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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Schools caught in 3-language policy limbo, say experts
Representative Image MUMBAI: Even as state govt has once again put the three-language policy on hold as it conducts "wide-ranging consultations", experts said issues like shortage of teachers and pressure of formal education on children at a young age also need to be considered. They added that schools have been caught in limbo because of the policy paralysis from Mantralaya. Last week, state had rolled back its decision to make Hindi mandatory in primary school and allowed schools or parents to choose an alternative Indian language and said there will be a teacher for the opted language if at least 20 students in a class go for it. Madhav Suryavanshi of Shikshan Vikas Manch said though state may release a govt resolution mandating the teaching of three languages, it has "no capacity to implement it". "Textbooks haven't been printed in substantial numbers yet, and by the time they are distributed and reach students, how long will it be? Also, where will the teachers come from? In my own school, there are four teachers in place of six sanctioned posts. Even if we are able to find the teachers, they need to be trained." You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai On the instability emanating from Mantralaya, he said, "Govt is not able to hold a stance in any one direction." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Nhà container vận chuyển 2025 (Xem ngay) Shipping Container Homes Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Another contentious point in the policy was the teaching of three languages from Class 1. Shruti Panse, a linguist working with schoolchildren, said, "Until the pre-primary level, all education is informal. All studies say that only by the age of six should formal education start." School education process starts with listening, then basic communication, and then reading and writing. "Putting together in a singular year all these stages of education is a bad idea, as it puts pressure on children," she added. On govt's stand that it is easier for children to grasp languages at a younger age, she said, "I agree that it is easier, but it has to be informal. Children are already learning a foreign language with English formally, and adding another subject of formal education is too much for a child." Panse also noted that physical education and art classes have been reduced to make space for a third language. "Out-of-class activities have their own benefits and are a key part of a child's mental growth. Such a move will only reduce the joy a child has for education and school." Schools have been caught in a limbo because of a lack of clear govt communication. The vice-principal of a Marathi-medium school said, "We haven't made any changes to the curriculum or introduced a third language as we expect the policy to change. We are consulting with our trustees on further action."
Indian Express
13-05-2025
- General
- Indian Express
SSC results: Mumbai surpasses state with 95.84 pass percentage
Mumbai division with a pass percentage of 95.84 per cent was better than the state's overall pass percentage of 94.1 per cent in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Class 10 exam, results of which were declared by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) on Tuesday. Though only eight students achieved a perfect score of 100 per cent—the same as last year, there has been a notable increase in the number of high achievers. This year, 17,895 students from the Mumbai division scored 90 per cent and above, marking a significant rise from 13,430 students in the same bracket last year. Educators in the city credit this upward trend to early and focused academic preparation, often beginning as early as Class 8. Jaywant Kulkarni, a senior teacher at a Mumbai school, said, 'There's growing awareness among students and parents about competitive exams after Class 12. Many are opting for integrated coaching programmes from as early as Class 8. This early start has contributed to improved scores in the Class 10 board exams.' Madhav Suryawanshi, a senior teacher and coordinator at Shikshan Vikas Manch, a consortium of educators, echoed similar views. 'Schools are now promoting their competitive exam preparation programmes starting from as early as Class 7 in some cases. Since many of these exams are based on the CBSE curriculum, students preparing for them develop a stronger grasp of science and mathematics—subjects that help them to score well in the SSC exam.' Kulkarni also emphasized the growing role of digital learning. 'Students are increasingly turning to online resources and free tutorials to supplement their studies. These platforms allow them to learn at their own pace and strengthen their understanding of difficult concepts as it allows them to revise with a digitally present teacher for as many times as they want.' In total, 337,383 students from the Mumbai division—which includes Mumbai city, suburbs, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar—registered for the SSC exams. Of these, 335,509 appeared and 321,566 passed, achieving a division-wide pass rate of 95.84 per cent, ranking Mumbai third among the nine divisions under the Maharashtara State Board. Among the six regions within the Mumbai division—Mumbai City, Mumbai Suburbs 1 and 2, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar—Raigad stood out once again as the top performer, recording a pass percentage of 95.32 per cent. BMC-run civic schools A total of 14,966 students appeared from 247 secondary schools under the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. Of these, 13,907 students passed, resulting in an average pass percentage of 92.92 percent, showing a jump of considerable two percent in pass percentage compared to last year. While 89 schools have recorded 100 percent, a total of 118 students have scored above 90 percent, which is a significant jump from only 63 students last year. Akshara Baya Verma from Worli Sea Face Municipal Secondary School topped from the municipal schools with a score of 98.80 percent. Those who scored perfect 100 from Mumbai division Avanti Ketkar Avanti Ketkar from Vidya Niketan school Dombivli chose self-study over coaching to secure a perfect 100 per cent. 'Happy to be in this position—my parents are proud, and that means the most to me,' said Ketkar. A trained Kathak dancer, it was her excellence in this classical dance-from that earned her additional marks to get that perfect 100 per cent. Avanti now aims to clear NEET and pursue a career in medicine. Shreeya Gadekar Shreeya Gadekar, from Fr. Agnel Multipurpose School in Vashi, believes her journey was shaped by discipline and gratitude. 'I'm thankful to my school, teachers, and parents—they've been my biggest strength,' she said. Her success came from sticking to a well-planned study routine. 'Planning helped me finish my syllabus on time without stress,' she added. Passionate about the arts, Shreeya is a Bharatanatyam dancer who completed Visharad Pratham with distinction which helped her gain extra marks for the perfect 100 percent score. As she is now preparing for Visharad Purna, Shreeya plans to take admission to science stream for now before making any decision for higher education. Reuben Nazareth Nazareth Reuben, another student from Fr. Agnel Multipurpose School in Vashi, who has scored perfect 100 percent, calls it 'a dream come true.' A state-level athlete, he balanced studies and training with careful time management. 'My school was in the morning, and I had athletics practice in the afternoon. Prioritising quality over quantity helped me stay consistent,' he said. He now plans to pursue science and prepare for engineering entrance exams. Sanvi Thanekar Sanvi Thanekar from Saraswathi Education Society's High School in Thane's Panchpakhadi area has double the reason to celebrate—her stellar SSC result and her birthday falling on the same day. 'This is the best birthday gift ever,' said Sanvi. She credits her success to the constant support from her parents, teachers, and friends. Instead of rigid timetables, she focused on completing one topic a day.
