Principals Association of Nepal
“Educate, Empower, Excel: Principals of Nepal Leading the Way”
“Educate, Empower, Excel: Principals of Nepal Leading the Way”
Principals Association of Nepal
Principals Association of Nepal (PAN)
Second National Summit-2025
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Message from the PAN President
Dear Esteemed Members, Friends and Education Leaders,
A warm welcome to the Second National Summit of the Principals’ Association of Nepal (PAN) in the beautiful city of Pokhara. It is an honor to gather once again as a community dedicated to transforming education through leadership, innovation, and excellence.
This year’s theme, “Redefining Leadership Dimensions: Pioneering Change for School Excellence,” underscores our shared mission—to reshape school leadership, embrace innovation, and drive sustainable change in Nepal’s education system. As principals, we are not just administrators but visionary leaders shaping the future of learning.
Over the next two days, we will engage in insightful discussions, strategic dialogues, and collaborative learning. Through interactive sessions, expert panels, and networking opportunities, we aim to explore innovative leadership strategies, policy reforms, and best practices that will redefine the way we lead our schools towards excellence.
A heartfelt thank you to the organizing committee, speakers, and participants whose dedication has made this event possible. Your contributions continue to make PAN a strong, dynamic, and impactful platform for school leaders across Nepal. I also extend my sincere appreciation to our partners and supporters who share our vision and stand with us in this journey.
Let us use this summit as an opportunity to inspire, innovate, and lead with purpose. I encourage you all to engage actively, exchange ideas, and take away meaningful insights that will empower your leadership and transform education in your institutions.
On behalf of the Principals’ Association of Nepal, I wish you a productive, inspiring, and memorable summit. May this gathering ignite new ideas, foster lasting collaborations, and strengthen our resolve to pioneer change for school excellence.
With warm regards,
Sudam Prasad Gautam
President, Principals’ Association of Nepal (PAN)
📅 June 6-7, 2025 | 📍 Pokhara, Nepal
Principals’ Association of Nepal (PAN) | Second National Summit-2025
PAN National Submit Program
1. Background of the Summit
The Second National Summit of the Principals Association of Nepal (PAN) is a landmark event aimed at empowering school leaders with changing dimensions of leadership strategies to transform the education system. As education undergoes rapid changes in the 21st century, the role of school principals has become more dynamic and crucial than ever.
This summit brings together education leaders, policymakers, and experts to explore
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2. Overview of the First National Summit
The first National Summit of the Principals' Association of Nepal (PAN) was held at the Dusit Princess Hotel, Lazimpat, Kathmandu, from June 6 to 7, 2024. Its main objective was to elect the central executive committee of PAN and to recognize outstanding municipalities, schools, and principals. Over 1000 principals from 77 districts participated, making it a resounding success. Distinguished personalities from Nepal and abroad enriched sessions with panel discussions and keynote speeches.
2.1 Recognition of the Best
- 2.1.1 Best Municipality of the Year: Outstanding support of community schools.
- 2.1.2 Best Principal of the Year: Seven community school principals recognized.
- 2.1.3 Best School of the Year: Seven community schools honored for achievements.
- 2.1.3 Award for Long Tenure in Teaching: Dedicated long-term service recognized.
2.2 Major Outcomes
- Enhanced understanding of professional development in community schools.
- Award ceremony inspired schools to adopt best practices.
- Sharing sessions guided novice principals for future progress.
- International recognition through ICP for Nepalese principals.
3. Major Initiatives of PAN (2024/2025)
Since its inception, PAN has been
In 2024/25, PAN organized a series of interactive sessions and capacity-building programs. Key initiatives are showcased below:
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4. Expected Outcomes of Second National Summit
- Contributions to school policy and planning.
- Strengthening leadership networks.
- Actionable recommendations for educational policies.
- A reaffirmed commitment to innovation and inclusivity.
5. Detailed Program Overview
Day 1 - June 5
COUNCIL MEETINGVenue: Vindhyabasini Secondary School, Pokhara-16, Batulichaur, Kaski
Participants: 325 representatives (District, Provincial, and Central Committees)
Agenda for General Assembly:
- Approval of the national conference budget
- Discussion and approval of the statute
- Approval of PAN's policy and program for the upcoming year
- Approval of PAN's strategic action plan
- Restructuring of the central committee's responsibilities and formation of departments
- Discussion on Pokhara Declaration
Day 2 - June 6
OPENING CEREMONY, AWARDS & CULTURAL EVENINGVenue: Sabha Griha, Pokhara, Kaski
Participants check-in, receive summit materials, and engage in networking.
Chairperson: PAN President
Chief Guest: TBD
Special Guests:
- Chief Minister (Gandaki Province)
- Social Development Minister
- Mayor of Pokhara Metropolitan City
- Government officials
Guests:
Representatives from RELO, UNESCO, JICA, British Council, USEF-Nepal, supporting agencies, Mayors of different municipalities, Education Stakeholders, Industry Representatives, University Professors, Award Selection Committee and Teacher organizations.
- National Anthem of Nepal
- Candle Lighting by the Chief Guest
- Presentation of PAN Introductory Video
- Welcome Performance: Cultural Dance by Students
- PAN District Flagging Ceremony (77 District Representatives)
- Welcome Speech by PAN President
- Best wishes video presentation
Token of love will be handed over to speakers immediately after each speech
- Sudarshan Ghimire, Chairman, Sikai Foundation
- Lppei Shimizu, JICA Education Advisor
- Jaco Du Toit, UNESCO Representative to Nepal
- Rustom Mody, Country Director, British Council Nepal
- Roger Cohen, Regional English Language Officer, US Embassy Nepal
- Nistha Rajbhandari, Senior Program Officer, USEF-Nepal
- Dhanraj Aacharya, Mayor, Pokhara Metropolitan City
- Surendra Raj Pandey, Chief Minister, Gandaki province
Video introduction of honorees as per the categories
Award Categories:
🏆 Best Schools (honoring basic and secondary schools for innovation & academic performance from all provinces)
🏆 Best Principals (honoring basic and secondary schools for visionary leadership from all provinces)
🏆 Best Municipalities and rural municipalities (Based on their contributions in education)
🏆 Best Metropolitan City (Based on their contributions in education)
🏆 Long-Tenure Principal of the Year (Decades of Impact)
- Inauguration of PAN LMS by the chief guest
- Best wishes Speech of the chief guest
- Presentation of a Token of Love to the Chief Guest and all the guests
(प्रशासनबाट दृष्टिकोणतर्फः भविष्यमूखी विद्यालयका लागि रुपान्तरणकारी नेतृत्व)
Panelists:
- Prof. Dr. Bidhyanath Koirala
- Ramsprasad Subedi
- Abhishek Ghimire
- A Female headteacher from Kaski
Moderator: Prakriti Adhikari
Topic: "Navigating Learning Emotions: Ahead with Comprehensive School counseling Program for Students and Teachers' Wellbeing"
Topic: "The Need for Comprehensive School Safety"
Topic: "Introducing Fullbright: Pathways for Nepal's Teachers, Leaders and Learners"
Topic: "JICA's Basic Education Support in Nepal"
Networking dinner with live music, fostering collaboration among participants.
Day 3: Leadership and Thematic Discussions
Schedule of Events"Lead, Cultivate, and Catalyze: How Principals Make a Difference in Teacher Professional Learning"
"AI Tools & Gen AI in Education Speaker"
"Climate Action in School: Getting Every Learner Climate-Ready"
"Reimagining Urban Education: Transforming Kathmandu's Schools for the Future"
Panelists:
Dhananjaya Sharma, Nanda Kumari Maharjan, Prof. Dr Bed Raj Aacharya, Joint Secretary, Gandaki Province
Moderator: Prabhat Chalaune
Focus:
- - Leadership Gaps
- - Preparing Principals
- - Policy Role
- - Technology Integration
- - Inclusive Leadership
- - Geography and Culture
"Performative Leadership: Minimizing the Pitfalls in School Leadership"
"Building Brains, Shaping Futures: The True Value of Early Childhood Development"
"Leading for Change: School Leadership Standards and Practice in a Global Contexts"
"The US Embassy Regional English Language Office: Opportunities and Resources for Teachers across Nepal"
Vote of thanks and sponsor recognition: media partners, security personnel, journalists, volunteers, organizers
Closing remarks by PAN leadership and acknowledgments