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Event Date: 25-Jun-2025
Updated On: 26-Jun-2025
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Staff Orientation Programme by the Principal (Rev. Fr. Melwin Wilson D'Souza)

Description: In a spirit of renewed vision and leadership, Rev. Fr. Melwin Wilson D’Souza, the newly appointed Principal of St. Joseph’s School, Sadwa, Naini, conducted an enlightening Orientation Programme for Teachers titled “Happy Classrooms, Happy Learners” on 25th June 2025. Though not held at the beginning of the academic session, the orientation was a timely initiative aimed at re-energizing the faculty and fostering a culture of emotional well-being, positive pedagogy, and purposeful teaching. Drawing inspiration from contemporary research in positive psychology and the evolving needs of today’s learners, Fr. Melwin invited the staff to reflect on the deeper meaning of happiness—not just as a fleeting emotion, but as a way of being that can be cultivated in the classroom. The session began with thought-provoking quotes from global thinkers and moved into a nuanced exploration of the “Happiness Continuum,” spanning contentment with the past, joy in the present, and optimism for the future. A significant highlight of the orientation was the “Gratitude Jar – Seeds of Happiness” activity. In this reflective exercise, teachers penned down personal notes of gratitude, shared their thoughts with colleagues, and rediscovered the uplifting power of thankfulness. This collective moment of introspection set the tone for the rest of the session, reminding all that gratitude is not only therapeutic but also foundational to a compassionate classroom environment. Fr. Melwin emphasized the essential dimensions of a happy classroom, which include the teacher’s emotional intelligence, the quality of teacher-student relationships, progressive pedagogical strategies, and effective classroom management. Each element was elaborated with practical strategies—ranging from starting the day with gratitude sharing, to building emotionally safe spaces, and adopting collaborative, inquiry-based learning approaches. One of the most impactful segments of the session was the video analysis of a transformation story within a challenging classroom environment. Teachers were encouraged to reflect on how empathy, understanding, and strategic intervention by the educator brought about a complete shift in student behavior and engagement. The discussion that followed emphasized that every student, regardless of their background or attitude, is capable of change when met with patience and positivity. As the orientation drew to a close, the Principal invited the staff to embrace their role not only as instructors of subjects but as facilitators of joy, growth, and emotional resilience. The closing message was clear and compelling: A happy classroom is not a luxury—it is a necessity in shaping holistic, future-ready individuals. With this invigorating session, Fr. Melwin Wilson D’Souza set a fresh tone for his leadership—one rooted in hope, collaboration, and the shared mission of making every classroom a place where both hearts and minds thrive.

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