Tag: Maharashtra Schools

Maharashtra schools embrace experiential learning Schools across Maharashtra are emerging as strong performers in delivering experiential learning opportunities, according to recent data from the national PARAKH (Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development) report 2024. The findings reveal widespread adoption of co-curricular and hands-on activities that support all-round development in students.As per the report, 99 percent of schools in the state conduct cultural activities, while 98 percent offer structured sports programs. Literary activities, such as school magazines and reading clubs, are present in 95 percent of schools. Science exhibitions and art activities are offered by 89 percent ... Read more

The Maharashtra Government on Monday declared summer vacation for students of classes 1-9 and 11 from 2 May to 12 June.  The schools are now slated to reopen on 13 June. On 28 March, the state education board had issued a GR that had directed schools to function full day on Saturdays instead of half-day and voluntarily on Sundays till 30 April.  Earlier, Harishchandra Gaikwad, president of the Pune District Principals’ Association had mentioned that instead of issuing a GR, the state education department should have advanced school opening dates to 7 or 8 June instead of June 15 for ... Read more