Workshop & Seminar for Teachers

Conferences, workshops, and seminars play a significant role in a person’s life. They are platforms not only to learn new aspects, gain different perspectives and latest information, but also an excellent way of networking.

CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAMME ON KAUSHAL VIKAS

On 29 September 2026, Ms. Kiran Sibal, Coordinator, IX–X, Cambridge School, Noida, attended a Capacity Building Programme on the Kaushal Vikas Textbook at Arwachin Bharti Bhawan Senior Secondary School, Delhi. The programme explored the objectives, content, pedagogy and implementation of Kaushal Vikas, with a focus on integrating skill-based education with classroom learning, experiential activities and vocational exposure. Eminent resource persons, including Dr C. B. Mishra and Ms. Sonia Bhatia, shared insights into effective textbook use and approaches to make learning more practical, experiential, skill-oriented and relevant.

CBSE District Level Deliberations Workshop on Computational Thinking and AI

On 19 September 2026, Ms. Sandhya Puri and Ms. Vinoo Mehta attended the CBSE District Level Deliberations Workshop at Father Agnel School, Sector 62, Noida, focusing on integrating Computational Thinking and Artificial Intelligence across Grades III–VIII. The workshop explored approaches aligned with NEP 2020 and NCF-SE 2023, along with innovative, peer-led teaching practices. Ms. Sandhya Puri presented ‘Predictive Techniques: Classifying Fruits and Vegetables Using AI and Orange Data Mining’, demonstrating AI-based classification for classroom learning. The workshop provided practical ideas for fostering computational thinking, problem-solving and AI literacy among students

InspirEd 2026

The Society for Advancement of Education (SAE) annually organises InspirED, a professional development programme for educators across all Cambridge Schools. Designed to promote lifelong learning, collaboration, and innovation in education, InspirED brings together experts, practitioners, and teachers to engage in meaningful dialogue on contemporary educational practices and emerging pedagogical approaches.

InspirED 2026 commenced on 9 May with the Beeba Sobti Heritage Walk at Humayun’s Tomb, where teachers explored the history and architecture of the monument through an immersive experiential learning experience. The main programme was hosted by Cambridge School Noida from 16 to 29 May 2026 and was inaugurated with a plenary session, ‘The Art of Balancing: Parenting and Teaching’, by Ms. Anu Behl Roy and ‘Joyful Learning’ by Mr. Manish Jain. The programme concluded with the plenary session ‘Ganga’s Curse’ by Mr. Kapil Pandey.

Over the course of the programme, four to five workshops were conducted simultaneously each day across multiple venues within the school campus, enabling educators from different disciplines and grade levels to participate in specialised learning experiences. The sessions covered a wide spectrum of themes including statistics in daily life, financial literacy, stress management, competency-based assessment design, interdisciplinary learning, probability, dialogue-based mathematics teaching, learner-centred classrooms, inclusive education, communication skills, and the use of art as a stimulus for writing. Several workshops focused on innovation and emerging technologies, including sessions on Artificial Intelligence in Education, Bringing Classroom Concepts Alive with AI, and 3D Printing in Education.

Teachers also engaged in workshops such as Story of Numbers, Why Are Some Sounds Musical?, Design Challenge, Cycle ki Kahani, Exploring Students’ Assessment Data – Why Averages Fail?, Bringing Disciplines into Conversation, and 100 Years of Dilli. Specialised sessions were conducted for language, mathematics, science, social science, arts, and interdisciplinary research programme teachers, ensuring meaningful professional development across domains. The programme concluded with a team-building activity involving staff members from across Cambridge Schools, reinforcing the spirit of collaboration that lies at the heart of InspirED. Through its diverse workshops, plenary sessions, and shared learning experiences, InspirED 2026 reaffirmed SAE’s commitment to nurturing reflective practitioners and empowering educators to create engaging, inclusive, and future-ready learning environments.

InspirED’2026: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

DATA VISUALISATION WORKSHOP

Ms. Sheetal Mittal (Vice Principal, CSN) and Mr. Nikhil Kher (TGT Mathematics, CSS) facilitated a Level-1 Data Visualisation workshop at Cambridge School, Srinivaspuri, on May 5, 2026. Prior to the session, teachers completed a Google Form to categorize their proficiency; those at the “Explorer” level (Level-1) were selected to attend. Following a successful iteration at Cambridge School Noida on April 24, 2026 the resource persons guided 33 participants through the transition from analysing raw data to mastering Excel tools like Nested IF statements, conditional formatting, and page break previews. Beyond technical proficiency, the session challenged teachers to consider the impact of extreme values on statistical averages. Participants lauded the workshop as both a vital refresher and an introduction to advanced features like conditional formatting and page break previews, significantly strengthening their professional capacity for efficient data management and reporting.

ANNUAL CSR PARTNERS MEET, VIMARSH 2.0

The Annual CSR Partners Meet, VIMARSH 2.0, organised by the Wellspur Foundation, was held from 29 April to 1 May 2026 in Coimbatore. Representing Cambridge School, Noida, Gargi Singh of Class IX F, along with Ms. Kiran Sibal, participated virtually on 29 April 2026. During the session, they shared their experiences of Project YES and highlighted its positive impact on students’ confidence and overall development. Gargi also presented eco-friendly bags created from used denim clothing, reflecting creativity, sustainability, and innovation. The presentation was attended by nearly 200 participants and was widely appreciated by the audience.

WEBINAR ON “OUR POWER, OUR PLANET”

To commemorate Earth Day 2026, the Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education organised a national-level webinar on the theme “Our Power, Our Planet” under the aegis of Eco Clubs for Mission LiFE on 22 April 2026. The session was attended by Ms. Kiran Sibal, TGT Social Science.

The webinar highlighted the concept of Mission LiFE and encouraged sustainable lifestyle practices such as reducing waste, conserving resources, and adopting eco-friendly habits. The importance of Eco Clubs in promoting student-led environmental initiatives, including plantation drives and waste management activities, was also emphasised. Participants were reminded of the urgent need for sustainable living, noting that humanity is currently consuming resources equivalent to 1.8 Earths, and were encouraged to adopt mindful consumption practices to help protect the planet.

INTACH TEACHERS’ TRAINING WORKSHOP

An enriching two-day Teachers’ Training Workshop was organised by INTACH in collaboration with NCERT on 20–21 April 2026 at INTACH, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi. The workshop witnessed the participation of teachers from over 20 schools across Delhi, including Mr. Rajdeep Jain, TGT Social Science at Cambridge School, Noida. The programme aimed to promote the integration of heritage, arts, and culture into classroom teaching through interactive sessions, museum visits, heritage conservation activities, and collaborative lesson-planning exercises. Resource persons including Dr Swapna Liddle, Dr Ritu Sethi, Mr Sandeep Sethi, and Dr Jyotsana Tiwari shared valuable insights on heritage education, experiential learning, crafts, and culturally responsive pedagogy, making the workshop highly informative and inspiring.

BASKETBALL COACHES CLINIC

Mr Akash Kumar Jha, Basketball Coach at Cambridge School, attended an exclusive Basketball Coaches Clinic on 11 April 2026 at the BSES Basketball Academy. The clinic was organised by the Dribble Academy Foundation in collaboration with the Delhi Basketball Association and BSES Basketball Academy. 

The session was led by Coach Max Gvozdenovic, a UK-based professional associated with leading clubs such as the London Lions. During the two-hour intensive programme, participants were introduced to advanced tactical methodologies and international coaching standards. The clinic provided valuable exposure to global best practices in basketball coaching and training.

A SESSION ON STORY TELLING

A session on Storytelling as Pedagogy was organised by CBSE at St. Xavier’s World School, Ghaziabad, on March 6, 2026. The session was led by Mr. Karam Sodhi and Ms. Poonam Sahnan, who highlighted how storytelling can make classroom learning more engaging, relatable, and enjoyable for students. The session was attended by Ms. Bindu Muralidharan,TGT Science.

Through demonstrations, activities, and discussions, they shared simple ways to weave storytelling into everyday teaching. Teachers also exchanged ideas and experiences, making the session lively and collaborative. Overall, it was an enriching experience that inspired participants to make their lessons more meaningful and impactful through storytelling in class.

CBSE CBP ON COMPETENCY-BASED ASSESSMENT (MATHEMATICS)

Mr. Vinay Gupta attended a two-day Capacity Building Programme on Competency-Based Assessment (Secondary Level) – Mathematics organised by the Central Board of Secondary Education from 20–21 February 2026 at City Vocational Public School, Meerut.

The workshop was conducted by the CBSE Training IT Unit, CBSE Centre of Excellence Noida, with Mr. Vipin Kumar as the resource person. The sessions focused on competency-based assessment practices in secondary-level mathematics and included several interactive and activity-based learning modules. The programme helped participants gain a clearer understanding of competency-based evaluation methods and provided practical strategies for strengthening mathematics teaching and assessment practices in the classroom.

CBSE CBP ON COMPETENCY-BASED ASSESSMENT (SCIENCE)

Ms. Arpita Paul attended a two-day Capacity Building Programme on Competency-Based Assessment for Secondary Level Science, conducted on 19–20 February 2026 at Indirapuram Public School, Indirapuram, under the aegis of the Central Board of Secondary Education.

The workshop was facilitated by Ms. Renuka D Bansal and Mr. Karunesh Kumar Shukla, who guided participants through discussions and activities on designing effective competency-based assessments. The sessions focused on constructing quality questions aligned with learning outcomes, framing higher-order MCQs and free-response questions, and identifying common limitations of traditional assessments.

Participants also engaged in collaborative tasks to design assessment items and develop rubrics aligned with performance indicators. The programme provided practical insights into creating meaningful evaluation tools that support conceptual understanding and outcome-based learning.

CBSE CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAMME ON SKILL EDUCATION

Ms. Gurjeet Kaur attended a Central Board of Secondary Education Capacity Building Programme on the implementation of Skill Education on 12 February 2026 at Vishwa Bharti Public School, Noida. The session focused on the implementation of Kaushal Bodh activity books in alignment with the National Curriculum Framework 2023.

The workshop was conducted by Ms. Veena Mishra and Ms. Archana Jain, who shared insights on vocational exposure for students through project-based learning across Grades VI–VIII. The session highlighted portfolio-based assessment, project work across three domains of work, and the organisation of a Kaushal Mela to showcase student learning.

The programme also included collaborative activities where participants prepared sample implementation plans, providing practical strategies for integrating skill education within the school curriculum.

INDIA TODAY EDUCATION CONCLAVE

The India Today Education Conclave 2026 was held on 9 February at Hotel Le Meridien, New Delhi. Our Principal, Ms. Surabhi Bhargav was a featured speaker at the event. She participated in a panel discussion titled “AI in Classrooms: Promise, Perils and Possibilities.”

The conclave brought together leading educationists, policymakers, and experts to discuss the future of learning in India. During the discussion, she highlighted the responsible and student-centric use of Artificial Intelligence in education, emphasising that while AI can act as a powerful teaching aid and support teachers, the human connection, mentorship, and critical thinking developed through teachers remain irreplaceable. Her insights reflected a balanced vision for integrating technology in classrooms.

NATIONAL PROGRESSIVE SCHOOLS CONFERENCE

Ms. Kritii Taneja, Wellness Teacher and School Counsellor, attended the National Progressive Schools Conference on 6 February 2026 at the India International Centre. The conference brought together educators and policymakers to discuss ethical citizenship, student well-being, and future-ready education.

The event was inaugurated by Dr. Shashi Tharoor, who emphasised the role of education in shaping responsible citizens. Panel discussions highlighted the importance of values-based education, emotional well-being in schools, and aligning teaching practices with evolving frameworks such as NEP 2020. The conference concluded with a dance performance inspired by the traditional Mayurbhanj Chhau, reflecting a connection with nature and culture.