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ANNUAL MAGAZINE 2024

From the

Superior Principal & Head,
Quality Assurance &
Innovation Department

(QAID)

"Quality is never an accident, it is

always the result of high intentions,

sincere effort, intelligent direction and

skillful execution". Ms Susmita Ghose

Superior Principal &
Head, QAID, CMS

The world around us is constantly changing at an inconceivable subject experts to assume leadership roles to mentor new
pace and we are aware that there are many challenges that lie teachers and establish clear norms in the classrooms.
ahead, as we navigate around this world of changing demands. Empowering our school middle-level leaders is another vital
The need of the hour is to collaborate, innovate and to keep aspect of our mission. John C. Maxwell reminds us, "Leadership is
growing in order to keep pace with the changes that are not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your
inevitable. Schools as essential institutions for individual charge." Certificate Program in Instructional Leadership (CPIL)
development and societal progress have to equip students with was also organised for all the middle level leaders to enable them
requisite skills to successfully address the needs of the to become instructional leaders who coach and mentor their
environment they inhabit. peers and colleagues and create an environment of collaborative
Quality Assurance and Innovations Department has always learning and growth for everyone.
strived diligently to assemble a diversified calendar of events Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) have also become a
each year which are geared towards meeting the aspirational cornerstone of our commitment to continuous improvement. In
needs of the new generation by aligning education and teacher the words of Margaret Mead, "Never doubt that a small group of
training programmes that fit into the schedule time frame of the thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world." To
academic year. promote creativity, life skills and foster intellectual development
This session has witnessed the introduction of several innovative QAID organised the Inter Campus Literary Fest for Primary and
practices that have enriched the learning environment at City Junior classes. This festival showcased the diverse talents of our
Montessori School and have brought about qualitative changes in students, highlighting the importance of varied expressions and
the teaching-learning process. building on 21st century skills: Creativity, Critical Thinking,
To underscore the importance of physical, social, emotional and Communication and Collaboration.
intellectual development of the young learners, City Montessori In the words of Albert Einstein, "The only source of knowledge is
School leveraged its key resources to adopt a broad range of experience." Let us continue to gain knowledge through these
teaching learning strategies in sync with the NEP 2020 in the Pre- experiences, making our school a place of inspiration, innovation,
Primary section. The Pre-Primary teachers were introduced to and inclusivity.
the new and innovative techniques for strengthening bilateral I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Management
and fine motor coordination, open ended art and craft activities and the Principals for their continued cooperation, support and
and Hydroponics technique to integrate learning with sustainable guidance. I also wish to express my appreciation to the parents
goals. for playing a crucial role in the celebration of our collective
To raise the standards of Maths across CMS and foster positive journey towards excellence in education.
culture around Mathematics, the Heads of Mathematics (HoM) —Ms Susmita Ghose
flagship programme expedited by Ms Sarah Richards for Superior Principal & Head,
Mathematics teachers from classes III-VIII has enabled identified Quality Assurance & Innovation Department (QAID)

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