Organised by Tetso College in collaboration with the Department of School Education, Government of Nagaland
Concept Note
Tetso College, in collaboration with the Department of School Education, Government of Nagaland, is hosting a one-day state-level event titled Dr. P. S. Lorin Education Conclave 2025: Enhancing Academic Capabilities for a Changing World, on November 1st, 2025, as part of the annual Dr. P. S. Lorin Lecture Series.
The conclave aims to bring together school principals, senior teachers, students, and education stakeholders from across Nagaland to engage in meaningful dialogue, build capacities, and spark academic innovation. It will serve as a platform to exchange knowledge, discuss pressing education issues, and explore strategies to navigate the rapidly evolving educational landscape shaped by the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
Over the years, during admission counselling, it has been observed that students often face difficulties in making informed choices about higher education pathways due to limited career guidance. Selecting programmes aligned with individual aspirations and future goals is crucial for student success. This conclave seeks to address such gaps by fostering interactions between educators, students, and policy experts, while providing both inspiration and practical knowledge to strengthen academic outcomes in the State.
In addition to panel discussions and expert-led workshops for educators, the 2025 conclave will feature a Leadership Development Programme for students of Classes 8 to 12, designed to build essential skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication. This student-focused component will empower young participants with the mindset and tools to become future-ready leaders in academics and beyond.
The event will also include education-themed stalls showcasing higher education programmes, skill-building opportunities, teaching innovations, and academic resources. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with representatives from various institutions and organisations, providing valuable insights into academic and career options.
Objectives of the Conclave
- To empower school leaders and senior educators with practical tools and strategies for academic excellence.
- To explore innovative teaching methodologies and adaptive learning practices for enhanced classroom engagement.
- To build leadership capacities among school administrators for institutional growth and transformation.
- To deepen understanding of NEP 2020 and its implications for both school and higher education systems.
- To strengthen career counselling frameworks within schools.
- To foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among educators across Nagaland.
- To engage students meaningfully through the Leadership Programme, preparing them for informed, responsible, and visionary futures.
- To provide a platform where students and educators can access education-related resources and opportunities through interactive stalls.
Key Highlights
- Expert sessions on innovative teaching methods to boost classroom engagement and student learning outcomes.
- Panel discussions on challenges and opportunities in school education, including shaping higher education goals and viable career pathways for students.
- Focused workshops on NEP 2020 implementation, multidisciplinary learning, experiential education, and inclusive practices.
- Leadership Development Programme for Class 8–12 students, fostering essential leadership and life skills.
- Education-themed stalls featuring higher education institutions, skill development organisations, and educational resources for direct participant engagement.
Date:
1st November (Saturday), 2025
Time:
10 AM onwards
Venue:
Tetso College, Sovima Campus
Target Audience: School Leaders & Educators
Recognising the importance of student involvement in academic discourse, selected high school and school students will be invited to participate in chosen sessions. This initiative aims to inspire young minds and offer them early exposure to the broader educational ecosystem. This initiative is aimed at Principals, Chairmen, and senior faculty members of Schools in Nagaland.
Tetso College extends a warm invitation to all education professionals across Nagaland to join this important initiative. Together, let us envision and create an empowered, future-ready educational environment for the learners of tomorrow.
About Tetso College, Dimapur:
Tetso College is affiliated to Nagaland University (NU), accredited by NAAC (National Assessment & Accreditation Council) and recognised under 2 (f)& 12(B) of the UGC Act 1956. Tetso College is a multidisciplinary PG college offering programs from the undergraduate to the postgraduate level in professional (MBA, BBA, BMus, BCA), humanities and commerce streams, with student demography across India.
The College was established in 1994 and is sponsored by the Council of Rengma Baptist Churches. Since its inception, Tetso College has been an institution for students from all backgrounds and walks of life who are driven and committed towards learning and lifelong excellence. Tetso College has been an innovator in higher education with top-ranked academic programmes aimed at promoting a global vision through its wide network of collaborations with both foreign and domestic universities and institutions, industry, government, media houses and NGOs to further the institution’s mission and vision.
The academic programmes are rigorous and demanding, and also encompass a wide variety of experiences and growth for the all-around development of students. It is grounded in digital learning and teaching through the integration of Google for Education, online courses, practical learning through internships, community outreach initiatives within the indigenous community and research development through the Department and student research projects. Some of the recently introduced academic programmes include Bachelor of Music, MA in Sociology, History and MBA, reflecting the institution’s commitment to academic innovation and diversity.
Tetso College has a diverse teaching and student profile, encompassing among its faculty recipients of scholarly achievements such as gold medalists and awardees of research projects in their respective disciplines. Tetso faculty, staff, and students come from not only the neighbouring states in the Northeast but across different states in India, allowing for cross-cultural learning and a diverse learning environment. The College offers Scholarships that are both merit and financial need-based for students. Tetso College takes its role seriously as an institution that promotes social mobility and the representation of the larger indigenous community.
The Tetso Alumni Network has a vast presence succeeding at the international, national and state front with many of its alumni in academia, pursuing higher education and as working professionals in the corporate, government and private sector.
Website - www.tetsocollege.edu.in
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About the Department of School Education, Government of Nagaland:
The Department of School Education, Nagaland, was established in 1964 and is responsible for overseeing primary, elementary, secondary, and higher secondary education throughout the state. Previously known as the Department of Education, it now functions independently after other divisions such as Higher & Technical Education and the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) were separated into distinct directorates.
With a strong emphasis on increasing literacy rates—which have risen significantly from 14% in 1961 to more than 80% today—the department manages over two thousand government schools, spanning primary to higher secondary levels. The aims and objectives of the Department revolve around formulating policies and programs based on the evolving needs of Nagaland’s society. Its principal goals include providing free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14, eradicating illiteracy and school dropout rates, improving school infrastructure, enriching syllabi, and imparting quality education. The Department also strives to ensure access to vocational, health, and environmental education and promotes parental engagement in the management of schools to foster communal responsibility and ownership.
Functionally, the Department is responsible for the overall administration, management, and supervision of educational institutions across the state. It oversees the activities of District and Sub-Divisional Education Officers, implements flagship programs such as Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA), and the Mid-Day Meal Scheme. Additionally, it monitors and evaluates educational initiatives, manages teacher training, and ensures the inclusion of children with special needs in the education system. By executing these functions, the Department plays a pivotal role in nurturing, regulating, and advancing the quality and reach of school education in Nagaland.
Website - www.education.nagaland.gov.in
