There were teachers that travelled here from Taipei, Taiwan to join with our local Chinese School's teachers to teach students Kung Fu, Lion Dance, Chinese Yo-Yo, Folk Arts, Chinese Dance, Chinese Calligraphy & Painting, Paper Foldings, Paper Cuttings, Arts & Crafts, Chinese Dough Arts, and more.
Students participated in a 5 day camp, each day from 8 am to 5 pm. Students also participated in a special graduation ceremony on July 2nd to display their works, share their accomplishments, and also performed for the parents, school board members, and guests. Additionally, all students received graduation recognition and a t-shirt provided through the summer program.
Phoenix Chinese Week has received an appreciation award for their partnership with the program along with many other organizations including the city of Peoria, Mayor Bob Barret, Phoenix Sister City Commission, President Carol Seidberg, and others. It will be a successful week of cultural exchange and activities.