Mandarin Chinese to be Offered

Students interested in learning the rudiments of Mandarin Chinese can avail of a new course being offered by The Harvey School Art Center Program in January.

The course will be taught by Daisy Rose, an instructor at the Northern Westchester Chinese School. It will incorporate the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) as well as Chinese culture and history. Hands-on projects in Chinese arts and crafts will also be included.

Ms. Rose teaches fifth-grade Chinese language as well as culture and history at the Chinese School. She also teaches eighth-grade Chinese geography, and has developed curriculum for the fourth, fifth and 10th grades.

The growth of China and the opportunities it holds for young people worldwide has resulted in an increase in Chinese studies. Knowing Chinese, says Ms. Rose, may give students an edge when applying to college and for those who want to major in international studies, knowledge of the language will be invaluable.

For more information, contact Ronald Romanowicz, the Art Center Program’s enrollment director, at 232-3161.