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Inaugural Ceremony of School Leadership Bootcamp 2026
35 school leaders come together at Vijaybhoomi University
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JAGSoM at Vijaybhoomi University welcomed the inaugural cohort of the School Leadership Program 2026, bringing together 24 Principals, 7 Academic Heads, and 4 Directors, Trustees and School Owners representing 35 schools.
The cohort began its journey with a special welcome note from Prof. Jagdish Sheth, whose message established the larger purpose of the programme: to help educators move beyond managing schools to building resilient, future-ready institutions.
The opening keynote, “Building Future-Ready Schools: Strategy, Operations, AI and Institutional Excellence,” was delivered by Mr. Sanjay Padode, President, Vijaybhoomi University. The session examined how school leadership is being reshaped by changing learner expectations, emerging technologies and the growing complexity of institutional decision-making.
Designed as a rigorous two-day residential experience, the programme addressed the interconnected responsibilities school leaders navigate every day, including strategy, finance, governance, talent, student development, institutional reputation and long-term growth.
More than the beginning of a programme, the orientation marked the formation of a new peer community committed to strengthening the future of school education.
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Leadership in Action
Focused Sessions on Building Future-Ready Schools
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Six expert-led sessions equipped school leaders with practical frameworks for stronger institutions. Each session moved beyond discussion to give participants ideas, frameworks and approaches they could adapt within their own schools.
- School Finance & Sustainability
Led by Mr. Aditya Shah, MD &CEO, SIS Group of Schools, the session equipped leaders with practical approaches to financial planning, resource allocation and institutional sustainability.
- From Classrooms to Careers
Moderated by Ms. Meenakshi Kachroo Chatta, College Board, with Mr. Pranav Padode and Ms. Suman Gundu, the panel offered actionable perspectives on embedding career readiness and future skills into the student journey.
- School Growth & Reputation Management
Mr. Bhavin Shah, Director & CEO, EducationWorld, shared frameworks for strengthening institutional positioning, stakeholder trust and sustainable school growth.
- Staffing & Talent Excellence
Led by Dr. Shaji Kurian, Professor & Chairperson, JAGSoM, the session helped leaders rethink how schools attract, develop and retain high-performing teams.
- Student Agency & Development
Mr. Pranav Padode, CEO, keeplearning, and MD, SANKALP, explored practical ways to build schools around student potential, ownership and self-discovery.
- Governance & Strategic Leadership
Lt. Gen. Surendra Kulkarni, Former Director, Mayo College, Ajmer, offered frameworks for clearer governance, accountable decision-making and long-term institutional leadership.
From Learning to Application
The programme culminated in an intensive Case Study Discussion led by Prof. Edwin Moses, Professor, JAGSoM. Participants applied their learning to real institutional challenges, demonstrating how effectively they could translate leadership frameworks into practical decisions. The exercise brought the entire programme together, moving participants from insight and discussion to application and action.
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35 School Leaders. One Graduating Cohort
Beginning of a new leadership and alumni community
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The School Leadership Program 2026, organised by JAGSoM, Vijaybhoomi University in collaboration with EducationWorld, concluded with a formal Graduation Ceremony at Vijaybhoomi University.
Over two intensive days, participants strengthened their capabilities across the essential dimensions of institutional leadership: from strategy, finance and governance to talent excellence, student readiness, institutional growth and data-informed decision-making. The learning journey culminated in an intensive case study discussion where participants applied the perspectives and frameworks gained during the programme to real institutional challenges, with their performance forming the basis of academic assessment and recognition.
The cohort recorded strong academic outcomes:
- 18 participants graduated with Distinction
- 8 participants graduated with First Class
Each graduate received a Certificate of Merit from JAGSoM, an AACSB-accredited business school, along with Executive Education Credits marking the successful completion of the programme.
The ceremony was graced by Lt. Gen. Surendra Kulkarni, Former Director, Mayo College, Ajmer, as Chief Guest and joined by Dr. Ravikesh Srivastava, Vice Chancellor, Vijaybhoomi University; Dr. Suneel Gupta, Registrar, Vijaybhoomi University; faculty members, programme speakers and university leadership.
The ceremony celebrated more than the completion of a programme. It marked the beginning of a new alumni community, one connected by shared learning and a commitment to building stronger, future-ready schools.
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Onam at Vijaybhoomi
Celebration of culture, community and togetherness
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Vijaybhoomi University came alive with the colours, flavours and festive spirit of Keralam as students gathered to celebrate Onam together.
A vibrant Pookalam welcomed the community, while a traditional Sadhya served on banana leaves offered students an opportunity to experience the richness of Kerala’s culinary heritage. Spirited activities, including Tug of War and the Lemon and Spoon Race, filled the campus with laughter, energy and friendly competition.
What made the celebration truly memorable was the wholehearted participation of the students. From contributing to the preparations to serving the Sadhya to one another with warmth and care, they transformed the festival into a shared campus experience.
At Vijaybhoomi University, cultural celebrations are an important part of learning and community life. They encourage students to discover traditions beyond their own, appreciate India’s extraordinary diversity and experience how different cultures can bring people closer together.
The celebration reflected the true spirit of Onam: gratitude, togetherness, generosity and the joy of belonging to one community.
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For Not For International Debate Competition
Young voices. Powerful arguments. Global perspectives.
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For Not For 2026 returns for its seventh edition, bringing together school students to debate some of the most pressing questions shaping society and the world.
Organised by Vijaybhoomi University, For Not For is the University’s flagship international debate competition and India’s first university-led international online debate competition for high school students. Since its inception, the competition has welcomed more than 200 participants from over 100 national and international schools. Conducted in the British Parliamentary Debate format, FNF challenges participants to analyse complex motions, build structured arguments, respond thoughtfully to opposing perspectives, and communicate their ideas with clarity and conviction.
The competition has two participation categories:
- Junior Category: Grades 9 and 10, conducted entirely online.
- Senior Category: Grades 11 and 12, with the preliminary and quarterfinal rounds conducted online, followed by the semifinals and finals at Vijaybhoomi University.
Each team consists of two students. Beyond prizes and recognition, participants gain something more enduring: the confidence to question assumptions, consider different perspectives, and defend their ideas with reason and respect.
The online preliminary rounds will be held on 12-13 September 2026. The Senior Category semifinals and finals will take place on campus at Vijaybhoomi University on 2-3 October 2026.
Last date to register: 5 September 2026
Explore FNF 2026 and Register Here
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