Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Wednesday called upon the schools and educational institutions to have a single aim: “Create unique individuals for future challenges”.
“The world is experiencing transformative changes driven by cutting-edge technologies and schools must focus on using new tools to aid creativity, curiosity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
He was speaking at the 40th Anniversary celebration of Lawrence Public School at Abhinav Theatre in Jammu.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor applauded the legacy, enduring values and efforts of Lawrence Public School to holistic learning and shaping modern leaders. He said the school carrying forward its core values has produced successful alumni, who are proudly serving the nation.
The Lieutenant Governor said the critical thinking and curiosity is the greatest strength of students. He urged the teachers and parents to allow students to study based on their interests, passions, and abilities to develop talent without pressure.
“Educational Institutions must pay special attention to four key aspects: Access, Equity, Quality, and Outcome. The dual goals for educators are to make students college-ready and future-ready and to familiarize them with continuously evolving skill sets, transforming them into 21st-century global citizens,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor stated that the introduction of Artificial Intelligence will revolutionize the classroom, enabling teachers to use data analysis to understand student abilities and provide better mentoring.
He said, the hybrid classroom model, leveraging digital platforms, will ensure technology-driven education is accessible to all.
“The role of teachers will shift from being mere information providers to mentors. Their core responsibility will be to instil necessary skills, creativity, and give children dreams and determination. This also includes introducing them to their traditions, language, values, love, compassion, non-violence, and brotherhood,” he further said.
On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor felicitated women achievers for their significant contributions across various fields.
Shri Satish Sharma, Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science & Technology, Information Technology, ARI & Trainings; Wg. Cdr MM Joshi (Retd.), Chairman, Lawrence Public School; Shri Manish Joshi, Managing Director; Ms Manya Joshi, Trustee; Ms Shivani Joshi, Principal of School, teachers, students and parents were present.
Ms. Devyani Rana, Member of Legislative Assembly, Nagrota; Ms. Priya Sethi, former Minister of State; Padma Shri Dr SP Varma, President, Gandhi Global Family, J&K; Lt Gen RK Sharma (Retd.), President, J&K Ex-Services League; heads of various institutions and senior officials also attended the celebrations.