The management of Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) has conducted an exclusive train the trainer session for school proprietors and principals of North-West on leadership, education and sustainable development. The event gathered education leaders from neighboring states as Kaduna and Jigawa states.
Delivering the opening remarks, Ms. Sarada Maganti, the Director of Public and Government Relations (DOPR) at Skyline University Nigeria, welcomed participants and emphasized the university’s unwavering commitment to advancing quality education and leadership across the North-West region. She highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in achieving sustainable development goals and commended the attending proprietors and principals for their dedication to transforming the educational sector. Ms. Maganti noted that by empowering school leaders with the right tools and knowledge, SUN aims to create a ripple effect that will positively impact students, educators, and the broader society.
During the first session, the Vice-Chancellor of Skyline University Nigeria, Prof. Ajith Kumar V. V., delivered an insightful presentation on the topic, ‘Future-Ready Schools: Leadership, Innovation and Sustainable Growth in Education.’ He emphasized the need for school leaders to embrace transformative leadership practices that prepare educational institutions for the evolving demands of the 21st century. He then highlighted the importance of fostering innovation, adaptability, and ethical governance to build resilient schools capable of driving sustainable development within their communities.
In another engaging session, Dr. Raghu Yadaganti, a lecturer in the Department of Management at SUN, presented on ‘AI Tools in School Management: A Leadership Approach.’ He explored the growing role of artificial intelligence in enhancing administrative efficiency and decision-making within educational institutions. Dr. Yadaganti demonstrated how AI can support school leaders in areas such as performance tracking, resource management, and personalized learning. He urged participants to leverage technology not only as a tool for modernization but also as a catalyst for strategic and informed leadership.
The sessions were designed to equip participants with advanced skills in educational leadership and sustainability practices, emphasizing the need for inclusive, future-forward education systems. By targeting proprietors and principals—the decision-makers and influencers in schools—the training aimed to foster a trickle-down effect that would benefit teachers, students, and entire learning communities.
In their various remarks after the sessions, the participants applauded the university management for putting together a powerful and insightful session.
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