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Powers & Duties of Officers & Employees

[Section-4 (1) (b) (ii)]

1. Headmaster
The Headmaster/Principal is the administrative and academic head of the school. Their powers and duties include:
- Administrative Supervision: Ensuring smooth functioning of the school, including compliance with government policies, rules, and regulations.
- Academic Leadership: Monitoring teaching standards, ensuring syllabus completion, and promoting innovative teaching methods.
- Financial Management: Preparing and managing the school budget, ensuring proper utilization of grants (e.g., SSA/RMSA funds), and maintaining financial transparency.
- Staff Management: Assigning duties to teachers and non-teaching staff, conducting performance appraisals, and addressing grievances.
- Student Welfare: Ensuring student safety, discipline, and overall development (academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular).
- Community Engagement: Collaborating with parents, guardians, and the School Management Committee (SMC) to improve school performance.
- Record Maintenance: Overseeing proper documentation of attendance registers, examination results, stock registers, etc.

2. Teaching Staff:
Teachers play a critical role in shaping students' academic and personal growth. Their powers and duties include:
- Lesson Planning and Delivery: Preparing lesson plans in alignment with the Odisha Board syllabus and delivering effective classroom instruction.
- Student Assessment: Conducting regular tests, examinations, and evaluations to monitor student progress. Providing feedback to students for improvement.
- Co-Curricular Activities: Organizing activities such as sports events, cultural programs, debates, and science exhibitions to foster holistic development.
- Guidance and Counseling: Supporting students academically and emotionally by addressing their learning difficulties or personal challenges.
- Professional Development: Participating in teacher training programs (e.g., DIET workshops) to enhance teaching skills.
- Parental Interaction: Communicating with parents/guardians during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student performance.
- Discipline Maintenance: Ensuring discipline among students inside the classroom and on school premises.

4. School Management Committee (SMC):
The SMC is a statutory body under the Right to Education Act (RTE) that plays a vital role in school governance. Its powers and duties include:
- Policy Oversight: Ensuring that the school operates in compliance with government policies under the RTE Act.
- Budget Monitoring: Reviewing financial allocations like Mid-Day Meal funds or infrastructure grants to ensure proper utilization.
- Infrastructure Development: Recommending improvements in infrastructure such as classrooms, toilets, drinking water facilities, etc.
- Community Participation: Encouraging active involvement of parents and local community members in school activities.
- Performance Monitoring: Evaluating the academic progress of students and providing suggestions for improvement.

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Categories of Documents Under Control

[Section-4 (1) (b) (vi)]

Here is the categorized list of documents for Govt. UGHS Kuspanga, with proper breakdowns and points under each heading:

1. Administrative Records
- School establishment or recognition certificate confirming the legal status of the school.
- Records of School Management Committee (SMC) meetings, including resolutions passed and minutes of discussions.
- Appointment and service records for teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Annual school development plans, including goals, progress reports, and future initiatives.
- Correspondence with the Department of School & Mass Education or other authorities regarding policies, grants, or compliance matters.

2. Student-Related Records
- Admission registers containing details such as student names, dates of birth, parent/guardian information, and caste categories (if applicable).
- Attendance registers to monitor student participation and regularity.
- Examination results and academic performance records for all students.
- Transfer certificates issued to students leaving the school.
- Records of scholarships or government benefits provided to students from disadvantaged groups or economically weaker sections.

3. Financial Documents
- Cash book that records all financial transactions, including opening and closing balances.
- Utilization certificates for grants received under schemes like SSA (Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan) or RMSA (Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan).
- Mid-Day Meal program records, including expenditure details, food quality reports, and beneficiary lists.
- Budget allocation and expenditure reports for the academic year to ensure accountability.

4. Infrastructure and Safety Records
- Building safety certificates, including structural stability and fire safety approvals.
- Disaster management plans prepared according to NDMA (National Disaster Management Authority) guidelines.
- Maintenance records documenting repairs or upgrades to classrooms, toilets, playgrounds, and other facilities.
- Inventory of school assets such as furniture, laboratory equipment, computers, and teaching aids.

5. Compliance Reports
- Reports submitted to the District Education Officer (DEO) regarding compliance with RTE (Right to Education) norms.
- Inspection reports from government officials or local authorities verifying adherence to standards.
- Copies of RTI applications received by the school along with responses provided.

6. Teacher-Related Files
- Qualification certificates for teachers (e.g., B.Ed., OSSTET certifications) to verify eligibility and credentials.
- Attendance registers for teaching and non-teaching staff to track daily attendance.
- Records of participation in training programs like DIET workshops or other professional development activities.

7. Special Programs and Schemes
- Documentation related to special training programs for out-of-school children or those requiring age-specific admissions under RTE rules.
- Inclusion program records for children with disabilities (e.g., provision of Braille books, hearing aids, or other resources).

8. Miscellaneous Documents
- Logbooks recording significant events such as annual day celebrations, sports activities, or cultural programs conducted at the school.
- Health checkup records under government health initiatives to monitor student well-being.

This structured breakdown ensures that all necessary documents are organized under relevant categories for easy reference and compliance with state education policies and national regulations like the Right to Education Act.

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Manner of Execution of Subsidy Programmes

[Section-4 (1) (b) (xii)]

Here is a focused list of schemes and programs for primary and secondary education in Odisha:

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1. Panchasakha Sikhya Setu Abhiyan
- A community-driven initiative to improve school infrastructure and quality through alumni and public contributions, matched by the state government up to 50 lakh per school.
- Aims to transform schools into centers of excellence and foster community participation.

2. Sisu Vatika
- A foundational learning program under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to provide stress-free, play-based education for pre-primary students.
- Focuses on building foundational literacy and numeracy skills through experiential learning methods.

3. 5T High School Transformation Program
- Aims to transform secondary schools by upgrading infrastructure, including smart classrooms, science labs, libraries, and sports facilities.
- Thousands of high schools have been transformed in phases under this program.

4. Gangadhar Meher Sikshya Manakbrudhi Yojana (GMSMY)
- Provides free bicycles to Class IX students in government and aided schools to reduce dropout rates and encourage secondary education.

5. Mukhyamantri Medhabi Chatra Protsahan Yojana
- Offers scholarships to meritorious students in government schools to promote academic excellence at the secondary level.

6. E-Sishu Project
- Tracks out-of-school children and brings them back into mainstream education while addressing issues like retention and quality improvement for in-school children.

7. Mid-Day Meal Scheme
- Provides free, nutritious meals to students in primary and upper primary schools to improve enrollment, attendance, and retention while addressing malnutrition.

8. Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)
- An integrated scheme for school education covering Classes I to XII, focusing on universal access, equity, quality improvement, and strengthening infrastructure in primary and secondary schools.
- Includes provisions for free uniforms, textbooks, teacher training, and inclusive education for children with special needs.

9. Shaheed Madho Singh Hath Kharch Yojana
- Provides financial assistance of ?5,000 annually to tribal students in Class IX to reduce dropout rates at the secondary level.

10. Computer-Aided Learning Program
- Introduced in primary and secondary schools to enhance digital literacy and make learning more engaging through technology.

11. NIPUN Odisha (National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy)
- A state-specific adaptation of the NIPUN Bharat Mission focusing on foundational literacy and numeracy skills for primary school students by Grade 3.

12. Free Textbooks and Uniforms
- Under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, free textbooks are provided to all students in primary and upper primary schools, along with free uniforms for girls, SC/ST students, and children from economically weaker sections.

13. Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (Model Schools)
- Establishes model high schools in rural areas with modern facilities to provide quality secondary education comparable to private schools.

These schemes aim to strengthen the primary and secondary education system in Odisha by addressing issues like infrastructure gaps, dropout rates, foundational learning deficits, equity, and inclusivity. Let me know if you need further details!

  MANUAL-14 

Information Available in an Electronic Form

[Section-4 (1) (b) (xiv)]

1. UC
2. PREMATRIC SCHOLARSHIPS
3. BICYCLE SCHEME
4. CM AWARD
5. TEACHER DETAILS
6. TEACHER AWARDS
7. ALUMINI AWARD
8. SMS AWARD
9. SCHOOL AWARD
10. UDAISE+
11. ALL STUDENTS DATA