Importance of teacher as a tool of community mobilization and strengthening school management committee

Abstract

This paper emphasises upon the importance of teachers as a mediator among various stakeholders who are involved in teaching –learning activities directly or indirectly regarding school related activities and decision making process. This paper tries to understand the role of teachers as an important change maker in the school and as well as in the community. This paper examines the role of School Management Committee and role of community mobilization to bring improvement in the school's functioning. Teachers are the important part of School Management Committee to play their role as crucial partner with parents to bring positive changes in the present school education system. Community also plays an essential role to ensure quality education for its children in schools. Teachers are becoming a bridge between school functionaries, community members and parents to work for the betterment of the students, schools and community.