Education

Introduction With climate change and resource depletion dominating global concerns, schools have a crucial role in preparing students to face these challenges. One effective way to achieve this is by incorporating sustainability into the core curriculum. Teaching students about sustainability helps develop environmentally conscious habits and prepares them to take meaningful action for the planet’s future. Sustainability is increasingly becoming part of academics. Schools across the globe are recognizing the need to teach environmental responsibility as a fundamental skill. While extracurricular efforts like eco-clubs and green initiatives are commendable, integrating sustainability into routine learning will have a greater impact. Countries like Finland, Sweden, and Canada are leading in green education, incorporating sustainability into their curriculums. Why should sustainability be in the core curriculum? Habit formation: Like languages or maths, sustainability must be practiced regularly. When students learn and apply sustainable habits early, they become a part of their daily lives.

Imagine being denied the right to learn simply because of your circumstances or where you live. For Nara (*Name changed to protect identity) from Afghanistan, this was her reality. After formal education for girls was banned beyond Grade 6, her dreams of continuing school seemed impossible. K12 Schools stepped in, providing a safe, flexible, and high-quality online learning environment tailored to her needs. Today, Nara is a Grade 8 student, studying through our Cambridge-certified curriculum and on track to take her board exams in two years. Her journey is a powerful reminder of how accessible education can transform lives and create pathways to a brighter future. K12 Schools is at the forefront of advancing Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) by breaking barriers and providing globally recognized and locally relevant education to underserved communities. As registered partners with USAID and collaborators with UNICEF, we are committed to ensuring no child

Education is the cornerstone of a nation’s development, and in India, its transformative power is crucial to empowering millions of young minds. However, systemic challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, lack of access to quality teaching, and socioeconomic barriers persist, especially in rural and underserved areas. To address these gaps, corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives by Indian companies have emerged as a powerful catalyst in transforming the education landscape. These efforts are enabling access to quality education, promoting digital learning, and fostering skill development in areas that need it the most. Bridging the Educational Divide The Indian Constitution guarantees the Right to Education (RTE), yet the implementation faces numerous hurdles, particularly in rural areas. Overcrowded classrooms, lack of basic facilities, and untrained teachers impede learning outcomes. CSR initiatives are increasingly stepping in to address these deficiencies by creating robust education programs that aim to leave a lasting impact. Supporting Access to

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is becoming more central to societal expectations from commercial organizations, and spending a certain percentage of corporate income on societal welfare has received the support of legislative sanction in 2014. – Vatika Singh Quality Education, enlisted as Goal 4 under UN SDGs (SDG4), aims to “Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” by 2030. In this context, the National Education Policy 2020 was laid down as the 1st Education Policy of the 21st century, aiming to address the many growing developmental imperatives of the country. The policy provided for revising and revamping all aspects of the education structure. By leveraging CSR initiatives and addressing key challenges, rural education in India can make significant strides towards enhancing quality and accessibility, empowering communities, and fostering inclusive and sustainable development, says Grant Thorton’s report. Many corporations have taken important steps through their CSR

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming the educational landscape of India. Four years into its implementation, the policy is beginning to shape the future of education, propelled by the concerted efforts of the government and various educational bodies. Background and Vision The NEP 2020 emphasises a holistic, flexible, multidisciplinary approach to education that aligns with the needs of the 21st century. The policy’s vision is to transform India into a global knowledge superpower by providing high-quality education to all and achieving equitable and inclusive education goals. The government’s commitment to this transformative exercise is evident through initiatives like the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for the Foundational Stage (FS) 2022, NCF School Education 2023, the National Credit Framework (NCrF), and 50 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Projects such as Vidyanjali, aimed at supporting government/governmentaided schools and PM Shree, focusing on identifying and developing