On December 7, 2022, at the invitation of Shelyn Elementary School of Rowland Unified School District, the Tzu Chi Education team brought a fun-filled environmental education class to the school.
In October 2022, Tzu Chi Elementary School, Walnut, California, and Tzu Chi Life Science Farm collaborated to teach students the Tzu Chi philosophy of “Knowing, Cherishing, and then Creating Blessings” by combining character education and organic farming.
Because of the pandemic’s impact, most public school districts in Los Angeles County arrange for parents to attend online “start of the semester” briefings. However, after careful consideration, Tzu Chi educators offered a “Back to School Night” in person to reassure parents of their many school safety measures and precautions.
We are launching our new “Gardening and Ecology for the Earth” program this Fall! LEARN MORE “Love eliminates chaos in society.” – Jing Si Aphorism Tzu Chi Elementary School WALNUT, CA At Tzu Chi Elementary School, we understand that in a global society often lacking compassion and wisdom, incubating these qualities in the next generation is of great importance. We teach critical thinking skills and foster the building of character while
On October 28, 2022, a special Halloween event, “Environmental Protection and No Tricks,” was held at Tzu Chi Elementary School, Great Love Preschool Walnut, and Great Love Preschool Monrovia. The students, teachers, and parents participated in the fun and educational holiday event.
Students at the pre-Halloween celebration held at the Tzu Chi Education Campus in Walnut, California, on October 29, 2021, have dressed up for the occasion. Photo/Michelle Young Written by I Jou Chen, I Hsuan TsaiTranslated by H.B. QinEdited by Ida Eva Zielinska Before Halloween in 2021, Tzu Chi school students in California took the lead in celebrating this fun holiday with their parents and teachers. On October 29, Tzu Chi
As the COVID-19 vaccination rate increased in the United States, many states began to ease restrictions affecting schools. In response, Tzu Chi Education Foundation’s character education team contacted Juanita Blakely Jones Elementary School in San Bernardino, California, about coming back to the school to provide in-person character education.
After a two-year pandemic pause, Tzu Chi Education Foundation was elated to be able to host their one-day camp centered around environmental protection. Students, teachers, and parents from Ekstrand Elementary learned how to “reduce, reuse, recycle” through immersive activities.
Just like Dharma Master Cheng Yen’s adult disciples, students at Tzu Chi Walnut Education Park take initiative to end all suffering (in their own small way). Children of all ages have the opportunity to eat healthy, plant-based meals and learn about how they are saving the Earth at the very same time.
Recognitions We are privileged to have received the following commendations and awards. California State Assembly, 2022 Certificate of Recognition City of Monrovia, 2022 Certificate of Recognition 1st District, County of Los Angeles, 2022 Commendation California State Senate, 2021 Certificate of Recognition California State Assembly, 2021 Certificate of Recognition United States Senate, 2021 Certificate of Commendation 5th District, County of Los Angeles, 2021 Commendation City of Monrovia, 2021 Certificate of Recognition
