Mrs. Shilpa Gandhi began her professional journey in the corporate sector before finding her true calling in education. With over 20 years of experience as an educator, she now serves as the Principal of Jasudben ML School.
Her leadership blends strategic insight with a deep understanding of teaching and learning. Passionate about educational technology, Mrs. Shilpa has championed its thoughtful integration to enrich classrooms and empower educators. She is known for fostering inclusive, values- driven school cultures where both students and teachers thrive. Her journey reflects a purposeful shift — from corporate success to shaping future-ready learners with heart, vision, and intent.If could redesign one element of the current schooling system in India, | would begin with the physical infrastructure of schools — the buildings and spaces where learning happens. Despite all the advancements in pedagogy and technology, school architecture has remained largely unchanged. Classrooms, corridors, labs, and even social spaces have not evolved to meet the needs of today’s learners.
While some institutions have attempted to modernise, the result often mimics commercial aesthetics—like malls or office lobbies—rather than spaces designed to nurture curiosity, creativity, or collaboration. We need school environments that are intentionally designed for learning in all its forms:One ‘beautiful question’ every student should ask before they graduate is: “What does success and happiness look like to me?”
In today’s world, these words are widely discussed—on social media, in films, and public discourse. Unlike earlier generations who often experienced happiness and success without defining them, young people now face constant external pressure to fit into predefined versions. From my own personal experience, I’ve learned that happiness does not need success to exist. True happiness can come from moments of connection, purpose, and self-acceptance— independent of external achievements. Encouraging students to ask this question helps them reflect on what truly matters to them, shaping an inner compass that can guide them well beyond school.