Grace Academy celebrated World Poetry Day with great enthusiasm, providing students with a wonderful platform to express their creativity and love for poetry. A variety of competitions were organized for different classes, ensuring active participation across all age groups.

The celebration began with the Poetry Recitation Competition for Classes 1 and 2. The young learners recited poems with confidence, clarity, and expressive gestures, captivating the audience with their innocence and enthusiasm.

For Classes 3 and 4, an Acrostic Poem Competition was conducted. Students were given themes on the spot, which encouraged spontaneous thinking and creativity. They skillfully composed acrostic poems, demonstrating both imagination and a good command of language.

Classes 5, 6, and 7 participated in the Limerick Writing Competition. With themes given on the spot, students were challenged to think quickly and creatively. The participants presented humorous and rhythmic limericks, showcasing their understanding of the poetic form.

The highlight of the event was the Poetry Slam Competition for Classes 8 to 10. Unlike the other groups, these students were informed of their themes in advance, allowing them to prepare thoroughly. The themes included “A Letter to My Younger Self,” “The Future We Want,” and “Dreams.” The participants delivered powerful and expressive performances, reflecting deep thought, originality, and emotional intensity. Their presentations were both engaging and thought-provoking.

All competitions were judged based on creativity, presentation, language, and adherence to the format.  The winners of the competition from various classes are:

Class 1A

1st- Sanchothung Yanthan

2nd- Onenbenla Jamir

3rd- Ovungthung L. Yanthan

Class 1B

1st- Jubika Kiho

2nd- Jaydon Kamei

3rd- Aafreen Kung

Class 2A

1st- Henoka A. Swu

2nd- Zaira Imtiyaz and Amaira Yasmeen

3rd- Albert Lamgunmang Haokip

Class 2B

1st- Renthungo Chenithung Kithan

2nd- Choilee Etau and Lichet Longchar

3rd- Kerinye Himb

Class 3

1st- Keziah Kiho (3B)

2nd- Gabriel Arian Ward (3A)

3rd- Dinen Magh (3B)

Class 4

1st- Nipuka Sumi (4A)

2nd-Alino Sumi (4A)

3rd- Ilovino Sumi (4A)

Class 5

1st- Liyevi Sema (5B)

2nd- Limnyu Bongmai (5A)

3rd- Kebennye Khing (5B)

Class 6

1st- Abigail D. Sangma (6A)

2nd- Rushanthung Ethan Ezung (6A) and Kivinoka A Awomi (6A)

3rd- Kimnunnem Thomsong (6A) and Niputo Asumi (6B)

Class 7

1st- Nirja Bista (7B)

2nd- Zachungi Taochi Ezung (7A)

3rd- Taochiren Imsong (7B) and Akipito (7A)

Class 8

1st- Md. Zeedan Ahmed

2nd- Keneingulie Sekhose

3rd-  Kellika Zhimo and Fiza Praveen

Class 9 

1st- Kilika Sema

2nd- Hesahito P. Achumi

3rd-  Manshi Bista

Class 10

1st- Linoka Zhimomi

2nd- Winnerson Ngouri

3rd- Paahi Mech

The World Poetry Day celebration at Grace Academy was a resounding success, fostering creativity, confidence, and a deeper appreciation for poetry among students.