Hindu Jain Temple, Pittsburgh,USA

Vidya Mandir

Vidya Mandir

The Hindu Jain Temple holds the Vidya Mandir (or Sunday School) during the regular academic school year. Classes are held each Sunday - with the exception of holiday weekends and weekends with special temple events. Students from ages 4 to 18 are welcome to attend and learn a language (Gujarati, Hindi, or Marathi), learn about the Hindu Dharma, or take cultural classes in music, dance and vocals. The Sunday school holds a special events for the Children's Staphana in which all three Pittsburgh Sunday schools (the Hindu Jain Temple, North Hills, and South Hills) participate in dance and cultural programs given by children.

The Vidya Mandir is run by volunteers and lunch is provided free of charge.

Scholarship

The Hindu Jain Temple awards a Scholarship annually for graduating seniors.  Selection is based on scholastic achievements, extra curricular activities and community service.  To be eligible for the scholarship, Temple membership is required.  The Scholarship Committee accepts applications from Graduating Seniors and presents awards during the Graduation Pooja.