Important Update: Revised School Start Date - August 21

Dear Families

After considerable deliberation, we have made the decision to delay the start of school by one week. The first day of school will now be Monday, August 21.

Campus renovations have been going on continuously since the start of summer break and we are very close to completing the new Madhurya Bhavan classroom, Audarya Bhavan bathrooms, and Krishna Sharanam renovations. Despite being close to completing the building work, as it currently stands, we won't be ready to welcome students back on campus by next Monday.

A few factors have contributed to the delay, one of which was a direct lightning strike last week which affected a number of our systems and structures. Recovering from this lightning strike created an additional layer of work, further complicating our efforts to be ready for students to return.

The various trades working on campus are pushing to complete the finishing touches to the classroom buildings in preparation for final inspections and fire marshall clearance, which we expect early next week. After this stage is complete, then we will be able to fully move into and set up the Madhurya Bhavan and Krishna Sharanam classrooms.

We sincerely apologize for the disruption this delay to the start of school has caused. We will not be extending the school year to make up for the extra week. The days will be made up by removing days off throughout the year. A link to the revised 2023-24 school calendar is below:

Revised 2023-24 School Calendar

Please note that all beginning of school events will also be pushed back by one week. This includes the events listed below with their revised dates:

• Classroom Orientations - Friday, August 18 (same class timings)

• Kindergarten Meet Up - Friday, August 18, 10:00 am

• Bhakti Bhavan ‘Meet Your Teacher’ Visits - Thursday, August 17 (affected families please look out for an email with a link to reschedule your appointment slot).

Our primary concern in making the decision to delay the start of school is to ensure that we are able to welcome students into classroom spaces that not only pass the relevant building regulations, but are set up with care and attention by the teachers to provide students with the best school experience possible.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Yours in service,

Visvambhara dasa
Head of School

Classroom Orientations & DCF Documents - Friday, August 18

Dear Families,

Classroom Orientations

Classroom Orientations for the 2023-24 school year will be held on campus on Friday, August 18. These important events will equip you with the information you need as we start the next school year. Attendance is required for families new to Bhaktivedanta Academy and highly recommended for everyone.

• Bhakti Bhavan (Pre-K / Kindergarten) - 5:30 p.m.

• Audarya Bhavan (1st - 3rd grade) - 6:30 p.m.

• Madhurya Bhavan (4th - 6th grade) - 5:30 p.m.

• Krishna Sharanam (7th - 10th grade) - 6:30 p.m.

The Bhakti Bhavan classroom meeting is intended only for adults. Please do not bring children to this meeting.

Students in grade 1 and above are welcome to attend their class meeting if they can remain in the classroom with you. Unsupervised children will not be permitted to play outside during this event.

DCF Required Documents

If you are yet to provide the school office with these documents, please do so as soon as possible, or you may bring them along to your classroom orientation.

We look forward to seeing you soon! If you have any questions please contact the school office at (386) 462-2886 or office@bhaktischool.org.

Yours in service,

Sucitra Wygmans
Bhaktivedanta Academy

Bhakti Bhavan Welcome Letters and Supply List - 2023-24

Dear Families,

On behalf of the teachers and staff of Bhaktivedanta Academy, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new and returning families for the 2023-24 school year. We are honored that you have entrusted your childʼs education with us and are looking forward to the start of school on Monday, August 14.

Below you will find information about this school year:

• Radha Bhakti Bhavan Class Welcome Letter

• Krishna Bhakti Bhavan Class Welcome Letter

• Student Supply List

• Phase-In Schedule (new 3 and 4 year old students)

• New Student ‘Meet Your Teacher’ Visit Letter (new students)

• Kindergarten Meet Up (kindergarten students)

• Class Community Snack Guidelines

• 2023-24 School Calendar

• Uniform and Dress Code Guide

• Family Handbook

Please be on the lookout for additional information, event invitations, and forms in your email in the coming days.

We will host our classroom welcome meetings and orientations on Friday, August 11, starting at 5:30 p.m. These important meetings will allow you to become acquainted with your child’s teachers, get classroom overviews, and set a strong foundation for the start of school. We highly recommend that you plan on attending.

If you have questions about any of the information in this packet, please call 386-462-2886 or email office@bhaktischool.org. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Yours in service,

Visvambhara Dasa
Head of School

Krishna Sharanam Welcome Letter and Supply List - 2023-24

Dear Families,

On behalf of the teachers and staff of Bhaktivedanta Academy, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new and returning families for the 2023-24 school year. We are honored that you have entrusted your childʼs education with us and are looking forward to the start of school on Monday, August 14.

Below you will find information about this school year:

• Class Welcome Letter

• Student Supply List

• 2023-24 School Calendar

• Uniform and Dress Code Guide

• Family Handbook

Please be on the lookout for additional information, event invitations, and forms in your email in the coming days.

We will host our classroom welcome meetings and orientations on Friday, August 11, starting at 5:30 p.m. These important meetings will allow you to become acquainted with your child’s teachers, get classroom overviews, and set a strong foundation for the start of school. We highly recommend that you plan on attending.

If you have questions about any of the information in this packet, please call 386-462-2886 or email office@bhaktischool.org. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Yours in service,

Visvambhara Dasa
Head of School

Madhurya Bhavan Welcome Letter and Supply List - 2023-24

Dear Families,

On behalf of the teachers and staff of Bhaktivedanta Academy, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our new and returning families for the 2023-24 school year. We are honored that you have entrusted your childʼs education with us and are looking forward to the start of school on Monday, August 14.

Below you will find information about this school year:

• Class Welcome Letter

• Student Supply List

• 2023-24 School Calendar

• Uniform and Dress Code Guide

• Family Handbook

Please be on the lookout for additional information, event invitations, and forms in your email in the coming days.

We will host our classroom welcome meetings and orientations on Friday, August 11, starting at 5:30 p.m. These important meetings will allow you to become acquainted with your child’s teachers, get classroom overviews, and set a strong foundation for the start of school. We highly recommend that you plan on attending.

If you have questions about any of the information in this packet, please call 386-462-2886 or email office@bhaktischool.org. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Yours in service,

Visvambhara Dasa
Head of School