In-House Teacher’s Training Programme on Stress Management.
“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another”. – William James
An enlightening In-House Training Programme on ‘Stress Management’ was conducted with great zeal at the Bhai Nandlal Ji Auditorium in G.G.P.S, Sector V/B, on 8th May, 2024 under the Stewardship of Honourable Principal Sir Mr. Soumen Chakraborty. The event was graced by the presence of esteemed Resource persons: Mr.Anand Prakash, Ms. Priya Kumari, Ms Pratima. N.Ekka .
The session commenced with an invocation to the Almighty, setting a serene tone for the event. This was followed by the traditional lamp lightning ceremony and thereby saplings were presented to all the Stalwarts .The auditorium was honoured by the presence of Principal Sir, Mr. Soumen Chakraborty, Vice-Principal, Middle Wing, Ms. Suman Nangia, Incharge, Primary Wing, Ms. Samriti Vohra and Incharge Senior Wing, Mr. G.K Mishra.
While addressing the gathering the Head of the institution, Mr. Soumen Chakraborty, explained the significance of addressing stress in school community, among students and staff, emphasizing the importance of self- care, promoting healthy copying mechanisms and fostering a supportive environment.
Ms. Priya initiated the discourse with an engaging presentation on ‘What is Stress?’ She elucidated the various sources of stress and shared strategies on how to effectively manage it. An interactive activity was conducted where teachers penned down their personal stress and coping mechanisms, fostering a collective understanding of stress ratios. Mr. Anand Prakash took the stage next, delving into the effect, types of stress, its symptoms and management of stress. He provided a comprehensive review of the day’s discussions, offering deeper insights into the nature of stress, its causative factors and management techniques. A fruitful session was conducted in which teachers actively participated and showcased their talents. Ms. Pratima N. Ekka jointly explored the realm of stress management, distinguishing between short-term and long-term strategies. She emphasized the power of positivity, self-love, forgiveness, and reminiscence of good times. The segment was made vibrant with dance, humorous videos, and activities like the ‘Happy Prop Song’, all aimed at reducing stress and fostering a stress-free environment.
Principal Sir commended the resource persons for their invaluable contributions and reaffirming the school’s commitment to nurturing a stress free environment for its faculty and students.
Ms. Suman Nangia, Vice – Principal, Middle Wing expressed gratitude for the enriching experience and pledged continued support for initiatives promoting well-being within the school community.
Ms. Samriti Vohra, Incharge , Primary Wing appreciated and congratulated all the resource persons for conducting such fruitful sessions for sharpening the knowledge and skills of the teachers.
The esteemed Committee Members of GGES have always extended their cooperation and blessings in all the activities which the teacher aspires to conduct.
President Sir, Shri Tarsem Singh Ji and Secretary Sir, Shri S.P. Singh Ji extended their gratitude, recognizing the program as a pivotal step towards nurturing a resilient and harmonious educational ecosystem.
The programme ended with Vote of thanks extended by Ms. Subhashree followed by National Anthem.
In conclusion, the training programme on ‘Stress Management’ was a resounding success, equipping the educators of G.G.P.S with the tools to navigate the complexities of stress.