By Priyanshi Vora
SMILE students who have recently cleared their 10th Board Exams
As a part of its community outreach programme, IIMA, in association with Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, has set up a supplementary education/resource centre called SMILE (Student-Mediated Initiative for Learning to Excel) under the Gyan Shakti Marg flyover opposite the Heritage Campus of IIMA, for the benefit of underprivileged students living in and around Vastrapur, where the Institute is located. The centre is open to any student who wishes to use its resources. Classes are conducted for students belonging to standards 6th to 10th, 11th, and 12th (Science, Arts, and Commerce). IIMA students make up the volunteer team that coordinates the activities of SMILE. The Dean (Alumni & External Relations) provides the overall leadership for this initiative.
We are thrilled to share the amazing news that our SMILE students have achieved 100% pass results in both 10th and 12th grade board exams! This incredible feat is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff.
Top Scores
10th Grade: Highest score of 86%
12th Grade: Highest score of 80%
We are grateful to our incredible teachers, staff, and sponsor, the IIMA Alumni Association Mumbai Chapter, for their unwavering support and contributions to this success. Their efforts have made a real difference in the lives of our students.
SMILE’s mission is to empower underprivileged students with quality education and support. We’re proud of our students’ achievements and look forward to continuing our work together to help them reach their full potential.
“We are extremely proud of our students at SMILE who have excelled and achieved 100% results in the 10th and 12th board examinations for the second straight year. Their efforts are a testament to the hard work put in by the teachers at SMILE and the IIMA’s volunteer students. We are extremely grateful for the support of our sponsor, IIMA Alumni Association Mumbai Chapter, that made this possible,” — Professor Sunil Maheshwari, Dean, Alumni and External Relations, IIMA.
“As a 10th standard student, I dream of becoming a doctor one day. I’m passionate about Science and Maths, and I enjoy learning English when it’s taught in an engaging way. Although my future plans might take a different turn with aspirations to pursue Commerce and become a Chartered Accountant, I’m excited to work hard and see where my journey takes me.” — Tanvi Panchal, 10th Standard highest scorer (SMILE Student).
“I’m determined to do well in life. After scoring 80% in my exams, I want to pursue an MBA to become a successful businesswoman. I’m thankful to my teachers and parents for their support, and I want to make them proud. With a clear plan and hard work, I’m confident I can achieve my goals and make a positive impact.”— Krishna Jadhav, 12th Standard highest scorer (SMILE Student).
Priyanshi Vora is the Project Coordinator for SMILE.
