Open House
​Information Sessions
Do you have questions about Palo Alto Chinese School (PACS)?  Are you considering registering your child for the 2025-26 school year?

We will have open house sessions on 4/18 and 4/25 7-8pm at JLS.  Registration for the open house sessions will be available soon.

2025-26 School Year FAQ
2025-26 學年疑問佈吿欄
When does school start and end for the new school year?
School starts August 15 and ends May 15, 2026. 
​Will classes be in-person or online?
Classes are in person on the JLS Middle School campus in Palo Alto.  Calligraphy classes are online only.
What is the class size for each grade?
Class sizes vary depending on the grade level.  Pre-K class size is 12.  In general, CSL class sizes are up to 16 and mandarin class sizes are up to 25.  For further questions contact us at [email protected].
Are there classes that fill up quickly?
Yes, certain grade levels fill up quickly.  As they fill up we will post the information about specific classes, and you will be placed on a waitlist when classes fill up.
Will there be a pre-K class?
There will be a pre-K class as long as the minimum enrollment number is met. 
​What textbook does PACS use for the Mandarin language curriculum?
The Mandarin language curriculum uses 美洲華語.  Please see the FAQ page for more information.
Last Updated: March 14

Student Absence Form
學生請假單

Please inform the school in advance of your student's absence.
​請於缺課前填表通知學校。學校將會通知老師。

School Calendar
學校行事曆

 
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