Dr. Tommy Lu

Department Chair of Information Technologies at Delaware Technical Community College in Wilmington, Delaware

Dr. Tommy Lu has been working closely with community-based Chinese heritage language school and organizations for over 20 years. He has served variety of positions including teacher, principal, president in local, regional and national Chinese heritage language organizations. He also served as co-chair of the ACTFL HLSIG. He is now serving as a core team member and a language representative at the Coalition of Community-Based Heritage Language Schools which includes all heritage languages in the US. He is also a member of America’s Languages Working Group of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences (AAAS), advisor of Asia Society and WMACS (Washington Metropolitan Association of Chinese Schools). Dr. Lu currently served as the Department Chair of Information Technologies at Delaware Technical Community College in Wilmington, Delaware.

Heritage-based Community Language Schools: The hidden treasure in our neighborhoods

Community-based heritage language schools are typically non-profit organizations founded and operated by parents and other members of immigrant communities for the purpose of maintaining and teaching the language and culture of their heritage. This informal discussion by different stakeholders will describe the goals and some key characteristics of community-based schools, explain why these schools matter, and share some stories from school leaders, students, and parents affiliated with these schools.

This presentation will be available for on-demand viewing on December 2nd during Global CRED. Register for Global CRED below, it’s quick easy and free!