DIMAPUR: The All Nagaland Private Schools’ Association (ANPSA) Central held its 44th Annual General Body Meeting at J.P. Park, Chümoukedima on October 28 under the theme “Sustainable Schools for a Better Tomorrow,” with participation from over 100 private schools across Nagaland. The programme comprised a business session and a panel discussion on the implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) Act and examination reforms.
The business session was moderated by assistant information secretary ANPSA Central, P.J. Nathan. President Bithungo Kikon delivered the welcome address, while general secretary Ketoulhou Sekhose and treasurer Nzanbeni Tsopoe presented the annual and financial reports, respectively.
Information secretary Benisha Keppen led discussions on key agenda items, including the 2027 sepak takraw programme, National School Quality Assessment and Accreditation Framework (NSQAAF), sustainable implementation of RTE, teachers’ awards, mobile gaming competitions in schools and examination norms and reforms.
The second session was moderated by Ketoulhou Sekhose, with a welcome address by senior advisor ANPSA Central, Pheluopfelie Kesiezie. Speaking on the implementation of RTE, Deputy Director of School Education, Nagaland, Nellayappan B., outlined provisions concerning the admission of children from weaker sections and disadvantaged groups, as well as reimbursement to schools.
He also presented a proposed single-window online system for managing admissions and reimbursements, subject to approval by the competent authority.
Additional Secretary, Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE), Ekyimo Shitiri, spoke on examination norms and reforms, highlighting the shift towards conceptual understanding, critical thinking and competency-based assessment. He stressed the importance of fair and inclusive evaluation, stronger school-based assessments, teacher capacity building and reducing examination stress.
The presentations were followed by a panel discussion on the two topics, providing an opportunity to deliberate on challenges and possible improvements in school education.
Special presentations were made by Rincho Academy, Sovima and Great Commission Higher Secondary School, Chümoukedima. Principal of The Vineyard Kohima, Leneno Yhoshü, proposed the vote of thanks, while advisor ANPSA Central, Imlongchaba, offered the closing prayer.
