Local Hindu Community honors SRVUSD Teachers

The Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh San Ramon chapter and their youth wing organized a teacher appreciation function called “Guru Vandana” on May 11. Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (also known as HSS) is a nonprofit socio-cultural Hindu organization with over 235 branches in 164 cities and 34 states. HSS San Ramon fosters a sense of civic duty, care for the community, responsibility, volunteerism, and an understanding of selfless service through service activities and outreach projects such as a Food donation drive during the festival of Diwali, a "Health for Humanity" yogathon, and a backpack drive for local students in need.

Devotional worship of the guru - the teacher - is one of the most touching and elevating traditions of Hinduism, which has been preserved and continued for generations. Teachers inspire us to become better individuals and contribute positively to society. HSS San Ramon chapter kids took this opportunity to express gratitude and reverence towards their teachers.

The event was held at the Community Center in Central Park, San Ramon, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. A total of 14 teachers from various schools, including Gale Ranch Middle, Iron Horse Middle, Coyote Creek Elementary, Montevideo Elementary, Quail Run Elementary, Frederiksen Elementary, Blue J Labs and the principal of Live Oak Elementary attended the function. The event was filled with cultural activities and speeches highlighting teachers' importance in our lives.

Teachers and their families enthusiastically participated in this event and learned about rich and diverse Hindu cultural practices, traditions, and beliefs that have evolved over thousands of years. All the teachers spoke at the event and appreciated recognition received for their efforts by their students. Speaking at the event, one of the teachers of SRVUSD said "I am honored to be part of this event, and I feel humbled by the love and respect shown towards us. It's heartwarming to see such appreciation and recognition for our work, which I have not seen in my entire career."

The event concluded with a vote of thanks by the organizers, who expressed their gratitude towards the teachers and all those who contributed to making the event a success.

Overall, the event was a great way to show appreciation and gratitude towards teachers and their contributions to society. The “Guru Vandana” event is a part of HSS's ongoing efforts to promote education and cultural awareness in the community.