Meghalaya Government honours 13 mentors on Teachers' Day

A REPORTER

SHILLONG: In recognition of the contribution of teachers towards shaping the future of the nation, the State Government on Monday celebrated the 60th State-level Teachers' Day in a function held at the Auditorium Hall, Meghalaya Bharat Scouts and Guides State Headquarters, Shillong.

L Rymbui, Meghalaya Education Minister, graced the occasion as chief guest. Addressing the gathering, L Rymbui lauded the dedication of the teaching community of the State, particularly during the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, where teachers played a tremendous role in reaching out to the students.

Adding that it was not easy for teachers in transforming from classroom teaching to online teaching, yet with their hard work they were able to overcome all these hardships in providing the best services to the students. Acknowledging that teachers face numerous other challenges such as pay disparity and untimely disbursement of salary, Rymbui reiterated the government's commitment and continuous effort in addressing these issues.

L. Rymbui also stressed the need for teachers to come up with various innovative methods for holistic development of the students.

During the day, State awards were conferred to 13 teachers. Awards for schools under Meghalaya School Improvement Programme were also awarded under three categories. The award for Implementation of School Improvement plan was given to Umroi Presbyterian Higher Secondary School, Ri Bhoi District, Garo Union Higher Secondary School, West Garo Hills District and Mawngap District Christian Multipurpose Higher Secondary School, East Khasi Hills District.

The award for Best Performance District Resource Groups (DRGs) was given to East Khasi Hills District, West Jaintia Hills District and West Garo Hills District. The award for Best Innovative Measures for Continuous Learning during the lockdown period was given to Alpha English HS School, Ri Bhoi District, St. Xavier's H.S School, West Garo Hills District and Holy Cross H.S School, Mawkynrew, East Khasi Hills District.

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