Dear Principals, Teachers, and Parents,

The Happiness and Wellbeing in Education 2024 International Conference was a landmark event, uniting a diverse community of educators, leaders, and parents over two impactful days. With a focus on fostering student happiness and holistic development, the conference was thoughtfully organized into three distinct sessions tailored to key groups—principals and leaders, parents, and teachers.

Opening session (Morning, 23 November)

The conference opened with a vibrant session attended by over 300 participants, including principals, heads of institutes, government officials, and embassy representatives. Discussions centered on strategies for promoting well-being in education, covering topics such as:

• Experiences in implementing holistic education

• Personalized learning approaches

• Building joyful learning environments

The speakers’ insights provided school leaders with clear and inspiring directions to create positive and engaging atmospheres within their schools, supporting both educators and students.

Parent conference (Afternoon, 23 November)

The second session welcomed around 200 parents, focusing on their critical role in guiding and encouraging children’s growth. This interactive session equipped parents with essential skills and knowledge, including:

• Effective communication techniques to spark curiosity, creativity, and joy in learning

• Positive parenting methods

• Strategies to nurture children’s physical, social, and emotional development

Speakers offered practical tools for parents to foster a strong foundation for their children’s future within a modern educational context.

Teacher conference (24 November)

The final session brought together over 80 teachers for dynamic discussions on cultivating happiness in classrooms. Key themes included:

• Practical strategies to empower students academically, socially, and emotionally

• Approaches to enhancing personal well-being for teachers

• Creating a nurturing and thriving classroom environment

Teachers left the session inspired and equipped with actionable insights to support their students and themselves in achieving holistic success.

Conference Highlights

Across the three sessions, the conference featured over 20 distinguished speakers who shared their expertise on various aspects of happiness and well-being in education. The presentations underscored the collective effort required from school leaders, teachers, and parents to create happy, thriving students.

Gratitude and Future Collaboration

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants, speakers, and supporters who contributed to the success of this conference. Your dedication to advancing student well-being has made a profound impact.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to fostering collaboration and innovation in education. With a range of workshops available—and the potential to design tailored sessions—we eagerly anticipate working together to shape a brighter future for education.

Thank you once again for your support and participation.

Sincerely,
Institute for Education and Human Development (EDI)

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