Adolescent Workshops - GD Goenka Public School Ghaziabad

Enrichment Initiatives: Learning, Well-being and Responsible Citizenship

At G D Goenka Public School, Ghaziabad, learning extends beyond the classroom. The school regularly organises workshops, webinars, interactive sessions, and well-being initiatives to empower educators and students with knowledge, skills, awareness, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Professional Development for Educators

Workshops and webinars are regularly organised for Goenkan educators through in-house capacity-building programmes by the G D Goenka Group and CBSE-led professional development initiatives. These programmes enable teachers to stay abreast of emerging pedagogical practices, educational trends, and innovative approaches to teaching and learning— because excellence is a habit, not a coincidence!

Mindfulness and Well-being for Teachers

Meditation sessions are a regular feature at G D Goenka Public School, providing teachers with a calm and peaceful environment to practise mindfulness, relaxation, and inner well-being. These sessions encourage educators to pause, rejuvenate, and cultivate a balanced and positive approach to their professional and personal lives.

Building Environmental Consciousness

A workshop on Single-Use Plastic Awareness sensitised participants to the harmful impact of plastic on the environment and highlighted the importance of sustainability, tree conservation, and responsible consumption. The session encouraged participants to make conscious choices and culminated in a pledge to uphold their responsibility towards protecting the environment.

Inspiring Young Storytellers

On 7 May 2025, students had the privilege of participating in an engaging session with renowned author Kevin Missal, celebrated for his popular Sinbad book series. The interactive interaction opened new avenues of imagination and storytelling, inspiring students to explore the world of creative writing. The session nurtured their creativity, expressive skills, imagination, and confidence, encouraging them to discover the joy of storytelling.

Promoting Road Safety and Civic Responsibility

An insightful workshop held on 8 May 2025 brought together Mr. Abhinav Gopal (IAS & CDO), Mr. Sachchidanand (Additional Commissioner, Traffic Police), and Mr. Viresh Chander Singh to address important issues related to traffic rules, law, road safety, and the harmful effects of tobacco. The session equipped students with greater awareness of civic responsibilities and reinforced the importance of discipline, responsible behaviour, and making informed choices.

Through such diverse initiatives, G D Goenka Public School continues to foster a culture of continuous learning, professional excellence, mindfulness, creativity, environmental stewardship, and responsible citizenship—preparing its community not merely for academic success, but for meaningful and purposeful lives.

Workshop on Artificial Intelligence: Inspiring Future-Ready Minds

Date: 13 October 2025

Venue: G D Goenka Public School, Ghaziabad

Eminent Speaker: Dr. Buddha Chandrasekhar, Chief Coordinating Officer, AICTE, Ministry of Education, Government of India

Special Presence: Mr. Avi Goel, Associate Director, G D Goenka Public School, Ghaziabad

G D Goenka Public School, Ghaziabad, hosted an enlightening and insightful Workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) on 13 October 2025, aimed at familiarising students with the transformative potential of technology and equipping them with skills for an increasingly digital future.

The workshop was graced by Dr. Buddha Chandrasekhar, Chief Coordinating Officer, AICTE, Ministry of Education, Government of India, in the esteemed presence of Mr. Avi Goel, Associate Director, G D Goenka Public School, Ghaziabad. The programme commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp, followed by a soulful Ganesh Vandana, creating an inspiring and auspicious beginning to the event.

Dr. Chandrasekhar engaged the students through an insightful address on Artificial Intelligence, innovation, digital education, and language technology. He highlighted the evolving role of technology in education and encouraged students to explore emerging technologies with curiosity, creativity, and a responsible mindset. The session offered students valuable perspectives on how AI can transform learning, communication, and various aspects of everyday life.

The workshop also emphasised the importance of effective communication, critical thinking, creativity, adaptability, and future-ready skills. Students were encouraged to look beyond conventional approaches, embrace innovation, and prepare themselves to become responsible contributors to a technology-driven world.

Principal Ms. Yogita Kapil motivated the learners to remain curious, ask questions, experiment with new ideas, and develop an innovative outlook. Her words reinforced the school's commitment to nurturing learners who are not only academically equipped but also prepared to navigate the opportunities and challenges of the future.

The workshop served as a meaningful platform for knowledge sharing, interaction, innovation, and collaboration, leaving students inspired to explore the possibilities of Artificial Intelligence and technology as powerful tools for learning and positive transformation.

The session beautifully reinforced the message: Learn today, innovate tomorrow, and lead the future.