Dates : Monday, June 26 - Friday, July 7 , 2006

Hours : 8:00 AM ~ 3:00 PM (for day students)

Host: Instilling Goodness/Developing Virtue Schools.

Place : City of Ten Thousand Buddhas

2001 Talmage Road , Ukiah, California 95482

(110 miles north of San Francisco).

Program:

Buddhist Studies, Meditation, Cultural Exchange, Environmental Awareness, Art & Crafts, Physical Fitness/Sports

Brief Program Description:

Buddhism - Students will gain a firsthand experience of being in a monastery by participating in ceremonies, meditation, and vegetarian meals. Participants will be introduced to Buddhist teachings and values, such as the law of cause and effect, and compassion.

Multicultural Activities – Chinese and other cultures will be introduced through language, arts and crafts, drama and music, food, games and sports.

Environmental Awareness - Participants will reflect on ways in which we can promote sustainable living and wise use of resources on this planet, and nurture compassion for all living things. Activities include nature hikes, recycled art, and community service.

Ages : 5 – 14 (Boarding students must be at least 11)

Parents are welcome to apply as volunteer teachers, counselors and helpers.

Fees:

• Day Student (includes tuition, lunch, T-shirt, $20 registration fee): $200
• Boarding Student (tuition, T-shirt, $250 room & board, $20 registration fee):$500
• Room and Board for parents with children: $250/adult, $150/child under 11

(Space for families on campus is limited)
(Anyone staying on campus must provide proof of health insurance. International students must purchase health insurance, which is available through school.)

Deadline for Application: June 1 or until spaces are filled. Application Fee: $20 (nonrefundable). Download application (requires Acrobat PDF Reader)

If you are interested in enrolling your child or volunteering as a teacher or counselor, please contact the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas for an application:

• Boys School – Tel & Fax: (707) 468-1138 E-mail: boysschool@drba.org
• Girls School – Tel & Fax: (707) 468-3847 E-mail: girlsschool@drba.org