On March 20, 2025, Grace Academy successfully hosted its highly anticipated Poetry Competition, providing students with a valuable opportunity to develop their public speaking abilities, articulate their thoughts, and express their creativity. The event enabled participants to bring their words to life through various forms of poetry, fostering a deeper appreciation for literary expression.

Students from different grade levels participated in specialized poetry competitions tailored to their developmental stages. Grades 1 and 2 engaged in a Poem Recitation Competition, allowing them to refine their oratory skills. Grades 3 and 4 took part in an Acrostic Poetry Competition, which encouraged them to explore structured creative writing. Meanwhile, students in Grades 5, 6, and 7 participated in the Limerick Poetry Competition, where they honed their abilities in crafting concise, rhythmic compositions. Finally, Grades 8 and 9 showcased their talents in the Slam Poetry Competition, where participants not only composed original poems but also delivered them with passion and expression, ensuring their words resonated profoundly with the audience.

The competition served as a dynamic celebration of artistic expression and collaboration within the school community. Hosted within the classrooms of Grace Academy, participation was mandatory for all students, ensuring maximum engagement and enthusiasm. To enhance the richness of the competition, each class focused on a unique poetic style, allowing for a wide array of artistic interpretations and literary creativity.

Winners:

  • Grade 1 (A):
    • 1st Place: Zaira Imtiyaz
    • 2nd Place: Mekali Moati Ezung & Choilee Etau
    • 3rd Place: Toki Zhimomi & Vipuka Chophy
  • Grade 1 (B):
    • 1st Place:  Amaira Yasmeen
    • 2nd Place: Henoka 
    • 3rd Place:  Kivikupu
  • Grade 2 (A):
    • 1st Place: Toinoto Sumi
    • 2nd Place: Agnes Nemdeikim Hangshing & Prisha Rai
    • 3rd Place:  Sahas Regmi
  • Grade 2 (B):
    • 1st Place:  Vilo Katty
    • 2nd Place: Keziah Kiho
    • 3rd Place: Gabriel Arian Ward & Eliren Joshua Patton
  • Grade 3 (A):
    • 1st Place:  David Gonmei
    • 2nd Place: Ilovino Sumi
    • 3rd Place: Riongdangla Imchen
  • Grade 3 (B):
    • 1st Place: Dil Nawaz 
    • 2nd Place: Amuvi Zhimomi
    • 3rd Place: Kihika Assumi & Samaira Yasmeen
  • Grade 4 (A):
    • 1st Place:  Kebennye Khing
    • 2nd Place: Libika Azaria Yeptho & Rokokho-U Israil
    • 3rd Place: Nuno Nyekha
  • Grade 4 (B):
    • 1st Place: Mahrsi Das
    • 2nd Place: Likithe I Kiba
    • 3rd Place: Huthuke Aye
  • Grade 5 (A):
    • 1st Place:  Abigail D Sangma
    • 2nd Place:  Rushanthung Ethan Ezung
    • 3rd Place: Kimnunnem Thomsong
  • Grade 5 (B):
    • 1st Place: Avevi Zhimomi
    • 2nd Place: Azalimi P Achumi
    • 3rd Place: Anshika Dubey
  • Grade 6 A:
    • 1st Place: Hekhi Seb
    • 2nd Place: Zachungi Taochi Ezung
    • 3rd Place: Wadangkokba Ketholeto Yaden
  • Grade 6 B:
    • 1st Place: Kuputoli Ayemi
    • 2nd Place: Merangtong Jamir
    • 3rd Place: Rachika Sah
  • Grade 7:
    • 1st Place: Wolimi Awomi
    • 2nd Place: Md Zeedan Ahmed
    • 3rd Place: Sentimeren Andrew Jamir
  • Grade 8:
    • 1st Place: Kilika Sema
    • 2nd Place: Sahina Begum
    • 3rd Place:  Thanggunhao Thomsong
  • Grade 9:
    • 1st Place: Paahi Mech
    • 2nd Place: Kevisenuo Sekhose & Wojanbeni
    • 3rd Place:  Winnerson Ngouri

The Poetry Competition at Grace Academy proved to be an outstanding event, inspiring students to embrace poetry while building their confidence and refining their creative and communication skills. Beyond celebrating poetic artistry, the event fostered a sense of camaraderie and teamwork among both students and faculty. It reinforced the value of poetry in academic development while strengthening the bonds within our school community.