Mr. Rustom Kerawalla Awarded for Contribution to the Education Sector

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Over the last 13 years, VIBGYOR Group of Schools has stayed committed to its focus on holistic development and learning which is not confined to a single sphere of interest, but encompasses multiple fields to empower students to shape the future and become global citizens. Through a myriad of national and international events, exposure to different methods of thinking, and innovative practices in learning, VIBGYOR has been providing education that’s not only of premium quality, but also accessible all over the country.

VIBGYOR’s journey towards educational excellence began with the vision and drive of the Founder-Chairman, Mr. Rustom Kerawalla. The inclusive learning experience present at VIBGYOR today arose from his dedication to coming up with an educational model that focuses on all the aspects which contribute to a child’s overall development, and not just conventional knowledge gaining. He led a team of experts to come up with a learning methodology which links various subjects together, and forms an interdisciplinary model of education. Through this approach, Mr. Kerawalla and his team gave focus to classroom curriculum integrated with technology and hands-on learning, sports and performing arts, various experiential programmes, with attention given to the inherent skill sets every student possesses.

But Mr. Kerawalla did not stop there. He began to realise that every parent looks for a school which offers more than just learning.  This led to the implementation of a safe and comfortable environment for the children to grow which included state-of-the-art security system with CCTV cameras and a screening process for visitors. The teachers playing the role of counselors for every child that requires help in any field, whether it’s related to their academics, or their personal and social life. He also placed importance on including facilities that would help children with learning disabilities or special needs, thereby expanding the focus of the school to make Quality Education accessible for all.

Through his dedication towards understanding every aspect that constitutes a reliable and constantly developing educational model, and with the contributions of parents, teachers, and students who realised the potential of the endeavour, VIBGYOR has now expanded into a chain of schools, all focused on innovative learning, and harnessing every student’s true potential.

These methodologies propagated by the VIBGYOR Founder Chairman were honoured at the 10th Edition Award Ceremony of Digital Learning – Elets World Education Summit, held at Le Meridien, New Delhi, when Mr. Rustom Kerawalla was recognised with the Edupreneur Award for his novel approach to education!

The World Education Summit is an influential platform which brings together decision makers, progressive thinkers, and experts from around the world who share a passion to bring about a change in education. The 10th Award Ceremony was held to highlight and commemorate the organisations and individuals who have propagated ingenious and sustainable models of learning in the education field.

Changing Role of Teachers in the 21st Century

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Teachers are nation builders and despite the breakneck speed of technological progress impacting today’s classrooms, their presence is of paramount importance to students.

The term facilitator is now becoming more prevalent, and why not? It goes hand in hand with the quantum of work and the job descriptions of teachers around the world. Long gone are the days of only books and chalk and talk methods. In modern schools one sees how, by using dynamic and exciting teaching methodologies, the learners are drawn into the world of self actualisation and realisation of their aims, aspirations, dreams, goals and hopes.
Collaboration, role play, data sharing, using the internet for research and reference, has become quite the norm. Experiential learning and a sense of connectivity through the net has taken the world of education by storm. Hence, the role of the facilitator extends, at times, to beyond the classroom. She/he is a leader, a mentor, a role model, a counsellor, a coach, a therapist, a seeker, a knowledge base, a disciplinarian, a data collector, a curriculum planner, an event manager and an entertainer among many more avatars.

In this context, I have always considered myself blessed to be surrounded by creative, experienced, innovative and fiercely committed teachers at VIBGYOR. The enthusiastic faculty at all the schools of the VIBGYOR Group are self motivated individuals who are passionate about doing their utmost for the students under their care. What excites and satisfies me is the undaunted spirit of learning that each one carries within herself/himself. The childlike curiosity to learn more and more so as to impart that learning to their students is what I appreciate wholeheartedly in my teachers.

The advent of newer means of communication has had a tremendous impact in the education sphere. Undoubtedly it makes things faster and easier. Nonetheless, it also increases the work at hand with the teaching staff shouldering more and more responsibilities. This, they do tirelessly and with keen interest. After all, teachers have always been the face of the schools for the most crucial stakeholders i.e. the students. Their interaction and rapport with their learners is their key to success.

Hats off to all the facilitators of the world who are striving relentlessly to bring about a change. Take a bow, you hardworking beacons of light, life and inspiration.

Happy Teachers’ Day!



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