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About RCLS
Raleigh Chinese Language School (RCLS) was founded in
September 1977 at the campus of North Carolina State University by a
group of enthusiastic Chinese-language educators. In 1996 RCLS was
registered as a non-profit organization specialized in teaching Mandarin
and traditional Chinese characters. Currently RCLS is housed at Forest Hills Baptist Church, at
the corner of Dixie Trail and Clark Ave. RCLS offers 26 language
classes at different levels and 12 cultural classes to approximately 300
students, starting from pre-schoolers to adults. We offer classes on
Saturday afternoons with a two-hour language class starting at 1:30 and
one-hour cultural activity at 3:30. School schedule is based on the Wake
County Public School System's Traditional calendar which comprises
Spring and Fall semesters. For program detail, please check out the Curriculum page. In 2009,
our language program was accredited by the Wake County Public School
System. Registered students at RCLS will receive high school credit
for their study of the Chinese language. Upon completion of the 8th
grade level at RCLS, students will be able to earn up to two units of
Chinese language credits at the Wake County Public Schools. RCLS and
the community enjoy a close relationship that includes sharing resources
and co-sponsoring cultural events. For many years, RCLS has worked
with local museums, schools, and other non-profit organizations to
support their cultural programs and activities.
Mission Statement
Through its on-site and outreach programs, RCLS is to provide high
quality instruction in Chinese language and culture to students of all
backgrounds and to promote cross-cultural understanding and cultural
diversity in the community.
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