First National Conference on School Transformation

Theme: The Transformation Roadmap: Scaling Quality, Community-Orientation and Innovation in Schools

A Joint Initiative by: Kathmandu University High School (KUHS) & Department of Inclusive Education, ECD and Professional Studies (DIEP), KU School of Education (KUSOED).

1. Rationale and Objectives

The landscape of 21st-century education demands a shift from traditional transactional models to innovative, inclusive, community-driven and scalable practices. This conference serves as a strategic bridge between research excellence (KUSOED) and praxis excellence (KUHS).

 

Key Objectives:

Knowledge Synthesis

To re-envision learning through expert keynotes on the "Transformative Potential of School Education" and "LAB School" concepts.

Best Practice Documentation

To provide a platform for schools to showcase proven methods that enhance student outcomes.

Innovation Pitching

To identify and catalyze scalable ideas that address quality gaps in the national school system.

Skills Development

To engage educators in specialized workshops covering inclusion, well-being, and contemporary pedagogy.

 

2. Participation Process

 

We invite educators, school leaders, and researchers to join us in three distinct capacities:

• Registration Fee: 1,000 per participant (applicable to all categories).
• Participation Tracks:
  1. Audience Member: Engage in workshops and discussions to bring insights back to you and your institution.
  2. Best Practice Presenter: A 5-minute presentation showcasing a successful initiative from your school (followed by a panel discussion).
  3. Innovation Pitcher: A 5-minute "pitch" focused on a transformative idea for scaling quality across grades (Pre-3, 4-8, or 9-12)

3. Detailed Program Schedule

Date: 29 Chaitra 2082

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM,

Venue: Kathmandu University High School (KUHS), Panuti, Chaukot

Time	Session Title	Description
8.00- 9.00	Registration and Breakfast	Participants shall gather and prepare for the conference proceedings.
09:00 – 09:30	Opening Ceremony	Welcome remarks and orientation.
09:30 – 10:00	Keynote I	The Transformative Potential of School Education: Re-envisioning Learning for the 21st Century.
10:00 – 11:30	Session: Best Practices	5-minute school presentations followed by a Panel Discussion.
11:30 – 12:30	Lunch Break	Networking and refreshments.
12:30 – 14:00	Session: Pitching Ideas	Scaling Quality & Innovation pitches (Levels: Pre-3, 4-8, 9-12) + Panel Discussion.
14:00 – 15:30	Breakout Workshops	Choose one of five themes: 1. STEAM & Place-based Pedagogy 2. Managing Inclusive Education 3. Student-Teacher Wellbeing 4. Dynamics of ECA and CCA 5. Exam Free Evaluation
15:30 – 16:00	Keynote II  Closing	LAB Schools as/for Educational Transformation Certificate Distribution.

 

4. Workshop Themes (Deep Dive)

Participants will select one specialized track for the 1.5-hour afternoon session:

• STEAM & Place-based Pedagogy: Connecting science/math/Arts to local environments.
• Inclusive Education: Practical strategies for managing diverse classrooms.
• Wellbeing: Prioritizing the mental and emotional health of both staff and students.
• ECA/CCA Dynamics: Integrating extracurricular activities into the core curriculum.
• Exam Free Evaluation: Moving away from high-stakes testing toward holistic evaluation.

For Detail:

Dr. Basu Prasad Subedi, Act. Head, DIEP, Cell-9849221306, 9701002694

Narad Rijal, Principal, KUHS, Cell-9851248353

 

Link for registration:

https://forms.gle/QixBNUh8ewRjjyJH7