2025 Chinese STARTALK  Program At Weston High School CANCELLED

Disclaimer:
In some early materials, this program was referred to as a “camp.” That was a language and cultural misunderstanding. To clarify: this program is not a recreational camp, and it was not intended to operate as one.

The previous promotion as a “camp” was incorrect. This program is not licensed by the Local Board of Health and does not meet the requirements of a recreational camp for children pursuant to 105 CMR 430.000.

This program has been designed as a classroom-based academic program, grounded in a rigorous, standards-based curriculum aligned with ACTFL and the Massachusetts World Language Framework. All instruction was to be delivered by qualified educators in a structured, school-based setting.

Introduction to STARTALK:
STARTALK, is a federal grant program managed and funded by the National Security Agency. STARTALK grants fund innovative programs with strong language learning outcomes for K-16 students in support of the STARTALK goals. 

2025 Chinese STARTALK Camp at Weston High School:
With a mission to spark interest, build proficiency, and inspire lifelong language learning, the 2025 STARTALK program at Weston High School aims to provide students with engaging and immersive experiences. Our goal is for students to not only enhance their Mandarin language skills but also deepen their understanding of Chinese culture through interactive and meaningful activities.

Join us on an unforgettable journey into the legend of Mulan and the theme of heroism! Students will learn Mandarin while immersing themselves in Chinese culture through hands-on activities such as performance art, Kung Fu, Chinese yo-yo, traditional Chinese painting, calligraphy, knot making, paper cutting, and a special museum trip. Discover the richness of Chinese language and culture in fun and creative ways!

When: cancelled

Time: Class time: 8:45 AM - 3:15 PM

Students can be dropped off at 8: 00 AM earliest and picked up at 4:00 pm latest

Where: Weston High School, 444 Wellesley Street, Weston, MA, 02493 

Cost: free materials, tuition, lunch and field trip

Transportation to/from school: participants arrange own transportation

Who: any rising 9-12th Grade high Schoolers living in US

Application: https://shorturl.at/XHrt

Questions: maya@nslcma.org