20/05/2025
A one-day Capacity Building Programme on Fine Arts and Physical Education was successfully held on 19.05.25 at DAV Public School, DVC MTPS. The event brought together Fine Arts and Physical Education teachers from both clusters of the West Bengal Zone, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
The programme for Fine Arts teachers aimed to refine pedagogical skills, advance artistic techniques, and introduce innovative teaching methods. These efforts were geared toward empowering painting teachers to more effectively engage and inspire their students through creative expression. The sessions were led by renowned Mr. Muktinath Mondal, Asst. Professor, Department of Painting, Govt. College of Art & Craft, Calcutta.
Participants expressed great satisfaction with the content and delivery of the sessions. Many reported gaining new perspectives on art education and felt motivated to apply innovative techniques in their classrooms.
Simultaneously, the programme for Physical Education teachers focused on enhancing instructional strategies, promoting health and fitness, and incorporating modern techniques and value-based approaches into sports training and education. The sessions were led by renowned Dr. Rajeshree Kar, Assistant Professor, State Institute of Physical Education for Women, Hastings House, West Bengal.
Participants actively engaged in a Q&A session where they shared their experiences, challenges, and suggestions. The session was productive and highlighted the need for more regular training and collaborative learning among teachers.
The closing session was chaired by the resource persons, the host principal, and the coordinating principal. One participant each from the Fine Arts and Physical Education Capacity Building Programmes expressed their gratitude, followed by a vote of thanks acknowledging all speakers, participants, and organizing members.
Overall, the CBP was a resounding success and proved to be a valuable experience for all participants. It successfully met its objectives and contributed significantly to the professional development of art and physical education teachers.
Participants also expressed a strong desire for more such programmes in the future, possibly extended over multiple days.