Jio Institute To Offer Training Programs for Educators and Leaders of K-12 Schools

Jio Institute has joined forces with Principals’ Training Center (PTC) headquartered in Florida, USA, to introduce their training programs for educators and school leaders in India. PTC is a provider that caters to the professional learning requirements of practicing and aspiring principals, teachers, heads of departments, counsellors, and board members of schools worldwide. Their courses provide research-driven, practical training to be applied in K-12 schools. The first PTC program launched in India is ‘Creating an Effective School’, which equips school leaders with the knowledge and skills to design and implement a plan for an effective school focused on student learning and improving outcomes, says a statement from Jio Institute. 

The program has been tailored to meet Indian requirements and will use simulations, case studies, and other practical training strategies. Dr G Ravichandran, Provost, Jio Institute, stated that the collaboration with PTC was an alliance that would bring innovative educational practices and training to Indian schools, paving the way for a brighter future for students. Bambi Betts, Executive Director at Principals’ Training Center, expressed excitement about collaborating with Jio Institute and offering the first program ‘Creating an Effective School’ in India. She stated that the program aimed to ensure every school leader acquired the skills to make a meaningful impact on student learning.

Who Can Take the Jio Institute Course?

The course 'Creating an Effective School' is available to educators and leaders from all educational boards and schools, including international schools, CBSE schools, ICSE schools, and state education board-affiliated schools. The program will be a 7-day residential program at the Jio Institute’s campus in Ulwe (Navi Mumbai) from 22 May to 28 May 2023 (Monday to Sunday). Scholarships will be provided to select candidates based on merit.

Completing four ‘essential skills’ courses earns PTC's Certificate of International School Leadership, including 'Creating an Effective School'; 'Leadership and Team Dynamics'; 'Instructional Supervision and Evaluation'; 'Curriculum Leadership'; 'Assessment Leadership'; and 'Technology Leadership,' among others. Over 8000 educators and school leaders from around the world have benefited from PTC courses.