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MIP is ringing the "Golden Bell Award"

3/16/2023

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Capistrano Unified was awarded the prestigious California School Boards Association's Golden Bell! This award promotes excellence in education by highlighting outstanding programs and governance practices. Thanks to the efforts by both the Mandarin and Spanish immersion programs, we are honored to be recognized for the Biliteracy strategies that support all students in achieving proficiency so that they graduate from high school bilingual and biliterate. We are so proud of the teachers, aides, staff, and families for their dedication and support to the Mandarin Immersion Program.
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19th National CLASS Essay Contest Award Recipients

2/27/2023

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What an achievement! Help us congratulate the following students who earned awards from the 19th National CLASS (Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Students) Essay Contest! 

Gold Awards:
  • Michael Yousef (11th grade)
  • Natalie La (11th grade)
Silver Awards:
  • William Pang (11th)
  • Alex Nguyen (11th)
  • Julianne Tawara (11th)
  • Teddy Wang (11th)
  • David Song (10th)
Honorable Mention:
  • Delaney Adan (11th)
  • Oliver Jones (10th)
  • Fiona Kouwabunpat (10th)
To learn more, go to: ​http://classk12.org/en/student-contests/essay-contest/19th-national-class-essay-contest?fbclid=IwAR3LFNk1xTRTMWQLM3k6I4IoDvabzbI-hZm19JdLZAQm8vVhUdVg7XsnOa8
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12th Annual Gala - Enchanted Garden

1/26/2023

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Come together with your fellow Mandarin Immersion Program families for an evening of fun and fundraising at the "Enchanted Garden" Gala!

Saturday, Mar 25, 2023
5:00 - 10:00 PM
Hills Hotel, Laguna Hills


Whether you're new to MIP or have relationships here that have lasted for years, this event is meant for you! This year's gala is sure to enchant you with live and silent auctions, dinner, cash bar and fun.

​Gala fundraising and sponsorships will help continue to fund the resources and experiences that your MIP scholars enjoy. Early bird ticket prices are available from now until March 1. Go to our Gala page for more information and to purchase tickets today! 
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2023 Chinese Culture Night

1/18/2023

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Please join us on Friday, January 27th for Chinese Culture Night at Capistrano Valley High School. Performances will start 7:00 pm in the CVHS Theater. Starting at 5:00 pm there will be a Carnival on the CVHS campus. This is the perfect way to continue the Lunar New Year celebration! Please click here to purchase tickets or scan the QR code below for more information!
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FoMIP Spring Gala

11/28/2022

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Friends of MIP will celebrate Spring and the Year of the Rabbit with our upcoming Spring Gala! The event will be on Saturday, March 25, 2023, so mark your calendars now. We are looking for volunteers (graphic design, planning / coordination, day of) as well as donations and sponsorships - please contact Isabella Yiu at vp@friendsofmip.com if you can help!
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2023 - 2024 MIP Kindergarten Orientation

11/3/2022

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If you have an incoming Kindergartener (must be age 5 by September 1, 2023) and you are interested in the Mandarin Immersion Program, you must attend one of the below orientation sessions at Bergeson Elementary School. Call 949-643-1540 to reserve your spot. Learn about the program and meet other parents/caretakers interested or already have children in the program.

Mandatory Informational Meeting Times
  • Monday, December 5, 2022, 8:30 - 9:30 AM (Multi-purpose Room - MPR)
  • Monday, December 12, 2022, 8:30 - 9:30 AM (Library)
  • Monday, December 19, 2022, 8:30 - 9:30 AM (MPR)
  • Tuesday, January 17, 2023, 4:00 - 5:00 PM (MPR)​
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MIP Back to School - Mandatory Meeting Presentation

9/16/2022

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The deck presented at the MIP Mandatory meeting is linked below for those who were unable to attend.
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mip_back_to_school_2022.pdf
File Size: 2407 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

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Back to School Night (Mandatory MIP Meeting) & Welcome Back Social Details

9/15/2022

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Get excited for both our Mandatory MIP Meeting before Back to School Night at Bergeson, as well as the Welcome Back Social! Be sure to check out the important info below, including what to expect for each even and how to RSVP to the social:

Back to School Night - Mandatory MIP Meeting
​Thursday, Sept 15 at 5:00 PM
Bergeson Multi-Purpose Room 

Join us as we:
  • meet our new Executive Board
  • learn how MIP got started and its bright future
  • review the status of fundraising and the annual budget
  • discover how to get involved with your scholar's MIP education inside and outside the classroom
  • ​find out how to stay informed of upcoming events

IMPORTANT: Both the MIP meeting and Back to School Night are for parents and caretakers only, but luckily the YMCA is offering childcare for the night! Please reach out to mdrader@ymcaoc.org for more information.


Welcome Back Social - Please RSVP
Friday, Sept 16 at 4:30 PM
Rancho Niguel Recreation Club

Bring the family for an evening of refreshments, fun, and friends. New MIP families can chat with established ones and learn more about each others' experiences. Come meet your kiddo's new best friends (and maybe yours too!). 

Please RSVP by Thurs, Sept 15 at https://forms.gle/pQQT1qkyALa4KVrU6
Can you volunteer your time and/or lawn games? Click here to sign up!
 4:30 PM - Doors open
5:00 - Games for kids
5:30 - Light refreshments/food (need your RSVP for an accurate count!)
6:30 - MIP Board introductions and general program overview
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If you have any questions, please reach out to communications@friendsofmip.com. Looking forward to seeing all of you!

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March 22nd, 2022

3/22/2022

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​Cultural Enrichment Day 3/24 (Thursday) 1:00 – 2:00 pm
 
Please join us for the 2022 Cultural Enrichment Day brought to you by Friends of MIP this Thursday 3/24 @ Marian Bergerson Elem., after school from 1:00 – 2:00 pm at the front lawn.
 
Highlights:
·       Peking Opera Performance
·       Chinese Yo-yo Demonstration
·       Hands-on Yo-yo Experience
·       Arts and Crafts
·       MIP Gala Tickets Sale
·       Summer Camp Enrollment (Operated by Global Chinese Education Foundation)
 
Students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian to participate.
 
In order to run this event smoothly, we are also asking for volunteers to help in various stations in arts and crafts and keeping order while the kids take turns to try the Chinese yo-yo. If you would like to volunteer, please reach out to outreach@friendsofmip.com.

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Kindergarten  Language Immersion Program  2022—2023 Informational Meeting

12/2/2021

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Marian Bergeson Elementary School
All Tours will be in Person
8 a.m. — MPR
Please Call to Reserve your Spot
(949) 643-1540
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Thursday, January 13, 2022
Thursday, January 20, 2022
Attendance at one Informational Meeting is Required:
Application Window
December 8, 2021 to January 29, 2022




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  • ABOUT US
    • Friends of MIP
    • Friends of MIP Executive Board
    • MIP Sponsors
    • Contact Us
  • PROGRAM INFO
    • News and Announcements
    • Mandarin Immersion
    • MIP Campuses
    • Enrollment
    • Proficiency Testing
    • FAQ
  • GET INVOLVED
    • Donate
    • Become a Sponsor
    • Executive Board Elections
    • Volunteer
  • EVENTS
    • Annual Gala
    • Annual Community Events >
      • Chinese Poetry Recital
    • MIP in the Media
  • RESOURCES
    • Parent Resources >
      • Adult Mandarin Classes
    • LIPAC
    • MIPAC Meetings