Mrs. Greta Martis of Mother Mary’s English High School, Nallasopara West, expressed her gratitude for receiving an EducationToday Award at the Maharashtra Educators’ Summit and Awards 2026. She acknowledged EducationToday for recognising the school’s contribution to education and thanked the management for its continued support. She also credited the school’s teachers, learners, parents and the wider Rahul Education team for their collective efforts.
Reflecting on the summit, Martis appreciated the opportunity to interact with educators, principals and directors from diverse backgrounds and gain insights through the seminar discussions.
Sharing a message for fellow educators, she emphasised the importance of providing students with appropriate guidance and encouraging creativity beyond classroom learning. She stressed that education must support academic achievement alongside practical skills and personal development.
“Holistic education is a must nowadays.”
Mrs. Martis’s message highlights the need to prepare students for a world that demands more than academic knowledge. By nurturing creativity, developing practical skills and offering meaningful guidance, schools can help learners build confidence and discover their individual strengths. Her perspective reinforces the importance of a balanced educational approach that supports students’ intellectual, personal, and social development.
Mrs. Greta Martis is featured in a discussion advocating holistic education beyond academic achievement.
Holistic education focuses on the overall development of students, including their intellectual, emotional, social, physical, and personal growth.
It helps students develop communication, creativity, resilience, empathy, and practical life skills alongside academic knowledge.
Schools can encourage sports, arts, collaborative projects, life-skills activities, emotional well-being initiatives, and opportunities for independent thinking.
Holistic education helps students build adaptability, critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and confidence to navigate future academic, personal, and professional challenges.
