மேரிலாண்ட் தமிழ்க் கல்விக்கழகத்திற்கு வரவேற்கிறோம்!

WELCOME TO MARYLAND TAMIL ACADEMY!

எங்கள் வாழ்வும் எங்கள் வளமும்
மங்காத தமிழென்று சங்கே முழங்கு!
– பாவேந்தர் பாரதிதாசன்

The Tamil language is a valuable asset for everyone who speaks Tamil and it defines our unique cultural identity around the globe.

Maryland Tamil Academy (Volunteer-based, non-profit (501-(c)(3) Organization for Tamil Education) is dedicated to teaching the Tamil language to children in Maryland, USA.  Volunteer-run, the school is based in Maryland serving Montgomery County.

The school’s primary activities revolve around our weekly classes, which are held every Friday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Links to school location & school calendar

2024 பள்ளி ஆண்டு விழா & பட்டமளிப்பு விழா / 2024 Annual Day & Graduation Ceremony:

We are pleased to remind you of the forthcoming Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony for the academic year 2023-24, which will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Kingsview Middle School in Germantown. The board and volunteers of the Maryland Tamil Academy are diligently preparing to ensure this event is a resounding success and a memorable occasion for all.
The event will encompass a series of activities from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET, including:
  • An appreciation segment for our esteemed teachers
  • The distribution of awards to the Art and Literary event winners
  • A ceremony to honor the graduates of the Maryland Tamil Academy for the academic year 2022-2023.
  • Recognition of MCPS High School students who have attained the seal of Bi-Literacy.
  • An array of cultural performances by students and parents of the Maryland Tamil Academy
Regarding refreshments and dining arrangements:
  • Complimentary South Indian snacks and hot beverages will be provided at no cost during the event, approximately between 3 PM and 4:30 PM on a first come first serve basis. Kids younger than 12 years need to be accompanied by parents for snacks.
  • A pre-ordered “To-go” boxed dinner will be available on a cost-sharing basis, featuring a selection of adult vegetarian, adult non-vegetarian, and children’s special vegetarian and non-vegetarian menus. Details regarding the menu and pre-order form will be forthcoming.
In our continued commitment to environmental sustainability, we will promote the “Go Green” initiative by reducing plastic water bottle usage. Purified drinking water will be accessible to students and parents via water stations set up by the Maryland Tamil Academy, and biodegradable paper cups will be provided. We encourage attendees to bring their water bottles for refills.

For cultural event participation:
  • We are currently accepting registrations from Maryland Tamil Academy students and parents. Please utilize the provided form to complete your registration for the cultural events. Kindly note that availability is limited, and registration will close once all slots are filled for each category.
  • For registration and additional details, please visit the following link:
    https://forms.gle/Pt4YNDz6vK8qQ8GX8
What’s New This Year:
  • We are excited to introduce a Kolam competition for parents. This event starts at 11 AM.
  • The “MTAவின் நீயா நானா” event is open for both parents and students.
  • Snacks for all the members and festive dinner menu.

வாருங்கள், நம் மாணவர்கள், ஆசிரியர்கள் மற்றும் தன்னார்வலர்களைக் கொண்டாடுவோம்! 

Let us join together to celebrate yet another successful year of Tamil Learning!

2024 தமிழ்க் கலை, விளையாட்டு மற்றும் இலக்கியப் போட்டிகளின் முடிவுகள்

போட்டி முடிவுகளைக் காண, கீழே சொடுக்கவும். Click below to see the results of the competitions.

முடிவுகள்/Results

கீழ்கண்ட போட்டிகளின் முடிவுகள் விரைவில் அறிவிக்கப்படும் (The results for the following competions will be annouced once available):

  • ஓவியப் போட்டி /Drawing Competition
  • பாண்டி/Pandi
  • தமிழ் எழுத்துப் போட்டி / Tamil Writing

Seal of Biliteracy for Tamil in the State of Maryland


Click on the above icon to learn more about the Seal of Biliteracy for Tamil in the State of Maryland

Congratulations to MTA Students for achieving the Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil

Academic Year: 2022-23

Congratulations to the following MTA Graduates for achieving a Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil during the school year 2022-23.

  • Ms. Nithilah S Ayyappan – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Poolesville High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Ms. Mahita Kamalahasan – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Poolesville High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Ms. Swetha Sridharan – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Poolesville High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Ms. Aishwarya Ponraj – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Northwest High School (Montgomery County Public School System)

Thanks for the determination of our students, dedication from the teachers, and support from the parents. Kudos to all of them!

Academic Year: 2021-22

Congratulations to the following MTA Graduates for achieving a Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil during the school year 2021-2022.

  • Mr. Srivatsaan Kalpana Sreenivasan – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Clarksburg High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Ms. Subhashree Susindran – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Governor Thompson High School (Frederick County Public School System)
  • Mr. Lokesh Sankar Ramesh – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Clarksburg High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Ms. Neha Chandra – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Poolesville High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Ms. Samyuktha Jayakumar – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Walter Johnson High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Mr. Joshua Daniel Manuel – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Virginia, Chantilly High School (Fairfax County Public School System)

Thanks for the determination of our students, dedication from the teachers, and support from the parents. Kudos to all of them!

Academic Year: 2020-21

Congratulations to the following MTA Graduates for achieving a Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil during the school year 2020-2021.

  • Ms. Darshini Babuganesh – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Poolesville High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Ms. Sheena Anishraj – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Virginia, McLean High School (Fairfax County Public School System)

Thanks for the determination of our students, dedication from the teachers, and support from the parents. Kudos to all of them!

Academic Year: 2019-20

Congratulations to the following MTA Graduates for achieving a Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil during the school year 2019-2020.

  • Mr. Agathiya Tharun – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Clarksburg High School (Montgomery County Public School System)
  • Ms. Lalitha Kasi – Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, Clarksburg High School (Montgomery County Public School System)

Thanks for the determination of our students, dedication from the teachers, and support from the parents. Kudos to all of them!

Academic Year: 2017-18

Congratulations to Mr. Harish Kumar for achieving the Seal of Bi-literacy for Tamil in the State of Maryland, NorthWest High School (Montgomery County Public School System).

MTA Students get a discount ($20 Web Proctoring Fee) while registering for the OPI Test. Please see the below attachments for details.

Registration Instructions – Ordering a Language Assessment Test – OPI

MTA wants to hear from you!

MTA would like to hear any suggestions or issues you may have about our school. Please provide your valuable feedback to us by sending an email to board@marylandtamilacademy.org.