SMD Branch school classes have resumed and the 98 monks enrolled in grades K-6 are enjoying freshly painted classrooms. 5 recent SMD graduates, (3 lay and 2 monastic) were welcomed by Khenpo Chonyi and Lama Karma Phurbu as they began their year of service to the school and monastery. Phurba Sangpo Sherpa, Ukesh Magar, and Dorje Sherpa, along with Karma Tenzin and Pasang Tashi (monks) will be teaching and leading a variety of activities while also gaining experience and broadening their own knowledge. A gift of chocolate from Lama Dawa made young monks so delighted that they sang their thanks!
