Nov 16, 2025 - Grade 2 (Sunday PM)

Dear Parents,

Hari Om!

We are happy to share an update from the Grade 2 Sunday PM class. This week, we covered  Vēkpatutvam (Eloquence), focusing on how Hanumānji teaches us to speak thoughtfully and effectively.

Class Highlights

Vēkpatutvam (Eloquence)

The main theme of this week's class was eloquence – the ability to speak clearly, thoughtfully, and effectively.
We discussed:

• What eloquence means

• How Hanumānji used his words wisely in the Rāmāyaṇa

• The four keys to being a good speaker:

  • When to speak

  • What to speak

  • How to speak

  • How much to speak

We also shared the story of Socrates and the student who had to pay double fees, teaching children the importance of thinking before speaking.

Hanuman Chalisa Practice
We are continuing to practice the Hanuman Chalisa in class.
Please encourage your child to practice at home regularly, as repetition helps them gain confidence in chanting and pronunciation.

In-Class Activity (Attached)
As part of Lesson 10, the children completed a fun and interactive activity based on eloquence and kind speech.
Please see the attached worksheet, which helps reinforce:

• When to speak vs. when to stay quiet

• How to rewrite sentences in a kind and thoughtful way

This activity is directly based on Lesson 10 concepts of eloquence and effective communication.

If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to reach out.

Thank you for your continued support!

Warm regards,
Sirat Chhabra & Roopa Byrichetty
Grade 2 – Sunday PM Teachers
📧 Sirat: siratchhabra@gmail.com
📧 Roopa: roopab77@yahoo.com

Oct 5, 2025 - Grade 2 (Sunday PM)

Dear Parents,

Hari Om!

We are excited to update you on what the children have been learning in the Grade 2 Sunday PM class this week. It's been a joyful and enriching experience so far, and we look forward to continuing this journey with your children.

Class Highlights:

1. Hanuman Chalisa:
   We've started learning the Hanuman Chalisa! The children have already learned the opening doha and the first two verses. We encourage you to play the Hanuman Chalisa at home to help them practice and familiarize themselves with the chanting. Here's a link to a video that they can listen to:
   Hanuman Chalisa Video

2. Dhyëna Öloka Chant:
   We introduced the Dhyëna Öloka chant, which helps the children focus and connect with Hanumanji in a prayerful frame of mind.
   The chant is as follows:

   Buddhir-balañ yaõodhairyañ nirbhayatvañ arogatë,
   ajëÝyañ vëkpaéutvañ ca hanumat smaraãëd bhavet.

   Translation:
   Through the worship of Shri Hanuman, one will be blessed with wisdom (buddhi), strength (bala), courage (dhairya), fearlessness (nirbhayatva), good health (arogate), alertness (ajeyam), and eloquence (vekpaetutvam).

3. Mental and Physical Strength:
   We discussed the difference between physical and mental strength. While physical strength comes from eating well, exercising, and resting, mental strength arises from cultivating beautiful qualities such as sharing, helping, and praying. We shared the story of Ravana and how his physical strength was no match for the mental strength of Lord Rama and Hanumanji. We'll continue this discussion in the coming weeks, exploring how each of Hanumanji's strengths played a role in his divine mission.

4. Bhagavad Gita Slokas:
   We have also begun our journey into the Bhagavad Gita, and the children have been assigned verses 1-11 from Chapter 13. Here's a link to a playlist that will help them learn the slokas:
   Bhagavad Gita Slokas Playlist
   The text is available in the handbook as well, so they can refer to it during practice.

5. Navaratri & Lord Hanuman's Strengths:
   We spoke about the significance of Navaratri and the many qualities of Lord Hanuman. The children created a construction paper project listing Hanumanji's strengths. Please encourage your child to bring their completed project to the next class, where we'll continue to explore these qualities through stories and activities.

If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out.

Thank you for your continued support!

Warm regards,
Sirat Chhabra & Roopa Byrichetty
Grade 2 Sunday PM Teachers
Contact:
Sirat: siratchhabra@gmail.com
Roopa: roopab77@yahoo.com

Sep 7, 2025 - Grade 2 (Sunday PM)

Hari OM Parents,

We are glad to welcome you all to the Chinmaya Grade 2 Sunday PM classroom this year. We look forward to a mutually rewarding and exciting experience working with your children. 

Curriculum for Grade 2

This year, we will be learning from Shri Hanumānji—understanding values like courage, strength, fearlessness, alertness, eloquence, and more. These values are the vitamins that make our mental backbone straight and strong.

• Main Theme: Learn from Hanumānji

• Group Name: Bajrangi's Bolts

• Fun Activities: Engaging games and activities tied to Hanumānji's qualities

Slokas & Gita Chanting

• Slokas: Hanuman Chalisa 

• Gita Chanting:

  • Chapter 13 of the Bhagavad Gita (Bhakti Yoga)

  • Grade 2 Assignment (Arjuna Group): Verses 1 – 11

  • More details: Chinmaya Vrindavan Gita Chanting

Recommended Books and Supplies

• My Prayers book

• Superman Hanuman - This is available in the book store. 

• Balavihar handbook (will be distributed in class)

• 1 notebook

• Pen/Pencils/Markers

Communication

Parents will be sent an email with the class updates every week, which also gets published in the blog:
👉 https://cmnjparentportal25-26.blogspot.com/

Please join our WhatsApp group using the link below:
👉 Grade 2 WhatsApp Group

Other Activities

• Story Telling Contest – January 24, 2026

• Slokathon – March 7, 2026

• Gita Chanting Regionals – April 18, 2026 (More info)

• Bhajanotsav – April 11, 2026

• Super SuperMan (Stage Program) – May 2, 2026

• Seva Day / Field Day – Date TBD, 2026

• Stage Play – June 13, 2026

Teacher Contact

• Sirat Chhabra – siratchhabra@gmail.com

• Roopa Byrichetty – roopab77@yahoo.com

Please reach out if you have any questions.

Thanks

Sirat & Roopa

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