NAYAGARH: (Report- Ramakrushna Rath): The Sri Ramakrishna Adarsha Sikhya Kendra, situated near the Housing Board colony in Nayagarh, successfully held its annual "Matru Sammilani" (Mothers' Conference). The event focused on the vital role parents play in the education and character building of their children. 
Nayagarh: Sri Ramakrishna School Hosts Inspiring Annual Mothers’ Conference

Distinguished Guests and Speakers

The meeting took place under the leadership of the school’s Founder Secretary, Sridhar Sahoo. The event featured prominent guests who shared their wisdom with the attendees. Ramchandra Mohapatra, a retired English teacher known for his experience in education, joined the session as a guest. Additionally, noted social worker Sarasibala Das attended the conference. Both guests spoke extensively about the mother's role in a child's progress. They emphasized that a mother is the first teacher and the primary influence on a child’s development.

Guidance for Better Parenting

Secretary Sridhar Sahoo addressed the gathering with a powerful message about parenting. He stated that becoming an excellent parent is not an easy task. It requires hard work, dedication, and deep commitment. He discussed various formulas and methods that parents can adopt to guide their children toward a bright future.
The Headmistress of the school, Priyambada Mahapatra, also played a crucial role in the session. She presented a list of 20 specific awareness tips to the parents. These guidelines aim to help parents monitor their children's daily progress and improve their overall growth.

Shared Responsibility

A major topic of discussion was the shared responsibility between the home and the school. The speakers highlighted that parents and teachers (Guruji and Guruma) must work together. Neither can succeed alone. The group agreed that the development of a child depends on the combined efforts of the family and the school faculty.
The conference also addressed a common modern issue: time management. The speakers urged parents to spend more quality time with their children at home. This personal attention is essential for the child's mental and emotional well-being.
The event concluded on a positive note. Teachers Ranjan Guruji and Shobha Guruma managed the stage proceedings and ensured the program ran smoothly. Finally, the Joint Secretary of the school, Santosh Kumar Nayak, offered a formal vote of thanks to the guests, parents, and staff for making the conference a success.