Dear Parents,
The Hindu Society of Greater Cincinnati (HSGC) warmly invites families to enroll their children in our
Gurukul Spiritual and Religious Education Program.
This program is designed to nurture strong values, cultural awareness, and essential life skills relevant to today’s world.
Classes are led by dedicated Gurus and refer to a curriculum adopted from the
Youth Group for Indian Cultures (YGIC), Dayton, Ohio.
Class Schedule & Format
- Regular Classes: In-person Saturday, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Festival Days: Classes may be held on Sundays during special occasions/festivals so children can actively participate in temple celebrations.
- Online Classes: Zoom classes will be conducted only in emergency situations, as decided by the Chair, Religious and Youth Education.
Parent Commitment
Please read the Gurukul Parent Commitment document before registering your child.
☞Gurukul Parent Commitment.pdf
By registering, you acknowledge and agree to the parent commitment guidelines.
Gurukul Team
- Chair: Suchitra Mishra
📞 513-885-7053 |
✉️ kalyanimishra4600@gmail.com - Co-Chair: Naba Mishra
📞 513-885-7054 |
✉️ nbmshr@gmail.com - Advisor: Neetu Verma
Gurukul Gurus
- Suchitra Mishra
- Naba Mishra
- Daksha Munsif
- Silla Routray
- Dibyajyoti Kanungo (DJ)
- Sangeetha Bhandari
Curriculum Overview
Religious art and craft, Bhajan singing, and sloka/mantra chanting are included at all levels/classes.
Curriculum 1
- Sanātana Dharma
- Om
- Trinity
- Vāhanas
- Hindu Scriptures: Śruti and Smṛti
Curriculum 2
- Ramayana
- Concise and age-appropriate Ramayana & Dashavatara
- Short stories and videos
Curriculum 3
- Mahabharata
- Concise and simplified version with moral clips, short stories, and videos
Curriculum 4
- Basic Bhagavad Gita
Curriculum 5
- Brief Indian History & Civilization
- Hindu Practices
- Yoga & Meditation
- Volunteering
Life Skills Development
- Time Management
- Helping your family at home
- Problem Solving
- Creativity
- Decision-Making
- Project Planning & Management
- Leadership
- Communication
- Stress Management
- Social Skills
