The Buddhist Church of Oakland

Since 1901

825 Jackson Street, Oakland, California 94607

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Dharma School

We offer Religious Education for children aged 3 through 18. Immediately following the Family Dharma Service, the children proceed to their assigned classrooms for instruction. Classes are divided by grade level with most grades being combined. Our teachers are members of our Sangha who generously volunteer their time to be involved in the BCO Dharma School.

The Dharma School classes introduce the children to the teachings of the Buddha through sermon, lecture, crafts, music, and activities. They participate in several of the special church services and activities that take place throughout the year. Occasional field trips to other temples or local sites of interest are also offered to our students.

Dharma School:  The Dharma School provides instruction for children from age 3 through high school.  Our first service is September 7, 2008.  We meet usually every Sunday following the Dharma Family Service.  Our last service is June 7, 2009, when we honor our graduates (preschool, middle school, high school, and college).
 

To enroll in Dharma School, please submit a completed Dharma School Registration Form to Maya Lawrence or the church office.

Officers
Superintendent: Maya Lawrence
Recording Secretary: Janet Umezu
Corresponding Secretary: Molly Yoneyama
Treasurer: Molly Yoneyama
Bay District Representative: Janet Umezu
Birthday Chairman and Busshin Reporter:
Bonnie Okamura  

Teachers
PreSchool
Mrs. Donna Castro
Ms. Joni Hiramoto


Kindergarten/First Grade
Mrs. Daisy Tsujimoto

Second/Third Grade
Ms. Kathy Aok
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Fourth/Fifth Grade
Mrs. Margaret Aoki and Mrs. Janet Umezu

Sixth/Seventh/Eighth Grade
Mes. Maya Lawrence

High School
Mr. Ed Shepard and Mrs. Sabrina Shepard