Monday, October 19, 2020

Why do we need mentors like Mrs. Sumitra Mitter?

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.


3 comments:

Debopom Saha said...

Principal Sumitra Mitter is a very inspiring teacher and principal of Arun Nursery School. She is very innovative and have a great experience in teaching. She is very energetic and wants to bring positive change in present education system where kids are treated as puppets. Her thoughts of developing a kid not only in terms of bookish knowledge but also in terms of moral, spiritual, physical, and aesthetic education. She is a true mentor and can provide best elementary teaching for your children. These qualities makes Principal Sumitra Mitter a best mentor and Arun Nursery School, the best Nursery School in Kolkata.

Dhrubajit Kundu said...

Good article. Mrs. Sumitra Mitter has been doing a great job. Education is the most important thing I believe that comes after health. Here, the principal of Arun Nursery School, Mrs. Mitter being a teacher feels the same, and hence under her supervision Arun Nursery School has become the most promising preschool for children. Her contributions are really appreciable.

Subhadeep said...

I agree with the author of the blog. I have also heard many good things about Arun Nursery School..Especially the principal Sumitra Mitter who is a gem of a person. She has quite a new approach to teaching: She fosters learning in a new and different approach and does not follow the conventional school formula of learning. Her husband Mr. Ranjan Mitter( Principal of The Future Foundation School) is also doing a similar kind of work in Future foundation school. Seem like imparting good quality education among children run in their family. According to parents, all the kids there get equal attention and they are very happy with the way classes are conducted here. Highly recommended if anyone looking for a good nursery school