2.6.2025 Washington D.C. Jackson Reed High School's Chinese Class Students Visited CCACC

On the morning of January 10, 2025, the Chinese Culture and Community Service Center (CCACC) welcomed 40 students from the K-12 Chinese class at Jackson-Reed High School in Washington, D.C. Led by their teachers, Xian Lu and Liwen Zhou, the students embarked on a journey of cultural exchange and discovery at CCACC.

Their first stop was the CCACC Art Gallery, where Li-Fang C. Liu (Deputy Executive Director of CCACC) warmly welcomed the students on behalf of Rita Lewi (Executive Director of CCACC and Director of CCACC Art Gallery). Following the introduction, Ned Li (CCACC Co-founder and Director of CCACC Adult Day Healthcare Center) provided a brief history of CCACC in Chinese. Under his guidance, the students eagerly engaged in discussion, making enthusiastic attempts to interact in Chinese, creating a lively and cheerful atmosphere.

Next, May Zhou (Executive Secretary of CCACC) introduced the ongoing exhibition "Home Is Where the Heart Lies," a solo exhibition by artist Mingming Cheung. She gave a brief overview of the artist's works and guided the students on how to appreciate the pieces. As they explored the gallery freely, many were in awe of the artwork.

The students then visited the CCACC Adult Day Healthcare Center, where each student stepped forward to introduce themselves in Chinese. Encouraged by their peers, three students performed Chinese songs, while another student gave an impromptu English song performance, even inviting the seniors to sing along. The lobby was filled with laughter and joy.

To conclude their visit, the students gathered in the auditorium to watch videos of the CCACC Youth Dragon Dance Team which performed at the Memorial Day Parade and Lunar New Year celebrations. By noon, their enriching cultural journey at CCACC had come to an end. This experience deepened their understanding of Chinese culture and sparked greater interest in their language studies.

Teachers Xian Lu and Liwen Zhou expressed their gratitude to CCACC for the thoughtful arrangements and warm hospitality. They hope for future opportunities to continue such cultural exchange activities, helping young people gain a deeper appreciation of Chinese heritage and traditions.

(Article by the Administrative Office)

On a chilly winter day, students arrived at CCACC after traveling via metro and bus.

Curious students were drawn to the calligraphy work displayed on the wall.

Ned Li (CCACC Co-founder and Director of Adult Day Healthcare Center) introduced CCACC to the students.

May Zhou (Executive Secretary of CCACC) led the students on a tour of the CCACC Art Gallery.

Students paused to admire the artwork on display at the gallery.

The students greeted the seniors from the CCACC Adult Day Healthcare Center in Chinese.

One student gave an impromptu English song performance and invited the seniors to sing along, creating a warm and interactive moment.

A joyful group photo.

Ned Li (center) posed for a photo with Jackson Reed High School Chinese class teachers, Ms. Liwen Zhou (left) and Ms. Xian Lu (right).