Anchoring Script for School Event
Opening & Welcome
Anchor 1 (A1):
(With enthusiasm)
"Good morning/afternoon/evening, ladies and gentlemen, respected principal, honorable chief
guest, esteemed teachers, and my dear friends! On behalf of [School Name], it is my privilege
to welcome you all to our much-awaited event, [Event Name]."
Anchor 2 (A2):
(Warm and inviting tone)
"Today is a day of celebration, a day of joy, and a day to cherish our achievements. This
event is not just a reflection of our hard work but also a tribute to the spirit of learning,
creativity, and growth that defines our school."
Introducing the Event Theme (if any)
A1:
"Our theme this year is [Theme Name], which celebrates [briefly explain theme, e.g., 'the
power of unity' or 'the journey of learning and excellence']."
A2:
"With this theme in mind, let us embark on an inspiring journey that showcases the talents
and dedication of our students and teachers."
Lighting of the Lamp
A1:
"To begin this auspicious occasion, we invite our honorable chief guest, respected principal,
and distinguished members of the staff to come forward for the traditional lighting of the
lamp—a symbol of wisdom, knowledge, and prosperity."
A2:
"Let us seek the blessings of the Almighty to guide us through this wonderful evening. May I
request everyone to stand for the Saraswati Vandana."
(Play background music or perform Saraswati Vandana)
Welcome Address
A1:
"Now, I would like to invite our respected principal, [Principal's Name], to formally welcome
our guests and share a few words of wisdom."
(Hand over the microphone to the principal)
Cultural Performances
A2:
"Thank you, ma'am/sir, for your inspiring words. And now, let’s dive into the heart of this
event—the performances that our talented students have been working tirelessly to perfect."
A1:
"To begin, we have a mesmerizing dance performance that celebrates [briefly describe dance
theme, e.g., 'the rich cultural heritage of India']. Please put your hands together for our
wonderful performers!"
(Announce performances one by one, using transitions between each act)
Examples of transitions:
"Wasn’t that an incredible performance? Let’s give them another round of applause!"
"Up next, we have a soulful musical performance by our school choir. Let’s welcome
them with a big round of applause!"
Special Guests/Chief Guest Speech
A2:
"Every great event becomes even more memorable with the presence of inspiring
personalities. Today, we are honored to have [Chief Guest's Name and Designation] with us."
A1:
"May I now invite our honorable chief guest to address the audience and share their valuable
insights."
(Hand over the microphone to the chief guest)
Prize Distribution
A1:
"Moving on, it’s time to recognize the incredible achievements of our students. The Prize
Distribution Ceremony is a moment of pride for all of us."
A2:
"We request [Principal's Name] and [Chief Guest’s Name] to kindly come forward and
present the awards."
(List the awards or categories as they are being distributed)
Concluding Performances
A2:
"As we near the end of this incredible evening, let’s end on a high note with a vibrant group
performance that will leave you all spellbound."
A1:
"Let’s give a huge round of applause for our talented students as they bring the stage to life
one last time!"
Vote of Thanks
A1:
"Every successful event is the result of teamwork, dedication, and hard work. I take this
opportunity to thank our honorable chief guest for gracing the occasion with their presence
and inspiring us with their words."
A2:
"Special thanks to our principal, teachers, staff, and, of course, the students and parents for
making this event a grand success. Your support and encouragement mean the world to us."
Closing
A1:
"As we conclude today’s celebration, let’s remember the beautiful moments we’ve shared
and look forward to many more such events in the future."
A2:
"On behalf of [School Name], we thank you all for being a wonderful audience. Have a great
evening ahead! Goodbye and take care!"
(Play upbeat background music as the event concludes.)
