Saturday, January 27, 2024

Apna Skool Documentary is released on YouTube on the occasion of Vijaya Didi's birthday and Republic Day.

 Founder of #apnaskool Vijaya Ramachandran You inspire us all with your devotion and affection for those most underprivileged in our society, the migrant brickkiln workers and their children, as well as your vision to ensure that these children have access to mainstream education and for the Apna Skool team to work selflessly for them. Wishing you health, happiness, and lightness throughout your life.

Apna Skool Documentary is released on YouTube on the occasion of Vijaya Didi's birthday and Republic Day.

Hindustan News Paper (26/01/2024)


 

Thursday, January 25, 2024

Princeton Foundation National Fellowship for Peace and Learning 2023-2024 में हेमा मांझी का चयन

 बहुत ही गर्व की बात है की Apna Skool की छात्रा हेमा मांझी ( Hema Manjhi) जो ईट-भट्ठे पर काम करने वाले प्रवासी परिवार की एक बच्ची है उसने इस वर्ष अगस्त में Princeton Foundation National Fellowship for Peace and Learning (https://pfplus.org/) 2023-2024 के लिए अप्लाई किया था । जिसमे हेमा ने ऑनलाइन लिखित परीक्षा दी ,उसमें उसने परीक्षा पास की। ये परीक्षा आल इंडिया स्तर (Only underprivileged girls are eligible for the Princeton Foundation National Fellowship for Peace and Learning All India Level Examination Fellowship) की थी ।और उसके बाद एक इंटरव्यू भी हुआ। उसको भी उसने सफलता पूर्वक उत्तीर्ण किया।हेमा का Princeton Foundation National Fellowship for Peace and Learning 2023-2024 में चयन हो गया है। इसमें इन्हे परास्नातक की पढाई के लिए पूरा खर्चा #Princetonfoundation देगी और Princeton Foundation के माध्यम से इंटरनशिप भी कर सकेंगी। आज हेमा के माता -पिता के साथ -साथ उनके गांव तेलारी( नवादा ,बिहार) के लोग भी अपने आपको बहुत ही गौरवान्वित महसूस कर रहे है। हेमा अपने परिवार की फर्स्ट जनरेशन लर्नर है। इसके पहले इनके परिवार का कोई भी सदस्य स्कूल नहीं गया है। हेमा अपने गांव के मांझी समुदाय में पहली सफल बेटी है।

(PS : The Princeton Foundation for Peace and Learning is a global organization underpinned with the belief that, “World is One Family”) इसका मुख्यालय USA में है।
हेमा के माता-पिता कारी देवी (मां) और बिरजू (पिता) अपने पूरे परिवार के साथ यूपी के कानपुर के ईंट भट्टों में काम करने के लिए साल में आठ महीने के लिए बिहार से लगभग 20 वर्षों से पलायन करते आ रहे हैं। हेमा के दो भाई और एक बहन है , वे परिवार में कुल छह सदस्य हैं, और उनकी प्रवासी जीवनशैली के कारण, किसी भी बच्चे का औपचारिक स्कूल में नामांकन नहीं हुआ था ।
हेमा ने अपनी कक्षा 1 से 5 तक की पढ़ाई इट भट्ठों पर जागृति बाल विकास द्वारा संचालित अनौपचारिक शिक्षण केंद्र "अपना स्कूल" में की, और उसके आगे की अभी तक पढाई (B A.) भी Apna Skool के सहयोग से ही कर रही है।और स्कूल में रहते हुए उन्हें विशेष रूप से कहानियों की किताबें पढ़ने में मज़ा आता था। उसे खो-खो खेलना पसंद है और वह दोस्तों के साथ झूले पर खेलने का आनंद लेती थी। उसने साफ-सुथरा और सावधानीपूर्वक रहना सीख लिया है। वह बड़ी होकर टीचर बनना चाहती है और कई बच्चों को पढ़ाना चाहती है। वह घर के कामों में अपनी मां की मदद करती है। वह पड़ोसियों और बुजुर्गों की सहायता करना पसंद करती है। फिलहाल वह बीए अंतिम वर्ष की पढ़ाई के लिए कॉलेज जा रही हैं। और इसके साथ -साथ समय मिलने पर ईट- भट्ठों पर अपना स्कूल के माध्यम से बच्चों को पढ़ाती भी है और वापस जब 4 महीने के लिए भट्ठे में काम बंद हो जाता है जब हेमा बिहार वापस अपने गांव जाती है तब वहां अपने गांव के बच्चों को अपना स्कूल के सहयोग से सरकारी स्कूल में ले जाकर पढ़ाती है। हेमा को देखकर दूसरी लड़कियों को भी शिक्षित होने और आगे बढ़ने की प्रेरणा मिलती है|
वर्तमान में हेमा का परिवार चौबेपुर क्षेत्र के कालरा -3 इट भट्ठे पर काम करने के लिए आया है।


Video Show ( Awareness Programme ) DAY-1 (08/01/24)

Timing 5: 30 PM to 7:30 PM
Brick Kiln Name: Samrat Brick Field
Workers meeting
Number of workers and children.
1. Men workers number -30
2. women workers numbers -35
3. Children numbers -35
Total present workers -65
After that, the following videos were shown to all the labourers and children in the video show.
1. On family planning
2. On the importance of children's education
3. Story of Ekta Pur (Story of Ram Rahim)
4. Meena's story
5. Gender Discrimination
6. Cleanliness
-Shukla Bhaiya explained to all the workers at the end of the video that they should not drink alcohol and to save as much money as possible and deposit it safely in their bank accounts. After that, Shukla Bhaiya explained to all the labourers that they all take a minimum or less loan from the contractor when they return to their villages. To develop the habit of going to school regularly, send all your children to a government school when you go back to the village.
-Sangeeta Verma and Raksha Bajpai told the workers about family planning and the benefits of having fewer children. Family planning can have positive economic effects. Households with fewer dependents may have more resources to invest in education, housing, and other essential needs, thereby contributing to poverty reduction and economic growth.
- Praduman Bhai explained to all the labourers that we must teach children and that education is a weapon to change children's lives. Additionally, Praduman said that we should pay special attention to children's cleanliness. It is necessary to send all children to school regularly so that they can study.
- After this, Praduman Bhai and Mukesh explained to all the labourers that whenever they go to the kiln or village, they all should get all their documents prepared and keep all the documents of their children whenever they come to work in any kiln. If yes, could you bring the documents with you? Like Aadhar Cards, Ration Cards, Bank Passbooks
- After this Mukesh told the workers about gender discrimination Gender discrimination involves treating someone unfairly or unequally based on their gender, often leading to disadvantages for one gender such as unequal pay for the same work based on gender and limited access to education, employment, or promotions based on gender.
Presented Apna Skool member for the Video Show
-Laxmikant Shukla Ji , Sangeeta Verma, Mukesh, Raksha Bajpai, Praduman, Sanjiv Bhai, Kripya bhaiya, Pankaj , Ashok.
















Monday, January 15, 2024

Two-day teachers' training workshop (5th and 6th of January 2024)

 The Apna Skool team organized a two-day teachers' training workshop (5th and 6th of January 2024) in which an #iitkanpurKanpur Professor, Physics Department (Adhip Agrawal) gave the training to the Apna Skool team on the subject of the #scienceexperiment, and The aim of teacher training is to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to be effective in their roles as instructors, mentors, and facilitators of learning. Teacher training programs have several key objectives, including:

#professionaldevelopmentDevelopment: To enhance teachers' professional knowledge and skills, keeping them abreast of the latest educational research, teaching methodologies, and technological advancements.
#pedagogicalSkills: To develop effective teaching strategies that cater to diverse learning styles, abilities, and backgrounds of students.
#subjectmatterexperts Expertise: To ensure that teachers have a deep understanding of the content they are teaching, staying current with developments in their respective fields.
#classroommanagementManagement: To provide strategies for creating and maintaining a positive and conducive learning environment, managing student behavior, and fostering a sense of community in the classroom.
#AssessmentandEvaluation: To enable teachers to design and implement fair and effective assessments, as well as interpret and use assessment results to inform instruction.
#IntegrationofTechnology: To incorporate technology into teaching practices, enhancing the learning experience and preparing students for the digital age.
#Culturalcompetence: To promote an understanding of cultural diversity and equip teachers with the skills to create an inclusive and respectful learning environment for all students.
#continuousimprovementmprovement: To instill a mindset of lifelong learning and continuous improvement, encouraging teachers to reflect on their practice and seek opportunities for professional growth.
#Collaborationandcommunication: To develop effective communication and collaboration skills, both with students and with colleagues, parents, and the broader community.
#Ethicalandprofessional Conduct: To promote ethical behavior and professionalism in the teaching profession, including maintaining confidentiality, respecting student rights, and upholding a high standard of integrity.
#Overall, teacher training aims to empower educators to be competent, reflective, and adaptable professionals who can contribute positively to the educational experiences and outcomes of their students.




Monday, January 1, 2024

Wishing you a very Happy New Year 2024 !

Wishing you a very Happy New Year on behalf of the children of "APNA SKOOL" as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new! Happy New Year! May it be filled with laughter, pure happiness, and moments filled with joy. We wish you the opportunity to embrace new opportunities, overcome challenges, and accomplish the goals that matter most to you. Thank you for being a part of APNA SKOOL, and we look forward to sharing many more wonderful moments with you in the year ahead.

Best wishes for a bright and promising 2024!

Thanks with regards
Apna Skool children and Team