Our History

In 1998, three parents of Hunter College High School (HCHS) students, Agnes Lee, Ruixi Yang and George Jeng, established a non-for-profit organization. They gave the name of this organization “Hunter College High School Chinese Parents Association Inc.” It was the predecessor of now what is know as CAPA, The Chinese American Parents Association.

In these three founding parents’ mind, the organization was to provide a forum for the Chinese American Parents of HCHS students to interact with one another, to help students to strengthen their ties to their Chinese Cultural heritage, to help those Chinese parents who have difficulty communicating with school officials, and to organize social events and services to serve the New York Chinese Community.

After 24 years, CAPA has grown into a vibrant community of nearly 400 members. Members of this community permeate every industry and all corners of New York City, working hard, living an active life, and trying their best to raise future citizens for the country.

The current committee members of CAPA will take over the baton from their predecessors, inherit and develop the will of the founders by providing school-related information for new members of the community so to help these who are both excited and nervious to understand and to soon adapt to the intense and unique new life of Hunter; providing opportunities and places for parents to interact and communicate so to strengthen community cohesion and to allow friendship and mutual help to grow; providing community service opportunities for students so to help them better understand the society; hosting a biennial fall cultural banquet for community members so our community members can gather together, celebrating China’s profound arts and food culture.

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我们的历史

1998年，亨特附属高中三位学生家长成立了一个今天我们所熟知的“亨特附属高中华裔家长会”（CAPA）的非盈利社团组织。彼时，他们为这个组织取名“亨特附属高中华人家长会”。这三位CAPA创始人是Agnes Lee, Ruixi Yang and George Jeng。

三位创始人的初衷，是为亨特附属高中华人家长们提供一个互相往来的场所，在华人家长间增强中华传统，帮助那些跟校方沟通存在困难的家长，组织社区活动，并为纽约华人社区服务。

24年后，CAPA已经成长为一个拥有近400会员、充满活力的社区。社区成员渗透纽约各行各业、各个角落，努力工作、积极生活，尽力为国家培养未来的合格公民。

目前，CAPA现任委员会成员黄东黎、廖小敏、赵敏接过前任手中的接力棒，继承和发展初创者意愿, 为社区新成员提供学校相关信息，帮助即兴奋又不安的家长和孩子们尽快了解和适应紧张而独特的亨特新生活；为家长们提供交流和沟通的机会与场所，加强社区凝聚力，让友谊和互助精神在社区成长；为学生提供社区服务机会，帮助孩子们更好了解社会，锻炼，适应社会的能力；举办两年一次的秋季文化晚宴，让社区成员与学校其他成员一起，庆祝中华博大精深的艺术与饮食文化。

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Our Mission

Established in 1998, the Chinese American Parents Association (CAPA) is dedicated to serving the Chinese American community at Hunter College High School (HCHS). Our mission is to foster connections among parents, support students, and act as a bridge between the Chinese community and the school administration.

CAPA achieves this mission through various means, including promoting Chinese cultural heritage, organizing events, and actively participating in various school activities. By providing a platform for communication and collaboration, we aim to enhance the sense of belonging for Chinese American students and families at HCHS.

Through our efforts, CAPA strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where all members of the HCHS community can thrive academically, socially, and culturally.

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我们的宗旨

亨特附属高中（HCHS）华人家长会（CAPA）成立于1998年，致力于为HCHS华人社区提供服务。我们的宗旨，是发展与加强成员之间的联系，为学生提供支持，并在华人社区与学校教学、管理各方面搭建沟通桥梁。

为实现这一目标，CAPA开展各项活动，推广华夏文化；积极参与学校各类活动；为HCHS华人家庭与学生提供交流与合作的平台，增强会员社区归属感。

CAPA将努力创造一个融洽与包容的氛围，让HCHS社区成员在学识、社会与文化生活方方面面茁壮成长。

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Board Members