中友会 Zhong You Hui, Friends of Chinese Immersion, supports the Chinese Immersion Programs at Scenic Park Elementary (K-5), Begich Middle School (6-8), and Bartlett High School (9-12) in Anchorage, Alaska.  

Why choose a Chinese Immersion Program:

Mandarin is the most spoken native language in the world. It is the official language of China, Taiwan, Singapore, and the United Nations

• 1. Language Proficiency:
     Immersion is the most efficient method to achieve fluency in Mandarin, a language spoken by over a billion people worldwide. 

  2. Career Advantages:
     Being able to communicate in Chinese can significantly enhance job prospects in various fields like business, diplomacy, and international relations. 

  3. Cultural Awareness:
     Immersion programs expose students to Chinese culture, history, and traditions, fostering a deeper understanding of the world. 

  4. Cognitive Benefits:
     Studies show that bilingual children often exhibit improved cognitive skills like problem-solving, memory retention, and creative thinking. 

  5. Early Language Acquisition:
     Starting Chinese immersion at a young age allows for natural language acquisition similar to how children learn their first language. 

 Chinese Immersion Schools

Scenic Park Elementary         Begich Middle      Bartlett High