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BARKUR: As part of Teachers' Day celebrations, the Barkur Lions Club today honored Veena Shetty of Barkur, who has been awarded the District-Level Best Teacher Award for 2025-26. The felicitation ceremony was held at her residence.
Distinguished Attendees
The ceremony was attended by several Lions Club officials including Immediate Past President Ln. Srinivasa Shetty, Secretary Ln. Sadashiva Shetty, Treasurer Ln. Santosh Shetty, and President Ln. Praveen Shetty. Also present was Molahalli Sudarshan Shetty, President of the Allied Club.
Remarkable Teaching Achievements
Veena Shetty currently serves at the Government Higher Primary School, Hangarakatte. Her exceptional contribution to science education is evident through her mentorship achievements - students under her guidance have participated at the national level 11 times and at the state level 13 times in science model-making competitions.
Additionally, six students mentored by her have received the prestigious Hoysala and Keladi Chennamma Awards, highlighting her excellence in nurturing young scientific minds.
Background and Recognition
The award recipient is an alumna of the Science Department of National Pre-University College. She is married to Uday S. Shetty, who serves as the Headmaster of National Private Higher Primary School, Hanehalli.
Her recognition with the 2025-26 District-Level Best Teacher Award underscores her dedication to quality education and her significant impact on student development in the region.
The felicitation ceremony reflects the community's appreciation for educators who go above and beyond in shaping the future generation through their commitment to excellence in teaching.