Education
Gurukul The School Addresses New Education Policy and Curriculum Framework-2020
Gurukul The School of Ghaziabad hosted a thought-provoking event, the inaugural session of the ‘Think Series,’ on September 18th, 2023. The event aimed to delve into the intricacies of the New Education Policy and National Curriculum Framework 2020 and explore their relevance in contemporary times. Distinguished guests, education experts, students, and educators gathered to engage in insightful discussions.
Among the esteemed guests were Ms. Anita Karwal, former Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy at the Ministry of Education, Government of India; Mr. Rajneesh Kumar, Director of Capacity Building and Finance at the National e-Governance Division, Digital India Corporation; Ms. Rashi Sharma, Director of Samagra Shiksha, Nipun Bharat, Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India; Shri Ratnesh Kumar Jha, CEO – Asia Pacific, The Burlington Group of Companies; Sachin Vats, Director of Gurukul The School; and Principal Gaurav Bedi. Over 50 students from various reputed schools and more than 100 principals, parents, teachers, and students also participated.
The primary objective of the ‘Think Series’ was to provide a common platform for policymakers, principals, teachers, parents, and students to engage in a comprehensive dialogue about how the new education policy can contribute to the holistic development of the younger generation.
During the event, a noteworthy book titled ‘Power of Curiosity’ was unveiled. This book, a collaborative effort by eminent educationists Anita Karwal, Rajneesh Kumar, and Rashi Sharma, delves into innovative and non-traditional methods to make the learning process engaging and effective. It emphasizes that education should extend beyond the confines of the classroom.
The panel discussion addressed queries and concerns from parents, teachers, and students, with education experts providing valuable insights. Ms. Anita Karwal, a keynote speaker, underscored the significance of the New Education Policy and National Curriculum Framework-2020, commending the enthusiasm of Gurukul The School’s Director and Principal for organizing the ‘Think Series.’
The event at Gurukul The School served as a crucial platform for fostering meaningful conversations about the future of education, with a focus on the holistic growth of the next generation in India.