Hyderabad, 5th January 2024: - Actor, producer and philanthropist, Lakshmi Manchu’s Teach for Change teams up with Pegasystems India to roll out a holistic development programme at Government primary Schools in Jafferguda in Hyderabad, Telangana. The inauguration ceremony of the renovated Government Primary School in Jafferguda was graced by Chairperson of Teach for Change Lakshmi Manchu, Mr,Ddharaniikota Ssuyodhan, Lead Counsel for India & International Corporate Law at Pegasystems, and Rohini Devi, District Education Officer Hyderabad. The ceremony marked the kick- start of a holistic development programme of the many such schools in the region.
The enhancements envisaged include the construction of a boundary wall, stage, borewell, painting, artwork and other essential amenities, creating a conducive learning environment for the students. Teach for Change, under the leadership of Lakshmi Manchu, has been at the forefront in various educational initiatives while Pegasystems, represented by Ddharaniikota Ssuyodhan, has been a principal CSR partner of Teach for Change.
Speaking about the initiative, Lakshmi Manchu, Chairperson & Founder Teach for Change, stated, “I’m eternally grateful to Pegasystems India to embark on such a lofty mission with Teach for Change. What you saw at Jafferguda is just the beginning of a very long journey. We are committed to bring change to every student in need, one life at time and we will relentlessly pursue this mission. Partners like Pegasystems is like the wind beneath our wings and its very reassuring”.
In the academic year 2023-24, the organization reached an impressive milestone, impacting 10,935 students across 243 smart classrooms. The dedicated efforts of 464 volunteers have played a crucial role in supporting and teaching in government schools across three states. These endeavours are part of a larger mission to enhance the quality of education in government schools and create positive ripples in the education sector.
The inauguration ceremony was not just a celebration of infrastructural development but also a testament to the collaborative efforts of Teach for Change, Pegasystems, and the local educational authorities. This collective effort showcases the power of partnerships in driving positive change in education, making a lasting impact on the lives of thousands of students.
