Pampore, 25 Feb: Birla Open Minds International School (BOMIS) Pampore organized an enriching Knowledge Exchange Program on Tuesday, which featured motivational speaker Wali Rehmani and renowned mathematician Dr. Safdar Quddus. The event was attended by esteemed guests, including GN Var, President of the Private Schools Association J&K.
The distinguished speakers engaged in a fruitful discussion with participating teachers, focusing on fostering innovation, and sustainable development in education. Wali Rehmani, after the program, expressed his gratitude for the learning experience at BOMIS, emphasizing the importance of hands-on knowledge exchange between schools. He shared his admiration for the school’s efforts in connecting students with the green environment and promoting sustainability.
“I came to Kashmir to visit good schools and learn from them. Every school I visit, I learn something new, and today, I learned a lot here in Birla Open Minds International School. It’s inspiring to see how the school is integrating environmental awareness and the Sustainable Development Goals into its curriculum, while also fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among the students,” Rehmani said.
He further highlighted the need for collaboration between institutions, stating that sharing resources and knowledge would be beneficial for all. “I look forward to a future collaboration between my school in Kolkata and BOMIS. Collaboration is the need of the hour.”
Rehmani also spoke about the growing influence of technology on students, urging both parents and school administration to monitor the usage of mobile phones among children. “Children should be encouraged to read books on mobile, which could serve as a valuable resource,” he suggested.
