PSA Budgam holds key meetings, honours educationists, reviews teacher training, sports promotion & social awareness initiatives

• Collective efforts for educational excellence gain momentum under the patronage of Aga Syed Ahmad

BUDGAM: Reinforcing its commitment to strengthening quality education, teacher empowerment and institutional collaboration across the district, a high-level delegation of the Private Schools Association Budgam (PSAB), led by District President and PSA Director Media & Communications Dr. Owais Mattoo, undertook a series of significant visits and consultative meetings with educational institutions, school heads, teachers and eminent personalities in Budgam on Thursday.

According to a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Private Schools Association Budgam, the delegation comprised Vice President Tariq Ahmad Chopan, Organising Secretary Bilal Ahmad Wani and BK Pora Zonal President Sajad Hussain and others.

The delegation commenced its educational outreach programme with a visit to the residence of Chairman of the renowned educational institute Al-Asma School, Budgam Aga Syed Ahmad, one of the founding members of the Private Schools Association (PSA), which was founded under the leadership of its Founding President and present Chief Patron, Dr. G.N. Var and enquire about his health and convey their best wishes for his speedy recovery.

During the visit, the delegation felicitated him in recognition of his pioneering role in the establishment of the association, his longstanding contribution to the promotion of quality private education and his unwavering support for the educational fraternity. On the occasion, the association formally announced him the responsibility of serving as Chief Patron of the Private Schools Association Budgam (PSAB), which he accepted.

The association described his acceptance as a significant milestone, expressing confidence that his visionary guidance, vast experience and enduring commitment to education would further strengthen its mission of promoting academic excellence, teacher empowerment, institutional development and the overall growth of private educational institutions across District Budgam.

Later, the delegation visited the various educational institutions where it held an extensive interaction with the school managements and teachers. The meeting focused on strengthening academic collaboration, enhancing institutional coordination, improving teaching standards and formulating future teacher-training programmes aimed at equipping educators with modern pedagogical skills and innovative classroom practices.

The delegation also discussed collaborative initiatives aimed at promoting quality education, the professional development of teachers, academic excellence and the overall growth of private educational institutions in the district. On the occasion, the association felicitated the Aga Yunus Syed, in recognition of his valuable contribution towards the growth and development of the private education sector and his dedicated service to the cause of quality education in District Budgam.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Owais Mattoo, District President of the Private Schools Association Budgam, said, "The acceptance of Aga Syed Ahmad Sahab as the Chief Patron of the Private Schools Association Budgam marks the beginning of a new chapter for private education in our district. His wisdom, experience and commitment to education and social welfare will inspire and guide the association in its mission to strengthen educational institutions and safeguard the interests of schools, teachers and students."

He said that the association has already initiated several impactful programmes across different zones of Budgam with the objective of improving educational standards and ensuring the holistic development of children.

"Over the past several months, PSA Budgam has successfully organised teacher training programmes in some zones to enhance the professional competence of educators and promote innovative and child-centric teaching methodologies. Alongside academic initiatives, we have actively encouraged sports and co-curricular activities to foster the physical, mental and emotional development of students. Recognising our social responsibility, the association has also conducted awareness campaigns on drug abuse prevention, literacy, moral education and other issues of public importance to help build a more informed, responsible and progressive society."

Dr. Mattoo further said that the association has launched a Teaching Excellence Initiative aimed at strengthening classroom practices, encouraging continuous professional development and creating a culture of innovation in schools.

He added, "Our vision extends far beyond classroom instruction. We believe schools must become centres of learning, innovation, character building and social transformation. Through teacher empowerment, student engagement, sports promotion, literacy drives and community awareness programmes, PSA Budgam is committed to creating an educational ecosystem that prepares young minds to become responsible, skilled and compassionate citizens.

Under the esteemed patronage of Aga Syed Ahmad Sahab, we are confident that the association will continue to introduce meaningful reforms, expand its outreach programmes and work collectively with educators, parents, school managements and the wider community to ensure quality education for every child across District Budgam."

The association reaffirmed its commitment to continuing collaborative initiatives, capacity-building programmes, educational reforms and community engagement to further strengthen the private education sector and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of quality education in District Budgam.