Extension Activity Empowers 150 School Students
Report on Extension Activity Programme
The Department of Commerce, Kamaraj Women’s College, Thoothukudi, organized an Extension Activity on 17 August 2026 at 3.00 p.m. at Victoria Girls Higher Secondary School, Thoothukudi. The programme aimed to connect college students with school students through meaningful educational and awareness activities.
A total of 150 Class XI students participated enthusiastically in the programme. Through interactive sessions, the college students shared useful knowledge on values, responsible mobile phone usage and the importance of education. In addition, a quiz made the programme engaging and encouraged active participation.
Objectives of the Programme
The Extension Activity focused on the following objectives:
- Promote meaningful interaction between college and school students
- Share useful knowledge and experiences with school students
- Create awareness about responsible mobile phone usage
- Highlight the importance of education
- Promote good values and responsible behaviour
- Improve communication and leadership skills among college students
- Encourage social responsibility and community engagement
Thus, the programme provided a valuable learning experience for both college and school students.
Participation of School Students
Around 150 students of Class XI from Victoria Girls Higher Secondary School actively participated in the programme.
The students responded enthusiastically to the various sessions and activities. Moreover, their active involvement created a lively environment for learning and interaction.
The programme covered four major areas:
- Moral Stories
- Awareness on Mobile Addiction
- Importance and Essentials of Education
- Quiz Programme
Each activity addressed an important aspect of student development.
Moral Stories and Value Education
The college students shared interesting moral stories with the school students. These stories conveyed simple yet meaningful lessons about values, positive attitudes and responsible behaviour.
Furthermore, the session encouraged students to understand the importance of honesty, kindness, discipline and respect in everyday life. The interactive approach helped them relate these values to situations they may encounter at school, home and in society.
Awareness on Mobile Addiction
Another important session focused on mobile addiction and its harmful effects.
The college students explained how excessive mobile phone usage can affect concentration, studies, sleep patterns, social interaction and time management. In addition, they highlighted the need to maintain a healthy balance between digital activities and everyday responsibilities.
The session encouraged students to:
- Limit unnecessary mobile phone usage
- Avoid distractions while studying
- Use digital devices for productive purposes
- Maintain healthy sleep and study routines
- Spend quality time on physical and social activities
As a result, the school students gained greater awareness about using technology responsibly.
Importance of Education
The session on the importance and essentials of education encouraged students to recognize education as a foundation for personal and professional growth.
The college students explained that education helps individuals gain knowledge, develop confidence, improve skills and explore better career opportunities. Moreover, education plays an important role in developing responsible citizens who can contribute positively to society.
The session motivated the school students to focus on their studies, set meaningful goals and make effective use of the educational opportunities available to them.
Interactive Quiz Programme
The quiz programme added an enjoyable and competitive element to the Extension Activity.
Students enthusiastically answered questions and tested their general knowledge and learning skills. Furthermore, the activity encouraged quick thinking, concentration and active participation.
The quiz created an energetic atmosphere and demonstrated that learning can be both informative and enjoyable.
Learning Experience for College Students
The programme also provided valuable practical exposure to the students of the Department of Commerce.
By conducting the sessions themselves, the college students developed:
- Communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Leadership qualities
- Teaching abilities
- Teamwork
- Confidence in public interaction
- Social responsibility
Most importantly, they gained an opportunity to apply their knowledge in a real-life educational setting. Therefore, the activity benefited not only the school students but also the college students who conducted the sessions.
College-School Interaction
The Extension Activity created an effective platform for interaction between college and school students.
The school students actively responded to the presentations, discussions and quiz. Meanwhile, the college students gained firsthand experience in communicating with a younger audience and presenting information in a simple and engaging manner.
Consequently, the programme strengthened the connection between Kamaraj Women’s College and Victoria Girls Higher Secondary School.
Programme Outcomes
The programme successfully achieved its objectives and provided several meaningful outcomes.
Through the Extension Activity:
- 150 Class XI students benefited from educational and awareness sessions
- Students learned about responsible mobile phone usage
- The importance of education and personal values was reinforced
- The quiz encouraged active and enjoyable learning
- College students strengthened their communication and presentation skills
- Participants developed greater awareness of social responsibility
- The relationship between the college and school was strengthened
Furthermore, the programme demonstrated the value of sharing knowledge beyond the college campus.
Conclusion
Overall, the Extension Activity Programme organized by the Department of Commerce, Kamaraj Women’s College, proved to be an informative and socially meaningful initiative.
The active participation of 150 Class XI students made the programme engaging and successful. Through moral stories, mobile addiction awareness, guidance on education and the interactive quiz, the programme combined learning with practical awareness.
Most importantly, the activity encouraged knowledge sharing, student interaction, skill development and social responsibility. It also provided a valuable opportunity for college students to serve the wider student community while developing their own communication, leadership and presentation abilities.