Government school teacher in Villupuram fosters scientific temper among rural students
Maria Joseph, a science teacher at Kangeyanur Panchayat Union Middle School near Villupuram, has spent almost twenty years encouraging rural pupils to develop a scientific mindset. She organizes hands‑on experiments, science fairs and field trips, and seeks to make learning engaging despite limited resources. Her efforts aim to broaden students’ curiosity and improve academic outcomes.