ANNUAL REPORT

Dr. Sunith Kumar,G.N.Principal

About the College

Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kayamkulam is an Educational Institution

directly run by the University of Kerala for imparting B. Ed. course in five disciplines. Since

its inception in 1997, the College has achieved considerable heights in academic excellence

and extra-curricular perfection. Students from all parts of Kerala are studying in this

College, creating an atmosphere of a miniature Kerala in the heart of the historic

Kayamkulam town. The faculties with talents in their individual areas of expertise are

committed to furthering the education of our outstanding students. There are supportive

staff, state-of the-art facilities and strong relations maintained with local schools and

community agencies. The main goal is to carve out good teachers and to equip them with

the right combination of knowledge, skills and understanding to be an excellent teacher in

any school setting.

Staff details

The following are the teaching faculty:

Smt. Hemalatha T. (Assistant Professor in Natural Science) Smt. Chitra I. (Assistant Professor in Physical Science) Smt. Rani Rajan (Assistant Professor in Social Science) Smt. Anupama V.S. (Assistant Professor in Hindi) Smt. Sabeena S. (Assistant Professor in Arabic) Dr. Smitha J. M. (Asst. Professor in Perspectives in Education) Sri.Shanavas S. (Assistant Professor in Physical Education) Smt.NeethiS.Lal(Guest Faculty in Perspectives in Education) Sri.Madhu (Assistant Professor in Performing and Visual Arts)

The non-teaching staff includes: Smt. Muralidas J. Academic Coordinator Smt. Sreelatha K., Typist cum Clerk, Smt. Mini A., Library Assistant Shri. Sasidharan N., Office Staff Smt. LailaBeevi, Office Staff Smt. Santhamma V., Office Staff and Smt. Padmakumari, Office Staff

School Internship Phase-I

School Internship Phase-I of the academic year was from on 20 th June 2016 to 26th August

2016. It gave practical experience to trainees about different problems related to school and

classrooms, they get exposed to the students’ problems, they learned how to apply

philosophical, psychological and management principles while teaching, etc.

New academic year (2016-18)

The Inaugural function of two year B.Edprogrammefor the academic year 2016-2018 was

held on 13th July 2016.Dr.Smitha J.M, Assistant Professor, KUCTE welcomed the gathering.

Sri. N. Shivadasan, Municipal Chairman, Kayamkulam Municipality inaugurated the function.

Dr.G.NSunith Kumar, Principal, KUCTE, Kayamkulam presided the function.

Sri.Salahudeen.A, Vice president, CDC (2015-17) Sri.Muralidas.J, Academic coordinator, Smt.

Hemalatha.T, Smt.Chitra.I,Smt.Anupama.V.S, Smt.Sabeena.S, Assistant Professors, KUCTE

and Mr.NidhinRatheesh, Union Chairman (2015-17) delivered felicitation for the function.

Smt.RaniRajan, Assistant Professor, KUCTE delivered vote of thanks. All the new admitted

student teachers and their parents were present in the function. After the formal

inauguration new executive members for college Development Committee of 2016-2018

academic year was selected.

Self-reflection

A self – reflection gathering was arranged during one of the initial days to familiarize each

other.

Orientation Programme

Anorientation programme regarding two year restructured B.Ed curriculum was conducted

in the campus from 14th July 2016 to 18th July 2016.

Morning Assembly

Every day academic activities begin with the prayer. Morning assembly conducted during

every Tuesday & Thursdays in which all students and teachers take part. The assemblies

were conducted House-wise and a topic of current interest presented to improve the

communication skills and to be in tune with the current affairs.

Birthday Celebration

Birthday of the students and staff of the institution was celebrated in the campus. A birthday

card was presented to the star of the day as a token of love by the staff and students of the

institution.

Important Day Celebration

Important national and international days were celebrated in the campus. Kargil day, World

Nature Conservation Day, Hindi Day, Democracy Day, World Food Dayetc. were celebrated

in the campus.

College Election

College election for the academic year 2016-2018 was held on 05th August 2016. Dr.Smitha

J.M.,Staff Advisor & Assistant Professor in Perspectives in Education was the presiding officer

of the programme. Dr.Sunith Kumar G.N., Principal, KUCTE, Kayamkulam acted as jury of

appeal. The elected members are Chairman(Sebastian K.C.), Sikha Ramesh (Vice Chairman),

UnnimayaD.Das(General Secretary),Fousiya A. (Joint Secretary), Jasmine A.(Arts Club

Secretary), Devika S. (Sports Club Secretary), FemithaShahul(Literary Club) and Aneesa N.

(Magazine Editor)

Swearing Ceremony

On 8th August 2016 oath taking ceremony of the college union was held in the college

campus. Dr.Sunith Kumar,Principal,KUCTE,Kayamkulam recited the oath to the chairman of

the union. The Chairman, college union recited the oath to other members of the union.

Fresher’s Day Celebration

The fresher’s day was conducted on 10th August 2017 in our College auditorium. The second

year students arranged a party and entertainment programmes for the first year students.

Beautification of the Premises

As a part of Clean Kerala Initiative, a cleaning programme was conducted in the college

campus on 10th August 2016. All the students as well as teachers participated in the cleaning

programme with enthusiasm. The classrooms and the entire campus were cleaned as

various groups. Steamed tapioca and chillichudney prepared by the students were served to

all. As part of beautification of the campus, optional vise gardens were also arranged.

Inauguration of College Union, Merit Day, Arts, Sports and Literary Clubs

On 12th August 2016, the college union, arts, sports and literary clubs were inaugurated in

the college campus. The college union was inaugurated by Adv.PrathibhaHari, MLA

kayamkulam, Arts club was inaugurated by Shri.JyothikumarPunnapra, a famous

NadanPattukaran (Folk Singer). Sports club was inaugurated by Dr.Ansari M., Assistant

professor;Literary club wasinaugurated by Dr.DominiePazhampasseril,the National Service

Scheme award winner of Kerala University. All the staff and students of the college actively

participated in the function.

Art’s Club Activities

The students were divided into three houses namely – Ragam,Thananm&Pallavi. Varieties

of competitive programmes were conducted for the student teachers in the house-vise

manner to explore their potentialities. The teacher who was in charge of the Arts was

Shri.Madhu,(Assistant Professor in Performing and Visual Arts).

Alumni Association

KUCTE, Kayamkulam had organized a Former students association ‘Nostalgia-2016’ on 13 th

August 2016. The function was inaugurated by

Adv.K.H.Babujan,MemberSyndicate,University of Kerala. Students who studied in the

institution from 1997 to 2016 attended the function and shared their wonderful

experiences at the college.

Independence Day celebration

The Independence Day celebration was celebrated on 15th August 2016 with flag hoisting

ceremony by Ward Councilor, Kayamkulam Municipality. The welcome speech was

delivered by Devika, Sports Club Secretary and presidential address was delivered by

Dr.Sunith KumarG.N. (Principal).Independence Day message was given by Shri.

Shanavas,.Assistant Professor in Physical Education.

Inauguration of the Organic Garden, named ‘HARISREE’ and Nature Club

As part of observing International year of pulses (2016), the Kerala university college of

Teacher Education in association with Kerala State Council for Science Technology and

Environment organized a programme on ‘Setting up of an organic vegetable garden in the

College Campus’. The official inauguration of the organic garden, named ‘HARISREE’ and

nature club was held on 17thAugust 2016 at 2.30pm on College Auditorium. The honourable

principal, Dr. Sunith Kumar chaired the function. The meeting started with the invocation of

god almighty of the College choir. It was followed by the welcome address of Mrs. T.

Hemalatha, the programme co-ordinator, International year of pulses. She briefed out the

activities already conducted by nature club to make use of all opportunities given to them

during club activities and also she welcomed everybody to the function. The Principal

delivered a brief presidential speech after that Dr. C. INDIRADEVI,Rtd. Head of the

Department of physics, TKM College, Nangiarkulangara delivered the Inaugural Speech.

Capacity Building Activity

As part of the revised B.Ed. curriculum various activities were performed by the students.

These activities intended to develop their creativity, communication skill, self-confidence,

leadership skills, problem solving ability, presentation skills etc.

Community Services – Visit to Gandhi Bhavan

As a part of community service, students in the campus collected clothes from their

classmates, teachers and non-teaching staff and donated to Gandhi Bhavan inmates. A group

of students along with Principal and other teachers visited the institution on 19th August

2016 and studied the dark side of human life. The aim of this initiative was to inculcate the

values of social responsibility and service mentality in the minds of student trainees.

Study tour

Study tour for the academic year was conducted on 23thAugust 2016. The places visited

were museum, zoo and planetarium. Students were given responsibilities for conducting the

tour.Various committees executed their duties.It was very informative and recreative.

Visit to Krishnapuram Palace

A field visit was conducted to Krishnapuram palace on 25 thAugust 2016. The Krishnapuram

Palace is a rare specimen of the Kerala style of architecture, complete with gabled roofs,

narrow corridors and dormer windows. Renovated sometime in the 18 thcentury, the palace

is today a protected monument under the Archaeology Department. Recently it has been

again renovated according to the scientific techniques prescribed for the protection of

heritage buildings.Today the palace is an archaeological museum, and the most fascinating

exhibit here is the 49 sq.m - GajendraMoksham - the largest single band of mural painting so

far discovered in Kerala. Literally, the salvation (Moksha) of the elephant king (Gajendra),

the theme of the mural is mythological and depicts an elephant saluting Lord Vishnu in

devotion while the other gods, goddesses and saints look on.

Workshop on Research

A one day workshop on “Making Sense of Research’ was organized on 27 th August 2016 in

the campus.The workshop was inaugurated by Dr. K. Krishna Das, Member,

Syndicate&Associate Professor, SreeSankara College, Kalady. Dr.Smitha.J.M. Asst. Prof.

&Programme Coordinator delivered the welcome speech. Dr. SunithKumar ,Principal,

KUCTE delivered the presidential address. Shri.Muralidas J, Academic Cordinatordeliverd

felicitation speech.Smt. Neetilal delivered vote of thanks for the function. Thematic session

was handled by Dr. BinduR.L., Associate Professor, Department of Education ,University of

Kerala.

Charity Club

As a part of social service activities a charity club with the name ‘Daya’ was formed by the

staff and students of KUCTE. The inauguration of the club was on 30 th August

2016.Sri.PunaloorSomarajan inaugurated the function. Cine artist Shri.T.P. Madhavan was

the special guest of the day. Dr. Sunith Kumar, Principal,KUCTE welcomed the gathering.Ms.

Shikha Ramesh, student secretary of the club presided the function.Smt. Rani Rajan

delivered the vote of thanks.

Onam celebration

Onam was celebrated in the campus on 1st September 2016. The function was celebrated by

Shri. Muralidas, Academic Coordinator. Dr.Sunith Kumar G.N, Principal presided the

function.Flower carpet, Thiruvathirakaliand onam songs were performed by students of

various departments. Everyone enjoyed the grant feast. After Onasadyaonakkalikal and

other recreational games were also arranged.Uri Adi and musical chair games were also

conducted.

Residential Community Living Camp

As per the curriculum,a Five Day Residential Community Living Camp –‘Zenith -2016’ was

organised in the campus for the second year students from 5th September 2016 to 9th

September 2016. The camp was inaugurated by Adv.K.H.Babujan, Member Syndicate,

University of Kerala. Various personalitieslikeAdv.N.Shivadasan, Chairperson, Kayamkulam

MuncipalitySmt.Sheeba Das, Counsellor, Kayamkulam Municipality, Sri. M. Abdulla, Vice-

President, CDC, Smt. Sherlikutty, Principal, GBHSS, Kayamkulam, Smt. J. Sudha,

Headmistress, GBHS, Kayamkulam and Muralidas, Academic Coordinator attended the

function. Smt. Rani Rajan., Assistant Professor delivered the vote of thanks. Various

academic as well as entertaining and sports activities were arranged on these days. Sessions

included seminars on topics like ‘Guidance and Counselling, Life Skills, Simple ways of

Excellence and other programmes like Wonder world of music, Kaviarangu, Agriculture,

Thalalayam, Fun in Art, Survey, visit to fire station…etc.

Observance of Ozone day

Ozone day was celebrated in the campus on 23rd September 2016.A seminar on

“Vulnerability to Climate Change-Restoration Regime for Ozone Depletion” was organized in

the college . The inaugural session started at 10 a.m. Inaugural address was given by

Shri.K.S.Gopakumar,Member syndicate,University of Kerala.Dr.G.NagendraPrabhu, Assistant

Professor, SDCollege, Alappuzha and Dr.Reena T.A., Assistant Professor of Chemistry, MSM

College, Kayamkulam handled the thematic sessions.

Literary Activities

As a part of Arts day 2017, Kerala University College of Teacher Education conducted a series of

literary competitions. The story writing competition in various languages was held on 6th October

2016. Students from all houses actively participated in the competition. Smt. Divyasree,

Assistant Professor (Arts Education) & Jasmin A, Arts Club Secretary co-ordinated the

programme. Poetry writing and essay writing competition in various languages were also

conducted on 13th and 23rd October 2016 respectively.

Mid Semester Exam

The mid semester examination for the first and second year students were conducted on 3 rd

October 2016 to 14thOctober 2016.The questions pattern was as per University guidelines.

Inauguration of renovated Building

Old building in the campus was renovated with the financial assistance from University of

Kerala.The function was inaugurated by Avt. K.H.Babujan,Syndicate Member,Kerala

University on 13th October 2016.Advt. N.Shivadasan, Muncipal Chairman,Kayamkulam

presided the function. Key note address was delivered by Smt. R. Girija,Vice chairperson,

Kayamkulam Muncipality. Dr. Sunith Kumar G.N., Principal, KUCTE welcomed the gathering.

Smt.ShalimaAnimol, Charperson, Educational standing committee, Kalayamkulam

Muncipality; Shri. Ramesh T.S, Assistant Engineer, Kerala University; Smt. Sherlykutty T

Molikkal, Principal, GVHSS,Kayamkulam; Smt.J.Sudha,HM,GBHS, Kayamkulam&

Dr.SmithaJ.M., Staff Advisor delivered felicitations. Smt. Rani Rajan, Staff Secretary

delivered vote of thanks.

Art & Glass Painting Workshop

As a part of B. Ed. curriculum a workshop on art and craft was conducted on 20 th October

2016. Smt. Divyasree G.P., Assistant Professor in Performing and Visual Artshandled the

sessions. Students were divided in to various groups. Items included were Glass painting,

Flower making, Jewellery& Greeting card making, Fabric painting etc.

International Year of Pulses and Food Security - Seminar

As part of International Year of Pulses and Food Security 2016, Kerala University College of

Teacher Education, Kayamkulam in association with Kerala State Council for Science,

Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) organized a seminar on “Importance of Pulses and

its Production”, on October 22, 2016 at college auditorium.The programme was inaugurated

by the Hon. Minister Shri. KadakampallySurendran.

Art’s Corner

As part of developing the creativity of the teacher trainees Arts corner was arranged in the

campus. A board with the name ‘Arts Corner’ was displayed in the entrance corridor of the

college. Students were divided in to four houses namely-Ragam,Thanam&Pallavi. Every

week each house was in charge of the Art’s Corner. Students were asked to fill the board

with articles, pictures and others details regarding twelve art forms

namelyMusic,Painting,Dance,Sculpture,Photography,Film,Drama,Architecture,MusicalInstru

ment,Cartoon,Literature etc.Overall performance was also given marks.The competition

started on November.

Yoga class

Yoga training was given to the trainees from 7nd November 2016 to 9th November 2016.

Sri.Shanavas S. (Assistant Professor in Physical Education) handled the sessions. Asanas

like Shalabhasanam, Bhujangasanam, Padmasanam, Shavasanam, vajrasanam,

suryanamaskaram and Pranayama were demonstrated and trained.

Exhibition of Teaching Aids

The second year students (2015-17) conducted an exhibition on 10th November 2016 in

which their innovative teaching aids were exhibited. All the departments-Social Science,

Natural Science, Hindi,Arabic and Physical Science actively participated in the venture.

Students of GGHS &GBHS, Kayamkulam were invited to see and understand the exhibits.

Open House

An open house for the students and parents was conducted on 11thNovemeber

2016.Majority of the parents visited the campus and discussed the academic progress of the

students with all the teaching staff and Principal.

Children’s Day Celebration

Children’s Day Celebration was celebrated on 14th November 2016 in the college with

varieties of programmes. The staff and students were active to take part in the celebration.

Workshop on SUPW

The students were given training regarding socially useful productive works on 15 th

November 2016. They were given training on carry bag making, embroidery work, paper

file making, flower making etc.All the students very actively participated in the workshop.

Christmas Day Celebration

Christmas day celebration of the academic year 2015 was celebrated on 23rdDecember

2016. Ms. Fousia, Joint Secretary, College union welcomed the gathering.Christmas message

was delivered by Rev.Fr.Sebastian, Dr. Sunith Kumar G.N., Principal presided the function.

Smt.Hemaletha and Smt.Anupama,Asst. Profs,KUCTEdelivered felicitation.Ms.Unni Maya,

General Secretary, College Union delivered vote of thanks for the function. The formal

function was followed by variety entertainments presented by students of the college.

SUPW Workshop

As part of the B.Ed. curriculum, a workshop was conducted in the campus on 6 th January 2017 in

which the whole students were divided in to five groups and training in flower making, paper &

cloth carry bag making, file making; embroidery and craft work using waste materials were

provided. Each student joined the group according to their interest. The programme was co-

ordinated by Smt. Rani Rajan, Asst. Prof. in Social Science.

School Induction Programme

A school induction programme was conducted from 09/01/2017 to 13.1.2017 as part of the B.Ed.

course. Seven schools were selected for the training programme. The schools participated

included G.B.H.S.S, Kayamkulam, Govt. G.H.S.S, Kayamkulam, M.S.M H.S.S, Kayamkulam,

V.V.H..S.S, Thamarakulam, N.S.S.H.S Pullukurangara, Govt.G.H.SS, Ramapuramand

Panchayath H.S.S. Pathiyoor. On 14th January, the student teachers presented reflection about the

programmes.

M.Ed. Internship Programme

M.Ed. students of various training colleges visited the institution for their internship programme

from 16.1.2017 to 30.1.2017 as the part of M.Ed. (two year) course under the University of

Kerala. Students from Peet Memorial Training College, Mavelikara and N.S.S Training College,

Pandalam visited the institution. Each student handled five general classes and five optional

classes. Students also participated in curricular and co-curricular activities. Teachers gave

feedback and suggestions for improving their teaching skills. A farewell function was conducted

on the last working day in which the M. Ed students gave their feedback about internship and

shared their experiences.

Banking Awareness Programme

A banking awareness programme which is an initiative programme of SEBI was conducted in

the campus on 18th January 2017. Shri.Satheesh, Trainer took a class on the topic “Financial

Education for School Children”. He started the programme by introducing himself and interacted

with the students. The functions of Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Investment

schemes, Share marketing Insurance and mutual funds were discussed. Discussions on online

banking and procedures for making online transactions, information about new generation

banking system, mobile banking etc. were also explained. Mr. Sebastian proposed the vote of

thanks.

Republic day Celebration

The Republic day celebration was celebrated in the College on 26 th January 2017. Various

programmes were arranged in connection with it. The programme commenced at 8.30 am. The

National Flag was hoisted by Adv. N. Sivadasan (Municipal Chairman) at 8.30am. The welcome

speech was delivered by Smt. Anupama V. S., Asst. Prof. in Hindi. Felicitations were made by

Adv. N. Sivadasan (Municipal Chairman), Smt. Sheebadas (Municipal Chairperson), Dr. Sunith

Kumar G.N. (Principal) and Sri. Muralidas J. (Academic Coordinator). Immediately after the

inaugural ceremony a social awareness drama “Onnanu Nammal” was presented by the first year

students. This followed a rally flagged off by Smt. Sheebadas (Municipal Chairperson). The

students moved to public places by marching uniformly. The social awareness drama “Onnanu

Nammal” was presented in different corners of Kayamkulam town viz., K.S.R.T.C bus stand,

MEDA Mukku, Mukkavala, Police station and Municipal complex. There was a concluding

function at the college.

Pothu Vidyabhasa Yagnam

Students participated in ‘PothuvidyabhasaYagnam’ sponsored by Government which was

conducted at GBHSS, Kayamkulam School campus on 27th January 2017. As part of the

function, students participated in the cleaning programme. They removed plastic and other waste

materials from public places.

CHETHANA- Community Based Activity

Students and staff collected papers and donated to Chethana organisation as a part of community

service programme on 31/01/2017. Chetana is a NGO which is active in providing financial help

to cancer patients at RCC.

World Wetland Day

As part of world wetland day 2017, KUCTE, Kayamkulam with the support of Kerala state

Council for Science Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) organized a seminar “Healthy

wetlands for a better future” on February 2, 2017 at the college auditorium.

More than 100 participants including teacher education students, teachers, academic staff of our

college and nearby schools participated in the seminar.

In the inaugural session, Smt. Rani Rajan, Asst. Prof. in Social Science & the programme

coordinator delivered welcome speech. The function was presided by Smt. Hemalatha T Asst.

Prof. in Natural Science & senior faculty of the college who delivered the presidential address.

The seminar was inaugurated by Dr. K. Manikaraj, Hon’ble Member Syndicate, University of

Kerala, Prof in Tamil, University college, Thiruvananthapuram, Sri. Salahudeen A and Sri. K.

Muraleedharan wished all success to the venture. Smt. Sherlikutty T Molikkal, Principal,

G.B.H.S.S, Kayamkulam, Smt.J. Sudha, Headmistress G.B.H.S, Kayamkulam gave the

felicitations. Staff Advisor Dr. Smitha J. M., Asst. Prof. In perspectives of Education expressed

gratitude to all participants.

Thematic session

First session on the seminar was handled by Sri. Abraham Thomas M on “Wetland Diversity of

Kerala: Need for its conservation for the water security of the state”.

Second session was handled by Sri. Hari, Mavelikara on “Floral diversity and organisms in the

wetland of Kerala”. The two sessions were highly informative. Other activities conducted are

slide presentation of the theme, paper presentations and essay competition. Students of KUCTE,

Kayamkulam made oral and poster presentations and the participants of essay competition were

the higher secondary students of GGHSS school.

Our sincere thanks to Kerala State Council for Science Technology and environment for

supporting us in organizing the seminar in connection with the world wetland day.

National Science Day Celebration

The Science day celebrations were organized on February 2 with science observation, sky

observation, one day seminar, science survey, power point presentation and caption writing

competition. The inaugural function was presided by Smt. Hemalatha. The programme was

inaugurated by K. Manikaraj, Hon’ble member syndicate, University of Kerala. He spoke about

the need for inspiring teachers that carves exceptionally good children. A seminar was organized

in connection with it. Arrangements were made in the campus for sky observation in association

with Kerala State Science and Technology Museum. The students actively participated with

enthusiasm. The students were also given opportunities to present their contribution as power

point presentations. A caption writing competition was also conducted. The students from

different institutions participated in the programme.

Arts Day- Venalmazha

The Arts day for the academic year 2016-17 was celebrated as “Venal Mazha” on 28 th February

and 1st March 2017. The arts fest was inaugurated by cinema and theatre artists- Smt.Divya

Gopinath and Sri. Akash Dev. Sri.Madhu.S, Assistant professor in Performing Arts was the

programme coordinator. The welcome-speech was delivered by Dr. SunithKumar G.N, Principal.

The keynote address was delivered by Mr.K.C Sebastian, College Union Chairman 2016-18.

Felicitation was given by Smt. Sherly Kutti.T.Molikkal, Principal, G.H.S.S, Kayamkulam;

Sri.Muralidas, Academic Coordinator, KUCTE, Kayamkulam and Sri.Nidhin Ratheesh, College

Union Chairman 2015-2017. Inagural fuction was followed by colourful and variety programs

performed by the student teachers.

18th Annual Athletic Meet

The 18th Annual Athletic Meet was held on 4th March 2017. The athletic Meet inauguration and

flag hosting was done by Sri .N.S Saleem Kumar, Dy. Commissionar of Excise Alappuzha. The

programme was conducted in the College ground. Excellent Athletic performances were

witnessed in the College ground. The programme convener was Sri. Shanavas.B., Asst. Prof.

Physical Education. For the function welcome speech was delivered by Sri.Shanavas.B, the

convenor of Athletic Meet. The chair of the meet was Dr.SunithKumar.G.N, Principal of

KUCTE, Kayamkulam. The oath taking was done after the march past by Devika.S, Sports club

secretary followed by other students. Felicitation for the athletic meet were given by

Sri.MuraliDas.J, Academic Coordinator, KUCTE, Kayamkulam; Smt.SherlyKutty.T.Molikkal,

Principal, G.H.S.S, Kaymkulam,;Sri.Muralidharan.K, CDC,Vice President 2016-18,;Smt.Sudha,

Headmistress G.B.H.S, Kayamkulam,; Sri.Salahudeeen.A CDC Vice President 2015-

17,;Mr.Nidhin Ratheesh, Chairman 2015-17 and Sri.Sebastian K.C, Chairman 2016-18. The vote

of thanks was proposed by the sports secretary. This was followed by Various atheletic events.

Ms.Renju won Overall champion of the day title.

Traffic Awareness Programme

A awareness class on traffic rules and regulation was conducted in programme in on 07/03/2017.

It was mainly focused on creating awareness about the traffic rules to auto drivers in the town.

Auto drivers of Kayamkulam town and all the students participated in the seminar. The

programme was arranged by Traffic Police Station Authorities and they acted as resource persons.

World Womens Day Celebration

The world women’s day was celebrated in the college on 8 th March 2017 in our college

auditorium. The celebrations began with a prayer song led by the college choir team. The

meeting waspreceded over by the college Principal. Adv.O.Hariz an officiate member of Juvenile

section court, an active guide and councillor was our chief guest. The day celebrated with the

message of protecting women’s dignity and need of creating a cultural society in our attitude

today. All the students participated actively. The meeting was concluded with a vote of thanks.

The programme concluded with variety of programmes conducted by student teachers

Mid Semester Examination

The mid-semester examination for the academic year was conducted from 6 th March to 10th

March 2017. All the students were present for the examination.

Study Tour To Goa

The study tour programme of a second semester was scheduled to Goa from 21 st March 2017 to

24th March 2017. Forty two student teachers and eight staffs involved the group. The journey

started at 11’o clock in the morning on 21st March 2017 in Netravati Express.Various committees

were formed like –Entertainment committee, Food committee , Attentance Committee &

Discipline Comittee. . Teachers were given charge of various committees-Financing committee

was in charge Smt.Anupama V.S, Attendance was in Charge Dr.Smitha J.M, Cultural programme

in charge of Sri.Madhu.S, Food committee in charge of Smt.RaniRajan and Disciline committee

in charge of Sri.Shanavas.B.Dr. G.N. SunithKumar ,Principal was the general convenor of the

tour. In Goa students visited the important places like the historical church (Basilica), A plastic

manufacturing company, Colva beach, Dona Paula, National institute of oceanography and Augua

fort. Variety entertainment programmes were also arranged in the tour programme.

One Day Trip To Thiruvananthapuram

As a part of B.Edcurriculum a one day tour was arranged to Thiruvananthapuram on 22nd March

2017. The trip involved 8 students and 2 teachers. Places visited were zero waste management

institution “Thanal”, International Sea port Vizhinjam, Marine Aquarium at Vizhinjam and

Kovalam beach.

Model Examination

Second Semester model exam was conducted on 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th March and 3rdApril

respectively. The exam duration was two hours from 10am to 12 Noon. Model examination for

the IIIrd semester was conducted on 27th and 30th March.

Tour to Athirapally

The second year students visited Ezhattumukham and Athirapalli water falls on 28 th April 2014.

The journey started at 7.30 am in a tourist bus. Twenty five students were accompanied by four

teaching staff. The group returned on 29th April 2014 at 4.00 AM in the college campus. All the

students enjoyed the marvelous experience provided by Mother Nature.

Farewell Day Celebration

Kerala University College of Teacher Education, Kayamkulam, celebrated farewell function of

2015-2017 batches on 30th March 2017. Farewell treat for second years were given by first year

students. A small party was arranged and variety entertainment programme were conducted.

2015-2017 students shared their experience in the campus.

College Day Celebration

The college day for the 2015-17 batch was conducted on 30 th March 2017 . The function named

“ormacheppu-The dazzling dream comes true” was organised in the college auditorium. The

function started with the welcome speech of Dr. SunithKumar.G.N,Principal. Adv. N.

Shivadasan, Honourable chairman, Municipality, Kayamkulam inaugurated the function.

Presidential address was delivered by Sri. Nithin Ratheesh (college union chairman 2015-

2017).Ms.Arya Joseph, General secretary of college union 2015-17 presented union

report. .Felicitation speeches were delivered by Sri.MuraliDas,Academic coordinator & Mr..

Sebastian K.C (union chairman 2016-18) Various ever rolling trophies were presented to various

houses. Orchid house won ever rolling trophy for Arts corner. Rose house won ever rolling trophy

for winning maximum number of points in various activities.

Open House

Open house for the academic year 2016-17 was held on 31st March 2017. Parents of the student

teachers visited the institution and met their respective teachers and evaluated their son/daughters

progress in learning.

College Development Council (CDC) Meeting

As per the University norms, monthly meetings of the CDC were held and with the approval

of the University. The purchase SONY LCD Projector, 8 x 6 screen, Honda Grass Cutter, laser

printer, Almirah, maintenance of computer, electrification, plumbing, campus beautification,

access to High Speed Internet connection, CCTV Camera, Digital Camera etc. were done

using the funds of the CDC.

At this juncture, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to each and

every one – the teaching and the non-teaching staff of KUCTE Kayamkulam, the Union

members, all the student teachers, the CDC office bearers and the parents for their support

in smooth conduct of the college activities. My sincere thanks are also to the school

authorities - Smt. Sherlykutty T. Molikkal, Principal, GBHSS, Kayamkulam, Smt. J. Sudha,

Headmistress, GBHS, Kayamkulam and Headmistress, GGHS, Kayamkulam for extending

their complete co-operation and support during this academic year.