Coordination meet to revamp education scenario organized in Arunachal Pradesh

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ITANAGAR: A coordination meeting of all the teachers of Papum Pare (Rural) in Arunachal Pradesh was held at Doimukh, near here, on Saturday with the objective of revamping the education scenario of the district by discussing the challenges and exploring solutions. More than 400 teachers from across the district participated in the meeting. Teacher representatives from different blocks shared their perspectives on the current state of education and addressed concerns regarding the quality of education, including a lack of professionalism among teachers, inadequate infrastructure, a lack of basic seating and toilet facilities for students, a low teacher-student ratio, poor enrolments, and the rationalization of teachers. Suggestions were made to improve management, introduce separate teachers for pre-primary education, provide substitutes for maternity leaves, and install GPS in schools so that functional schools could be identified.

Addressing the meeting, Papum Pare DC Cheechung Chukhu said that teachers play an integral role in a student’s life by providing support, developing knowledge and skills, and cultivating curiosity and creativity. Therefore, they have to be approachable, accommodating, and dedicated in their teaching. He emphasised the importance of co-curricular activities for the all-round development of the students and added that he would ensure that they are implemented in all the schools in the district. The DC acknowledged the role of teachers as crucial in the lives of students and society and advised them to lead by example.

Taking note of a few irregular teachers whose performances have been far below target, he warned them of strict action if they did not mend ways. Papum Pare Deputy Director of School Education (DDSE) T T Tara called for discipline, sincerity, and determination among teachers. “Motivating the students to perform well in life is the duty of teachers,” he added. Rajiv Gandhi University professor Nakha Nabam Hina, while addressing the meeting, encouraged the teachers to keep learning to be mentally agile and respond effectively to the young students. He encouraged the teachers to be attentive to the needs of the students and focus on their personal growth rather than blaming others.

On this occasion, B. K. Mission School Midpu and Government Middle School Doimukh, were awarded for their exceptional academic performance. Commendation certificates were also awarded to three teachers in recognition of their services rendered in the field of education in the district.

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