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The Pursuit: Completing the Circle of Education

We understand the deep commitment parents have to securing a truly holistic education for their children. In the modern pursuit of academic excellence and global competence, many schools deliver on competitive subjects, yet often leave a vital element missing: the profound, time-tested intellectual heritage of India's ancient knowledge systems.

This is the vast, structured knowledge cultivated by our Rishis—a comprehensive vision that pioneered entire systems like Ganitam (Indian Mathematics), Ayurveda, and systematic linguistic clarity. We recognized that to provide a complete education, we needed to bridge this gap.

Our school was established on the conviction that blending rigorous modern academics (like TEKS) with the foundational, intellectual rigor of Indian knowledge is essential.

The Missing Piece

Our Mission

To restore that missing piece.

By embracing the systematic clarity and intellectual power of our heritage, we ensure your child receives an education that not only equips them to thrive globally but also roots them deeply in structural logic, mental balance, and a commanding grasp of fundamental principles.

This isn't just education; it's the conscious act of providing the most complete and balanced preparation for a joyful and successful life.

Organizations Supporting Tatva

Head of School

Thulasi Chandana Purohitham

Head of School

Thulasi Purohitham, founder of Tatva Academy, is a dedicated mother and wife, with her son also studying at Tatva, reflecting her deep personal investment in the school’s community. Before moving to Austin, she successfully managed and operated a school in Dallas, bringing with her valuable experience in educational administration and nurturing learning environments. Transitioning from a successful career in software engineering to follow her true calling, Thulasi established Tatva as a space where education extends beyond academics, fostering curiosity, confidence, and a meaningful connection to one’s inner self. Her unique perspective as both parent and educator, combined with her visionary leadership, makes her a trusted and inspiring pillar of the Tatva family, committed to creating a joyful, value-driven, and transformative learn

Board of Directors

Shriman Adinarayanan

(Founder of Anaadi Foundation)

Shriman Adinarayanan

(Founder of Anaadi Foundation)

Shriman Adinarayanan is an alumnus of NCSU (North Carolina State University) and a seasoned professional in the field of cybersecurity. He later dedicated his expertise to spiritual and educational service.

Matrushree Anantalakshmi (Maa)

(Co-Founder of Anaadi Foundation)

Matrushree Anantalakshmi (Maa)

(Co-Founder of Anaadi Foundation)

Matrushree Anantalakshmi (Maa), a national expert in Indian Knowledge Systems, is an author and educator who teaches regularly at IIT Delhi. With a background in Cognitive Science and EdTech, and prior faculty experience at Amrita University, she blends tradition with modern pedagogy. Her deep commitment to education and research continues to inspire students and teachers alike.

Arun Kumar Akkineni

(Founder of Knowledge Systems Foundation)

Arun Kumar Akkineni

(Founder of Knowledge Systems Foundation)

Arun is the founder of Knowledge Systems Foundation, a non-profit focused on education and building community awareness on Indic Humanities. He brings expertise in Education and AI, and has worked for leading private and government institutions. Arun has multiple degrees in Engineering and Business from UT Austin and Georgetown University.

Dinesh Rajasekharan

(Advisor)

Dinesh Rajasekharan

(Advisor)

Dinesh Rajasekharan is a technologist and educator with multiple U.S. patents in cybersecurity and developer experience. He advises organizations on secure systems design, founded an Indic–STEM school, and applies Advaita Vedanta through a rigorous, interdisciplinary lens integrating cognitive science, systems thinking, and education.

Srini Raghavan

(Advisor)

Srini Raghavan

(Advisor)

Srini Raghavan is an interdisciplinary leader bridging engineering, entrepreneurship, and the arts. An engineer with a Master’s in Sanskrit Studies, his work spans computer science, neuroscience startups, theatre and filmmaking, alongside board leadership and contributions to education, civic institutions, and cultural preservation.

Thulasi Chandana

(Teacher & Founder of Tatva Academy)

Thulasi Chandana

(Teacher & Founder of Tatva Academy)

Thulsi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and has over five years of experience as a software engineer in the United States. She serves as a teacher and founding contributor at Tatva Academy, where she is committed to advancing a structured, values-driven, and holistic educational environment that prepares children for both academic and life success.

Our Team

Preksha

(Kalaripayattu Teacher)

Preksha

(Kalaripayattu Teacher)

A dedicated Kalaripayattu practitioner, performer, and certified trainer with eight years of intensive experience and a formal diploma. Actively engaged in global instruction and authorship, focusing on cultural preservation and presenting Kalaripayattu as a pathway to physical discipline, spirituality, and self-mastery.

Vanaja Chebiyyam

(Ganitam and English Teacher)

Vanaja Chebiyyam

(Ganitam and English Teacher)

Vanaja Chebiyyam is a certified mathematics educator with over a decade of experience in Abacus and Vedic Mathematics. She integrates traditional Indian methods with modern pedagogy to develop focus, analytical thinking, and deep mathematical understanding in students, aligned with Tatva Academy’s holistic educational vision.

Vaishnavi Kumar

(Music Teacher)

Vaishnavi Kumar

(Music Teacher)

A passionate and trained classical vocalist and educator (Carnatic & Hindustani), Vaishnavi holds a degree in Music. She empowers her students through personalized learning, guiding them with patience, discipline, and a deep respect for the art form.

Sowmyasree Sumadhar

(Arts and Nakshatravidya Teacher)

Sowmyasree Sumadhar

(Arts and Nakshatravidya Teacher)

IKS-trained and a certified art teacher, Sowmyasree brings experience in Montessori education, early childhood learning, and art instruction. She has led successful art programs both online and offline, and gained classroom experience in the U.S., fostering curiosity and creativity in young learners.

Navya Sahiti Kasturi

(Business Operations Lead)

Navya Sahiti Kasturi

(Business Operations Lead)

Navya holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and has worked in the aerospace industry. She has completed certifications from Samskrita Bharati and has over five years of experience teaching Sanskrit to students of all age groups. Based in India, she is also involved in the digitization of Sanskrit texts to support access and preservation of traditional knowledge.

Vismita Venugopal Manjeshwar

(Volunteer, Languages Teacher)

Vismita Venugopal Manjeshwar

(Volunteer, Languages Teacher)

Vismita, originally from Bangalore, has a background in finance and banking with seven years of corporate experience. Now based in the US, she volunteers at Tatva, engaging young children through Indian and Texas-based learning, while nurturing her interests in creativity, cooking, and art.

Shivakami

(Bharathanatyam Teacher)

Shivakami

(Bharathanatyam Teacher)

Sivakami Sreenivasan is a professional Bharatanatyam artiste, storyteller, yoga teacher, and arts educator for over 20 years. As Artistic Director of Temple of Fine Arts Texas, she applies Indian classical arts to cultivate awareness, inspire excellence, and instill dharmic values in the next generation through her unique pedagogy.

Tatva Academy

Tatva Academy welcomes all students interested in exploring Arsha Vidya combined with Western approaches. The school provides equal access to all rights, benefits, programs, and activities to every student without regard to race, color, or national and ethnic origin.

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