Media Release
Mangaluru, Nov 13: Extending its commitment to education beyond classrooms, Sierra Learning Academy supported a special Children’s Day community initiative organised by KMC Hospital, Mangaluru, in association with Storyfy, at KMC Hospital, Jyothi.
The celebration brought together approximately 90 children from EuroKids Preschool Mangaluru and Kidzee School Mangaluru, accompanied by their parents, teachers and caretakers, for a morning of interactive activities, health awareness and joyful learning.
Representing Sierra Learning Academy were Vinol Savio D'C Costa, founder and managing director; Deepith Kundar, head of Industry Embedded Degrees, St Aloysius in association with Sierra Learning Academy; and Muhammad Safwan, sales head. Also representing Sapling Multi Ventures Pvt Ltd were Valerian Dalmaida, business advisor, and Ashok Kumar, general manager. From KMC Hospital, Rakesh Dharshan, head – marketing & sales, was present in support of the initiative.
The programme was hosted by Lavita D'Souza, head of operations and marketing at Storyfy.
The morning featured an energetic Zumba and dance session conducted by Sunil, dance instructor at Spotlight Dance Studio, followed by fun games and interactive activities.
A major highlight was the healthy-snack discussion conducted by a team of medical professionals. The children were divided into four groups, allowing them to interact closely with the doctors and understand the importance of healthy eating, nutrition and everyday wellness.
The medical team comprised Dr Soundharya, consultant paediatrician; Dr Swathi Rao, paediatric intensivist; Aruna Malliya, senior dietitian; and Dr Jeedu Radhakrishnan, cluster head – emergency medicine.
The children were also introduced to essential health and safety practices, including basic first aid, hand hygiene, awareness about scratches and animal bites, and recognising safety signs. An animated video on first aid and proper handwashing made these lessons easier for the young participants to understand.
The programme further highlighted the importance of creating a child-friendly healthcare environment. Dr Jeedu Radhakrishnan, the driving force behind the Teddy Bear Clinic concept, shared the significance of making hospital experiences more approachable and comfortable for children.
Towards the end of the programme, children were encouraged to share what they had learned throughout the morning. Their responses reflected the value of interactive experiences in making learning enjoyable and memorable.
As part of the closing ceremony, mementos were presented to Sierra Learning Academy, Sapling Multi Ventures Pvt Ltd and Storyfy in recognition of their support. Representatives of EuroKids Preschool Mangaluru and Kidzee School Mangaluru were also presented with mementos. Takeaway kits were distributed to all participating children, followed by a group photograph and refreshments.
For Sierra Learning Academy, initiatives such as these reflect its belief that education goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. Building meaningful connections with schools, students, parents and the wider community is an important part of encouraging holistic development among young learners.
By supporting collaborative initiatives that combine education, healthcare awareness and experiential learning, Sierra Learning Academy continues to create opportunities for children to explore, interact and develop essential life skills.
The Children’s Day celebration served as a meaningful platform to bring educational institutions, healthcare professionals and the community together, creating a morning of learning, awareness and joyful memories for the children.
About Sierra Learning Academy
Sierra Learning Academy is a Mangaluru-based institute offering corporate training programs and industry-embedded degree programs in partnership with academic institutions, alongside a wider range of skill-based courses across technology, commerce, design and international test preparation.
Every programme is built with industry specialists and paired with real internship and hands-on exposure, preparing learners, from students to working professionals, for high-growth careers with job-ready skills. For more information, visit www.sierralearning.in.