19/09/2026
Herbert School in collaboration with Shine Career, Manipur organised a One-Day Awareness Programme on “Academic Stress and Effective Study Strategies” on 19th September 2026 at the School Auditorium exclusively for the students of Class XII.
The programme was organised with the objective of helping students develop greater self-awareness and equipping them with practical strategies for effective learning, better concentration and improved academic performance, particularly during the examination period.
The programme was conducted by Kshetrimayum Tony Singh, Student Development & Career Strategy Specialist and Founder, Shine Career, Manipur, who has more than 15 years of professional experience in the field. Through an engaging and informative session, he explained how the brain functions during learning and under stress, with particular emphasis on the Prefrontal Cortex, Amygdala and the role of Cortisol. He also discussed how Dopamine release can influence brain functions, motivation and learning behaviour. The students were further guided on practical ways to remain focused and attentive while studying, especially when faced with distractions and examination-related pressure.
One of the key highlights of the session was the discussion on “10 Secrets for Enhancing Study Techniques”, through which students were introduced to practical approaches for making their study sessions more organised, focused and effective. The session encouraged students to understand their own learning patterns and adopt appropriate strategies rather than relying solely on prolonged hours of study.
The students actively participated in the session and the interactive nature of the programme enabled students to gain valuable insights into managing academic pressure and planning their studies effectively.
The programme concluded on a positive note, with the students gaining valuable knowledge and practical strategies on how to plan and organise their studies effectively during examination time, manage academic stress and maintain better focus and concentration.