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Street: 8775 Aero Drive Ste. 138
San Diego, CA 92123 
Phone: (858) 505-9906
Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
⇓  Introduction To The School:
Throughout the academic year it is anticipated that the students will become familiar with, taught and put to use the following:
  1. Listening with comprehension
  2. Recognition of the Chinese characters
  3. Read Chinese
  4. Speak Chinese
  5. Converse in Chinese
  6. Write Chinese
  7. Interpret from English into Chinese
  8. Interpret from Chinese into English
  9. Translate from English into Chinese
  10. Translate from Chinese into English
  11. Chinese culture
  12. Chinese history
  13. Chinese geography
  14. Chinese crafts
  15. Chinese songs
  16. Chinese traditions
  17. Chinese festivals
  18. Chinese customs
  19. Enjoyable Learning
⇓  Why You Should Enroll
  1. A lifetime of bicultural enrichment.
  2. Be able to communicate with over 2 billion Chinese speaking people all over the world.
  3. Help your work when dealing with Chinese speakers
Quotes from parents and students about our school.
  1. Very good learning experience.
  2. Teachers are very good. They make the lesson interesting and practical.
  3. The time goes by very fast. Good text, easy to follow.
  4. Our classes are designed to give you value for your money.
  5. A very memorable learning experience.
  6. I have been studying in this school for 12 years.
  7. We have a lot of supplementary materials beside the text.
  8. I like the crafts.
Mandarin Cantonese
1.  The official dialect in China and Taiwan. 1.  The second most influential dialect which is used mostly in Hong Kong and Canton.
2.  Pinyin is recognized by China government 2.  Many different Romanizations
3.  Spoken and written Chinese are the same 3.  Spoken and written Cantonese does not match.
4.  Mandarin has 4 tones. 4.  Cantonese has 9 tones.
  • If you speak Cantonese at home, it is easier to learn Cantonese first.
  • You may later join the Mandarin class and master both dialects.
We encourage students to buy a Chinese-English dictionary and an English-Chinese dictionary.
⇓  School Outline
Throughout the academic year it is anticipated that the students will become familiar with, taught and put to use the following:
Teach: Listening, speaking, reading, writing, evolution of Chinese writing, custom, calligraphy, interpretation, translation, history, songs, poems, crafts, philosophy, useful and practical guide to understanding the language and culture of contemporary and ancient China, Chinese computers (in advanced class).
Term: From September to May, commitment of entire school year is required. Registration begins in August. Call for appointment
Time: Every Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon (Except public holidays)
Dialects: Cantonese, the principal dialect used by 54 million people in southern China, Hong Kong, Macau, South East Asia, Canada, USA and South America.

Mandarin, the official dialect of China is used by 800 million Chinese daily in Taiwan and all of China and other parts of the world.
Levels: Children, youth, teens and adult classes.
Beginning, intermediate and advanced.
We offer small classes with personalized instruction.

Taught by native born speakers using correct, precise, natural pronunciation and intonation of the standard version of the dialect. This provides students with a solid foundation of the language. Success reate depends on how much motivation one has, how fast one learns, how much time one devotes to study.

Fee:$475.00 for the entire year, books are extra, parking free
Contact: Sally Wong-Avery, Principal
⇓  School Curriculum
School Curriculum

Throughout the academic year it is anticipated thatthe students will become familiar with, taught and put to use the following:
Saturday
08:30 - 08:30 Teachers Meeting
08:30 - 09:00 General Assembly - Auditorium
Sally Wong-Avery - Principal
  Culture, Stories, Proverbs, Songs, Crafts, Videos, Festivals, Philosophy
09:00 - 09:45
1. Roll Call
2. Collect Homework / Return Corrected Homework
3. Answer Questions / Review Last  Week's Lesson
4. Converse in Chinese
5. Teach New Words / Vocabulary, New Lessons
6. Pronounce / Read / Read Aloud
7. Meaning / Usage
8. Write
9. Ask / Answer Questions
10. Phrase / Sentence / Essay
09:45 - 10:00 Recess
10:00 - 12:00
1. Teach Practice Lesson (CSL)
2. Assign Homework
3. Students Can Start HomeworkM

Each teacher must make sure their students have left school before he/she can leave campus.

⇓  School Calendar
This is the most accurate school schedule, however, as times and events mayarise which alters this schedule - all students and parents will be notified.

September

2006
6
 
First Day of School
13
20
 
27
 

October
4
11
18
25

November
1
8
15
22

24

Thanksgiving

December
6
13
20

Mid Term
27

Christmas
29

January
2007
3

New Years
10
17
24
31

February
7
14

Presidents Day
21
28

March
7
14
21
28
 
 

April
4

11

Easter
18
25

May
2
9
 
16

Finals
23

Memorial Day
30

Commencement
⇓  Accreditation
Chinese School of San Diego is an accredited institution by:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Accrediting Commission for Schools
533 Airport Blvd., Suite 200, Burlingame, CA 94140
(650) 696-1060
Candidate for Accreditation. Approved by the Schools Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

San Diego Unified School District
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Canyon Crest Academy
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San Dieguito Academy
Torrey Pines High School
Middle Schools, Junior High Schools, and Private Schools
We work with private high schools individually.

For CSSD students attending San Diego Unified School District Middle and Junior High Schools 7th and 8th grades, we can also transfer credit.

Please contact CSSD office for details.
⇓  School Rules
⇓  Student Rules of Conduct
General Rules
  1. All students must respect CSSD rules, administrators, teachers, and fellow students.
  2. No gum chewing, shouting, or any other disruptive behavior allowed.
  3. Students may not transfer between classes without prior approval by Principal.
  4. Students are expected to help keep CSSD grounds and classrooms clean at all times.
  5. Students are expected to attend every Saturday, from School Assembly at 9am and remain on CSSD campus until noon. Students are not allowed off campus.
  6. Frequent tardiness may result in Principal requesting a meeting with parents.
  7. Inappropriate language, fighting, or violent behavior will NOT be tolerated.
  8. Absolutely no firearms, knives, weapons, any form of explosives, illegal drugs, cigarettes, or alcoholic beverages allowed at School. Any such violations are causes for immediate expulsion and may be reported to police authorities.
  9. If students wish to withdraw from CSSD, students and/or parents must notify their teacher & CSSD administration. School tuition is non-refundable.
  10. School Uniforms
    1. All students must wear school uniform to school.
    2. Students must wear appropriate attire. (i.e. no ripped clothing, no hats, etc.)
    3. New students are issued a free uniform at beginning of school year.
    4. Returning students must wear their previously issued uniform or purchase a new uniform.
    5. Students must purchase, at their own expense, another uniform to replace their lost uniform.
  1. Disciplinary Action
    1. First violation � Verbal Warning
    2. Second Violation � Notify Parents
    3. Third Violation � Dismissal from CSSD and notation on student record
    4. Teachers may temporarily suspend disruptive students and/or notify their parents.
Rules Inside Classrooms
  1. Respect and follow your teacher's directions.
  2. Students should sit properly and remain attentive in class.
  3. No visitors are allowed in class without prior approval of Principal & teacher.
  4. Students must return desks and chairs to their original position.
  5. No eating or drinking allowed inside classrooms.
  6. Properly care for all classroom equipment, books, notes, wall decorations.
  7. Students are responsible for their own personal belongings.
  8. Students and their parents are responsible for any damage to school property.
Rules Outside Classroom (Includes Campus and Office Building Grounds)
  1. Listen and follow all security instructions.
  2. No climbing, running, or damage to surrounding office building stairs or grounds.
  3. Only play in designated areas during recess.
For more information and questions, please contact CSSD School Administration.
⇓  Teacher's Rules of Conduct
General Rules
  1. Teachers are expected to maintain classroom decorum.
  2. Teachers must wear their Chinese Teacher's uniform, issued by CSSD.
  3. Teachers must attend Principal meeting 30 minutes prior to school assembly.
  4. Teachers share responsibility in maintaining the safety of CSSD students.
  5. Teachers must wait until all parents have picked up their students before leaving.
  6. Be available for parents to discuss student's progress or concerns after school.
  7. Teachers must volunteer and rotate shifts to supervise student safety during recess and after school, when parents pick up students.
  8. Teachers are expected to help keep CSSD grounds and classrooms clean at all times.
  9. If students wish to withdraw from CSSD, teachers must notify School Principal. School tuition is non-refundable.
  10. Teachers are required to know and encourage their students to abide by Student Rules of Conduct.
In Classroom
  1. Exercise Class Control
  2. Write your name on chalkboard
  3. Start lessons by writing new words on chalkboard
  4. Provide memorization, drills lessons, meanings, and questions
  5. Be positive and stimulate student's minds
  6. Allow students time to practice
  7. Read and pronounce loudly for students to hear
  8. Show students practical exercises
  9. Emphasize the quality of your teaching
For more information and questions, please contact CSSD School Administration.
⇓  High School Credit Program
Chinese School of San Diego

High School Credit Guidelines
Available for Grades 9-12

San Diego Unified School District
Poway Unified School District
Escondido Union High School District
San Dieguito School District


Please come to CSSD office to inquire about other schools
I. Eligible Classes (Mandarin & Cantonese)
a.
b.
c.
Chinese Language 1/2
Chinese Language 3/4
Chinese Language 5/6
II. Class Schedule
a.
b.
c.
Complete 95 hours of classroom instruction.
Complete 5 hours of Chinese Cultural Activities.
Completion of 100 total hours per school year.
III. Grading
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
 Grade A
Grade B
Grade C
Grade D
Grade F
 90-100%
80-89%
70-79%
60-69%
59-0%, includes students not completing school year or who fail to take their final exam.
f.

g. 		Student's grades are dependent upon weekly quizzes, homework, attendance, class participation, and demonstrated competency on oral and written exams.
Citizenship grades are based upon student's tardiness, turning in homework on time, poor attendance, and classroom/ school behavior. Grades are Excellent (E), Good (G), Satisfactory (S), and Unsatisfactory (U).
IV.  Attendance
a.
b.
c.
Weekly attendance is mandatory.
Class instruction is every Saturday morning from 8:30am to 12:00pm.
Students absent for more than 10 hours per semester will result in immediate disqualification from High School Credit Program.
V.  Registration & Withdrawal
a.
b.
c.
Students are responsible for registering with their individual high school within the first two weeks of the school semester.
Students must notify their CSSD teacher and the CSSD Administration their intention to participate within first two weeks of the semester.
Students may withdraw from high school credit program within the first two weeks of each semester.
Students are responsible for notifying their individual high schoolcounselor, their CSSD teacher, and CSSD Administration of their intention to withdraw within the first two weeks of the school semester.
No withdrawals allowed after the first two weeks of CSSD school year has begun.
VI.  Chinese School of San Diego Mandatory Requirements
 a.
 b.
Report cards are mailed directly to individual high schools, each end of semester.
Students must follow Chinese School of San Diego school rules and policies.

VII.  Student Responsibilities
 a.
 b.
Students are responsible for picking up any necessary forms (e.g. Off Campus Study Form or the Independent Study Form) from their individual school's counselor office.
Students are responsible for notifying CSSD Administration, CSSD teacher, and their individual high school of their desire to withdraw from CSSD High School Credit Program within the first two weeks of the semester.

For more information and questions, please contact CSSD Administration.
*CSSD Principal reserves the right to make changes to these requirements when necessary.*