In San Francisco Bay Area, the renowned private high school, San Francisco School of the Arts (HSArts), is launching a new K-5 elementary school – the Academy of Science and Arts (ASA), with classes starting in August this year. Enrollment is now open, limited to only 30 spots!
Having been established for 15 years, San Francisco School of the Arts has boasted a team of highly qualified teachers who adhere to an integrated educational model of “morality, arts, and academia,” helping numerous students achieve their dreams of attending prestigious schools.
The Academy of Science and Arts in San Francisco will continue this successful educational philosophy, nurturing well-rounded talents with creativity, academic ability, and noble character.
For K-5 students, the school provides bilingual education in both Chinese and English. Through rigorous and professional academic and arts education, paired with rich practical experiences inside and outside of the classroom, students’ thirst for knowledge is ignited, fostering a lifelong love for learning.
The school especially emphasizes universal values such as kindness, honesty, respect, and responsibility, incorporating traditional moral education into the core curriculum, a philosophy that has been favored by parents over the years.
According to Dr. Sherry Zhang, the principal of ASA, the campus is located in the Inner Richmond residential area in San Francisco, neighboring the iconic Golden Gate Park, boasting a safe, quiet, aesthetically pleasing environment with convenient transportation.
Dr. Zhang revealed that while providing high-quality comprehensive education, the school’s tuition fees are more competitive compared to other similar private schools in the Bay Area. Currently planning to open two classes for elementary students, with each class admitting 15 students, classes will commence at the end of August, providing students with healthy and nutritious lunches. With limited spots available, parents are encouraged to seize this opportunity!
Drawing from 15 years of teaching experience and numerous successful education cases, Dr. Zhang believes that the best educational model is one that concurrently develops students in “morality, arts, and academia.”
She emphasizes that morality is the foundation for success. Dr. Zhang points out that “modern society has relaxed its emphasis on children’s moral education.” If a child lacks good character, “even with a wealth of knowledge and skills later on, they may not necessarily contribute positively to society.”
Regarding art education, the school schedules daily lessons in classical arts.
Dr. Zhang believes that modern society is saturated with fast-paced entertainment, leading children to seek instant gratification, lacking focus and perseverance. In contrast, traditional arts require rigorous training and repeated refinement, teaching children that “learning knows no bounds.” Only through continuous pursuit of excellence can they reach higher realms.
Research shows that classical arts education enhances cognitive abilities, academic performance, and key life skills. Data from the National Endowment for the Arts in the United States indicates that classical arts education also improves students’ empathy, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities, making them more competitive in a complex and ever-changing world.
Dr. Zhang emphasizes the complementary relationship between art and science, quoting Leonardo da Vinci: “To develop a complete mind, we must study the science of art and the art of science.”
She cites Albert Einstein as an example; not only a great physicist but also a violinist. His theory of relativity is concise and elegant, akin to a captivating melody, with inspiration stemming from playing the violin. Einstein himself acknowledged that without the violin, he wouldn’t have been able to solve any physics problems. Similarly, painters must grasp scientific principles like composition, proportion, and color to create extraordinary works.
“We have found that by focusing on character, art, and academia simultaneously, these children will undoubtedly succeed,” said Dr. Zhang.
Dr. Zhang emphasizes, “We place great importance on the selection of teachers, requiring not only a solid educational background and extensive teaching experience but also, more crucially, teachers must possess traditional values and educational philosophies, serving as role models and guiding children with the right values.”
She stresses the close collaboration between teachers and parents, highlighting the school’s “triangular education” philosophy – solidifying a strong bond among students, parents, and the school. “Parents are a child’s first teachers,” thus they cannot be marginalized.
“We hope that teachers can be both strict and kind, education cannot be overly permissive, everything must be balanced,” allowing children to learn self-discipline and respect within caring and regulated environments.
With the success of the middle and high school departments, why open an elementary school?
In response, Dr. Zhang stated that while students show significant progress upon entering the sixth grade, receiving systematic education earlier will ensure a more solid foundation in academics and arts, leading to even more outstanding performances later on.
She emphasizes that once bad habits are formed, they are difficult to correct. Young children are like blank slates, and cultivating good habits early on will benefit them throughout their lives.
Dr. Zhang also mentioned that the Academy of Science and Arts in San Francisco provides bilingual education in Chinese and English for K-5 students, aiding overseas Chinese students in adapting to new environments while preserving their Chinese cultural roots, and helping immigrant children rapidly improve their English skills to integrate into local society.
In the classroom, teachers will teach the Three Character Classic and the Standards for Being a Good Student and Child, while narrating vivid traditional Chinese cultural stories, allowing children to deeply understand the essence of Chinese culture, cultivating good moral character and cultural confidence.
For the convenience of parents to learn more details, the school will host two open day events, inviting parents and children to visit and inquire.
Dates:
– February 20, 2025 (Thursday) at 5:00 PM
– March 1, 2025 (Saturday) at 11:00 AM
Registration links:
– Chinese: [link]
– English: [link]
Contact information:
– Email: admission@hsarts.org
– Phone: 415-483-9082
Address: 1950 Page St, San Francisco, CA 94117 ◇