Award Winner Interview
Category: Dynamic School Awards
Dr. Sneha Nalla, Director of Nalla Malla Reddy Foundation School, described receiving the EducationNewsNetwork Award as a proud moment. Speaking at the South India Educators’ Summit & Dynamic School Awards 2026, she appreciated the opportunity to interact with fellow principals, directors and speakers, describing the gathering as a valuable platform for sharing knowledge and perspectives.
As a panelist, Dr. Nalla participated in discussions on artificial intelligence and teacher recruitment, two areas she considers crucial to the future of school education. While acknowledging the potential of emerging technologies, she stressed that teachers remain central to the learning process and cannot be replaced by AI.
“The teacher plays the main role; see, the teacher can never replace AI anyway, what we say.”
Dr. Nalla also encouraged educators to approach innovations such as AI and robotics with an open mind, focusing on how these tools can enhance students’ knowledge and learning experiences rather than fearing their impact. Her message highlights the importance of combining technological advancement with effective teaching to prepare students for the demands of a changing world.
Dr. Sneha Nalla advocates responsible AI adoption alongside teacher empowerment to support meaningful educational progress.
It encourages ethical technology use, protects student interests, and helps ensure AI supports learning effectively.
AI can assist with lesson planning, resource creation, personalised learning support, and certain administrative tasks.
Empowered teachers can make informed decisions, guide students, and use technology effectively to meet learning objectives.
Schools can provide AI literacy training, practical workshops, clear usage guidelines, and opportunities to explore educational tools.
