Savistara A Gurukul, An Alternate Learning Center
Hi, I’m Kavitha, a teacher with 10 years of experience. Choosing teaching as my career has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. I truly enjoy spreading knowledge and working with children who are full of curiosity and potential.
Five years ago, I started teaching at a school with high hopes. However, I felt I wasn’t able to give my best due to various reasons. I moved to another school, but faced similar challenges. I began my career just two years before the COVID-19 pandemic, and we all know how much the pandemic changed our lives. During that time, many of us reconnected with Indian culture, traditions, and sustainable practices, especially those rooted in Sanatana Dharma. People started to appreciate our ancient ways more, realizing their value in fields like health, education, and agriculture.
As I reflected, I wondered if we could return to the Gurukula system of education, where learning is hands-on, practical, and filled with life skills. In this system, students not only gain knowledge but also develop the skills needed to thrive in life. Unlike modern education, which often focuses only on certificates, money, and status, the Gurukula system nurtures individuals to be skilled, patient, and happy.
I kept thinking, "Where can I find a school like this?" And now, I’ve found my answer. I’m part of the Savistara Gurukula family, an alternative learning center where children learn with joy. Here, students learn through experience, practice life skills, and reconnect with our traditions. They compete with themselves, not others, and each child gets the chance to grow in all aspects of life.
For example, children chant the Bhagavad Gita, make leaf bowls, seed balls, and even Rakhis from old beads. These are just a few of the many activities that make learning here so unique. The atmosphere is full of positive energy, and what makes it even more special is the supportive environment among teachers. We work together with no competition, all striving toward the same goal: the growth and success of Savistara.
Our principal, Soumya Ma’am, is like a backbone to us. She guides, encourages, and empowers us in every situation, and she genuinely cares for us. The whole environment at Savistara is friendly, lively, and full of cooperation. I truly believe this is the ideal place for a passionate teacher like me.
Thank you, Savistara!
Kavitha Teaching Staff, Savistara a Gurukul
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