Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning-Atlanta Chinese School (TCMLACS)

2022 TCMLATL Story Telling Contest
2022-11-10 | By TCMLATL
To learn a language is one thing, to apply it is another thing!
Atlanta Chinese School and TCML Atlanta host a storytelling contest every year for students to apply what they learned and make a story out of it!
The winners of TCML Atlanta storytelling contest this year are:

Level 1: Claire Wan, Conny Chen, Nicolas Moss, Carla Williams
Level 2: Anthony Tolliver, Ruth Fike, Cole Hopkins

Congratulations to the story telling contest winners, what a great job!

2023 Lantern Festival
2023-02-05
Atlanta Chinese School and TCMLATL held a Lantern Festival Celebration (元宵節) with potluck (聚餐) on Sunday, Feb 5, 2023.
Everyone enjoyed the Chinese festival food, paper crafts for the lanterns, Year of the Rabbit, and guessing lantern riddles.
Lantern Festival is the 15th day of January in the Lunar calendar, and it is regarded as the last day of the Lunar New Year celebration.

2023 Calligraphy Workshop and Class
2023-03-25
Calligraphy Workshop and Class
文化課：書法講座和文化課
Dr. Lee Jan, a retired Sociology professor, also a known Chinese calligraphy master in Atlanta gave TCMLATL a calligraphy workshop on March 25, 2023. Dr. Jan went over the different styles and purposes of Chinese calligraphy, and showed how they evolved in Chinese history. Audience had an opportunity to feel the different types of brushes and learn their effects on brushstrokes.
TCMLATL also held a calligraphy cultural class in April, 2023. The teacher first introduced the calligraphy art forms, students followed and practiced brushstrokes, exploring the artistic expression of Chinese characters. The class fostered a creative environment, allowing students to engage with Chinese calligraphy and appreciate the discipline required in mastering this traditional art.

2023 Open House
2023-08-05
TCMLATL and Atlanta Chinese School held an open house for the Fall semester on August 5, 2023. The students had an opportunity to talk to the teachers, and try the classes before registering for them.

2023 Beloved Community International Expo in Martin Luther Kings’ Center
2023-09-09
TCML at Atlanta, partnered with Atlanta Consular Corp, participated in the Beloved Community International Expo held at the King Center on 9/9/2023.
This is the 4th annual event held at Auburn Avenue in Atlanta downtown.

2023 World Languages Day
2023-10-19 | By TCMLATL
TCMLATL participated in the World Languages Day on 10/19/2023. The event was hosted by The Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR), a U.S. Department of Education Title VI National Foreign Language Resource Center, whose role is to promote and improve the teaching and learning of foreign languages.
The high School and college students who came to World Languages Day have taken a 2nd or 3rd foreign language class at school. Some students were interested in learning Mandarin Chinese but their schools do not offer Chinese as a choice. Those students were interested in TCMLATL’s online classes.

2023 Story Telling Contest
2023-10-28
A story telling contest was conducted on October 28 and 29 in the Atlanta Chinese School and TCML.
Over 60 Atlanta Chinese School students, grouped in five levels, and 8 TCML students, grouped in two levels, participated in the Chinese story telling contest. The TCML level one winners are Hakim Sabur, Tracy Nguyen, and Addison Kao. Level 2 winners are Yasuaki Higuchi and Collin Seay.
Chamblee Mayor Brian Mock (in white shirt) happened to visit the Atlanta Chinese School that day and attended the story telling contest. Most contestants dressed up in their Halloween costumes and enjoyed their trick-o-treat after the story telling contest.

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Contest Winners

Addison

Collin Seay

Hakim

Tracy

Yas

2024 Lantern Festival
2024-02-24
2024 Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival (元宵節) is on the first full moon (15th day) of the Lunar calendar and it marks the end of the traditional 14-day Chinese Lunar New Year holiday (春節) celebration. TCML and Atlanta Chinese School celebrated the 2024 lantern festival on 2/24. In addition to the riddles (燈謎), dragon lanterns, and sky lanterns (天燈) with wishing cards, there were lots of prizes and yummy traditional festival food including the colorful sweet rice balls (湯圓 or 元宵).

2024 Calligraphy Contest
2024-03-10
After several calligraphy practices, TCML and Atlanta Chinese School students had a Calligraphy contest on March 10, 2024. Students did their best applying the brush writing techniques they learned in the class. Students who like to learn more about this Chinese culture can also take additional calligraphy classes offered at the school.

2024 Open House
2024-08-03 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning (TCML) and Atlanta Chinese School (ACS) held an open house event on August 3, 2024 at the Atlanta Taiwan Culture Center (5377 New Peachtree Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341). Over 90 people attended. In this semester, in addition to language classes, TCML students can also sign up for cultural courses offered by the Atlanta Chinese School, some of which are specifically designed for teenagers or adults.
TCML and Atlanta Chinese school continue to serve as a vital hub for those eager to deepen their understanding of Mandarin and Taiwanese culture. We welcome more students into our community and foster meaningful educational experiences. ￼

2024 Cobb County Event
2024-08-24 08:00 - 17:00
On August 24, 2024, TCML Atlanta Chinese school participated in the Cobb County International Festival, hosting a promotional event. In collaboration with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office, TCML introduced Taiwan to thousands of attendees. Our chopstick challenge and live calligraphy demonstrations, including writing Chinese names for visitors like Cobb County Commission Chairwoman Lisa Cupid, drew much attention. The event successfully promoted Taiwanese culture, Mandarin education, and engaged the community, attracting many to explore our programs and register for classes. We look forward to welcoming new students.

2024 Teachers' Appreciation Day
2024-09-28 08:00 - 17:00
The Atlanta Area 2024 Teacher’s Day Celebration and Teacher Appreciation Banquet was held to honor educators who have dedicated decades of service to the community. Among those recognized were Teacher Cheng-Pin Chen and Teacher Kristie Liu from TCML, who have each served at the Atlanta Chinese School for an impressive 40 years. Additionally, Teacher Shu-Fang Chen, the guzheng instructor for cultural courses, was honored for her 20 years of teaching.
The event celebrated the teachers’ unwavering commitment to education and cultural preservation. Their contributions have had a lasting impact on countless students over the years. The community extends its heartfelt gratitude to these exceptional educators, offering them warm congratulations for their remarkable achievements and dedication.

2024 Happy National Day to the Republic of China!
2024-10-06 08:00 - 17:00
TCML and ACS students attended a flag raising ceremony on October 6 at the Taiwan Culture Center in Chamblee. October 10th “Double Tenth” is the National Day of the Republic of China in Taiwan. In Chinese culture, the number 10 is seen as flawless, and with the combination of two tens, it embodies the ideal of “十全十美” (perfect in every way).
On this significant occasion, we extend our warmest wishes for continued prosperity, peace, and happiness for the world.
Let’s celebrate with joy and hope for a bright future!

2024 World Languages Day Expo -
2024-11-14
World Languages Day
World Languages Day is a global career expo that brings together organization representatives from businesses, non-profits, government, and education to connect with over 1,000 high school and college students about the global skills essential to their industries,
TCML-ACS were honored to be invited to make an exhibition in the World Languages Day event on Nov. 14, 2024 at the Georgia State University. Students were fascinated by learning how to use chopsticks via a competitive game, and writing calligraphy with traditional brushes in our booth. Through various activities, participants not only had a great time but also learned several Chinese words and phrases. The event was a resounding success, inspiring everyone and fostering a deeper understanding of Chinese culture!

2024 ACS/TCML Year-End Award Ceremony
2024-12-08 13:00 - 14:30
Year-End Award Ceremony
Date: December 8th
Time: 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm
Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning and Atlanta Chinese School held a yearend award ceremony, performance and luncheon on 12/8/2024. Over 100 people attended including guests, teachers, students, friends and family members.

Winners of the calligraphy and storytelling contests received their certificates and prizes. First prize winners also did their winning performance. The Arts and Crafts class did a display onsite with a preview of the cultural work to be done next semester.

In addition to the raffle drawings, the FASCA cultural ambassador students also impressed everyone with their music ensemble, yoyo and dance performances.

2025 Story Telling Contest
2025-11-15 10:00 - 2025-11-16 17:00
A Chinese Story Telling Contest was conducted on November 15 and 16.
This is a great opportunity for students to practice and apply what they have learned at TCML. The contestants selected and prepared their own topics, showcasing their achievement, and everyone did a great job. TCML contestants were grouped in two levels, each level selecting four winners in the rank of first, second, third places and honorable mention.

2025 Year-End Award Ceremony
2025-12-14 13:00 - 14:30
On December 14, 2025, TCMLACS and the Atlanta Chinese School jointly held a Year-End Awards Ceremony featuring performances by the winners of the Singing and Speech Contests. The event was filled with a warm and festive atmosphere. Distinguished guests, including the Director of the Overseas Community Affairs Council Cultural Center, were in attendance, adding great honor to the occasion.
One of the most memorable highlights of the ceremony was the presentation of a special award to Jennifer Hsiao, a student from TCMLACS. Earlier this year, she represented the center in the Global Mandarin Speech Contest organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Overseas Community Affairs Council of the Republic of China. With her outstanding performance, she earned top honors, becoming a source of pride for the entire school community.
In addition to the award-winning singing and speech performances, students from the Chinese School’s cultural programs showcased their talents. The graceful guzheng performance captivated the audience with its elegant melodies, while the diabolo performance impressed everyone with its energy and technical skill, earning enthusiastic applause.
The most exciting moment of the event was the raffle drawing, which brought suspense and joy as many attendees won fantastic prizes, leaving with smiles and wonderful memories.
Amid laughter and applause, the semester came to a successful, lively, and rewarding close, marking a beautiful ending to 2025. We look forward to welcoming 2026 together. See you next semester, and we wish everyone a Happy New Year and good health!

2026 Chinese Singing Contest
2026-03-28 10:00 - 2026-03-29 12:00
We are so proud of our students who participated in the preliminary rounds on March 28 & 29, 2026!
Each performance was filled with confidence, passion, and a beautiful love for the Chinese language. From heartfelt lively group performances, our students truly brought the stage to life!
Congratulations to all the winning classes! Your hard work and dedication truly paid off.
We are excited to share that our outstanding winners will represent TCMLACS at the Atlanta-wide Chinese Schools Finals on April 19, 2026.
This journey is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of growth, courage, and cultural connection. Thank you to our dedicated teachers, supportive families, and amazing students for making this event so meaningful!
Let’s cheer on our finalists as they take the next stage!

2026 Chinese Singing Contest Finals
2026-04-19 13:00 - 15:00
What an incredible achievement!
At the 2026 Chinese Singing Contest Finals of the Traditional Chinese Character Culture Festival,
our TCMLACS students didn’t just participate —
they swept ALL Top 3 places!
From beginner to advanced levels, every performance was filled with passion, confidence, and heart.
We are so proud of our students for shining on stage and representing our community so beautifully.
Congratulations to all the winners!
Thank you to teachers, families, and supporters for making this moment possible.

2026 Award and Graduation Ceremony
2026-05-16 13:00 - 14:30
On May 16, TCMLACS & ACS held the 2026 Awards and Graduation Ceremony in a warm and joyful atmosphere, celebrating the accomplishments and growth of our students throughout the school year.
We were especially honored to welcome Director Lin and his wife from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta (TECO Atlanta), who graciously joined us to give remarks and present awards. Their presence truly made the event even more meaningful and memorable.
During the ceremony, our graduating student shared a heartfelt speech reflecting on the journey of learning Chinese and personal growth, touching everyone in attendance.
The event also featured awards for the Chinese Singing Contest, wonderful student performances, and recognition for outstanding academic achievement and perfect attendance.
A heartfelt thank-you to all teachers, parents, volunteers, and students for making TCMLACS & ACS such a caring and supportive community.
Registration for the 2026 Fall Semester is now open, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for another wonderful year of learning Chinese language and culture!
