ROLE OF NUTRITION IN GROWTH AND IMMUNITY (For Classes 6 -12) 2025-26
St. Michael’s School, Durgapur, recently organized a comprehensive program to educate students
about the importance of nutrients in growth and immunity. The initiative aimed to promote
healthy eating habits and raise awareness about the benefits of a balanced diet.
Pre-Nursery students learned to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy eating habits, while
nursery students explored the benefits of healthy eating. KG students discovered the advantages
of consuming fruits and vegetables, while students of classes 1 to 5 learned about healthy eating
habits, the importance of fruits as immunity shields and the Food Pyramid Model.
Students of classes 6 to 8 participated in a PowerPoint presentation made by Mrs. Sharmistha
Chatterjee (a teacher). They gained a comprehensive understanding of nutrition and healthy
eating habits. For classes 9 to 12, a group of five students from each class prepared slides for a
PowerPoint presentation, where the best presentation would be showcased and recognized.
The school received Sugar Boards from the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights
(NCPCR), New Delhi, to educate students about reducing sugar intake and promoting healthy
eating habits. The initiative created awareness among students about the daily intake of sugar
content and its impact on their health.
The Principal and the Vice-Principal attended the event and motivated the students with a few
words. They also made the session lively and interactive, besides giving their own inputs in this
context. On the whole the students enjoyed the session as well as learnt valuable lessons from it.
The program was a resounding success, educating students about the crucial role of nutrients in
growth and immunity. Students are now more aware of the need to reduce sugar intake and
promote healthy eating habits and adopting a healthier lifestyle. Only an aware and healthy youth
can ensure a prosperous future for the nation tomorrow.
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