CBSE hosts Virtual Conclave to Enhance School Counselors' Capabilities

The event will take place from 3 PM to 4 PM on the official CBSE website. Interested participants can join the conclave through the following link: [https://cbse.webex.com/cbse/j.php?MTID=m0f18a7137dd51e69991ac16a46056f98](https://cbse.webex.com/cbse/j.php?MTID=m0f18a7137dd51e69991ac16a46056f98).

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is set to host a significant virtual conclave today, September 11, 2024, aimed at upgrading the skills of school counselors. The event will take place from 3 PM to 4 PM on the official CBSE website. Interested participants can join the conclave through the following link: [https://cbse.webex.com/cbse/j.php?MTID=m0f18a7137dd51e69991ac16a46056f98](https://cbse.webex.com/cbse/j.php?MTID=m0f18a7137dd51e69991ac16a46056f98).

Encouraging Maximum Participation

CBSE has urged all principals and heads of affiliated schools to encourage their school counselors, teachers, and wellness teachers to participate in this crucial virtual event. However, due to capacity constraints, participation is limited to 1,000 counselors and wellness teachers from CBSE schools on a first-come, first-served basis.

Aligning with NEP 2020

This conclave is aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and focuses on enhancing the professional skills of school counselors. The primary aim is to better equip them to address students' psychosocial and career needs. By improving counselors' ability to manage the emotional and behavioral needs of children and adolescents, the conclave supports creating a positive school environment that promotes students' overall well-being.

Objectives and Focus Areas

The virtual conclave will provide a platform for counselors to connect, exchange experiences, and collaborate on effective strategies to address psychosocial issues within schools. It emphasizes the importance of mental health support in education and aims to align counseling practices with NEP 2020’s objectives. The event will focus on professional development through ongoing training, resource sharing, and the implementation of best practices in mental health support.

Capacity Building Programs

In addition to today's conclave, CBSE has organized nine one-day Capacity Building Programs across various cities, including Lucknow, Delhi, Gurugram, Jaipur, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Guwahati, from July to September 2024. These programs, conducted in a hub-and-spoke model with support from identified lead collaborator CBSE schools, are designed to further promote the professional development of school leaders, wellness teachers, and counselors.

Recording Availability

For those unable to attend the live event, CBSE will make a recording of the conclave available on its official YouTube channel. The recording can be accessed here: [http://www.youtube.com/@cbsehq1905](http://www.youtube.com/@cbsehq1905) following the conclusion of the program.

The CBSE conclave underscores the board's commitment to enhancing the capabilities of school counselors and wellness teachers. By fostering a collaborative environment and aligning with NEP 2020, the event aims to bolster mental health support within schools and contribute to the development of a supportive educational climate for students.

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