The All-Nagaland Private Schools’ Association (ANPSA), Kohima Unit, held its Annual General Body Meeting cum Burlington English’s Educational Conclave 2024 at Hotel Japfü, Kohima, on 16th October 2024. The event was attended by 50 school heads and teacher representatives from private schools across Kohima districts.
A press release from ANPSA informed that Emilo Patton, District Education Officer (DEO) of Kohima, Government of Nagaland graced the event as the Special Guest. Her presence underscored the importance of collaboration between private schools and the government in enhancing the quality of education in Nagaland, it said.
The First Session of the programme was hosted by Jongshijiba Ozukum as the Master of Ceremonies (MC). The session opened with an invocation by Nitu Jamir, followed by a welcome note from Fr. Innocent sdb, President of the association. A special number was performed by Thüjovelü Phesao, setting the tone for the key speeches and business discussions to follow. The business session conducted by Zhopota Rhakho, with a vote of thanks delivered by Keyokhole Ltu, Cultural Secretary.
The second session was moderated by Annie Konthoujam. This session focuses on critical reports, including the General Secretary’s Report and the Treasurer’s Report, outlining the association’s progress and future plans.
The educational conclave culminated with a discussion led by Burlington English on the theme “Traditional Educational Practices and the New World of AI & ChatGPT”. This timely and relevant topic has generated significant interest, as it touches on how emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence are reshaping the educational landscape, ANPSA said.
Participants had an engaging dialogue on how schools in Nagaland can integrate these technological advancements into traditional pedagogical methods, ensuring that students are prepared for the future while retaining core educational values.
The event concluded with a fellowship lunch, providing an opportunity for networking and informal discussions among educators, administrators, and policy makers.
