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Indian Express
23-06-2025
- Science
- Indian Express
Nearly shut down in 2021, Pune ZP school among 4 shortlisted from India for World's Best School Prize 2025
A Zilla Parishad (ZP) school in Pune district's Jalindarnagar village has been shortlisted among global finalists for the World's Best School Prize 2025 in the category of Community Collaboration in education. Three other Indian schools – one each from Karnataka, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh – have also been shortlisted under various categories for the award organised by UK-based international education platform T4 Education. The ZP school in Pune's Khed taluka was on the brink of closure in 2021 with just three to four students on its rolls. The school has since undergone a major transformation under the leadership of President's award-winning teacher Dattatray Ware, who was transferred here the same year. Today, it serves 120 students in classes 1 to 8, supported by just two full-time teachers, and stands as an example of how community engagement can redefine effective school education with limited resources. Talking about this journey, Ware said, 'The real change began when the villagers came forward. Many even donated their land to expand school infrastructure. We are running a skill-based education programme in 22 trades with help from villagers, many of whom are working professionals in varied sectors and volunteer as educators for classes related to their trade.' 'This is a ZP school run by the government but our motto is to not wait until the government provides. The school, with help from villagers, is proactive in obtaining facilities or creating the resources required for our students.' The school has established academic partnerships with institutions like Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) and Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), introducing students to the science and technology sector. Exposure to foreign languages and advanced mathematics skills are also part of the curriculum. Among the school's innovative approaches is the 'Vishay Mitra' (subject friend) initiative. This is a peer-learning model, where senior students mentor juniors, helping clarify doubts in a comfortable, student-led setting. 'Sometimes children hesitate to ask questions to teachers or in front of the entire class. With small group settings led by a friend from a senior class, they open up easily,' Ware explained. The World's Best School Prize is an initiative launched in response to the COVID-19 crisis, and aims to spotlight schools that are creating meaningful changes in classrooms and on the outside. Voting to choose the best schools will take place till July 9 and this year's winners will be announced in October.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Pune ZP school makes it to global top-10 list
Pune: A zilla parishad school — at Jalindernagar in Khed taluka of Pune district — has earned global recognition by getting shortlisted in the top-10 schools worldwide for the prestigious "World's Best School Prize" competition. The school was recognized by T4 Education, an international organization that highlights innovative and impactful schools globally. Competing in the "Community Collaboration" category, the school is now preparing for the final stage. Headmaster Dattaray Ware on Wednesday said the winner will be decided through public voting, with a top prize of Rs1 crore. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as the school, once facing closure owing to low enrolment, transformed itself through robust community participation and collective efforts. It stands as the sole Indian school, and notably a govt-run Marathi medium institution, to be selected among thousands of schools internationally. Speaking at a press conference, Ware expressed pride and gratitude. "This achievement was never about winning a prize. Our aim was to prove that govt schools can provide world-class education when the community works together," he said. The school competed in the "Community Collaboration" category and is now preparing for the final stage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More Undo "This recognition has boosted the confidence of teachers in the govt school system. We now need public support to help our school win the top position globally," Ware added. Students, teachers, and villagers celebrated with joy at the school campus after they came to know about the announcement made during a global live event earlier in the day.
Miami Herald
30-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
New to The Street Proudly Presents: IMG Academy to Be Featured in Original Special Broadcast on Bloomberg Television
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