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Tzu Chi Academy
Miami, FL
Welcome!
2026-2027 School Year Registration
Registration dates:
Returning students begin 05/02/26.
New students begin 08/08/26.
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2026-2027 Enrollment
School Details
School hours
- School begins on August 22, 2026, and takes place on Saturday between 2 PM and 5:30PM.
Curriculum
- All students have three periods of Chinese classes, one period of Humanity class, or one period of extracurricular class (The dates of the humanity and extracurricular classes are subject to change).
Chinese Curriculum:
- Use Let’s Learn Mandarin as textbooks.
Extra Curriculum
- 20 classes are still under planning, subject to official announcement of the start of school and may include: Chinese folklore, Chinese Chess, Yoga, Baking, Traditional Chinese painting, Brush calligraphy, Art and Craft, etc.
Class Size
- There will be a maximum of 14 students per class. For a class to commence, a minimum of 4 students is required. If the minimum number is not reached, or for any other reason, the school reserves the right to cancel the class.
Placement Test
- All new students (except Kindergarten) need to take a placement test on the day of registration.
Parents Please Note
- A weekly reminder regarding school events and homework will be sent by Friday, either to your Email or WhatsApp messages.
- Parents are strongly urged to participate in school activities throughout the school year, including: Orientation, First Day of School Assembly, Parent/Teacher Conference, Chinese New Year Celebration, Sports Day, Earth Day Beach Cleanup, Parent Humanity Class, Buddha-Bathing Ceremony Humanity Class (May), and Last Day of School Assembly.
Requirements
Age
- 5 years old to under 18 years old.
- K class is available for beginner levels of proficiency from ages 5. Must be at least 5 years old before 9/30/2026.
- PinYin ~ Higher Grade is available for ages 6 and up. New students enrolled in first grade or higher will be assessed on the day of enrollment.
Uniform
- Students are required to wear white polo Tzu Chi uniforms, which can be purchased from the school office. Uniform and backpack purchases need to be paid separately through cash or by check payable to TZU CHI ACADEMY.
- Navy Blue Khaki trousers may be purchased at stores. No jeans are allowed.
Registration Date; Fees & Tuition (Per Annum Basis, Not Tax Deductible)
Registration Date
- Returning students begin 05/02/26.
- New students begin 08/08/26.
Registration Fees
- Registration fee: $30 (non-refundable) is required for all students.
Tuition and Extracurricular Material Fees
- $600. Returning students who enroll in class before 05/31/26 may get a $50 discount on the tuition.
Withdrawal And Refund Procedure
Please fill out the Withdrawal/Tuition Refund Request Form and give the form to the school. The school finance department will refund using the same payment method.
Refund processing time may take 3~4 weeks. No refund will be given for the $30 registration fee. An additional $15 processing fee will be charged to cover third-party administrative costs and credit card transaction fees.
| Week # | Due Date | Tuition Refund% |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | 8/21/26 | 100% Refund |
| Week 4 | 9/12/26 | 75% Refund |
| Week 7 | 10/3/26 | 50% Refund |
- Tuition is not refundable after the 7th week of the school year (10/4/26).
- No refunds will be given for expelled students.
- Students truant more than three times will automatically be expelled, and no refunds will be given.
- Parents must acknowledge and agree to the refund policy before registration.
Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning
臺灣華語文學習中心
Adult Chinese Learning Program
Join our engaging and practical 12-week Mandarin and Chinese culture program for adults, with flexible class options on Wednesdays and Saturdays
Who We Are
In 2013, the Tzu Chi Academy in Miami was established as the 23rd Tzu Chi Academy in the United States. The academy began as a Chinese class to help children of Chinese-speaking parents, many who were Tzu Chi volunteers, learn Chinese. Through years of growing demand and the desire to foster children’s character, the academy became the school we know as Tzu Chi Academy, Miami today.
More than 4,500 students are enrolled across 25 Tzu Chi Academies in the United States. Our current curricula of character education is inspired by Tzu Chi’s main mission: to bring compassion and relief in the face of suffering. To encourage this compassion and the spirit of giving, we know that it is fundamental for children to learn these formative, humanistic lessons at a young age. So, in addition to language lessons that allow students to reconnect with their heritage as well as academic enrichment, we are reinforcing positive character traits and preparing young minds for an increasingly globalized world all at the same time.
All Tzu Chi Academy teachers are experienced individuals dedicated to and passionate about the positive development and growth of all our students. They, along with support staff and administrators, strive to establish an atmosphere of warmth, welcome, and kindness. Parents are encouraged to join the classroom experience, too, and be present as positive role models as their time allows.
Our character education lessons are also deeply rooted in the teachings of Dharma Master Cheng Yen. We make use of her Jing Si Aphorisms, short quotes that demonstrate positive morals, and often use visual aids, storytelling, and interactive activities to teach them.
We also offer enrichment via humanistic education. These include any range of courses from Chinese language, environmental protection, sign language, and folk arts, to education about Tzu Chi.
More than 4,500 students are enrolled across 25 Tzu Chi Academies in the United States. Our current curricula of character education is inspired by Tzu Chi’s main mission: to bring compassion and relief in the face of suffering. To encourage this compassion and the spirit of giving, we know that it is fundamental for children to learn these formative, humanistic lessons at a young age. So, in addition to language lessons that allow students to reconnect with their heritage as well as academic enrichment, we are reinforcing positive character traits and preparing young minds for an increasingly globalized world all at the same time.
All Tzu Chi Academy teachers are experienced individuals dedicated to and passionate about the positive development and growth of all our students. They, along with support staff and administrators, strive to establish an atmosphere of warmth, welcome, and kindness. Parents are encouraged to join the classroom experience, too, and be present as positive role models as their time allows.
Our character education lessons are also deeply rooted in the teachings of Dharma Master Cheng Yen. We make use of her Jing Si Aphorisms, short quotes that demonstrate positive morals, and often use visual aids, storytelling, and interactive activities to teach them.
We also offer enrichment via humanistic education. These include any range of courses from Chinese language, environmental protection, sign language, and folk arts, to education about Tzu Chi.
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Beach Cleanup
October 10, 2022
Culture Class
Graduation Ceremony
Group Humanistic Class
Jingsi Aphorisms Contest
Lunar New Year Celebration
Sports Day
Year End Ceremony
A Welcoming Place for Every Child
Tzu Chi Academy, Miami
Email: [email protected]
School Location (Saturday):
8070 Pasadena Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
Hours: every Saturday 2:00 PM – 5:30
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