Ms. Debika Chatterji, Director and Principal of JBCN International School, participated in the panel discussion, Education Leadership, Student Wellbeing and the Changing Needs of Schools, at the Maharashtra Educators’ Summit & Awards, 2026, which explored the changing expectations placed on schools and the challenge of delivering high-quality education sustainably.
The session considered how families increasingly look for strong infrastructure, technology-supported learning and wider educational opportunities. At the same time, it examined the financial realities of running a school and the need to ensure that the pursuit of premium facilities does not come at the expense of teaching quality or student development.
As Director-Principal of JBCN International School, Ms. Chatterji’s role brings together academic leadership and institutional management. Her participation formed part of a wider conversation about how schools can respond to evolving expectations while remaining focused on the purpose of education.
A significant theme raised during the panel was that educational quality cannot be measured by buildings and facilities alone. Teachers, students and the learning environment are fundamental to a school’s effectiveness. The discussion also highlighted the importance of teacher development, student well-being, experiential learning and the skills young people need to navigate a changing world, themes frequently explored by EducationToday in its coverage of evolving educational practices.
The panel considered how technology and better utilisation of school infrastructure may help institutions manage resources more effectively. However, such measures need to support the educational experience rather than replace the human relationships at its centre.
The conversation encouraged school leaders to think about premium education in terms of outcomes and value. A school’s contribution lies in helping students learn, develop confidence, build sound judgement and become responsible members of society.
The session underlined the importance of leadership that keeps these educational priorities in view while addressing the operational and financial demands of contemporary schooling.
Ms. Debika Chatterji is the Director-Principal of JBCN International School.
A Director-Principal oversees school leadership, academic planning, institutional development, teaching quality, and student welfare.
Ms. Debika Chatterji is associated with JBCN International School.
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