Mandarin Program Home / Academics / Mandarin Program Why Mandarin? At The Honor Roll School, we are proud to offer a Mandarin program for our private school students. This program immerses our learners in the rich culture and language of Mandarin in a creative and hands-on way. Mandarin is the most spoken language in the world. Learning it can help your child in school, future jobs, and cultural opportunities. At The Honor Roll School, your child will learn Mandarin in a supportive space. Research shows that children who speak two languages are great at solving problems, multitasking, and thinking in new ways. Our program boosts academic performance while expanding our students’ awareness and knowledge about another culture. Frequently Asked Questions What sets the program apart? Our students are fully immersed in the language. They learn at their own pace while growing confident in speaking, reading, and writing Mandarin. What are some highlights? Our students learn the language through engaging games, songs, and stories that help them use the language in real life. They also enjoy dancing and listening to traditional Chinese music, discovering the beauty of Mandarin-speaking cultures. Hands-on crafts introduce our students to Chinese art while helping them develop new vocabulary. Our students start learning Mandarin characters, while learning reading, writing, and speaking skills. What grades can participate in the program? Our program is available for our students in 1st through 4th grade. For younger learners, our sister campus in Riverstone offers a daily 45-minute Mandarin enrichment class and a full-day bilingual classroom for Pre-K and TK students. To learn more, visit The Honor Roll Riverstone. How often are classes? All levels meet twice per week for one hour. How much does the Mandarin program cost? The program costs $500 per semester. Meet the Mandarin-English Teacher Ms. Jean Zhaojing Zhu (Ms. Jean) is a bilingual Mandarin-English teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience in the United States and China. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Jiangsu University. She also has an AMS Early Childhood Teacher Certificate. Her teaching experience ranges from early childhood through advanced level learners. Ms. Jean has a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by beginner and bilingual speakers. She developed a curriculum that blends the cultures and histories of both countries. She introduces her students to new ways of thinking and creates an inclusive learning space. She is excited to bring her expertise to our school and looks forward to growing the program. 教师简介/教師簡介 / View in Mandarin
