About Us
History
Shibnath Saha, a beacon of selfless service and education, exemplified the adage, “A man lives in deeds, not in years.” Born in 1905 in Burdwan District (Purba Bardhaman) to an aristocratic family, he led a humble life dedicated to the betterment of his community. Despite his privileges, he prioritized public welfare, donating his property for schools and infrastructure development.
As President of the Bogpur Union Board from 1948 to 1960, he championed education, founding Sahapur Primary School and dreaming of further institutions. His commitment to unity and secularism bridged religious divides, fostering harmony among communities. A scholar and philanthropist, he read sacred texts like the Gita and Chandi-Path, earning reverence across all sections of society.
Shibnath Saha passed away in 1960 while reciting the Chandi-Path during Basanti Puja. His legacy endures through his descendants, who continue his mission of spreading education, notably by founding Shibnath Saha Teachers’ Training College. His life remains a testament to the power of service, unity, and education.
OUR INSTITUTION
In his 1922 convocation address Sir Asutosh head envisioned the University i.e. An educational institution to be “a great store-house of learning, a great bureau of standards, a great workshop of knowledge, a great laboratory for the training as well as of men of thought as of men of action”.
Keeping such thoughts in view, Shibnath Saha Teachers’ Training College has been training to fulfil the following ‘Vision’ and ‘Mission’ of the college since 2014.
Vision of the College
- To emerge as a centre of excellence in the field of teacher education through face to face and distance mode.
- To help the students for steady acquisition of physical, intellectual, moral- habits & taking their hearts into the motto, “self-reverence, self-knowledge, self-control, these three alone lead life to sovereign power”.
Mission of the College
The institution intends to provide quality teacher education for:
- Enhancing the professional competencies, skills capabilities and mind set of the teachers of secondary schools for teaching subject of their specialisation.
- Imbibing the knowledge and skills of various methods and approaches for effective implementation of learning experiences of students and institutions management.
- Developing understanding about various techniques of evaluation recently introduced by West Bengal Board of Secondary Education and West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education & West Bengal Board of Primary Education and their practical class rooms application.
- Acquainting the trainees with the abilities of conducting investigatory projects and action research related to teaching learning process etc.
- Empowering students-teachers for the emerging challenges of the society through community outreach programme (Engagement with field/practicum).
Foreward
Shibnath Saha Teachers’ Training College has achieved remarkable success in a short time, excelling in the University of Burdwan B.Ed. exams and School Service Commission selections. With excellent infrastructure, a vibrant academic environment, and a focus on ethics, the college organizes seminars, workshops, and embraces interactive teaching methods like activity-based learning and team-teaching.
Notably, the college has introduced ODL and NIOS study centers to meet the training needs of Secondary and Primary teachers. We extend our gratitude to the advisory committee for their guidance and urge support from government bodies and organizations to ensure its continued growth and excellence.
Our Trustees…
Mr. Bilwanath Saha
Founder | Treasurer
Mrs. Sonali Saha
Chairman
Dr. Bibhash Biswas
Secretary