1. 1 Presentation on the major findings of Monitoring Institutes on implementation of the MDM in Goa State i. Name of the Monitoring Institution : CENTRE FOR DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION & STUDIES (CDECS) ii. Period of the report : 1 st APRIL, 2013 TO 30 th SEPTEMBER 2013 iii.District’s name Month and date of Visit No of Schools visited in each district (Primary and Upper Primary Schools) Primary School s Upper Primary Schools others North Goa25 th September,2013 to 10 th October, 2013 2410STCs- 06

2. Strengths of MDM  In (100%) sample schools MDM was served daily.  In 100% sample schools where MDM was served to children, no discrimination (gender, caste and community) in cooking or serving or seating arrangements has been observed by MI.  There was variety in the food served for MDM. This includes Poolav, Bhaji-pav and Sheera.  Potable water for drinking was available in 33 sample schools (97%).  In all the 34 sample schools (100%) children take meals in an orderly manner.  Children were satisfied with the quality and quantity of MDM in majority of sample schools. 2

3. 3 Key Items (Monitored ) Major AchievementsMajor Actionable points/ Critical Points 1.Regularity in serving meal Regularity in serving MDM in 34 (100%) schools. Cooked meal was not hot, as MDM in all the 34 sample schools (100%) was prepared and supplied by SHG. The SHG cook food at their place and supply to schools.

4. 4 Key Items (Monitored ) Major AchievementsMajor Actionable points/ Critical Points 2. Student Enrollment, attendance and children availing MDM Enrollment- 2395 Attendance- 2130 (89%) Children availing MDM as per MDM register- 2120 (99.5%) Children actually availing MDM on day of visit-2090(98%) Children actually availing MDM on the previous day- 2090 (98%) How all enrolled children should take MDM. Need to work on Quality.

5. 5 Key Items (Monitored ) Major AchievementsMajor Actionable points/ Critical Points 3. Regularity in delivering Food grain and Cooking Cost to School In all the 34 sample schools (100%) visited by MI, MDM is supplied by SHG. Thus, food grains are not delivered in school. It has been given to SHG. Similarly, in all the 34 sample schools (100%) visited by MI, MDM is supplied by SHG. Thus, cooking conversion cost was given to SHGs. The conversion cost to SHGs was given after submission of bill after a month. The SHGs were receiving the conversion cost regularly.

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7. 7 Key Items (Monitored ) Major Achievements Major Actionable points/ Critical Points 4. Feedback from Children on quality and quantity of MDM Children were satisfied with quality of MDM in 30 (88%) schools. Children were satisfied with quantity of MDM in 27 (79%) schools. MDM in all the 34 sample schools was supplied by SHG. The MDM was prepared by SHG during early morning, whereas children took MDM during day hours i.e. after 3-4 hours of cooking. By that time MDM supplied by SHG became cold especially Pulao. Regarding quantity of MDM given to per child in the district, equal quantity of MDM is given to each child (younger and elder). One piece of Pao is given to each child. Thus, more quantity of Bhaji, pulao and more number of pao should be given to elderly child of class 4 to 7.

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9. 9 MDM served - Quality and quantity of MDM Quality of Pao Quantity of Pulao Quality of Pulao Quality of Pao & Bhaji Pulao quality Children take MDM orderly

10. 10 Key Items (Monitored ) Major AchievementsMajor Actionable points/ Critical Points 5. Cooking/ Serving of MDM at school, Availability of fuel for cooking MDM, Status of available infrastructure for MDM In 34 (100%) schools MDM is prepared and supplied in schools by SHG. In 33 (97%) schools potable water available. In 19 schools (56%) children had adequate utensils for taking MDM. MDM should be cooked at school level. Serving plate were lacking in 14 schools (44%). Children bring tiffin from their home for taking MDM.

11. 11 Key Items (Monitored ) Major AchievementsMajor Actionable points/ Critical Points 6. Following Safety and Hygiene, Community Participation and MDM menu In 28 schools (82%) children encouraged to wash hand before and after taking MDM. In 34 schools (100%)children take meal in orderly manner. 24 schools (71%) displayed their weekly menu. In 19 schools (56%), PRI / community members participated in supervision and monitoring of MDM. Hand washing should be encouraged amongst students. Weekly menu should be displayed in 10 schools (29%). Ensure community participation in schools

12. 12 Key Items (Monitored ) Major AchievementsMajor Actionable points/ Critical Points 7. Monitoring by MDM Officials In 02 schools (6% ) MDM monitored by State Officials. In 02 (6%) schools MDM monitored by District Officials. In 18 (53%) schools MDM monitored by block Officials. Monitoring of MDM especially by state and district should be held regularly. Regular staff for MDM at Block and district level and may be at State.

13. 13 Key Items (Monitored ) Major AchievementsMajor Actionable points/ Critical Points 8. Convergence with other schemes In 25 schools (73.5%) children were given micronutrients (Iron, folic acid, vitamin – A dosage) and de- worming medicine in the schools through Medical and Health Department. The health check-ups, Measurement of height and weight took place on yearly basis. Health card was reported in 29 Schools (85%) sample schools. Ensure effective school health programme with support from Health department. Regularity in school Health check-up in real sense. Ensure referrals to the right place. Ensure regular visit of health functionaries to schools. Ensure Health card in remaining 15% schools.

14. 14 Key Items (Monitored ) Major AchievementsMajor Actionable points/ Critical Points 9. Perception of Teachers and Headmasters about MDM impact In 12% schools MDM improved enrollment. In 41% schools MDM improved attendance. In 76.5% schools MDM improved well being. School Teachers / Head teacher should realized the importance of MDM. Teachers should go beyond the implementing a scheme only i.e. ensuring the school well being. SMC role may be visualized by teachers and give space to SMC members/ community.

15. Flashes Children taking MDM Health Card MDM menu MDM served to children

16.  As per observation of MI cooked meal was not hot, as MDM in all the 34 sample schools was prepared and supplied by SHG. The SHG cook food at their place and supply to schools.  MDM menu should be displayed in the schools. There is also great need to review the menu and it should be nutritious and diverse (different meals on different days).  State may work for further strengthening the MDM in schools in three ways: first, the menu may be added with more liked food by the school children as well more nutritious and rich in protein and vitamin as per the MDM mandate, secondly, provide the serving plates in schools and thirdly, increase the quantity of food and hygiene of the food served. The children were given fixed one pao which is not as per the quantity of the meal to be served under MDM in the schools as per the grains allotted per child. Challenges/ Suggestions 16

17.  The hygiene in bringing cooked items needs to be maintained.  More quantity of Bhaji, pulao and more number of pao should be given to elderly child of class 4 to 7.  Plates of uniform standards may be made available in the schools for children so that children really enjoy with the MDM rather than some bring small katori/ small Tiffin boxes, etc from home for taking MDM.  There is also great need to review the menu and it should be nutritious and variety i.e. different meals on different days.  State should undertake studies/evaluations regularly. Repeated highlights may improve the scenario though – RAPID ASSESSMENT FOR MDM ONLY/ STUDIES/ EVALUATIONS.  Quality inputs – Monitoring, Supervision & Pursuance – ATLEAST DOUBLE EFFORTS THAN PLANNING Contd.. Challenges/ Suggestions 17

18. Comments of State on Draft report 18

19. 19 Presentation by: NameDr. Upendra K. Singh DesignationNodal Officer Name & Address of the Monitoring Institute CENTRE FOR DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION & STUDIES (CDECS), JAIPUR 133 (First Floor), Devi Nagar, Nannu Marg, New Sanganer Road, Jaipur-302019, Rajasthan, Office phone NoPh: 0141-2294988/ 2295533; Fax: 0141-2294988; Mobile NoMob.: 09414077287 Email ID :cdecsjpr@sify.com

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