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When winter arrives in Jammu, it brings breathtaking beauty—and severe disruption. Intense cold waves often force schools to shut down or function irregularly, leaving children without access to consistent learning for weeks at a time. These prolonged breaks don’t just interrupt academic progress; they weaken routines, confidence, and continuity.

At Sampoorna Shiksha, we believe that education cannot be dependent on seasons. For the past five years, in collaboration with Borderless World Foundation (BWF), we have been working to ensure that children continue learning even during the harshest winter months. The Online Winter Education Camp was created to provide structure, engagement, and academic support at a time when physical classrooms are simply not accessible.

Impact at a Glance

• Learning Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 4 hours daily
• Students Reached: 160+ children (Grades 1–12)
• Volunteer Educators: 20+
• Program Length: 3 continuous months
• Key Learning Areas Included: Core Academic Subjects, Spoken English & Public Speaking, Creative Writing & Communication, Financial Literacy, Personality Development & Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills & Value Education, Art & Craft, Student Leadership Bootcamp, E-Governance & Civic Awareness, India Through Stories

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Running a six-day-a-week program for three consecutive months required deep commitment. More than 20 volunteer educators came together to plan lessons, facilitate sessions, conduct assessments, and support students through doubt-solving and mentorship.

Their consistency ensured that students stayed connected—not just to subjects, but to people who believed in their potential and showed up for them every day.

Voices from the Closing Ceremony

The program concluded with a heartfelt Closing Ceremony on 27th February 2026, celebrating the resilience and progress of both students and educators.

From 3rd to 13th February, Undergraduates interns from ITM Skills University stepped into classrooms—not just to teach, but to connect. Their 10-day internship with Sampoorna Shiksha turned everyday learning spaces into hubs of energy, curiosity, and confidence.

Placed across Panvel Community Center, Pt. Motilal Nehru School, Sanjeevan High School, and the Darshan Darbar - Nerul Community Center, 25 interns worked closely with students from Grades 1 to 9. Each day brought new challenges, questions, and plenty of “wow” moments.

From Spoken English and Science to Maths, Social Science, and languages, lessons were filled with conversations, activities, and creative explanations. The interns encouraged students to speak up, ask questions, and enjoy learning—sometimes with laughter, sometimes with patience, always with heart.

In just ten days, these classrooms became spaces of shared growth. The interns left with stronger communication skills, deeper empathy, and the realization that teaching isn’t just about lessons—it’s about listening, understanding, and showing up.

Short in time, big in impact—this internship proved that meaningful learning can happen when enthusiasm meets purpose.

At the MuSo SPARK Festival of Innovation 2026, Sanjeevan High School, our adopted school under Project Nav Nirman, proudly showcased student-led scientific inquiry that brought together environmental awareness, hands-on learning, and real-world problem-solving. As part of The Mangrove Life STEM inquiry, our students presented their project “Stopping Plastic Before It Chokes Mangroves”, drawing attention to the growing threat of plastic pollution in Mumbai’s mangrove ecosystems

The Mangrove Life was a collaborative initiative supported by the Australian Consulate General, Mumbai, led by Pikiji Learning, Australia, and presented at the Museum of Solutions (MuSo), Mumbai. Through this program, students engaged in experimental science, field-based learning, and inquiry rooted in real ecological challenges.

Our students explored how plastic waste affects mangrove saplings by comparing seed growth in clean soil versus soil mixed with plastic strips. Their observations revealed how plastic disrupts soil quality, restricts root growth, and threatens plant survival. Beyond experiments, students reflected on human responsibility and discussed simple, community-driven solutions to prevent plastic from entering mangrove habitats.

Representing Sanjeevan High School were students from Grades 7 to 9: Yogesh Mourya, Rohan Mishra, Aniket Chavan (Grade 9); Anushka Diwakar, Manthan Pawar, Niket Jaiswal (Grade 8); and Anshika Mourya, Abhinav Shekhar, Meet Rawal, and Sawanji Sharma (Grade 7). Their confident presentations and thoughtful interactions with festival visitors reflected deep engagement with the inquiry process.

The project was mentored by Ms Priya Jadhav, Science Teacher, whose guidance supported students throughout their learning journey. In recognition of their efforts, all participating students were awarded medals and certificates by us, celebrating curiosity, collaboration, and commitment to environmental stewardship.

What happens when management students step out of classrooms and into communities? 

For the interns from SIES Business School, their internship with Sampoorna Shiksha, conducted from 20th November 2025 to  2nd February 2026, became a journey of learning, empathy, and action.

From teaching young learners to designing fun, activity-based lessons, the interns brought fresh energy into everyday classrooms. They explored creative ways to teach English, Maths, and values—turning learning into something children genuinely looked forward to.

Beyond teaching, the interns rolled up their sleeves to create digital content, document learning journeys, Curriculums, Stories & Presentations, Sorting & Packing Happy Pariksha Kits and support educators with fresh ideas. Every session came with its own lessons—patience, adaptability, teamwork, and leadership.

This internship wasn’t just about gaining experience; it was about creating impact. And for these interns, the biggest takeaway was simple yet powerful: meaningful learning happens when knowledge meets purpose.

On the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami, a day that celebrates knowledge, learning, and new beginnings, the Gajanand Learning Centre was inaugurated in Village Fatanpur, Pratapgarh. The day carried deep symbolic meaning, marking not just the opening of a physical space but the beginning of a shared journey rooted in education, curiosity, and community.

The inauguration of the Gajanand Learning Centre represents an important milestone for Sampoorna Shiksha and our partners, and more importantly, a collective commitment to the children and families of Fatanpur and neighbouring villages.

Why the Gajanand Learning Centre?

In many rural communities, children have limited access to digital tools, engaging learning resources, and safe spaces that encourage exploration and confidence-building. The Gajanand Learning Centre was envisioned as a response to these gaps — not as a one-time intervention, but as a community-owned learning space that can grow and evolve.

Designed to serve over 1,000 children and more than 200 families, the centre aims to strengthen foundational learning, introduce digital literacy, and foster joyful, play-based learning experiences for children across age groups.

What the Centre Offers

The Gajanand Learning Centre brings together multiple learning resources under one roof:

• A fully equipped computer laboratory to introduce children to digital learning and technology
• Smart boards are aligned with the State Board curriculum, supporting classroom learning and concept clarity
• A Toy & Book Library that encourages imagination, curiosity, and learning through play

Together, these elements create an environment where learning feels accessible, engaging, and empowering.

Built With the Community

Supported by PCPL Foundation and implemented by Sampoorna Shiksha, in partnership with Udbodh Foundation and Pagaria Welfare Foundation, the Gajanand Learning Centre reflects the power of collaboration. The inauguration brought together community leaders, partners, and local supporters, reinforcing the belief that education becomes truly transformative when communities are actively involved.

During the event, Jatashanker Tiwari, a noted social worker, shared how Udbodh’s long-term educational work had transformed his native village, Kasauli. His reflections highlighted the tangible impact of sustained, community-led initiatives and strengthened confidence that the Gajanand Learning Centre could bring similar change to Fatanpur.

A Space Designed for Children

As children explored the centre for the first time, interacting with computers, browsing books, and engaging in activities, it became clear that this was more than infrastructure. The centre is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create positive early experiences with learning.

Learning through play, guided exploration, and peer interaction lies at the heart of the centre’s approach, helping children see learning as something joyful and empowering.

Looking Ahead

The Gajanand Learning Centre is envisioned as a long-term resource for the community. Over time, it will support regular learning sessions, digital exposure, parent engagement, and the involvement of local educators and volunteers. As shared during the inauguration by Indramani Shukla, Secretary, Udbodh Foundation, the centre has the potential to be a game changer, enabling children and families to build skills, aspirations, and collective ownership around education.

The launch of the Gajanand Learning Centre on Basant Panchami serves as a reminder that meaningful change often begins with shared belief and sustained effort. At Sampoorna Shiksha, we believe that learning spaces built with communities can create lasting impact, and we look forward to walking this journey alongside the people of Fatanpur.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to PCPL Foundation for their support, and to our partners Udbodh Foundation and Pagaria Welfare Foundation for building this vision with us.