Padma Global Goals

OUR MISSION

Great schools for Krishna's children

Imagine..

A system that gives children full material and academic training while imparting an eagerness and enthusiasm for the practice of bhakti yoga in the society of Vaisnavas.

An educational system that would be a model for all the world.

The specifics?

A complete curriculum - all subjects and levels with top-notch educational content and methods and with Krishna as the center, the goal, and all points between.

Professional teachers and school administrators with unique training in educating for the development of love Krishna.

An international system of voluntary accreditation and accountability in all aspects of education with staff trained to make it work

Beautiful, equipped school buildings

Funds for curriculum development, teacher training, and accreditation

Funds for local school development and improvement

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This is a large, long-term project. Patience, determination, and many sincere hands and minds will accomplish it by Krishna's grace.

What can each of us do now?

If you have much time, experience, or money, there are several projects that have already been started, such as specific educational materials, accreditation standards, and teacher training programs.

Join our discussion group to brainstorm for ideas. Ask others what they need and desire for a Krishna conscious school system and bring that information to us.

Help us set up a first-class Internet presence.

Make contacts with others who have experience in training teachers, writing curriculum, management (especially educational management), teaching or school administration, systems of accreditation and quality control, and fundraising. Help us build a database of the names of these people, or inspire them to join our discussion group.

Start discussing the goals with people who could help with money, time, or expertise.

Consider volunteering to help with a local Krishna conscious educational project such as a gurukula, Sunday school, or summer camp.

Talk about the importance of having first-class educational programs for our children as both part of your formal preaching and everyday discussions.

If you are an experienced fundraiser, help us develop and/or implement plans for building the foundation.

If you are simply interested but don't have present skills, you might consider getting training in a needed area-fundraising, teaching, curriculum writing, creating and implementing a system of standards, and teacher training.

Envision a spectacular school system for Vaisnava children worldwide.