General
Every Sunday, through a blend of art, stories, dramas, games, and music, children are trained in spiritual wisdom, based on ancient Vedic knowledge. Classes are divided by age groups to cater to the needs of young children and adolescents alike. We foster the quality of children’s faith and character in a loving environment aided by qualified devotee teachers and parents
Registration (2024-2025 School Year)
Children are allowed 2 free trial classes. Once the trail classes are done you are required to register for the class. Please fill out the form (click here) and hand the proof of fee payment to your class teacher.
Syllabus
Since the Sunday school only runs once a week, it is recommended that parents should supplement their children’s learning by teaching them at home.
* K-2 children will learn pastimes of the Lord and His devotees from the scriptures. They will learn age appropriate songs and verses.
* Grades 3-5 will continue to learn Srimad Bhagavatam. Please contact the teacher to buy the appropriate workbook.
* Grades 6-8 will systematically learn the Bhagavad Gita along with studying biography of a Vaishnava Acharya.
* High school children will systematically study Srimad Bhagavatam through interactive sessions.
Class Whatsapp Groups
Please register and follow links in the registration form to join the relevant WhatsApp groups.
Holidays
Sunday school classes be off during long weekends like Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, new years and memorial weekends. In addition if any Vaishnava festivals fall on Sunday we ask all the children to participate in temple festivities. Any other class cancellations due to unforeseen events will be announced on the WhatsApp groups.
| Labor Day Weekend |
| Thanks Giving Weekend |
| Christmas Weekend |
| New Years |
| Temple Event |
| Gaura Purnima |
| Memorial day Weekend |
| Temple Event |
Code of Conduct
All students and parent’s are required to follow the ISKCON Naperville code of conduct and comply with the ISKCON Child protection guidelines. Click here for details on expectations to be met to be part of the Sunday school program
Students are required to remain in the Sunday school classes during regular hours. Parents are requested to reinforce the Sunday school code of conduct to their children. Since the Sunday school only runs once a week, it is recommended that parents should supplement their children’s learning by teaching them at home. Parents should advise children to be responsible and mature enough to take care of themselves while attending the Sunday school. Parent involvement is integral in providing the Vaishnava education and worship experiences that will enable our children to develop and grow in their devotion.
Behavior Standards: Students will respect all classmates and teachers at all times. Students will participate in all classroom activities according to the teacher’s instructions. Students will demonstrate acceptable vaishnava behaviour, offering cooperation to teachers, acceptance of classmates, and respect for temple property and appropriate reverence for the Bhakti way of life.
Classroom Etiquette: Students will be informed of classroom rules and be expected to conduct themselves in an age appropriate manner. It is not appropriate for children to bring to Sunday school certain personal possessions: such as electronic devices or toys, toy weapons or other items that can distract others or disrupt the class.
Student Appearance (Dress Code) Our students’ dress must reflect our Vaishnava belief of giving our best to Krishna. It must be consistent with reasonable standards of modesty and decency.
1. Students must wear clothing covering them from the shoulder to below the knee. Dress must be properly fitting (not tight, not too baggy and not sagging)
2. Backless, one shoulder, strapless or thin-strapped shirts, no tight clothing’s / clothing’s with words that display a non-vaishnava message are not allowed
3. Hair must be clean – have a neat, tidy, well-groomed appearance, and no extreme style.
The student will be called and warned about dress code violations. The parents will also be contacted if violations occur.
USE OF GADGETS: Cell phones must be turned off during school hours. Students found talking or ‘messaging’ on their phones will have the devices confiscated, and will be subject to disciplinary action. Toys, Cards, Magazines, Headphones, Beepers, Radios (i.e. IPods, Walkman, and MP3 Players) and Electronic Games are not allowed in the Sunday school.
Fees
School Year: Sep – May (Complementary Summer sessions June – Aug)
Timing: Sundays 5:40 – 6:30 PM
Fee: $120 per year (Paid for full year at registrations, prorated for anyone joining mid year)
Books and Materials: Not included in the fee. Students have to purchase the recommended books and materials.
Child Safety Form
Download the child safety policy HERE
Faculty Contacts
Madhavi Pasagadi Mata
Ananda Radha Devi Dasi
Varsana Devi Dasi
