Guloor School Headmaster V. Venkatesh Honored with Karnataka State Best Teacher Award 2026

V. Venkatesh, the Headmaster of Government High School in Guloor village, Bagepalli taluk of Chikkaballapur district, has been conferred with the prestigious Karnataka State Level Best Teacher Award for the academic year 2026-27. The Department of School Education and Literacy announced the official awardee list, selecting 31 educators across the state for their exemplary dedication to public education. Under the leadership of V. Venkatesh, the Guloor Government High School has seen notable achievements in academic pass percentages, student retention, and campus developmental initiatives. His consistent focus on mentoring rural children and encouraging participation in extracurricular and learning activities has earned praise from community members and local education administrators. The state honor was presented on Teachers' Day, September 5, during an official government function held in Bengaluru. Presented under the name of pioneer educator Savitribai Phule, the award carries a cash prize of ₹25,000, a commemorative memento, and a formal commendation certificate. For residents and educators in Bagepalli taluk, this state award brings significant pride to local government schooling. Parents, school development committees, and academic fraternity across Chikkaballapur district extended their congratulations to Venkatesh, expressing hope that such honors inspire public school staff across rural Karnataka.