Bhagalpur PM SHRI School Students to Visit Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas for Academic Exposure
Bhagalpur: Students studying in PM SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) schools in Bhagalpur will soon get an opportunity to visit Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) as part of a special academic exposure programme. The initiative aims to familiarize students with high-quality educational environments, modern teaching methods, disciplined school culture, and innovative learning practices, encouraging them to strive for academic excellence.
The Education Department believes that exposing students to well-established educational institutions can significantly enhance their motivation and aspirations. By observing advanced classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and extracurricular facilities firsthand, students are expected to develop a stronger interest in learning and set higher academic goals for themselves.
Inspiring Academic Exposure
Under this initiative, selected students from PM SHRI schools across Bhagalpur will visit nearby Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas. During the visit, they will tour the campuses, interact with teachers and students, and observe the institutions' academic and co-curricular activities.
Students will gain insights into effective time management, disciplined study habits, classroom practices, and the role of technology in education. The programme is designed to encourage them to adopt similar learning approaches in their own schools.
Introduction to Modern Teaching Methods
During the educational tour, students will explore smart classrooms, science and computer laboratories, mathematics labs, language laboratories, digital libraries, sports facilities, and other modern educational resources.
Teachers will explain project-based learning, experiential education, collaborative learning techniques, and technology-enabled teaching methods. This practical exposure is expected to complement classroom learning and broaden students' understanding of contemporary education.
Encouraging Academic Excellence
The primary objective of the programme is to inspire students by exposing them to institutions known for their academic standards and overall development. Many students, particularly those from rural and semi-urban areas, do not often get the opportunity to experience such educational environments.
Education experts believe that observing successful schools firsthand can motivate students to improve their academic performance, develop clear educational goals, and become more committed to their studies.
Financial Assistance for Students
As part of the programme, each participating student will receive â‚ą20 to support minor expenses during the educational visit.
The Education Department has instructed schools to ensure that the visits are conducted in a well-organized, transparent, and safe manner, with student safety remaining the highest priority.
Teachers to Guide Students
Teachers accompanying the students will provide guidance throughout the visit and explain various academic activities. Interactive sessions may also be organized with teachers and students of Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, allowing participants to ask questions and gain valuable insights.
High-achieving students from the host schools may also share their study strategies, preparation methods, and personal experiences to inspire the visiting students.
Objectives of the PM SHRI Scheme
The PM SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) scheme, launched by the Government of India, aims to transform selected government schools into model institutions equipped with modern infrastructure and high-quality educational facilities.
The scheme focuses on smart classrooms, digital education, science laboratories, sports infrastructure, skill development, environmental awareness, inclusive education, and technology-driven learning, while emphasizing the overall development of students.
PM SHRI schools in Bhagalpur are also being upgraded in phases under the scheme to provide students with quality education comparable to leading institutions.
Building Confidence Among Students
Educationists believe that such academic exposure visits play a vital role in personality development. By experiencing the learning environment of reputed institutions, students become more confident and motivated to achieve their academic goals.
The programme may also introduce students to scholarship opportunities, competitive examinations, career options, and pathways to higher education, helping them make informed decisions about their future.
Raising Awareness Among Parents
The initiative is expected to have a positive impact beyond the students themselves. As participants share their experiences with their families, parents are likely to become more aware of the importance of quality education and may become more actively involved in supporting their children's academic progress.
Education Department Issues Guidelines
The Education Department has instructed school authorities to complete all preparations related to student selection, scheduling, transportation, and safety well in advance. Schools have also been directed to ensure equal opportunities for all eligible students and conduct the visits smoothly and efficiently.
A Significant Step Towards Quality Education
Education experts consider this initiative an important step toward improving the quality of education in government schools. By exposing students to modern educational practices and disciplined academic environments, the programme aims to inspire them to perform better in their studies and prepare more effectively for higher education and competitive examinations.
The academic visits to Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas are expected to provide PM SHRI school students in Bhagalpur with valuable learning experiences, strengthen their academic aspirations, and encourage them to adopt best practices in education. Officials hope that this initiative will instill greater confidence, motivation, and a passion for learning among students, ultimately contributing to improved educational outcomes.
