From February 4 to 8, a dedicated team of researchers visited a community school in Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City. Among them was Anurag Karki from the DLR Lab, supervised by Dr. Sushil Shrestha.To conduct a thorough needs assessment aimed at enhancing the teaching and learning methods in community schools.
Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City, one of Nepal’s first municipalities, holds significant historical importance. During their visit, the team engaged with a variety of stakeholders including the head teacher, school management committee, Parents Teacher Association, representatives of parents, teachers, and students. Through surveys, focus groups, and interviews, both formal and informal, they gathered valuable insights into the current situation, challenges, opportunities, and needs of the schools.