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The Hindu
01-08-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Shift in school vacation timings requires Kerala Education Rules' amendment
A shift in the academic year-end school vacations from April-May to June-July will require an amendment to the Kerala Education Rules (KER). According to Chapter 7 (1) of the KER, all schools will close for the summer vacation every year on the last working day of March and reopen on the first working day of June. Any shift in this schedule will have to be notified by the Director of General Education. A lasting change can be effected only through amendment to the KER. RTE Rules Significantly, Section 8 (4)(b) of the Kerala Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Rules, 2011, does say that the government should ensure minimum number of working days and instructional hours in an academic year as specified in the Schedule to the RTE Act by arranging the school vacations in such a manner that their duration does not exceed 45 days at a time. However, the possibility of the government taking any major decision in its last year in office is slim, say teachers' organisations. Education experts have raised the question as to why the summer vacations cannot be held in May-June if not April-May or even trimmed to 45 or even fewer days as in many other States if loss of working days is a concern. Schools in Delhi, for instance, follow the mid-May to June-end vacation schedule. Kendriya Vidyalayas Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas in the State that initially adhered to the May-June schedule followed nationally also shifted to April-May years ago. Parents of KV students in Palakkad had approached the Kerala State Human Rights Commission seeking rescheduling of the vacation as summer peaked in Kerala in the months of April and May. The government itself has issued orders banning classes during the peak of summer in the wake of directives from the Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, a teachers' organisation had pointed out. Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty did not go into how the academic calendar could be rearranged against the backdrop of public examinations and result publication, Plus One higher secondary admissions, and entrance examinations such as NEET, JEE, and CUET that are held in these months. Adverse monsoon The pro-Communist Party of India (CPI) All Kerala School Teachers' Union (AKSTU) says discussions should be held on the Minister's proposal since Kerala had been experiencing the adverse effects of monsoon rains in the recent past. However, it should be ensured that the prospects of students who head out of the State after Class XII are not affected. A rethink on the public examination schedule would also be required. The Aided Higher Secondary Teachers' Association (AHSTA) says the rising summer temperatures and water scarcity make it impractical to conduct classes in schools during April-May. As the proposed schedule change will also create difficulties for students appearing for national entrance examinations and taking admission to institutions in other States, discussions with teachers and experts should be held on the matter before going forward with it.
United News of India
30-07-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Lok Sabha: SP raises issue of school closures in UP
New Delhi, July 30 (UNI) The issue of school closures and mergers in Uttar Pradesh due to low student enrollment was raised by the Samajwadi Party members in the Lok Sabha today. Raising the issue during Zero Hour, Samajwadi Party members Naresh Chandra Uttam Patel, Neeraj Maurya and Dharmendra Yadav urged the central government to intervene, saying that such measures would have serious social consequences. Naresh Chandra Uttam Patel called the policy as "discriminatory", saying, "This so-called merger policy is against Dalits, the poor, and girls.' He said that the closure of schools could lead to an increase in child labour and other grave issues affecting vulnerable communities. Patel further alleged, "While schools were being shut down, liquor shops were being opened in large numbers across the state, reflecting the administration's misplaced priorities". Echoing Patel's concerns, MPs Neeraj Maurya and Dharmendra Yadav asserted that the education system in Uttar Pradesh had collapsed under the current government. Maurya demanded the establishment of more Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas to ensure quality education reaches all sections of society. The MPs called on the central government to take immediate and serious action to address the issue, emphasising the need to protect the Right to Education, particularly for marginalised Vishal Prakashbapu Patil raised the issue of grape farmers in Maharashtra. Patil alleged that raisins were being illegally imported from China which were badly affecting the Indian farmers. He urged the government to check these illegal imports. UNI RBE RKM
Time of India
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Sports play vital role in holistic devpt of students: ZP CEO
Mandya: Sports play a vital role in enhancing both the mental and physical well-being of students. Therefore, participating in sports along with academics is essential for holistic development, said KR Nandini, CEO of zilla panchayat. She was speaking after inaugurating the 7th Regional-Level Rope Skipping Tournament organised by the Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti at Shivaragudda in Mandya on Tuesday. She said, "Numerous individuals have built commendable lives by excelling in sports. Sports instil a spirit of healthy competition and teach students to accept both victory and defeat with grace." Encouraging students to set clear goals and work with dedication, she added, "With consistent effort and disciplined practice, students can rise to prominent positions in society and serve as role models for others. " On the impact of Navodaya schools, Nandini said, "Navodaya Vidyalayas foster values like discipline, punctuality, and a thirst for knowledge. They also provide exposure to modern educational tools and technology." "Many alumni of Navodaya schools are now serving in esteemed positions across the country," she noted. She further added that Navodaya students actively take part in competitive examinations and encouraged them to leverage their talents to shape a bright future. "I too was actively involved in sports during my student days. Believe in your talent and build your future on its foundation," she said.
Indian Express
19-06-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Education Ministry recommends 7 states to adopt common board for Classes 10th, 12th as analysis flags poor outcomes
The Ministry of Education has recommended seven states to adopt a common board for classes 10 and 12 after an analysis by the School Education Department flagged that these states accounted for 66 per cent of student failures last year, officials said. The seven states are Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Kerala, Manipur, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal. There are a total of 66 school examination boards in the country, including three national-level boards and 63 state-level boards (54 regular and 12 open boards), while the top 33 boards cover 97 per cent of students, the remaining 33 boards cover just 3 per cent of students. 'Common board for class 10 and 12 is the way forward for ease of schooling. Not having a common board leads to poor academic outcomes. We have recommended these states to adopt a common board,' School Education Secretary Sanjay Kumar said. A total of 22.17 lakh students failed Class 10, and 20.16 lakh failed Class 12 across the country in 2024. While the numbers have improved over the decade, officials say they remain a significant barrier to better retention and transition to higher education. 'Role of National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) in these states became important to engage the unsuccessful students in education. NIOS's present prominence around Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana (where there are least failure rates), needs to be expanded to other states. 'Standardisation of assessment process, curriculums, paper setting, elevation (to the next class), exam span also needs attention of Boards,' Kumar said. The analysis pointed out that open school boards performed poorly, with only 54 per cent of Class 10 and 57 percent of Class 12 students passing. 'Institutions like NIOS must step up efforts to prevent dropouts, supported by the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan and increased parental engagement,' Kumar said. A major trend noted is that girls are outperforming boys across most boards, especially in science. More than 28 lakh girls passed in science, overtaking the 27.2 lakh in arts — a reversal of earlier trends and a rise from 23.3 lakh in 2022. The analysis flagged significant differences among students' performance in different mediums of instruction. Students taking exams in Odia and Malayalam mediums did significantly better than peers writing in Kannada, Telugu or Assamese, highlighting regional disparities. States like Kerala, Odisha and Manipur, which have integrated board systems, recorded pass rates above 97 per cent, with Kerala at 99.96 per cent. The analysis report also noted strong performances from Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs), where 72 per cent of the students cleared NEET-UG. Students from Kendriya and Navodaya Vidyalayas also fared well in engineering entrance tests. The NVs are fully residential, co-educational schools providing quality modern education from Class VI to XII to talented children, predominantly from rural areas.
Time of India
19-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
22 lakh students failed class 10 in 2024, Centre pushes for board standardisation in 7 states
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Education has recommended seven states to adopt a common board for classes 10 and 12 after an analysis by the School Education Department flagged that these states accounted for 66 per cent of student failures last year, officials said. The seven states are Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Kerala, Manipur, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal. There are a total of 66 school examination boards in the country, including three national-level boards and 63 state-level boards (54 regular and 12 open boards), While the top 33 boards cover 97 per cent of students, the remaining 33 boards cover just 3 per cent of students. "Common board for class 10 and 12 is the way forward for ease of schooling. Not having a common board leads to poor academic outcomes. We have recommended these states to adopt a common board," School Education Secretary Sanjay Kumar said. A total of 22.17 lakh students failed Class 10, and 20.16 lakh failed Class 12 across the country in 2024. While the numbers have improved over the decade, officials say they remain a significant barrier to better retention and transition to higher education. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo "Role of National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) in these states became important to engage the unsuccessful students in education. NIOS's present prominence around Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana (where there are least failure rates), needs to be expanded to other states. "Standardisation of assessment process, curriculums, paper setting, elevation (to the next class), exam span also needs attention of Boards," Kumar said. The analysis pointed out that open school boards performed poorly, with only 54 per cent of Class 10 and 57 percent of Class 12 students passing. "Institutions like NIOS must step up efforts to prevent dropouts, supported by the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan and increased parental engagement," Kumar said. A major trend noted is that girls are outperforming boys across most boards, especially in science. More than 28 lakh girls passed in science, overtaking the 27.2 lakh in arts - a reversal of earlier trends and a rise from 23.3 lakh in 2022. The analysis flagged significant differences among students' performance in different mediums of instruction. Students taking exams in Odia and Malayalam mediums did significantly better than peers writing in Kannada, Telugu or Assamese, highlighting regional disparities. States like Kerala, Odisha and Manipur, which have integrated board systems, recorded pass rates above 97 per cent, with Kerala at 99.96 per cent. The analysis report also noted strong performances from Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs), where 72 per cent of the students cleared NEET-UG. Students from Kendriya and Navodaya Vidyalayas also fared well in engineering entrance tests. The NVs are fully residential, co-educational schools providing quality modern education from Class VI to XII to talented children, predominantly from rural areas. Is your child ready for the careers of tomorrow? Enroll now and take advantage of our early bird offer! Spaces are limited.
