Language and Literature
Students learn Tibetan language through multi-strategy approaches that include reading aloud, answering comprehension questions, shared and guided reading, writing assignments and exercises to build word knowledge, and use of classroom visual aids, storytelling, games (initiated by individual teachers suitable for different student groups) and textbooks published by the India-based Central Tibetan Administration’s Department of Education. The school will follow the Department of Education’s Common Curriculum & Textbooks, created for all weekend Tibetan language schools across North America, as soon as it is finalized and published.
Performing Arts
The Performing Arts Program, one of the core components of the school curriculum, aims to teach traditional performing arts skills to children at a very young age. Through music, dance, costumes, rituals, religions and customs from various regions and traditions of Tibet, the children learn, understand, and appreciate Tibetan culture and traditions
Buddhist Prayer Service
Buddhism is deeply rooted in Tibetan culture and tradition, and it has a strong and positive influence on the Tibetan way of nurturing the younger generation. Therefore, Buddhist prayer service is one the core elements of the school curriculum. In this program, young children are introduced to Buddhist philosophy and teachings through recitation of prayers and familiarization with basic Buddhist beliefs and practices.
Arts and Crafts
Students engage in various forms of arts and crafts events throughout the year as a means of preserving and showcasing our culture and also encouraging personal artistic and creative growth. For the 2000 Millennium Quilt Project by artist Clara Wainwright, students crafted individual self-portraits with colorful and elaborate fabric. On Arts and Crafts Day in 2013, they painted a beautiful banner and made Tibetan masks to prepare for a local parade. They also have created murals and individual arts pieces for the Annual School Event’s art exhibit. In 2013, the students were invited to create and design Tibetan prayer flags for the Boston Marathon, created at the Isabella Gardner Museum and also displayed at the museum. As part of the school’s Speaker Series, we hope to invite traditional and contemporary Tibetan artists to talk with the students and their families.
Human Rights and Activism
The TAB Sunday School, as part of the Tibetan Association of Boston, supports and participates in activities to educate and raise consciousness about issues of importance to Tibet and Tibetans, including human rights and the environment. We also support our students and alumni in their endeavors to promote a Tibetan sense of identity and culture.
Speaker Series
The TAB Sunday School initiated its Speaker Series in 2011 to educate and empower the students and broader community by bringing in speakers from different perspectives and backgrounds. Speakers range from scientists, musicians, authors, politicians, religious figures and former students. The speakers, who volunteer their time to share their experiences and expertise, have deeply moved and enlightened our students. Since it began three years ago, this series has become one of our students’ favorite programs.
Students learn Tibetan language through multi-strategy approaches that include reading aloud, answering comprehension questions, shared and guided reading, writing assignments and exercises to build word knowledge, and use of classroom visual aids, storytelling, games (initiated by individual teachers suitable for different student groups) and textbooks published by the India-based Central Tibetan Administration’s Department of Education. The school will follow the Department of Education’s Common Curriculum & Textbooks, created for all weekend Tibetan language schools across North America, as soon as it is finalized and published.
Performing Arts
The Performing Arts Program, one of the core components of the school curriculum, aims to teach traditional performing arts skills to children at a very young age. Through music, dance, costumes, rituals, religions and customs from various regions and traditions of Tibet, the children learn, understand, and appreciate Tibetan culture and traditions
Buddhist Prayer Service
Buddhism is deeply rooted in Tibetan culture and tradition, and it has a strong and positive influence on the Tibetan way of nurturing the younger generation. Therefore, Buddhist prayer service is one the core elements of the school curriculum. In this program, young children are introduced to Buddhist philosophy and teachings through recitation of prayers and familiarization with basic Buddhist beliefs and practices.
Arts and Crafts
Students engage in various forms of arts and crafts events throughout the year as a means of preserving and showcasing our culture and also encouraging personal artistic and creative growth. For the 2000 Millennium Quilt Project by artist Clara Wainwright, students crafted individual self-portraits with colorful and elaborate fabric. On Arts and Crafts Day in 2013, they painted a beautiful banner and made Tibetan masks to prepare for a local parade. They also have created murals and individual arts pieces for the Annual School Event’s art exhibit. In 2013, the students were invited to create and design Tibetan prayer flags for the Boston Marathon, created at the Isabella Gardner Museum and also displayed at the museum. As part of the school’s Speaker Series, we hope to invite traditional and contemporary Tibetan artists to talk with the students and their families.
Human Rights and Activism
The TAB Sunday School, as part of the Tibetan Association of Boston, supports and participates in activities to educate and raise consciousness about issues of importance to Tibet and Tibetans, including human rights and the environment. We also support our students and alumni in their endeavors to promote a Tibetan sense of identity and culture.
Speaker Series
The TAB Sunday School initiated its Speaker Series in 2011 to educate and empower the students and broader community by bringing in speakers from different perspectives and backgrounds. Speakers range from scientists, musicians, authors, politicians, religious figures and former students. The speakers, who volunteer their time to share their experiences and expertise, have deeply moved and enlightened our students. Since it began three years ago, this series has become one of our students’ favorite programs.
