School assembly guide [22 July 2024]: Thought for the Day, news headlines and anchoring script

Stay updated with today’s national, international, and sports news headlines in English for your school assembly on July 22, 2024. Engage students on July 22nd with this assembly guide! It includes Thought for the Day, news headlines, sample school assembly script and anchoring script to make your assembly informative and interactive.

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New Delhi: School assemblies are a time to come together, not just as a school community, but as a generation with a shared responsibility for our world. It is a moment when we come together to affirm our school’s identity and aspirations, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose. More than just a daily ritual, the school assembly is a powerful platform for inspiring and motivating students. It helps build self-confidence, expands knowledge, sparks creativity, and enhances aesthetic appreciation among students. During these assemblies, we celebrate achievements, share important news, and learn about significant events happening around the world.

In this article, we will cover crucial headlines from national, international, and sports news, ensuring everyone is well-informed and prepared for 22nd July school assembly.

Thought for the Day in English

“The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” – Oprah Winfrey

School assembly news headlines

National news for school assembly

1. Ahead of the Parliament session, leaders of the JD(U), RJD, YSRCP, and BJD have demanded that the Centre grant special category status to Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha, respectively, at the all-party meeting.
2. Three people died, and others were injured following a landslide on the Kedarnath Dham trekking route in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district, according to officials.
3. India’s elderly population is expected to double by 2050, said UNFPA India chief Andrea Wojnar, stressing the need for more investment in healthcare, housing, and pensions, especially for older women who are more likely to live alone and face poverty.
4. Since the clashes between students and security forces began in Bangladesh, India has evacuated 978 nationals studying in various institutions there, according to Ministry of External Affairs officials.
5. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has dissolved the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee, days after the party’s poor performance in the state’s Lok Sabha and assembly polls.

International news for school assembly

1. The US Secret Service admitted to denying extra security to Trump, which led to an assassination attempt. The ex-president’s team had requested more agents and magnetometers at large public events he attended, as well as extra snipers for outdoor venues.
2. Barcelona will raise the tourist tax for stopover cruise passengers. In recent weeks, anti-tourism activists have staged protests in popular holiday destinations across Spain, such as Palma de Mallorca, Malaga, and the Canary Islands, arguing that visitors drive up housing costs and make it unaffordable for residents to live in city centers.
3. Pakistan has called out Germany after Afghan nationals attacked the Pakistani consulate in Frankfurt. The incident involved vandalism at the consulate on July 20 when Afghan nationals, given permission by German police to protest, gathered outside following the death of Pakistani Pashtun nationalist poet Gilaman Wazir in Islamabad.
4. Nepal’s newly appointed Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli is expected to win a vote of confidence in Parliament, nearly a week after he was sworn in to lead another coalition government in the Himalayan nation facing frequent power struggles.
5. Bangladesh’s Supreme Court dismissed a lower court order that had reinstated quotas and directed that 93% of government jobs will be open to candidates based on merit.

Sports news for school assembly

1. For the Champions Trophy 2025, former PCB chairman Khalid Mahmood expects revenue and profits to decline if India decides against coming to Pakistan. The BCCI is rumored to have proposed a hybrid structure similar to the previous Asia Cup.
2. Real Madrid will start their pre-season tour on July 31 against Italian club AC Milan. The current star signing, Kylian Mbappe, will likely join them, as the club has announced that they won’t allow their French players to participate in the Olympics to manage the workload.
3. India will kick off its Olympic campaign with the individual archery ranking rounds on July 25. A total of 117 athletes, 70 males and 47 females, are set to represent India at the Paris Olympics. Former South Africa fast bowler Morne Morkel is reportedly likely to become the next bowling coach of the Indian cricket team.
4. Indian legends and former world no. 1 in doubles Leander Paes and Vijay Amritraj made history on Saturday as the first Asian men inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
5. The US Secret Service admitted to denying extra security to Trump, which led to an assassination attempt. The ex-president’s team had requested more agents and magnetometers at large public events he attended, as well as extra snipers for outdoor venues.

Anchoring scripts for school assembly

1. “Good Morning Everyone!
   Respected Principal, Teachers, and Dear Students welcome to today’s assembly. I’m [Your Name], and I am thrilled to be your host for this morning. Let’s begin our day with the thought of the day.
   Today’s thought is: ‘The best way to predict the future is to create it.’ So, let’s embrace each moment with enthusiasm and make our future bright.
   Next, we will have the school anthem, followed by a few announcements. After that, we’ll hear a beautiful poem recited by [Student’s Name], and [Teacher’s Name] will address us with some inspiring words.
   Let’s begin the assembly with a warm and positive spirit. Over to you, [Name for the Anthem].
   Thank you, and let’s have a wonderful day ahead!”
2. “Good Morning Everyone!
   I’m [Your Name], and I’m excited to welcome you all to today’s assembly. It’s a new day and a new opportunity for us to learn and grow.
   To start, let’s reflect on today’s thought: ‘Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.’ Remember, joy in what you do will lead you to success.
   Following this, we have our school prayer and some important announcements. We also have [Student’s Name] here to share a motivational story, and [Teacher’s Name] will speak about our upcoming events.
   Let’s join together to make this assembly inspiring and engaging. [Name for the Prayer], the stage is yours!”
3. “Good Morning to Our School Family!
   I’m [Your Name], and I am honoured to lead today’s assembly. We have an exciting program lined up for you. Let’s start with our school’s anthem, which always fills us with pride and unity.
   Today’s thought is: ‘Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire.’ So, let’s ignite our passions and strive for excellence.
   We will also have a special performance by [Student’s Name] and a brief address from [Teacher’s Name] about our upcoming school activities.
   Let’s begin this day with positive energy and a readiness to embrace new challenges. [Name for the Anthem], please take it away!”

Use these news headlines to deliver in your 22 July school assembly and to inform and inspire your students about current events happening around the world. By exploring these headlines, we can transform the school assembly into an interactive experience.

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