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About Aum Education Society

A pioneering educational institution that bridges ancient wisdom with modern pedagogy.

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Aum School families and teachers smiling together at a community event
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Students playing chess together during an Aum School summer camp session
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Our Story

Aum Education Society of America was founded with a vision to fill the crucial need for dharmic values in early childhood and elementary education. As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we are committed to creating an educational environment that honors both academic excellence and character development.

Our unique approach integrates the time-tested wisdom of Sanatana Dharma with contemporary educational methodologies, particularly the Montessori method. This creates a learning environment where children not only excel academically but also develop strong ethical foundations and cultural appreciation.

We believe that education should nurture the whole child — mind, body, and spirit. Through our carefully designed curriculum, students learn to think critically, act compassionately, and live purposefully while remaining connected to their cultural heritage.

Dharmic Values

Building strong character through timeless wisdom, compassion, integrity, and cultural values.

Montessori Education

Hands-on, child-centered learning that inspires curiosity, creativity, confidence, and independence.

Holistic Development

Nurturing every child's intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth in a balanced environment.

501(c)(3) Nonprofit

A mission-driven organization dedicated to serving families through accessible, value-based education.

Vision & Mission

The purpose that guides every classroom, every lesson, and every child at Aum School.

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Our Vision

To nurture a generation of confident, compassionate children who carry the wisdom of Sanatana Dharma into a modern world, becoming lifelong learners and principled leaders in their communities.

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Our Mission

To deliver an integrated curriculum that unites Dharmic values with academic excellence, providing every child a joyful, child-centered learning environment that develops mind, body, and spirit.

Key Milestones

A journey of meaningful achievements, lasting impact, and continued educational excellence.

  1. 2017

    January

    Samkalpa is taken to start Aum School

  2. 2017

    May

    Aum School San Antonio is Founded

  3. 2018

    January

    Aum School San Antonio Begins Classes in a Rented Facility

  4. 2020

    June

    Aum – School National is founded and begins Virtual Program in response to pandemic

  5. 2020

    September

    Bhumi Pujan is conducted for Aum School San Antonio's own facility, Aum Ashram.

  6. 2021

    June

    Summer camps held in Bay Area CA, Irvine CA, Charlotte NC, San Antonio TX, and Seattle WA.

  7. 2022

    June

    Summer camps Held in Charlotte NC, San Antonio TX, and Seattle WA

  8. 2023

    January

    Aum School San Antonio begins Classes in Aum Ashram.

  9. 2023

    June

    Summer Camps Held in Charlotte NC, Northern NJ, Central NJ, Dallas TX, San Antonio TX, and Northern VA.

  10. 2024

    January

    Aum School Charlotte Begins. Summer Camps held across 11 cities: Aldie VA, Charlotte NC, Ellicott City MD, Edison NJ, Irvine CA, Houston TX, Parsippany NJ, Philadelphia PA, Phoenix AZ, San Antonio TX, and Seattle WA.

Our Team

Meet the dedicated team bringing our mission to life through education, compassion, and a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Directors

MKManisha Kand
DDDr. Darshan Thakkar
BPBhausaheb Patil
SHSabitha Hebbar

Board of Advisors

RIRakhi Israni
SKShirin Kulkarni
PGPratibha Goyal
PKPadma Kuppa

Management

AKAnoja KashyapTechnology Manager
SKSmitha KarthikFundraising Manager
SKShubhangi KadheMarketing Manager
RARam AgarwalAccount Manager
STSai TennetiMarketing Manager

Syllabus Leads

ANAmbika NatarajanDharma & Heritage
MPManasi PalkarLanguage
HSHarini SrinivasanYoga
KJKirti JoshiLanguage
NANidhi AdhavaryuVedic Maths

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Testimonials

Hear from our community members about their transformative experiences with Aum Education Society.

I am really happy with the way my children get involved in their subjects. The teachers are amazing and keep them motivated. Children are so excited to learn yoga, we don't have to tell them to do it. Great experience trying to know your roots, trying to understand your culture and Hindu traditions.

Chandana Jha

Teacher

Learning through teaching a beautiful language is a great experience to me. This wonder period has added a feather to my twenty years of love! towards teaching.

Anita Sethilkumar

Teacher

My experience with Aum School as an admin was amazing. I loved bonding with kids across the country that I probably wouldn't have even met otherwise. I also enjoyed learning a thing or two from the sessions along with the kids, Katha especially. Over all it was a very unique experience, and I would love to come back again in the future.

Prachi

Camp Coordinator