Middle School Chinese Program (Grades 6–8)
Speaking • Writing • Reading • Listening
STAMP Prep | Pathway to the State Seal of Biliteracy
Build strong, lasting Chinese proficiency during the critical middle school years. Our program helps students continue, strengthen, and advance their Chinese while preparing for STAMP 4S and future biliteracy goals.
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What Students Learn
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Confident speaking with complete sentences and organized responses
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Improved listening through structured, level-appropriate practice
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Strong reading comprehension using authentic and adapted texts
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Clear, organized writing from paragraphs to short essays
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Cultural understanding woven into every lesson
STAMP 4S Preparation
Our curriculum aligns with STAMP 4S performance standards and focuses on real test readiness:
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Speaking and writing practice based on STAMP prompts
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Listening and reading strategies for higher-level responses
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Feedback using official STAMP rubrics
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Regular skill checks to track progress toward Intermediate-High
8th Grade STAMP 4S Prep Class
Designed for 8th-grade students planning to take the STAMP test in middle school or early high school.
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Targeted STAMP 4S strategies and test format familiarity
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Timed practice and mock assessments
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Focus on clarity, organization, and expanded responses
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Strong preparation for the State Seal of Biliteracy pathway
Middle School Chinese Continuation Program
This program is ideal for students who:
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Completed elementary or immersion Chinese programs
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Want to maintain and advance their Chinese skills
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Plan to pursue STAMP, AP Chinese, HSK, or the Biliteracy Seal
We ensure students don’t lose momentum in middle school and instead move forward with confidence and purpose.
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Who This Program Is For
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Grades 6–8 students with prior Chinese learning
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Heritage or non-heritage learners
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Motivated students aiming for long-term proficiency
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Semester 1 dates:
Sept: 7, 14, 21, 28
Oct: 5, 12, 19, 26
Nov: 2, 9, 16, 23 (Skip Nov 30 for Thanksgiving break)
Dec: 7, 14, 21 (Skip Dec 28 and Jan 4 for Christmas break)​
Semester 1 tuition: $450 ​
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Semester 2 dates:
Jan: 11, 18, 25,
Feb: 1, 8, 15, 22
Mar: 1, 8, 15, (Skip Mar 22 and 29 for Spring break)
Semester 2 tuition: $300
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Semester 3 dates:
Apr: 5, 12, 19, 26
May: 3, 10, 17, 31 (Skip May 24 for Memorial Day)
June: 7, 14
Semester 3 tuition: $300
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