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Extra-curricular skills are as important as academic performance. In addition to physical development and exploration of interests, students learn the thrill of challenge and competition, the importance of concentration, the spirit of teamwork and a sense of accomplishment. The extra-curricular activities on offer include:

Art and Craft
The world, seen through a child’s eye is a beautiful place. The children are encouraged to create their own colourful interpretations of what they see around them. Under the able guidance of the Art and Craft teacher, the children undertake many fun-filled projects involving cutting, pasting, drawing and colouring. Their efforts are put up on the class bulletin board for the appreciation of all.

Etiquettes and Manners
At Highland Public School the children are groomed to emerge as young gentlemen and little ladies. Besides education and play, emphasis is laid on teaching good manners and proper behaviour.

Music and Dance
Children are exposed to both Western and Indian Classic music and dance. Basic notes of music are introduced through keyboard and harmonium and they are taught short choruses and songs. The fundamentals of various dance forms are also taught.

Meditation & Yoga
In today’s hectic world it is never too early to learn the gentle art of relaxation. Meditation also improves concentration and sharpens focus.

Dramatics
A harmonious blend of contemplation and action is brought through dramatics. Fairy tales and stories from different periods of history are dramatized. Children learn the art of role-play, voice intonation and stage-acting and at the same time get familiarised with various cultures.

Gardening
Gardening is a wonderful experience as it involves not just sowing and watering, but also fun with soil. With the help of teachers and the school gardeners, the toddlers are taught the basics of gardening like sowing, watering and care of plants. They are also introduced to simple, interesting facts about plants and flowers.

Competitions
At Highland regular competitions in academic as well as extra-curricular areas are organized. Short speeches, recitations, story-telling, fancy-dress competition, calligraphy and compositions are just some of these. These activities help in developing a spirit of healthy competition and fair-play among children. All children participate in each activity. This regular exposure to public speaking instils confidence and helps get over stage-fright. Various dignitaries are invited to grace such occasions and deliver impartial judgment. Topics like Myself, My School, My Pencil Box, My Teacher, Village Fair, Independence Day, Mahatma Gandhi etc are given to them each month for oration. English and Hindi rhymes and story-telling competitions are also organized to improve their vocabulary and expressions.

Extra Curricular Activities
Prayer Competition
Poetry Competition
Calligraphy Competition
Fancy Dress Competition
Story Narration
Paper Reading
Declamation
Mental Maths
G.K Quiz Competition
Drawing Competition
Environment Day
Grandparents Day
Dramatic Club
Music and Dance Club
Reading Club
Eco Club
Health and Wellness
Quiz Club
Science Club
Career Guidance and Counselling
Life Skill Education
Value Education
Shramdaan
School Camp
Picnics/Excursions
School Exhibitions
Annual Function
Sports Day