St. Lawrence International School Students Explore Kurukshetra on Educational Tour
Students of St. Lawrence International School, Jagadhri and Bilaspur, undertook an educational and recreational tour of the historic city of Kurukshetra, giving children from Classes I to IX an opportunity to learn about the region’s history, culture, religious heritage, educational institutions, wildlife and natural environment through direct experience.
The tour was planned as a learning experience beyond the classroom, with students visiting a range of places representing different dimensions of Kurukshetra. The school management and teachers extended their best wishes to the students and gave them necessary instructions for maintaining safety, discipline and proper conduct throughout the journey.
Learning About History, Culture and Heritage
During the visit, the students explored Geeta Gyan Sansthanam, Shri Tirupati Balaji Temple, Brahma Sarovar, Dharohar Haryana Museum, Kurukshetra University, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra and Gurdwara Sahib Sixth Patshahi. The varied itinerary allowed students to experience religious, cultural, historical and educational spaces during a single learning journey.
At Geeta Gyan Sansthanam, students received informative guidance related to the Bhagavad Gita, Indian culture and life values. The visit gave them an opportunity to connect concepts associated with Indian traditions with a place where such subjects are discussed and studied.
The visit to the Dharohar Haryana Museum introduced the students to the state’s rich folk culture, traditions, art and heritage. Seeing cultural objects and representations in a museum setting offered the young learners a more direct understanding of aspects of Haryana that may otherwise remain limited to textbooks and classroom discussions.
Exposure to Higher and Technical Education
The students also visited Kurukshetra University and NIT Kurukshetra, where they were introduced to the environment of higher and technical education. For school students, visits to such institutions can provide an early glimpse of educational opportunities beyond school and help them understand the wider learning journey that may follow their school years.
The educational component of the tour therefore extended beyond sightseeing. By visiting institutions and heritage sites, students were able to relate different subjects and themes—such as history, culture, education and technology—to real places and experiences.
Religious and Natural Heritage Experiences
The students visited Shri Tirupati Balaji Temple and Gurdwara Sahib Sixth Patshahi and paid their respects at the religious sites. Such visits also introduced them to the diversity of India’s religious and cultural traditions in a setting where students could observe these places directly.
The tour later took the students to Pipli Zoo, where they observed different species of wildlife and birds. The experience combined recreation with an opportunity to understand the importance of wildlife conservation and sensitivity towards nature. For younger students in particular, seeing animals and birds at close range can make lessons related to biodiversity and environmental responsibility more tangible.
The combination of heritage locations, educational institutions and a wildlife visit gave the students a broad experience of Kurukshetra and its surrounding attractions. It also encouraged them to look at learning as something that can take place in museums, campuses, religious sites and natural spaces as well as inside a classroom.
Educational Tours and Holistic Development
Eminent educationist Dr M.K. Sehgal said educational tours have a special place in a student’s development. He said knowledge gained through direct experience outside the classroom can remain with students for a long time. According to him, such visits provide an important link between students and subjects such as history, culture, religion, education and nature.
He emphasised the value of learning through observation and experience. When students see places connected with topics they encounter in their studies, they get an opportunity to develop a more concrete understanding of those subjects and ask questions based on what they observe.
Discipline, Cooperation and Shared Experiences
Chairperson Dr Rajni Sehgal said educational tours play an important role in the overall development of students. She said such programmes help students develop discipline, cooperation, self-reliance and a sense of mutual understanding. They also provide children with an opportunity to become familiar with the historical, cultural and natural heritage of their own state.
A group tour also gives students opportunities to interact with classmates in a different environment. Travelling together, following instructions, staying with the group and responding to schedules can reinforce habits of cooperation and responsibility that are useful in school as well as everyday life.
Students Return With New Learning
The students participated in the tour with enthusiasm while maintaining discipline throughout the visit. They said the journey gave them new information about Indian culture, history, religious heritage, education, nature and wildlife. The experience also allowed them to share a learning journey with their classmates and teachers outside the regular school environment.
Parents appreciated the school management and teachers for organising the educational tour in a safe and systematic manner. The participation of teachers and staff members ensured that the students remained guided and supervised during the different stages of the visit.
Vikrant Gulati, Gagan Bajaj, Deepak Sharma, Lakhwinder Kaur, Rakhi Banga, Meenu Gera, Rajni Sharma, Raman and Kuljit Singh were among the teachers and staff members present during the educational tour.
This report is based on information provided by the school regarding the educational tour. Details of the places visited, participating students, teachers and statements have been presented as supplied by the institution.
