NAVED ALAM
BHOPAL: While many people stay indoors during the summer break to escape the scorching heat, Principal Rakesh Chandra Jain and a team of teachers from Government Sandipani School in Nishatpura are spending their holidays visiting students’ homes to strengthen school-parent engagement and support learning beyond the classroom.
Through the “Mission My School – My Child” initiative, teachers are building closer relationships with families, understanding students’ challenges and encouraging better academic performance.
Teachers Take Learning Beyond the Classroom
A five-member team regularly visits the homes of board examination students to understand their family circumstances, study habits and daily responsibilities. During each visit, teachers review holiday assignments, encourage regular attendance and guide students on effective study practices and responsible citizenship.
Principal Rakesh Chandra Jain launched the programme along with school coordinator and senior mathematics teacher Kanti Jain and public relations officer Gramsevak Upadhyay. They said the initiative has strengthened communication between the school and parents while helping teachers identify students’ educational needs more effectively.
The team visits five to seven students every day and has already met families in more than 80 households. School officials said the outreach effort has generated a positive response from both students and parents.
Personalised Support and Career Guidance
The school provides career counselling and personalised academic support. Teachers assess each student’s learning level and provide guidance based on individual needs and abilities.
English teacher Kiran Budhwani carries notebooks from high-performing students of previous academic years during the visits. She uses them to demonstrate effective study techniques and encourage students to continue practising written work during the holidays.
Vice-Principal Sunita Cholkar has also joined the outreach campaign. Kanti Jain said she visited more than 100 students’ homes during the summer break and gained valuable insights that will help teachers prepare more effective teaching plans.
Focus on Students Who Need Extra Attention
Upadhyay said the programme focuses on students who face academic challenges or maintain low attendance. The home visits help teachers understand their circumstances and provide timely support.
Priyanshi Sahu, a Class 10 student, said the visit motivated her to study harder and remain focused on her academic goals.
School officials said the initiative has already produced encouraging results. They believe the programme will further strengthen cooperation between teachers, students and parents while helping more children achieve academic success.
The school continues to expand the programme and remains committed to supporting students through regular engagement with families, personalised guidance and community-based learning initiatives.
