Some places never really leave you; you simply find your way back to them. And that is exactly what happened at CMS Aliganj Campus II last weekend!

In a heartwarming first, the campus opened its doors to welcome over 90 alumni and former teachers back to the place where their stories began. From college students to young professionals, familiar faces came together to revisit old memories and rediscover the unmistakable feeling of being home.

There were warm embraces, bright smiles and happy conversations that picked up right where they had left off. For our alumni, meeting their beloved teachers, Ms Neelam Hira, Ms Bharti Tripathi, Ms Vandana Rajeev, Ms Saba Siddiqui, Ms Shipra Mishra, Ms Pinky Rastogi, Ms Namita and Mr Dominic Mendosa, was perhaps the most cherished part of the reunion.

The talented school band welcomed everyone with a celebratory melody, while the Student Council ensured that every guest felt right at home. Campus Alumni Coordinator Ms Alka, along with current teachers and students, warmly welcomed the alumni at the school gate.

Headmistress Mrs Rashmi Dwivedi extended a warm welcome to the guests, introducing the current campus team and sharing recent campus updates with the alumni. Head of Alumni Relations Mrs Shraddha Teli shared the vision and fond memories of our revered Founder, the late Dr Jagdish Gandhi. She introduced the CMS Alumni Relations Team at the Head Office and reminded the alumni that no matter where life takes them, they will always find a home at CMS.

The familiar English and Hindi school prayers, presented by the current students, brought back memories of morning assemblies and countless school days. Junior In-charge Ms Rashika Dixit and Ms Sonu Seth, one of the campus’s most senior teachers, shared several anecdotes and fond memories of the alumni’s school days.

And, of course, no reunion is complete without a little mischief! A lively game of ‘Never Have I Ever’ brought some long-forgotten school antics to light, with playful ‘Angel’ tiaras and ‘Prankster’ crowns adding to the fun. A nostalgic ‘Guess the Advertisement’ quiz, conducted by Ms Suhani, transported everyone straight back to the 90s and 2000s, bringing back memories of another era. The evening wrapped up with nostalgic CMS songs, coffee catch-ups, endless photo opportunities and cute commemorative CMS mugs for everyone to take home!

The get-together reminded us that while years may pass, friendships endure, teachers remain unforgettable, and the bond with our CMS family only grows stronger with time. Here’s to many more homecomings, shared stories and memories yet to be made!