EPISODE #40 | Sameer Arora – Innovating Education: How Well-being Shapes Success at Shiv Nadar School

February 07, 2025 00:37:46
EPISODE #40 | Sameer Arora – Innovating Education: How Well-being Shapes Success at Shiv Nadar School
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EPISODE #40 | Sameer Arora – Innovating Education: How Well-being Shapes Success at Shiv Nadar School

Feb 07 2025 | 00:37:46

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Show Notes

In this episode with Sameer we dive into how Shiv Nadar School integrates well-being and positive education into its innovative curriculum, creating a lasting impact on students and staff. Sameer shares insights into:

More About Sameer

Sameer Arora, Principal of Shiv Nadar School, Gurgaon, is a seasoned educator with over 24 years of leadership and collaboration experience. He holds a Master’s in Commerce, a degree in Education, and leadership certifications from Columbia Business School and the International Baccalaureate. As a trained career counsellor and founder of travel-based experiential education start-ups, Sameer has contributed to global initiatives like the International Association for College Admission Counselling and National Geographic’s “Unlock Hour” in India.

Recognised with numerous accolades, including the Distinguished Service Award from the Duke of Edinburgh Award Authority and the Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction Award, Sameer actively supports scalable education innovations through Rise Projects and HundrED. A passionate speaker, he shares insights at events by ed-tech firms, universities, and global organisations.

Driven by a mission to inspire environmentally conscious, curious individuals, Sameer channels his energy into shaping future-ready students and educators. Outside work, he enjoys travel, music, books, and time with his dogs.

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Website: https://shivnadarschool.edu.in/
Linkedin: Sameer Arora

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