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The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
SSC toppers from government schools to feature in newspaper ads from next academic year
Minister for Human Resource Development (HRD) Nara Lokesh on Tuesday announced plans to feature the top-performing SSC students from government schools in newspaper advertisements starting from the next academic year. Speaking at 'Shining Stars', a programme organised to felicitate top-performing students in the SSC Public examinations, the Minister said this initiative aimed at celebrating the achievements of students in government institutions and inspire others to pursue excellence in education. He showered compliments on the achievers and called them the brand ambassadors of Andhra Pradesh's education system. 'Our goal is to transform government schools on a par with private institutions,' he said amidst applause. He also felicitated 47 top performers and each of them received a gift hamper containing nine inspirational books authored by nationally and internationally acclaimed persons. The students were also presented with shawls and medals. Mr. Lokesh said despite several challenges, the government was determined to move ahead with a firm commitment to bring reforms in the education sector. 'Your achievements today will rebuild public trust in government education,' he said. Education Secretary Kona Shasidhar said education was a powerful weapon to eradicate poverty. 'It is the key to solving complex social problems. The success of students from remote regions will inspire future batches. We hope to see future Sunita Williams, Sundar Pichais, and Abdul Kalams emerge from among you,' he said. Commissioner of School Education V. Vijay Rama Raju expressed hope that by next year, more government school students would receive the awards and felicitations. 'We'll complete the syllabus by December and provide special classes for under-performing students as part of the 100-day action plan,' he said. Samagra Shiksha State Project Director B. Srinivasa Rao, Assistant Project Director Srinivas Reddy and others were present.
New Indian Express
06-05-2025
- Science
- New Indian Express
Andhra HRD Minister Lokesh approves ‘Kalalaku Rekkalu' scheme for girls' education
VIJAYAWADA: Human Resource Development, IT, and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh on Monday approved the launch of the 'Kalalaku Rekkalu' scheme to support girls' higher education starting this year. He also suggested steps to improve academic outcomes and proposed honouring top performers of Class X as 'Shining Stars'. Furthermore, he directed officials to ensure smooth and transparent conduct of the mega District Selection Committee (DSC) examination, scheduled to begin on June 6. Chairing a high-level review meeting with officials from the School, Intermediate, and Higher Education Departments at his Undavalli residence, the HRD minister emphasised the need for strong technical arrangements, including well-equipped TCS iON centres and functioning DSC call centres. Lokesh clarified that TET qualifications would remain valid for DSC eligibility. Candidates can upload certificates online, with physical submission required only during verification. Lokesh directed officials to ensure a seamless process and responsive support systems.
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Hutchison Beach Elementary raises money for ‘Cuddles for Clefts'
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – A local school is raising money and awareness for children born with cleft palates and lips. 'We're raising money for kids to get stuffies,' student Nicole said. Cuddles for Clefts is a nonprofit organization that provides care packages for kids undergoing cleft-related surgeries. South Walton Fire District reports zero drownings in 2024 Each care package has a t-shirt or onesie that says, 'Every smile has a story.' There's also a teddy bear with a scar stitched matching the scar like the child, and the book, 'Shining Stars.' This is the third year Hutchison Beach Elementary is collecting 'coins for the cause'. 'I was born with cleft lip and palate. I've never had anything with scars: dolls, toys, nothing that looked like me. It means a lot to me because so many times people just kind of look at me and I can tell they want to ask a question, but they don't. So, I love teaching about differences in people. I'm going to match the winner of the whole school, whichever class has the most, I'm going to match that. Already we've raised $124. Last year the whole school raised $260,' Hutchison Beach Elementary teacher Chastity Adkins said. 'In our class, the orange house is winning,' student Jordan said. The initiative is a part of the school's 'Leader In Me' program. If you'd like to donate to Cuddles for Clefts, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
