We are back IN-PERSON today at Schoolcraft College! After going virtual for Session 14 and taking a break for MLK Day, it's nice to be back at the school with all of the students and faculty bustling around. There was a lot of snow this morning, so make sure to stay warm and stay safe on the roads. I encourage kids to bundle up and have some fun in the snow! It might not be there for long!
1. Lunar New Year Video *ASAP
Dear New Century Parents, Teachers and Students,
Due to the state of the pandemic, New Century Chinese School has decided to make a video of the Spring Festival Gala to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
(1) Each class can design, record and submit programs related to Chinese learning with Chinese characteristics. There is no time limit for the recording.
(2) In addition to the programs submitted by each class, the school will specifically collect videos of blessings and New Year greetings from all students and families.
BLESSING VIDEO DETAILS:
2. Shawn Zhang, New MNCCS Board Member
At a recent school board meeting in January 2022, Shawn Zhang (张向岗) was elected a school board member. Shawn has served as the key coaching staff for the MNCCS Academic Games Team for years. He has also been the Director of the math program for NCCAE, MNCCS' sister organization. We are truly grateful to have Shawn join the board to help grow both MNCCS and NCCAE as sustainable and community-oriented organizations.
The Board of Directors consists of 7 Directors, each with a two-year term, without term limits. The Board of Directors are non-paid volunteers.
- MNCCS Board of Directors
3. Detroit to China Pre-Departure Testing Lecture
Here is a replay of a lecture on the evening of January 6:
Zhang Junpeng, Head of the Overseas Chinese Affairs Team of the Chinese Consulate General in Chicago, introduced the specific arrangements for pre-departure testing for those departing from Detroit to China.
1月6号晚上的讲座回放:
驻芝加哥总领馆侨务组长张军鹏介绍自底特律离境赴华人员行前检测具体安排
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4. Amazon Smile
Right now, Amazon is the number 1 online shopping site. Next time you use Amazon, check out Amazon Smile where you can donate to MNCCS just by shopping normally! Use MNCCS' Amazon Smile next time you shop to show your support for our community!
MNCCS' Amazon Smile Link

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That is the news for this week!
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