व्योम-सनातन-विद्या-पाठशाला २०२४-२७ (गणः २)
Vyoma Sanatana Vidya Pathasala USA 2024-27- Batch 2 (Nurturing Cultural roots: Listen, Think, Experience)
Vyoma Sanatana Vidya Pathasala (VSVP) offers an online curriculum for children aged 6-12 years. It is structured as a systematic three-leveled program, focusing on Samskrita, Samskriti, and Samskara (SSS). We invite you to join the first stage, Shravanananda, which begins on September 23, 2024, and runs through the end of May 2025.
While this course is primarily designed for children in the US and Canada, children from other time zones are welcome to attend if the timings are convenient
After successful completion of Level 1 of Batch 1 - USA we are launching the second batch of VSVP - USA
Apply to the course by filling the Google form for VSVP USA - Batch 2
About the Course
What will you gain from this course? (Key Benefits / Learning Outcomes)
VSVP aims at creating a regular and systematic exposure to SSS to create a positive impact on children
Help children imbibe the teachings and incorporate the learnings into their everyday lives
Help in the overall personal development of the children
Encourage children to pursue Sanskrit or Indic Knowledge Systems as a lifelong passion
Strengthen family cultural values by fostering a community that benefits society
Guiding these future leaders to become active contributors rather than mere consumers in society
How does VSVP stand out?
VSVP uniquely offers a comprehensive platform for SSS (Samskrita - Samskriti - Samskara) in one place
The course content is curated by scholars and delivered by a team of passionate and dedicated teachers
Children can learn from the convenience of their own home
Classes are held on 3 weekday evenings, providing children with discipline, routine, and structure
Engaging, activity-based multimedia products are available to make learning enjoyable and effective
Children have access to class recordings (video) anytime for review or to catch up on missed sessions
What are the subjects taught?
Sanskrit - Taught using 'Vyoma Labs' popular child-friendly multimedia product: Learn Sanskrit-Level 1 (English Version)
Spoken Sanskrit - Topics covered in Samskrita Bharati's 10-day Spoken Sanskrit shibira
Shloka - Sankantanashana-Ganesha Stotra, Nityaprarthana Shlokas, Bhagavad-Gita Chapter 12 and Durga Saptashloki, Mahalakshmyashtakam, Saraswati Stotram
Stories - Valmiki Ramayana, Stories on Festivals, temples, Sthala Puranas, Desha Bhakti & Mahaans
Indian Culture Concepts - Power of Sanskrit and Chanting, Introduction to Indic Knowledge Systems, Understanding a few Nityaprarthana shlokas
Bhajans - Bhajans on Devata-s and Devi-s, Samskrita Shishugita-s and Gita-s
Activities & Quizzes related to Bharatiya Samskriti
What are the materials/support you get?
Children will have access to multimedia, audio, video, textbooks and worksheets to support their learning
Children also have access to recordings of classes (video) anytime for repeated listening or catching up with the missed portions
Children have the support of being mentored by passionate and dedicated teachers
End-to-end support from the Vyoma admin team
What are the prerequisites to get the best out of this course? (Eligibility)
- Children aged 6 – 12 years are eligible to join
- The main eligibility criteria are the child's interest, sincerity, and commitment to learning, which involve prioritizing time and putting in the necessary effort
- Students will need to be regular and punctual to the classes
- Children are recommended to attend the sessions in a noise-free dedicated place
- Children can use a desktop, laptop or a tab
- This course demands time and effort for learning and so commitment from parents is expected
- Younger children may need adult assistance to log in to the classes, but we advise that parents refrain from prompting their children to answer during the sessions
- No previous exposure to Sanskrit or Shloka is expected
How will the application of this program be processed?
Once your Google form is completed and submitted, we will arrange a 30-minute meeting with both the parent and the child at a mutually convenient time
After the meeting, we will inform you whether your child has been selected to join VSVP
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About the Teacher
Know More about the Course
| NAME | ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES |
|---|---|
| Academic Director | |
| Concept and Team Mentor | |
| Linguistic Director | |
| Team Lead, Program Implementer, Indian Cultural Concepts Teacher |
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| Spoken Sanskrit Teacher |
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| Sanskrit & Shloka Teacher | |
| Smt. Vani Kadur | Sanskrit & Shloka Teacher |
| Smt. Manjula Dharmaraj | Sanskrit & Shloka Teacher |
| Smt. Naliny Srinivasan | Sanskrit & Shloka Teacher |
| Smt. Akshatha Pramod | Shloka Teacher |
| Story Teacher | |
| Story Teacher, E - Learning Administrator |
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| Smt. Shubha Prasad | Bhajans Teacher |
| Sri. Manoj Rajarao | Bhajans Teacher |
| Indian Cultural Concepts Teacher | |
| Activity Teacher | |
| E - Learning Administrator |
- Valuable gift sponsors/prizes that would aid in further learning
- Internship or volunteering opportunities at Vyoma Labs will be offered for the eligible students
The fee structure comprises two components:the cost of Vyoma's learning materials and a 'Web access' fee for accessing these resources. The total contribution is $400. A detailed breakdown of the learning materials and resources will be shared during the interview process.
Teaching for all three years is provided at no additional cost
What is the overall commitment needed from parents?
- Help your child to be regular and punctual
- Help to set up a conductive online study place which they can use for these sessions
- Stay connected with the teachers
Do the children have holidays and vacations?
What is the overall culture of Vyoma Sanatana Vidya Pathasala?
- It provides an environment for continuous learning
- It is well-mannered, disciplined, traditional and structured in all aspects
- We are driven by the cause of prachara of Samskrita-Samskriti-Samskara
Will I be able to join the course in between?
- For best results, it is recommended that your child is part of the course right from the beginning. Registration for this course will close by 15th September 2024
Can you throw some light on attendance criteria with respect to certification?
- An attendance record will be duly maintained and students who secure the attendance of 80% and above will only be eligible for the certificate
What will not be taught in Vyoma Sanatana Vidya Pathasala?
- Veda Mantras and Vedic Chanting will not be taught. Plus, we do not come in the way of you and your religious practices at home nor influence your child in any manner to not follow them
Does this learning affect my child’s regular academics in any way?
- VSVP does not come in the way of the usual academic studies taken by children
- However, it aims at creating a regular and systematic exposure to SSS in the evening hours (dusk-Sandhya hour)
What is the syllabus for all 3 levels?
- Overall syllabus for all 3 levels - Click here
Where can I purchase the study materials for the course?
- Details about the materials and books to be purchased will be intimated later.
Will children be sorted to the levels based on age, or previous exposure or both? Can they choose or does Vyoma allot ? Do they have to join from the beginning or can they join the second or third levels directly?
- All beginners irrespective of the age will be recommended to begin with level 1- Shravanananda. However, if there are students who already have a good exposure to Vyoma's regular kids persona courses and other previous exposure to Sanskrit, we will help to decide the level for the child on a case to case basis.
I love stories, videos & games - am I getting these here?
- The multimedia tools developed by Vyoma have lovely, animated stories and have many interactive games, worksheets, and quizzes. We are sure that you would enjoy them
I like my friends to attend these sessions. Are they attending?
- We have a large database of children with whom we have shared about this learning program
- So you will make new friends online and you are most welcome to refer to your like-minded friends too
Will I be getting any gifts & prizes?
- You will be rewarded interesting prizes on participation in the events that we organize
Will the learning process and memorization of shlokas be very hard?
- As per the system designed by us, revision of the shlokas will be done sufficiently in class which would make memorization easy
Is there any admonition? What is everyday motivation?
- We have a friendly set of teachers who are very passionate about mentoring and will facilitate the learning process in interesting ways
| Subject | Day | |
|---|---|---|
| Activity |
Monday(1st & 2nd) |
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| Indian Cultural Concepts |
Monday(1st & 2nd) |
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| Bhajans - 7:30 PM to 8 PM (ET) | Monday(3rd & 4th) |
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| Stories - 8 PM to 8:30PM (ET) |
Monday(3rd & 4th) |
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| Spoken Sanskrit - 7:30 PM to 8 PM (ET) |
Tuesday | |
| Sanskrit - 8 PM to 8:30PM (ET) | Tuesday | |
| Shloka | Wednesday | |
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