Overview
Today Rotary Club Rupnagar introduced *"Rotary Vidya Sarthi"* – a new Student Connect Helpline for the students of GMN Senior Secondary School.
The initiative is aimed at *guiding and supporting students who are in distress*. Students were informed that they can reach out for help regarding *mental health issues like stress related to studies, family, friends, or any kind of anxiety*. A *qualified psychologist’s number* was shared with them for confidential counseling and support.
Along with this, *two helpline numbers for Career Counseling* were also shared. The resource persons will guide students in *choosing the right career path, subject selection,knowledge about various skill based education options and academic planning* to help them make informed decisions about their future. Students were encouraged to use these helplines without hesitation, because *asking for help is a sign of strength*.
Resource presonsare as follows ...
1.Rtn Prof Prabhjit Singh( Career Counseling)
2.Rtn Dr JK Sharma .(Skill development)
3.Jasjeet Kaur (psychologist)
*LONG TERM IMPACT:*
1. *Mental Well-being* – Early support will help students manage stress and anxiety before it affects their health and studies. It creates a safe space where students feel heard and supported.
2. *Academic Stability* – With timely guidance, students can cope better with academic pressure and perform with more focus and confidence.
3. *Career Clarity* – Regular counseling will help students choose careers aligned with their strengths and interests, reducing confusion and wrong choices after Class 12.
4. *Culture of Openness* – This initiative will normalize talking about mental health and seeking help, building emotionally resilient and responsible young citizens.
This is a drive that will be carried out in around 55 schools .
We thank the Principal and Staff of *GMN Senior Secondary School* for supporting this initiative, and our resource persons for volunteering their time for our students.
*"Guiding Youth, Shaping Futures"*