Class of 2021 Scholarships
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Congrats to TACT's scholarship class of 2021!
The 2021 scholarship committee was chaired by Matthew Allen and its members included Allyson Lam, Anita Wu, Bob Jow, Brian Louie, Cynthia Cen, Darlene Lim, George Lai, Helen Joe-Lew, Janet Tse, John Kuang, Judy Cheng, Lauren Marshman, Lydia Ma, May Choi, Mei Kwan, Selina Mok, Serena Chan, Stacy Joe, and Stephanie Huang. |
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About the Scholarship:
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1. KAREN HE
Abraham Lincoln High ES/MS: Saint Thomas the Apostle Career Goal(s): Business/Quantitative/Data Analyst; Project Manager; Work in the Business Industry Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Teacher’s Assistant as Alumni, Huada Chinese School Academy; Co-founder/president, World Association of Young Artists (WAOYA); Volunteer, Silk Road Summer Camp; Founder/president, Girls Self Defense Club; General Manager/Core Manager, Associated Student Body (ASB); First Degree Black Belt in Karate, HaKuaKai Karate Do “She is a dedicated student who stands out among her peers for her ambition, resilience, and kindness. … Karen came to our big district school from a small Catholic K-8 school consisting of only 30 people, she quickly adapted and took advantage of rigorous academic programs as well as taking on leadership positions inside and outside of school. … Being a leader can sometimes get cloudy with benefitting only yourself, but Karen is the opposite. … Karen is the type of leader who is willing to put in the work and get things done. … During a big event that her team planned, the emcee cancelled last minute, Karen took on the emcee role to save the event, but gave the credit to her team for making it possible.” Erika Thieu, Academic Counselor Abraham Lincoln High |
Mabel and Din Lew Lee Memorial Scholarship
The Lew-Lee Family is honored for the privilege to support a deserving student recognized by TACT. Supporting the community was the foundation our parents instilled in us. While education is an important ingredient to a financially rewarding career path, one must not forget their roots and the path carved for them by their family, friends, and mentors. May this scholarship provide the recipient with the beginning foundation to achieving their goals towards an enriching life for them and others for a better world.
The Lew-Lee Family is honored for the privilege to support a deserving student recognized by TACT. Supporting the community was the foundation our parents instilled in us. While education is an important ingredient to a financially rewarding career path, one must not forget their roots and the path carved for them by their family, friends, and mentors. May this scholarship provide the recipient with the beginning foundation to achieving their goals towards an enriching life for them and others for a better world.
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2. EMILY HUANG
Lowell High Lawton Alternative Career Goal: Mechanical Engineer Community Service/ExtraCurricular Activities: Youth Helping Youth, Chinatown Community Development Center, Adopt-an-Alleyway, Chinatown Alleyway Tour Guide, The Mentorship Project, Lowell Science Days Club, Peer Mentoring, FIRST Robotics Team “Emily will excel in her interest in the mechanical engineering and architecture field with her creativity and passion for bridging the divide between underrepresented students. She can tackle every challenge ahead with equal vigor. She is an aspiring creator, provides smooth collaboration, understands shared goals, pays attention to detail, and is committed to giving her all for her community.” Lisa Yu, Senior Community Organizer Youth Leadership Empowerment Chinatown Community Development Center Austin & Vanita Louie Family Scholarship
The Louie family embraces all the future young leaders who attend public schools in San Francisco. By being selected means you have been identified as one of the future young leaders! Thank You to ALL the Chinese Teachers in San Francisco. |
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3. Quimei Fan
Galileo Academy of Science & Technology Lixian Middle Xinmiao Elementary Career Goal: Chemist/Forensic Officer Community Service/ExtraCurricular Activities: Community Youth Center, Youth for Community Engagement Club, Chinese Culture Club, Japanese Community Youth Council, Mayor’s Youth Employment and Education Program “Not only does Blanca work hard in school, but she is also very motivated to contribute back to her community. She serves the elders by teaching them technology, has immersed herself in leadership positions to develop disaster prevention plans for seniors, and so much more.” Melody Wong, Newcomer Counselor Galileo Academy of Science & Technology William and Gayle Chan Family Scholarship
Both William and Gayle immigrated to this country at the age of twelve and strongly believe that education is the key to the betterment of a person and society at large. Education opportunities should be made available and academic excellence be acknowledged and encouraged. Toward this end, we are very proud to support this wonderful scholarship, to help develop the next generation of innovators, contributors and leaders. |
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4. JESSICA YU
Lowell High School Aptos Middle School Visitacion Valley Elementary Career Goal: Foreign and Domestic Policy Community Service/ExtraCurricular Activities: Shield and Scroll Honor Society, SF Board of Supervisors, CSF Tutoring, Lowell Student Association, SFUSD Student Advisory Council, California Empowerment Collective, Lowell Student Body President, Model UN, Softball, Shield and Scroll Honor Society, Sports Medicine Club “Jessica is dedicated to being a youth advocate on several platforms. Her hope is to continue learning and having new experiences in the fields of public policy, political science, international relations and environmental sciences. She has curiosity and passions as indicated by her breadth of interests. Jessica seems to hold the capabilities to be involved with her community as an advocate, academically and socially. I have no doubt she will thrive in programs of her interest.” Amber Wilson, Counselor Lowell High School |
SQUARE AND CIRCLE CLUB/ELAINE JANG SCHOLARSHIP
The Square and Circle Club (S&C) was founded in San Francisco Chinatown in 1924 and is the oldest Chinese/Asian women’s service organization in the nation. The Club’s name 方圓社 is derived from a Chinese adage, “Be SQUARE in deeds, and all-ROUND in knowledge.” They will recognize their 97th Anniversary in June 2021.
Dr. Elaine Jang attended Commodore Stockton Elementary School, Francisco Junior High, and Lowell High School. She joined S&C in 1937 when she was 17 years old and celebrated her 102nd birthday in October 2020. She is a lifelong member of the Congregational Church in Chinatown, where she was born on the fifth floor. Elaine earned her Doctorate of Optometry from UC Berkeley, being one of three women in the class of 1940. After graduation, she substituted for her classmates’ practices in Fresno when they were sent to internment camps during WWII, and worked at Fort Mason giving eye exams to soldiers before deployment. She eventually fulfilled her dream of opening her own business, taking over a practice when an Italian optometrist in North Beach retired. Elaine’s practice was the first Chinese-owned business in North Beach.
Some of Elaine’s S&C activities, which has helped support the community, include holding various offices and chairing numerous service and fundraising committees. She serves as a mentor and role model for members. Through the years, Elaine’s dedication to S&C and the community has been unyielding.
The Square and Circle Club (S&C) was founded in San Francisco Chinatown in 1924 and is the oldest Chinese/Asian women’s service organization in the nation. The Club’s name 方圓社 is derived from a Chinese adage, “Be SQUARE in deeds, and all-ROUND in knowledge.” They will recognize their 97th Anniversary in June 2021.
Dr. Elaine Jang attended Commodore Stockton Elementary School, Francisco Junior High, and Lowell High School. She joined S&C in 1937 when she was 17 years old and celebrated her 102nd birthday in October 2020. She is a lifelong member of the Congregational Church in Chinatown, where she was born on the fifth floor. Elaine earned her Doctorate of Optometry from UC Berkeley, being one of three women in the class of 1940. After graduation, she substituted for her classmates’ practices in Fresno when they were sent to internment camps during WWII, and worked at Fort Mason giving eye exams to soldiers before deployment. She eventually fulfilled her dream of opening her own business, taking over a practice when an Italian optometrist in North Beach retired. Elaine’s practice was the first Chinese-owned business in North Beach.
Some of Elaine’s S&C activities, which has helped support the community, include holding various offices and chairing numerous service and fundraising committees. She serves as a mentor and role model for members. Through the years, Elaine’s dedication to S&C and the community has been unyielding.
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5. DINA WU
Balboa High Francisco Middle 新华第四小学(中国) (ES in China) Career Goal: Researcher Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Sketch actress, Community Improvement Service (CIS); Activities set-up, Youth for Community Engagement (YCE); Wilderness Arts and Literacy Collaborative (WALC); Track and Field, Badminton, Balboa High School “Dina’s boldness is best exemplified by her performance during our many class debates and discussions. … I would be remiss if I failed to mention Dina’s poetry … because this is truly where her willingness to experiment and learn a new language is wonderfully evident. ...She is blessed with a keen intellect, a sense of ownership for her education, and courage. … She has already overcome significant challenges by claiming her academic space at our school. …She’s creative, resilient, and a pleasure to work with.” Conrad J. Benedicto, Social Studies, Wilderness Arts and Literacy Collaborative, Balboa High School |
“The energy and enthusiasm she brings to each meeting, especially in the face of challenges is a true sign of her resilience and commitment to herself and her education. ...Dina is not only an excellent student, she is also passionate
about her family and contributing to her community.”
Jules Litauer Chan, Program Coordinator, Community Youth Center
about her family and contributing to her community.”
Jules Litauer Chan, Program Coordinator, Community Youth Center
Esther Chui & Lawrence Hon Joe Memorial Scholarship
Lawrence Hon Joe immigrated to the United States in the early 1940s and Esther Chui joined him in 1949 as a war bride. They raised four daughters in San Francisco Chinatown; a son came to the United States in the 1950s. They taught their children to be proud of being Chinese Americans, to speak Chinese, to value a good education, to stick to a task until it is completed, to vote Democrat, to support their unions and to support each other. To honor their parents and the legacy they left behind, the family requests that the scholarship goes to a student from an immigrant family who is pursuing a career that will
serve the Chinese community.
Lawrence Hon Joe immigrated to the United States in the early 1940s and Esther Chui joined him in 1949 as a war bride. They raised four daughters in San Francisco Chinatown; a son came to the United States in the 1950s. They taught their children to be proud of being Chinese Americans, to speak Chinese, to value a good education, to stick to a task until it is completed, to vote Democrat, to support their unions and to support each other. To honor their parents and the legacy they left behind, the family requests that the scholarship goes to a student from an immigrant family who is pursuing a career that will
serve the Chinese community.
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6. ANTHONY TAM
Lowell High Herbert Hoover Middle Ulloa Elementary Career Goal: Physician Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Participant, “Socks n Sandwiches” by New Start Ministries; Counselor, CampToons, Sunset Church; Assistant Coach, Ulloa Boys’ Sports Team, Ulloa Elementary School; Mentor, Peer Mentoring, Lowell High School; Member, Shield and Scroll Honor Society; Leader/player, Varsity Volleyball team; Captain, Slainte Club, Lowell High School “The pandemic has been a challenge for Anthony and his family. … Anthony took advantage of the free technology resources available from our school to continue learning. This perseverance and determination are the hallmark of Anthony’s academy success at Lowell and high marks on all his AP exams. Anthony is resourceful and adapts well to new challenges. … He has the intelligence, passion for learning and the determination to succeed in college.” Alice Kwong-Ballard AP Psychology Teacher Social Studies/History Department Chair |
“During our weekly ministry events, … He listened and engaged in conversation with people on the street, exhibiting a sense of compassion and cultural understanding for the heartbeat of the city. ... He has demonstrated a strong work ethic, a drive for scholastic excellence and endeavors, and a desire to pursue active leadership and service among his peers and community.”
Matthew Won
Fellowship Leader, Director of Mercy Ministries
NewStart Ministries, Church of the Nazarene
Matthew Won
Fellowship Leader, Director of Mercy Ministries
NewStart Ministries, Church of the Nazarene
Leung Family Scholarship
Everything I have I owe to my parents and teachers. My third-grade teacher, Mrs. Maxine Fong, was my first teacher in America. Although I was an unmotivated and challenging student, Mrs. Fong gave me a love of the English language in her ESL classroom.
Teachers and friends at Lowell High School challenged me and shaped the person I would become. Mr. Bob Jow taught my Psychology and Asian American Studies classes, and he was also my counselor. Each student finds their place in high school, and Mr. Jow’s office was my place. I remember countless hours spent in that chair next to Mr. Jow learning academic and life lessons from my mentor. Those were some of my fondest high school memories.
After Lowell, I crossed the Bay to attend Cal, where I majored in Biochemistry and minored in Philosophy. I spent five years working in a viral molecular biology lab before I decided to take the LSAT. My three years at the UCLA School of Law were intellectually stimulating and personally empowering. A blink of an eye later and I have practiced law for 20 years. Five years ago I became a partner at my law firm, gaining equity in the business where I had worked for many years.
With the help of caring teachers like Mrs. Fong and Mr. Jow, I have lived and continue to live my American dream. The wide-eyed nine-year-old brought to the Gold Mountain by his parents would not have believed that four decades later he would be living his dream and passing on his story to inspire the next generation. The most important lesson my parents and mentors taught me is that time spent pursuing your passion is not tedium or work, but rather a part of a joyful and fulfilling life.
Everything I have I owe to my parents and teachers. My third-grade teacher, Mrs. Maxine Fong, was my first teacher in America. Although I was an unmotivated and challenging student, Mrs. Fong gave me a love of the English language in her ESL classroom.
Teachers and friends at Lowell High School challenged me and shaped the person I would become. Mr. Bob Jow taught my Psychology and Asian American Studies classes, and he was also my counselor. Each student finds their place in high school, and Mr. Jow’s office was my place. I remember countless hours spent in that chair next to Mr. Jow learning academic and life lessons from my mentor. Those were some of my fondest high school memories.
After Lowell, I crossed the Bay to attend Cal, where I majored in Biochemistry and minored in Philosophy. I spent five years working in a viral molecular biology lab before I decided to take the LSAT. My three years at the UCLA School of Law were intellectually stimulating and personally empowering. A blink of an eye later and I have practiced law for 20 years. Five years ago I became a partner at my law firm, gaining equity in the business where I had worked for many years.
With the help of caring teachers like Mrs. Fong and Mr. Jow, I have lived and continue to live my American dream. The wide-eyed nine-year-old brought to the Gold Mountain by his parents would not have believed that four decades later he would be living his dream and passing on his story to inspire the next generation. The most important lesson my parents and mentors taught me is that time spent pursuing your passion is not tedium or work, but rather a part of a joyful and fulfilling life.
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7. CELINA MAC
Abraham Lincoln High Dr. Martin Luther King JR. Academic Middle E.R. Taylor Elementary Career Goal: Educator Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Supervise and Lead young students at SFUSD Summer Institute Internship. Camp counselor for Exploring New Horizons Outdoor School (YMCA). Lincoln High School Nutrition Outreach Worder, Girls Varsity Tennis captain, General Manager for Associated Student Body, Sustainability in Habitat Restoration participant through Lincoln’s Green Academy “Celina is optimistic, empathic and curious.She is by far the most active student in the chat box and always asks for help in breakout rooms….she often comes to me to share what she has learned in other classes and how it relates to our work in Green Academy….always refreshing to see this level of academic thought. I can’t say enough about how Celina truly exemplifies the best of our school and her generation.” Valerie Ziegler, Green Academy Teacher and Coordinator, ALSH |
Rose T.Y. Chen Family Scholarship sponsored by The Rose T.Y. Chen Charitable Fund
Rose Chen was born and educated in China. She completed college under wartime circumstances. She came to the U.S. with the goal of working as a teacher. She was headed to Honolulu in 1941 to
take a teaching job when historical events changed her plans. She married T.Y. Chen, an entrepreneur in San Francisco. When her husband fell ill, she assumed management of the family business while raising four boys. She and her husband valued education and long supported scholarship programs, including an annual scholarship for medical students in the name of her late son, Dr. Lester Chen.
The Chen family is grateful to the dedicated Chinese teachers in San Francisco and would like the Rose T.Y. Chen Family Scholarship to be awarded in memory of their mother, to a student who is passionate about becoming a teacher.
Rose Chen was born and educated in China. She completed college under wartime circumstances. She came to the U.S. with the goal of working as a teacher. She was headed to Honolulu in 1941 to
take a teaching job when historical events changed her plans. She married T.Y. Chen, an entrepreneur in San Francisco. When her husband fell ill, she assumed management of the family business while raising four boys. She and her husband valued education and long supported scholarship programs, including an annual scholarship for medical students in the name of her late son, Dr. Lester Chen.
The Chen family is grateful to the dedicated Chinese teachers in San Francisco and would like the Rose T.Y. Chen Family Scholarship to be awarded in memory of their mother, to a student who is passionate about becoming a teacher.
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8. LINA MAI
Lowell High Marina Middle Yick Wo Elementary Career Goal: Psychologist Community Service/ExtraCurricular Activities: Cabinet Leader and tour guide for CCDC Adopt An Alleyway,Campaign Academy for Youth Advocate for Pedestrian Safety and SF Vision Zero, Cameron House Summer Leadership Program. “ She is unafraid to go outside her comfort zone to take advantage of opportunities….is open to the learning processes and doesn’t give up ...a passionate learner.” Lisa Hong, Math Teacher Lowell High School Choi-Louie Family Scholarship
Choi Man Tsue 蔡傑柏 and Louie Ten Wo雷清和 were born in Toishan County, province of Canton, China in 1907 and 1908, respectively. Mr. Choi left China in 1927, hoping to provide a better life for his family later in America. After a 22 year separation due to anti-Chinese immigration laws, Mr. Choi was finally able to have his wife join him in San Francisco in 1949. Mrs. Choi was a teacher in China and upon arrival into San Francisco, worked as a seamstress in the Chinatown sweatshops until her retirement in 1979. Mr. Choi worked as a cook at the Mare Island Naval Base inVallejo and also as a steward for Marin County until his retirement in 1976. Mr. and Mrs. Choi fervently instilled the value of higher education when raising their children and grandchildren. The family hopes that this scholarship will encourage the recipient to continue on her educational journey with perseverance and resiliency. |
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9. ZACHARY HO
George Washington High Presidio Middle Alamo Elementary Career Goal: Environmental Scientist/Educator Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Intern for Climate Action Now, tutor for Asian Family Support Center, youth educator for Presidio Nursery,participant of SEO Scholars, officer of American Service Club at school, co-president of Eagles’ Ecology Club “...he is an inspirational leader. His focus and enthusiasm compelled his lab mates to be equally engaged...he prompts others to ask deeper questions about the phenomena.Mr. Ho’s social intelligence will propel him to success in all of his future employments ventres…on a profound level...without a doubt a student that I will remember for many years.” Joshua de Wolf, Physics Teacher Washington High Robert Louie Memorial Scholarship
Robert Louie was an active member in the Chinese community. Among his community services were the countless hours he spent volunteering at Chinese for Affirmative Action. Robert had aspirations of becoming a teacher, but sadly, passed away at a young age. When setting up this scholarship fund in memory of their son, the late Sinclair and May Louie requested that those who receive this scholarship choose teaching as their career goal. It was their hope that their son’s aspirations would be realized in the dreams of other young Chinese Americans. |
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10. MEGAN LAW
Phillip and Sala Burton Academic High Denman Middle Longfellow Elementary Career Goal: Policy Maker Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Treasurer, Interim President, and current Vice President to the SFUSD Student Advisory Council, Burton High School Marching Band, President ot the School Site Council, SF Youthworks Intern for SFUSD “My first impression of Megan developed well before she was my student. Given the competitive nature of my AP English class, she had taken the initiative to meet with me in her sophomore year to discuss her intentions, and understand the rigors of my class. This trend of preparation and foresight was a trait that Megan carried into her junior year as my student only intensified….her determination and admirable work ethic pushed her to the top of her class. She had a rare combination of having both a gifted mind and a genuine humility and hunger for knowledge.” Victor Zou, AP English Language and Composition Teacher, Phil and Sala Burton |
JOHN and RUBY HONG KOBAYASHI SCHOLARSHIP
It all started with the first ring of the school bell, reminding us to run down the stairs and out the door to make it to school just across the street before the final ring. Although our parents lacked the opportunities of an American education, they wanted to make sure that their children would have that advantage– after all, this nation is thought of as the land of opportunity, “Golden Mountain”.
We continue to value education as one of the pathways to a productive, happy, and successful life. We trust that this scholarship will encourage the recipient to be steadfast and persistent in achieving his/her educational and life goals which enrich personal life, as well as contribute to making this a better world – this accomplishment is truly the “golden nugget”.
It all started with the first ring of the school bell, reminding us to run down the stairs and out the door to make it to school just across the street before the final ring. Although our parents lacked the opportunities of an American education, they wanted to make sure that their children would have that advantage– after all, this nation is thought of as the land of opportunity, “Golden Mountain”.
We continue to value education as one of the pathways to a productive, happy, and successful life. We trust that this scholarship will encourage the recipient to be steadfast and persistent in achieving his/her educational and life goals which enrich personal life, as well as contribute to making this a better world – this accomplishment is truly the “golden nugget”.
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11. Su Myat Mon (Victoria) Aye
George Washington High International School of Myanmar Career Goal: Economics Community Service/ExtraCurricular Activities: SuppyHopeInfo, Virtual Tutoring SF, Asian Family Support Center, Rotary Interact, Track & Field “She realizes that hard work and attention to details is necessary for success. The lessons she learned in high school will undoubtedly help her in the future. Just as importantly, she’s shown a concern for others and a willingness to help her community.” Ryan Wong, Math Teacher George Washington High School Yee Family Memorial Scholarship
The Yee Family Memorial Scholarship was established in 2009. TACT member Dan Yee established this scholarship in memory of members of his immediate and extended family. His parents, Yit Cho Chang Yee and Kwai Fong Yee, operated a corner grocery store in the City that provided for the immediate Yee Family, as well as his siblings and their families. In addition to his parents, the scholarship memorializes his brother, Kenneth Jit Kun Yee, who worked with lung transplant patients during his long and dedicated career at UCSF; his brother-in-in-law, Paul Takanari Yamada, who was the CEO of Genzyme Japan, in Tokyo, Japan; his maternal grandparents, En Chew Chang and Young Shi Chang; his paternal grandparents, Sar Dung Yee and Kam Yin Chang. |
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12. YU XUAN CHEN
Raoul Wallenberg High Hoover Middle Ulloa Elementary Career Goal: Marketing, Published Author Community Service/ExtraCurricular Activities: Institute on Aging, Youth Community Engagement, Seizing Every Opportunity (SEO) Scholars, 826 Valencia, Creative Arts and Animation Club, Varsity Golf “Yu Xuan keeps a full plate of extracurriculars, but says she is most interested in those that have a measurable impact on the community -- volunteering at an elderly center, tutoring others, and being a community health leader at the school. She thinks about others before herself. She tackles difficult problems with incremental plans. She is a role model for other students.” Laura Dale, AP Environmental Science and Physics Teacher Wallenberg High School |
Ruthanne Lum McCunn Honorary Scholarship (Sponsored by Wilmer Fong)
Ruthanne Lum McCunn, aka Roxey, was born in San Francisco Chinatown and raised in Hong Kong. Cantonese was her first language until 5 when her father placed her in a British school to learn English. At age 16, she came to America to attend Diablo Valley Community College; she transferred to University of California Berkeley and married Donald McCunn at the end of her junior year. She completed her degree in English at the University of Texas, Austin and earned her teaching credential at San Francisco State University. She became an English and bilingual teacher at the middle school level in San Francisco in 1974. She left in 1978 to be a writer full-time. Her books include: Thousand Pieces of Gold which was adapted for film; Sole Survivor, which was condensed for Readers Digest International; the trilingual children’s book, Pie-Biter, which won the American Book Award; Wooden Fish Songs, Chinese American Portraits, The Moon Pearl, God of Luck and Chinese Yankee. She taught creative writing at the University of San Francisco and University of California, Santa Cruz and Asian American Literature at Cornell University.
McCunn’s written works, exploring the Chinese American experience on both sides of the Pacific, portray authentic, multidimensional characters and have been used and translated in many courses and schools throughout the United States. She has served on the Committee of Management for the Chinatown YWCA and the editorial committee for the Chinese Historical Society of America. She volunteered at the San Francisco General Hospital’s NICU and the Martin de Porres House of Hospitality; she volunteered as a tutor for citizenship students at City College Chinatown campus; she’s a regular volunteer at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank’s Pop Up pantries, Mission HIgh School and Gordon J. Lau Elementary School. This scholarship honors Ruthanne Lum McCunn for her pre-eminence as a teacher-writer.
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Wilmer's dedication to youth and their education is a bright light in a sometimes dark world. Too often, education is thought of only in terms of book learning. We could all benefit, however, by learning to be more like Wilmer, a shining example of a compassionate, thoughtful, lifelong educator, whose enduring generosity has benefited countless youth. -Ruthanne
Ruthanne Lum McCunn, aka Roxey, was born in San Francisco Chinatown and raised in Hong Kong. Cantonese was her first language until 5 when her father placed her in a British school to learn English. At age 16, she came to America to attend Diablo Valley Community College; she transferred to University of California Berkeley and married Donald McCunn at the end of her junior year. She completed her degree in English at the University of Texas, Austin and earned her teaching credential at San Francisco State University. She became an English and bilingual teacher at the middle school level in San Francisco in 1974. She left in 1978 to be a writer full-time. Her books include: Thousand Pieces of Gold which was adapted for film; Sole Survivor, which was condensed for Readers Digest International; the trilingual children’s book, Pie-Biter, which won the American Book Award; Wooden Fish Songs, Chinese American Portraits, The Moon Pearl, God of Luck and Chinese Yankee. She taught creative writing at the University of San Francisco and University of California, Santa Cruz and Asian American Literature at Cornell University.
McCunn’s written works, exploring the Chinese American experience on both sides of the Pacific, portray authentic, multidimensional characters and have been used and translated in many courses and schools throughout the United States. She has served on the Committee of Management for the Chinatown YWCA and the editorial committee for the Chinese Historical Society of America. She volunteered at the San Francisco General Hospital’s NICU and the Martin de Porres House of Hospitality; she volunteered as a tutor for citizenship students at City College Chinatown campus; she’s a regular volunteer at the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank’s Pop Up pantries, Mission HIgh School and Gordon J. Lau Elementary School. This scholarship honors Ruthanne Lum McCunn for her pre-eminence as a teacher-writer.
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Wilmer's dedication to youth and their education is a bright light in a sometimes dark world. Too often, education is thought of only in terms of book learning. We could all benefit, however, by learning to be more like Wilmer, a shining example of a compassionate, thoughtful, lifelong educator, whose enduring generosity has benefited countless youth. -Ruthanne
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13. CLEO GUERRERO
Lowell High Alice Fong Yu Alternative (K-8) Career Goal: Scientific Research and Teaching Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Founder of Study Buddy Program, received the Jefferson Award for Public Service,TA for Music Mission SF, music coach for Cleo’s StudioMusic Mission SF, awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Gold,VP & Secretary for PTSA, Co-President of Mechanical Engineering Club, First Violinist at the Peninsula Youth Orchestra,SF Symphony Youth Orchestra “Cleo is an excellent communicator and listener...taught her students how to think and learn independently without relying on others. Cleo is a compassionate and caring individual who always puts others’ needs as a priority. Cleo is always patient, pleasant, compassionate, and has a special way to connect with people.” Alvin Yiu, Founder and CEO OutaBox Education |
Joanna Lai Memorial Scholarship:
Joanna was active in the Square and Circle Club, a SF Chinatown service organization, the Chinese Christian Youth Conference Movement, and the Hip Wo School Drum Corps. She was a club leader at the Chinatown Y and an active member of the Chinese Congregation Church choir. She desired to promote music education among young people.
Joanna was active in the Square and Circle Club, a SF Chinatown service organization, the Chinese Christian Youth Conference Movement, and the Hip Wo School Drum Corps. She was a club leader at the Chinatown Y and an active member of the Chinese Congregation Church choir. She desired to promote music education among young people.
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14. ZHIYAN (Bosco) WEI
Thurgood Marshall High Huaqiao Middle Siming Elementary Career Goal: Sustainable Architecture Community Service/ExtraCurricular Activities: Community Youth Center Newcomer Club, Youth for Community Engagement, Mock Trials, Summer Search “In the time Zhiyan has been with us, he has shown true dedication to helping those in need and giving back to the community in San Francisco. That he does so, not for recognition, but for the joy that helping others brings into his life is a true testament to his integrity and character.” Kayi Lau, Program Supervisor Youth for Community Engagement |
TACT Leadership Scholarship (sponsored by Ted Wong)
As TACT president, Dr. Roger Tom guided the organization through its inaugural year. Under his leadership, service to the Chinese community was a basic principle around which the organization revolved. He was instrumental in formulating the TACT Scholarship Program in 1975.
Dr. Tom’s distinguished career in the San Francisco and Stockton School Districts included Program Manager for the Title VII Chinese Bilingual Project, Director of Curriculum Development, and Deputy Superintendent. Throughout his career, Dr. Tom was an exemplary leader in the school district and community and an inspiring mentor for our organization, always encouraging teachers and administrators to become proactive in educational and political issues.
Helen S. Chin’s career began as a bilingual resource teacher in 1972 and continued as a classroom teacher, curriculum coordinator, assistant principal and lastly, principal of Gordon J. Lau Elementary School. Throughout her career, Ms. Chin was a relentless advocate for education access and civil rights at the local and state levels. She was involved in numerous community organizations and in 1979 served as TACT President. She led the organization through a tumultuous time of teacher layoffs. She continued to be active in TACT, mentoring many and inspiring others into community service and activism.
The TACT Leadership Scholarship honors Dr. Roger Tom and Helen S. Chin and their legacy of leadership and service.
As TACT president, Dr. Roger Tom guided the organization through its inaugural year. Under his leadership, service to the Chinese community was a basic principle around which the organization revolved. He was instrumental in formulating the TACT Scholarship Program in 1975.
Dr. Tom’s distinguished career in the San Francisco and Stockton School Districts included Program Manager for the Title VII Chinese Bilingual Project, Director of Curriculum Development, and Deputy Superintendent. Throughout his career, Dr. Tom was an exemplary leader in the school district and community and an inspiring mentor for our organization, always encouraging teachers and administrators to become proactive in educational and political issues.
Helen S. Chin’s career began as a bilingual resource teacher in 1972 and continued as a classroom teacher, curriculum coordinator, assistant principal and lastly, principal of Gordon J. Lau Elementary School. Throughout her career, Ms. Chin was a relentless advocate for education access and civil rights at the local and state levels. She was involved in numerous community organizations and in 1979 served as TACT President. She led the organization through a tumultuous time of teacher layoffs. She continued to be active in TACT, mentoring many and inspiring others into community service and activism.
The TACT Leadership Scholarship honors Dr. Roger Tom and Helen S. Chin and their legacy of leadership and service.
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15. GRACE MA
The Academy-SF@McAteer Marina Middle Gordon J Lau Elementary Career Goals: Dentistry or Business Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Performer for White Crane Dragon and Lion Dance Association,VP of The Academy Student Council, captain of the Academy’s Girls Varsity Soccer Team, collaborator for the Academy Yearbook Committee “She is someone who works hard not out of an obsession with grades but out of a natural curiosity. She is willing to take risks with her ideas and is unafraid to tackle the most difficult tasks...has a sharp sense of humor and sarcasm and loves to discuss ideas for the pure enjoyment of challenging herself.” Daniel Javitch,English Teacher The Academy-SF@McAteer Ngook Jean Der Kuan Memorial Scholarship #2
Ngook Jean Der Kuan 關謝玉珍 was born in Malaysia, the youngest of three daughters. She married her husband Joaquin Kuan and immigrated to Peru. Together they raised eight children: Luis, Orlando, Virginia, Aurelio, Albert, Emilio, Gloria, and Ann. During Ngook Jean's youth, girls were not expected to be educated. After being taken advantage of due to her illiteracy, Ngook Jean's widowed mother swore that her daughters would get an education. In spite of the hardship of raising three children as a single mom, she made sure Ngook Jean attended school. Ngook Jean would often repeat this story to her children to instill in them the value of education. Later on, her youngest daughters Gloria and Ann both became educators. In honor of her mother, Gloria and her family set up these scholarships so that other children can pursue their dreams of education. |
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16. KEVIN NIE
Phillip & Sala Burton Academic High Robertson Intermediate Gordon J.Lau Elementary Career Goal: Software Engineer Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Volunteer for Community Youth Center for 4 years,as a Chinese Chamber of Commerce participant in Chinese New Year Parade to promote Chinese traditions for 4 years, 9th grade ROTC,co-founder of STEM Club,member of CYC Club,Mandarin Club, Youth in Community Empowerment Club “Kevin has taken almost evey AP class option available to him since his sophomore year, and has excelled in all of them...demonstrated a remarkable ability to juggle multiple challenging course loads and extracurricular activities. Kevin has consistently demonstrated a high degree of determination and initiative...his work always rflected a large amount of effort and thought put into it.” Victor Zou, AP English Language& Composition Teacher Phil & Sala Burton High |
Ngook Jean Der Kuan Memorial Scholarship #1
Ngook Jean Der Kuan 關謝玉珍 was born in Malaysia, the youngest of three daughters. She married her husband Joaquin Kuan and immigrated to Peru. Together they raised eight children: Luis, Orlando, Virginia, Aurelio, Albert, Emilio, Gloria, and Ann. During Ngook Jean's youth, girls were not expected to be educated. After being taken advantage of due to her illiteracy, Ngook Jean's widowed mother swore that her daughters would get an education. In spite of the hardship of raising three children as a single mom, she made sure Ngook Jean attended school. Ngook Jean would often repeat this story to her children to instill in them the value of education. Later on, her youngest daughters Gloria and Ann both became educators. In honor of her mother, Gloria and her family set up these scholarships so that other children can pursue their dreams of education.
Ngook Jean Der Kuan 關謝玉珍 was born in Malaysia, the youngest of three daughters. She married her husband Joaquin Kuan and immigrated to Peru. Together they raised eight children: Luis, Orlando, Virginia, Aurelio, Albert, Emilio, Gloria, and Ann. During Ngook Jean's youth, girls were not expected to be educated. After being taken advantage of due to her illiteracy, Ngook Jean's widowed mother swore that her daughters would get an education. In spite of the hardship of raising three children as a single mom, she made sure Ngook Jean attended school. Ngook Jean would often repeat this story to her children to instill in them the value of education. Later on, her youngest daughters Gloria and Ann both became educators. In honor of her mother, Gloria and her family set up these scholarships so that other children can pursue their dreams of education.
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17. BLOSSOM JEE
Galileo Academy of Science and Technology ES/MS: Alice Fong Yu Alternative Career Goals: Scientist, Biologist, Physical therapist Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Teen Swim Instructor, Boys and Girls Club; Founder, Swirls of Warmth; San Francisco State University Community Youth Sailing Camp; Swim Team, Girls Tennis Team, Galileo High School “What makes Blossom all the more special as a student is that she’s been extremely successful despite a number of difficulties beyond her control. … Although Blossom could use these obstacles as excuses, she has managed to balance her struggles with a strong mental toughness… I think she realizes that natural abilities can only take her so far and Blossom has the focus to make sure she doesn’t rest on these laurels.” Jeremy Lee, AVID & Journalism Teacher, Galileo The Anita Fong Memorial Scholarship #1
Vincent and Anita Fong immigrated to the United States at the age of 10 and 6. They both attended the San Francisco public school system. Anita attended Jean Parker and West Portal Elementary before going to Herbert Hoover Middle and Lowell High Schools. She received her BA in Sociology from UC Berkeley, a MS from Sacramento State and MBA from Golden Gate University. Anita was passionate about healthcare, seniors and youth. Vincent is grateful to Chinese teachers in San Francisco and would like to dedicate this scholarship in memory of his sister, Anita. |
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18. JIEPENG DENG (JACKSON)
Thurgood Marshall Academic High Marina Middle Gordon J. Lau Elementary Career Goal: Psychiatrist or Clinical Psychologist Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Member, Adopt A Senior Building Leader, Outreach/Contact Person, Youth for Community Engagement; Supervised Activities, Chinatown YMCA; Summer Camp Leader, Cameron House; Family Responsibilities; Member, Vice President, President, Road to Success; Mock Trial Club. “When I think about Jackson as a student and leader at Thurgood Marshall, what stands out to me most is his drive, genuine demeanor, commitment to serving the children, youth, and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. … He was a leader in the class (AP U.S. History) and was always willing to help other students to ensure that the class community had an understanding of the content. … Whenever I think of Jackson, I think of a role model and a leader. In fact, I have been greatly impressed with his work ethnic and demeanor.” Reynaldo Dulaney Thurgood Marshall Academic High School |
“In the time Jackson has been with us, he has shown true dedication to helping those in need and giving back to the community in San Francisco. That he does so, not for recognition but for the joy that helping others brings into his life is a true testament to his integrity and character. … During this pandemic, he has never given up reconnecting with the seniors at senior building, he volunteered his Saturdays to teach and assist seniors learning how to operate tablets ans smartphones through virtual spaces.”
Kayi Lau
Program Supervisor, Youth for Community Engagement Program
Kayi Lau
Program Supervisor, Youth for Community Engagement Program
The Anita Fong Memorial Scholarship #2
Vincent and Anita Fong immigrated to the United States at the age of 10 and 6. They both attended the San Francisco public school system. Anita attended Jean Parker and West Portal Elementary before going to Herbert Hoover Middle and Lowell High Schools. She received her BA in Sociology from UC Berkeley, a MS from Sacramento State and MBA from Golden Gate University. Anita was passionate about healthcare, seniors and youth. Vincent is grateful to Chinese teachers in San Francisco and would like to dedicate this scholarship in memory of his sister, Anita.
Vincent and Anita Fong immigrated to the United States at the age of 10 and 6. They both attended the San Francisco public school system. Anita attended Jean Parker and West Portal Elementary before going to Herbert Hoover Middle and Lowell High Schools. She received her BA in Sociology from UC Berkeley, a MS from Sacramento State and MBA from Golden Gate University. Anita was passionate about healthcare, seniors and youth. Vincent is grateful to Chinese teachers in San Francisco and would like to dedicate this scholarship in memory of his sister, Anita.
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19. JULIANA ZENG
Abraham Lincoln High KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy Sherman Elementary Career Goals: Foreign Affairs Analyst, Translator and/or Language Specialist/ Teacher Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Youth Architect/designer, Youth Art Exchange –Architecture Firm; Founder, Arts and Crafts Workshop, Chinatown YMCA; Volunteer, San Francisco Main Library; Participant, Minds Matter San Francisco; Member, Animation Club; Class Officer, Nam Kue Chinese School “Juliana was an unusual leader because while she had no problem stepping up, her humility often guided her to step back just as often in order to allow space for other members of her group. … Juliana has a unique emotional maturity, and a strong sense of self. While she is compassionate, she is also bold. She never backed down from a conflict, she always spoke her mind, and occasionally Juliana voiced uncomfortable truths.” Shamira Gratch Language Arts Teacher Abraham Lincoln High School |
“It is no secret that Juliana is a particularly smart designer and desires more dimensions of intricacy than other students. … Her ability to receive and appreciate critique continues to increase, and her ideas benefit. … She is a nice person; understated and never judgmental. All students are happy to be paired or grouped with her, because she treats everyone equally and never presupposes their abilities.”
Logan Kelley
AIA, LEED AP, NCARB
Logan Kelley
AIA, LEED AP, NCARB
The Chan-Yang Scholarship #1
The Chan-Yang Scholarship is funded by Ms. Sophia Yang, a former SFUSD parent, in honor of her son, Brandon Chan, for students who desire to become successful through hard work and perseverance. Ms. Yang is an immigrant who has endeavored and built a successful company, telCade⎯⎯a certified Women & Minority⎯⎯Owned Business Enterprises (WMBE). Ms.Yang has a strong belief consequently in contributing back to the community and has been a TACT scholarship sponsor since 2012 to help others achieve their goals and dreams. TACT is grateful for Ms.Yang’s generosity to the scholarship fund.
The Chan-Yang Scholarship is funded by Ms. Sophia Yang, a former SFUSD parent, in honor of her son, Brandon Chan, for students who desire to become successful through hard work and perseverance. Ms. Yang is an immigrant who has endeavored and built a successful company, telCade⎯⎯a certified Women & Minority⎯⎯Owned Business Enterprises (WMBE). Ms.Yang has a strong belief consequently in contributing back to the community and has been a TACT scholarship sponsor since 2012 to help others achieve their goals and dreams. TACT is grateful for Ms.Yang’s generosity to the scholarship fund.
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20. ZHIYING ZHOU (Caroline)
Thurgood Marshall Academic High Hou Kong Middle School, Macau, China Shaxizhen Central Elementary Zhongshan, China Career Goals: Dentistry/Biology Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Peer Leader, Community Youth Center (CYC); Youth for Community Engagement (YCE); Liaison Officer, Road to Success Club; Marshall Mock Trial Team; Marshall Yearbook Club; San Francisco Mime Troupe Theater Project “Caroline’s kindness and care are also evident when working with her peers. Even during remote instruction, she is a strong collaborator in group activities, often being asked by her peers to take on the leader role. … Caroline is comfortable around diverse groups of students.” Nicole Hsu, English Teacher, Thurgood Marshall Academic High School “...Caroline also speaks up and set joyful tones in our leadership training which created a positive learning environment for other peer leaders. …Caroline has matured as a responsible and confident young lady through her active role as a program leader.” Stella Luo, Senior Program Coordinator, Newcomer Club (NCC) |
The Chan-Yang Scholarship #2
The Chan-Yang Scholarship is funded by Ms. Sophia Yang, a former SFUSD parent, in honor of her son, Brandon Chan, for students who desire to become successful through hard work and perseverance. Ms. Yang is an immigrant who has endeavored and built a successful company, telCade⎯⎯a certified Women & Minority⎯⎯Owned Business Enterprises (WMBE). Ms.Yang has a strong belief consequently in contributing back to the community and has been a TACT scholarship sponsor since 2012 to help others achieve their goals and dreams. TACT is grateful for Ms.Yang’s generosity to the scholarship fund.
The Chan-Yang Scholarship is funded by Ms. Sophia Yang, a former SFUSD parent, in honor of her son, Brandon Chan, for students who desire to become successful through hard work and perseverance. Ms. Yang is an immigrant who has endeavored and built a successful company, telCade⎯⎯a certified Women & Minority⎯⎯Owned Business Enterprises (WMBE). Ms.Yang has a strong belief consequently in contributing back to the community and has been a TACT scholarship sponsor since 2012 to help others achieve their goals and dreams. TACT is grateful for Ms.Yang’s generosity to the scholarship fund.
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21. QUEENA TRAN
Phillip and Sala Burton Academic High Lawton Alternative Middle Bessie Carmichael Elementary Career Goal: Start a startup company or become an entrepreneur Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Volunteer, YCE, NCC, Reading Partners; Team member, Shaolin Kung Fu and Muay Thai Boxing; Creator/member, Kpop and Dance Club, Student Government, Phillip and Sala Burton Academic High School “Queena Tran is far from your average high school student. This is a passionate, motivated young woman who moves to the beat of her own drum. … I watched as she brought the entire student body (over a thousand students and staff) to their feet with raucous applause when she bravely performed an intricate KPOP dance in front of the whole school. … Like many top students, she goes above and beyond in her quest to master material. … I know how important it is to find transformative students. Students who can overcome challenges of society, immigration and achievement gaps, and help others to do the same. Queena Tran is that type of student.” Ted Cotsen Social Studies Teacher Burton High School |
“Queena shows passion when she volunteers at events, whether it is planting trees, picking up garbage, community-wide events… Queena has matured as a responsible and confident young lady through her active role as a program leader. … Her passion and efforts in volunteering has definitely given her a lot more experiences and knowledge to help her become an outstanding individual.”
Stellar Luo
Senior Program Coordinator
Newcomer Club (NCC)
Stellar Luo
Senior Program Coordinator
Newcomer Club (NCC)
The Chan-Yang Scholarship #3
The Chan-Yang Scholarship is funded by Ms. Sophia Yang, a former SFUSD parent, in honor of her son, Brandon Chan, for students who desire to become successful through hard work and perseverance. Ms. Yang is an immigrant who has endeavored and built a successful company, telCade⎯⎯a certified Women & Minority⎯⎯Owned Business Enterprises (WMBE). Ms.Yang has a strong belief consequently in contributing back to the community and has been a TACT scholarship sponsor since 2012 to help others achieve their goals and dreams. TACT is grateful for Ms.Yang’s generosity to the scholarship fund.
The Chan-Yang Scholarship is funded by Ms. Sophia Yang, a former SFUSD parent, in honor of her son, Brandon Chan, for students who desire to become successful through hard work and perseverance. Ms. Yang is an immigrant who has endeavored and built a successful company, telCade⎯⎯a certified Women & Minority⎯⎯Owned Business Enterprises (WMBE). Ms.Yang has a strong belief consequently in contributing back to the community and has been a TACT scholarship sponsor since 2012 to help others achieve their goals and dreams. TACT is grateful for Ms.Yang’s generosity to the scholarship fund.
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22. FION HUANG
Balboa High Visitacion Valley Middle Guadalupe Elementary Career Goal: Optometry Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Heart In Motion volunteer,manager of school Swim Team, member of Asian Student Union Club, poll worker during elections, Treasurer and Secretary for Student Government, Co-Founder of Bal EmpwHer,YMCA summer intern “Within the four years I worked with Fion, she is one of the most determined, goal oriented and responsible students I have worked with. She is a student that wants the best not only for herself but for her community.” Fatima Albowyha JCYC Upward Bound Advisor Horace Mann MS Class of '89-’90 Scholarship:
Alumni and former ELL teacher, Mr. Nick Bartel, from Horace Mann Middle School created this scholarship. This group of alumni immigrated from China to S.F. and Horace Mann Middle School was their first American school; they became friends and have fond memories of their learning experiences at Horace Mann MS. Many of them didn't speak English, their families were low-income, and they were the first ones in their family to go to college. For many of them, Mr. Bartel was their first English teacher. They LOVE him because Mr. Bartel is patient, funny, caring and can speak Cantonese. Even after graduating from Horace Mann MS 30 years ago, members of this class still meet with Mr. Bartel and remain friends with one another. They value and believe in higher education. Therefore, Mr. Bartel's class of ‘89-’90 wants to support SFUSD graduates by providing a scholarship through TACT. |
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23. HANEN SU
Galileo Academy of Science and Technology Marina Middle Gordon J. Lau Elementary Career Goal(s): Teacher, preacher, bioengineer Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Tutor, Chinese Independent Baptist Church After School Tutorial Program; Member, SFUSD Student Advisory Council; Assistant Teacher/Teacher, Chinese Independent Baptist Church Summer Program; Various Student Body Offices, including President, Galileo Class of 2021 Pep Club Officer, Galileo Academy of Science and Technology; Member, SFUSD Public Education Enrichment Fund Community Advisory Council. “Hanen consistently rises to each challenge and does so with charisma and no complaint. …Most recently, he led the team that has worked on dispelling damaging misinformation that has led to an uprising in hate crimes against the Asian American community, He transcends the basic responsibilities of his title time and time again." Jessica Bolles, ASB Adviser, Galileo Academy of Science and Technology “To say Mr. Su is the President of the SAC for the entire school district is an understatement. He has the ability to lead amongst his student body and do excellent written work, analytic and deductive evaluation. …Since 2017, I have witnessed Mr. Su flourish into a superb and active student leader dedicated to advocacy for Student Voice in SFUSD.” Salvador Lopez Barr, Student Leadership & Engagement Supervisor, SFUSD |
SFABE Bilingual Education Scholarship
The San Francisco Association for Bilingual Education (SFABE) is a Chapter of the California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE), a non-profit that promotes bilingual education. The CABE Vision is Biliteracy, Multicultural Competency & Educational Equity for All. We recognize and honor that we live in a rich multicultural, global society. SFABE is honored to sponsor the SFABE Bilingual Education Scholarship to a student who hopes to serve the community as a bilingual educator. Through this scholarship, we support Bilingual Education as a means to equitable educational opportunities for immigrant and English Learner students and as a benefit to academic and personal success for all students. Our local chapter’s focus is anti-racist collaboration with other teacher groups that reflect the cultural diversity of SF. For more information contact us at [email protected], www.gocabe.org
The San Francisco Association for Bilingual Education (SFABE) is a Chapter of the California Association for Bilingual Education (CABE), a non-profit that promotes bilingual education. The CABE Vision is Biliteracy, Multicultural Competency & Educational Equity for All. We recognize and honor that we live in a rich multicultural, global society. SFABE is honored to sponsor the SFABE Bilingual Education Scholarship to a student who hopes to serve the community as a bilingual educator. Through this scholarship, we support Bilingual Education as a means to equitable educational opportunities for immigrant and English Learner students and as a benefit to academic and personal success for all students. Our local chapter’s focus is anti-racist collaboration with other teacher groups that reflect the cultural diversity of SF. For more information contact us at [email protected], www.gocabe.org
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24. LAURA TRINH
Lowell High Presidio Middle Gordon J.Lau Elementary Career Goal: Social Work, Entrepreneur, Public Policy Community Service/Extra Curricular Activities: Youth Leader for My Path, Campaign Leader for SFMTA,UCSF Teen Leader, VP for Teens for Tutors,President for Interact Rotary Club, received Stanford Young Woman in Leadership award. “Laura is a truly critical and abstract thinker, able to maintain the delicate balance between intellect and creativity...her maturity and empathy clearly make her stand apart fro her peers.Her cordial nature allows her to interact with every type of student. Her positive contributions help shape our class into an emotionally safe environment. She is incredibly interesting and involved citizen who makes lasting contributions to our most vulnerable communities.” Bryan Ritter, English Teacher Lowell High School |
The Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown Scholarship #1
Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown is the first community service organization in the world. Rotary San Francisco Chinatown supports and recognizes humanitarian service, leadership and helping to improve the lives of others.
Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown is the first community service organization in the world. Rotary San Francisco Chinatown supports and recognizes humanitarian service, leadership and helping to improve the lives of others.
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25. WENDY HUANG
Balboa High School Herbert Hoover Middle School West Portal Elementary Career Goal: CPA Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Volunteer for Reading Partners, Heart In Motion, Freshman Class Secretary, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Class Treasurer, JROTC Girls’ Drill Team “Wendy can be best described as intelligent, resilient, and ambitious. A person who continuously challenges herself to grow both academically and for personal development. Her determination to pursue a future career in accounting encouraged her to double up on her math courses.” Michael Mar,Counselor, Balboa High School The Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown Scholarship #2
Rotary Club of San Francisco Chinatown is the first community service organization in the world. Rotary San Francisco Chinatown supports and recognizes humanitarian service, leadership and helping to improve the lives of others. |
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26. CERINA PANG
Phillip and Sala Burton Academic High Aptos Middle Argonne Elementary Career Goal: Neurosurgeon Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Intern, NatureBridge Teen Environmental Education Mentorship (TEEM); Youth Community Engagement (CYCSF); Tutor, SFPL Free-Orton Gillingham (FOG) Readers; President, Chinese Club; Co-founder/president, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) Club, Burton High School; Intern, Stanford Science, Technology, and Reconstructive Surgery (STaRS) Program “I can say with confidence that she is a truly exceptional student, not only in her talent for reading and writing, but also in her tenacity and grit. … She has grown to become a more confident and outspoken participant through our debates and Socratic seminars. She is, in many ways, an embodiment of SFUSD’s graduate profile, having demonstrated a clear mastery of the content knowledge and skills that are taught at Burton High School.” Victor Zou, AP English Language and Composition/11th Grade English Teacher, Phillip and Sala Burton High School |
“Driven by a passion to create an equitable space of learning and growth through the natural world, LEEP was born, with the mission of empowering underrepresented youth to leadership through the natural world. ...Cerina is an incredible human and leader. She is an approachable, curious, kind, motivated, hardworking young woman who is motivated to improve herself and broaden her understanding of the world.”
Karli Cowman
Former TEEM Manager, NatureBridge Golden Gate
Karli Cowman
Former TEEM Manager, NatureBridge Golden Gate
Dr. Wellman Tsang Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Wellman Tsang was born in September 1949 in San Francisco. He grew up in the Telegraph Hill neighborhood living in a large family of flats housing three generations and extended family. The crowded conditions of an urban SF childhood fostered a strong sense of community and laid the groundwork for Wellman’s lifelong commitment to public service. While attending The Salvation Army Chinatown Corps, he developed his love of teaching as a Sunday school teacher and cultivated leadership skills as a day camp director. Wellman graduated from UC Berkeley in 1971 with a degree in bacteriology. Wellman matriculated to UC Davis to pursue his medical degree. After graduating in 1975, he returned to St. Mary’s hospital to complete his internship and residency program. Throughout his career, Wellman enjoyed mentoring interns and residents which gave him perspective on how the housestaff must struggle to complete their education, and also gave him an opportunity to help whenever possible. Coming from a family with humble financial means, Dr. Tsang can identify with the struggles each scholarship recipient must have endured.
I Large or small, each scholarship was a means of a student achieving their goal in life. This Scholarship will continue Dr. Wellman Tsang’s legacy of being generous, kind and supportive.
Dr. Wellman Tsang was born in September 1949 in San Francisco. He grew up in the Telegraph Hill neighborhood living in a large family of flats housing three generations and extended family. The crowded conditions of an urban SF childhood fostered a strong sense of community and laid the groundwork for Wellman’s lifelong commitment to public service. While attending The Salvation Army Chinatown Corps, he developed his love of teaching as a Sunday school teacher and cultivated leadership skills as a day camp director. Wellman graduated from UC Berkeley in 1971 with a degree in bacteriology. Wellman matriculated to UC Davis to pursue his medical degree. After graduating in 1975, he returned to St. Mary’s hospital to complete his internship and residency program. Throughout his career, Wellman enjoyed mentoring interns and residents which gave him perspective on how the housestaff must struggle to complete their education, and also gave him an opportunity to help whenever possible. Coming from a family with humble financial means, Dr. Tsang can identify with the struggles each scholarship recipient must have endured.
I Large or small, each scholarship was a means of a student achieving their goal in life. This Scholarship will continue Dr. Wellman Tsang’s legacy of being generous, kind and supportive.
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27. MAY LI
Phillip and Sala Burton Academic High Francisco Middle Jean Parker Elementary Career Goals: Entrepreneur, Real Estate, Business Community Service/Extracurricular Activities: Service Interact Club member, JV Volleyball Team co-captain, Youth Transportation Advisory Board at SFMTA, Adopt and Alleyway volunteer, Service Interact Club member “...she believes in pushing herself to not just to achieve higher grades but to fulfill her mission to help families move forward with their new life in America.She has the capacity to recognize her weak spots and work on them until they become her strengths. She relishes self-improvement and shares what she learns with others.May has not only focused on school but work daily to help earn money to support her parents.May does not have it easy,but she steps up and believes in herself to reach her goals.” Ted Cotsen Social Studies Teacher, Burton High |
Friends of TACT Scholarship
TACT’s vitality and relevancy is dependent upon its membership and leadership. Friends of TACT is composed of educators who have been long-time contributors of the organization through active participation, commitment to special projects, advocacy on behalf of teachers and students, and the shared values of TACT’s pursuit of educational excellence.
We are pleased to contribute a scholarship in recognition of students who have demonstrated strong academic standing and involvement in extracurricular activities, and who will continue to pursue their potential, and enrich their lives through lifelong learning.
TACT’s vitality and relevancy is dependent upon its membership and leadership. Friends of TACT is composed of educators who have been long-time contributors of the organization through active participation, commitment to special projects, advocacy on behalf of teachers and students, and the shared values of TACT’s pursuit of educational excellence.
We are pleased to contribute a scholarship in recognition of students who have demonstrated strong academic standing and involvement in extracurricular activities, and who will continue to pursue their potential, and enrich their lives through lifelong learning.
