1. Back to School Night September 12, 2019 Welcome and Introduction
MIP Overview and Statistics
Friends of MIP - Who we are
MIP Financials
Middle School Program
Ambassador Program
Ways to Get Involved
Upcoming Events
MIP Family Community Services
MIP Communications
2018 CNY Short Film
Q&A

2. 2019/20 Friends of MIP Executive Board
Welcome
2019/20 Friends of MIP Executive Board
Eric Chamberlain President
Melody Brown Vice President
Ingrid Feeny Treasurer
Mary Jia Financial Controller
Megan Holland Secretary
Alexandra Welker Communications/PR
Amanda Yeung Community Liaison Rep
Lisa Yi Outreach Director
Jen Pang Middle School Liaison
Thanh Nguyen Parliamentarian
Greg Hauser Bergeson Elementary Principal
Judith Murphine Newhart Middle School Principal

3. Mandarin Immersion Program Overview

4. Mandarin Immersion Program Overview
The MIP Program started in with 1 First Grade Class and 2 Kindergarten Classes.
Currently we have Kindergarten through 8th grade (approximately 450 students).
Elementary School - Marian Bergeson Elementary (LN)
Middle School - Newhart Middle School (MV)
High School - Capistrano Valley High School (MV)
MIP Program Model

5. MIP Statistics Student Demographics

6. MIP Statistics Student Primary Language
80% English Speaker
Cantonese
English
Indonesian
Other
Spanish
Mandarin 1%
80% 7% 9%
Based on 2017/18 School Year

7. MIP Statistics SBA Standard 2018/19 - Testing
Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) System
The Smarter Balanced Assessment System utilizes computer based tests and performance tasks that allow students to show what they know and are able to do. It is based on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English language arts/literacy (ELA) and mathematics and has three components designed to support teaching and learning throughout the year: the summative assessments, the interim assessments, and the Digital Library of formative assessment tools.

8. MIP Statistics SBA Standard 2018/19 - 3rd Grade
MIP Students met and exceeded standards compared to CUSD District Wide average in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Math.
Year-over-year improvement! 2017/18 Scores:
ELA – 60 District / 68 MIP (+5 District; +7 MIP)
Math – 62 District / 77 MIP (+3 District; + 3 MIP)

9. MIP Statistics SBA Standard 2018/19 - 4th Grade
MIP Students met and exceeded standards compared to CUSD District Wide average in both English Language Arts and Math.
Year-over-year comparison /18 Scores:
ELA – 64 District / 84 MIP (+2 District; +7 MIP)
Math – 61 District / 91 MIP (+3 District; - 2 MIP)

10. MIP Statistics SBA Standard 2018/19 - 5th Grade
MIP Students met and exceeded standards compared to CUSD District Wide average in both English Language Arts and Math.
Year-over-year improvement! 2017/18 Scores:
ELA – 65 District / 81 MIP (+3 District; +12 MIP)
Math – 54 District / 71 MIP (+1 District; +20 MIP)

11. MIP Statistics AAPPL Mandarin Proficiency Test 2018/19 - 5th Grade
The ACTFL Assessment of Performance toward Proficiency in Languages (AAPPL) is a performance assessment of standards-based language learning across the three modes of communication (Interpersonal, Presentational, and Interpretive) as defined by the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning. The AAPPL assesses Interpersonal Listening/Speaking, Presentational Writing, Interpretive Reading, and Interpretive Listening, and ratings are assigned according to the ACTFL Performance Descriptors for Language Learners.

12. MIP Statistics AAPPL Mandarin Proficiency Test 2018/19 - 5th Grade
100% at or above N-4
(Novice High- Target Met)
98% I-1 or above
(Intermediate range)
Year-over-year improvement /18 results: 92% at or above N-4; 6% at N-3; 2% at N- 2)
Our students will graduate elementary school with Mid Novice level or above
AAPPL test administered at 5th grade and 8th grade

13. MIP Statistics AAPPL Mandarin Proficiency Test 2018/19 - 5th Grade
64% at or above N-4 (Novice High- Target Met)
36% at N-3 (Novice Mid-Target Nearly Met)
2017/18 results: 82% at or above N-4; 16% at N-3; 2% at N-2

14. MIP Statistics AAPPL Mandarin Proficiency Test 2018/19 - 5th Grade
55% at or above N-4 (Novice High-Target Met)
41% at N-3 (Novice Mid-Target Nearly Met)
Year-over-year improvement
(2017/18 results: 37% at or above N-4; 54% at N-3; 9% at N-2)

15. MIP Statistics AAPPL Mandarin Proficiency Test 2018/19 - 5th Grade
41% at or above N-4 (Novice High- Target Met)
55% at N-3 (Novice Mid-Target Nearly Met)
2017/18 results: 94% at or above N-4; 6% at N-3

16. Friends of MIP – Who we are
Who are the Friends of MIP?
501(c)(3) non-profit parent organization to advocate for and support the Mandarin Immersion Program in the Capistrano Unified School District.
Friends of MIP’s primary goal is to raise funds to support the programs in MIP that are not funded by normal school district funds.
CUSD Board Expectations
Any costs above and beyond what CUSD provides will need to be covered through fundraising, grants and partnership efforts.

17. Friends of MIP Fundraise for Targeted Program Goals
Instructional Assistants - Help support teachers with daily classroom details
Professional Development Training - Training and knowhow to collaborate and pioneer immersion teaching methodologies.
Technology - Learning equipment; computers, smartboards, and electronic learning programs.
Mandarin Culture and Enrichment - On-Campus cultural & enrichment opportunities
Library - Mandarin language and cultural books
Operational Expenses - Financial fees, website, insurance, etc.

19. MIP Financials FY 2019/20 (FY20) Budget

20. MIP Financials Funding Needs for 2019/20 (FY20)
2018/19 Fiscal Year Ends 10/31/19!
$74,855 Funds Raised through 9/11/19
$140,150 Target by 10/31/19
($65,295) Additional Funds Needed
Suggested Donation
$400 per Elementary Student
$150 per Middle School Student
(based on 100% participation)
What could be cut if we don’t reach fundraising goal?
Fewer Instructional Assistants
Less Program Support
Reduced funding of technology, cultural enhancement, library books, etc.
Donation Methods
Kindful (Preferred)
Provides donation tax receipts
Tracks annual donation
Donors have the option to set up automatic monthly payment
Donation link:
2. Checks made out to Friends of MIP
3. Employee Matching with Companies
4. Become a Sponsor of Friends of MIP
Please stress 10/31/18 Fiscal Year deadline and encourage people to sign up for Kindful. We will have computer stations set up outside for signup.

21. Middle School Newhart Middle School
Home to both MIP and Two-Way Spanish Immersion
Currently 6th, 7th, and 8th graders (who will continue on to Capistrano Valley High School)
Ways that middle school families benefit from donations to Friends of MIP:
New Chromebooks in class
iChinese Reader
Professional Development for teachers
Cultural Enrichment opportunities
Mandarin books (in addition to MZHY)

22. Ambassador Program
Mission: To develop a parent network to unify and strengthen the Mandarin Immersion Program families through direct relationships; information and guidance.
Objectives:
Community outreach
Fortify parent network
Resources for parents
Bridge board and community
Ambassadors:
All current board members are all ambassadors.
Need volunteers for each grade level, especial lower grade levels.
Make new friends!
Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten - Lilo & Stitch

23. Volunteer Opportunities
Auditor- Audrey Shaw
Gala Committee- Melody Brown, Casey Yarosh, Rochelle Karr, Danielle Borish, Farah Madhat, Roby Carlin, Brandi List, Heather Lachtman, Justin Harvey, Alex Welker, Amanda Yeung, & Meg Holland  
Grants Committee- Jennifer Piazza & Melody Brown 
Ambassador Program- Lisa Yi  
Events Committee- Lisa Yi
Spiritwear Committee- Justin Harvey, Casey Yarosh
Sign up Genius sign ups available on friendsofmip.com and Friends of MIP FB Page.

24. Dates & Events September 2019 9/28 Confucius Day October 2019
10/24 Coffee Talk 8AM Bergeson MPR
November & December 2019
Chinese traditional outfits and accessories drive.
January 2020
TBD CNY Lunar New Year Fundraiser
1/25 CNY Lunar New Year
1/31 CNY Celebration at Bergeson/Newhart
February 2020
2/8 Lanterns Festival
2/22 Saturday MIP Gala The Hills Hotel, Laguna Hills
March 2020
3/13 Coffee Talk 8AM Bergeson MPR
May 2020
5/28 MIP End of School Year Social at Circus Trix

25. Community and Sponsors
MIP Gala
2/22/20
2020 Gala Location:
The Hills Hotel
The MIP Gala is our biggest fundraiser of the yearI It’s a fun night out to honor and celebrate our teachers with fellow MIP parents, teachers, staff, CUSD Administrators, and other sponsors of our program.
Our goal this year:
$90,000
Silent Auctions
Live Auctions
Dinner with MIP
Community and Sponsors
Dancing
Fun party games

26. MIP Family Community Services
2020 Spring Break China Trip
4/03/2020-4/11/2020 Beijing, Xian, Shanghai
Adult $2850/ per person $2650/ person under age 12 (Deposit of $1000 required)
Price includes: Airline Ticket, transportation (bus), high speed train,
admission fees, meals shown in itinerary, hotels
For more info:
Global Culture Education Foundation
Jennifer Hewitt, (562)
Adult Mandarin Classes
-Intermediate, Tuesdays, 8:05-9:20am
-Beginner, Thursdays, 8:05-9:20am
-Cost $145
-9 week series
-Classes begin week of October 1
- for more information and to complete registration
FoMIP’s mission is to encourage learning Mandarin Chinese for the whole family.

27. MIP Family Community Services
2020 Chinese New Year Performance
San Clemente Outlets
Date of Performance and Practices TBD
Peking Opera Summer Camp
Date for Summer 2020: 6/29-7/17
7/18 performance (tentative)
Age range: 8-16 yrs old
For more info: Global Culture Education Foundation-
Jennifer Hewitt; (562) ;
2020 Summer class: Fun with Chinese Language and Culture
Language Lessons, Variety of Cultural Activities
ELIGIBILITY: All School District Current K - 8 grade students
DATES: Monday – Friday (June 8 –June 26)
HOURS: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
LOCATION: Bergeson Elementary School
FEE: $395 (including registration, tuition and study materials)
QUESTIONS: Please contact
FoMIP’s mission is to encourage learning Mandarin Chinese for the whole family.

28. MIP Communications
Ways to receive updates and get connected with FoMIP:
Weekly MIP Updates in Bergeson BARK
Friends of MIP Facebook Page
Friendsofmip.com
“MIP at Bergeson” & “MIP at Newhart” Facebook Groups
(Parent Discussion)
Instagram - friendsofmip
Monthly FoMIP Newsletter
Communication via Room Parents

29. MIP CNY 2018 Short Film
The Mandarin Immersion Program is about cultivating our children to be global citizens by learning the Chinese language and culture. Thank you for your ongoing generous support!

30. Questions Concerns Suggestions
Q&A Time
Questions
Concerns
Suggestions