School Updates & NIOS Teacher Bridge Course | October 5, 2026
Top Education News Today: School Programmes, Student Activities & NIOS Teacher Bridge Course
The education sector continues to see schools and institutions focus on student development, teacher training, awareness and career preparation. Here are some of the key education updates featured in the October 5, 2026 edition.
DPS Chandigarh Conducts Gender Sensitivity Programme for Educators
DPS Chandigarh organised a Capacity Building Programme on Gender Sensitivity for educators on October 3. The session focused on gender equality, inclusivity, stereotypes, unconscious bias and equal opportunities.
Educators participated in discussions and reflective activities aimed at creating classrooms where every learner feels respected and valued. The programme also highlighted the important role teachers play in developing empathy, dignity and equality among students.
DC Montessori Organises University Campus Visit
DC Montessori School, Manimajra, organised an open house campus visit to Amity University, Punjab, for Class 12 students from the science and commerce streams.
The visit gave students an opportunity to explore the university environment and learn about academic programmes, courses and career options after Class 12. Students also interacted with university representatives and discussed different higher-education pathways.
Moti Ram Arya School Holds Disaster Management Training
Moti Ram Arya Modern Public School organised a Capacity Building Programme on disaster management for teachers. The programme focused on improving awareness, preparedness and responsible action during emergencies.
The training provided educators with useful insights into disaster preparedness while reinforcing the school's commitment to professional development and maintaining a safe school environment.
Sant Nirankari Public School Conducts ‘Say No to Drugs’ Campaign
Sant Nirankari Public School, Nirankari Colony, conducted a ‘Say No to Drugs’ awareness campaign as part of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
The campaign focused on educating students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encouraging healthy living, self-discipline and responsible citizenship. Students and teachers also took a pledge to lead drug-free lives.
Poster-making and slogan-writing competitions further encouraged students to express their views against drug abuse.
NIOS Introduces Bridge Course for Primary Teachers
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has introduced a six-month certificate Bridge Course in Primary Teacher Education for eligible in-service primary teachers.
The course is aimed at teachers appointed to teach Classes I to V who hold a B.Ed degree but do not have a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), subject to the eligibility framework mentioned in the report.
The programme will be delivered through Open and Distance Learning and includes theory courses covering child development, educational psychology, curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, languages, mathematics and the world around us. It also includes school-based practical experience.
According to the report, around 76,000 teachers have registered for the course, with Madhya Pradesh accounting for the highest number of teachers covered.
Education Updates at a Glance
From professional development for educators to career exposure for senior-school students and awareness programmes for young learners, these initiatives highlight the growing focus on holistic education, teacher preparedness and student wellbeing.
These were some of the key school and education updates from the October 5, 2026 edition.
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Top Education News Today: School Programmes, Student Activities & NIOS Teacher Bridge Course
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Read the latest education news from October 5, 2026, featuring school initiatives on gender sensitivity, university exposure, disaster management, drug awareness, and the new NIOS Bridge Course for primary teachers.
