Gender

Female

Location

KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL

Organization

VIDYA MANDIR SOCIETY

Title / Role

HEAD-INNOVATIONS & SKILLS

Subject(s) I Teach or Learning Interest Area

MATHEMATICS & IT

Personal Interests and Passions

I am deeply passionate about teaching Mathematics through non-conventional pedagogy that sparks curiosity, breaks fear, and makes numbers come alive. I believe learning should be joyful, meaningful, and rooted in real-life connections. My teaching constantly evolves through the integration of technology, helping me create immersive, engaging experiences for my learners. I’m driven by a commitment to lifelong learning—whether it's reading, exploring new ideas, or attending workshops that empower me to grow as an educator and stay ahead in a rapidly changing educational landscape.

Personal Website / ePortfolio / Personal Web Presence (PWP)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hira-prasad-71299218/

More About Me

An educator with over 33 years of experience, I retired as the Principal of Birla High School-Mukundapur on 31st March 2025 and currently serve as the Head – Innovations & Skills for three schools under the Vidya Mandir Society. My passion lies in transforming Mathematics education through non-conventional pedagogy and seamless technology integration, making learning both engaging and meaningful. I have also authored graded Maths Books for Classes I to V both for CBSE and ICSE board published by Pearson A firm believer in preparing students for the future, I have spearheaded several innovative initiatives, including the conceptualization and establishment of the Da Vinci Innovation Lab—a dynamic space that fosters curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning through AI, robotics, coding, and design thinking. Recipient of multiple national and international accolades—including the Intel Best Teacher Award, Pearson-NDTV Excellence in Mathematics, and the National Principal Award—I remain a lifelong learner, always eager to read, explore, and attend workshops that empower my journey as an educator and change-maker.