Mrs. Dipti Sawant, Trustee of Cresmonde World School, which operates campuses in Andheri, Kalyan and Vikhroli in Mumbai, expressed her appreciation for receiving an EducationToday Award in the category of Student Advancement and Mentoring at the Maharashtra Educators’ Summit and Awards 2026.
She credited the achievement to the collective efforts of the school’s team and acknowledged the vision of founder trustees Mr. Jitendra Dewoolkar and Mrs. Anita Deewoolkar. Reflecting on the summit, Sawant described the sessions as informative, highlighting the insights shared by participating organisations on emerging educational technologies and solutions.
She encouraged fellow educators to use such platforms to explore new ideas and adopt relevant technologies that can support school development and improve learning experiences.
“There are a lot of things which you can adapt, the new technology, what you can adapt, and we can see the school growing, and this will simultaneously help our students, who are the future learners of our country.”
Mrs. Sawant’s perspective highlights the connection between institutional growth, technological adoption, and student development. By remaining open to new tools and approaches, schools can strengthen their educational practices and respond more effectively to learners’ changing needs. Her message reinforces the importance of continuous improvement and collaboration in preparing students for the future.
Mrs. Dipti is a Trustee of Cresmonde World School.
A trustee helps guide the institution’s governance, long-term vision, and development in line with its educational objectives.
Effective school governance supports accountability, strategic planning, responsible resource management, and the institution’s long-term sustainability.
Trustees can support strategic initiatives, encourage continuous improvement, and help ensure that institutional priorities remain focused on quality education.
School leadership can promote a supportive learning environment, encourage academic and extracurricular participation, and provide opportunities for students to develop essential life skills.
