​Welcome to the Samskrita Bharati (SB) Bālakendram of Virginia!

Classes taught by Samskrita Bharati USA.

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Samskritam classes in many centers in the USA conduct children and adult classes at the same time at the same location so families can learn Samskritam together creating a संस्कृत गृहम् (a Samskritam Home where members of the family speak Samskritam). Such a center where adults and children study simultaneously is called a Samskrita Bharati Bālakendram. Over 280 adults and children participated in Samskritam classes in Herndon in 2018-19. 

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Registration Instructions:

• Please submit one online form per Family (see below)

• We need at least one parent to register for the Samskritam classes along with their child(ren) as this has shown tremendous motivation and accelerated Samskritam learning in children and families.

• The most convenient way of payment is by credit card OR paypal which we highly recommend.

 

• Since we have a limited number of admissions, we encourage you to register early to guarantee your spot. Registrations without payments are placed under wait-list and are not guaranteed.

• Classes begin on Sunday September 8, 2019

• Program duration will be 10 months, aligned to FCPS academic year, from September 2019 through June 2020.

• Classes will be held in Herndon Middle School, located at 901 Locust St, Herndon, VA, 20170.

 

​Class Schedule  - Adults

• Level 1 (twp sessions):       1:30pm – 3:00pm and 3:00pm - 4:30pm   

• Level 2 (two sessions:        1:30pm - 3:00pm and 3:00pm – 4:30pm

• Level 3:        1:30pm - 3:00pm

• Level 4:        3:00pm – 4:30pm

• Level 5:        1:30pm – 3:00pm

• Devanagari Lipi class (Adults only):  1:30pm and 3:00pm

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• Note - Children accompanying parents will be assigned to children's classes at the same time as their parents. Children will be assigned to classes by teachers depending on their grade and whether they are new or returning students. Please complete google form accurately to ensure correct placement of children. Lesson plans in children's classes are tailored to building confidence, meet individual needs of the students, scaffold learning in Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing skills and anchor children in our Samskriti.

• Note - Adults are eligible to register for these Samskritam classes without accompanying children. Classes are open to anyone interested to learn Samskritam. 

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Level Information - 

•  Level 1 Class: This class is offered to adults and children who have no or limited prior knowledge of Samskritam. By default, all NEW students are expected to register into Level 1 classes. Only few exceptions are considered on a case by case basis after evaluating their samskritam speaking skills.

• Level 2, 3, 4 and 5 Classes: These classes are offered to returning student (adults) who have previously attended Level I, II and III classes conducted by instructors of Samskrita Bharati.

• Adult Lipi Class: This is an additional class offered to registered students free of cost.  This class will help gain knowledge of the Devanagari lipi (Samskritam script).  Please note that knowledge of Devanagari Lipi is NOT expected for L1 classes but starting L2 classes it is mandatory.  So, it is best to get started early so that you are ready when you get to L2 class

• If you are unsure about which Level you need to register or have any questions ,  please contact your instructor of Samskrita Bharati or email SB-VA Registration

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Fee Structure (Per year):

• Individual:                          $175

• Additional 1st member:     $  50

• Additional 2nd member:    $  50

• Additional 3rd member:     $  25

• Other additional members $    0

• Devanagari Lipi (Writing) Class $50 (waived for student registered for Samskritam classes)

 

• Registration fee does not cover any books and/or supplies required for the study. Students are advised to purchase the books and provide their own supplies.

• Parents must be present at the school at all times when their children are in attendance at the class (to comply with liability policies).

• Classes are run by volunteers. For efficient running of the classes, parents are expected to volunteer and share responsibilities in various activities.

• Fee is for the entire year and is collected upon enrollment. Fees for a family are capped at $300.

• “Family” discounts included in the fee structure above are applicable for spouses and children only. Adult siblings should be considered a different family.