The 2025 Summer Camp, hosted by the South Coast Chinese Cultural Association (SCCCA) and Irvine Chinese School (ICS), will officially kick off on June 16.
This year, the program introduces an innovative approach by integrating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) themes into Chinese language learning for students in grades 2-6.
Parents can choose from half-day or full-day programs, combining language classes with cultural workshops, sports camps, and enrichment activities such as Chinese music, chess, and creative arts.
Early bird registration discounts are available, and enrollment opens on March 15.
Designed by Irvine Chinese School, the camp will run for eight weeks from June 16 to August 8, divided into four two-week sessions.
For Kindergarten and 1st-grade students (based on Fall 2025 enrollment), the Beginner Growth Program offers a full-day Chinese immersion experience (9:00 AM - 3:50 PM).
Each session features unique learning themes such as "Family Photos," "Come Join Me for Breakfast," "Happy Birthday, USA," "It’s My Birthday," and "My Leisure Activities."
Students in grades 2-6 will be placed in programs based on their Chinese proficiency: CSL Chinese Conversation Class (for beginners) and Language Discovery Class (for students with listening, speaking, and writing skills).
Both morning courses offer parents the afternoon options of Cultural Workshop and Enrichment Camp, allowing students to customize a full-day learning experience.
Innovative STEM-Integrated Learning
The CSL Chinese Conversation Class (Grades 2-6) and Beginner Growth Program (K-1) share the same morning themes, focusing on practical, real-life applications to enhance students’ Chinese listening and speaking abilities.
The Language Exploration Class (Grades 2-6) takes a new approach, incorporating STEM topics to help students develop Chinese proficiency while exploring scientific concepts.
Irvine Chinese School Principal Jennifer Su explains that STEM education has long been a focus for Chinese families due to its benefits in developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity.
This year, the school is introducing STEM-based language learning to make Chinese classes more engaging and relevant to students’ interests.
Exciting Summer Themes & Cultural Enrichment
Curriculum planner Ms. Leah Huang highlights four dynamic thematic sessions designed to immerse students in both Chinese culture and STEM education: "Science Explorer", "Treasure Hunter", "Engineering Makers" and "Martial Arts Heroes".
These sessions incorporate Chinese mythology and history, featuring legendary figures such as Nezha, the Monkey King, and Mulan, alongside hands-on projects involving treasure hunting, the Terracotta Warriors, pirate ships, science experiments, and bridge structures.
This approach bridges Eastern and Western learning to enhance students' curiosity for both Chinese culture and STEM concepts.
Hands-On Cultural Workshops & Specialty Camps
The afternoon cultural workshops are led by experienced instructors and feature engaging, hands-on activities taught in Chinese, including Cultural Handicrafts, Ancient Scientific Inventions, Traditional Ethnic, Chinese Culinary Arts and Interactive Play & Fun.
These workshops have been a highlight of past summer camps, attracting families from across the country.
Additionally, for grades 2-6, the camp offers half-day sports camps and specialty enrichment programs, including Guzheng (Chinese zither), Chess and creative Art and Crafts.
These courses allow students to quickly develop new skills while making the most of their summer break.
Registration Opens March 15 – Limited Spots Available!
Registration for the 2025 Irvine Chinese School Summer Camp opens on March 15. Parents can sign up online to complete the Registration Form.
由南海岸中華文化協會/爾灣中文學校主辦2025夏令營將於6/16起登場，今年針對2-6年級語文探索班(聽、說都會)學生，將首度結合「STEM」理工主題，學習進階中文，家長並可替孩子選擇半天或搭配文化工作坊、運動營、以及包含國樂、棋藝、創作美勞的豐富營，成為全天課程。
今年夏令營3月15日報名開跑，早鳥報名有優惠。因各班級名額有限，請儘速報名。
由爾灣中文學校所策畫推出的夏令營，從6/16到8/8為期八週，共計4個梯次，每梯次兩週。以K-1年級學生(以2025秋天入學為準)為對象的「初階成長班」，是一套針對幼小學生的中文沉浸式全天課程(9:00AM-3:50PM)。各梯次學習主題不同，涵括 : 全家福照、吃早餐、美國國慶、我的生日、我的休閒活動等。
針對2-6年級學生，則依學生中文語文程度分成CSL中文會話班(開始學中文)和語文探索班，學生並可和下午課程選項搭配，成為全天課程。
在課程設計上，各梯次上午課程的學習主題，CSL中文會話班(2-6年級)和初階成長班(K-1年級)相同，讓中文零基礎或入門程度的學生，可以透過一些實用、有趣的生活應用培養中文聽說能力。語文探索班(2-6年級)則讓中文已有聽、寫能力學生，透過「STEM」主題，利用中文學習和表達。
爾灣中文學校校長蘇依雯表示，STEM課程（Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics）是指涵蓋科學、技術、工程和數學領域的課程，這些領域深受華人家長和學生的關注,因為這些課程能有效培養學生的批判性思維、解決問題能力和創新思維，爾灣中文學校則是首次嘗試以這些更有趣角度， 引導學生切入中文學習。
負責規劃這項課程的黃蘊綠老師表示，在今年暑假四個梯次中，學校推出「科學先鋒」、「奇幻探險」、「工程創客」和「武道英雄」四個主題，並結合中國傳奇人物哪吒、美猴王、花木蘭、尋 寶、兵馬俑、海盜船、科學實驗、橋樑結構等內容，讓學生來同時接觸中華文化和初階 「STEM」概念課程，透過中西文化的衝擊，激發學生學習中文和 「STEM」的興趣。
在下午文化工作坊課程部份，將由經驗豐富老師以中文教授「文化手工」、「科學發明」、「民族風情」、「華夏滋味」與「嬉遊一下」等五種文化課程, 這些精心設計的動手課程在往年夏令營都廣受家長和小朋友歡迎，甚至有外州家長每年帶著孩子來參加。
另外針對2-6年級學生，學校也推出半天的運動營和豐富營(古箏、棋藝、中華美術等科目)讓喜歡運動或文化藝術的學生參加, 這些興趣班都可讓孩子在一兩週內迅速上手，豐富孩子的暑假生活。
爾灣中文學校2025夏令營3月15日開始報名，家長可上網填寫 報名表