Govt. Sec. School, Damthang

*🎂 Happy Birthday Wishes + Heartfelt Thanks 🎂*

Today was a very special day at *Damthang Sec. School* as our sweet *Chemela Sherpa from Class II* celebrated her birthday 🥳

On this joyful occasion, *Chemela's parents* made the day even more memorable by arranging a delicious *Diwa Bhoj for the entire DSS family* - all students, teachers and staff.

Along with that, they also distributed *sweets to all the children*, bringing big smiles to everyone's faces. Seeing the happiness of the kids was the best gift of all ❤️

*From the entire DSS Family*, we wish Chemela a very *Happy Birthday!* 🙏
May God bless you with good health, long life and lots of success. Study well and make your school and parents proud, dear Chemila.

And a *big THANK YOU to Chemila's Mom & Dad* 🙏
Thank you for sharing your daughter's happiness with our whole school family. Your kindness and generosity have made the DSS bond even stronger.

We truly appreciate your warm gesture.

*Happy Birthday Chemela*

World Environment Day pledge

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Damthang Sec. School successfully organized the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" plantation drive. It wasn’t just about planting saplings - the pledge and group photo made the day memorable. The message was clear: as these saplings grow big, the values of the students will also grow big.

Green School Teacher
Nagen Pradhan

House Activity
Date: 05/06/2026
Theme: WALL MAGAZINE COMPETETION.
Topic: CHOOSE LIFE, NOT ADDICTION.
Each house will be provided the corner to decorate.
1. Main Notice Board was divided in two halves.
2. ⁠Stairs Notice Board.
3. ⁠Stairs side wall.
One each House Master, is requested to come in the office for the selection of your side.
Result:
1st Mainam house
2nd Dzongri house
3rd Tendong house
4th Pandim house

Damthang Sec. School - World No To***co Day 2026 Report*
*Topic: "Say No to To***co, Say Yes to Life"*

*Activity Report: World No To***co Day Celebration*
*School:* DSS
*Date:* 2 June 2026, Monday
*Event:* World No To***co Day - WHO
*Theme 2026:* _Protecting Children from To***co Industry Interference_

*1. Objective*
1. To give students information about the harms of to***co
2. To make them understand the bad effects of addiction like smoking, gutkha, khaini
3. To spread the "No To***co" message to every home

*2. Event Details*

*A. Morning Assembly - Awareness Speech*
Students from Class IX and VII gave speeches:
- 1 cigarette reduces life by 5.5 minutes
- To***co causes cancer, breathing problems, and black teeth
- "To***co companies target children - we must say 'No'"

*B. Poster + Slogan Competition*
Class VII and IX made posters on chart paper on "No To***co" topic.
*Top 3 Slogans:*
1. _"Quit to***co, add a healthy life"_
2. _"Smoke disappears, dreams wither"_
3. _"If you want to see mother’s smile, quit to***co"_

*C. Pledge*
All students and teachers took a pledge:
_"I pledge from today that I will never use to***co myself, and I will help others also stay away from this addiction. A healthy and green life is my goal."_

*3. Participation*
- *Students:*40 students from Class IX + VII
- *Teachers:* Coordination by Health + Science teachers

*4. Learning / Outcome*
3. Students took responsibility to explain to fathers/grandfathers at home if they use khaini

*5. Conclusion*
World No To***co Day was celebrated successfully at DSS. Posters, pledge, and human chain gave the message of a "To***co free generation". This day taught students - "Healthy lungs, healthy future".

Report on Cleanliness Drive Organized by Damthang Sec. School Eco Club

Date: [29-05-2026]
Venue: Damthang Sec. School Premises and Nearby Park

1. Introduction
The DSS Eco Club organized a cleanliness drive with the aim of promoting hygiene, environmental awareness, and sustainable living among students and staff. The event focused on cleaning the school surroundings and nearby public areas while also encouraging organic farming practices.

2. Participation
The drive witnessed active participation from both students and teachers. Around [50+] members of the DSS Eco Club, along with faculty members, joined hands to make the event successful. The collective effort reflected strong teamwork and a shared commitment towards a cleaner environment.

3. Activities Conducted

1. School Surroundings Cleaning:
Volunteers cleaned classrooms, corridors, the playground, and the main school compound. Litter such as plastic wrappers, bottles, and dry leaves was collected and properly disposed of in dustbins.

2. Park Cleaning:
The team extended the drive to the nearby public park. Participants removed plastic waste, weeds, and other debris, making the park cleaner and safer for community use.

Eco Club Teacher
Nagen Pradhan

On 28th May, 2026:World Menstrual Hygiene Day was observed at Govt. Secondary School Damthang.During the morning assembly Mrs Dawa Doma Bhutia (Health and Wellness Ambassador)delivered a speech highlighting the significance of World Menstrual Hygiene Day, theme ,it’s objectives along with the information on the Bahini Scheme launched by the Government of Sikkim.Gudwin Rai of class X also spoke on the importance of breaking menstrual Stigma and taboos and promoting a period - friendly environment .Sanitary Pad received from Samagra Siksha Abhiyan under inclusive education were distributed among the students

Mass Rally organised by DSS Eco Club on Water and energy ...!!