Dear teachers and friends,
We are pleased to announce that the third annual Why Learn Chinese Competition is open for submission now. Contestants in 6th through 12th grade are invited to submit entries. This event is organized by Washington Chinese Education Association and co-sponsored by Chinese Language Teachers Association- Washington (CLTA-WA).
2014-2015 Prompts:
– What role will China play in your future?
– Compare Chinese and American culture, and explain how this relates to you.
– Choose a Chinese idiom and explain what it means to you. You may come up with your own, or choose from the list provided.
What? Contestants may submit original responses in English or Chinese to the above prompts in either of the following formats:
– A written entry: essay, poem, or song etc. (450-650 words)
– A video entry: song, poem, speech etc. (2-5 minutes)
Where? Submit responses digitally using the entry form on this page. Send video entries directly to waceducation@gmail.com, or upload to an online sharing service and submit the link. Limit one entry per contestant.
When? Submissions open November 24, and are due no later than January 19. Submission is free.
Why? Share ideas on the importance of China, and win cash prizes! Winners (3 from each category): – First Place: $200 – Second Place: $150 – Third Place: $100
Finalists (top 15%): – Certificate of Excellence
It is a wonderful opportunity for students to know more about China and its language & culture. It also helps promote Chinese program in WA. There is a great video for you on the web site below: http://waceducation.weebly.com/wlc-2014-2015.html
For more information, please visit waceducation.weebly.com or email waceducation@gmail.com
Thank you for your interest!