Revamp at Kerala govt. schools
Some of the schools in Thiruvananthapuram strived to rise above the uninspiring image of typical government schools and are today proud examples of how state-run schools can step up to provide quality education.
The Manacaud Government LP School is a perfect example. The school has overcome nagging issues with a constructive makeover of its infrastructure. This is part of the 'Padanodyanam' (garden school) project joining hands with the city corporation and the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), for the implementation of a child friendly campus with colorfully painted classrooms, gardens, and facilities including reading rooms and home theatres.
While the project could not have been a success without proper planning and vision, the funds granted by the SSA facilitated the execution in terms of the renovation of the school premises. Time-bound utilization of funds with proper planning is important for proper functioning of schools. Government schools were losing steam with the number of new admissions dropping each year. But with determined efforts, the Manacaud school authorities have reversed the trend, and are now finding it tough to admit children to the school due to lack of vacancies. (Read more)
Other schools in the city like Model LP School are also making efforts to stay competitive. Even though the rate of admissions had dropped alarmingly amidst emerging private schools impacting student strength, the school is getting a grip on the situation and is optimistic of the future. The headmaster of the school told TOI that teachers are dedicated and they can certainly deliver like any other private school if given more financial support. (Read complete story)
If government schools at secondary and higher secondary levels also work with such dedication and determination, making affordable quality education accessible to all sections of the society, it can make a huge difference to uplift education standards in our country.
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