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Exploring Chinatown: A Cultural and Linguistic Journey through Los Angeles ‘Historic Heart’
On March 8th, 2025, CLTA-SC organized a cultural tour of Chinatown for over 30 teachers. The journey began at Union Station, where three guides greeted the group and shared fascinating historical insights about the station’s significance. Teachers learned about Union Station’s past as a symbol of power and influence for the Chinese community in Los Angeles.
The tour led the group into Chinatown, where they experienced its vibrant culture, including stunning designs by a Chinese-American architect and iconic imagery of Bruce Lee. The teachers also had the chance to visit a pet festival, offering a fun and unique cultural experience.
After a hearty lunch, the teachers explored local landmarks and visited the famous Phoenix Bakery, creating sweet memories of the day. This event marked the beginning of a series of projects aimed at enhancing the professional growth of CLTA-SC members, intending to prepare them to lead future student tours. This inspiring journey took place on International Women’s Day, reminding everyone of the power of community and education.
Exploring the Chinese Garden as a Teaching Tool: USC U.S.-China Institute’s K-12 Workshop at The Huntington
On Sunday, February 9, 2025, the Chinese Language Teachers Association of Southern California (CLTA-SC) partnered with the USC U.S.-China Institute, the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia, and with support from the Freeman Foundation to offer a productive professional development workshop for local educators, focusing on incorporating Chinese garden culture into K-12 education.
We would like to extend our special thanks to the Chinese language team from our member school, Polytechnic School, for their collective support and assistance in making this event a success. Their involvement played a key role in providing valuable teaching resources and sharing experiences with local Chinese language educators.
The workshop was led by Kristin Brisbois and the main speakers at the event included He Bin, a Chinese Language and Interdisciplinary Studies and Independent Research (ISIR) educator at Harvard-Westlake School, President of the Chinese Language Teachers Association of Southern California, and Lois Chung, the founder of the Upper School Mandarin Program at Polytechnic School. They delivered insightful presentations on Chinese garden culture and teaching strategies, offering inspiration and valuable educational insights to the attending teachers.
This collaboration underscores the Chinese Langauge Teachers’ Association of Southern California’s commitment to working with local schools and communities to enhance the quality and impact of Chinese language education.
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