Mindfulness, Compassion, Community
Youth ages 3-18 years, all are welcome
Classes run September through May on alternating Sundays, 9:45-11:30am
See the calendar here
See the 2024-2025 Parent Handbook here.
TUITION
Members: $150 for 1 child, $100 for each additional child
Non-members: $200 for 1 child, $150 for each additional child
Financial Aid is available. You can request it on the registration page.
Registration is now closed. Contact if you would like to be on a waitlist.
More about Dharma School:
Dharma School is for children and young people ages 3-18 years who are interested in Buddhism.
Through stories and songs, art projects and games, discussions and ritual, children in our Dharma School are offered opportunities to deepen their understanding of themselves, the teachings of Buddhism, and the practice of the Dharma in their daily lives. We strive to navigate a Middle Way between a sense of the sacred, mysterious, and ceremonial, and light-hearted songs-and-games. Children learn tools for tackling the deeper questions and have fun being part of a community.
We also offer a Parents’ Group for parents of Dharma School students. Parents’ Group offers an opportunity to explore parenting as a Zen Buddhist practice, and the possibilities of home practice. This is a time to share our experiences and to sit together. Acknowledging the validity of the spiritual path that parents are on is an important part of supporting our children. This group is drop in; there’s no need to register separately for it.
We do not require that either the family or the child identify as Buddhist. We do ask that children have parental consent, that they are interested in Buddhism, and are willing to participate fully. We also ask that youth register for the entire year. Having a stable group helps classes run more smoothly and fosters a sense of community. Parents who are interested in Buddhism are encouraged to participate in Dharma Rain adult programs.
For further information, contact .
Students are divided into the following groups for Fall 2024
Preschool: 2.5-5 yr olds
Willow: Kindergarten – 1st grade
Dogwood: 2nd-3rd grade
Cedar: 4th-7th grade
Doug Fir: Middle & High school