Online Learning
The South-East Asia Center / Bridge International School has provided on-site and on-line classes without break since the first stages of the COVID pandemic. On-line videos were offered to all Read More …
Year: 2020
Golden Diners Return
After a COVID related break the Golden Diners Program is back, now offering carry-out meals. Seniors come every weekday and line up outside wearing masks and practicing safe social distancing. Read More …
Preschool Graduation 2020
The South-East Asia Center Bridge International School 2020 preschool graduation celebration.
Using the Local Library During COVID-19 Pandemic
South-East Asia Center ESL volunteer Michael and our ESL program director Jeanine partnered with the Branch Manager of the Chicago Bezazian Public Library in Uptown to explain safety precautions in Read More …
Food Donation from Asian American Law Enforcement
Police officers from Chicago’s Asian American Law Enforcement Association (AALEA.org) led by their president Henry Lai, delivered a sizable donation of food to be distributed by South-East Asia center to Read More …
Using rhythm instruments to explore the sounds of music
Each classroom at Bridge International School has an assortment of high quality rhythm instruments for students to use to explore various musical sounds. At home you can use boxes, pots, Read More …
Breaking Down Big Words and Current Events | 3rd 4th and 5th Grade
In this lesson Ms. Fei helps children better understand important terms like “systemic racism,” “police brutality” and “injustice” that are very much part of current events and which they might be hearing in the Read More …
Fruit 3 Languages | Trilingual Lesson
Ms. Min (Chinese and English Language) and Ms. Thanh (Vietnamese Language) introduce fruit in three languages, English, Vietnamese, and Mandarin. Listening to multiple languages prepares young children for language learning Read More …
Finger Play for Preschool Children
Ms. Ling and Ms. Min sing about Daddy, Mommy, Brother, Sister and Baby fingers. Finger play helps preschoolers with listening and fine motor skills. Wiggling each finger as you sing Read More …
Reading a Book About Possibilities
Although a classmate says that she cannot play Peter Pan in the school play because she is black, Grace discovers that she does not have to be limited by Read More …
Bridge Classes Are Open | Childcare Continues
We have been providing educational daycare services during the stay-at-home order. Now as we move into the initial phases of reopening we are enrolling children of parents who are slowly returning to work. Read More …
Rent Help Due to Covid 19
Help with rent. The Uptown Church Immigrant and Refugee Rental Relief Fund is here to help immigrants and refugees in the Uptown neighborhood who have financial trouble due the coronavirus Read More …
Video Series About Food and Nutrition | Multi-Level Preschool through Grade 3
A multi-video series about food and nutrition suitable for preschool to about 3rd grade. Full of many good ideas and basic information about where food comes from and how we Read More …
Backyard Exploration
Ms. Maryann reminds us it is important to get fresh air and takes us on a tour of her backyard to look at the flowers, hear the birds and see Read More …
Improve Balance
Ms. Nga and Ms. Thanh show you a simple activity to help improve your balance. Use tape inside or chalk outside to draw lines. Vietnamese and English bilingual lesson. Kindergarten Read More …
Keeping Healthy Book Reading
Ms. Janet shows and tells students how to keep healthy all year round. First grade and younger.
Making A Sculpture With Ms. Fei
What is sculpture? Ms. Fei show you one way to make a sculpture of your own Third grade and younger.
Making A Paper Flower
Ms. Nga show how to make a paper flower. You will need colored paper, scissors, tape or glue. You can make a smaller flower using the same technique if you Read More …