Please come visit us at our new site - http://www.beidouxingmn.com//
There will be no more updates here.
Bei Dou Xing, which means Northern or Guiding Star, is the new name for the XinXing Parent Group. Notice that the web address has "mn" after beidouxing.
Thanks!
Jul 31, 2008
Jul 27, 2008
Dance Drama - Women in China - August Showtimes
Dance Drama
Women in China
by
World Renouned Choreographer
Shen Pei Debuts
in the Fringe Festival
Showtimes - Aug. 2 at 7:00pm, Aug. 3 at 10:00pm,
Aug. 7 at 10:00pm, Aug. 8 at 5:30, Aug. 10 at 2:30:00pm
Ritz Theater - Tickets $10
345 ave. NE
Mpls, MN 55413
Tel: 612-623-7660
Fax: 612-623-4523
Women in China
by
World Renouned Choreographer
Shen Pei Debuts
in the Fringe Festival
Showtimes - Aug. 2 at 7:00pm, Aug. 3 at 10:00pm,
Aug. 7 at 10:00pm, Aug. 8 at 5:30, Aug. 10 at 2:30:00pm
Ritz Theater - Tickets $10
345 ave. NE
Mpls, MN 55413
Tel: 612-623-7660
Fax: 612-623-4523
Jul 23, 2008
Summer Olympics Event Schedule
The latest addition on China Insight (a local Chinese-related newspaper) has lots about the Summer Olympics including the schedule of all the events!
Jul 19, 2008
Jul 10, 2008
Upcoming Summer Events
Don't forget to mark your calendar for the upcoming events.
Playground Playdates - July 22(also Q&A for new families) and Aug 19 at 6:30 - Eisenhower’s Playground
Join XinXing families at the playground for a chance to see school friends over the summer and get acquainted with the new kindergartners in an informal setting. This also provides an opportunity for the incoming kindergartners to get comfortable with his/her new school.
Question and Answer Session - July 22 at 6:30 - Eisenhower’s Wetlands Café
During the playground playdate on July 22, there will be a Q&A session. New families will get a chance to discuss Chinese immersion with immersion experts and returning first grade parents. Childcare will be available.
XinXing Academy’s Summer Family Picnic August 6th at 6:00PM. This is a fun opportunity to meet XinXing families and staff! Bring a picnic meal and drinks for your family. Dessert will be provided. Family pictures will be taken for the school directory and school shirts will be handed out to new kindergarteners.
Playground Playdates - July 22(also Q&A for new families) and Aug 19 at 6:30 - Eisenhower’s Playground
Join XinXing families at the playground for a chance to see school friends over the summer and get acquainted with the new kindergartners in an informal setting. This also provides an opportunity for the incoming kindergartners to get comfortable with his/her new school.
Question and Answer Session - July 22 at 6:30 - Eisenhower’s Wetlands Café
During the playground playdate on July 22, there will be a Q&A session. New families will get a chance to discuss Chinese immersion with immersion experts and returning first grade parents. Childcare will be available.
XinXing Academy’s Summer Family Picnic August 6th at 6:00PM. This is a fun opportunity to meet XinXing families and staff! Bring a picnic meal and drinks for your family. Dessert will be provided. Family pictures will be taken for the school directory and school shirts will be handed out to new kindergarteners.
Jun 19, 2008
Chinese Videos
Zhining has kindly added to the Chinese videos available.
The video links are listed in a PDF file. Click on the link below. The PDF file will open allowing you to click on video links and read the summaries Zhining has included.
CCTV.com Chinese Videos
Also, the Mickey Mouse site is also up and running. Here is the link.
http://www.56.com/h69/uv.index.php?user=anning0801
The video links are listed in a PDF file. Click on the link below. The PDF file will open allowing you to click on video links and read the summaries Zhining has included.
CCTV.com Chinese Videos
Also, the Mickey Mouse site is also up and running. Here is the link.
http://www.56.com/h69/uv.index.php?user=anning0801
Jun 16, 2008
Biking China Starts Today
Follow Steven, Billy and Craig as they bike through China for Red Thread a charity organization for Chinese orphanages. Today is day 1...Beijing. See video at http://bikingchina.wordpress.com/ .
Jun 12, 2008
Before & After School Childcare
If you need childcare before or after school for next school year be sure to contact Kids & Company as soon as possible!
(952) 988-4274
ike_kidsco@hopkins.k12.mn.us
District Office
952-988-4080
kids&company@hopkins.k12.mn.us
http://courseweb.hopkins.k12.mn.us/course/view.php?id=730
(952) 988-4274
ike_kidsco@hopkins.k12.mn.us
District Office
952-988-4080
kids&company@hopkins.k12.mn.us
http://courseweb.hopkins.k12.mn.us/course/view.php?id=730
Jun 8, 2008
Chinese Videos
Zhining sent an update with links for the Chinese Videos.
******Important Notice*****
Please note there are links available that may take your child to a video you don't want him or her to see. The parents need to select the videos and be in charge of what videos the children are watching.
1.YouTube
https://rygel.superinfoinc.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=anning0801
2. Youku web (a Chinese website)
http://u.youku.com/user_show/uid_XinXingHopkins
Zhining will be adding to the list of videos this summer. Also, let her know if you have a problem with the videos on the site.
******Important Notice*****
Please note there are links available that may take your child to a video you don't want him or her to see. The parents need to select the videos and be in charge of what videos the children are watching.
1.YouTube
https://rygel.superinfoinc.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=anning0801
2. Youku web (a Chinese website)
http://u.youku.com/user_show/uid_XinXingHopkins
Zhining will be adding to the list of videos this summer. Also, let her know if you have a problem with the videos on the site.
Jun 6, 2008
XinXing Picnic
The XinXing children had great fun at the picnic on Thursday. Here are some pictures.
http://www.fototime.com/inv/AC28AC6F2F6A9C3
http://www.fototime.com/inv/AC28AC6F2F6A9C3
May 28, 2008
Zhou Family Relief Fund
One of Yinghau Academy's kindergarten teachers, Caiyun Zhou, was greatly affected by the recent earthquake in Sichuan Province, China.
Here is a post from Yinghau's website if you would like to contribute.
"Zhou is from a rural area outside the provincial capital of Chengdu. Her family's houses and businesses were destroyed, including the school where her sister teaches and the school where her father was principal for more than 30 years. As a school, we would like to raise money to help support Zhou's family and community. Our primary goal is to provide financial support so that necessities such as food and water can be acquired. Additionally, we would like to raise enough money to repair her family's house, business, and especially, the severely damaged schools where her father and sister work.
Donations can be made in both cash and check form. Donations can be dropped off or mailed to Yinghau Academy, or brought to any Bremer Bank location. Please write checks to Caiyun Zhou: Zhou Family Relief Fund. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Yinghau Academy."
Address: 1355 Pierce Butler RouteSt. Paul MN 55104
Here is a post from Yinghau's website if you would like to contribute.
"Zhou is from a rural area outside the provincial capital of Chengdu. Her family's houses and businesses were destroyed, including the school where her sister teaches and the school where her father was principal for more than 30 years. As a school, we would like to raise money to help support Zhou's family and community. Our primary goal is to provide financial support so that necessities such as food and water can be acquired. Additionally, we would like to raise enough money to repair her family's house, business, and especially, the severely damaged schools where her father and sister work.
Donations can be made in both cash and check form. Donations can be dropped off or mailed to Yinghau Academy, or brought to any Bremer Bank location. Please write checks to Caiyun Zhou: Zhou Family Relief Fund. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Yinghau Academy."
Address: 1355 Pierce Butler RouteSt. Paul MN 55104
May 27, 2008
School Picnic Party - June 5th 11:30-1:30
The two XinXing kindergarten classes will be going to a nearby park on Thursday June 5th from 11:30-1:30 to celebrate the end of the year. Please send a bag lunch with your children that day. We will be supplying juice boxes and fruit snacks. Parents are welcome.
May 26, 2008
XinXing Parent Group Budget Actuals 2007-08
This is been an amazing and very successful first year for XinXing Academy thanks to all the incredible parents who have supported the XinXing Parent Group! We look forward to an even more successful 2008-2009!
Click on the link below to view the XinXing Parent Group Budget for 2007-2008.
Click on the link below to view the XinXing Parent Group Budget for 2007-2008.
FYI: XinXing was able to get a grant to cover the summer immersion conference costs of our teachers who have not previously attended, so this activity was not listed on the budget sheet.
These figures do not include the Eisenhower PTO fundraising dollars. In 2007-08, the XinXing parents participated in two Eisenhower fundraising efforts:
1. Magazine/gift wrap fundraiser
2. Fall Festival event
The XinXing students benefited in 2007-08, and will continue to do so in 2008-09, from the following Eisenhower PTO-sponsored activities. Support for these activities is provided for the entire school (including XinXing) from the Eisenhower PTO funds.
1. Classroom Supplies (each teacher receives $5 per student)
2. Arts Adventure parent volunteer training and supplies
3. Bravo Music parent volunteer training and supplies
4. Fall Festival Event
5. Spring Fling Event
6. Imagination Fair Event
7. Vision and Hearing Screening
8. Kids Voting
May 22, 2008
Coins for China
Tomorrow, Friday May 23, we will do a one-day coin collection, "Pennies for Peace" style with all money collected to go to support the earthquake relief in China. This has been a terrible tragedy and support from Eisenhower/XinXing will help send the message of care and concern.
XinXing Tote Bags for Sale!
GREAT XINXING TOTE BAGS for Sale! Generously sized; approx. 14 (inches) wide x 14 high x 3 ½ deep. With 24 inch straps that let you carry it on your shoulder, you’ve got a great way to carry almost anything. Great as a beach/pool bag or use on a trip to the farmers’ market! Makes a great gift, too! Natural canvas with silkscreened XinXing in Chinese. Image is silkscreened on both sides of the bag.
$15.00 for the 1st bag, additional bags $12. It’s a great buy! For information on how to order your tote bags, e-mail the XinXing Parent Group at xinxingparent@yahoo.com .
$15.00 for the 1st bag, additional bags $12. It’s a great buy! For information on how to order your tote bags, e-mail the XinXing Parent Group at xinxingparent@yahoo.com .
May 21, 2008
How to Get Involved at XinXing
There are four volunteer committees for next year. Contact Mary Fabian at xinxingparent@yahoo.com and let her know what areas you might be interested in supporting or if you have additional ideas on how you would like to contribute to XinXing Academy. Together we can create an amazing educational experience for our children.
Fundraising Committee:
1. Blue Sky Book
2. Spirit-wear Clothing
3. XinXing Silent Auction
4. Mother’s Day Plant Sale (new)
5. General Fundraiser
6. Eisenhower Fall Festival Booth
Communications Committee:
1. Web Site/Blog Editor
2. Address Book
3. Newsletter
4. Publicity (new)
Room Parents Committee:
1. Classroom Events
2. Classroom Silent Auction Baskets
3. Thursday Folders
4. Bravo Music
5. Art Adventure
Community-Building Committee:
1. Summer Family Picnic and Playdates
2. Just-for-Fun Playdates
3. Cultural Liason (new)
Fundraising Committee:
1. Blue Sky Book
2. Spirit-wear Clothing
3. XinXing Silent Auction
4. Mother’s Day Plant Sale (new)
5. General Fundraiser
6. Eisenhower Fall Festival Booth
Communications Committee:
1. Web Site/Blog Editor
2. Address Book
3. Newsletter
4. Publicity (new)
Room Parents Committee:
1. Classroom Events
2. Classroom Silent Auction Baskets
3. Thursday Folders
4. Bravo Music
5. Art Adventure
Community-Building Committee:
1. Summer Family Picnic and Playdates
2. Just-for-Fun Playdates
3. Cultural Liason (new)
Kids Helping Kids - June 1
Come to the Southdale Library, 7100 York Ave. So., Edina, MN 55435 on Sunday June 1, 2008 from 1 to 2:30 pm to celebrate Children’s Day with Red Thread Charities! Enjoy cookies and lemonade while you…
LISTEN: to Emma Charlesworth-Seiler, age 12, tell you about her time in China. Emma Charlesworth- Seiler, who lived in Quzhou, China with her parents and sister for three months while her father taught English there (he is still teaching in China), will talk about what everyday life is like in a "small" city in China, what it is like to be a Chinese-American girl in China, and will discuss her volunteer work in an orphanage there
LEARN: about Billy Pan’s plan to bike 2200 miles through China this summer to raise money for Red Thread. He'll talk about how he plans to deal with the air pollution, where he will eat and sleep, how he will get water for the trip, what he hopes to see and do, and why he is doing this. You can cheer him on and follow his progress all summer long at http//bikingchina.wordpress.com.
CREATE: A Lemonade Stand Sign! You can help children in orphanages in China just by setting up a lemonade stand in your own yard and donating the money you make to Red Thread Charities. We’ll have everything you need to create a fabulous sign!
RSVP to copland @ usfamily.net
LISTEN: to Emma Charlesworth-Seiler, age 12, tell you about her time in China. Emma Charlesworth- Seiler, who lived in Quzhou, China with her parents and sister for three months while her father taught English there (he is still teaching in China), will talk about what everyday life is like in a "small" city in China, what it is like to be a Chinese-American girl in China, and will discuss her volunteer work in an orphanage there
LEARN: about Billy Pan’s plan to bike 2200 miles through China this summer to raise money for Red Thread. He'll talk about how he plans to deal with the air pollution, where he will eat and sleep, how he will get water for the trip, what he hopes to see and do, and why he is doing this. You can cheer him on and follow his progress all summer long at http//bikingchina.wordpress.com.
CREATE: A Lemonade Stand Sign! You can help children in orphanages in China just by setting up a lemonade stand in your own yard and donating the money you make to Red Thread Charities. We’ll have everything you need to create a fabulous sign!
RSVP to copland @ usfamily.net
May 17, 2008
Biking China
Visit http://bikingchina.wordpress.com/ to learn more about this 2200 mile ride from Beijing to Hong Kong to raise money for Red Thread Charities. Billy Pan, one of the participants will share his plans at the "Kids Helping Kids" event on June 1st at the Southdale Library from 1:00-2:30PM.
Red Thread Charities' mission is to provide training to orphanage staff in China and facilitate medical and developmental care for the children so that they can reach their full potential.
Red Thread Charities' mission is to provide training to orphanage staff in China and facilitate medical and developmental care for the children so that they can reach their full potential.
May 15, 2008
China Earthquake Donations
If any body would like to donate, the American Red Cross has a new category for the people involved in China's earthquake.
www.redcross.org
go to "Response to the China Earthquake", then click on Donate Now
It is tax deductable.
www.redcross.org
go to "Response to the China Earthquake", then click on Donate Now
It is tax deductable.
May 14, 2008
XinXing Spring Sing Parent Visit, Tuesday May 27 at 2:30PM:
XinXing students perform their Spring Sing for parents at 2:30pm in the cafeteria followed by a visit to the gym with Mr. Strong for the XinXing Kindergarten Track and Field Day fun.
PARENT MEETING, MONDAY MAY 19 @ 7 PM (in the Community Ed Building, room 213B)
Our last Parent Meeting of the year will be on Monday, May 19, at 7pm. This meeting will be located in the Hopkins Community Education portion of the building, conference room 213B. Go in the Community Ed doors, up the stairs to your left – conference room 213B is just down the hall to the right.
Agenda
2008-2009- Discussion Topics
Parent group structure
Volunteer positions
Event Planning for this year
XinXing Spring Sing/Track & Field w/ Mr. Strong – May 27 @ 2:30 pm
End of the year party
Summer picnic – August 6th
New Parent Q&A on July 22nd playdate
Updates
Zoo field trip on May 2nd
Chinese family dinner May 12th
Passage to China May 17t
Chinese cooking class May 17
Canvas Bag sales
XinXing spirit spring sales
Summer camp
Agenda
2008-2009- Discussion Topics
Parent group structure
Volunteer positions
Event Planning for this year
XinXing Spring Sing/Track & Field w/ Mr. Strong – May 27 @ 2:30 pm
End of the year party
Summer picnic – August 6th
New Parent Q&A on July 22nd playdate
Updates
Zoo field trip on May 2nd
Chinese family dinner May 12th
Passage to China May 17t
Chinese cooking class May 17
Canvas Bag sales
XinXing spirit spring sales
Summer camp
International Children's Festival - May 31 and June 1
May 31 and June 1 are the festival family weekend days in which families experience unprecedented performing arts inside Ordway Center and participate in a vibrant and colorful World Party outside in Rice Park and in Landmark Plaza.
http://www.ordway.org/festival/
http://www.ordway.org/festival/
May 9, 2008
XinXing Summer Packet
Many parents are wondering what the children should be doing over summer vacation to retain what they have learned and be ready for 1st grade. The teachers along with Dr. Lawrence, Zhining Chin and Molly Wieland are devising a summer packet with lots of great activities. Zhining is also compiling over a hundred U-Tube Mandarin videos and cartoons suited for the children.
If you feel the need to buy books make sure you purchase books with simplified characters.
If you feel the need to buy books make sure you purchase books with simplified characters.
May 8, 2008
Kids' Chinese Magnet Kit
Kids' Chinese Kit
The Kids' Chinese Kit features over 140 flippable magnets (magnets are printed on both sides and stick both ways) with simplified Chinese characters and pinyin pronunciations on the white side and English translations on the back. You can learn vocabulary with individual magnets or arrange them into sentences.
Product ID: 3024
Category: New Stuff
Price: $14.95
http://www.magneticpoetry.com/detail.asp?product_id=3024&b=0
This product may also be available at Creative Kidstuff.
The Kids' Chinese Kit features over 140 flippable magnets (magnets are printed on both sides and stick both ways) with simplified Chinese characters and pinyin pronunciations on the white side and English translations on the back. You can learn vocabulary with individual magnets or arrange them into sentences.
Product ID: 3024
Category: New Stuff
Price: $14.95
http://www.magneticpoetry.com/detail.asp?product_id=3024&b=0
This product may also be available at Creative Kidstuff.
May 7, 2008
Chinese Cooking Class for Adults
Cynthia Chauwan Crinklaw will be teaching a Chinese cooking class for adults at the St. Louis Park Byerly's store on Wednesday, June 4, from 6 to 7 pm. It is a one hour class, demonstration only. She will be preparing Sticky Rice Dumplings, Pot Stickers, and Siu-Mai & Cantonese Sweet Tarts. The cost is $10 per person. You can register online at www.lundsandbyerlys.com or by calling 952-253-3409. Cynthia's classes fill up quickly!
Cynthia has taught the Chinese cooking classes for our kids. She would love to see some of our parents at her Byerly's class.
Cynthia has taught the Chinese cooking classes for our kids. She would love to see some of our parents at her Byerly's class.
May 5, 2008
Thanks Zoo Trip Volunteers
The children had a great time and most escaped getting drenched from the rain.
May 1, 2008
Zoo Field Trip - Volunteer Update
Volunteers
The teacher's plan on leaving the school around 9:30am. Volunteers please meet in the classrooms at 9:15am. The bus will be leaving the zoo around 1:30pm.
The children are scheduled for a class in the Education Center (2nd floor of the Visitor Center) at 11:15am.
The children will be bringing bag lunches, so you may wish to bring a lunch for yourself, as well.
Parents- Don't forget a bag lunch and the red XinXing shirt.
The teacher's plan on leaving the school around 9:30am. Volunteers please meet in the classrooms at 9:15am. The bus will be leaving the zoo around 1:30pm.
The children are scheduled for a class in the Education Center (2nd floor of the Visitor Center) at 11:15am.
The children will be bringing bag lunches, so you may wish to bring a lunch for yourself, as well.
Parents- Don't forget a bag lunch and the red XinXing shirt.
Apr 28, 2008
Next XinXing Parent Meeting - May 19 at 7:00
The next parent meeting is May 19 @ 7pm. There will probably be a location change. Location and agenda will be posted May 15th.
"Tales of Heaven and Earth - Legends of the East II" - May 11 - Reserved Seats
The dance theater is reserving seats for XinXing for the 2:00 performance and will give us a group rate of $12/person. They will only hold the group seats until Friday. New kindergarten families are welcome to join.
Call Livia to purchase tickets at 612-327-5582.
More information about the performance see
http://xinxingacademy.blogspot.com/2008/04/tales-of-heavenand-earth-legends-of.html
Call Livia to purchase tickets at 612-327-5582.
More information about the performance see
http://xinxingacademy.blogspot.com/2008/04/tales-of-heavenand-earth-legends-of.html
Apr 23, 2008
MAIN Parent Meeting - May 15, 9:30 AM
XinXing Academy is hosting the next MAIN parent meeting Thursday, May 15th at 9:30. The topic will be to discuss goals and structure for next year. Everyone is welcome.
The meeting will be held in a conference room in the Hopkins Community Ed portion of the building. It does have a separate entrance from the main school, but it is the same address.
Hopkins Community Education Center
Room 207b
Please RSVP Mary Fabian, XinXing MAIN Parents representative
mcfabian@hotmail.com
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MAIN_Parents is a group of parent representatives from Immersion schools in the Twin City and surrounding area that get toegether to share knowledge and information surrounding immersion education from a parent perspective.
The meeting will be held in a conference room in the Hopkins Community Ed portion of the building. It does have a separate entrance from the main school, but it is the same address.
Hopkins Community Education Center
Room 207b
Please RSVP Mary Fabian, XinXing MAIN Parents representative
mcfabian@hotmail.com
*******************************
MAIN_Parents is a group of parent representatives from Immersion schools in the Twin City and surrounding area that get toegether to share knowledge and information surrounding immersion education from a parent perspective.
Apr 15, 2008
Summer Camps
Concordia's camp through Hopkins Community Ed is filling fast. Please add your name to the wait list if you want to go and it is full. The plan is to try and make it so everyone who wants to go can attend. Early registration is necessary to hire more teachers if necessary.
If you need afternoon childcare let Beth Ross know as I and some of the other Moms may be able to help out with afternoon play dates.
There are also lots of other Chinese camps available this summer that can accommodate different schedules, interests and needs. These are ideas not recommendations for language/culture summer camps (including the one offered through Hopkins). If any one has experience with any of these camp organizations and would like to make a recommendation, I will be happy to add it here.
Here are the camps again...
Chinese Day Camp Aug 11-15
Concordia Language Village with Hopkins Community Ed
For children entering 1st grade - 9:00-12:00 $190
Register today - space limited!
Hamline's Summer Language Institute (Several Offerings)
The Summer Language Institute provides campers the chance to learn from native or near-native speakers of their chosen language. Through games and sports, skits, arts and crafts, field trips, and service learning projects our campers will improve their language skills in a unique, enriching, and fun environment while becoming locally engaged and globally connected. $950 for full-day two week session.
http://www.hamline.edu/hamline_info/offices_services/studyabroad/sli/sli_home.html
Theater Nest Beijing 08 - July 14-25
Come to Beijing, China with us just before the Summer Olympics. Fly amazing dragon and phoenix kites. Hear ghost stories about The Forbidden Palace. Explore the old alley neighborhoods of Beijing--the famous hutongs. Do sidewalk water calligraphy. Be an Emperor, a princess, a dragon, a kung fu master. Puppets, fans, tai chi, ribbon dancing--we'll try it all. Classes are a mix of theater, movement, and visual arts. Theater teacher, Rhonda Lund has traveled to Beijing four times, and will share a multitude of cultural artifacts. Final original performance at 7 pm on July 25th. Location - Lynnhurst Park, Minneapolis Full day 9:30-4 $195 or half day 9:30-12:45 $130 https://www.reservemaster.com/activity_detail.asp?a=59539
Minhau (St. Paul)
Dates: July 21– 25, 2008
http://minhua.com/summercamp/MCACampindex08.htm
MN Huaxia Chinese School (Eden Prarie)
Session1 (6/16/ - 6/27 )
Session2 (7/07 - 7/18 )
Tuition: $300 per session; $165 one week or half day
After care (5:00 - 6:00PM): $30 per week.
Location: Eden Prairie, CMS (Center Middle School - current MN Huaxia Chinese School
www.mnhuaxia.org
Yinghau's Mandarin Chinese Summer Camp
Available for grades K-4th
Children will be instructed in hands-on activities focusing on
Chinese language andculture. Students will learn both spoken and
written Mandarin through crafts, games and nature projects.
Session 1: June 16th - July 11th - 8:00am to 12:00pm-No class 7/ 3-7/ 4
Session 2: July 14th - August 1st - 8:00am to 12:00pm
Price- $375.00 per session / $650.00 both sessions
International School of Minnesota
http://www.ism-sabis.net/pdf/KidsCamp%20Brochure2008.pdf
http://www.ism-sabis.net/pdf/KidsCampRegistrationForm2008.pdf
Breck Culture Camp
http://www.breckschool.org/our_schools/summer_programs/
Language Sprout Summer Camps
http://www.languagesprout.com/
If you need afternoon childcare let Beth Ross know as I and some of the other Moms may be able to help out with afternoon play dates.
There are also lots of other Chinese camps available this summer that can accommodate different schedules, interests and needs. These are ideas not recommendations for language/culture summer camps (including the one offered through Hopkins). If any one has experience with any of these camp organizations and would like to make a recommendation, I will be happy to add it here.
Here are the camps again...
Chinese Day Camp Aug 11-15
Concordia Language Village with Hopkins Community Ed
For children entering 1st grade - 9:00-12:00 $190
Register today - space limited!
Hamline's Summer Language Institute (Several Offerings)
The Summer Language Institute provides campers the chance to learn from native or near-native speakers of their chosen language. Through games and sports, skits, arts and crafts, field trips, and service learning projects our campers will improve their language skills in a unique, enriching, and fun environment while becoming locally engaged and globally connected. $950 for full-day two week session.
http://www.hamline.edu/hamline_info/offices_services/studyabroad/sli/sli_home.html
Theater Nest Beijing 08 - July 14-25
Come to Beijing, China with us just before the Summer Olympics. Fly amazing dragon and phoenix kites. Hear ghost stories about The Forbidden Palace. Explore the old alley neighborhoods of Beijing--the famous hutongs. Do sidewalk water calligraphy. Be an Emperor, a princess, a dragon, a kung fu master. Puppets, fans, tai chi, ribbon dancing--we'll try it all. Classes are a mix of theater, movement, and visual arts. Theater teacher, Rhonda Lund has traveled to Beijing four times, and will share a multitude of cultural artifacts. Final original performance at 7 pm on July 25th. Location - Lynnhurst Park, Minneapolis Full day 9:30-4 $195 or half day 9:30-12:45 $130 https://www.reservemaster.com/activity_detail.asp?a=59539
Minhau (St. Paul)
Dates: July 21– 25, 2008
http://minhua.com/summercamp/MCACampindex08.htm
MN Huaxia Chinese School (Eden Prarie)
Session1 (6/16/ - 6/27 )
Session2 (7/07 - 7/18 )
Tuition: $300 per session; $165 one week or half day
After care (5:00 - 6:00PM): $30 per week.
Location: Eden Prairie, CMS (Center Middle School - current MN Huaxia Chinese School
www.mnhuaxia.org
Yinghau's Mandarin Chinese Summer Camp
Available for grades K-4th
Children will be instructed in hands-on activities focusing on
Chinese language andculture. Students will learn both spoken and
written Mandarin through crafts, games and nature projects.
Session 1: June 16th - July 11th - 8:00am to 12:00pm-No class 7/ 3-7/ 4
Session 2: July 14th - August 1st - 8:00am to 12:00pm
Price- $375.00 per session / $650.00 both sessions
International School of Minnesota
http://www.ism-sabis.net/pdf/KidsCamp%20Brochure2008.pdf
http://www.ism-sabis.net/pdf/KidsCampRegistrationForm2008.pdf
Breck Culture Camp
http://www.breckschool.org/our_schools/summer_programs/
Language Sprout Summer Camps
http://www.languagesprout.com/
"Tales of Heaven and Earth - Legends of the East II" - May 11
Twin Cities Chinese Dance Center (TCCDC) is pleased to announce its 2008production: "Tales of Heavenand Earth Legends of the East II", which will be held at Concordia University E.M. Pearson Theatre in St. Paul, MN on Sunday, May 11, 2008. Show times are 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
"Tales of Heaven and Earth" is a continuation of the theme from last year, "Legends of the East". It showcases dances about heavenly goddesses and maidens, with movements interwoven with long silk ribbons and delicate expressions, to earthly mortals like the Terra Cotta Warriors and a classic Chinese love story akin to Romeo and Juliet. The show is sure to captivate audiences of all ages, with colorful costumes in an exciting repertoire of dances like the Lion and Kung Fu dances, as well as a series of ethnic dances performed by exuberant dancers.
For tickets, please call:
Tickets Sales: 952-236-8618, 612-327-5582 or 651-246-5735
Ticket Prices: Adults: $16, Children: $12
Group of Four Package: $48
Performance Date: Sunday, May 11, 2008
Show Times: 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm
Venue: Concordia University, E.M. Pearson Theatre
312 Hamline Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55104
"Tales of Heaven and Earth" is a continuation of the theme from last year, "Legends of the East". It showcases dances about heavenly goddesses and maidens, with movements interwoven with long silk ribbons and delicate expressions, to earthly mortals like the Terra Cotta Warriors and a classic Chinese love story akin to Romeo and Juliet. The show is sure to captivate audiences of all ages, with colorful costumes in an exciting repertoire of dances like the Lion and Kung Fu dances, as well as a series of ethnic dances performed by exuberant dancers.
For tickets, please call:
Tickets Sales: 952-236-8618, 612-327-5582 or 651-246-5735
Ticket Prices: Adults: $16, Children: $12
Group of Four Package: $48
Performance Date: Sunday, May 11, 2008
Show Times: 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm
Venue: Concordia University, E.M. Pearson Theatre
312 Hamline Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55104
Apr 14, 2008
XinXing Spring Sing - May 27th at 2:30
May 27, XinXing students perform their Spring Sing for parents at 2:30 in the cafeteria followed by a visit to the gym with Mr. Strong.
Summer Playground Playdates
Playground Playdates - June 24, July 22, Aug 19 at 6:30 - Eisenhower’s Playground
Join XinXing families at the playground for a chance to see school friends over the summer and get acquainted with the new kindergarters in an informal setting. This also provides an opportunity for the incoming kindergarteners to get comfortable with his/her new school.
Question and Answer Session - July 22 at 6:30 - Eisenhower’s Wetlands Café
At one of the playground playdates, July 22, there will be a Q&A session. New families will get a chance to discuss Chinese immersion with immersion experts and returning first grade parents. Childcare will be available.
Join XinXing families at the playground for a chance to see school friends over the summer and get acquainted with the new kindergarters in an informal setting. This also provides an opportunity for the incoming kindergarteners to get comfortable with his/her new school.
Question and Answer Session - July 22 at 6:30 - Eisenhower’s Wetlands Café
At one of the playground playdates, July 22, there will be a Q&A session. New families will get a chance to discuss Chinese immersion with immersion experts and returning first grade parents. Childcare will be available.
Spring Fling - April 24 6:00
Spring Fling is a vocal and visual celebration! Come to Eisenhower April 24 and see art work from all of the students and listen to our children sing at 6:00 PM. Please bring your children 15 minutes early to prepare for performance.
Apr 3, 2008
XinXing Parent Meeting - April 14 7:00
The parent meeting will be located in the staff lounge at Eisenhower. (The staff lounge is through the main doors. Go past main office and all the way down the hall where you take a left.Go almost to the end of the hall and take a right. Look for staff lounge.)
Planning for next year 2008-2009- Discussion Topics
Parent Group mission statement
Parent group structure proposal
XinXing Events review
Ike events review
Fundraising goals/sample annual budget
Volunteer positions
Calendar
Event Planning for this year
Zoo field trip on May 2nd
Passage to China May 17th
End of the year party
Summer picnic – August 6th
New Parent Q&A on July 22nd playdate
Canvas Bag designs
XinXing spirit updates for spring
Updates
Chinese cooking class May 17
Chinese family dinner May 12th-RSVP and additional activities
Summer camp
May 12 Parent meeting - reschedule
Planning for next year 2008-2009- Discussion Topics
Parent Group mission statement
Parent group structure proposal
XinXing Events review
Ike events review
Fundraising goals/sample annual budget
Volunteer positions
Calendar
Event Planning for this year
Zoo field trip on May 2nd
Passage to China May 17th
End of the year party
Summer picnic – August 6th
New Parent Q&A on July 22nd playdate
Canvas Bag designs
XinXing spirit updates for spring
Updates
Chinese cooking class May 17
Chinese family dinner May 12th-RSVP and additional activities
Summer camp
May 12 Parent meeting - reschedule
Kindergarten Roundup - April 10 6:30
XinXing Academy welcomes our new kindergarteners and their families!
When Buying Chinese Books - Buy Simplified Chinese!
Be careful what you purchase when buying Chinese materials for home use.
There is Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. Make sure you know what you are buying!
A word from Zhining...
It is important for parents to know that at this stage of our student learning Chinese, we are not ready to introduce Traditional Chinese yet. If we show them that there are two forms for one character it will be very confusing.
There is Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. Make sure you know what you are buying!
A word from Zhining...
It is important for parents to know that at this stage of our student learning Chinese, we are not ready to introduce Traditional Chinese yet. If we show them that there are two forms for one character it will be very confusing.
Dragon Festival July 12-13
http://www.dragonfestival.org/index.htm
The 2008 Dragon Festival is coming.
July 12 and 13, 2008
The 2008 Dragon Festival is coming.
July 12 and 13, 2008
A Passage to China: An Interactive Journey- May 17
XinXing Academy is participating! - Volunteers Need!
http://www.chineseheritagefoundation.org/news/images/passage_ad_april_final.pdf
Come celebrate Asian Heritage Month by exploring China. Chinese organizations from around the Twin Cities will participate in teaching about different parts of China. Kids can get a passport and get stamped at each station. They can turn in their completed passport for a prize.
We will have local Chinese artists, delicious Chinese food, and cultural performances throughout the day. Children can participate in setting off mock fireworks before dragon dances that will begin each hour.
May 17, 2008
10:00am - 4:00pm
Southdale Shopping Mall
10 Southdale Center
Edina, MN 55435
http://www.chineseheritagefoundation.org/news/images/passage_ad_april_final.pdf
Come celebrate Asian Heritage Month by exploring China. Chinese organizations from around the Twin Cities will participate in teaching about different parts of China. Kids can get a passport and get stamped at each station. They can turn in their completed passport for a prize.
We will have local Chinese artists, delicious Chinese food, and cultural performances throughout the day. Children can participate in setting off mock fireworks before dragon dances that will begin each hour.
May 17, 2008
10:00am - 4:00pm
Southdale Shopping Mall
10 Southdale Center
Edina, MN 55435
Wishes For the Sky- April 20 - 11-4
http://www.wishesforthesky.org/static/FLYER_Community_March3-1.pdf
Wishes for the Sky is a large-scale multidisciplinary public art event celebrating Earth Day.
Wishes for the Sky consists of wish-writing and kite-flying to create a large mobile in the sky; a bamboo wind chimes sculpture called House to Touch the Wind; a sound installation called Promises to the Earth; and a Wishmaking Pavillion. The experience is interactive and relies on attendees to make the collaborative work of art.
Wishes for the Sky is a day of wishing, a work of public art, and an expression of environmental sustainability inspired by ancient Chinese traditions of flying wishes on kites.
Bring a windchime. Please don't bring your own kite.
Supported by more than 20 organizations, this nature-inspired day of wishing was attended by 1800 people in 2007, its inaugural year.
Even with 1800 attendees we produced only 5 pounds of trash—a remarkable feat according to Eureka Recycling we set a new standard for sustainable event production.
Each year the first wish is given to Earth Day’s firstborn in St. Paul. The first wish for Earth Day 2007 was made by Senait Hadera for her baby son Remon:
Lucky Baby!
God give us peace for the world.
Lucky Baby is born.
Peace for everyone, peace for the world.
Amen.
Wishes for the Sky is a large-scale multidisciplinary public art event celebrating Earth Day.
Wishes for the Sky consists of wish-writing and kite-flying to create a large mobile in the sky; a bamboo wind chimes sculpture called House to Touch the Wind; a sound installation called Promises to the Earth; and a Wishmaking Pavillion. The experience is interactive and relies on attendees to make the collaborative work of art.
Wishes for the Sky is a day of wishing, a work of public art, and an expression of environmental sustainability inspired by ancient Chinese traditions of flying wishes on kites.
Bring a windchime. Please don't bring your own kite.
Supported by more than 20 organizations, this nature-inspired day of wishing was attended by 1800 people in 2007, its inaugural year.
Even with 1800 attendees we produced only 5 pounds of trash—a remarkable feat according to Eureka Recycling we set a new standard for sustainable event production.
Each year the first wish is given to Earth Day’s firstborn in St. Paul. The first wish for Earth Day 2007 was made by Senait Hadera for her baby son Remon:
Lucky Baby!
God give us peace for the world.
Lucky Baby is born.
Peace for everyone, peace for the world.
Amen.
Apr 2, 2008
Festival of Nations May 1-4
At the 2008 Festival of Nations, 90 different ethnic groups from around the world will share their foods, crafts and traditions that form the mosaic of our American culture. Enjoy one of the nation’s largest and longest-running multi-cultural events and discover that there is so much more to who we are.
May 1-4 - Rivercentre in St Paul
http://www.festivalofnations.com/
May 1-4 - Rivercentre in St Paul
http://www.festivalofnations.com/
Mar 27, 2008
Repost: Spring Festival in China
http://www.cctv.com/english/special/springfestival2008/20080213/103325.shtml
I thought I would post it again. Some of the shows are awesome. Here are a couple...
http://www.cctv.com/english/special/springfestival2008/20080213/103325.shtml
http://www.cctv.com/english/special/springfestival2008/20080213/103357.shtml
I thought I would post it again. Some of the shows are awesome. Here are a couple...
http://www.cctv.com/english/special/springfestival2008/20080213/103325.shtml
http://www.cctv.com/english/special/springfestival2008/20080213/103357.shtml
Mar 26, 2008
Upcoming Events - updated 4/14/08
April 10 XinXing Kindergarten Roundup
April 24 Spring Fling - Details coming...
May 12 XinXing's Chinese Family Dinner
May 2nd Como Zoo Field Trip
August 6th XinXing Summer Picnic at 6:00PM
June 24, July 22, Aug 19 XinXing Summer Playdates at 6:30PM
May 29th Track and Field Day during school hours. Volunteer contact is Amanda Goodman at 952-930-1982 or ajslmgood@msn.com
April 24 Spring Fling - Details coming...
May 12 XinXing's Chinese Family Dinner
May 2nd Como Zoo Field Trip
August 6th XinXing Summer Picnic at 6:00PM
June 24, July 22, Aug 19 XinXing Summer Playdates at 6:30PM
May 29th Track and Field Day during school hours. Volunteer contact is Amanda Goodman at 952-930-1982 or ajslmgood@msn.com
Summer Camp Ideas
Here are ideas not recommendations for language/culture summer camps. If any one would like to make a recommendation I will be happy to add it here.
Chinese Day Camp Aug 11-15
Concordia Language Village with Hopkins Community Ed
For children entering 1st grade - 9:00-12:00 $190
Register today - space limited!
Hamline's Summer Language Institute (Several Offerings)
The Summer Language Institute provides campers the chance to learn from native or near-native speakers of their chosen language. Through games and sports, skits, arts and crafts, field trips, and service learning projects our campers will improve their language skills in a unique, enriching, and fun environment while becoming locally engaged and globally connected. $950 for full-day two week session.
http://www.hamline.edu/hamline_info/offices_services/studyabroad/sli/sli_home.html
Theater Nest Beijing 08 - July 14-25
Come to Beijing, China with us just before the Summer Olympics. Fly amazing dragon and phoenix kites. Hear ghost stories about The Forbidden Palace. Explore the old alley neighborhoods of Beijing--the famous hutongs. Do sidewalk water calligraphy. Be an Emperor, a princess, a dragon, a kung fu master. Puppets, fans, tai chi, ribbon dancing--we'll try it all. Classes are a mix of theater, movement, and visual arts. Theater teacher, Rhonda Lund has traveled to Beijing four times, and will share a multitude of cultural artifacts. Final original performance at 7 pm on July 25th. Location - Lynnhurst Park, Minneapolis Full day 9:30-4 $195 or half day 9:30-12:45 $130 https://www.reservemaster.com/activity_detail.asp?a=59539
Minhau (St. Paul)
Dates: July 21– 25, 2008
http://minhua.com/summercamp/MCACampindex08.htm
MN Huaxia Chinese School (Eden Prarie)
Session1 (6/16/ - 6/27 )
Session2 (7/07 - 7/18 )
Tuition: $300 per session; $165 one week or half day
After care (5:00 - 6:00PM): $30 per week.
Location: Eden Prairie, CMS (Center Middle School - current MN Huaxia Chinese School
www.mnhuaxia.org
Yinghau's Mandarin Chinese Summer Camp
Available for grades K-4th
Children will be instructed in hands-on activities focusing on
Chinese language andculture. Students will learn both spoken and
written Mandarin through crafts, games and nature projects.
Session 1: June 16th - July 11th - 8:00am to 12:00pm-No class 7/ 3-7/ 4
Session 2: July 14th - August 1st - 8:00am to 12:00pm
Price- $375.00 per session / $650.00 both sessions
International School of Minnesota
http://www.ism-sabis.net/pdf/KidsCamp%20Brochure2008.pdf
http://www.ism-sabis.net/pdf/KidsCampRegistrationForm2008.pdf
Breck Culture Camp
http://www.breckschool.org/our_schools/summer_programs/
Language Sprout Summer Camps
http://www.languagesprout.com/
Chinese Day Camp Aug 11-15
Concordia Language Village with Hopkins Community Ed
For children entering 1st grade - 9:00-12:00 $190
Register today - space limited!
Hamline's Summer Language Institute (Several Offerings)
The Summer Language Institute provides campers the chance to learn from native or near-native speakers of their chosen language. Through games and sports, skits, arts and crafts, field trips, and service learning projects our campers will improve their language skills in a unique, enriching, and fun environment while becoming locally engaged and globally connected. $950 for full-day two week session.
http://www.hamline.edu/hamline_info/offices_services/studyabroad/sli/sli_home.html
Theater Nest Beijing 08 - July 14-25
Come to Beijing, China with us just before the Summer Olympics. Fly amazing dragon and phoenix kites. Hear ghost stories about The Forbidden Palace. Explore the old alley neighborhoods of Beijing--the famous hutongs. Do sidewalk water calligraphy. Be an Emperor, a princess, a dragon, a kung fu master. Puppets, fans, tai chi, ribbon dancing--we'll try it all. Classes are a mix of theater, movement, and visual arts. Theater teacher, Rhonda Lund has traveled to Beijing four times, and will share a multitude of cultural artifacts. Final original performance at 7 pm on July 25th. Location - Lynnhurst Park, Minneapolis Full day 9:30-4 $195 or half day 9:30-12:45 $130 https://www.reservemaster.com/activity_detail.asp?a=59539
Minhau (St. Paul)
Dates: July 21– 25, 2008
http://minhua.com/summercamp/MCACampindex08.htm
MN Huaxia Chinese School (Eden Prarie)
Session1 (6/16/ - 6/27 )
Session2 (7/07 - 7/18 )
Tuition: $300 per session; $165 one week or half day
After care (5:00 - 6:00PM): $30 per week.
Location: Eden Prairie, CMS (Center Middle School - current MN Huaxia Chinese School
www.mnhuaxia.org
Yinghau's Mandarin Chinese Summer Camp
Available for grades K-4th
Children will be instructed in hands-on activities focusing on
Chinese language andculture. Students will learn both spoken and
written Mandarin through crafts, games and nature projects.
Session 1: June 16th - July 11th - 8:00am to 12:00pm-No class 7/ 3-7/ 4
Session 2: July 14th - August 1st - 8:00am to 12:00pm
Price- $375.00 per session / $650.00 both sessions
International School of Minnesota
http://www.ism-sabis.net/pdf/KidsCamp%20Brochure2008.pdf
http://www.ism-sabis.net/pdf/KidsCampRegistrationForm2008.pdf
Breck Culture Camp
http://www.breckschool.org/our_schools/summer_programs/
Language Sprout Summer Camps
http://www.languagesprout.com/
Beijing Summer Olympics
The torch relay has begun!
There is an interactive map at
http://torchrelay.beijing2008.cn/en/ceremonies/greece/flash/index.shtml
Click on the destinations for great lessons along the way!
There is an interactive map at
http://torchrelay.beijing2008.cn/en/ceremonies/greece/flash/index.shtml
Click on the destinations for great lessons along the way!
Mar 10, 2008
Learn Chinese Online
Here are two websites recommended by Zhining to help adults learn Chinese online.
http://www.chinesevoice.com/
http://chinesepod.com/
http://www.chinesevoice.com/
http://chinesepod.com/
Gao Hong and an All-Star Cast of International Musicians Celebrate Cancer Survivors
WHO: Gao Hong (pipa/composer), Kenny Endo (taiko); Shubhendra Rao (sitar); Biplab Bhattacharya (tabla); Rochester Symphony Orchestra, Jere Lantz, Conductor; Minhua Chorus, Hua Yu, Conductor; Michelle Kinney (cello); Nirmala Rajasekar (veena and vocals); David Hagedorn (percussion).
WHAT: “Celebration – The Music of Gao Hong”
WHEN: Saturday, April 19, 2008, 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Ted Mann Concert Hall, University of Minnesota, 2128 Fourth Street South, Minneapolis.
TICKETS: $18 for adults, $16 for students and seniors if purchased in advance, $20 at the door. $9 for cancer survivors and patients. $15 for groups of 10 or more. For tickets call (952) 210-3628, write iftpa_usa@yahoo.com, or pick up in person at the Shanghai Market, 1546 Como Avenue in St. Paul, or at China Tribune, 566 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul.
CONTACT: (952) 210-3628, iftpa_usa@yahoo.com, www.chinesepipa.com
This year local pipa virtuoso and composer Gao Hong has many reasons to celebrate. 2008 marks her 35th anniversary as a performer, and 10th year as a composer. It also marks the completion of her 7-year-old daughter’s treatment for leukemia. Gao will be celebrating these milestones with an international tour that includes a performance at Ted Mann Concert Hall at the University of Minnesota on April 19, 2008 at 8:00 p.m
WHAT: “Celebration – The Music of Gao Hong”
WHEN: Saturday, April 19, 2008, 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Ted Mann Concert Hall, University of Minnesota, 2128 Fourth Street South, Minneapolis.
TICKETS: $18 for adults, $16 for students and seniors if purchased in advance, $20 at the door. $9 for cancer survivors and patients. $15 for groups of 10 or more. For tickets call (952) 210-3628, write iftpa_usa@yahoo.com, or pick up in person at the Shanghai Market, 1546 Como Avenue in St. Paul, or at China Tribune, 566 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul.
CONTACT: (952) 210-3628, iftpa_usa@yahoo.com, www.chinesepipa.com
This year local pipa virtuoso and composer Gao Hong has many reasons to celebrate. 2008 marks her 35th anniversary as a performer, and 10th year as a composer. It also marks the completion of her 7-year-old daughter’s treatment for leukemia. Gao will be celebrating these milestones with an international tour that includes a performance at Ted Mann Concert Hall at the University of Minnesota on April 19, 2008 at 8:00 p.m
Mar 3, 2008
Chinese this Summer
Maria Koullick has this to pass along...
There will be Chinese School summer camp in Eden Praire. The first session is in June(2 weeks), the second is in July(2 weeks). The school web site is: www.mnhuaxia.org. I'd like to see if people are intested in car pooling.
I am aslo looking for a Chinese nanny for the month of August. It would be fun if several kids want to joint Alexandra. I can provide my home as a meeting ground.
Maria
There will be Chinese School summer camp in Eden Praire. The first session is in June(2 weeks), the second is in July(2 weeks). The school web site is: www.mnhuaxia.org. I'd like to see if people are intested in car pooling.
I am aslo looking for a Chinese nanny for the month of August. It would be fun if several kids want to joint Alexandra. I can provide my home as a meeting ground.
Maria
Feb 22, 2008
Little Chefs Cooking Class In May
Another Little Chefs cooking class has been scheduled for Saturday May 17th at 10:30 am. More information will be coming in April. Look for sign ups in your red folder.
Feb 21, 2008
Thanks XinXing Parent Volunteers!
XinXing Academy has outstanding parent volunteers!
Imagination Fair and Auction
A special thanks to Mary Fabian and Sarah Bennett for putting together awesome basics for the auction at the Imagination Fair! Thanks for all the parent donations including special donations by Tomsche, Nadoloney & Pederson, Randall and To families and all the Moms there today helping with the fair and auction!
Art Adventures and Bravo
Our kids are lucky to be able to participate in Art Adventures and Bravo Music!
Thanks Andrea Komschlies who is in charge of Art Adventures and Kara Lovell and Mary Sellke for presenting Art Adevntures to our children.
Thanks Connie Anderson for presenting Bravo once again!
Parent Group Volunteers
Mary Fabian, thanks for all the work you have done from organizing parent volunteers and distributing the parent update to attending MAIN meetings, organizing classrooms, and putting together teacher gifts and auction baskets!
Kimberly Ruthenbeck, thanks for forging our parent group forward as we look into how we plan to grow and what our mission will be for upcoming years!
Room Parents
We won't forget our Room Parents Betsy Auth and Andrea Komschlies!
Imagination Fair and Auction
A special thanks to Mary Fabian and Sarah Bennett for putting together awesome basics for the auction at the Imagination Fair! Thanks for all the parent donations including special donations by Tomsche, Nadoloney & Pederson, Randall and To families and all the Moms there today helping with the fair and auction!
Art Adventures and Bravo
Our kids are lucky to be able to participate in Art Adventures and Bravo Music!
Thanks Andrea Komschlies who is in charge of Art Adventures and Kara Lovell and Mary Sellke for presenting Art Adevntures to our children.
Thanks Connie Anderson for presenting Bravo once again!
Parent Group Volunteers
Mary Fabian, thanks for all the work you have done from organizing parent volunteers and distributing the parent update to attending MAIN meetings, organizing classrooms, and putting together teacher gifts and auction baskets!
Kimberly Ruthenbeck, thanks for forging our parent group forward as we look into how we plan to grow and what our mission will be for upcoming years!
Room Parents
We won't forget our Room Parents Betsy Auth and Andrea Komschlies!
Feb 11, 2008
Imagination Fair Volunteers Needed - Feb. 21
Parent volunteers are needed for the Imagination Fair on Feb. 21. The time blocks where people are need are 8:30-12:00 and 1:00-3:00. You do not have to stay the entire time. You are welcome to come and go at your convenience. Contact Shannon Thein at 952-935-8658.
Feb 9, 2008
Videos of the Spring Festival in China
Be sure to watch the Spring Festival in China!
http://www.cctv.com/english/special/springfestival2008/07/index.shtml
http://www.cctv.com/english/special/springfestival2008/07/index.shtml
Feb 8, 2008
Lantern Festival Celebration! 2/24/08
Here is an event recommended by Betsy Rochon. The invite came with beautiful pictures which do not post on the blog.
You’re Invited!!
Midwest Buddhist Association
Lantern Festival Celebration!
All are welcome!
Sunday, February 24, 2008,
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM,
Como Student Community Cooperative Community Center, 1024 27th Ave. S.E., Minneapolis
Admission: FREE
Many activities for children.
Activities include:
· Dragon parade,
· red envelopes,
· games,
· music,
· crafts,
· balloons,
· tug of war,
· story reading,
· vegetarian potluck lunch (including some catered food).
Please bring a vegetarian dish, fruit, beverages, snacks, or dessert to share at the potluck lunch.
Feel free to pass this invitation along to friends and anyone else who may be interested in coming.
For more information contact Jenny Su at suxx0017@tc.umn.edu or Eugene Kelly at eugene_monica_kelly@yahoo.com .
You’re Invited!!
Midwest Buddhist Association
Lantern Festival Celebration!
All are welcome!
Sunday, February 24, 2008,
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM,
Como Student Community Cooperative Community Center, 1024 27th Ave. S.E., Minneapolis
Admission: FREE
Many activities for children.
Activities include:
· Dragon parade,
· red envelopes,
· games,
· music,
· crafts,
· balloons,
· tug of war,
· story reading,
· vegetarian potluck lunch (including some catered food).
Please bring a vegetarian dish, fruit, beverages, snacks, or dessert to share at the potluck lunch.
Feel free to pass this invitation along to friends and anyone else who may be interested in coming.
For more information contact Jenny Su at suxx0017@tc.umn.edu or Eugene Kelly at eugene_monica_kelly@yahoo.com .
Feb 5, 2008
Language Immersion Celebration on WCCO Web Site
WCCO has a video clip of several of the performances including XinXing.
http://www.wcco.com/video/?id=38025@wcco.dayport.com
http://www.wcco.com/video/?id=38025@wcco.dayport.com
Jan 30, 2008
2008 CSU Spring Festival Spectacular 2/2/08 6:00pm
"If winter comes, can spring be far behind?" The coming Lunar New Year willbring you the spring, and you're all invited to "2008 CSU Spring FestivalSpectacular" to celebrate this major holiday of China.
Six o'clock sharp at the Coffman Union Great Hall this coming Saturday,2/2/08.
Enjoy the wonderful CHINESE FOOD! Spectacular PERFORMANCE &GAMES! Venture at CULTURE BOOTH to learn & have fun! Get the RED ENVELOPE to see your fortune! Sing KARAOKE to be superstars! Play POKER to win PRIZE! You don't want to miss a event like this! Free admissions for all CSUmembers, and it will also cost five dollars only for the non-members. You can can purchase tickets at the door, please invite your friends or familyto attend this spectacular event with you!
What: 2008 CSU Spring Festival SpectacularWhere: Great Hall @ Coffman UnionWhen: Sat., 2/2/08, 6:00 pm
Six o'clock sharp at the Coffman Union Great Hall this coming Saturday,2/2/08.
Enjoy the wonderful CHINESE FOOD! Spectacular PERFORMANCE &GAMES! Venture at CULTURE BOOTH to learn & have fun! Get the RED ENVELOPE to see your fortune! Sing KARAOKE to be superstars! Play POKER to win PRIZE! You don't want to miss a event like this! Free admissions for all CSUmembers, and it will also cost five dollars only for the non-members. You can can purchase tickets at the door, please invite your friends or familyto attend this spectacular event with you!
What: 2008 CSU Spring Festival SpectacularWhere: Great Hall @ Coffman UnionWhen: Sat., 2/2/08, 6:00 pm
Jan 26, 2008
Chinese New Year Celebrations Around the Twin Cities
Here are links to family-friendly Chinese New Year Celebrations around the Twin Cities. Visit the web-sites for details.
Feb. 7 Minneapolis Park and Recreation Chinese New Year Celebration at McRae Rec Center:
http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=89&activityid=56670
Feb. 9 Northwestern Health Sciences University Chinese New Year Celebration
http://exploreminnesota.com/event.aspx?EntityID=21426
Feb. 10 Families with Children from China Chinese New Year Celebration
http://www.fccmidwest.org/events/CNY2008/FCC2008RegistrationForm.htm
If you know of any other celebrations, e-mail xinxingparent@yahoo.com with details.
Feb. 7 Minneapolis Park and Recreation Chinese New Year Celebration at McRae Rec Center:
http://www.minneapolisparks.org/default.asp?PageID=89&activityid=56670
Feb. 9 Northwestern Health Sciences University Chinese New Year Celebration
http://exploreminnesota.com/event.aspx?EntityID=21426
Feb. 10 Families with Children from China Chinese New Year Celebration
http://www.fccmidwest.org/events/CNY2008/FCC2008RegistrationForm.htm
If you know of any other celebrations, e-mail xinxingparent@yahoo.com with details.
Jan 24, 2008
Learning Mandarin
Zhining found a good web site for learning Mandarin online. It is created by Dr. Tienwei Xie. There are good sections describing Chinese language elements such as pronunciation, conversation, and characters and this site provides links to other good Chinese web sites.
www.csulb.edu/~txie/online.htm
www.csulb.edu/~txie/online.htm
XinXing Summer Camp
XinXing is planning on having a Chinese summer camp. Please e-mail suggestions and ideas to bross@superinfoinc.com. We are planning a week long camp and we need to know if parents would like 1/2 day or full day and what dates work best. We also welcome any activity ideas as well.
Jan 19, 2008
Electronic White Boards for Next Year
Dr. Lawrence and the XinXing Steering committee are interested in writing a grant in order to get Promethian interactive white boards in the four XinXing classrooms by the start of the 2008-09 if at all possible. The cost for the board, projector, wiring, and staff development is about $7000 a classroom. If you know of any companies that tend to fund technology projects, especially for schools, please e-mail Dr. Lawrence with your suggestions. Thanks.
Jan 9, 2008
Open Enrollment Forms Due Jan 15th
For a family who is open enrolling in the Hopkins district, an open enrollment form must be completed for each sibbling. The forms must be post marked by Jan 15th for next year.
Parent Meeting January 14th at 7:00
The parent meeting will be located in the staff lounge at Eisenhower. (The staff lounge is through the main doors. Go past main office and all the way down the hall where you take a left.Go almost to the end of the hall and take a right. Look for staff lounge.)
I hope to see you all there!
I hope to see you all there!
Jan 4, 2008
Chinese Cooking Class - February 7th
Cynthia Chauwan Crinklaw will be teaching a Chinese cooking class for adults at the St. Louis Park Byerly's store on February 7th (Thursday) from noon to 1pm. She will be cooking three of her recipes: Good Fortune Bao, Eight Treasure Shrimp with Rice and Double Happiness Wonton Dessert. The cost is $10 per person and you'll receive a $10 coupon to use at the culinary shop at Byerly's. You can register online at LundsandByerlys.com or by calling 952-253-3409.
Cynthia taught the Chinese cooking classes for our kids last fall. She would love to see some of our parents at her Byerly's class.
