JASHPUR,CG: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Tuesday said, “The family is the first school of any child, and the parents are the first teachers. The parent-teacher meeting (PTM) has been started in government schools so that parents can get information about their children’s studies. They also actively participate in their educational progress.

He was interacting during the Parent Teacher Meeting at Government Higher Secondary School, Bandarchua. Along with the parents, some children’s grandparents also attended.

He urged parents to stay in constant touch with their children’s teachers, stating that it would not only provide information about their studies but also reduce the possibility of the children falling into bad company.

Harisevak Chouhan of Dondapani, a grand-parent said he himself studied at the school. Now one of his grandsons is pursuing an MSc after studying here. His second grandson is currently in Class 11. He described the programme as a great initiative towards improving the quality of education. He recalled that his teacher used to say, “Not only am I teaching you, but I am also becoming a medium of good education for your children because if you are educated, your child will certainly also be educated.” Chouhan stressed that communication between parents and teachers allows for continuous monitoring of the child's educational progress and strengthens their foundation.

Philsita Kujur said, “I am not educated, but I am trying to educate my granddaughter well. Through the parent-teacher meetings, all parents will get information about their children’s progress, enabling them to work hard with them at home too.”