Tamil
| Time | Location |
|---|---|
| Sundays 9:00 – 10:15AM | Kangaroo Forest School
7303 S. Forestgate Dr. The Woodlands, TX 77382 (next to temple after the Forest Gate Park) |
Mission
Our mission is to teach Tamil, an ancient and literature-rich South Asian classical language, to individuals in the greater Houston area in a safe, caring, and nurturing environment. In addition, we support and conduct events to enrich and propagate Tamil language and its
heritage. We are a non-profit organization open to all those who wish to learn the Tamil Language.
Vision
Our vision is to become a leader in offering Tamil language learning opportunities to children and adults through high-quality courses, innovative teaching techniques and creative learning methods. We envision the recognition of Tamil as a credit course in American school and college systems leading to rich cross-cultural experiences.
- In operation for 15 years
- Officially registered under HTS DBA Greater Houston Tamil School
- Officially Accredited School under SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools)
- Fully embrace the vision, mission and motto of Woodlands Tamil School
- “Our” School – Run by “Us”
- 6 Branches in Houston Area with more than 550 Students
- School is Run in accordance with ATA, American Tamil Association
- Tamil Classes at 8 different levels (PreK to level 8), Ages 4-16
About Tamil Class
- Students will learn reading, writing and speaking in Tamil through attractive books, and curriculum.Students receive certificates trophy for passing Tamil examination
Exams
- 3 Term Exams
- Question papers from ATA. Teachers will customize
- Evaluations and final grading by individual school teachers
- Report Cards will be issued at the end of each exam
Class Level Medals
- Gold, Silver, and Bronze given during annual day
- Key Eligibility: No more than 4 total absences
- Gold – 90% marks and above
- Silver – 80% to 89.99%
- Bronze – 70% to 79.99%
- Annual fee of $75 (subject to change when on campus classes resumes) for the academic year (includes textbooks)
Grading Mechanism
- 30% – Classroom Activities
- 20% – First Term Exam
- 20% – Second Term Exam
- 30% – Final Exam