named programs · 9 · from sources
What they call their work
AP Chinese
Advanced Placement-level Chinese language course taught by an experienced instructor
Adult Chinese
Chinese language instruction for adult learners interested in language and cultural proficiency
Adult English
English language instruction for adult members of the Chinese community
Calligraphy/Chinese Painting
Class focused on traditional Chinese artistic practices, including brushwork and painting techniques
Chinese Dance
Instruction in traditional Chinese dance forms, with performances at school and community events
Chinese Language Classes
Weekly instruction in Chinese language for students across multiple grade levels, including beginner and advanced proficiency levels
Chinese Youth Orchestra
Music program teaching instrumental performance in a Chinese orchestral context
Computer Science
Introductory computer science course taught by a software engineer with industry experience
Math Classes (G1–G8, Special Math)
Math instruction aligned with grade levels, taught by educators with teaching or technical backgrounds
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 2 activities
- Conduct in-person cultural performances and community outreach eventsOrganizes and presents student cultural performances—including dance, music, and art—at community venues such as libraries, nursing homes, schools, and senior centers; hosts annual events like the Chinese New Year celebration at Monroe Community College and graduation talent shows.
- Host educational and commemorative events to promote Chinese cultureOrganizes forums, guest speaker talks, annual speech contests, and milestone celebrations such as the 30th anniversary event featuring essays, artwork, and photos to highlight decades of cultural and educational impact.
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Family-School Engagement Programs 1 activity
- Facilitate parent and community engagement in Chinese language and cultureProvides forums for parents, teachers, and community members to exchange ideas about Chinese language and culture, and supports volunteer and age-appropriate management opportunities for parents and students.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Offer elective courses in Chinese arts, culture, and academic subjectsProvides a range of elective classes including Chinese dance, martial arts, watercolor painting, calligraphy, dough figurines, youth choir, chess, math, programming, science, and computer science for students across grade levels.
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East Asian Language and Cultural Education 1 activity
- Provide Chinese language and cultural education to students of all agesOffers weekly Chinese language instruction using Pinyin and simplified characters to approximately 150 students, including core classes across multiple grade levels (e.g., CSL1, CSL4, AP Chinese), adult language courses, and instruction in Mandarin for learners of varying proficiency levels.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$55K
Contributions & grants$7K13%
Program service revenue$44K82%
Investment income$1K3%
Other revenue$1K
expenses
Total expenses$74K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$23K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$23K
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue -9.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 6
- Chao Xie — Vice Board Chair
- Jingcheng Leo — Board Member
- Xiangdong Mi — Board Member
- Ying Gao — Board Chair
- Zhengzhi Tang — Board Member
- Zhiheng Xu — Board Member
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- Brighton Library Partner — Hosts student dance performances by the Chinese School of Rochester.
- Chinese Church in Penfield Partner — Mr. Mitch Herring served as pastor there for 17 years and now teaches at the school.
- Chinese School of Rochester Partner — Collaborates with the Chinese School of Rochester on fundraising, program delivery, and student support initiatives.
- Corning Inc. Partner — Multiple board members — Ying Gao, Xiangdong Mi, and Xiaoju Guo — are employed at Corning Inc., indicating a recurring professional affiliation.
- Corning Incorporated Partner — Connected through Xiaoju, a glass scientist at Corning Incorporated who serves on the committee and supports the school’s mission.
- Esri Partner — Board member Jingcheng Liu is a principal software engineer at Esri, indicating a professional affiliation.
- IBM Partner — Board member Patrick Chan is a senior engineer and Master Inventor at IBM, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Mathnasium Partner — Ms. Yuming Yuan taught math there before joining the school.
- Monroe Community College Partner — Hosts the Chinese School of Rochester's Chinese New Year celebration event.
- Ocean Optics Partner — Mr. Tianyi Lu works there as a software engineer and teaches computer science at the school.
- Rochester City School District Partner — Mr. Andrew Capuano teaches ESL in the district while also teaching AP Chinese at the school.
- Rochester Institute of Technology Partner — Board member Zhiheng Xu works at the AMPrint Center at RIT, and Xiangdong Mi holds an MBA from RIT, indicating institutional connections.
- Rochester Institute of Technology Partner — Collaborates through staff involvement, including David Wivell from RIT's International Enrollment Office serving as a director at the school.
- State University of New York Brockport Partner — Board member Dr. Ning Yu is a faculty member at SUNY Brockport, indicating a professional affiliation.
- State University of New York Brockport Partner — Connects through Dr. Ning Yu, who is an educator and researcher at SUNY Brockport and serves as Vice Principal at the school.
- State University of New York Brockport Partner — Dr. Ning Yu is a faculty member at SUNY Brockport and teaches math at the school.
- University of Rochester Partner — Multiple teachers are affiliated with or currently studying at the University of Rochester.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Partner — Board member Chao Xie is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedics at the University of Rochester Medical Center, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Wilmot Cancer Institute Partner — Board member Kah Poh (Melissa) Loh is a physician-scientist at Wilmot Cancer Institute, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Wuhan University Partner — Mr. Andrew Capuano taught conversational English and American culture courses there.
- Zoom Partner — Uses Zoom as a platform for program delivery and operations.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Culture-Based Language Learningmethodology: culture_based_language_engagementBy integrating Chinese language instruction with cultural activities such as folk dancing, choir, and creative expression, the school enhances engagement and retention in language learning because cultural immersion strengthens emotional connection and contextual understanding.
- Student-Centered Differentiated Instructionmethodology: differentiated_instructionBy tailoring Chinese language instruction to students’ proficiency levels and interests, with emphasis on real-life application and foundational skills like Pinyin, the school increases confidence and enjoyment in learning because personalized, accessible pedagogy supports sustained motivation and mastery.
- Volunteer-Driven Community Engagement Modelmethodology: volunteer_driven_community_educationBy operating through volunteer leadership and integrating service opportunities for students and families, the school fosters a self-reinforcing culture of community ownership and lifelong involvement because shared responsibility builds commitment and intergenerational continuity.