and Awareness:
School Management Committee (SMC) meetings were organized to spread awareness about the Vidyanjali Project. Members were informed about how they can contribute to school development.

Awareness During PTM AND ASSEMBLY :
During Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs), parents and students were sensitized about the importance and objectives of the project. They were encouraged to participate as volunteers and extend their support.

Poster Making Competition:
A poster-making competition was organized for students to create awareness about the Vidyanjali Project. Students enthusiastically participated and expressed their ideas creatively, helping to spread awareness among their peers.

Community Participation and Awareness Programme:
Parents were invited to the school during the programme where a PPT presentation on the Vidyanjali Project was shown. Students also presented a small skit depicting how individuals and the community can contribute to the betterment of the school. The programme was interactive and informative, and refreshments including tea and snacks were served to all participants

Recognition and Certification:
Certificates were distributed to SMC members and parents who actively participated and contributed, acknowledging their valuable support and involvement.
Conclusion
The Vidyanjali Project has helped in building a strong connection between the school and the community. It has encouraged collaborative efforts for improving the quality of education and infrastructure. The active participation of parents, SMC members, and students reflects a positive step towards inclusive and community-driven school development.