How Sakthi Trust’s Vazhikatti Program Enhances Education Through Libraries and Skill Workshops in Government Schools

Many government school students in rural Erode dream of better learning opportunities but lack resources. Sakthi Trust’s Vazhikatti Program changes this by focusing on Education Through Libraries and Skill Workshops, helping over 41 schools build strong foundations for student success since 2007.​

Key Features of Vazhikatti Support

The program starts with special libraries named after Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, now active in seven government schools like Manickampalayam, Perundurai, Kanjikovil, Pasur and Chithode schools. These spaces get daily newspapers and new books yearly, with trained librarians managing everything for free.

Students read during classes and holidays, boosting general knowledge and reading habits. Sakthi Trust also supplies bookshelves and books to 35 more schools, making learning accessible to thousands.

Education Through Libraries and Skill Workshops in Action

Education Through Libraries and Skill Workshops shines through practical activities that engage students across classes 3 to 12. Monthly competitions in drawing, essays, and speech divide students into four groups, awarding 252 prizes each month—first, second, and third places.

Top performers from six months compete district-wide for special honors. Key benefits include:

• Free summer camps for 16 days in April-May, covering computer skills, English speaking, yoga, karate, and life skills like savings
• Sports equipment worth Rs 1.5 lakh yearly to 20 schools
• Remedial training for 300 students with learning gaps in three schools
• Moral education classes weekly for classes up to 8

These efforts help about 3,500 students over 11 years through camps alone.

Health check-ups every two years reach 5,000 students, while herbal gardens in three schools teach sustainability. Teachers get celebrated on Teacher’s Day with sweets and awards for 100% exam success schools.

Building Lasting Impact

Vazhikatti goes beyond books with annual sports events for 850 primary and middle school students, giving trophies, medals, and a champion cup. Special district contests reward top four in art and speech.

This mix of reading, skills, and fun creates confident learners ready for exams and life.

A Model for Rural Growth

Sakthi Trust proves Education Through Libraries and Skill Workshops transforms government schools into hubs of opportunity. With incentives like Rs 3,000 scholarships for top scorers in classes 6-9 and 11, students stay motivated.

Parents and teachers see real change—higher marks, better skills, and proud communities. For Erode’s rural youth, Vazhikatti lights the path to brighter futures through simple, effective support.