• MLAs visit over 100 schools to interact with parents and teachers
• EM Bains thanks CM Mann, MLAs & Education dept officials for making Festival of Education a grand success
Chandigarh, March 30:
The Punjab Government’s Mega Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) concluded on a high note, with over 20.13 lakh parents actively participated in it across the state, said Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, while hailing the initiative as a major step toward fostering stronger ties between schools and families to enhance student learning.
“The massive success of the Mega PTM is a testament to the Punjab Government’s commitment to creating a collaborative and supportive learning environment for all students,” said Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains.
He highlighted the significant participation in the Mega PTM, noting that over 100 schools were visited by Cabinet Ministers/ MLAs, while, education department officials visited 5,849 schools. Over 1.23 lakh parents filled the feedback form.
By gathering regular feedback from parents, teachers, and students, the Punjab Government seeks to continuously improve educational standards across the state and empowers the students to reach their full potential, he added.
The EM S. Bains emphasised the initiative’s long-term benefits, stating that it will bridge the communication gap between parents and school teachers, fostering a better understanding of students’ academic performance and allowing for real-time addressing of concerns. He highlighted the improved transparency it brought to the education system, strengthening the bond between parents and teachers. The PTMs allow parents to regularly monitor their children’s progress and provide a platform for teachers to offer guidance and feedback. This interaction empowers parents to play a more active role in their children’s education and enables school authorities to identify areas for improvement.
The events were met with widespread appreciation from parents and teachers alike. Many parents expressed gratitude for the opportunity to engage with their children’s educators and to gain a better understanding of their academic journey. Teachers also welcomed the chance to connect with parents and to receive valuable feedback on their teaching practices, he added.
Terming the final Mega PTM of this academic session a historic day for the Department of School Education, S. Harjot Singh Bains said that he travelled from Mohali to Nangal to visit various schools. He witnessed overwhelming participation and enthusiasm from parents, teachers and students alike. He also appreciated the spirit of this educational movement.
The Education Minister also expressed his gratitude towards Punjab Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann and the incharge of AAP, Punjab Sh. Manish Sisodia, who visited SOE Dhuri, and all his Cabinet colleagues and the MLAs, Local Representatives and Officers for wholeheartedly participating in this Festival of Education.
