his ceremony of gratitude and appreciation is an opportunity for students to thank their facilitators.

Last Saturday 31 December, on the last day of 2022, Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators, volunteers, students, and their parents gathered at Nalanda Centre for the annual “Appreciation & Honours Day”.  The first held since the pandemic, it was a time for everyone to reflect and rejoice in their effort and commitment to learning throughout the year.

Graduating students expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the support of the facilitators and their parents in learning Dhamma, strengthening their moral compass and developing their confidence.  School Director Sis. See Hui Shien encouraged students to use their time well to learn and develop wholesome values so that they live more meaningful lives.

The senior students of Dhamma School upholds the Buddhist and Nalanda flags in the procession.

Sis. Hui Shien shared how she is inspired by the learning spirit of the students.

Bro. Charlie presented tokens of appreciation to all the School facilitators.

Each student is awarded with a certificate to recognise their achievements.

We congratulate Nalanda Dhamma School for 18 years of success in educating many of our young Buddhists in the Buddha-Dhamma.  With growing interest from the community, the School will expand into offering ‘Family Dhamma School’ from this March.  Let us rejoice in the students’ progress and may the School continue to grow Dhamma communities who are keen to learn, practise and serve.  Sadhu anumodana!

Bro. Lee Kong Foo presents certificates for students with high attendance.

Students presented a Jataka tale to illustrate the Buddha’s teachings on the importance of associating with the wise.

Graduating students of Junior Dhamma School expressed their thanks and excitement to continue their learning.

The children paid respects to their parents to thank them for all their support.

Family well-being is easier to achieve when we learn Dhamma together.

To complete the event, Junior Dhamma School students led the chanting of the Karaniya Metta Sutta and sharing of merits.