On Saturday 7 February 2026, the parents and students of Nalanda Family Dhamma School Johor Bahru gathered for a heartwarming and inspiring learning session, featuring a special forum on welcoming the Lunar New Year with kind hearts. Moderated by Sis. Wicia Fong, the forum guided families to reflect on the deeper meaning of the New Year beyond festivities and traditions.
Read moreFrom 31 January to 2 February 2026, 80 students and facilitators from Nalanda Dhamma School, along with youth volunteers, came together for a stay-in programme at Nalanda Centre. Guided by the theme “Respect Starts with Me”, the programme provided meaningful opportunities for students to learn the Dhamma, practise mindfulness and strengthen their bonds with spiritual friends.
Read moreOn Thursday 29 January 2026, the Nalanda Education Committee kicked off its first meeting of the year with drafting plans for the 20th Memorial Day of Nalanda’s late Spiritual Advisor – Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda. This monthly meeting brings together the head of Nalanda educational divisions to strategise and synergise efforts to ensure every division are aligned in its direction and efforts.
Read moreOver the first two sessions of Dhamma School, students explored the value of loving-kindness through the Garden of Kind Hearts. Each small act of mettā was seen as a seed, reminding students that even simple, intentional gestures can grow into wisdom, compassion, and positive habits when nurtured with care and consistency.
Read moreLast Sunday 25 January 2026, Nalanda members, devotees, youths, together with Dhamma School facilitators and students gathered for the year’s first Samaggi Sunday Service. Sis. Santi Cheang, Assistant Honorary Secretary of the Society, delivered the Samaggi message and reminded the congregation of the importance of harmony — harmony within ourselves, and harmony with one another.
Read moreThe new Dhamma School year began on a wholesome note as Nalanda Dhamma School sessions commenced across Sri Serdang, Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru over the weekend. On Sunday 18 January, the first sessions of Nalanda Teenage and Junior Dhamma Schools and the Parents Induction Programme (PIP) were held at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. The first session set a calm and purposeful tone for the year, reminding students that Dhamma learning is a gradual and meaningful process that supports character development, mindfulness, and wise living in daily life.
Read moreOn Wednesday 31 December 2025, Nalanda Dhamma School facilitators, Nalanda leaders, volunteers, students and parents gathered joyfully at Nalanda Centre for the annual School Appreciation and Honours Day. This cherished tradition offered a meaningful opportunity for everyone to reflect, rejoice and give thanks for a year of Dhamma learning, personal growth and selfless service.
Read moreToday, 1 January 2026 marks 21 years since Nalanda Dhamma School was established. Since then, the School has been focusing its earnest, energetic effort in performing the ‘Miracle of Education’ with the theme ‘The Heart of Education is Education of the Heart.’
Read moreOn Sunday 28 December, Nalanda Dhamma School students returned to Nalanda Centre to begin preparations for one of the most meaningful events of the year — the School Appreciation & Honours Day. Over the past few days, students from the Junior, Teenage and Family Dhamma School have been working closely with facilitators, coming together in a spirit of gratitude and teamwork.
Read moreLearning the Dhamma together as a family creates a meaningful space for parents and children to grow side by side in wisdom, compassion, and wholesome values. Nalanda Family Dhamma School offers a supportive environment where families can deepen their understanding of the Dhamma while nurturing harmony and joy at home.
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