Who we are
- Child-centric methods
- Classroom reform
- Innovative training
- Sustained impact
Meet
OUR Trustees
TVG Krishnamurthy
Founder Trustee
A startup veteran and advisor to many unicorn startups, TVG brings a wealth of experience and a visionary approach to Tejasvita Trust. He champions the power of mental stimulation in early childhood as crucial for developing language and cognitive skills. At Tejasvita, TVG is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education to children in low-income communities and unlock every child's full potential.
Gayathri Tirthapura
Co-founder Trustee and Executive Director
With over 25 years of experience spanning education organizations and corporate sectors, Gayathri is a passionate educator who firmly believes in the transformative power of child-centric education. At Tejasvita Trust, she leverages applied research to develop innovative programs that inspire joy of learning and elevate learning outcomes for children. Her empowerment approach to teacher training ensures that educators are well-equipped to foster environments where every child can thrive. Driven by her passion, Gayathri is committed to expanding these programs to impact more lives, believing deeply in their potential to make a lasting difference. She holds a Master of Education from Harvard University and a Master of Science from Stanford University.
Gautam Balijepalli
Co-founder Trustee
An entrepreneurial leader, Gautam brings a wealth of experience in founding new ventures and leading strategic investments. His proven expertise in structuring partnerships and managing board and C-level relationships has driven significant shareholder value. At Tejasvita Trust, Gautam applies his strategic acumen to help enhance and sustain the impactful educational initiatives.
Meet Our
Operational team
Gayathri Tirthapura
Executive Director
Bindu Ajay
Program Facilitator
Gayatri Devulapalli
Program Facilitator
history
Success and Strategic Expansion
Elevated outcomes in literacy and numeracy marked the full program's success, gaining acceptance among teachers and parents. Tejasvita expanded to another school, launched a primary school literacy program, and began impacting over 500 children annually.
Full Implementation and Curriculum Expansion
One partner school fully adopted Tejasvita's child-centric curriculum and pedagogy, expanding to include literacy and numeracy. Parents were engaged through experiential workshops, enhancing understanding and support for child-centric education.
Expanded School Partnerships
Tejasvita Trust continued its engagement with two Affordable Private Schools and deepened its impact by partnering with one to train their teachers in implementing the Tejasvita child-centric program, enhancing educational quality and consistency.
Study Results and COVID Response
The impact study confirmed significantly elevated outcomes for children. As COVID-19 disrupted education, Tejasvita Trust adapted by launching online programs to continue supporting children's learning during the pandemic, ensuring ongoing educational engagement.
Launch of Impact Study
Tejasvita Trust launched a two-year study to assess the effectiveness of its curriculum in 3 affordable private schools, impacting 200 children annually. The study involved developing robust assessment frameworks to meticulously measure and analyze educational outcomes.
Curriculum Development through Applied Research
Tejasvita Trust began developing a child-centric preschool curriculum with a focus on social-emotional, pre-literacy, pre-numeracy, and aesthetic growth. Each activity was rigorously tested in classrooms and documented, establishing a scalable educational framework.
Shift to Affordable Private Schools
In response to high child attrition rates at Anganwadis, Tejasvita Trust redirected its efforts to two Affordable Private Schools in South Bangalore. This strategic move aimed to stabilize participation and enhance the sustainability and impact of our preschool program.
Preschool Program at Anganwadis
Shifting focus for greater impact, Tejasvita Trust moved its preschool program from SOS to two Anganwadi centers in South Bangalore. This transition allowed the implementation of our child-centric methods during school hours, optimizing engagement and learning outcomes.
Launch of Child-Centric Preschool Program
Tejasvita Trust initiated its first child-centric program at SOS Children's Villages in South Bangalore. This served as a proof of concept and laid the groundwork for future educational efforts, marking our commitment to transforming early childhood education in low-income communities.