Sangha Education Center
Educating the whole-learner by inspiring an interconnected understanding of self, others, and the natural world through mentoring and stewardship programs
We are excited to offer a new opportunity for teens and young adults: a movie screening and guided reflection process based on “Spirited Away”, a Studio Ghibli production by Hayao Miyazaki, an internationally famous Japanese Filmmaker/Animator whose movies are known for their beautiful art, deep and reflective themes, and their creation of intricate, magical worlds. His stories focus on nature, […]
All are welcome to join us for our Meadow Farm Volunteer Days, two dates this Summer. We will meet up at Historic Malcolm House and take a nature trail walk through the Jericho Preserve to our Meadow Farm space. Volunteers will partake in weeding and mulching garden beds, planting with Spring in mind, and sealing […]
Our program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley, Irvin, and Carlos. Instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. […]
Join Certified Nature Therapy Guide Stephanie Gaglione (HYPERLINK: https://biophiliawellness.com/) for monthly Forest Bathing sessions that open with meditation and close with a nature tea ceremony. Experience “A Place of Wonder” within yourself, with others, and the natural world. Several sensory “nature invitations” are provided while we walk the grounds around Historic Malcolm House and take […]
Parents, professionals, and all community members, organizations, and schools are welcome to participate in our Community Support Group to learn more about the Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) approach developed by Dr. Ross W. Greene to assist adults in working with young people (and with one another) to solve problems and build skills, minimizing challenging […]
Our program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley, Irvin, and Carlos. Instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. […]
Join our Project Stewardship program for teens and young adults for a Mad Monster Party Halloween Bash. We will begin by being introduced to the history of Halloween-type "celebrations" from around the world, including the origin and meaning behind some of the traditions. A book about the Fall Equinox will demonstrate the evolution of ideas […]
We are excited to return to the Vanderbilt Planetarium and Museum after a few years, this time for either The Stars, Explore, or The Night Sky LIVE show. NOTE: Outing time and specific show will be announced once Vanderbilt Planetarium staff announces their Fall Schedule. We will also embark on a self-guided educational tour of […]
During our monthly Lego Collaborative guided by Lego Master, Brian, teens & young adults work in teams and small groups with various Lego sets and classic Lego bricks for education and creative expression related to our program themes of Nature, History & the Arts. Lego building and games are structured ways in which to build skills in […]
Our program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley, Irvin, and Carlos. Instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. […]
We are excited to have one of our Civic Mentoring program participants, Chloe, and long-time Sangha intern, mentor, and volunteer, Divya, lead us in a special Art from the Heart workshop based on the artistic drawing styles and lifelong passions that have impacted their lives. Those attending will have the opportunity to view samples of […]
At the 250th anniversary of America’s signing of the Declaration of Independence from England in 2027, the 200th anniversary of the abolition of slavery in New York State, we are happy to introduce Long Island History in Your Own Backyard to the community!In today’s session, attendees will learn about the strong community bonds that existed […]