Earthquake Safety Orientation Conducted at RAI School, Maligaun, Kathmandu
On July 3, 2025, Earthquake Safety Solutions (ESS) conducted a full-day orientation on earthquake risk reduction and preparedness for students at RAI School, Maligaun, Kathmandu. The program was designed to address the safety needs and understanding levels of different age groups, from Grade 1 to Grade 10, through interactive and age-appropriate sessions.
The orientation sessions were structured as follows:
Grades 1 and 2 (182 students): Young learners were engaged with storytelling, cartoons, and animated videos that introduced the concept of earthquakes and safe behaviors before, during, and after an earthquake.
Grade 3 (106 students): The session combined fun activities and demonstrations to help students understand earthquake safety in a practical and memorable way.
Grade 4 (97 students): A transition-level session that focused on recognizing potential hazards and learning simple preparedness actions.
Grade 5 (105 students): This session emphasized the basic science of earthquakes and introduced non-structural safety tips for home and school environments using visuals and examples.
Grade 6 (94 students): Students participated in interactive discussions and explored real-life scenarios to understand the effects of earthquakes and the importance of readiness.
Grades 7 and 8 (146 students): These sessions delved into the causes and consequences of earthquakes, with students learning about practical risk mitigation strategies and personal preparedness plans.
Grades 9 and 10 (100 students): The final session of the day offered a comprehensive overview of earthquake risk management and preparedness strategies. Students were encouraged to take training and receive First Aid certification.
A total of 830 students participated in the orientation sessions throughout the day. Teachers from each class also joined the sessions to help reinforce key messages on earthquake safety in regular classroom learning.
Through such comprehensive, age-appropriate programs, ESS continues its mission to nurture a generation that is aware, prepared, and empowered to act safely during emergencies.
