We spend a large part of our lives under the guidance of teachers who play a very vital role in shaping our future. Teachers not only provide us education but also guide us and show the path which will lead to success and prosperity. Mrs. Sumitra Mitter is one such teacher and mentor who has been an inspiration to hundreds of students. She is the Principal of Arun Nursery school, a pre-primary school in Kolkata. It is her vision and out of the box thinking that has made her school stand out of the league. The following facts about her would make you realise why she is one of the great mentors of our times.
What makes her the best?
Experienced : Mrs. Sumitra Mitter started working as a teacher in the Informatics and Computer Systems department of a school in 1989. She has been associated with Education. Over the years she has contributed to HR, Accounts and Administration over the years. Her doggedness, ideation and single minded dedication led to her becoming firstly a member of the Working Committee of Sri Aurobindo Institute of Culture, then Trustee of Arun Nursery Trust and finally Principal of Arun Nursery School in 2016.
New approach of teaching: She fosters learning in a new and different approach and does not follow the conventional school formula of learning. This has allowed her to incorporate all the modern approaches to teaching-learning in her school. The School has turned into an exceptional elementary school under her guidance.
Humble nature: “To love to learn is the most precious gift that one can give to a child” is the mantra of Arun Nursery School which is mentored by Mrs. Sumitra Mitter and her team of teachers who are humble, kind, intelligent and loving to all the children. The school indulges in new techniques of teaching like theme education, outdoor teaching, and encourages holistic development including physical, aesthetic, moral and spiritual education.
A true mentor: A good mentor is one who not only gives us knowledge but also makes a person capable of identifying his strengths and conquering his weaknesses. Elementary education is the root of a child’s schooling life and that should be given in a way that the child does not feel burdened by it. A child should not fear a teacher but should respect her and be inspired by her. Mrs Sumitra Mitter possesses all these qualities and works hard so that every child in her school is given the utmost care and attention so that they receive happy and healthy learning. Her story is also inspiring for all who want to make education their vocation and passion.
A child’s future can either bloom and grow or wither and fall depending upon the quality of education he is given. Therefore, it is important to look up to a capable mentor who possesses all the qualities that are necessary to nourish the capabilities of teachers and children. The end result is that the child can realise his dreams in life with unmistakable elan.