Hidden Pressures Students Carry Beyond Board Results

By Kavita Kerawalla, Vice Chairperson, VIBGYOR Group of Schools Every year, board exam results dominate headlines and dinner table conversations. Marks become shorthand for merit, potential, and even character. Yet, beyond the scorecards lies a quieter, heavier reality that students carry pressures that no report card can capture. Academic performance is only the visible tip of a much deeper emotional, social, and psychological burden. The Weight of Expectations For many students, the pressure begins long before they enter the examination hall. Expectations from parents, teachers, and society often turn education into a high-stakes performance. A nationwide survey by NCERT found... Read More

Finding the Courage to Continue

Grades can be measured, but grit can’t. Building resilience can help you turn challenges into chances to grow.  In this article, you can explore: ✅ The landscape: Why resilience matters now, more than ever✅ What does resilience really mean?✅ Real lives, real struggles: Stories of comebacks✅ How does resilience relate to mental health?✅ Growth mindset, gratitude, and happiness✅ Why do students need resilience more than ever?✅ Parents as everyday resilience coaches✅ Simple ways to build resilience: A 7-day plan When Yuvraj Singh stepped onto the cricket field after his battle with cancer, he showed that true victory lies in reclaiming... Read More

Kindness is Contagious. So is Courage!

Tackling bullying through empathy, empowerment, and everyday acts of bravery. In this article, you’ll discover: • Silence isn’t neutral; it is dangerous• Why bullying often goes unseen, especially online• A school’s role: Going beyond academics• More than lessons: Classroom as the frontline of change• Real stories, real solutions: What is working in India and globally• Building a culture, not just a policy• At home: Noticing what isn’t said• What can you as a parent do to help?• What can schools and teachers do? Meet Ravi. Ravi loved drawing. He would fill pages with animals, superheroes, and wild, wonderful things. But... Read More

Breaking the Silence: Encouraging Open Dialogue About Mental Health Among Students

Written by Ms. Srividya Iyer, Head of the Department for VIBGYOR Inclusive Education Cell & Career Counseling Cell In today's fast-paced and demanding academic environment, the pressure on students is immense. Balancing coursework, extracurricular activities, and personal life can take a toll on mental health, yet there still exists a stigma surrounding discussions on this vital topic. To break the silence, it is important to create an environment where students feel comfortable discussing their mental health issues. In this article, let us explore the importance of breaking the silence and fostering open dialogue about mental health within K-12 schools. The... Read More


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