VHP Sanskrit School Teachers Training

22nd March, 2025

VHP Australia conducted a comprehensive Teachers Training Program for over 130 educators, including VHP Sanskrit School teachers and Hindu Dharma Special Religious Education (SRE) teachers. The one-day event was held with the objective of enhancing teaching capabilities, promoting professional development, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality education aligned with VHP Australia's curriculum and values.

A special highlight of the day was an insightful presentation on the Maheshwara Sutras, which form the foundational structure of Sanskrit grammar, offering participants a deeper understanding of the linguistic beauty and precision of the Sanskrit language.

The training program encompassed a diverse range of topics, including:

● Classroom management strategies

● Student engagement methods

● Child protection awareness

● Innovative teaching methodologies

● Effective deployment of Hindu Dharma topics in classroom settings

● Implementation of VHP Australia’s SRE curriculum and Sanskrit School syllabus in an age-appropriate and culturally sensitive manner.

The event was graced by Hon. Chris Bowen MP, Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy, who presented certificates of participation to all the attending teachers and expressed appreciation for their voluntary service in nurturing cultural and spiritual education.

Other distinguished guests included Mr. Murray Norman , CEO of Better Balanced Futures, and Ms. Karra Matthews, Education Officer, both of whom shared valuable insights and extended their support to the work being done by VHP Australia in the field of religious education.

The training program marked an important step in strengthening the teaching community within the Hindu diaspora and reaffirmed VHP Australia’s commitment to delivering high-quality, values-based education.