NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), in association with the Sahodaya School Complexes of Delhi/NCR, is organising the fourth National Summit on ‘Facilitating School-to-Work Transition’ in New Delhi on October 26 and 27, 2026. The event brings together school leaders, educators, industry experts and policymakers to discuss ways to prepare students for changing workforce requirements and future careers.Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), T. K. Anil Kumar, and CBSE Chairman Mandeep Bhandari attended the summit alongside senior officials from the Ministry and CBSE. The discussions focus on integrating skill education into mainstream schooling and helping students move from school to higher education, vocational training and employment.Four priorities outlined at the CBSE summitAddressing the gathering, Anil Kumar identified four key priorities: technology, digital safety and skills; design, creativity and innovation; recognition of skills across education systems through the National Credit Framework; and career guidance with equitable pathways.He stressed the importance of establishing smoother connections between school education, higher education, skilling and employment. The aim is to help learners make informed choices, pursue lifelong growth, contribute to society and live with dignity.Focus on skill education and future careersThe two-day summit provides a platform for participants to discuss emerging employment trends and approaches to developing skills among school students. It also creates opportunities for educators, school administrators and industry representatives to exchange ideas and establish partnerships for guidance and support.The discussions emphasise reducing barriers between different educational streams and equipping learners with competencies needed in an evolving employment landscape, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.Interactive sessions and best practicesInteractive sessions and expert discussions are covering innovative teaching methods, emerging assessment approaches, digital integration in education and models for strengthening skill education.Educators from CBSE-affiliated schools are also presenting case-based papers and posters showcasing successful initiatives and best practices in skill education. These presentations are intended to share practical experiences and approaches that schools can adapt to improve teaching and learning.The summit is also examining emerging trends and transformative practices in school education, with discussions centred on practical strategies for improving classroom processes and preparing students for career opportunities.Through these deliberations, CBSE is bringing together education and industry stakeholders to discuss approaches that connect classroom learning with the skills and competencies required in the workplace.
