The ET TECH X K12 Educators Conference 2024, Powered by Brainfeed, has reached its successful culmination on January 31st in Gurugram, Haryana. Esteemed educational leaders, educators, and experts in the school educational landscape participated in this one-day conference, shedding light on the theme “Teaching, Learning, and Leadership.”
Building on the triumph of a highly successful conference in Hyderabad in December 2023, ET TECH X, Powered by BRAINFEED, India’s largest and most widely attended educational conference, has now concluded its successful edition in Gurugram, Haryana! This National Conference served as a nexus for the finest minds, institutions, and organizations in the education sector, providing a unified platform to comprehend the swiftly evolving educational landscape and derive actionable insights to tackle challenges.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDEES
Mr. Anoop Singh Solanki, Chairman of Vikas Bharati Public School, Rohini, Delhi
Ms. Manorma Arora, Director (Academic) at Tagore Schools in Faridabad and Palwal
The inaugural ceremony commenced with the traditional Jyoti Prajwalana and a warm welcome note, setting the stage for an enriching day ahead. Mr. Raja Aijaz Ali, IPS (Retd.), Ex-Inspector General of Police, Jammu & Kashmir and Mr. G N Var, President, Private School Association, Jammu & Kashmir graced the event as esteemed Guests of Honour. Adding a touch of cultural flair, students from GEMS International School, Gurugram, captivated the audience with a vibrant traditional dance performance. A significant highlight of this educational extravaganza was the conferral of the prestigious Brainfeed Lifetime Achievement Awards. This distinguished recognition was bestowed upon Mr. Anoop Singh Solanki, Chairman of Vikas Bharati Public School, Rohini, Delhi, and Ms. Manorma Arora, Director (Academic) at Tagore Schools in Faridabad and Palwal. Their outstanding contributions to the education sector were acknowledged with admiration and applause.
EDU LEADER AWARDEES
Mrs. Promini Chopra, Principal of Seth M. R. Jaipuria School in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow
Mr. Sandeep Mittal, Director, Alpine Public School Khurja, U.P
Ms. Prachi Grover, Chairperson of Vidya Bharati School in Rohini, Delhi
Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi receiving on behalf of Ms. Alka Kapur, Principal.
Evergreen Public School Delhi receiving on behalf of Ms. Priyanka Gulati, Principal.
Dr. Jay Kumar Singh, Director of The Shri Ram Universal School in Noida
Ms. Rashmi Raj Biswal, Principal, D.A.V Public School Pushpanjali Enclave, New Delhi
Ms. Pooja Gupta, Principal, Spring Days School Ashok Vihar, Delhi
Mrs. Mini Khanna, Principal, Green Fields School, New Delhi
The spotlight then shifted to the Brainfeed Edu Leader of the Year 2023-24 Awards, a celebration of excellence in education. Awardees, including luminaries like Mrs. Promini Chopra, Principal of Seth M. R. Jaipuria School in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Ms. Prachi Grover, Chairperson of Vidya Bharati School in Rohini, Delhi, and Dr. Jay Kumar Singh, Director of The Shri Ram Universal School in Noida, Ms. Priyanka Gulati, Principal, Evergreen Public School Delhi, Ms. Alka Kapur, Principal, Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, Ms. Rashmi Raj Biswal, Principal, D.A.V Public School Pushpanjali Enclave, New Delhi, Mr. Sandeep Mittal, Director, Alpine Public School Khurja, U.P., Ms. Pooja Gupta, Principal, Spring Days School Ashok Vihar, Delhi, Mrs. Mini Khanna, Principal, Green Fields School, New Delhi were recognized for their exemplary contributions to the field of education.
An exciting addition to the conference was the launch of ET TECH X Times – eNewsLetter, providing a dynamic platform for disseminating educational information and updates to a broader audience.
Prof. M M Pant, the former Pro-Vice-Chancellor of IGNOU and Founder of LMP Education Trust, sparked intellectual fervor at the conference with his captivating discourse on “Becoming Quantum Ready at School.” Delving into innovative approaches to education, his insights inspired deep contemplation on the ever-evolving landscape of teaching and learning.
The insightful panel discussion on “Fostering Holistic Well-being: Integrating Mental Health & Social-Emotional Learning,” moderated by Mr. Amol Arora, Managing Director of Shemrock & Shemford Group of Schools, brought together luminaries such as Ms. Sushma Sharma, Chief Growth Officer, Shri Ram Global School, Karnal, Dr. Dheeraj Mehrotra, National Awardee & Principal, Kunwar’s Global School, Lucknow, Dr. Bhavna Chibber, Principal, Laburnum Public School, Gurugram, Ms. Archana Sharma, Director, Learning Yard Pre School & International Director, Rishikul Vidyapeeth School, Sonipath. Their valuable inputs enriched the discourse on nurturing the well-being of students in the educational journey. Dr. Kulbhushan Sharma, President of the National Independent Schools Association (NISA), graced the conference as the Guest of Honour, delivering an illuminating address on the educational landscape.
The ET TECH X School Excellence Awards took center stage, celebrating and recognizing outstanding schools from various regions in northern India, underscoring their commitment to delivering quality education. Dr. Ashok Kumar Pandey, an eminent educationist, shared his insights on the “Five Fundamentals of Teaching and Learning for Amrit Kaal,” shedding light on crucial aspects of effective education.
A stimulating panel discussion on “Leadership Impact: Nurturing Positive School Cultures in the Age of Generative AI,” moderated by Mr. Kanak Gupta, featured luminaries such as Dr. Amrita Vohra, COO & Director Education, GEMS Education India, Ms. Monieka Khanna, Chief Executive Officer, Mount Olympus Group of Schools, Dr. Shuchita Gupta, Principal, Shamrock Internationa School, Dinanagar, Punjab, Dr. Kunal Anand, Principal, Delhi Public School, Udhampur, Mr. Deepak Mittal, President, Hitachi MGRM Net Limited Their contributions provided valuable perspectives on fostering positive school cultures in an era marked by generative artificial intelligence.
The conference’s commitment to recognizing innovation in education was underscored by the Brainfeed Innovative Education Awards, which showcased organizations contributing to the advancement of the education sector.
Dr. Datta V, Principal of Modern School, Barakhamba, shared profound insights on “Building Emotional Resilience,” emphasizing the pivotal role of emotional well-being in education. Dr. Virendra P Singh, Chairman & Founding Partner of Asia Coaching Network (ACN) and Distinguished Professor in Universities & Business Schools, graced the conference as a Guest of Honour and enriched the conference with his address. Mr. Sirish Turlapati, Chairman & Managing Director, IRIS Educare Ltd, also graced the conference as a Guest of Honour and added to the fervour of the conference. The final theme of the day, “How the Best Get Better: Leadership Lessons from the Sporting Field,” was expertly addressed by Mr. Arijit Ghosh, Vice President – Academics at Seth M. R. Jaipuria Schools.
The grand finale featured the ET TECH X School Excellence Awards for Haryana & Rajasthan and Delhi, acknowledging schools for their exceptional contributions to the education landscape.
In conclusion, the ET TECH X K12 Educators Conference emerged as an indispensable platform for collaboration, learning, and recognition within the education community. The event’s impactful discourse and recognition underscored its significance in contributing to the ongoing dialogue on transformative education practices. Attendees departed with enriched perspectives and a renewed commitment to driving positive change in the educational sphere.
