Significant Improvement in SEE Exam Results 2080 in Community Schools Under Kathmandu Metropolitan City
Engineer Shailendra Jha of the Urban Planning Commission reported notable improvements in the SEE examination results for 2080. Among students from community schools in Kathmandu Metropolitan City, 545 students (13.77 percent) achieved a GPA of 3.61 to 4, a significant increase from the 150 students (3.83 percent) who reached this milestone last year. This reflects a 259 percent improvement year-over-year.
Overall Performance
- Exam Participation: This year, 3,959 students from 58 community schools took the exam, with 3,086 students (78 percent) passing. However, 873 students (22 percent) will need to retake the exam.
- Comparative Numbers: Last year saw 3,912 applicants.
Detailed GPA Breakdown
- GPA 3.60 to 3.21: 1,050 students (26.52 percent) scored within this range, up from 488 students (12.45 percent) last year, indicating a 113 percent increase.
- GPA 3.20 to 2.81: 1,080 students (27.28 percent) achieved this GPA, compared to 809 students (20.63 percent) last year, marking a 32 percent rise.
- GPA 2.80 to 2.41: This year, 395 students (9.98 percent) scored within this range, down from 982 students (25.04 percent) last year.
- GPA 2.40 to 2.01: Only 16 students (0.40 percent) fell into this GPA bracket, a significant decrease from 923 students (23.54 percent) last year.
GPA Below 2
- Below 2 GPA: 873 students (22.05 percent) scored below a GPA of 2, an increase from 569 students (14.52 percent) last year.
Top Performers from Vishwa Niketan
Four students from Vishwa Niketan Secondary School in Tripureshwar, Kathmandu, achieved a perfect GPA of 4, the highest among Nepal's community schools. Additionally, three students from Gyanodaya Secondary School in Bafal, two from Ratna Rajya Secondary School in Mid Baneshwor, and one from Tarun Secondary School in Balaju also achieved a GPA of 4. In total, 10 students from these four schools attained this top GPA.
Kathmandu Metropolitan City's Educational Initiatives
The remarkable results are attributed to the educational improvement program initiated by the Kathmandu Metropolitan City. Key efforts include:
- Special Classes: Tailored sessions in Mathematics, Science, and English were conducted for two to three months based on school needs.
- Remedial Classes: Grants were provided to schools to run remedial classes as requested.
- Expert Teachers: Capable human resources were essential for success, so expert teachers from Kathmandu University were engaged for learning improvement.
Innovative Learning Approaches
- Book-free Fridays: Emphasis was placed on co-curricular and extracurricular activities to foster multi-dimensional learning.
- Teacher College Program: This program, conducted in collaboration with Kathmandu University, focuses on enhancing teacher skills, developing innovative curricula, and implementing research-based action plans.
Holistic Educational Improvement
Jha highlighted that extracurricular and outdoor activities have contributed significantly to improved results, often more than traditional classroom activities. The program includes:
- Managerial Training: For principals.
- Subject-specific Training: For teachers.
- Basic Awareness Training: For overall development.
- Technological Integration: Skills for digital activities to strengthen educational practices.
- Pedagogical Improvement: Enhancing teaching methods.
- Exchange of Good Practices: Sharing successful teaching strategies.
- Support for Student Success: Initiatives to improve student outcomes and achievements.
Conclusion
The concerted efforts by Kathmandu Metropolitan City have led to substantial improvements in SEE examination results. These initiatives highlight the importance of a well-rounded educational approach, integrating traditional academics with innovative teaching methods and extracurricular activities to achieve outstanding student performance.
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