Maria Amali, M.A., B.Ed

Maria Amali, M.A., B.Ed, is an experienced educator and counselor with more than two decades of service in guiding students, mentoring teachers, and supporting families. While her academic foundation is in History and Education, her greatest strength lies in her rich life experience in counseling and mentoring, through which she has transformed the lives of countless students.

She is widely recognized for her value-based education initiatives, helping first-generation learners from rural and underprivileged backgrounds progress into successful careers as teachers, engineers, government officials, and professionals working abroad.

Maria Amali has been honored with several awards, including the Best Woman Award and the Best Guiding Teacher Award, for her outstanding contributions to education and student development. Her approach to moral and value education has been so impactful that her work was acknowledged and showcased by government officials through an SCERT video feature.

Contributions & Specialization

• Counseling and Life Mentoring: Guided hundreds of children from quarry worker families and underprivileged communities, helping them grow academically and personally.
• Student Development Initiatives: Founded a handwritten student magazine “Maanavar Kural (Student Voice)” to encourage creativity in writing, drawing, puzzles, and articles.
• Cultural Programs: Organized training in dance, music, and stage performances to nurture artistic skills in children, in collaboration with school management.
• Community Engagement: Led rallies, awareness drives, and cultural campaigns to instill social responsibility among students and connect schools with local communities.
• Parental Involvement: Actively engaged parents in school life through events such as Women’s Day, Sports Day, and traditional competitions, strengthening school–home bonds.
• Teacher Development: Trained teachers in public speaking, writing, and leadership, motivating them to become confident leaders and role models for students.
• Publications & Writing: Authored several educational articles in journals and magazines and is in the process of publishing a storybook that reflects human values (மனித நேயத்தை பிரதிபலிக்கும் கதைப் புத்தகம்).

Legacy & Impact

Maria Amali’s work goes beyond classrooms—she is a mentor, motivator, and bridge-builder between schools, families, and communities. Inspired by a vision of value-centered education, she has dedicated her life to shaping not just students’ academic success, but also their character, confidence, and creativity.

Her journey reflects a deep commitment to social upliftment through education, making her an invaluable guide for schools, children, teachers, and parents alike.