Parents Associations against High Charges by Schools united

Fri, May 5, 2017 at 6:09 PM

Started media info campaign from a nationwide platform 

From New Delhi Press Club:

We had created a nationwide platform for all the activists working against the commercialization of the education back in February 2017. But in many states, the parents' associations have been actively working for the several years on these issues. We have studied all the aspects of this gigantic problem. Some have staged peaceful protests, some have filed cases before the courts and while pursuing our aim we have been getting tremendous support from the media also. Accordingly, we have decided to keep informing the media about the details of all such developments periodically i.e. various aspects of this gigantic problem, solutions we have in our mind and our actual field works either by way of launching protests and filing cases before courts.

Discussions at today’s press conference:

 A) Main aspects of the problems-

1) Anubha Sahai from IWPA said that there is no uniform law for education all over the nation. Some states like Maharashtra have comparatively effective law whereas states like Madhya Pradesh and Union Territory Chandigarh have no law to curb commercialization of education at all.

2)  Gurpreet Kaur from Chandigarh Parents Association said that though there are comparatively effective laws present in few states no implementation of such laws has been followed e.g. law to put behind the bar for 3 years for an offender collecting capitation fee exists since as back as 1988 in Maharashtra but it has not been implemented despite the fact that education department itself has mentioned in its hundreds of reports that many schools have collected illegal fees. Similarly, in the state of Punjab, the government and the administration have totally failed to implement refund orders from the schools which were decided by the Fee Regulatory Committee appointed by the Punjab & Haryana High Court. These refund orders are in corers of rupees. Even the schools continue to charge exorbitant amount in the form of annual charges, readmission charges, development fund, activity charge, computer charges, smart class charges and other charges.

3) Sunil Verma of Dwarka Parents Association said that most brutal method used by the schools is removing the child from the school for nonpayment of fees. All the incidents we have seen in past few months are those where schools have removed children for want of illegal payments only. Many schools resort to mental punishment to the students who are debarred from attending classes and are made to sit in the library whole day long.

4) Manoj Sharma of Haryana Abhibhavak Ekta Manch said that the schools force the children to purchase books & uniforms from some specified shops who sell these at much higher rates. The schools change the books frequently so that the previous books cannot be reused and schools & the shopkeepers make the huge profit.

5) Gautam Vohra from Faridabad Parents Association said that schools are not following mandatory requirements under RTE act e.g. submitting their audit reports every year under Form II which they fear would expose their actual profiteering.

B) Our strategy so far planned and implemented-

1) Nitin Goyal, president of Chandigarh Parents Association informed that we have created India Wide Parents Association, a nationwide platform to unite all the activists working against the commercialization of the education. We do provide legal and other assistance to any activists or parents approaching us from all over the nation. Recently we had staged protests at CBSE and met NCPCR representative who immediately took cognizance of our complaint and as soon as their orders of inquiries were passed schools immediately restored the admission of the expelled children. Some of our activists have worked at local levels also and have successfully restored the expelled students whereas incidents where errant schools have refused to restore the expelled students we are initiating legal proceedings as well as criminal and civil actions not only against the school authorities but against public authorities too who are deliberately neglecting to perform their statutorily binding duties.

2) Narender Munjal from Faridabad Parents Association said that we have also prepared legal drafts and same shall be filed before various courts and commissions all over the nation against illegal fee collections by the school authorities and also against the negligent public authorities. We will also pray to prosecute such negligent public authorities.

Swaroop Singh from Ludhiana all School Parents Association informed that “Today we met the members of NCPCR to discuss on pending issues since many months related to child harassment and corporal punishment and request them to resolve the pending disputes immediately. SCPCR across India has failed to perform their duties.”

Manjit Singh from Ludhiana said that we demand the central and state governments to review the minority status granted to these institutions after the enactment of RTE Act. To conduct a thorough enquiry to verify whether they are imparting education to minority children or not and to verify the records as to how many children from minority background are studying in these institutions and to cancel the minority status of these schools which are taking undue advantage of this status granted to these institutions and also take criminal action against these institutions which are targeting children They are misusing the  minority status to escape from their obligations under RTE and other laws. All provisions of RTE must be applicable to minority institutions.

Rajiv Sharma from Ludhiana In the past three months since the formation of IWPA we have been successful with few practical difficulties and are able to contribute for the society. We plan to spread this movement further and request your popular newspaper and news channel to publish/broadcast the same.

Capacity Building Workshop Held At DAV BRS Nagar

Innovation and creativity in all fields is must

Ludhiana: 31 May 2016: (Punjab Screen Bureau):

Dynamism is the key to excellence and DAV College Managing Committee, New Delhi is continuously striving hard to promote versatility amongst the teaching faculty so that they are successful in shaping the personalities of the students under their care as per the demands of the changing time.

Keeping the motto of providing best guidance to the nation builders a Two Day Capacity Building Workshop was held at DAV Public School, BRS Nagar, Ludhiana, where 90 teachers teaching Classes Pre-KG to II were the participants from DAV Institutions of Ludhiana zone. The resource persons were Mrs. Ravinder Chawla, Mrs. Sangeeta Mahendru, Mr. P.M. Philip (Principal Holy Angels School, Rajpura) and Mrs. Shubha Sood (Resource Consultant from Scholastic India in Punjab) delved deep into the child psychology to help the teachers plan their lessons to retain the interest of the taught and help them to be comfortable in their classes.

The resource persons stressed upon transacting the educational curriculum in a play-way method that promotes all round development of the children. Innovation and creativity in all fields is a must to make teaching learning process enjoyable so that tender children under their care love to come to school and the same was discussed during the brain storming session. Techniques for improvement of pronunciation and sharpening Emotional and Intelligency Quotient were also provided to the participants.

Stories not only impart values to the listeners but also sustain their interest in the classroom projects and add to the creativity quotient. Tips to narrate stories were well accepted were appreciated by all the participants because narration ultimately leads to good story writing. The hands-on workshop helped teachers have a detailed information about effective transaction of DAV curriculum in the junior Classes and its modes of assessment. The participants enjoyed the session to fullest and carried home the message of making teaching learning a fun based informative process.

Principal Mrs. J.K. Sidhu thanked the Resource Persons for providing valuable tips to the participants that will ensure better teacher-taught bonding and enable the students to come true to the expectations of the teachers.

‘Animal Protection Day’ by Nursery Kids at BCM

Fri, May 13, 2016 at 11:40 AM

Event to encourage students to care for animals

Ludhiana: 13 May 2016: (Punjab Screen Bureau):

The Nursery wing of BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School celebrated ‘Animal Protection Day’ to encourage students to care for animals and not to hurt animals.  Students brought different animal toys and they were asked to take full care of their companion animal the entire day. It was amazing to watch children of such tender age show concern for their companion.  The purpose of the activity was to develop a sense of responsibility and compassion in the students. A few students came dressed up as their favourite animal and shared the details of the animal with other students. Students also enjoyed watching the animated movie DUMBO.

Dr. Paramjit Kaur, the Principal said that it is important to infuse love and care for the fauna and flora in the students to save our Nature.

Dental check-up camp in collaboration with ‘Shiksha Uday’

Sat, Sep 19, 2015 at 2:53 PM

Brushing technique and other tips were given

Ludhiana: 19 September 2015: (Punjab Screen Bureau):

Oliver House, Preschool and Daycare, at Shaheed  Bhagat Singh Nagar, organised a Dental check-up camp in collaboration with charity ‘Shiksha Uday’ in school on Parents Teacher meeting. During the camp, children went through a complete Dental Check up. Important tips and precautionary measures for common Dental problems  were also recommended to the parents by the expert team of doctors Dr Amneet Guided parents about brushing technique and harmful effects of fluoride based toothpaste on the teeth of children

Oliver House Director, Priyanka Chawla, said ‘At Oliver House we promote physical development and nutrition in partnership with the parents.. The seeds of any good habits need to be sown from childhood. Oral health is no different. Care should be started even before the first tooth erupts

Oliver House, Preschool and Daycare, organised this camp to promote dental health among children and to create awareness among the parents offering practical tips and expert advice and tips on dental care of their child.

Tree Plantation By Preschoolers

Thu, Mar 19, 2015 at 1:50 PM

Students participated enthusiastically 

Ludhiana: 19 March 2015: (Punjab Screen Bureau): 

Tree plantation drive was carried out by Students of Oliver House, Preschool and Daycare, within their school premises. Students participated enthusiastically towards this good deed towards mother nature and mankind. Smiles ran on their faces as their small and tender hands dug scraps of ground to plant a sapling in the soil. Each child adopted a tree and pledged towards nurturing it.

This activity done in a playful manner was meant to be an important lesson for these young minds where they were taught the importance of plants, water and soil. This activity also contributed towards sensory exploration of colours and fragrances.

Oliver House Preschool, in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, is a Indian –British Venture for Early Years of Education, where the focus is on overall development of the child with learning goals set by UK’s EYFS (early years of foundation stage) system. Tree Plantation activity was planned under the ‘UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD’ area of Learning & Development .

Principal Sumeet Kaur, shared her views ‘Someday these young seeds, just like our young children, will grow into mature trees giving fruit, shelter and fresh air. They would stand against every odd and every season. They always give, always serve. They teach us a very meaningful lesson. So at Oliver House™,  we are committed to work on more programmes like this to initiate a widespread vision for the betterment of our environment and developing our children into responsible citizens of tomorrow.”

Oliver House also supports the “Nanhi chhaan” and “Beti Bachao, Beti Padao” movement started by government. Girl child is given special privileges in admission fees as well as tuition fees.

Free Coaching in Meritorious Students from March 10

Pb. Govt. taken solid steps for Higher Education 

Ludhiana: March 3, 2015:(Rector Kathuria//Punjab Screen):

The state government would now provide free coaching for higher education to all students studying in Schools for Meritorious Students from March 10 onwards. These students have already got admitted in these Schools after securing 80 percent marks in class 10th. Under this new programme, these students would be benefitted as the state government would impart them free coaching for higher education after class 12th.
        The students would be trained for institutes such as IIT, JEE-IIT, AIIMS, NIT, BITS Pilani, AFMC Pune, CA, Law, CLAT, besides other courses along with all medical and engineering institutes successfully running in the state.
        As per the recommendations of a committee named "Society for Promotion Quality Education for Poor and Meritorious Students of Punjab", which is formed by the Punjab government, tenders were floated. Tenders of two private coaching centres-namely "Aeon Educreators" for medical and non medical and "ABC Tutorials" for commerce have been approved. Both of these coaching centres have pan India presence and are a reputed name in this field.
        The Punjab government is presently running six Schools for Meritorious Students in the state and directions regarding the same have already been conveyed to the respective Deputy Commissioners in whose district these schools are running successfully.
        Deputy Commissioner Ludhiana Mr Rajat Agarwal informed that free coaching for competitive classes would be imparted to students studying in this school. He said that both "Aeon Educreators" and "ABC Tutorials" would impart coaching to students from 4 pm to 7pm daily from March 10 onwards.
        The DC informed that out of total 297 students, 56 students are from medical, 197 of non medical and 44 of commerce streams. The private coaching institutes would impart training till June 2015 and during this time, they would conduct atleast 500 sessions and 50 tests.
        He said that this decision has been taken so that the students can get admission in leading institutes of the country after completing their class twelfth (senior secondary).

        To make sure that the studies of students of School for Meritorious Students, Civil Lines, Ludhiana don't suffer, the school will now have uninterrupted power supply as it would now have a hotline connection, informed the DC.

Winner child will be awarded Rs 51,000/

Grand Finale on 15th June 2014

Ludhiana: (Punjab Screen Bureau):
Battle of Dance by Health and Creative Club attracting, preparing and presenting children with their art skill. Semifinal took place on 1st June and now all eyes on Grand Finale which is scheduled in Nehru Sidhant kendra on 15th June 2014. Semi final held under the dynamic leadership of Shanu Sharma.
First season was glorified by Deepak Raja-A famous standup comedian of silver screen. This season bunch of eminent people like Sudhama Menz (Assistant of Saroj Khan), Rak Kc (Choreographer of Punjabi Movie) and Shri Kant (Assistant of Master Remo) participated as judges of the show. Semi final judges were Miss Vibha (DAV School), Ruchi Kamboj (DAV School), Raj Kumar (BVM School), Mr. Hiten (Satpal Mittal school) and Mr. Sam(ryan International school).
Children from DAV public school, KVM public school, Samrock school and Ryan International school participated in the show. Winner will be awarded Rs 51,000/- in Grand Finale.

Grand Baby Show at Mother's Pride, Ludhiana

More than 200 babies participated      Sun, Dec 22, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Ludhiana: 22 December 2013: (Punjab Screen Bureu): 
A Grand Baby Show was organized at Mother’s Pride, Ludhiana on Sunday 22nd December, 2013.

A show that showcased baby’s most spell binding antics and qualities. Children were evaluated under different age groups i.e. 0 - 6 months, 7 - 12 months, 1 -2 years & 2-3years. Ramp walk was done by participants with their family members that turned their little heroes into megastars and superheroes. Family fashion show added a massive attraction. Be it a mesmerizing smile or a flittering expression in the eyes, there were several titles like Most Active Baby, Most Attractive Baby, Friendliest Baby, Most Sparkling Eyes & Sunniest Smile along with grand prizes. Titles & gifts were also given to parents like the Most Aware Parent & Best Dressed Family. Surprise gifts were given to all the participants. Title of ALL ROUND SUPER BABY was also given to the child securing the highest scores in all the categories.
The Baby Show received huge response from the premium segment of Ludhianvies as more than 200 babies participated in the show. Great energy can be seen in the participants, who surely had a fulfilled Sunday with lots of pomp and show. It was a moment of great celebration. Almost 70 participants received prizes in different age categories under different titles. The participants were evaluated not only on their cute quotient but also on the health and activeness by the renowned doctors of the city i.e. Dr. Rama Sofat, Dr. Anurag Jain, Dr. Sunaina & Dr. Deepak. Winners were given the title of Most Healthy Baby. 
It was not only a health educative session, but also provided abundant parenting knowledge to the parents. 
The Director of the School, Shobhan Soi told the parents about the importance of Parenting and Nurturing children in the right manner.
Grand Baby Show at Mother's Pride, Ludhiana

A Call for the Green Diwali

Mon, Oct 28, 2013 at 3:36 PM

Function held at a school of Ludhiana

Dr. Arun Mitra explaining the facts of healthy and happy Diwali

Ludhiana: 28 October 2013: (Rector Kathuria//Punjab Screen):In a function to create awareness about the  Dengue fever and promotion of healthy environment organized by the Nav Chetna Bal Bhalai Committee at  Channan Devi Memorial Govt. High School, Salem Tabri,  Dr Arun Mitra, ENT Surgeon and General Secretary of the Bharat Jan Gyan Vigyan Jatha (BJGVJ) informed the students about means to prevent themselves from Dengue fever. He asked them to wear full sleeve shirts and socks so as to prevent from mosquito bite. He also asked them to identify any source of mosquito breeding in their house or locality, use the mosquito repellents and mosquitocidal sprays and also mosquito nets. The event was organized under the instructions of Deputy Commissioner and guidance of the Civil Surgeon Ludhiana under the leadership of S. Sukhbir Singh Sekhon, President of the committee.

 Further he called upon the students to celebrate Diwali 2013 as Green Diwali. The crackers emit hazardous smoke which is detrimental to our health. More over there is already dense smoke around due to burning of paddy straw. Cracker’s smoke will add to the smoke density. Those suffering from chest diseases especially Asthma are at grave risk in such conditions. Nasal allergies increase causing stuffiness of the nose and other respiratory problems. He reminded of high density smoke throughout the state on 12^th October 1998 which caused serious health problems. Similarly London smog in 1950 killed 3500 people. Sound of cracker blast is some times as high as 120 Decibel which can cause even total deafness, elderly and the children are more vulnerable, he added.

Shri Sukhbir Singh President and Shri Jagjit Singh Maan  General Secretary of the committee said that their purpose is to spread awareness about different health problems and means to prevent them. We also create awareness against the child labour and protection of children’s rights. 

Others who addressed include Shri Manoj Kumar, BPEO-3 Sh.Bhushan Lal Khanna, BPEO Mangat-2  Mrs  Asha Rani and Mukesh Kumar, S. Paramjit Singh, S. Sukhvinder Singh , S. Gurpreet Singh and Sh.Kewal Singh.

“Mehfil-e- Bachpan” a cultural fiesta was celebrated

Wed, Sep 25, 2013 at 1:38 PM
Vaishaly Anand Sakle was the Chief Guest 
Spectacular Annual Show by B.C.M Arya Nursery students
Ludhiana: 25 September 2013: (Punjab Screen Bureau): “Mehfil-e- Bachpan” a cultural fiesta was celebrated with much fervour and excitement at B.C.M Arya Model Sr. Sec. School, Shastri Nagar, Ludhiana.The school wore a festive look and was illuminated with shining faces of Kindergarten students.  Mrs. Vaishaly Anand Sakle was the Chief Guest on the occasion. The excited tender minds were geared up for days of teamwork and participation. After the ceremonious lamp lighting, the show started with the choir presentation  followed by Principal’s address.With pulsating ambience, flashing lights and foot tapping music the very first presentation, the Bienvenue (welcome song) began with a difference. Jovial smiles and high spirits marked the programme which manifested tiny tots and its enthusiasm at its full flow.
On the occasion the students also presented  cultural items which added glitter  to the show. It was a delight to watch tiny tots dancing to the tunes of melodious music in ’Tapping Feet and ABCD…………… Anybody can dance’. In ‘Rig a jig jig’, the little ones in their colourful costumes swayed to the sound of music.
In another item ‘Maa Tujhe Salaam’ the tiny tots set ablaze the stage with their performance which rekindled the patriotic fervour in the minds of audience. In ‘Songs of Soul’, the tiny tots swayed to the soulful music of religious songs. In ‘ABCD any body can dance’ kids rocked.
Another Power packed performance ‘Masti Ki Pathshala’ truly set the venue rocking. ‘Lil wonders on the ramp’, was the star of the show wherein tiny tots attired in ethnic and modern outfits walked the ramp with confidence.Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest appreciated the sincere efforts of the school in bringing about overall development and wished them success in every walk of life.The Principal of the School Mrs. Paramjit Kaur highlighted the fact that modern education enveloping the  education in school not only supplemnts the learning process but also helps the kindergarteners to extensively acquaint themselves to a growing world ahead.
The magic in the air tuned into the chords of pulsating rhythmic hearts and bonds with ‘Rangila Rajasthan’ which transported the audience into folklore of Rajasthan.
Vote of thanks was proposed by Capt. V.K. Sayal, Manager of the school followed by National anthem.

Parenting Seminar held at Mother’s Pride

Each and every issue discussed in the seminar

Ludhiana: 8^th September 2013: (Punjab Screen Bureau):“Be the parent you always wanted to be"; this was the tag line for the Parenting Seminar held at Mother’s Pride, Ludhiana.

We all aspire for great relationship and great results for your children and to achieve that we are ready to go to any extent. Answering such queries & resolving any and every issue regarding parenting. The Parenting Seminar received a huge response from the parents of Mother’s Pride, Ludhiana.

The workshop was to empower the parents to inculcate the values they always wanted to have in their children like:

• Awareness - Differentiating between what do you want for your children and what you are currently doing
• Inculcating life skills
• Dealing with Boredom - Enjoy doing stuff that you think is boring but essential
• Have NO Fear of Failure – they are able to give themselves fully to every activity
• High level of self esteem
• Self reliance
• Living a life free from stress
• Fuel their creativity

And Dealing with Issues like;

• How do get your children to enjoy studies and fare well at school
• How do impart sex education to children
• How do leverage the technology to the advantage of child
• How to find time for your children in the current scenario of work pressure
• How to improve the eating habits of children
• How do develop truthful communication and trust with your children

 Being an interactive session, all the parents discussed their queries to the fullest & went back contended & resolved.

Director of Mother’s Pride, Mr. Shobhan Soi also addressed the parents regarding the importance of such parenting sessions & acknowledged all for their valuable time.

Parenting Seminar held at Mother's Pride