British School, Chandigarh: Friday seemed to be a day out for students as well as their mothers. Psychologist and career planner Rajshri Sarda was the chief guest on the occasion. The tiny tots sang songs and recited poems, including a French rhyme, in praise of their mothers. It was a turning back into time as mothers participated in activities like the marble game, backward counting and musical chairs. Prizes and trophies were given to the winners.

St Joseph’s Senior Secondary School, Sector 44: Various competitions were organised to celebrate Mother’s Day at the school. The tiny tots made special cards while students of Class I recited poems for their mothers. A drawing and creative writing competition was also organised for students of the primary section on the theme ‘Mothers — the greatest creation of God.’

Kundan International School: As a tribute to mothers, the staff and students of Kundan International School celebrated the day with fervour and enthusiasm. The programme started with a special Mother’s Day song by students. A skit titled ‘ I Love You Mamma’ was also staged. This was followed by a modelling show by mothers and a Best Out of Waste competition. Headmistress Divya Bhatia wished all mothers on the occasion.

St Vivekanand Millennium School, Pinjore: The students and staff of the school saluted the spirit of motherhood on Friday. Principal Usha Bali said mothers are embodiments of God as the almighty could not be present everywhere.

“It is mother who overcomes every hurdle in order to lessen the stress of her child. We salute the angels sent by God in the form of mothers,” she said.

An inter-class card making competition was also held to mark the occasion.

Shishu Niketan Public School, Panchkula: The mothers of students were invited to the school to come dressed in red according to the dress code. An interactive session was also held for the teachers and mothers who discussed ways to improve the diet of children and also other innovative ideas of teaching. A brief cultural programme was also organised along with a round of tambola.