Education Department (Primary)

The Primary Education Department of the Zilla Parishad in Raigad is primarily responsible for ensuring and improving the quality of primary education in the rural areas of the district. Here are its key functions in brief:

Management of Primary Schools: It oversees and manages Zilla Parishad primary schools, including their establishment, maintenance, and overall administration.

Teacher Management: This involves the appointment of primary teachers, their transfers, promotions, training, and supervision to ensure effective teaching.

Curriculum Implementation: The department ensures that the prescribed curriculum is effectively taught in schools and implements measures to improve academic quality.

Student Enrollment and Retention: A core function is to achieve 100% enrollment of children in the 6-14 age group and ensure their regular attendance in schools, particularly in rural and disadvantaged communities.

Distribution of Resources: It is responsible for providing free textbooks, uniforms, and other educational materials to students as per government schemes.

Implementation of Government Schemes: The department implements various state and centrally sponsored schemes like the Mid-Day Meal Scheme (Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman Yojana), Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan), and schemes for children with special needs.

Infrastructure Development: It looks after the construction, repair, and maintenance of school buildings, and strives to provide facilities like digital classrooms and e-learning resources.

Quality Improvement Initiatives: The department undertakes various initiatives to enhance the quality of education, such as conducting student personality competitions, sports competitions, providing extra guidance, and encouraging innovative teaching methods.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Regular inspections of schools are conducted to ensure they meet educational standards, monitor the implementation of programs, and evaluate their effectiveness.

Social Welfare and Inclusivity: It works towards ensuring inclusive education for all sections of society, including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, girls, and children with disabilities, providing them with necessary support and facilities.