ILP & HCLFoundation Launch 5 ICT Labs Across Government Schools
On November 14, Nehru Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Nanganallur marked an important milestone with the launch of five ICT Labs and the distribution of Science Kits across five government schools, supported by HCLFoundation. Head Masters/Mistresses and teachers from all participating schools joined the event and celebrated this step toward more engaging, experiential learning.
The launch was graced by: Rajarajaswari Duraisamy, HR Manager,
Transforming 67,000 Young Learners with Practical Tech Education
For students across schools in Chennai, Tiruvallur, and Krishnagiri, technologies like AI, IoT and Robotics weren’t just out of reach—they were unfamiliar. Today, they’re part of their learning.
Through ILP’s partnership with Namma School Foundation and the Department of Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, the TN SPARK program is helping children see how the tools shaping the world actually work.
TN SPARK
Unveiling ILP’s New Logo – Same Spirit, Fresh New Look!
As ILP celebrates 35 years globally and 25 years in India, we’re unveiling a new logo — one that carries the spirit of our journey and the vision that continues to guide us.
It began with a simple belief — that every child, no matter where they are born, deserves the chance to learn, dream, and thrive. Over the years, this belief has taken us to classrooms
November 11 – Celebrating National Education Day!
Today, we remember Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India’s first Education Minister — a visionary who laid the foundation for India’s modern education system. He believed that every child deserves the chance to learn, dream, and grow and firmly believed that education should be a tool for social transformation and national development, emphasizing universal primary education.
Azad championed free and compulsory education for children up to age 14,
ILP & HCLFoundation Organize Science Fairs at Government Schools
ILP in collaboration with HCLFoundation,organized Science Fairs across three schools —
ADW Higher Secondary School, Meenambakkam,
Government Higher Secondary School, Tiruvanchery, and
T.P. Government Higher Secondary School, Puzhithivakkam.
Over 190 students from Grades 6 to 9 showcased innovative projects on Electricity, Global Warming, the Water Cycle, Waste to New Products, and Renewable Energy Sources. Guided by their Science Teachers, students displayed remarkable curiosity, creativity, and confidence as
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀
When you were a student, did you ever see something and just had to know how it worked? Maybe you took apart a toy, mixed things up, or kept asking “why” until someone answered. That spark — the urge to explore — was curiosity. It made learning exciting and turned lessons into little adventures for you.
For students today, curiosity becomes even more powerful when paired with
2024 Review
India Literacy Project 2024 Review
India Literacy Project (ILP) is at a crucial point in its journey to improve education in India. On one hand, we are still dealing with the effects of the pandemic, which severely disrupted learning, especially for young children. On the other hand, we are on the edge of a technological revolution, with AI offering new and exciting ways to transform
Volunteer Spotlight: Meera Siva
Volunteer Spotlight: Meera Siva
By Suyash Nigam
In the dynamic landscape of Silicon Valley during the late ’90s, Meera, a then-recent graduate embarked on a path that seamlessly blended technology, community service, and education into a lifelong passion. Working at Sun Microsystems, Meera was already involved in volunteering activities, including contributions to the National Service Scheme (NSS) and a blind school. This commitment to make a
What do I want to be when I grow up?
One of the most exciting yet confusing questions for students. With so many career options, changing interests, peer and parental pressures, making the “right” career choice feels overwhelming.
The truth is, there is no single right answer—because careers depend on passion, aptitude, opportunities, and evolving interests.
Also, students often grapple with fears of failure, limited exposure, and too many choices. Add to that the uncertainty of whether today’s
From First Lessons to Digital Readiness: ILP’s Literacy Approach
September 8 is observed as International Literacy Day. This year’s theme, “𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗿𝗮,” highlights the growing need for digital skills. But before government school students can fully benefit from digital learning, ILP works to address the foundational challenges of schooling, learning, and earning.
In schooling, the focus is on ensuring every child not only enrols but also completes basic education. This means working
National Sports Day Celebration: Building strength and spirit from a young age
On 29th August, the birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand—celebrated nationwide as National Sports Day—the *Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Singapura and G. Sigadam, came alive with the spirit of sportsmanship and energy with the help from our NGO partner YCB Balavikas.
The day was more than a tribute; it was a reminder that habits of fitness built in childhood shape not only
Practical Career Support in Schools: 561 Teachers Trained
Behind every confident career choice stands a teacher equipped to guide and support. To strengthen this role, Career Guidance training sessions were conducted across the KTCC region (Kanchipuram, Tiruvallur, Chennai & Chengalpattu), equipping teachers with the skills to help students make informed choices about their future.
Organized in collaboration with the Department of School Education,Govt of TN, DIET, and