The Rotary family, led by Rtn. Piloo Aga and her family, brought festive cheer to the students of Lighthouse this Christmas. Her two charming grandsons, Nirvaan and Nil, enthusiastically joined in, playing games and spreading joy among the children. The celebration began with an exciting game of “Passing the Ball” for the Jr. KG and Sr....
During the Diwali vacation, the Lighthouse children participated in a vibrant Diwali camp centred on the theme of the “Southern States.” Over seven days, they explored Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala, delving into each state’s unique culture and heritage. Throughout the camp, the children learned about famous landmarks, notable personalities, rich traditions, local cuisine,...
The Child Welfare Committee of the Rotary Club of Bombay extends heartfelt thanks to Rtn Sunish Anand for donating 125 steel scales, manufactured by his company Kriteel Shiwa, to students of Lighthouse, Bhavishya Yaan, and street children of Salaam Baalak. The children were delighted to receive these gifts during their Diwali holidays. ...
On 25th October, our 15-member team joined 50 enthusiastic schoolchildren for an unforgettable day at Colour Carnival. We dived into the art of tie-dye, turning simple caps into vibrant masterpieces. The air was filled with laughter, music, and games, creating a joyful atmosphere. This colourful journey fostered self-expression, teamwork, and meaningful connections. The day wrapped...
On September 3rd 2024, ahead of Teacher’s Day, the Rotary Club hosted a special Pre-Teacher’s Day celebration with the dedicated teachers of the Society for the Education of the Challenged (S.E.C.), recognising their invaluable role in shaping futures for children with special needs. In a surprise workshop, each teacher was given a drawing board, acrylic paints,...
Today marked the exciting launch of our Diwali Camp, where teachers took on the roles of various community helpers to engage and educate students. The day began with teachers, dressed as bakers, soldiers, farmers, and other professionals, sharing insights about their important roles in society. This interactive presentation captivated the students and sparked their curiosity. Following...
On October 14th, 2024, Rotaract Club of Atlas SkillTech University hosted a pivotal event in honour of World Mental Health Week. Held at the university in Kurla, the gathering drew approximately 400-450 students eager to engage in meaningful discussions about mental health. The event featured renowned stand-up comedian Atul Khatri, who entertained the audience with a...
RCB’s Lighthouse Project brought traditional festivities to life as pupils from nursery through primary levels participated in special Dandiya dance sessions to celebrate Navratri. Junior and Senior kindergarteners donned colourful attire for their dedicated performance, whilst students from Years 1 to 5 enjoyed their own separate celebration. The traditional folk dance, performed with decorated sticks, proved...
A group of 30 Lighthouse Project students, from Standards 1 to 5, visited Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya to commemorate Gandhi Jayanti. Accompanied by four teachers, the students embarked on an enriching educational journey through the historic museum. The young visitors were captivated by the extensive collection of exhibits, including Gandhiji’s personal belongings, letters and photographs chronicling pivotal...
Thank you, President Satyan Israni, for treating our Lighthouse Project children to imported chocolates. For many of them, it was their first time tasting Hershey’s Kisses, sent with all your love. Thanks also to PP Preeti Mehta for celebrating your birthday by treating the street children through the Child Welfare Committee of RCB....
Megha, a volunteer storyteller at Lighthouse Project, recently engaged the children with two captivating tales. The first story explored the fascinating lifecycle of a caterpillar, helping expand the children’s vocabulary with new words like ‘stomachache’ and ‘cocoon’. The second narrative focused on Mahatma Gandhi’s life journey. This story was chosen to complement the children’s recent visit...
On Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, we conducted fulfilling SPARSH (Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse) sessions at the Lighthouse Project. For children aged 4 to 7, we delivered a specially designed module with their mothers in attendance. Another session was conducted for students of Standards 3, 4 and 5, using a module appropriate for ages 8 to...