On 1st April 2025 ,Tuesday, Ramsheth Thakur Higher Secondary Vidyalaya, Kharghar organised *Faculty Development Program on Transforming Teaching and Learning: SEL, Assessment, and Innovative Pedagogies.

The program aimed to enhance teaching methodologies by integrating Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), modern assessment techniques and innovative pedagogies.

The event was graced by Honorable Dr. S.T. Gadade Sir (Secretary, JBSP Sanstha, Panvel) as the Chief Guest, who encouraged all teachers with his insightful address. The program featured two distinguished speakers:

1. Mrs. Seethalakshmi  (Vice Principal, Smt. S.T. Mehta Women’s Jr. College, Ghatkopar) delivered an enlightening lecture on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence, empathy and mindfulness in education. Her session provided strategies to integrate SEL into daily teaching practices, helping students develop essential life skills.

2. Dr. Raju Talreja (Professor, Bombay Teachers Training College, Colaba)  conducted an informative session on Assessment and Tools, focusing on modern evaluation methods, formative and summative assessments, and the use of technology-driven assessment tools to improve learning outcomes.

The program witnessed the active participation of 15 teachers from Changu Kana Thakur Secondary and Higher Secondary Vidyalaya, New Panvel, who engaged in discussions and practical learning activities. The sessions provided valuable insights into:

• The role of SEL in student development

• Effective assessment strategies for diverse learners

• Innovative pedagogies for a dynamic and engaging classroom environment

The FDP concluded with an interactive Q&A session, where participants discussed challenges and solutions related to teaching and assessment. The event was a great success, equipping educators with new methodologies to enhance their teaching effectiveness.