Paavai Educational Institutions organized a four day faculty rejuvenation programme, Invigorate'24 from 10.01.2024 to 13.01.2024

15th Jan, 2024

The Paavai Educational Institutions organized a four day Faculty Rejuvenation Programme, Invigorate-24 in Shevaroys ,Yercaud from 10.01.2024 to 13.01.2024 which was an exceptionally exhilarating experience for the faculty members to make them familiar with the institutional practices and the instructional strategies of teaching and learning, because teachers are considered to be the pillars of Paavai. All faculty members from Paavai Educational Institutions attended the orientation programme. In the Inauguration, Dr.K.K.Ramasamy, Director Administration, welcomed the gathering. In the presidential address, Shri.CA.N.V.Natarajan, the Chairman ingrained the importance of teaching profession, role of teachers and their commitment towards students. He stressed on the immediate need for teachers to equip themselves with the necessary skills and adapt to the digitized era to emerge as successful teachers. Smt.Mangai Natarajan, the Correspondent, felicitated the gathering, highlighting the pertinent need for developing positive attitude among the teachers who will uphold the strong value based education. Mr.Maran, Treasurer, Murugesan Institute of Technology in his inaugural address highlighted the scope of education with all the faculty members striving towards common goals such as Vision and Mission, Paavai on the path of progress, committed faculty fraternity and engaging students using 4A’s – Attitude, Aptitude, Acquisition of skills and Aspiration. The objectives and methodology of the orientation programme were read out by Mrs.Sheetaal Gandhi, Director, Ekaiva.Biz, multidimensional trainer, business coach and career consultant.                 

The themes for the four days were Day of Wishes, ‘Day of Positivity, Day of Good Deeds and Day of Gratitude. The entire teaching fraternity was split up into three teams namely “Trendsetters, Path finders and Crusaders”. The dynamic and vibrant resource speakers were Mrs.Sheetaal Gandhi on ‘Mix Match’ which was filled with activities, energizers and puzzles to be incorporated in real classroom teaching which will keep students energized and active. Mr.Suthir Menon, Motivational Speaker and Soft Skills Trainer in his session ‘Team Building’ highlighted that an effective team should follow forming, storming, norming and performing which will pave way for the leading teachers to create students with strong leadership traits. Mr.Raman, CEO, Base Institute of Management, and International JCI Trainer in his session titled ‘Paavai a place to grow, a Place to live’, took the teachers on a trip down the memory lane of Paavai since its inception and imprinted a sense of deep-rooted belongingness to Paavai in all the faculty members. Dr.K.Kasthuri Bai, Erudite Professor in English spoke on the topic ‘Teacher, the Value Viewer’. She reiterated that the development of a nation depends on the strength endured by the youth and teachers have the onus to bring out the immense potential in the students and get them ready to face the real world. Mr.Jayaraman Umashankar, Corporate Trainer and Consultant through his session, ‘Teacher is a Leader’ insisted that all faculty members should work tirelessly towards becoming effective leaders and life revolves around three factors namely people, process and product where in teachers are unassailable leaders who can influence students through constant motivation and consistent guidance. Mr.RS Prabhu a trainer, speaker and chief instructor on the topic ‘Teacher a Friend’ elucidated steps to build strong bonds with students through positive and approachable qualities.

On 11.01.2024 Dr. K R Maalathi, Partner & CEO of Auuro Educational Services, the versatile, dynamic, promising entrepreneur and a visionary educationist addressed the gathering on ‘Futuristic Scope of Artificial Intelligence’. She cited examples from various topnotch Universities like Purdue and others regarding their transformational academic trajectory using AI. Each resource person explained, elaborated and had an interactive session with the faculty members. A dynamic interaction between the Chairman and the faculty members was also a part of the Rejuvenation programme to strengthen the relationships at Paavai.

Outbound Training Activities usually include a mix of adventure, outdoor and group development exercises and simulations that are designed to challenge the team to plan, strategize and work together and simulate circumstances and behaviors that are found at the workplace. The training provides numerous benefits, including increased confidence, enhanced teamwork and communication skills, improved problem-solving abilities, and a deeper understanding of personal strengths and weaknesses. Different kinds of activities such as Zumba Dance, Ice breaker, Glass Walk, Fire Walk, Trekking expedition, Energizers and Friday Market were conducted to invigorate the teachers and get them geared up to continue their teaching process energetically. On 12.01.2024 night, the much awaited Campfire showcased the multifarious talents of faculty members and at 12am the campfire wrapped up with a special prayer by the Chairman. It was a meaningful ending for the day with all the teachers forming the human chain.

On 13.01.2024, the session commenced with Mrs.Sheetaal Gandhi on the topic ‘Success Strategies’ started with energizers and pinpointed on the progressive realization of worthy goals to be accomplished by all teachers. The six mantras enumerated by her are ‘Do more than you can learn(Update), Do more than you can see(Observe), Do more than you can Teach (Communicate), Do more than you can hear (Listen), Do more than you can think (Create) and Do more than you can feel (Empathize).

Mr.Sivakumar Palaniappan, Founder and Director, Thinkfluence Global, Global Leadership expert emphasized on six qualities for good teachers to become great teachers. A great teacher instills confidence in wards, should be well prepared to the classes, manages classrooms effectively, uses powerful teaching strategies, and sets very high expectations and self-reflection. The valedictory function was held on 13.01.2024 by 02.30 p.m. All the faculty members recorded their feedback and shared their experiences. Smt. MangaiNatarajan, the Correspondent felicitated the gathering by explaining the multiple roles of teachers in adhering to the ethics and the responsibilities of the profession. She highlighted the idea that the teachers should act as a facilitator, guide, controller and counselor to the students in bringing out the best in them and make them realize their potentials to successfully complete their studies. With these four days of power packed training, the orientation programme came to an end.