Our Mission
Khalsa Gurmat Center is an independent community based non-profit organization focused on education, empowerment and civic engagement for kids and community members. To fulfill that mission the center has established an enrichment school for kids; conducted healthcare, parenting, legal clinics; and created collaborative partnerships with different government and non-profit community organizations.
The dedicated team at Khalsa Gurmat Center have served the children and their families in the Seattle region of the State of Washington since 2006 and formally incorporated in 2014. We believe that we need to come together as a community to nurture every child and ensure that they lead an inspired life. This required a partnership of families, teachers and administrators working together to create an environment that fosters learning and growth.
Educate
- Classes in Sikh History, Gurmukhi, Sikh Martial Arts, Music, Arts, Mathematics, and Creative Computing
- Robotocs and Technology, Sports, and Sikh Youth summer camps
- Youth projects on improving environmental sustainability and conserving natural resources
- Career workshops with distinguished leaders in medicine, healthcare, law, social justice, and engineering
- College Readiness Workshops on financial aid and opportunities in higher education
Empower
- Voter Registration Campaigns to ensure community participation
- Voter education information in Punjabi to increase accessibility
- Presidential Caucus Workshop to explain the caucus process and how to participate in it
- Immigration workshops and training for noncitizens and families
- Elderly programs to support social and emotional health
- Community Health Fair to offer free flu shots, medical consultation, and screenings for vision, dental, and foot care
Engage
- Hosted the White House's AAPI Task Force's Anti-bullying Workshop for students and parents
- Conducted several Teacher's training workshops on Sikhism in partnership with Wing Luke Asian Museum
- Hosted a Hate Crimes Forum with other community and faith leaders along with Federal and State agencies
- Participated in different Interfaith events to discuss issues that span different communities
- Participated in numerous diversity events around King County in different cities such as Kent, Renton, and Federal Way
- Collaborated with 4Culture to conduct workshops on Poetry on Buses
Educate minds, empower hearts, and engage communities to build a brighter tomorrow
Enrichment Classes
Each year students are enrolled in multiple enrichment classes. These courses are intended to provide students with opportunities to explore different subjects and ensure that they gain a well-rounded education. In addition to providing an in-depth introduction to the topic of each course, course activities are designed to cultivate deeper thinking, connection to the values or concepts and creative problem solving skills.
Whether it is the language classes or the focus is STEM education, the students participate in a variety of activities including discussions, collaborative projects and interactive sessions with like-minded peers.
Gurmat
The focus is on connecting students with Sikh History, Gurbani and the value system based on Guru Granth Sahib Ji. These classes are organized based on a child's age.
Gurmukhi
Punjabi language and Gurmukhi Script is taught using a structured curriculum to emphasize reading, writing and speaking skills. The classes are organized based on a child's current skillset and level of understanding of the language.
Creative Computing
These classes start with using Scratch to allow kids find thier creative expression. The next level introduces them to use Python to help them understand use of language constructs. The final level allows students to understand object oriented approach using Java.
Mathematics
The students understand advanced concepts about numbers, sets, relations and functions. The emphasis is on logical thinking, abstract reasoning, mental arithmetic and an understanding of mathematical tools.
Robotics
The students explore real-world challenges using robotics kits to investigate possible solutions. The kids learn about technology, physics and sensors using hands-on experience that gets them excited about the world around them.
Arts and Crafts
The students explore their creative sides through classes using sketching, painting and different handicrafts.