Chinmaya 5K

ABOUT CHINMAYA MISSION:

Chinmaya Mission Trinidad and Tobago is an arm of the global organisation, Chinmaya Mission Worldwide. A non-profit, non-governmental, faith-based organisation. To date, it is guided locally by the leadership of resident Spiritual Leader, Swami Prakashananda, ordained under the monastic order by Chinmaya Mission.

One of the key aims of Chinmaya Mission is to provide to individuals from any background, the wisdom of philosophy of Hinduism and the practical means for spiritual growth and happiness, enabling them to become positive contributors to society.

EDUCATION WITH A DIFFERENCE - RE-IMAGINING AND CHAMPIONING EDUCATION:

In just over a decade, Chinmaya Mission Trinidad and Tobago stands as a premier educational institute, with a focus on both secular and scriptural knowledge as guided by Hindu philosophy, standing testimony to this objective, administering 7 schools throughout Trinidad.

Founded by the Chinmaya Mission of Trinidad and Tobago, Chinmaya Vidyalaya (School) has been at the forefront in reimagining and championing education excellence in Trinidad and Tobago, providing students with a purposeful, transformative and rich educational learning experience through its broad network of early childhood, primary and secondary schools. Established in 2003 with a signature campus in Couva, today, seven campuses are serving students educational needs in communities in Trinidad.

Chinmaya Vidyalaya is committed to providing students with value-based education, integrating elements of the mainstream curriculum with ancient spirituality, culture and leadership modules. Today, 780 students across seven campuses in Trinidad are benefiting from diverse and transformative learning opportunities at Chinmaya Vidyalaya.

Given the recurring failure of the public education system in Trinidad and Tobago, we are now at a critical juncture where we must prioritize and support alternative solutions that are effectively leading and transforming educational development of our promising future leaders. Chinmaya Vidyalaya has been at the forefront in re-imagining, transforming and trailblazing a legacy of educational successes.

It is, therefore, our collective social responsibility in the private and civic sector to actively throw our full support behind a proven and tested model in innovative education that is guaranteeing effective outcomes for the future prosperity of our society.

EMBARKING ON A NEW PROJECT: SANT TUSIDAS CAMPUS:

The Chinmaya Mission and Chinmaya Vidyalaya have both embarked on a new project for the benefit of the children of our nation. We have resolved to establish a modern-day, state of the art educational facility at the Couva location. This is the legacy we intend to leave for future generations.

This project is reflective of a promising solution to the challenges of education within the public system. In 2019, Chinmaya Vidyalaya launched one of its biggest educational milestones - the construction of a state-of-the-art 12-acre campus in Couva - ‘The Chinmaya Vidyalaya Sant Tulsidas Campus’

Powered by over 30,000 square feet of multi-level learning spaces, the new Couva Campus will be equipped with a wide range of facilities, smart technology and resources dedicated to advancing education into the 21st century.

In addition, students will enhance their cultural development, spiritual well-being, real-world experience and leadership capabilities with integrated cultural programming and industry-led training. This facility will house Primary and High schools along with State of the Art Science Laboratories, Library, Language rooms, Amphitheatre.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

1. To deliver a one-stop 12-acre state of the art campus for pre-school, primary & secondary students.
2. To deliver enriched student learning experiences with innovative facilities, spaces, technology to unleash their potential to shape the future.
3. To enhance capacity to 800 students annually in response to waiting list needs.
4. To amplify our innovative approach to student academic & all round success by eliminating the need for 'extra lessons' in education.

STATUS OF PROJECT AND TIME FRAME

Construction has begun and will be completed over two phases. With a capacity to accommodate 800 full-time secondary school students, Phase 1 is expected to be completed by January 2020.

Phase I - January 2020

• Completion of main academic campus
• Retrofit with smart technology
• Library, gym, yoga, music spaces
• Integrated STEAM (Science, Technology,
• Engineering, Arts and Maths) Facilities

Phase II - September 2020

• Integration of vocational learning spaces
• Carpentry, woodworking, welding shops
• Digital Literacy & entrepreneurship lab
• Climate Action Lab (student-led environmental initiatives)

DONATE TOWARDS THE CAUSE:

We have embarked on several methods of raising funds in order to meet the fixed and operating costs of the construction of this facility. In light of this on Sunday 19th January 2020, we are planning to host our 1st 5K Marathon to assist in raising funds

Your sponsorship and investment in the Chinmaya Vidyalaya Sant Tulsidas Campuswill provide youth of today with the rich and rewarding educational experience they need to excel as leaders of tomorrow.

CONTACT:

Chinmaya Ashram

T: 868 497-5964/394-7844/679-3652

E: chinmayamissiontnt@gmail.com

1 Swami Chinmayananda Drive, Calcutta Rd. #1, Mc Bean, Couva

Trinidad, West Indies