1. Jsmw Pathshala 2013 JainA convention

2. Introduction
Pathshala is an integral and vibrant part of Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington
Goal: Provide valuable teachings based on Jain principles
Established: 1980
First ever week-long Pathshala summer camp in North America with Gurudev Shree Chitrabhanu.
130+ students in academic year
Student attendance keeps increasing every year
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

3. Pathshala Year 2012-13 Pathshala Year: Sept - June
Frequency: Biweekly (1st and 3rd Sunday)
# of Classes: 20
Duration: H
# of Students: (30 Teachers)
Registration Fees: $100
Schedule
09:15 – 10: Language Class
10:15 – 10: Group Prayers
10:30 – 12: Pathshala Class
12:05 – 12: Group Aarti/Mangal Divo
12:15 – 1: Lunch
Beginning course details and/or books/materials needed for a class/project.

4. Curriculum Class Age/Grade Term Curriculum Nursery 3 years 1 year
JES-101, JES-102 *
Pre-Alpha
4 years
JES-101, JES-102, JES-103 A
KG & 1st Grade
2 years
JES-101, JES-102 B
2nd & 3rd Grade
JES-101, JES-103, JES-203 C
4th & 5th Grade
JES-203, JES-302 D
6th & 7th Grade
JES-302 E
8th & 9th Grade G
10th Grade
JES-401
Hindi
All Ages
N/A
3 levels - Beginner 1,2 & Intermediate **
Gujarati
3 levels - Beginner 1,2 & Intermediate ***
A schedule design for optional periods of time/objectives.
* JAINA.org (Pathshala Books) | ** Hindi USA | *** Swaminarayan Curriculum

5. Religious Focus Activities
Gyaan Saathe Gammat
Kids learn Jainism with short stories and games, such as "Red Light, Green Light" and "Four Corners".
Gyan Pancham
To teach kids the importance of worshipping knowledge, we organize a Gyan Pancham puja every year, where the entire pathshala, from teachers to kids to parents, participate.
Adult Pathshala
While kids attend regular Pathshala classes, we conduct adult Pathshala classes to encourage more parents and other adults to learn about Jainism
Puja (Hands on Practice)
Teachers go beyond the textbook and bring the topic of Ashtaprakari Puja to life by demonstrating and having students practice puja in the temple. Students from all sects of Jainism participate.
JAB Preparation
Kids of all ages are encouraged to participate in enrichment activities that will help them later on for future JAB competitions.
Samvatsari Pratikraman for Kids in English
On Samvatsari day, to encourage more kids to participate, we hold an English Pratikraman.
Mahavir Janma Kalyanak
Pathshala kids are the center of our program during the Mahavir Janma Kalyanak celebration and spend many months preparing their performances
A schedule design for optional periods of time/objectives.

6. Community Focus Activities
Graduation Ceremony
Kids take pride in graduation and going to the next class. They feel a sense of accomplishment
Outstanding Pathshala Student Award
The outstanding student is a role model and an award that is celebrated by the recipient, their family, and the rest of the community
PTA (Parent Teacher Association)
Parents are eager to be involved and Pathshala only works with Parent support. By establishing a PTA, we enable better communication and more feedback
Graduate Students Teach
Overall, JSMW efforts are working because students are returning to give back to their community
Bi-Weekly Newsletter
JSMW has adopted the preferred means of communication. People like receiving reminders and updates within their
DC Soup Kitchen
This annual activity gives students a hands-on example of how Jainism applies in today's world
Halloween Dress Up
Pathshala Picture Day
Annual Day Party
Students enjoy celebrating with their friends on holidays. These activities create an environment that embraces friendships. Through these activities, students build a foundation and want to come back to Pathshala the following year
A schedule design for optional periods of time/objectives.

7. Gyan Pacham
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

8. Puja (Hand on Practice)
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

9. Mahavir Janma Kalyanak
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

10. Outstanding Pathshala Student Award
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

11. Bi-weekly Newsletter
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

12. Halloween Day
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

13. Pathshala Picture Day
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

14. Annual Day Party
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.

15. Contact
Jain Society of Washington Metropolitan Address: 1021 Briggs Chaney Road Silver Spring, MD Phone: Megha Doshi Director of Education, JSMW Phone:
Objectives for instruction and expected results and/or skills developed from learning.