Refuge

• 236EVisiting Holy Sites

  Identify and locate major Buddhist pilgrimage sites while analyzing their historical and symbolic significance, evaluate the practices and attitudes that constitute authentic pilgrimage versus religious tourism, and demonstrate culturally appropriate conduct that honors the sacred nature of Buddhist temples and holy places.
• 225EHomage and Praise as Practice

  Actively pay homage and express gratitude to those who have taught, guided, and transmitted wisdom—showing appreciation for those who bring us closer to the truth.
• 205EApproaches to Refuge in the Three Yanas

  Analyze the distinctive approaches to taking refuge across the three Buddhist vehicles, evaluate how different motivations (personal liberation, universal awakening, rapid transformation) shape refuge practices, and synthesize understanding of how the three jewels function as sources of protection across diverse Buddhist traditions.
• 305ESangha

  Evaluate the impact of one’s social connections; identify the qualities and virtues that make a good friend; implement boundaries with non-virtuous influences; and analyze the definition and importance of sangha in Buddhism.
• 305DSangha

  Compare how different Buddhist traditions understand sangha’s protective function against contemporary peer pressure and social media influences; investigate cross-cultural examples of communities that protect members’ values and wellbeing; and evaluate how traditional protective community functions translate to modern social environments.
• 305CSangha

  Evaluate personal social connections by analyzing how different friend groups influence their choices and values; practice mutual support strategies through study partnerships and peer mentoring activities; and implement specific ways to be helpful companions who encourage each other’s learning and ethical development.
• 305BSangha

  Analyze stories about loyal friendship and community support, including age-appropriate Buddhist tales about sangha; compare different story characters who represent positive versus negative influences; and create their own stories about friends who help each other make good choices and learn new things.
• 305Sangha

  Practice being a good friend by sharing, helping classmates, and participating in circle time activities that demonstrate caring; identify people who help them learn and feel safe; and demonstrate friendship skills through role-playing scenarios that show how friends support each other.
• 234ABuddha, Dharma, and Sangha

  Identify the three jewels using multiple senses and intelligence pathways; create simple artistic representations (drawing, movement, or songs) that show the Buddha, dharma, and sangha; and explain their creations to others.