Schoolyard Stories -"Week Six: Duties, exams, and festive beginnings – every moment a lesson."

Teaching Practice – 6th Week (18th – 22nd August 2025)

“From 18th to 22nd August, my sixth week of teaching practice unfolded like a symphony — balancing examination duties, discipline, and the joyful rhythm of Onam preparations.”

This week offered a vibrant blend of academic responsibility and festive anticipation. The Onam examinations for Plus Two students were conducted in the afternoon sessions, while Plus One students attended their regular classes along with one-hour terminal examinations for each subject. Despite the busy schedule, I effectively utilized my allotted class hours for Plus One to conduct lessons, revisions, and interactive discussions, ensuring students stayed engaged and motivated.

In addition to teaching, I was entrusted with several exam-related duties, which enriched my practical understanding of school administration. I served as an invigilator, distributed additional sheets, marked absentees, and assisted with exam arrangements. I also took part in discipline duties, ensuring the smooth and orderly conduct of examinations across the campus. These tasks provided valuable exposure to the multifaceted responsibilities of a teacher beyond classroom instruction.

At the same time, Onam festive vibes began to fill the school with excitement. Programme schedules were finalized, committees were formed, and screening of cultural programmes was conducted. It was officially decided that the Onam celebrations would take place on 29th August 2025, with shortlisted events set to be performed on that day. The combination of examinations and cultural preparations made the school atmosphere lively and joyful.

“As the sixth week came to an end, I carried forward meaningful experiences — managing exams with dedication while embracing the cheerful countdown to the Onam celebrations.”