keynote: EducationToday proudly hosted the *12th National Conference on K-12 Leadership 2024* and the *India School Merit Awards 2024, in association with **Popcorn Furniture, powered by **Unipro, and Knowledge Partner **SSVM Institutions*.
We were honored by the generous support of our esteemed sponsors: *LiveLife Education Pvt. Ltd., Address Health, Entab, Academica International Studies, My School Admission, OpenDoor, Talisma, YellowBus Photography, My Class Board, Xseed, Sports Village, EDHR, i-Digital Academy, Sakura Robotics, Knowledge Plus, and **Education News Network*.
This prestigious gathering brought together a distinguished group of consultants, principals, educators, and stakeholders from across India for a day of meaningful discussions and collaborative exchanges. The summit served as an invaluable platform for sharing innovative ideas and strategies aimed at advancing educational practices and enhancing student outcomes across the nation.
A standout moment of the event was the keynote address by *Dr. Manimekalai Mohan, Founder & Managing Trustee of **SSVM Institutions, Coimbatore. We were thrilled to welcome Dr. Mohan to deliver her address titled, "Fostering Student Engagement in a Digital Age: Balancing Innovation and Connection*." In her insightful presentation, Dr. Mohan shared her expertise on navigating the challenges of engaging students in an increasingly digital world, while ensuring that human connection remains at the core of education.
Dr. Mohan is a visionary educator and philanthropist whose unwavering commitment to education has shaped *SSVM Institutions* into a beacon of academic excellence. Starting from modest beginnings as a play school with just 25 students, SSVM has grown into a prestigious network of 15 schools across *Tirupur, Nambiyur, Coimbatore, and Mettupalayam*, establishing itself as a leader in educational reform and innovation.
A passionate advocate for modern education aligned with Indian values, Dr. Mohan has led SSVM to adopt a dynamic and holistic approach that blends academic rigor with a strong emphasis on extracurricular development. This balanced approach nurtures well-rounded students, preparing them to excel not only in academics but in life.
For over 27 years, SSVM has redefined the future of students by inspiring them to pursue excellence. Dr. Mohan’s leadership has fostered a culture of lifelong learning and progressive education, which is reflected in the institution’s widespread acclaim from prestigious platforms such as *Forbes, **Economic Times, **Femina, **Khaleej Times, **Outlook, and **India Today*.
SSVM’s campuses in *Coimbatore* and
*Mettupalayam* stand as exemplars of cutting-edge pedagogy, technological
integration, and multicultural ethos, offering students a world-class education
that shapes future-ready citizens. Dr. Mohan’s legacy continues to inspire
generations of learners, empowering them to break barriers and achieve their
fullest potential.