Chinmaya Mission Houston - Announcements for June 1, 2025
This is our last e-announcement for the current Bala Vihar year. We will intermittently communicate about future CMH events.
CMH Summer Break May 19 – Sep. 6
Our new Bala Vihar year begins on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The last day of Bala Vihar for the academic year 2024-2025 was Sunday, May 18. CMH will remain closed May 19th – Sep. 6th for summer break.
Bala Vihar Re-enrollment for 2025-26 – Deadline Approaching! May 31
Reminder emails have been sent on Thursday, May 22, to Bala Vihar families who still need to complete their Bala Vihar re-enrollment. If you receive an email, please take action immediately! The deadline to respond is Saturday, May 31. After this date, the system will be frozen, and no further updates can be processed.
Didn’t get a reminder email? Great news! That means you’ve already responded, and no further action is required from you.
Final re-enrollment confirmations will be sent out by August.
Please verify your individual forms, and make the necessary edits to ensure that the following information is correct:
- The Bala Vihar Grade your child will be attending in September 2025
- Session you would like to attend for the year 2025-2026
- Enter proper selection for the extra class option – only one extra class can be selected.
- Please check all the pre-filled information and make changes where required.
CMH Bala Vihar Alumni Registry Request
Were you a Bala Vihar student at Chinmaya Mission Houston? We’d love to reconnect with you!
We’re updating our CMH Bala Vihar Alumni Database to stay in touch and keep you informed about upcoming alumni events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to stay connected with the mission.
If you’re a CMH Bala Vihar alumnus, please take a moment to fill out this quick form:
https://chykhouston.wufoo.com/
Let’s continue to grow together on the spiritual path and strengthen our CMH family!
Bala Vihar Open Registration Aug. 10 & Aug. 17
An on-site Bala Vihar Open Registration at CMH is scheduled on Sundays, August 10th & 17th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please note that registration for some grades may not be available due to capacity limitations.
Summer Satsanga Events with Vivekji (Chinmaya Mission Niagara)
We are excited to welcome Sri Vivekji from Chinmaya Mission Niagara for a week of spiritual learning and inspiration this summer at CMH!
Please Watch this special personal video message from Vivek ji to our members regarding our Summer Satsanga Events: https://youtu.be/bBlrJfqD-Xk
JCHYK Day Camp for current 8th to 12th grade students –
- Dates: Monday, June 23 – Friday, June 27
- Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Topic: Loving What You Do — based on Sri Ramana Maharshi’s Upadesa Sara (Verses 1–10)
- Late Registration Rate: $150 per participant
- Late Registration Deadline: June 16th, 2025
- Registration and Info: https://chinmayahouston.org/
jchyk2025/
Evening Satsanga for Adults & CHYKs
- Dates: Monday, June 23 – Thursday, June 26
- Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Topic: From Confusion to Confidence — based on Sri Narada Bhakti Sutras (Verses 46–50)
- More information: https://chinmayahouston.org/
vivekjisatsang2025/
Email questions to: cmhstudentcouncil@gmail.com
Chinmaya Mission West
National Junior CHYK Retreat for High School Jul. 01 – Jul. 05
Get ready for an unforgettable spiritual adventure at Chinmaya Mangalam, our beautiful 143-acre ashram retreat center in Barry, Texas!
The National Junior CHYK Retreat (NJCR) is designed for teens and recent high school graduates who are seeking meaningful connections, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of themselves. Through creative workshops, inspiring classes, bonding activities, and team-building challenges, participants will gain tools to navigate both high school and the transition to college with confidence and clarity.
Highlights Include:
- Inspiring satsangs and workshops on stress, fear, and self-growth
- Sports, talent show, and creative team-building
- Connection with like-minded teens from across the country
Retreat Theme: UNSHAKEABLE – It’s not BORN. It’s BUILT.
Who can Attend: Grades 8–12 (graduating between 2025 and 2029), including 2025 graduates and incoming high school freshmen.
Retreat Dates: 4:00 PM Tuesday, July 1 to 12:00 PM Saturday, July 5, 2025
Venue: Chinmaya Mangalam in Barry, TX
Cost: $250 (Room and Board included)
Transportation: We are organizing an optional carpool for our members.
Please fill out the interest form to receive camp information, updates and official registration form:
https://chykhouston.wufoo.com/
Note: Filling out the interest form does not commit you to registration. It simply ensures you stay informed when registration becomes available
Are you a parent that is also interested in volunteering as a kitchen sevak at the camp or help with carpooling? Please email us below with your interest. We are also looking for a physician or anyone of medical background interested in volunteering.
Email questions to cmhstudentcouncil@gmail.com