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“Sidak is a space
to think critically about
everything we do + about
the world around us, just as
the Gurus did. I appreciated
this approach to Sikhi that is
non-dogmatic, non-preachy,
and non judgmental. Sidak
could be seen as a training
ground for the 21st century
Sikh Revolution.”
— Sundeep Singh,
Brooklyn, NY
“From now on, I will
look at Gurbani with a
critical eye. I will strive to
understand Gurbani by
breaking apart sentences
and interpreting it in my own
words (not sikhi to the max).
Then I will think and evaluate
how I can apply the Gurbani
to my life.”
— Gurneet K Bawa,
Potomac, MD
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Junior Sidak
2011 marked the first year that SikhRI offered an official “Junior Sidak” program to coincide with the Sidak leadership development retreat, and we are pleased to announce we will offer it again in 2012. This program allows families to bring their children with them to San Antonio, where they enjoy a safe, comfortable, stimulating environment Monday through Friday during the time their parents are involved in classroom sessions (8am- 12pm). Junior Sidak is open to children aged 2-8, and provides a truly unique social and educational experience for little ones!
Trained educators along with assistants from the local Texas Sangat run the Junior Sidak sessions, where the hours are filled with arts and crafts, songs, engaging games, and nature walks through the retreat site. There are also classroom lessons on Sikhi topics which aim to build strong, confident Sikhs from a young age, with a special emphasis on strengthening Gurmukhi and Panjabi skills.
We are encouraging any families considering making the trip to Sidak in 2012 to be in touch with Director of Education and Sidak Coordinator Jasmine Kaur as soon as possible, so we can answer any questions and provide more details as requested! You can email her at: jasmine.kaur@sikhri.org.
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