CBSE holds workshop for principals on role of parenting for students’ well-being

During the workshop’s opening ceremony, Himanshu Gupta, Secretary, CBSE, highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in enhancing student well-being.

The CBSE chairperson Rahul Singh spoke about the evolving challenges faced by parents and the necessity for schools to take an active role in guiding families. He emphasised that parenting is a dynamic role with constantly evolving responsibilities and that effective parenting often benefits from the shared wisdom of different generations. He stressed the importance of instilling values that contribute to a child’s happiness.

Rohit Kumar, a personal growth facilitator, provided valuable insights into the mental and emotional needs of students, while Sonia Pillai, executive coach and interpersonal skill trainer, shared practical strategies for nurturing open dialogue between parents and their children.

Anuradha Joshi, Principal of Sardar Patel Vidyalaya, offered valuable strategies for supporting and maintaining the emotional needs of students. The workshop concluded with an engaging question and answer session, providing principals the opportunity to address specific challenges and share insights.

This workshop reinforced CBSE’s commitment to the holistic development of students by empowering school leaders with the knowledge and skills to support parents in creating a nurturing environment for student’s well-being in alignment with the goals envisaged in the National Education Policy 2020, the CBSE statement added.