Classes

Objective

Teach our youngest children the Hindu way of life (dharma) through simple stories, bhajans and shlokas.

Class activities will be in a workbook with beautiful illustrations that appeal to children and fun filled exercises.

Shlokas

• Guru Mantra (Pranams to Guru)
• Pratah Kale Mantra (Early morning prayer)
• Sayanasamaye Kshamapanam (Prayer before going to sleep)

Bhajan

• Ganesha Bhajan

Class Presentation

• Dance to a bhajan
• Shloka recital
• Skit performance

Objective

Inspire children to practice good values and to be joyous through stories of Lord Vishnu.

We plan to seed devotion in young minds through fascinating stories from the Bhagavata purana.

Shlokas

• Ganesha Pancharatnam
• Lingashtakam
• Madhurashtakam
• MahaLakshmi Ashtakam

Stories

• Bala Bhagavatham
• 108 Indian Mythology Stories

Bhajan

• Devotional bhajans

Class Presentation

• Dance to a bhajan
• Shloka recital
• Skit performance
• Hands-on Activity (Coloring / Arts activity / Others)

Objective

Inspire children to learn about the ancient wisdom and universal values of Hindu Dharma, and to appreciate the diversity and harmony of Indian culture.

Appreciate the beauty and significance of the sacred places and landscapes of India and how they shape the identity and culture of the nation.

Shlokas

• Lakshmi Ashtotharam
• Adithya Hridhayam

Bhajan

• Devotional bhajans

Class Presentation

• Dance to a bhajan
• Shloka recital
• Skit performance
• Hands-on Activity (Coloring / Arts activity / Others)

Youth Service. Brighter Tomorrows.
Learn. Serve. Lead. Make a Difference.

Purpose

A community of students using their skills, compassion, and creativity to serve others and build a better tomorrow: Hindu values with real-world impact.

Core Values

Ten values guide everything students do:

• Seva selfless service
• Ahimsa non-harm
• Dāna giving
• Dharma duty and righteousness
• Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam the world is one family
• Aparigraha non-possessiveness
• Karuna compassion
• Satya truth
• Vidyā knowledge
• Prakriti nature

Values • Action • Stronger Community

Learning Through Action: Student-Led Projects

Students turn ideas into impact through four project tracks:

1. Support Our CommunityHelp those in need through service, education, and outreach.
2. Educate & EmpowerCreate workshops, resources, and programs that build knowledge and skills.
3. Care for Our EnvironmentTake action for a cleaner, greener, and healthier world.
4. Make a Positive DifferenceUse your talents to solve real problems and create lasting change.

Recognition: Vidhya Deepam Seva Awards

Recognizing commitment, leadership, and impact, in four tiers:

• Seva
• Bronze
• Silver
• Gold

What High School Students Gain

• Leadership skills take initiative and lead projects.
• Real experience develop skills for college and beyond.
• A stronger resume showcase meaningful service and impact.
• A supportive community meet like-minded friends.
• Lasting change use time and talents to make a difference.

Objective

Great gurus of yore have maintained that the scriptures are the sole pramana or the source of true self-knowledge.

Parents of Balavihar students and adult members of Vidhya Deepam meet for Shravanam (listening to lectures by gurus and acharyas). Mananam, or reflection and group discussion, is the other part of the group's work.

Topics are chosen from the Bhagavad Gita, the Upanishads, foundational prakarana texts and books by Advaita masters. In recent years the group has studied Drig Drsya Viveka, Bhagavad Gita, Tattva Bodha and Bhaja Govindam.