This stance enabled her to share her brainchild programs like PCA (Personal Care & Attention), HEAR Philosophy, Minutes of Mindfulness, and Why Hide When You Can Seek Programmes, which are being successfully implemented in our school. We feel highly delighted to share that her presentation was deeply appreciated by all. The roaring applause during her presentation stands testimony to the same.

The award ceremony took place at a National Conference centered on the theme of “Guidance & Counselling,” thoughtfully organized by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Center of Excellence in Guwahati, Assam. The event was presided over by Doctor Sandeep Kumar Jain, Joint Secretary Training, and Dr. Komilla Thappa, Retired Professor from the University of Allahabad. This event marked a pivotal moment in Ms. Chawla’s commitment to innovating educational practices as per the changing needs of the school ecosystem.

This research paper explored strategies to boost the mental well-being of school students, with a focus on academic stress, performance anxiety, and the need for a sense of belongingness. It highlights the significance of supportive school environments and educators’ role in fostering belongingness to enhance students’ mental health and academic performance.

Ms. Chawla’s journey embodies the core values of St. Joseph’s Sr. Sec. School, where excellence and innovation in education are at the heart of the institution’s mission. Her dedication to uplifting the educational experience for students and her pioneering work in the field of guidance and counselling stand as a testament to her unwavering commitment to shaping a brighter future.

She attributed her significant success to the dedicated team at St. Joseph’s, emphasizing that everyone at the institution works harmoniously, to ensure the pursuit of excellence. The recognition for the school family brings along an added responsibility to contribute to a greater extent to the education sector at the city and regional level through need-based innovative programs.