Promoting Quality Education in Community Schools: Insights from Former Chief Minister Dormani Paudel
Encouraging Community Schools
Former Chief Minister of Bagmati Province, Dormani Paudel, emphasized the importance of supporting community schools to provide quality education. Speaking at the 56th foundation day celebration of Aadhunik Rastriya Secondary School in Hetauda-4, he highlighted the need to create an environment where students prefer public schools over private ones.
Aadhunik Rastriya Secondary School's Contributions
Paudel praised Aadhunik Rastriya Secondary School for its significant contributions to education in Makwanpur, noting its establishment as a top-tier institution. He emphasized that providing quality education in public schools could end the trend of parents paying large sums to send their children to private schools. "We should create an environment where students seek out schools, not the other way around," he said, advocating for the development of "Mega schools" to elevate the educational standards in Makwanpur.
Promoting Local Education and Employment
Paudel also discussed the importance of creating educational and job opportunities within the country to discourage the trend of students going abroad for education and employment. He stressed the need for collective efforts to change this mentality and promote local growth in education and health sectors.
Support from Educational Leaders
Dinanath Gautam, head of the district education coordination unit, acknowledged Aadhunik's excellence among community schools. Navin Sigdel, ward chairman of Hetauda sub-metropolitan ward no. 4, supported the idea of merging community schools to enhance the education sector and encouraged all teachers and employees to enroll their children in community schools.
Role of Aadhunik in Hetauda's Education
Dr. Yam Silwal, chief of Makwanpur Multiple Campus Hetauda, commended Aadhunik for its pivotal role in establishing Hetauda's reputation in education. He urged other public schools to learn from Aadhunik's successful educational activities to improve student quality.
Success Through Community Support
Deviram Lama, head of Hetauda Campus, noted that Aadhunik's success is a result of community support and collaboration. He emphasized the challenge of maintaining this success and achieving even greater heights.
Recognition and Achievements
The event honored students with top marks and retired teachers. Ramsagar Guragai, Principal of Aadhunik Rastriya Secondary School, shared the school's history, highlighting its establishment on Jestha 2, 2024, and its consistent top ranking in the district for two decades.
Historical Background and Current Status
Aadhunik Rastriya Secondary School, one of the oldest schools in the district, began operations in 2036 BS with SLC classes and expanded to Class 12 in 2067 BS. Mohammad Samim, chairman of the school's management committee, mentioned that the school also serves as a model science school, attracting students from both the district and Madhesh province. Currently, the school educates 2,768 students.
Conclusion
The insights shared by educational leaders at the foundation day event underscore the importance of community support, quality education, and local opportunities in strengthening public schools. The success of Aadhunik Rastriya Secondary School serves as an inspiring example for other institutions aiming to improve education standards and foster local development.
Makwanpur Hetauda