Feb 2025: At Suitya Colony G.S.F.P. Vidyalaya, Chapra, KCSSR (Krishnagar Centre for Social Studies and Research) implemented a sustainable public health and education initiative under the SVKM’s NMIMS We Care Social Engagement Internship, led by Dr. Pritam Kumar Das (BDS, Manipal | MBA, NMIMS Mumbai) and supervised by Dr. Mala Ghosh Moitra (President, KCSSR). The intervention focused on improving oral hygiene, hygiene literacy, nutrition, and learning outcomes through scientific methodologies and community-led action. A DMFT (Decayed, Missing, and Filled Teeth) assessment of 160 students revealed that 27% had early-stage cavities, with a high prevalence of non-fluoridated toothpaste usage. Supervised brushing sessions increased proper brushing techniques from 3% to 80%, reducing long-term oral health risks. The midday meal program analysis found severe iron and protein deficiencies, with heavy reliance on rice-based diets lacking nutritional diversity. To address this, teacher-led vegetable gardens were introduced, and take-home meal rations were proposed to combat household food insecurity. 97% of students lacked proper handwashing techniques, which was mitigated by implementing the WHO-recommended six-step method as part of daily school routines. Parental awareness workshops improved knowledge on preventive healthcare and hygiene literacy, reinforcing behavior change beyond school. Faculty shortages were addressed through peer-assisted learning models and structured post-meal activities to reduce dropout rates. Advocacy for government teacher recruitment and community volunteer education networks was initiated to strengthen learning retention. The program demonstrated how data-driven, community-empowered models can transform rural public health and education, setting a precedent for scalable, sustainable interventions.