Ekya Nava’s Unique Approach: Nurturing Thinkers, Innovators, and Global Leaders of Tomorrow

FIND Festival Highlights Transformative Education with the Unveiling of Ekya Nava

Ekya Schools, a network of progressive K-12 institutions founded in 2010, is part of the CMR Group of Institutions. The schools are renowned for their innovative and holistic approach to education. With a strong emphasis on experiential learning and community engagement, the institute proudly launched Ekya Nava, India’s first K-12 School of Innovation, Creativity, and Design, during the FIND Festival. This new initiative aims to nurture a problem-solving mindset and cultivate the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and global leaders.

The inauguration event featured a wide range of engaging activities as part of the FIND Festival, including a Design Thinking Challenge, a learning showcase, interactive workshops, panel discussions, museum installations, a human library, and a student life gallery. The event also marked the launch of Prompting the Future – AI for Transformative Teaching, a book published by the Ekya Professional Development Institute. This book offers practical tools for educators to navigate the complexities of artificial intelligence (AI) and enhance the efficiency and impact of their teaching. The FIND Festival serves as Ekya Schools' flagship event, providing a platform for collaboration and the exploration of innovative learning approaches. A key highlight of the festival was the Design Thinking Challenge, in which students worked in teams to brainstorm around the theme, “How might we use technology to promote kindness in our community?”. This challenge showcased Ekya Nava’s dynamic, hands-on approach to education, emphasizing critical thinking and real-world skills through experiential learning.

Shri Madhu Bangarappa, the Honourable Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Government of Karnataka, honored the event by emphasizing the importance of transformative education. He highlighted that the quality of education is paramount and can be improved by empowering educators and institutions to innovate. In addition to the chief guests, the ceremony was further enriched by the presence of Dr. K. C. Ramamurthy, IPS (Retd.), Chairman of the CMR Group and former Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha; Dr. Sabitha Ramamurthy, President of CMR Jnanadhara Trust and Chancellor of CMR University; Shri K. R. Jayadeep, Director of Ekya Schools and CEO of CMR Group of Institutions; and Dr. Tristha Ramamurthy, Founder of Ekya Schools. Their presence underscored Ekya Nava’s commitment to pioneering a new era in education.

Dr. K. P. Gopalkrishna, Founder & Chairman of TISB and National Public Schools, also attended the event and discussed the changing landscape of education. He noted that the focus of the education system is shifting toward holistic learning, which integrates practical aspects of student life. He emphasized the need for experimentation and research in education to help students develop critical thinking and creativity. Dr. Tristha Ramamurthy, the Founder of Ekya Schools, shared her vision for the future of education during the event. She explained that the FIND Festival brings together a community of learners and educators to explore innovative approaches to education. This year’s theme, Children and the Future, focused on the skills and mindset necessary to shape the world of tomorrow. The newly launched school represents Ekya Schools’ strong commitment to reimagining education by nurturing generations of thinkers, innovators, and changemakers.

The school differentiates itself with four core pathways: Design, Making, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and Information Technology & Society. These pathways are designed to encourage a cross-disciplinary approach, equipping students with transferable skills such as problem-solving, creative ideation, collaboration, and confidence skills that extend well beyond the traditional core curriculum. Ekya Nava represents a bold step towards reimagining education, focusing on innovation, creativity, and holistic development. Through its unique approach, it aims to empower students as the thinkers, innovators, and leaders of tomorrow.

Editor's Note:

The launch of Ekya Nava at the FIND Festival is an important step in India’s education system. With a focus on innovation, creativity, and problem-solving, the school aims to develop future thinkers and leaders with the skills needed for tomorrow. This initiative is part of Ekya Schools' goal to provide a well-rounded, hands-on learning experience that prepares students for the challenges of the 21st century.

Skoobuzz congratulates Ekya Schools on this exciting milestone, recognizing their dedication to transforming education and shaping a brighter future for students.