Students Head to China for Annual Summer Bridge Program

By Bri Perkins 

During the summer of 2016, students in ninth grade to twelfth grade will again have the opportunity to travel to China for the 2016 Chinese Bridge Summer Camp for American High School Students. 

DRSS students and other students in the Summer Bridge program in 2013

This camp lasts two weeks. During this time, students will participate in different activities such as papercutting, calligraphy, brush painting, martial arts, friendly basketball matches, international student get-togethers, and host family experiences. While doing these activities, students will also be traveling to different sites around Beijing and Dalian. 

This camp is hosted by Hanban, which is the Confucius Institute Headquarters in China, along with other Confucius Institutes in the United States. The purpose of the trip is to improve the understanding of the Chinese culture and language to American high school students. It is also meant to strengthen the friendships between the youth of both China and the United States. Maya Quale, a student who is attending the summer camp this year says, “I am most excited to eat authentic Chinese food, along with seeing China’s historic landmarks.” 

The 2016 Chinese Bridge Summer Camp for American High School Students is a unique experience for those who have been learning Chinese and are ready to immerse themselves into the Chinese Culture. 

Have a great time, everyone!