Shillong 3rd July: As per NEP 2020 which underscores various reasons for integrating vocational training within the traditional academic framework, St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School Pathaliaghat introduces a couple of vocational training courses for students in order to make themselves career-ready by providing them with real-time, practical experiences in their chosen sectors.  From this academic session 2024-25, the school has taken various new initiatives so as to prepare the students for better life in the future. By integrating vocational training in the school, we want to prepare students for various career paths and strengthen the connection between education and industry needs. A number of vocational courses like Electrical, Carpentry, Bakery, Music, Beautician and Tailoring, for students from class VII - XII has been introduced from 1st July 2024 onwards. A very good response has been received both from parents and students. This new initiative of the school has been highly appreciated by everyone.  This vocational training in the school helps the students with the precise knowledge and skills required for a specific profession or trade. Students are more  engaged when they’re passionate , and vocational training often taps into their genuine interests. As the days go by, the school wishes to introduce more and more vocational courses for the benefit of the students.