Staff Enrichment Program:

  Staying updated is the key to success in any field, especially in the field of education. Our teachers constantly strive to stay updated, by attending workshops and various training programs. A series of workshops & seminars are conducted in School to hone the skills of our faculty members and empower them to prepare the students for the future.

Teachers' Orientation Workshop:
St. Patrick's Academy, Bengaluru, had the privilege of hosting a seminar on Adolescence – Understanding, Empowering, and Educating on 26^th May 2025. The session was led by eminent academician from CHRIST (Deemed to be University), whose insights enriched and enlightened the attending educators and staff.
Dr. Greta D'Souza, Associate Professor and Head of the School of Education, brought to the seminar her vast expertise in teacher education and adolescence education. Dr. D'Souza shed light on the psychological and emotional complexities of adolescence, while also addressing the role of educators in supporting students through this transformative stage. Her session emphasized the significance of soft skills training, curriculum design, and the adaptability needed in today's diverse learning environments.

Psycho–Spirituality Seminar
“When mind, body and spirit are in harmony, happiness is the end result.”
A virtual seminar on Psycho–Spirituality was organized for the staff. The session was led by Dr. Smitha Baboo, Associate Professor at the School of Education, enriched the seminar with her research-backed insights into adolescent mental health and behavioural development. Holding dual doctorates in Psychology and Education, she discussed the impact of modern-day influences like digital media and gaming on young minds. Her talk also emphasized the importance of prosocial skill-building and emotional resilience in nurturing well-rounded learners. It was indeed a powerful reinforcement session, offering a balanced blend of spiritual, psychological, and educational perspectives, and leaving a lasting impact on all participants.

Student Enrichment Program:

   Retreats & Activity based Seminars are conducted in school for Catholic/ Christian students.  All children actively participate with much excitement & eagerness.

As a part of spiritual development of our students, the Holy Eucharist is conducted in the school for Catholic student every First Friday. For the Non- Catholic Students, Yoga is conducted;

"At St. Patrick's Academy – We Care " 
“There is no Health without mental health”. Fear of pandemic, no regular routine, less social contact and lack of coping mechanisms has made our young teens more anxious and less tolerant. Considering the need of the hour, the school management planned a series of Mental Health Workshops for students from grade VII to XII in the month of July, 2021. The Workshops were conducted by School Counsellor, MS.Deepika Saxena, under the guidance of Principal, Rev.Bro.Tomy Varghese. Students participated enthusiastically and gained insight as to how to get respite from the stress and pressure inflicted as a by-product of Covid-19. A clear message was put across during the workshop that ITS OK TO NOT TO BE OK.

 

Counselling Service: Counselling plays an important facet of the school programme and we have a well-trained councillor in the school to assist students in the areas of academic achievement, personal/social development and career development, ensuring today's students become productive and well-adjusted adults of tomorrow.