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PATHALIAGHAT, October 16:

90 Teachers Trained in Salesian Pedagogy at Pathaliaghat

17 October 2026

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News reported by: Fr. Babu Stephen SDB

Ninety teachers from three Salesian schools attended a two-day training programme on October 15–16 at St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, to strengthen professional competencies, improve classroom practices and promote student-centred learning.

Fr. Bivan Rodrigues Mukhim SDB, Vice-Provincial of the Guwahati Province, led the training, focusing on effective teaching strategies and the Salesian approach to education.

The sessions covered classroom communication, Don Bosco’s Preventive System, the Salesian pedagogy of accompaniment, support for slow learners, and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Through presentations, videos, activities, and discussions, Fr. Bivan encouraged teachers to recognise students' individual needs and foster positive, inclusive, and student-friendly learning environments.

Teachers from Don Bosco School, Pitra; Don Bosco School, Nabasardar; and St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, took part in the programme. It emphasised the importance of continuous professional development and collaborative learning in improving educational outcomes.

Fr. Babu Stephen, Principal of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, welcomed the participants. Fr. K. K. Joseph, Rector, then urged the teachers to make the best use of the training for their professional growth and to strengthen collaboration in their educational mission. Ms Martha Debbarma proposed the vote of thanks.