PREM RATAN SHAH MEMORIAL

RK Trust has taken on an ambitious project of rebuilding the Shree Mahaveer Govt. Girls Senior Secondary School, Kalandri, Sirohi. The project will be a state-of-the-art school and take two years to complete. It received approval from the Rajasthan Government on 15 Sep 2023. On 26th January, 2024 the Bhoomi pooja was conducted at the site allocated for the school. The innovative school has been designed by well-known Goa architect Harsh Patel. His mantra for the design is based on sustainability .bricks used to build the school will be locally produced from the soil onsite. The school will then be renamed to Prem Ratan Shah Memorial Govt. Girls Senior Secondary School in the loving memory of the parent's of Ramesh Kumar Shah, Founder, RK Group.

Design Concept

The design concept for Prem Ratan Shah Government Girl’s School aspires to create a nurturing and empowering environment that fosters dignity, personal growth, independent self-learning, and community integration. Central to the design are shaded streets and courts of varied scales, strategically placed throughout the campus to encourage play, group activities, outdoor learning, and informal social interactions. These courts are designed to double as community spaces after school hours, linking the school with the local village and providing much-needed infrastructure for the locality.

Each classroom is treated as an independent entity, free to assume its space and direction within a protected environment. This results in an extroverted space with openended circulation. Instead of rigid and deterministic corridors, a network of interconnected spaces promotes adventure and curiosity, creating a sense of play and collaborative learning opportunities. Students can discover new learning spaces, engage with peers, and access different resources organically, fostering a dynamic and studentdriven campus experience.



Environmental sustainability is integral to the design engineering. The school incorporates passive cooling techniques, shaded outdoor spaces, on-site CSEB (Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks) production, rainwater harvesting, and solar energy solutions. These features ensure that the school minimizes its ecological footprint while teaching students about responsible living. The architecture of Premratan Shah Government Girl’s School combines innovative design, community involvement, and environmental care, creating an inspiring educational space where the girls of the nearby localities can thrive.



Architectural Vision

Renowned Goa architect, Harsh Patel, lends his expertise to design a school that embodies sustainability and innovation. The design philosophy revolves around utilizing locally-sourced materials and eco-friendly practices. One such feature includes the use of bricks produced from the soil onsite, emphasizing a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity.



Bhoomi Pooja Ceremony

On 26th December 2024, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, we conducted the auspicious Bhoomi Pooja ceremony for the Prem Ratan Shah Memorial Govt. Girls Senior Secondary School. This significant event marked the laying of the foundation stone, symbolizing the beginning of a new era in education for the girls of Kalandari, Sirohi.



Teachers Training Program

RK Trust, in collaboration with The Teachers Foundation, is conducting a Teacher’s Training program at Shree Mahaveer Government Girls Senior Secondary School in Kalandri, Sirohi. This program aims to enhance teachers' teaching skills and professional development, covering aspects like pedagogy, classroom management, and innovation. Through this engagement, RK Trust is dedicated to empowering teachers, equipping them with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance the overall learning experience for their students.

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