Last Friday, February 12, our ALA community came together for a vibrant celebration of Chinese New Year 2026 – the Year of the Horse! Students, teachers, and their families enjoyed traditional activities that brought luck, prosperity, and joy to kick off the lunar festivities.

Event Highlights

• Family Workshops: All the people received crafted red envelopes (hongbao) for good fortune wishes.
• Delicious Feast: Authentic food were shared, symbolizing wealth and happiness.

Community Impact

Our president and founder and teachers led interactive sessions on Chinese zodiac lore, fostering cross-cultural understanding among our diverse group. The event strengthened our ALA family spirit heading into the Year of the Horse, may it bring speed, energy, and success to all!

Stay tuned for more cultural events at ALA. Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🐎✨

The Graduation 2025 at ALA was truly magical and unforgettable! Students immersed themselves in the joy of the occasion, sharing their personal experiences, heartfelt feelings, and incredible journeys with classmates and friends. From the moment they shared their experiences, the air was filled with pride, excitement, and a sense of accomplishment after days of hard work and dedication.

It was a great day that captured the essence of growth, friendship, and achievement. Laughter echoed through the halls, tears of joy were shed, and everyone came together to celebrate not just individual successes, but the unbreakable bonds formed along the way. We shared the joy of the season, embracing the festive spirit with smiles, hugs, and cheers that made the moment even more special.

As we wrap up this chapter, this is a goodbye for now—but only for now. We’ll reunite to share new experiences, adventures, and milestones in 2026. Here’s to the Class of 2025: future leaders, dreamers, and changemakers!

At ALA, we cherish Thanksgiving as a special time to come together and celebrate as one big family. This holiday is more than just a meal; it’s an opportunity to enjoy each other’s company, share the traditional turkey feast, and reflect on the many blessings and opportunities life has given us. We take pride in fostering a warm and welcoming environment where gratitude takes center stage.

Thanksgiving at ALA is marked by joyful moments filled with laughter, heartfelt conversations, and the simple pleasure of being together. We appreciate the chance to pause from our busy lives to reconnect, support one another, and create lasting memories. Sharing the turkey symbolizes the spirit of generosity and unity, reminding us of the strength found in community.

As we gather around the table, we express our thankfulness not only for the food before us but for the friendships, lessons, and growth that the past year has brought. It’s a time to embrace the essence of family—both chosen and biological—and to honor the traditions that bind us. At ALA, Thanksgiving is truly about celebrating life’s gifts with gratitude and love.

At ALA, Halloween was celebrated with great enthusiasm and fun! Students enjoyed wearing their creative costumes and took part in an exciting “trick or treat” event. The highlight of the celebration was the costume contest, where prizes were awarded to the best costumes. Everyone had a fantastic time showing off their outfits and sharing in the festive spirit.

It was a memorable day full of laughter, treats, and Halloween joy!

Another memorable session at ALA has come to an end, and with it, we had to say farewell to our graduating students. It is a memorable moment as we have to say goodbye to some students who are finishing their courses and moving forward with their careers. We sincerely wish them all the best in their future endeavors, knowing they will always remain a part of our ALA family.

The students celebrated, said goodbye to their classmates, and shared a delicious meal while enjoying memorable moments together. As we move forward into the next fall session, we look forward to the day you can join us and become part of our family.

Summer session graduation day!

End of another session at ALA. We had to say farewell to the graduating students. It was a bittersweet celebration as we lost members of the ALA family to graduation. We truly wish them the best in all they do because they always be a part of our family. Our level five students danced, ate and enjoyed lunch provided by the academy. We move forward into the next chapter of ALA life. We look forward to a time when you too will join us and become part of our ever-growing family.

The Adventure continues!

Students and staff enjoyed another day visiting a local landmark. Everyone took the opportunity to learn a little more about the local culture and environment. Immersing oneself in the local culture can be a very important step in the process of fully understanding a new language.

Another fabulous fun field trip for the students and staff at ALA: We visited the nearby Greensboro Science Center. Students were able to enjoy a pleasurable day observing animals in the zoo and aquarium in this exciting local attraction. This was just another opportunity to practice their vocabulary, listening, and speaking skills while touring a local attraction.

Ala students and staff visited the Greensboro library. Students were able to get their library cards to help with research or for entertainment purposes. The library is a rich source of information and entertainment. Everyone enjoyed the visit and learned a little about the library’s vast resources.

Here at ALA, we understand that one of the biggest challenges that students face is the cultural differences in daily life. At ALA we give students the opportunity to practice daily life activities to develop Speaking skills that will train students to perform better in real life. The students had fun using their imagination to recreate what life can be like outside the classroom.