Success Stories

RAMANDEEP KAUR

From – Small town of Sri Muktsar Sahib
B.Ed. from Punjab University, Chandigarh
Batch – 2009-10
Employment – Coordinator of Primary wing

Hailing from the quaint town of Sri Muktsar Sahib, Raman Ladoo’s educational journey has been nothing short of a remarkable transformation. Her story is a testament to the blessings of Baba Iqbal Singh Ji, which played a pivotal role in shaping her into the independent woman she is today.Born into a family with a single homemaker mother and two brothers, Raman faced early financial challenges. Nonetheless, her family’s determination ensured she completed her +2 education in her hometown. However, it was through AIRWE that her path to higher education and a brighter future truly began.After graduating from the 12th grade, Raman relocated to Baru Sahib in 2009 and joined the AIRWE program. There, she embarked on the Elementary Teacher Training program by Cambridge University, a collaboration between the Helga Todd Foundation and Akal Academy. This paved the way for her to become a 5th-grad...

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KAMALJEET KAUR

From – Bijnor district in UP
B.A. and M.A. in Music
Batch – 2007

Kamaljeet Kaur, originally from the Bijnor district in Uttar Pradesh, began her educational journey up to the 8th grade. Born into a family where her father worked as a farmer and her mother was a homemaker, Kamaljeet was determined to attain a high-quality education. Her introduction to the AIRWE program came through her sister, who was already enrolled. Kamaljeet was particularly captivated by the recitations of the Gurbani path and the distinctive attire worn by young women at Baru Sahib.It was during her time at Baru Sahib that Kamaljeet discovered her passion for music. The program opened up a world of possibilities for her. She enrolled in the AIRWE program, pursuing her 10th and 12th-grade education, as well as a B.A. and M.A. in Music. She firmly believes that no other institution could have provided her with such high standards of music education. She attributes her growth and m...

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GURPREET KAUR

From – Akal Academy Vachhoa ,Dist. Amritsar
B.A. from Guru Nanak University and B. Ed. from Akal University
Batch – 2009
Employment – General Teacher ( Grade -4 to 7) English & Social Science teacher

Gurpreet Kaur’s journey to Baru Sahib has been nothing short of life-changing. Raised in Amritsar, she completed her 12th-grade education there. Her father, employed at a cloth mill, and her homemaker mother, were steadfast in supporting her education. Upon learning about AIRWE through a community member, she wasted no time in deciding to join.Fortunate to be among the 40 women selected for AIRWE’s Elementary Teacher Training program at Cheema Sahib, Gurpreet completed the course and was promptly appointed as a teacher at IB, Baru Sahib, where she began to build her independent life. Simultaneously, she pursued a Bachelor of Arts at Guru Nanak University and B. Ed. at Akal University.Gurpreet deeply values the teaching methodology and lifestyle at the academy. Embracing a routine that commences with an early-morning Gurbani recital and progresses to dedicated learning has instilled disci...

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VEERPAL KAUR

From – Akal Academy Jhandiana Moga
B.A. Arts and M.A. English from Panjab University
Batch – 2009
Employment – KG Teacher

Veerpal Kaur, originally from Moga, Punjab, was raised in an average middle-class family with three sisters and a brother. In 2009, after finishing her 12th-grade education, she initially planned to enroll in a computer course. However, her father discovered an Akal Academy in their hometown.At her father’s insistence, Veerpal reluctantly took the Akal Academy ETT course entrance exam and passed. The following four years in the teacher training program at Baru Sahib transformed her personality, career, and life. She acquired basic English language skills, imbibed Sikh values, and learned teaching methods during her time at Cheema Sahib. Veerpal was also selected for Helga Todd Training, affiliated with Cambridge University, where she honed her English speaking, writing, and listening skills.In 2013, Veerpal became an Assistant Teacher- IB at Akal Academy, Baru Sahib. Over the years, she...

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MANPREET KAUR

From – District of Mansa
Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Patiala
Batch – 2007
Employment – Principal Akal Academy Saniana

Manpreet Kaur, born in 1990 into a middle-class family, spent her early years in a small village in Mansa district, under the care of her late father, Mr. Harbans Singh, and mother, Mrs. Gurjeet Kaur. She began her educational journey at the village Government High School and harbored a strong desire for higher education, ultimately achieving her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Patiala. However, her life took a significant turn when she embarked on a journey to Baru Sahib, Himachal Pradesh, to undergo Elementary Teachers Training.This marked her introduction to the teachings of Baba Iqbal Singh Ji and his philosophical ideals. At Baru Sahib, she not only received spiritual guidance but also acquired the necessary training to become an elementary school teacher. After successfully completing her training, she was assigned to Akal Academy, where she not only continued to develop as an e...

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Gurjeet KAUR

From – Batala, Gurdaspur
BA honours (1st batch) in music from Eternal University Baru Sahib
Employment – Music Teacher & Assisstant H.O.D. of Music department Akal Academy

Gurjeet Kaur, hailing from the small town of Batala in Gurdaspur, has been a dedicated student of the AIRWE project under The Kalgidhar Trust. Her journey began in 1995 when she witnessed Akal Academy students performing Dhadi Waaran and Shabad Kirtan on stage, leaving a profound impact on her. During her 3rd-grade studies at a government school in UP, she had the privilege of meeting Baba Iqbal Singh Ji, whose words inspired her to pursue both formal and spiritual education at Baru Sahib. However, it wasn’t until the year 2000 that she could actually join Baru Sahib for senior school.Her father, a farmer, and her mother faced financial challenges, but their determination led to Gurjeet’s enrollment at Baru Sahib. During her time there, she completed a one-year foundation course that included Punjabi, English, and Gurbani Santhya. She went on to achieve her matriculation, senior secondar...

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