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New Indian Express
08-07-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Tamil Nadu out-of-school survey gearing up for August 1 start
CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu School Education Department (TNSED) has announced that this year's Out-of-School Children survey will be conducted from August 1, targeting children aged six to 18 who have either dropped out or never enrolled in school. In past years, the survey was typically conducted in May and June, ahead of school reopening, to facilitate the timely re-enrolment of children. 'This year, we have decided to conduct the survey in August, after the enrolment drive is completed, so that we can identify children who are still not attending school,' said a senior official overseeing the survey. During this year's survey, student details will be uploaded through the TNSED Administrator School mobile app. As per the circular issued for the survey, students will be classified into two main categories – to be admitted and to be verified. The first category will include children who are yet to be enrolled in school due to factors such as migration or family circumstances, while the second category will have details of children who have either passed away or migrated to another state or joined ITI or polytechnic courses.
Hans India
15-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
CM Stalin urges public support for ‘no school dropout' milestone
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Sunday praised the Tamil Nadu School Education Department and the teachers' community for playing a pivotal role in ensuring zero school dropouts across the state over the last four years. In a social media post, the Chief Minister described this achievement as a significant milestone in the state's educational journey and urged the public to join hands with the government to sustain this success. CM Stalin called on the public to proactively identify any children who may have dropped out of school in their localities. 'Educate them and make them understand that there is no greater wealth than education,' he said. Emphasising the importance of collective responsibility, he encouraged people to spread awareness about the state's inclusive educational schemes designed to bring every child back to school. The Chief Minister highlighted several key initiatives by the state government aimed at enhancing access to quality education. These include the Breakfast Scheme for school students, the introduction of Smart Classrooms, the Naan Mudhalvan skill development programme, and financial assistance schemes like Pudhumai Penn for girl students and Thamizh Pudhalvan for boys. 'These programmes ensure that no child is left behind and every student is supported to complete their education,' CM Stalin noted. In a separate post, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to women's welfare, particularly those serving in the police force. He recalled his earlier promise that women police personnel returning from maternity leave would be granted transfers to their preferred locations to help balance family and work responsibilities. As of June 3, a total of 209 women police officers have been transferred to locations of their choice, the CM said. 'The Dravidian Model government will continue to safeguard the interests and well-being of women who want to make a mark in life and succeed in their chosen fields,' he reiterated. With education and women's empowerment as central pillars of his Dravidian governance model, the Chief Minister has underlined the government's efforts to lead the way in inclusive growth and social equity.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
TN government mandates weekly reading themes and activities for Classes 1 to 8 in all state schools
CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu School Education Department has issued a Government Order (G.O.) to streamline the reading of non-academic books among students in Classes 1 to 8 across all government schools. The initiative also aims to enhance the effective use of school libraries, with a structured plan that spans the entire academic year. As per the new directive, students will receive books on a variety of weekly themes, including sports, animals, environment, science, the importance of education, and the uses of the Internet, among others. The reading schedule has been tailored to match the reading levels of each grade, ensuring accessibility and engagement for students across the primary and upper primary stages. In addition to reading, the G.O. outlines a comprehensive framework of activities such as storytelling sessions, speeches, and group discussions to deepen student engagement with the material. These sessions are expected to foster language development, critical thinking, and creativity. This initiative is part of a larger effort announced by the School Education Minister to promote reading proficiency in government schools through storytelling events, reading challenges, and theme-based reading weeks. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo To support this, the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) has been directed to develop appropriate reading material for each weekly theme. The Integrated Education Department will oversee the implementation of the programme at the school level. Officials from the Elementary Education Department stated that this move builds on the success of the 'Vasippu Iyakkam (Reading Movement)', which was scaled up last year to include all government schools in Tamil Nadu. Under that initiative, each classroom received more than 120 Tamil books curated for different reading levels. The latest directive refines the 'Vasippu Iyakkam' initiative by offering a clear and structured reading plan, which teachers can follow more easily and implement effectively. The Directorate of Elementary Education has meticulously prepared the academic schedule, aligning it with developmental reading levels of students from Classes 1 through 8. Education officials believe the initiative will help cultivate a reading culture among young learners, support holistic learning, and make better use of the extensive library resources already present in government schools. Is your child ready for the careers of tomorrow? Enroll now and take advantage of our early bird offer! Spaces are limited.
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Business Standard
06-06-2025
- General
- Business Standard
Bakrid school holiday 2025: Schools to remain shut in Kerala and Tamil Nadu
Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, will be celebrated across India on Saturday, June 7, 2025, marking one of the most significant Islamic festivals in the country. The day honours the unwavering faith of Prophet Ibrahim, who was willing to sacrifice his son as an act of devotion to God. Across India and in many parts of the world, the festival is observed with community prayers, the symbolic sacrifice of animals, and generous acts of charity. In line with the celebration, schools, colleges, government offices, banks, and several public institutions will remain closed in many states, especially in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where the date has been officially confirmed. School and college closures on Bakrid Most schools and colleges across the country are expected to be closed on Saturday, 7 June 2025, in observance of Bakrid. The holiday was confirmed based on local moon sightings. South Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu are also celebrating the festival on Saturday. It is also noteworthy to mention that the educational institutions will follow state notifications regarding closure on the festival. Kerala changes Bakrid holiday to 7 June The Kerala government has officially announced that Bakrid will be celebrated on Saturday, 7 June 2025. This change was made on Thursday, 5 June, after reports showed the festival would fall a day later than originally expected. Earlier, Friday, 6 June, was declared a public holiday. However, the government later reversed that decision. Friday was, therefore, a regular working day for government offices, schools, colleges, and public sector bodies. This adjustment was made to ensure the holiday matches the actual date of the celebration. No holiday in Tamil Nadu on 6 June There had been reports spreading online that schools, colleges, and government offices in Tamil Nadu would be closed on Friday, 6 June 2025. These false claims, generated by AI tools, were quickly dismissed by officials. The Tamil Nadu School Education Department has confirmed that all schools will stay open on Friday, 6 June. The state's official holiday for Eid al-Fitr is on Saturday, 7 June 2025, as listed in the 2024-25 government holiday calendar. While some states like Kerala and Telangana observe the holiday on 6 June, Tamil Nadu will mark the festival on 7 June.
Hans India
04-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
TN launches daily practice sessions for Class 10, Class 12 students in low performing schools
To improve pass percentages in Class 10 and 12 public examinations, the Tamil Nadu School Education Department has rolled out a new initiative to provide daily practice questions to students in government schools across Chennai. As part of the plan, students will be given one-mark and two-mark questions every day to help reinforce subject knowledge and develop exam readiness. Senior education department officials said a panel of top educators will prepare the questions, which will be distributed to schools for daily sessions. 'Headmasters and assistant headmasters have been tasked with ensuring that students engage with these practice questions regularly. The goal is to develop consistent study habits and improve familiarity with the syllabus,' said a senior official from the department. To complement this effort, monthly assessments will be conducted to identify 'slow learners'. Those students will then receive focused remedial training to help close learning gaps. In addition, the department will pay special attention to schools that recorded lower pass percentages in the most recent board exams. 'A block-wise analysis will be carried out to identify underperforming schools,' said Pugalendhi, a senior official involved in the initiative. 'Headmasters and assistant headmasters of such schools will receive counselling and guidance on how to improve student outcomes. These measures will be implemented with urgency over the next two to four months,' he said. The intervention follows disappointing performances by Chennai's government schools in this year's board results. The city ranked 37th in the SSLC (Class 10) examinations with a pass percentage of 82.84, and 35th in the Higher Secondary (Class XII) results with 87.86. However, the initiative has drawn criticism from educationists who warn against a purely marks-driven strategy. Prince Gajendra Babu, general secretary of the State Platform for Common School System, said the approach mimics the private school model without addressing deeper educational needs. 'Prioritising marks over meaningful learning sends the wrong message,' he said. 'Students should be encouraged to understand the purpose of education. Once that is achieved, improved results will naturally follow. The focus should first be on strengthening infrastructure and ensuring government schools offer facilities on par with private institutions,' he said. Despite the criticism, the government plans to aggressively pursue the strategy in the coming months to bridge academic gaps and raise overall learning standards in state-run schools.
