Blending Creativity, Wellness, and Environmental Responsibility — A Transformative 4-Day Camp for Community Engagement
From 3rd to 6th June 2025, the vibrant campus of KC Vishwakarma Public School, Harkesh Nagar, Okhla became a beacon of learning, creativity, and conscious living as it hosted the R2E: Recycling 2 Education Summer Camp under The Notebook Project: अपशिष्ट पुनः चक्रण से साकार, शिक्षा का उपहार. Organised by अथक प्रयास सतत विकास, this summer initiative was a unique fusion of art, awareness, wellness, and waste-to-wisdom action—fostering a lasting impact on both students and the community.
A Camp with Purpose and Creativity
The 4-day camp was designed to provide a holistic summer learning experience. The carefully curated activities nurtured emotional, mental, and physical well-being while building awareness around sustainability and education equity. Key activities included:
🎨 Art Therapy & Creativity: Students participated in Mandala Art, Poster Making, and Quilling, allowing them to express their inner thoughts through color and design.
🌿 Green Steps: Children learned simple daily habits for sustainable living, turning them into green warriors.
🧘 Yoga for Wellness: Yoga sessions promoted mindfulness and physical health.
🌍 World Environment Day Celebration (June 5): Marked with plantation activity and poster-making focused on environmental themes.
Health, Hygiene & Recycling Initiatives
♻️ Paper Scrap Collection Drive
Students brought paper scrap from their homes and participated in the R2E exchange model—receiving new notebooks and creative supplies in return.
Health & Hygiene Awareness
A dedicated session on menstrual health empowered young girls with information on maintaining a healthy cycle. Hygiene kits were distributed to support them further.
🎁 Participation Kits Distribution
Each student received a well-curated kit including notebooks, art supplies, stationery, mandala books, and potted plant.
🏅 Recognition & Appreciation
Students who actively participated throughout the 4-day workshop received certificates of appreciation along with the kit. Teachers and volunteers were also acknowledged and rewarded for their enthusiastic involvement and mentorship.
Impact on School & Community
The R2E Summer Camp extended far beyond fun activities. It inspired students to adopt sustainable habits, reduced screen dependency through creative engagement, and helped open dialogue around sensitive health topics. The inclusion of community members and teachers made this initiative a collaborative step toward zero-waste learning and social inclusion.
Conclusion
The R2E: Recycling 2 Education Summer Camp 2025 at KC Vishwakarma Public School exemplified how environmental education, wellness, and creativity can be woven into a cohesive and empowering experience. As the camp concluded, students carried home more than art and supplies—they carried the values of responsibility, expression, and mindful living.
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