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AryaGlobal focuses on ‘Self-Care’ on Teachers’ Day

A unique Teachers’ Day celebration staged at Arya Gurukul, Ambernath, post pandemic, provided valuable inputs to teachers to
take care of their outward appearance and maintain overall physical well-being. The event was attended by over 200 members of
staff of Arya Gurukul Ambernath, Nandivali, St. Mary’s High School, Kalyan and Little Aryans Pre-K on September 5, 2022.

ing is much more than just
a profession and means
nurturing lives, building trust
and continuing to be lifelong
learners.
Mr. Bharat Malik,
Chaiman ETF, said, “The
Ms. Vaishnavi Shoor Dr. Leena Dhande most important stakeholders This program was organised by
Image Consultant Physiotherapist in our system are the the teachers and for the teachers.
children, parents and the guru. The Gurus are the ones who
eachers are the face of society and are role models for create a great impact on the minds of children and hence must
children, so they must pay special attention to the way work on themselves while focusing on the child.”
Tthey dress and conduct themselves. It’s important for He spoke of the motto of the school being ‘Happy Child
children to see their teachers dressed elegantly and appear Happy Nation’ and the role of teachers in creating a ‘Happy
confident so they can emulate the same,” said Ms. Vaishnavi Child’. He also paid homage to Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan,
Shoor, Image Consultant, in her address to teachers of the whose birthday is celebrated as Teachers’ Day countrywide.
AryaGlobal Group. AryaGlobal believes their teachers must be empowered
A talk by Dr. Leena Dhande, physiotherapist, emphasised and well equipped to shape future minds. Therefore, they
on maintaining good physical posture. Post-pandemic, many organise several programs throughout the year for the teachers
individuals have complained of posture-induced aches and such as Teacher Edurichment sessions, training programs,
pains, and teachers have been the most affected as a result skill development and competency building programs, Annual
of sitting for long hours often on uncomfortable chairs and Review and Planning Meets. This keeps the teachers encour-
maintaining poor posture. Dr.Dhande threw much-needed light aged and abreast with the latest in education.
on paying attention to ‘ergonomics’ and demonstrated some Currently, all teachers of the AryaGlobal Group are Mi-
simple exercises that they can practise during the day. crosoft Innovative Educator certified and experts in the use of
“To appear confident, one needs to pay attention to health technology while teaching.
and wellness. Maintaining a good posture not only gives an ap- The ones who shape the minds of the future, who provide
pearance of confidence but also ensures that one is away from important life lessons, and equip children with the knowledge
physical ailments”, said Dr. Dhande. Going forward, she has to lead a successful life definitely deserve to be appreciated.
assured that similar workshops can be conducted for parents Teacher’s Day is one such occasion. The AryaGlobal Group
and children. of Schools took this opportunity to express their appreciation
The special invitees at the event were Dr. Haripal Sonawat, for their teachers by putting together a special event for their
Former Scientist, TIFR; Dr. Reeta Sonawat, Former Dean teachers to enjoy a relaxed day filled with joy, laughter and self-
& HOD Human Development, SNDT Women’s University; care. The event ended with a scrumptious lunch served for the
Swamini Nishkalananda, Acharya Chinmaya Mission, Kalyan; teachers who enjoyed this day dedicated to them.
Mr. Bharat Malik, Chairman, Education Today Foundation;
Mr. Nilesh Rathor, Principal, Arya Gurukul Ambernath; Mrs.
Radhamani Iyer, Principal, Arya Gurukul Nandivali; Mrs. Divya
Borse, Principal, St. Mary’s High School and the Centre Heads
of Little Aryans Pre-K.
The Teachers’ Day event, organised by the teachers and
for the teachers. reflected a turning point in the history of the
schools, as teachers came together to celebrate this iconic day.
The heart-warming performances by the dance and music
departments created an aura of love and appreciation in the air.
A special skit portrayed the many aspects of a teacher’s life.
The Principals in their speeches expressed that teach-

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