AP Schools Reopening 2026: Mana Badi-Mana Panduga Guidelines, Schedule, Pledge

AP Schools Reopening 2026: Mana Badi-Mana Panduga Guidelines, Schedule, Pledge, AP Schools Reopening 2026: AP SCERT Guidelines for Student Welcome Festival (Mana Badi - Mana Panduga) School Education - SCERT, Andhra Pradesh – Reopening of Schools for the Academic year 2026-27 on 12.06.2026 – Organisation of Student Welcome Festival (Mana Badi-Mana Panduga) -Instructions issued  Rc.No.ESE02/841/2026-SCERT Dt11-06-2026

AP Schools Reopening 2026: AP SCERT Guidelines for Student Welcome Festival (Mana Badi - Mana Panduga)

“Every child who walks through the school gate deserves a joyful beginning.”

"Every Child Welcome, Every Child Matters” – Mana Badi, Mana Panduga

The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, has officially announced the reopening of schools for the academic year 2026-27. To mark this fresh start, the Director of School Education, Smt. Thameem Ansariya. A, IAS, has issued comprehensive guidelines to celebrate the first day of school as a mega event: the Student Welcome Festival ("Mana Badi - Mana Panduga").

In this post, you will find the complete details, scheduled activities, and responsibilities for Headmasters, teachers, and SMC members to organize the school reopening festival successfully on June 12, 2026.

Key Highlights of AP Schools Reopening 2026

•  Reopening Date: June 12, 2026.

•  Event Name: Student Welcome Festival ('Mana Badi - Mana Panduga').

•  Objective: To create a warm, joyful, child-friendly atmosphere and ensure a smooth transition for new entrants.

•  Target Group: Special focus on Grade 1 (from Anganwadi), Grade 6, Grade 9, dropouts, and students transferring from private institutions.

Major Objectives of 'Mana Badi - Mana Panduga'

The main goals outlined by the SCERT AP for the festival include:

• Welcoming all students warmly on Day 1 to set a positive tone for the year.

• Re-integrating never-enrolled children, school dropouts, and students shifting from private schools.

• Actively involving parents, School Management Committees (SMC), and local community members in school development.

• Enhancing regular student attendance and developing a sense of belonging right from the first day.

School Readiness & Preparatory Activities

Before the grand opening on June 12, schools must complete the following beautification and mobilization tasks:

1. School Cleaning & Beautification

•  Deep Cleaning: Headmasters and teachers must clean classrooms, corridors, toilets, and drinking water points. All ceiling fans must be serviced.

•  Eco-Friendly Decorations: Use mango leaf torans, beautiful rangoli/muggulu, and marigold garlands. Strictly zero plastic—use only local, natural materials.

•  Inspirational Displays: Put up welcome banners, motivational quotes, student artwork, and success stories of notable alumni.

2. Community Mobilization & Logistics

•  Welcoming Committee: Form a dedicated team comprising the HM (Chair), 2-3 teachers, SMC President/VP, 4-5 senior student volunteers, and 2 parents.

•  Door-to-Door Invitations: Teachers and SMC members should visit village habitations personally to invite new students and their parents.

•  The Buddy System: HMs must assign a senior 'Buddy Student' to every new entrant to assist them (e.g., Grade 5 buddy for Grade 1; Grade 8/10 buddy for Grade 6/9). One buddy can assist 3–5 new students.

•  Day 1 Treats: Coordinate with Mid-Day Meal (MDM) cooks to prepare a special sweet treat or sweet pongal.

•  Zero-Cost Welcome Kits: Prepare simple, handmade bookmarks, school timetables, or greeting cards from classmates.

Official Student Welcome Festival Schedule (June 12, 2026)

S.No	Suggested Activity	Led By
1	School readiness check and briefing of Buddy Students by teachers.	HM + Teachers
2	Festive Reception at the Gate: Welcoming children by name with tilak, flowers/welcome notes, name tags, and pinning Buddy Badges.	Buddies + Welcome Teachers + SMC
3	Welcome Assembly: Prayer, school song, and administrative pledge. HM address via IFP/PA system highlighting school vision, achievements, and student rights.	HM
4	Cultural Showcase & Ice Breaking: Folk songs, dances, a short skit on the value of education, or animated storytelling.	Cultural Teacher + Buddies
5	Collective Pledge: Joint recitation by students, parents, teachers, and SMC members.	HM / Senior Teacher
6	Student Kit Rollout: Distribution of free textbooks, uniforms, and welcome kits. Capturing photos with a 'Mana Badi' cardboard selfie frame to share in parent WhatsApp groups.	All Teachers
7	Guided Campus Tour & Activities: Buddies guide new students/parents to classrooms, science labs, libraries, and toilets. Interactive classroom activities (Name, Dream, Friendship Bracelet).	Buddies + Class Teachers
8	Special MDM Lunch & Parent Info Session: Serving sweet pongal. Orientation for parents regarding timetables, calendars, and school contact numbers.	HM + SMC + MDM Cook

Download the Official Collective Pledge (సమూహ ప్రతిజ్ఞ)

As per the guidelines, a collective pledge must be administered, where the Headmaster or a senior teacher will lead, and all students, parents, and community members will repeat it. 

"Every child who walks through the school gate deserves a joyful beginning."

Telugu Pledge Text (సమూహ ప్రతిజ్ఞ 2026):

మేము ఈ పాఠశాల విద్యార్థులు, తల్లిదండ్రులు, ఉపాధ్యాయులు, పాఠశాల నిర్వహణ కమిటీ సభ్యులు మరియు సమాజ సభ్యులు ఈ రోజు ఒక్క మనసుతో ప్రతిజ్ఞ చేస్తున్నాం:

1. ప్రతి బిడ్డ సురక్షితంగా, సంతోషంగా పాఠశాలకు వచ్చేలా చేయడం మా బాధ్యత.

2. ఏ బిడ్డ కూడా బడి మానకుండా, చదువు అర్థంతరంగా ఆగకుండా కాపాడతాం.

3. పాఠశాలను అందరికీ సమ్మిళిత, వివક્ષత లేని స్థలంగా నిలబెడతాం.

4. విద్యార్థులకు నాణ్యమైన, ఆనందమయమైన అభ్యాస వాతావరణాన్ని అందిస్తాం.

5. ప్రతి తల్లిదండ్రీ తమ పిల్లల చదువులో భాగస్వాములు అవుతారు.

6. ప్రతి ఉపాధ్యాయుడు - బాల్యాన్ని గౌరవిస్తూ, ప్రేమతో నేర్పిస్తారు.

7. సమాజంలో ప్రతి ఒక్కరూ ఈ పాఠశాల పిల్లల సంరక్షకులు. ఆంధ్రప్రదేశ్ ప్రభుత్వ పాఠశాలల విద్యార్థులమైన మేము జ్ఞానంతో, శ్రమతో, నీతితో దేశాన్ని నిర్మిస్తాం. ఇది మా ప్రతిజ్ఞ.

Important Links & Official References

•  Official Proceedings Number: Rc.No.ESE02/841/2026-SCERT, Dated 11-06-2026.

• Issued By: Smt. Thameem Ansariya. A, IAS, Director of School Education, AP.

Download detailed proceedings with pledge