Ramesh Lakshmanan

Accomplished and visionary Educational Administrator with 18 years of dedicated service as a Principal, Vice Principal, and Educator. Proven track record of driving institutional growth, significantly increasing student enrollment, elevating academic performance, and leading CBSE compliance and affiliation processes. Recognized with multiple 'Best Principal' awards for cultivating inclusive school cultures, mentoring faculty, and fostering student success.

Principal at Soundraraja Vidyalaya (CBSE) (2024-04 – Present)

Appointed as Nodal School In-Charge for district-level private school coordination under the DEO, and serve as the Head of the CBSE Hub of Learning.

• Supervised daily school operations, academic scheduling, administration, and support services to ensure smooth institutional functioning.
• Significantly minimized learning gaps by introducing targeted special remediation and innovative re-teaching methodologies.
• Cultivated a safe, positive, and inclusive school culture while effectively managing student discipline and well-being.
• Spearheaded the Teachers' Center Program, organizing continuous professional development workshops to maximize faculty instructional skills.
• Served as CBSE Examination Centre Superintendent for Class X and XII Board Examinations, ensuring smooth and transparent conduct of examinations.
• Appointed by CBSE as Chief Nodal Supervisor for Spot Evaluation and On-Screen Marking (OSM) Evaluation for Class X and XII Board Examinations.

Principal at Varadha Vikas Public School (CBSE) (2022-04 – 2024-04)

• Successfully scaled student enrollment from 450 to 750 students within a two-year tenure.
• Elevated teaching standards through rigorous teacher evaluations, peer-sharing networks, and structured professional growth plans.
• Officiated as an official CBSE Exam Center Observer while ensuring outstanding academic passing rates.

Principal at SRV Public School (CBSE) (2019-07 – 2022-04)

• Spearheaded the successful upgrade and official CBSE affiliation of the institution to the Senior Secondary level.
• Led a massive recruitment and branding drive, growing student strength from 210 to 510 students.
• Designed and executed a specialized curriculum for foundational literacy (Phonics for KG to Grade II) and custom learning tracks for slow bloomers.

Vice Principal & Academic In-Charge at Sri Venkateshwara International Sr. Sec. School (2013-04 – 2019-06)

• Coordinated cross-functional school activities for a campus of 1,200 students and 60 faculty members.
• Managed the successful execution of CBSE board affiliation criteria and served efficiently as Center Superintendent for board exams.

Vice Principal / Principal at Abacus International Montessori School (CBSE) (2010-04 – 2013-03)

• Directed talent acquisition, staff onboarding, performance evaluations, and active mentoring initiatives.
• Oversaw student discipline, daily assemblies, sports meets, and emergency readiness drills.

Senior Master & Exam Coordinator at Kodaikanal Public School (2007-04 – 2010-03)

• Taught Commerce, Accountancy, and Social Sciences for Classes VIII through XII using high-engagement techniques.
• Managed school houses, interest clubs, and community service initiatives while fostering a culture of peer collaboration.

M.Ed. in Education – Bharathidasan University (2013)

M.A. in Education – IGNOU (2023)

B.Ed. in Education – Andhra University (2010)

M.Phil. – Annamalai University (2008)

M.Com. in Commerce – Annamalai University (2006)

B.Com. in Commerce – Annamalai University (2004)