MLCCC 2017-03-03 Newsletter
Dear Parents,
The car of a visitor to our school last Sunday was damaged while it was parked in the parking area at GVHS. This is the first time an incident like this has happened and we hope it is the last. We also hope the damage was not caused by someone in our community as many groups come to GVHS. Thank you to our visitor Ms. Barrett for trying to handle this gracefully. We hope everyone’s possessions are safe and sound going forward.
"On Sunday February 26th there was an accident in the parking area along the baseball field at Great Valley High School. A beige car parked next to a black SUV approx 2:40 pm. At approximately 3:30 or so several passengers entered the black SUV and proceeded to pull out of the spot and hit the beige car on the driver side back door, back side panel and wheel well. Black paint was left on the car with multiple large scrapes and dents. The school has the videotape of the events and for the car owner to pursue this matter it will be turned over to the police. This action will result in a criminal charge of "hit and run, and leaving the scene of an accident." The owner of the beige car is open to working with the hitter to resolve the matter without the police involvement. If you are the involved party, please contact her privately at 484-716-0659 to resolve this issue. Thank you. "
Mary S. Barrett
The American Consortium For Education
www.the-ace.net
mary@the-ace.net
484-716-0659
Synopsis:
- 识字比赛 Character Recognition Contest Next Two Sundays
- MLCCC’s Summer SAT Prep at Wayne Camp - Registration Begins
- MLCCC Summer Camp Registration Continues - Save $50 if Deposit by 4/3
- School Store Opens This Sunday
- MLCCC Exercise Club Meets This Sunday 1pm-2pm in Room 166
- MLCCC Photography Workshop This Sunday 2pm-3pm in Room 166
- Parent on Duty
Details:
- 识字比赛 Character Recognition Contest Next Two Sundays
Our Annual Chinese Character Recognition Contest will be held on the next two Sundays, 3/12 for CHL 1st to 3rd grades and 3/19 for CHL 4th grade and above, and all CSL Levels.
For students who wish to participate in this contest, please register online at
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1kNGrcF7VlmSyxWJxvinkS0w01zj8XDILflTx7qDvVrM
It is a good opportunity and makes for a good reason for the students to review the textbook vocabulary s/he has already learned. A reward will be presented to top performers at the End of School Year assembly in May. Each participant will receive $2 school dollars.
The contest rules are as follow:
The review word list is attached and will be on our website by this weekend.
For CHL classes Grade 1, students are given 100 words (all from 1st grade textbook) to study. They will be tested all 100 words;
For CHL classes Grade 2, students are given 250 words (100 words from 1st grade textbook and 150 from 2nd grade textbook) to study. They will be tested 50 from 1st grade, and 100 from 2nd grade;
For CHL classes Grades 3 to 8, students are given 300 words (150 words from their own grade and 150 words from their previous grade) to study. They will be tested 150 words, 100 of them from their own grade level, 50 each from their previous grade level;
For CHL classes Grade 9 to 10, students are given 300 words (all of them are from their own grade) to study. They will be tested 150 words.
For CHL students, they must read out the words instantly and accurately. Students who are able to correctly read 95% and above will be the winners.
For CSL classes, each participant will be randomly given 100 words from the review list. (The level I students will be tested 73 words.) Participants must read out the words in Chinese and translate into English instantly and accurately. Students who are able to correctly read and translate 85% and above will be the winners.
- MLCCC’s Summer SAT Prep at Wayne Camp - Registration Begins
5 days a week; 9AM – 12PM is Math, 1PM – 4PM is Verbal
$625/week for both Math and Verbal (Morning and Afternoon)
$340/week for Math Only or Verbal Only
$250 for 2 days of Essay Writing
10% off if register by 4/15/17
Additional 5% discount per person for groups of 4 or more
Location: Our Wayne Camp at 45 Walker Road, Wayne, 19087
Dates: (Can enroll for multiple weeks, content differs amongst weeks)
6/19 – 6/23 (M-F) Math, or Verbal, or Both
6/26 – 6/30 (M-F) Math, or Verbal, or Both
7/6 – 7/7 (Th, F) Essay Writing 9AM-4PM
7/17 – 7/21 (M-F) Math, or Verbal, or Both
7/24 – 7/28 (M-F) Math, or Verbal, or Both
7/31 – 8/4 (M-F) Math, or Verbal, or Both
8/21 – 8/22 (M, T) Essay Writing 9AM-4PM
Teacher: Our Weekend School SAT Prep teacher Mr. Tom Le. Below is a summary of the summer SAT program from Mr. Le.
Fact vs. Fiction: When it comes to SAT Prep, there is a widely-held perception that established SAT prep programs have a “secret recipe” that helps you prepare for this important standardized test. This is just marketing. There is no substitute for material that is directly from the College Board, the organization that produces and runs the SAT testing. As a testament to this belief, my own progeny will not be taking any of these test prep factories, and instead is only taking MLCCC SAT Prep.
Who Should Take This Course: The purpose of this course is to help students pinpoint and focus on their own areas of development. To help guide students so that they can minimize prep time, ensure completeness of testing strategies that work for them, and to develop areas that are unfamiliar to them. As in the SAT Prep during the current school year, the emphasis remains on metacognition in order to eliminate mistakes. Class sizes will be limited to be more impactful.
Results Oriented: During the school year, our SAT Prep students have taken two diagnostic tests [1600 is the highest score]. After about 17 hours of class time, a few students increased their score by over 100 points. The class average score after the 2nd test was over 1300 points, well above the national average, and further highlighting how impressive the improvement in score truly is as it gets much harder to improve as the scores get higher (it approaches asymptotically to 1600).
Registration form is attached and will be at the Admin Desk as well.
- MLCCC Summer Camp Registration Continues - Save $50 if Deposit by 4/3
Wayne Chinese Camp: 9 weeks, 6/19/17 – 8/18/17
Location: The Church of Christ at Valley Forge, 45 Walker Road, Wayne, PA 19087
Time: Full day 8am-6pm; 3/4 day 8am-3pm; half day 8am-1pm;
Registration form is attached and at link below
http://www.mlccc.org/Documents/Programs/Camp/Registration/RegFormWayne.pdf
English Writing, Math, Fencing Camp details:
- 2-week camp from 8/7 - 8/18, 3 hours of learning each half day for up to 6 hours per day
English Writing - rising 3rd-4th graders in morning, rising 5th-6th graders in afternoon:
We will work on: vocabulary building, grammar, reading analysis, writing analysis, essay types such as narration, description and persuasion, and creative writing. Each student will "graduate" with a portfolio of five to ten written pieces, in addition to various class work assignments.
Math - rising 3rd-4th graders in afternoon, rising 5th-6th graders in morning:
The classes will be geared towards the math aptitude of the group so that each class will have a tailored program with topics that are age appropriate. Both classes will build problem-solving skills and strategies to solve real-world problems. Examples of possible topics are - arithmetic, graphs, fractions, geometry for younger class; negative numbers, decimals, ratios, rates, percents, basic algebra, basic statistics for the older class. Brainteasers, games, and competitions will also add to the fun and creativity of the class.
Fencing - for ages 7-14; beginners in morning, intermediates in afternoon; intermediate = passed foil test; equipment provided by camp:
The class emphasizes having fun while practicing discipline, acquiring strength and improving gross motor skills. This program uses a variety of games that promote strength, coordination, and tactical understanding. Beginner class covers foot technique, proper use and handling of the foil (foil is one type of sword), and includes mock bouts. Intermediate class hones the techniques and skills further, into competitive style fencing and allows the fencer to test his/her limits.
Classrooms are inside Wayne Camp so students can choose to take a combination of any two (or just one) of the 4 subjects: Chinese, Writing, Math, Fencing. The Combo registration form is attached and at link below http://www.mlccc.org/Documents/Programs/Camp/Registration/RegFormWayneCombo.pdf
Discounts:
$50 registration fee waived if submit deposit by April 3
10% Weekend School or sibling discount
5% return camper discount
7% whole summer discount
$25 referral bonus (get $25 for each camper you refer to our camp. You don’t have to attend the camp to receive the bonus. Please help us spread the word. :))
- School Store Opens This Sunday
Shop in spring with school dollars! Pool your scattered school dollars. Come to shop stationery, toys as well as snacks and drinks!
Store managers on duty: Bridget Xu, Vincent Yao, Phoebe Zhou, Jefferson Wang
- MLCCC Exercise Club Meets This Sunday 1pm-2pm in Room 166
Do you wish that you exercised more? Do you want a more toned body? Well turn that wish into reality and join the exercise club started by our parent Ms. Lydia. The exercise club will meet every Sunday, including this Sunday, in Room 166 for aerobic exercises! Everyone is welcome, regardless of gender, skill level, and language. Come and check it out. Be sure to wear sneakers and exercise clothes, and bring a large bottle of water. You will spend a relaxed and joyful afternoon with your club mates!
New this week: Rumba Dance to the "The Best Ethnic Theme"
明朗中文学校健身俱乐部
你知道郑海燕吗? 你知道郑海燕的系列健身操吗? 你想要郑海燕的身材吗?
我们有答案了。在我们的家长LYDIA倡导下，明朗中文学校正式开启了明朗健身房俱乐部。
每周定期在166教室活动。和LYDIA一起，或者自行操练，按照郑海燕系列健身操锻炼身体。
我们现在已经有一个微信群微信群的名字［明朗健身房 ］，请大家踊跃参加。
年龄不限，性别不限，水平不限，随到随练，欢迎大家光临。
只要你带上一双心爱的运动鞋和一套漂亮的健身衣裤，再带上一大瓶水，保证你会和同伴们过一个轻松愉快的下午。
本周新项目：伦巴健身操
1PM, RM166, 不见不散！
- MLCCC Photography Workshop This Sunday 2pm-3pm in Room 166
明朗中文学校摄影讲座
在家长李路和 Bill Zhang 的共同努力下的，明朗中文学校［影视俱乐部］不定期活动正式开启。欢迎加入他们一起学习， 探讨影视世界的乐趣。相信你们会在我们学校的各种各样的社区活动中发现取之不尽的题材。
明朗影视群本周的活动内容包括：聚焦，白平衡 Q&A (25min)。
Workshop本周论题：＂怎样拍摄清晰的照片?＂（15min).
主讲： BILL ZHANG
2PM, RM166, 不见不散！
Under the efforts and direction of our parents Mr. Lu Li and Mr. Bill Zhang, the MLCCC Photo & Video Club is born! They will host a workshop this Sunday, primarily in Chinese, in Room 166 at 2pm, to continue teaching photography.
- Parent on Duty
Yujie Liu (Thank you!)
Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday!
Best Regards,
Li, Xia - Principal
Julia Chou - Director of Operations and Communications
Qunbin Xiong - Vice Principal
Sherry Wang - PTO President
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