“Mental health matters. Mental health is a priority. Mental is non-negotiable.”
At RKK, the physical and mental health of students is given immense importance. In order to promote the mental health of our students and to provide our teachers with practical knowledge of how to work on improving mental health of our students, a Capacity Building Program on Student Mental Health and Well-being was organised on March 14, 2026, at Rajmata Krishna Kumari Girls' Public School, Jodhpur, under the aegis of the Central Board of Secondary Education, Centre of Excellence, Ajmer. The workshop started with lighting the lamp by our respected Resource Persons, Dr. Sangeet Sharma and Ms Mamta Sharma, and our respected Deans. The objective of the workshop was to sensitize teachers regarding the importance of students' mental health and to provide them with practical knowledge. Through interactive discussions and activities, growing importance of mental well-being in the lives of students was highlighted.
The workshop was conducted in four engaging sessions, each of 90 mins focussing on an important aspect of student mental health.
Session one started with discussion on definition of mental health, types of stress, a connecting talk with students and types of empathy. After this discussion teachers did a questionnaire to reflect upon their own mental health. Teachers were encouraged to reflect on their own emotional well-being and recognize how self-awareness helps in building empathy towards students.
Second session talked about the importance of spotting early signs of stress, anxiety, or emotional distress in students. Teachers were encouraged to look for changes in behaviour, like withdrawal, lack of focus, sudden mood swings, or a drop in academic performance. Recognizing these early warning signs could help teachers offer support quickly majorly with school counsellor and prevent more serious mental health issues.
The third session talked about the crucial role of a strong support system in a child’s life. Family, friends, teachers, and the school environment should work together as a team to make a student feel important and valued. During final session the concept of a School-Based Mental Health Programme was introduced. The resource person Dr Sangeet discussed how schools can actively promote mental well-being through counselling support, awareness programs, and a positive school environment that encourages emotional expression and resilience among students.
The training program proved to be highly informative for the faculty members. It reinforced the idea that when students feel emotionally supported and safe, mentally healthy, they are better able to learn, grow, and become responsible adults.
