Children’s Day in our school is always full
of excitement, but this year it felt even more special. The decorations were
colourful, everyone was smiling, and all the performances—from the little ones
to the seniors—filled the day with joy. It was a beautiful celebration of
childhood, fun, and learning. But for me, this Children’s Day became
unforgettable for a very different reason. It was the first time I, a boy from
Class 5, was chosen to deliver the Vote of Thanks in front of the whole school.
A week before the event, my class teacher, Mr. Aryan, called me after the
morning assembly and told me that he believed I could do it. He said I spoke
well and that he trusted me. Hearing that made me both excited and nervous, but
his confidence in me gave me courage. He handed me the script and promised that
he would help me prepare.
That whole week, I practised
everywhere—during break, at home, with my parents, and especially in front of
the mirror. I would stand straight, hold a paper in my hand, and repeat the
lines again and again until I could say them without looking. Every improvement
reminded me of my teacher’s motivating words, “You can do this,” and that made
me try even harder. When the big day arrived, I enjoyed watching the
performances, but deep inside, I was nervous. My hands felt cold, and I kept
whispering the lines to myself. When my name was finally announced, my heart
thumped loudly, and for a moment, I feared I might forget everything. Just
then, I felt a reassuring hand on my shoulder—it was Mr. Aryan. He quietly told
me, “You have worked hard. Just speak from your heart. I’m right here.” His
words calmed me instantly.
I walked up to the podium, took a deep
breath, and looked at the huge gathering of teachers and students. To my
surprise, the words flowed smoothly. Each line came out clearly, and I felt
myself growing more confident with every sentence. When I finished, the
applause echoed loudly in the hall. My classmates were cheering, and my teacher
was smiling proudly from the side. At that moment, I felt the joy of overcoming
fear and achieving something new. This Children’s Day taught me that hard work
pays off, believing in yourself matters, and a teacher’s trust can make all the
difference. It will always remain a day I will cherish forever.
