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07-08-2026- ONE DAY ORIENTATION FOR NCSC SELECTED SCHOOL TEACHERS

 National Children’s Science Congress – 2026 DISTRICT LEVEL ORIENTATION

“Science and Innovation for Sustainability”

A One-Day Orientation Programme for NTR District Science Teachers was organized on 07 August 2026 (Friday) at Mummadi Hall, Andhra Loyola College (Autonomous), Vijayawada, in collaboration with the Department of School Education, Department of Botany and Chemistry, and IQAC of Andhra Loyola College, with the support of the Department of Science & Technology, Government of Andhra Pradesh.

The programme was organized to orient and motivate teachers towards the National Children’s Science Congress (NCSC) 2026 and to promote scientific thinking, innovation, research-based learning, and sustainability among school students. Around 300 selected Science teachers from Government and Private schools actively participated in the programme. All Mandal Educational Officers (MEOs) and District Science Officers (DSOs) were also present and extended their support to the programme.

The programme commenced with a Prayer Song, followed by the Welcome Address by Rev. Fr. Arul Jothi, SJ, II Vice Principal, Andhra Loyola College. Rev. Fr. Dr. A. Francis Xavier, SJ, Correspondent, Andhra Loyola College, and Mrs. I. Chandrakala, District Educational Officer (DEO), NTR District, delivered their messages and encouraged teachers to actively promote scientific investigation and innovation among children.

The Theme of the Day was presented by the resource persons Dr. B. Siva Kumari, I Vice Principal, Andhra Loyola College, and Dr. B. Bala Karuna Kumar, Dept. of Chemistry,ALC  highlighting the importance of Science and Innovation for Sustainability and encouraging teachers to guide students in identifying local problems and developing innovative, sustainable solutions. 

The importance of NCSC and INSPIRE explained by Dr. M.ynum Hussain, State Academic Coordinator, NCSC–2026. The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Sri. Picheswara Rao, DSO, NTR DT., NCSC–2026.

Overall, the orientation programme served as an effective platform for capacity building of Science teachers, strengthening scientific temper among students, and encouraging innovative projects addressing environmental, social, health, and sustainability-related challenges. The active participation of approximately 300 teachers, along with MEOs and DSOs, contributed significantly to the success of the programme.

06-08-2026- FRESHES DAY CELEBRATIONS

Freshers’ Day Programme – Department of Botany

The Department of Botany, Andhra Loyola College (Autonomous), Vijayawada, organized a Freshers’ Day Programme for the newly joined First Year students on 06 August 2026 at the Botany Laboratory.

The programme was organized to warmly welcome the new students and provide them with an opportunity to interact with the faculty and senior students in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere. Dr. Rose Mary, Head of the Department of Botany, Dr. B. Siva Kumari, Vice Principal, along with senior faculty members Mrs. S. Sailaja, Dr. G. Ramesh, and Dr. Kranthi Kumar, actively participated in the programme.

The Second Year Botany students also took an active role in organizing and participating in the celebrations. The programme provided a valuable opportunity for interaction, bonding, and sharing of experiences between senior and junior students.

The event was conducted in a joyful and welcoming atmosphere, helping the First Year students feel comfortable and develop a sense of belonging to the Department of Botany and the Loyola family.