Empowering students with skills, knowledge, values
Education involves a right balance of academic and co-curricular activities. How is your institution providing this balance to students?
Our school provides a balanced curriculum with equal emphasis on academics and co-curricular activities. We offer various clubs, sports, and cultural programs, ensuring students develop holistically. Our technology initiatives include AI workshops and robotics labs where students learn programming and design principles. Regular assessments, coffee mornings with parents, Meet & Greet and other feedback programs help us maintain this balance.
What are the assessment practices used in your school?
We employ a comprehensive assessment system, including quizzes, projects, presentations, and exams. Our teachers use technology-enabled tools to track student progress, providing timely feedback and interventions. This approach helps identify areas of improvement and fosters a growth mindset. Students also showcase their learning through digital portfolios and e-book publishing projects that develop their digital literacy skills.
Sports and co-curricular activities for students
Our school offers a range of sports and co-curricular activities, including music, dance, art, and theatre. We encourage participation in inter-school competitions, promoting teamwork, discipline, and healthy competition. These activities help students develop essential life skills and build confidence. Our robotics club participates in national competition, allowing students to apply their STEM knowledge in practical challenges.
As the head of this institution, what is your vision and how are you making it a reality?
As the head of this institution, my vision is to create a nurturing environment where students can explore, discover, and achieve their full potential. We're making this a reality by investing in teacher training, infrastructure development, and community engagement, ensuring our students are equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world. Our innovation hub features AI learning stations and digital publishing tools that prepare students for emerging careers.
What measures has the school taken to help students cope with stress and to develop their EQ?
We prioritize student well-being through mindfulness programs, counseling services, and stress management workshops. Our teachers incorporate social-emotional learning into their lessons, promoting self-awareness, self-regulation, and healthy relationships. Additionally, we use specialized frameworks to help students recognize, understand, and manage their emotions, developing emotional intelligence and resilience. Our digital wellness curriculum teaches students healthy relationships with technology.
NEP 2020 has laid special emphasis on vocational skills and entrepreneurship. How is your school providing these two through the curriculum?
We integrate vocational skills and entrepreneurship education into the curriculum through project-based learning, workshops, and industry partnerships. Students participate in entrepreneurial fairs pitching innovative ideas and products, developing essential skills for the future job market. Our specialized tracks in AI development, robotics engineering, and digital publishing provide hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, preparing students for in-demand careers.
What is the motto of your school and how are students being trained to follow it?
Our motto, "Enabling Future Skills," reflects our commitment to empowering students with the skills, knowledge, and values necessary to succeed in an ever-evolving world. We achieve this by integrating 21st-century skills, such as critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, into our curriculum, and providing opportunities for students to develop their passions and interests. Our student-run e-book publishing platform and AI ethics forum exemplify how we prepare students to be responsible digital citizens and innovative thinkers.
Dr. Rahul Pratap Singh 'Acharypratap'
Ex. Principal of Aakaash Educational institution, Nalgonda, and TPS Kurukshetra
Current Administrator and French Educator Of Mother's Pride school Pataudi