Andhra Pradesh Government Academic Calendar 2024-25 Dasara Holidays from 04th Oct to 18th October 2024
AP Academic Calendar 2024-25 The Andhra Pradesh government has released the official academic calendar for the 2024-25 school year. The announcement was made by Education Minister Nara Lokesh, highlighting a departure from previous practices by ensuring the calendar is free from political influences. The new academic calendar is designed with a focus on providing a comprehensive and unbiased educational experience, with clear guidelines on holidays, exams, and daily schedules.
232 Working Days and 83 Holidays-Dussehra, Christmas and Sankranti Holidays Dates
The academic year will consist of 232 working days, while students will enjoy a total of 83 days of holidays. The decision reflects the government's commitment to ensuring ample time for both academic activities and rest. Key holiday periods include:
- Dussehra Holidays: October 4 to 18, with no changes for Christian minority institutions.
- Christmas Vacation: December 22 to 29 for minority educational institutions.
- Sankranti Holidays: January 10 to 19, 2025, with a shorter break from January 11 to 15 for minority institutions.
AP Academic Calendar FA SA Exam Schedule 2024-25
The academic calendar also outlines the examination schedule, ensuring students and educators can plan effectively. The key dates are:
- Formative-1 (CBA 1-8): August 27-31, 2024
- Formative-2: September 21-25, 2024
- Summative-1: November 25 - December 4, 2024
- Formative-3 (CBA-2): January 27-31, 2025
- Class X Prefinal: February 10-20, 2025
- Formative-4: March 3-7, 2025
- Summative-2 (CBA-3): April 7-17, 2025
New Guidelines and Initiatives-No Party Logos or Colors in Books
In a significant move, Minister Nara Lokesh emphasized the removal of political symbols from educational materials, including the exclusion of photos and party colors from training materials provided to teachers and students. This decision underscores the government's intention to maintain a neutral educational environment.
The academic calendar also mandates the timely election of school parent committees by August, following the expiration of their tenure in July. These committees will play a crucial role in overseeing the quality of mid-day meals and the improvement of school infrastructure.
Additionally, there is an emphasis on cleanliness and hygiene within schools. The Minister has directed that tenders be issued for purchasing chemicals and tools required for cleaning school toilets. This initiative aims to enhance the overall learning environment and ensure student safety.
Filling Vacancies in KGBVs Non Teaching, Teaching Staff Soon
The government has also greenlit the recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff in Kasturba Gandhi Girls' Vidyalayas (KGBVs). Procedures for this recruitment process are to be finalized soon, addressing staffing shortages and improving the quality of education in these institutions.
Focus on Basic Skills and Weekly Revisions-Daily training in Arithmetic:
To enhance foundational skills, the first period of each day will focus on reading, writing, and arithmetic for grades 3-7. Furthermore, all classes will have weekly revision periods, ensuring students retain and understand their lessons thoroughly.
Exclusion of Specific Lessons-Rangasthalam, Harivillu excluded from Class 9
Notably, the academic calendar specifies that certain lessons, including "Harivillu," "Rangasthalam," "Kalluri Tulsamma," and "Dwarbandala Chandraya," will not be included in the ninth-grade syllabus.
The AP Academic Calendar 2024-25 is a comprehensive guide for the upcoming school year, detailing essential dates and guidelines for students, teachers, and parents. By focusing on education free from political influences and prioritizing student welfare, the Andhra Pradesh government aims to provide a holistic and effective educational experience.
