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Namma Shale Program

Namma Shale is a transformative initiative by Reaching Hand aimed at bridging the educational gap in government schools by offering a comprehensive and holistic learning experience to all students. The program adopts a multi-faceted strategy that includes academic support, digital empowerment, minor infrastructure development, extra-curricular engagement and community involvement.

Our Work involves 

  1. Strengthening School Infrastructure & Digital Learning
  • Upgrading school facilities to create safe and engaging learning environments. 
  • Establishing well-equipped computer and science labs, integrating the latest digital tools and technologies. 
  • Installing Smart Boards, online/physical libraries and water filters to support quality learning and well-being. 
  • Creating access to STEM-based education through modern infrastructure and tech-enabled classrooms. 
  1. Academic Support & Skill Development
  • Deploying trained faculty on a temporary basis to teach academic subjects where staff is insufficient.

     

  • Providing regular sessions on digital literacy, life skills, reading habits.

     

  • Offering academic and athletic scholarships to promote excellence.

     

 

  1. Co-curricular and Personal Development
  • Conducting sports events, science exhibitions, and art & craft activities to encourage creativity and teamwork. 
  • Forming Children’s Committees in collaboration with school management to build student leadership. 
  • Celebrating important days such as Children’s Day, Teacher’s Day, Republic Day, and others to foster civic engagement.
  1. Educational Resource Support
  • Support with essential materials like notebooks, exam guides, stationery, school bags, water bottles, lunch boxes and sports kits.
  • Extra –  curricular resources that enhance creativity and physical activity.
  1. Empowering Educators
  • Conducting capacity-building workshops for teachers through expert-led training sessions.
  • Sensitizing teachers and staff on Child Protection Policies to ensure a safe learning environment.
  1. Community Engagement
  • Encouraging volunteer participation throughout the year to support various school activities.

  • Promoting environmental awareness through tree plantations and eco-friendly initiatives.

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Here are some of the key outcomes observed:

  • Government  schools have improved academic performance, achieving an 84% pass rate—up from 65%—through enhanced classroom support, extra faculty, and better learning resources.
  • Improved classroom environments and RO water systems have boosted daily attendance and reduced illness-related absences, enhancing student retention.
  • Students have gained digital literacy and STEM readiness through smart classrooms and computer labs, boosting their confidence in using technology and exploring STEM concepts.
  • Increased sports and extracurricular opportunities have boosted student confidence and teamwork, with girls’ sports participation rising over 50%, promoting inclusivity and challenging gender norms.
  • Eco-friendly initiatives like plantation drives and sustainability workshops have inspired students to adopt greener lifestyles and take responsibility for their environment.
  • Scholarships have enabled students to pursue higher education, empowering them to achieve academic and professional goals once beyond reach.
Story of Change – Vishal Kumar Studying in 10th grade in Govt boys’ high school. He scored highest in the 96.48% in SSLC board examination. He says, “One of my aims was to achieve distinction in SSLC”. I hail from a poor family where my parents are daily wage earners. I had good support from my family and teachers for my studies. I am thankful to HCL Foundation and Reaching Hand for conducting Science Exhibition and providing study guides in our school which was helpful in the preparation of my exams through which I could score good marks. Reaching Hand identified me and gave the scholarship twice which will be benefitted for my further education. Thank you so much for your support and guidance.

Kumar, migrated from Tamil Nadu Tiruvannamalai district hails from a poor family of 5 members, he started his schooling in Bangalore from 6th grade at GHS B. Narayanapura.

 

Kumar say that ‘ It was already when I got to know about the HCL sports, so I thought may I won’t get a chance to participate “but I didn’t lose my Hope when to the Trainer and asked for chance to participate and she allowed me. “I was really excited and happy”. I used to Attend the coaching classes every day without fail. I was very much encouraged by my coach and trainers and, I have been selected to the Kabaddi team. “Because of sports I was regular to the school”.  I got selected in shot-put and Long jump for HCL Inter-school sports competitions which was held at Hoskote the only reason was with lot of encouragement and motivation of HCL sports camp and my trainer, hope I will give my Best in the upcoming Sports.

 

Aims are aimed by many but achieved only by some. Everybody has some aim or goal in their life. I too, have one. I want to become the best kabaddi player. I will always work very hard to achieve my goal. I am very thankful to HCL for uplifting me and making a path to achieve my dreams.

My name is Mr. Venkatesh and I work as the head master of Govt High school at Shivanapura, Hosokote. In the whole tenure of my service, the one thing which I observed is that government cannot work and reach to every section of the marginalized society. Organizations like Reaching Hand and HCL foundation came forward and support the government in reaching its goals.

Reaching Hand with the support of HCL has provided the computer trainer in our school. The Organization repaired all the computers and provided infrastructure support. Under the additional academic support, the students were given the exam guides for 10th grade exam going student, which helped them in exam preparation. Not only this, Reaching Hand team was always connected through phone and were always taking feedback about the things.

The students are so happy about the computer and are trying to learn through the practical ways with the help of the trainer. The trainer provided by the Reaching Hand is very good and always provide help to students not only with computer but with other subjects too.

Reaching Hand and HCL foundation gave the students chance on the educational tour and gave the opportunities to students to take part in State and national sports events. They have come to the ground level in reaching to the marginalized society.

I and my whole staff is so thankful to the Reaching Hand and HCL team and hope that Reaching Hand team in future too will provide their support to our school.

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