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At a vibrant and inspiring evening celebrating grassroots changemakers, Sampoorna Shiksha was honoured at the Angels of Mumbai Awards, organised by the Free Press Journal. Selected from a cohort of 36 outstanding Angels of Mumbai, the recognition celebrates organisations creating meaningful and measurable impact on the ground.

The event brought together philanthropists, social sector leaders, and individuals committed to driving positive change across communities. The awards ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Ronnie Screwvala, philanthropist and film producer; Shri Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Minister of Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Government of Maharashtra; and Mayor Ritu Tawde.

A particularly meaningful moment for the Sampoorna Shiksha team was receiving a special mention from Justice S. J. Kathawalla, retired judge of the Bombay High Court, who chaired the jury for the awards.

The jury comprised respected leaders from across the development and philanthropy sector, including Archana Chandra (CEO, Jai Vakeel Foundation), Chetna Gala Sinha (Founder, Mann Deshi Foundation), Amita Chauhan (Board Member, Social Venture Partners India), Ziaa Lallaka (CEO, H. T. Parekh Foundation), and Vinti Lodha (Trustee, Lodha Foundation).

For the Sampoorna Shiksha team, this recognition reflects the collective effort of educators, volunteers, partners, and supporters who continue to work towards creating more equitable learning opportunities for children and communities.

We are deeply grateful to our endorser, Dr Navasikha Duara, Associate Professor and In-Charge Principal at SVKM’s Pravin Gandhi College of Law, whose support and belief in our work strengthened our nomination.

We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the FPJ and Angels of Mumbai team, especially Pooja Patel and Kavitha Iyer, for creating a platform that celebrates and amplifies grassroots changemakers.

Most importantly, this recognition belongs to the community that makes our work possible — our donors, partners, volunteers, educators, and well-wishers. Their continued trust and collaboration enable us to keep building meaningful pathways for education and empowerment.

As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to strengthening partnerships, expanding our impact, and continuing to work towards an inclusive and equitable education ecosystem.

This award is not just a recognition of past efforts — it is a reminder of the work that still lies ahead.

When winter arrives in Jammu, it brings breathtaking beauty—and severe disruption. Intense cold waves often force schools to shut down or function irregularly, leaving children without access to consistent learning for weeks at a time. These prolonged breaks don’t just interrupt academic progress; they weaken routines, confidence, and continuity.

At Sampoorna Shiksha, we believe that education cannot be dependent on seasons. For the past five years, in collaboration with Borderless World Foundation (BWF), we have been working to ensure that children continue learning even during the harshest winter months. The Online Winter Education Camp was created to provide structure, engagement, and academic support at a time when physical classrooms are simply not accessible.

Impact at a Glance

• Learning Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 4 hours daily
• Students Reached: 160+ children (Grades 1–12)
• Volunteer Educators: 20+
• Program Length: 3 continuous months
• Key Learning Areas Included: Core Academic Subjects, Spoken English & Public Speaking, Creative Writing & Communication, Financial Literacy, Personality Development & Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills & Value Education, Art & Craft, Student Leadership Bootcamp, E-Governance & Civic Awareness, India Through Stories

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Running a six-day-a-week program for three consecutive months required deep commitment. More than 20 volunteer educators came together to plan lessons, facilitate sessions, conduct assessments, and support students through doubt-solving and mentorship.

Their consistency ensured that students stayed connected—not just to subjects, but to people who believed in their potential and showed up for them every day.

Voices from the Closing Ceremony

The program concluded with a heartfelt Closing Ceremony on 27th February 2026, celebrating the resilience and progress of both students and educators.

From 3rd to 13th February, Undergraduates interns from ITM Skills University stepped into classrooms—not just to teach, but to connect. Their 10-day internship with Sampoorna Shiksha turned everyday learning spaces into hubs of energy, curiosity, and confidence.

Placed across Panvel Community Center, Pt. Motilal Nehru School, Sanjeevan High School, and the Darshan Darbar - Nerul Community Center, 25 interns worked closely with students from Grades 1 to 9. Each day brought new challenges, questions, and plenty of “wow” moments.

From Spoken English and Science to Maths, Social Science, and languages, lessons were filled with conversations, activities, and creative explanations. The interns encouraged students to speak up, ask questions, and enjoy learning—sometimes with laughter, sometimes with patience, always with heart.

In just ten days, these classrooms became spaces of shared growth. The interns left with stronger communication skills, deeper empathy, and the realization that teaching isn’t just about lessons—it’s about listening, understanding, and showing up.

Short in time, big in impact—this internship proved that meaningful learning can happen when enthusiasm meets purpose.

At the MuSo SPARK Festival of Innovation 2026, Sanjeevan High School, our adopted school under Project Nav Nirman, proudly showcased student-led scientific inquiry that brought together environmental awareness, hands-on learning, and real-world problem-solving. As part of The Mangrove Life STEM inquiry, our students presented their project “Stopping Plastic Before It Chokes Mangroves”, drawing attention to the growing threat of plastic pollution in Mumbai’s mangrove ecosystems

The Mangrove Life was a collaborative initiative supported by the Australian Consulate General, Mumbai, led by Pikiji Learning, Australia, and presented at the Museum of Solutions (MuSo), Mumbai. Through this program, students engaged in experimental science, field-based learning, and inquiry rooted in real ecological challenges.

Our students explored how plastic waste affects mangrove saplings by comparing seed growth in clean soil versus soil mixed with plastic strips. Their observations revealed how plastic disrupts soil quality, restricts root growth, and threatens plant survival. Beyond experiments, students reflected on human responsibility and discussed simple, community-driven solutions to prevent plastic from entering mangrove habitats.

Representing Sanjeevan High School were students from Grades 7 to 9: Yogesh Mourya, Rohan Mishra, Aniket Chavan (Grade 9); Anushka Diwakar, Manthan Pawar, Niket Jaiswal (Grade 8); and Anshika Mourya, Abhinav Shekhar, Meet Rawal, and Sawanji Sharma (Grade 7). Their confident presentations and thoughtful interactions with festival visitors reflected deep engagement with the inquiry process.

The project was mentored by Ms Priya Jadhav, Science Teacher, whose guidance supported students throughout their learning journey. In recognition of their efforts, all participating students were awarded medals and certificates by us, celebrating curiosity, collaboration, and commitment to environmental stewardship.

What happens when management students step out of classrooms and into communities? 

For the interns from SIES Business School, their internship with Sampoorna Shiksha, conducted from 20th November 2025 to  2nd February 2026, became a journey of learning, empathy, and action.

From teaching young learners to designing fun, activity-based lessons, the interns brought fresh energy into everyday classrooms. They explored creative ways to teach English, Maths, and values—turning learning into something children genuinely looked forward to.

Beyond teaching, the interns rolled up their sleeves to create digital content, document learning journeys, Curriculums, Stories & Presentations, Sorting & Packing Happy Pariksha Kits and support educators with fresh ideas. Every session came with its own lessons—patience, adaptability, teamwork, and leadership.

This internship wasn’t just about gaining experience; it was about creating impact. And for these interns, the biggest takeaway was simple yet powerful: meaningful learning happens when knowledge meets purpose.