时光荏苒，我们迎来了新的一年，恭祝各位学生及家长新年进步、身体健康、万事如意！
2024-2025学年第二学期将于2025年1月11日开始，以下是1月家长通讯重要内容，敬请垂注。
新年假期
学校办公室将于2024年12月22日开始休假，直至2025年1月6日（星期一）。2025年1月7日（星期二）将恢复正常办公。期待2025年1月11日（星期六）上课日见面！
第一学期成绩单
我校将于2025年1月18日或之前通过电子邮件发送第一学期学生成绩单。如果您在19日还没有收到学生成绩单，请发邮件至 thechineseacademy@gmail.com 或致电403-777-7663。如需纸质版，家长可以到学校办公室要求打印成绩单。
教育信息会 ——1月11日
我校10月初进行了教育信息会，整个讲座气氛热烈，参会家长纷纷表示受益匪浅。应广大家长的要求，我们将于2025年1月11日再进行一次教育信息会。
会议包括以下感兴趣的主题：
- 卡城教育系统
- CBE不同课程及各种援助
- 我校中文课程（适合3岁至成人）
- 学习第二语言的好处及家长的重要角色
- 提问及解答环节
此信息会对所有人开放，诚邀您和您的亲朋好友一起来参加！信息会将由我校梁校长及齐副校长以英语、普通话及粤语进行。
扫瞄随附海报的二维码即可报名：
日期：2025 年 1 月 11 日
时间：下午 1:30 – 2:30
地点：John G. Diefenbaker High School #218 室（二楼）
IB中文课程校内评估
2024年IB 口语考试将于1月25日、2月1日、2月8日此三个星期六进行。考试地点在Sir John A. Macdonald School（SJAM）#26号教室和28号教室。请在SJAM一楼上课的其他年级的学生不要到考试课室附近小息，为 12年级IB学生创设一个良好的考试环境。预祝考试成功！
2024-2025学年第二学期新学生注册
本学年第二学期中文班仍可接受报名，学费为 $230。高中部学生注册请联系办公室了解详情。
网上注册：
亲临维德广场办公室注册：星期二至星期四9:30 am – 5 pm，星期五9:30am – 12:30pm
KidSport 助学金
我校鼓励和帮助经济困难家庭的孩子享受体育运动。有需要的家庭可向办公室递交有效的收入文件申请 KidSport 助学金。
2025-2026 学年早注册优惠
2025-2026学年中文课程早注册将于2月1日开始！早注册可享受$60 折扣，优惠价为$390，此费用包括全学年学费及书簿费。
欢迎您与亲朋好友分享我校的注册信息。任何推荐每位新学生到我们学校的人士将获得一张$10礼品卡以作酬谢。此礼品卡可于2025年10月领取。
在学校即将计划订购教学材料、聘请老师、设置课程和安排教室时，尽早为您的孩子注册将对我校有极大帮助。感谢您的理解与支持！
第二期兴趣班现正招生
亲子中文唱游班
本课程为父母和幼儿提供一个绝佳的机会，体验生动、有趣的音乐和故事。该课程旨在帮助孩子们通过粤语和普通话的中文歌曲和故事探索中文语言和文化。这不仅是向孩子介绍中文语言之美的好方法，也是激发他们想像力和学习兴趣的有效方式。
养生之道——从中医角度谈养生
此课程通过深入浅出，通俗易懂的方式传授关键针灸穴位、常见草药疗法以及了解人与大自然之间的关系。课程还涵盖四季养生、八段锦等传统锻炼方法及职业健康知识。请立即报名，让我们一起探索中医的深远益处并促进您的健康！
羽你同行——羽毛球开放时间
您是否想以有趣且充满活力的方式度过周六空闲时间？快来加入我校羽毛球开放时段吧！无论您是初学还是经验丰富，都可强身健体、提升球技。这是结交朋友并体验运动乐趣的理想选择！立即报名吧！
详情请参阅【附件】海报。
礼品卡奖励
您推荐了新学生报读亚省中文学校吗？
您的孩子是否同时报名了兴趣班课程和中文课程？
如果是，您可以领取一张$10的礼品卡！请星期六上课日到 John G. Diefenbaker高中 #121校务处领取，或星期二至星期四到中央街维德广场办公室领取。
Wishing you and your families a Very Happy New Year!
The 2024-2025 second semester will begin on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Please kindly read this January parent newsletter carefully, as it contains important reminders and information.
New Year Holidays
The office will be is on holiday break from ____ until Monday, January 6, 2025. We will be back to normal operating hours on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. We look forward to seeing everyone back after the holiday break on Saturday, January 11, 2025!
First Semester Report Cards
The Chinese Academy will distribute the first semester report cards via email by January 18, 2025. If you have not received the student’s report card by January 18, 2025, please email thechineseacademy@gmail.com. If you require a hard copy of the report card, please visit our office to request one.
Education Information Session – January 11, 2025
Due to popular demand following our first Education Information Session, we are now offering a second one on Saturday, January 11, 2025! This is also your chance to participate if you missed the previous one.
This session will include the following topics:
- The education system in Calgary
- Various programs and support at CBE
- Our Chinese programs for ages 3 to adults
- Benefits of learning a second language and parent’s role
- Q & A session
The Information Session is open to all . We encourage you to bring a friend along — everyone is welcome! The session will be presented by Principal Liang and Assistant Principal Qi in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Scan the QR code in the attached poster to sign up today!
Date: January 11, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Room 218, John G. Diefenbaker High School
IB Oral Internal Assessment
IB Oral Internal Assessment will begin on Saturday, January 25, 2025 until Saturday, February 8, 2025 for three Saturdays. The exam will be held in Sir John A. Macdonald School Room 26 and Room 28. We kindly ask students to help maintain a quiet and respectful environment during the assessments. Wish all IB students the best of luck in their exams!
2024-2025 Second Semester Registration for NEW students
Registration for the second semester is now open! Please encourage your friends and relatives to register for the 2024-2025 second semester Chinese course.
Kindly note that if you have already registered for the 2024-2025 school year, no further registration is required.
Registration Options
- Chinese classes online registration – Click Here
- Option classes online registration – Click Here
- In-person registration at the Centre Street office: Tuesday – Thursday 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
The Chinese Academy would like to encourage and assist children’s families with financial needs to enjoy sports. Please see the poster attached for more details on the KidSport Financial Bursary.
2025-2026 Early Bird Registration
The 2025-2026 Early Bird Registration begins on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The early bird registration price is $390. This is a $60 discount. The tuition fee is for the full school year and includes the textbook fee.
The Chinese Academy would like to remind parents that registering early is very important to our school’s planning. We really appreciate your help with our school preparation.
Parents are welcome to share the registration information of our school with your relatives and friends. Referees will receive a $10 gift card for every new student referral. This gift card will be available for pick up in October 2025.
NEW Option Classes Available!
Chinese Music and Storytime for Parents and Toddlers
This new class is a fantastic opportunity for parents and toddlers to engage in a lively, interactive music and storytelling experience. The program is tailored to help children explore the Chinese language and culture through songs and stories in Cantonese and Mandarin. It is not only a great way to introduce your child to the beauty of these languages, but also a fun way to stimulate their imagination and learning! This class will teach new topics and songs from the previous class held in the first semester.
Please see the poster attached for details.
Wellness & Health through the Chinese Traditional Medicinae
This class offers an exceptional opportunity for adults to delve into the world of traditional Chinese medicine and wellness! Participants will learn about key acupuncture points, common herbal remedies, and the connection between humans and nature. The curriculum also covers seasonal wellness, traditional Chinese exercises like Ba Duan Jin, and occupational health and safety. Enroll now to explore the profound benefits of traditional Chinese medicine and enhance your well-being. This class will teach new topics from the previous class held in the first semester.
Please see the poster attached for details.
Badminton Open Court Time
Looking for a fun and active way to spend your free time? Join us for open court badminton! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, our courts are available for you to enjoy casual games, practice your skills, or challenge friends. With a welcoming atmosphere, it is the perfect opportunity to stay active, meet new people, and enjoy the fast-paced excitement of badminton. Grab your racket and shuttlecock, and let the game begin!
Register today to reserve your spot.
Please see the poster attached for details.
Referral Gift Cards & Option Class Promotion
Did you refer a new student to The Chinese Academy?
Is your child enrolled in both an option class and a Chinese language class?
If so, you can claim a $10 gift card! Visit our Diefenbaker office on Saturdays or at our main office on Centre Street from Tuesday to Thursday.
