Archives 2003 - 2007
11/17/07:
  • FCSN Fundraising Gala
    With over 850 guests, our fundraising gala on 11/17 at Santa Clara Convention Center was another huge success. The MCs (Diane Kwan & Rick Geha) did a wonderful job, and our ADP students provided a good "show and tell". Our adult's performances (duet & trio singing, and magic show) were refreshing; and as usual, our kids' performance was the biggest crowd pleaser. Overall, it was well attended and very well received. We are pleased to report that we have raised over $250,000 so far and expect more to come.
10/12/07:
  • FCSN Center Open House
    FCSN held its first open house at the Dream Center. We had a full house of special guests and good friends. EB ADP students sang and danced during the program.
10/07:
  • FCSN is excited to announce the hiring of Ivy Wu as its Executive Director. Ivy is also a member of Fremont Unified School Board, California School Board Association, Asian Pacific School Board Members Association (APISBMA), Asian Pacific American Leadership Institute (APALI), Mission Valley SELPA, CBC etc. She brings with her many years of experience in management, government and community service.
10/4/07:
  • Congratulations to Albert Wang, FCSN Co-Chair, for winning the KQED's Celebration of Disability Culture Award by demonstrating leadership and strong commitment to making a difference in the disabled community. The Award ceremony was held on Oct. 4th, at KQED headquarters, in San Francisco.
8/16/07 - 8/19/07:
  • Do-Re-Me Music Camp was held at FCSN Center
7/14/07 - 7/15/07:
  • Couples Workshop "A Special Gift for Special Families":
    Recognizing the relationship problems faced by many couples with special children. FCSN organized a 2-day couples workshop at FCSN Center designed specifically for couples with children of special needs. FCSN also provided lunch and childcare service. Dr. Pete Pearson from the Couples Institute conducted the lively workshop, which was attended by close to 50 couples.
6/4/07:
  • Blue Ribbon Commission on Autism
    California legislative Blue Ribbon Commission held a local public hearing at FCSN Center
6/2/07:
  • Annual Meeting and Family Day
    Several hundreds FCSN families and friends joined together to celebrate the dream and accomplishments of our organization. Tsai-Wei Wu formally took over the responsibility of FCSN president from past president James Chiao, and Chung-Kun Lee becomes the new vice president.
5/17/07:
  • FCSN Board Election
    FCSN Board election was held on 5/17. 8 new board members were elected for a 2-year term. Out of the 8 elected board members, 3 are first time board members. After the Board election, the new Board elected Limin Hu and Albert Wang as the co-chairmen for the coming year. At the same time, Tsai-Wei Wu was elected as the new president. FCSN board also approved the appointment of Amy & Steve Cho and Hebe & Stanley Woo to the Board.
5/7/07:
  • SLS program director
    Nancy Eddy has accepted a position with FCSN as the program director of the Supported Living Service (SLS). Prior to joining FCSN, Nancy was vice Executive Director at PHP.
4/7/07:
  • Building improvement Thanks to several grants and donations, FCSN has completed several major improvements to the Center. The improvements include a concrete walkway, 3 additional AC systems in classrooms, new office furniture, and a new sound system in MPR.
3/10/07:
  • Cupertino Lunar New Year Unity Parade
2/23/07:
  • Achievement Award
    Anna Wang (program director) and Albert Wang (co-chairman), received "A League of Their Own" award from Fremont Education Foundation for their contributions in special education.
2/10/07:
  • CIE Award
    Our co-chairman, Limin Hu, received CIE 2007 Technology and Humanity Award because of his work with FCSN.
02/02/07:
  • In recognition for FCSN's dedication to carry on Joan Kilburn's vision to ensure that persons with developmental disabilities and their families receive the support and opportunities they need to be valued members of their community and for having a dream for children and families and making it a reality in building the FCSN Dream Center and apartments, FCSN was awarded the 2007 Visionary Award from Area Board 5, California State Developmental Disability Council for Alameda, San Francisco, San Mateo, Contra Costa, and Marin Counties on February 2, 2007 in Berkeley.
01/21/07:
  • FCSN's next volunteer training:
    Date: Saturday, January 27, 2007
    Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
    Place: FCSN Center, 2300 Peralta Blvd. Fremont, CA 94536
12/08/06:
  • FCSN's family support gatherings for Spring 2007 is now open for registration. The South Bay meeting will start on February 3, and the East Bay meeting will start on February 10. The registration deadline for both meetings is January 28. Please click to download the south bay registration form, or the east bay registration form.
  • On December 5, San Jose Mercury News ran the story of the FCSN's Dream and Center. The story was featured front page of the Valley /Local section. There's also an excellent four-minute video of an FCSN Center interview, featuring one of our programs. Please click to see the article and video clip.
11/30/06:
  • Our fundraising gala on 11/18 was a huge success at every level. We had about 1000 guests. The MCs (Diane Kwan & Albert Wang) did a wonderful job, and Professor Chenming Hu gave a touching talk on "care to share". And all the performances (kids performance, mini folk song concert, and line dance) were refreshing and great. Overall, it was very well received. We are pleased to report that we have raised over $300,000 so far and expect more to come. Please click to see related newspaper articles and TV reports.
  • On November 24, ETTV Global News aired the story of the FCSN's Center and Dream Project. Please click to see the video clip.
11/10/06:
  • FCSN received the Asian American Hero Awards by Santa Clara County. This year there're 40 contestants and FCSN is one of the 12 to be awarded. Founded in 2001 by Santa Clara County Supervisor Liz Kniss, the Asian American Heroes Awards are held annually and recognize individuals or organizations who exhibited outstanding examples of civic engagement, inspired leadership, and/or community service. The award ceremony was on October 24 at Canton Delights Restaurant in Cupertino. Please click to see related newspaper article.
10/12/06:
  • The Grand Opening ceremony of FCSN Center was held on October 8. This joyful event was celebrated with close to 500 of FCSN's supporters, including: State Assemblywoman Wilma Chan, Mayor of Milpitas Jose Esteves, Vice Mayor of Fremont Steve Cho, Vice Mayor of Cupertino Kris Wang, Vice Mayor of Saratoga Aileen Kao, and many other guests. It marked a great beginning for our Dream Home/Center. Please click to see related newspaper articles.
09/01/06:
  • From August 10 to August 12, FCSN held a summer music camp, A-do-ré-me, for children and adults with special needs in our brand new FCSN Center. The activities include singing, music and movement, ensemble, percussion, and instrumental master class. A concert performance was held on August 13. It was an awesome concert and the audience were totally amazed at what our children can learn in just 3 days. Some of them were so touched that they had tears in their eyes during the performance. Many thanks to our Music Camp director, Beverly, teachers, and volunteer helpers for their hard work to make this camp such a fun and touching experience for everyone. Please click to see the related media reports.
  • KTSF Ch26 has made a special report about FCSN Center, FCSN's 10 year history and the culmination of five years of fundraising effort for the center. Please click to see the video report.
06/22/06:
  • FCSN had a wonderful 10th anniversary Annual Meeting that took place on June 17 at the Chinese Culture Center in Sunnyvale. Over 300 members, children and friends came to the celebration. The sharing was touching, the food was great, the Emcees were excellent, and the children's performance was so incredibly original and cute. Thanks to all our volunteers and children. Please see the media reports in World Journal, SingTao Daily, and Epoch Times.
  • FCSN's board members have elected our new President and Chairman. James Chiao succeeded Albert Wang as the President for the year 2006-2007. Albert Wang and Limin Hu were elected as Co-Chair of FCSN.
  • Please click to view or download our latest newsletter.
06/15/06:
  • FCSN board election was held and 6 new board members were elected for the 2 year term from 2006 to 2008. Out of the 6 board members, 4 current members were re-elected. We also have 2 new board members, we welcome them to join the FCSN board. FCSN board also approved the appointment of Ms. Kris Wang and Chen-Ming & Margaret Hu (Parents of artist Raymond Hu with Down’s Syndrome) to board of directors. Kris Wang is Vice Mayor of Cupertino and Porf. Hu is a Professor of Engineering at UC Berkeley, and previous CTO of TSMC. Please click to see the 2006-2007 board.
06/02/06:
  • FCSN 10th Anniversary, Annual Family Day: Please join us in our Annual Family Day on Saturday, June 17 from 10:30am to 2:30pm. The activities will include new president inauguration, review of our programs for the past year, and presentation of our goals for the coming year. There are also performance from FCSN's children and youth. Lunch for everyone and a play area for the children will be provided. This event will be held at Chinese Culture Center.
  • Piano Charity Concert: On Saturday, June 24 at 7pm, Robert Van Horne will hold a concert at the Recital Hall of Santa Clara University (114 Franklin Street, Santa Clara). Concert highlight includes semi-classical favorites, show tunes, and popular selections. For tickets($20) please call Josephine at 510-573-3232.
04/28/06:
  • On April 14, Alameda County School Supervisor Sheila Jordan and former California Congressman John Dutra visited FCSN Center. They were very impressed by the beautifully designed campus. Please click to see the related news.
  • Please click to view newly updated Photo Album.
01/10/06:
  • The Spring semester of our family support gathering starts on 2/4. Please check out the seminar topics and speakers for Spring 2006.
  • Please click to view/download our latest newsletter.
11/16/05:
  • On 11/12, FCSN's annual fundraising gala, Treasure Our Dream, was held at the Santa Clara Convention Center. We heard nothing but praises for our programs (thanks to Sufen, Jason/CK/F4, Limin), our facility and decoration (thanks to John, Chi, Julia, Bo Liu, many others), our perfect pair of MC’s (Jo and Rick), the sharing Video (thanks for Ma Li, Felix, and Jimmy, our new volunteer), our reception staff (thanks to Amy, Josephine, and many others), our raffle/Silent auction group (thanks to Linda, Sherrie, Lingru, and many others), and numerous other aspects of the event. Our many VIP’s were truly amazed at what FCSN is providing our community and how talented our children are. We had a pleasant surprise of the dollor-for-dollor matching donor from the Jiao Da Alumni Association. It is a strong validation of FCSN’s work and its reputation as a well organized group with integrity and a great mission. Special thanks to the program book dynamic duo of Chaozi and Stanley Yeh. Please click to see photos and related newspaper articles.
09/11/05:
  • The Fall semester of our family support gathering has started on 9/10. Please check out the seminar topics and speakers for Fall 2005.
08/02/05:
  • Continuing the success of the past two years, FCSN held another sold-out performance of Campus Folk Song Concert in Flint Center, Cupertino on 7/30. Several performers came all the way from Taiwan and expressed their happiness in participating in this meaningful FCSN event, and they followed up by putting on a tremendous show for the audience. Another highlight of the concerts is that all of the background singers are FCSN members. Please see the related reports and concert photos.
06/28/05:
  • FCSN got the support from River of Life Christian Church. ROLCC is going to provide FCSN with a gathering place for our family support gathering program. Please see the reports in World Journal and Sing Tao Daily.
06/20/05:
  • FCSN had a wonderful Annual Meeting/Family Day that took place on June 4 at the Chinese Culture Center in Sunnyvale. Over 300 members, children and friends came to the celebration. The sharing was touching, the food was great, the Emcees were excellent, and the children's performance was so incredibly original and cute. Thanks to all our volunteers and children, especially to Uncle John, Auntie Linda, and Auntie Su-Fen for such beautiful coordination. Please see the reports in World Journal and Epoch Times.
  • FCSN's board members have elected our new President and Chairman. Albert Wang succeeded Anna Wang as the President for the year 2005-2006. Limin Hu was elected as the Chairman of FCSN.
05/26/05:
  • On 5/22, The Fremont Flute Ensemble held a successful, beautiful charity concert for FCSN. Many of our families enjoyed wonderful music, and some of our children and parents sang along with the songs.
05/23/05:
  • FCSN has elected nine new board members to join FCSN Board. Please click to see the 2005-2006 board. The race was very close. We appreciate all 10 candidates for their willingness to help our FCSN family realize our mission.
05/20/05:
  • FCSN Summer Activities: Download our Summer Activities Flyer
    Annual Family Day: Please join us in our Annual Family Day on Saturday, June 4 from 10:30am to 2:30pm. The activities will include new president inauguration, review of our programs for the past year, and presentation of our goals for the coming year. There are also performance from FCSN's children and youth. Lunch for everyone and a play area for the children will be provided. This event will be held at Chinese Culture Center.
    Ping Pong Social - Dear dads, come to celebrate Father's day with other FCSN fathers in these fun games on June 11 from 9am to 12pm at Cubberley Center in Palo Alato. Please contact Nhon Quach: nquach2002@yahoo.com, 408-268-2605 or Jim Chiao: jim_chiao@yahoo.com, 408-867-0912 for more details.
    Relay For Life - FCNS is proud to support the American Cancer Society, Northern California Chinese Unit Relay For Life in De Anza College on June 18. Please sign up with Roger Leung: 408-997-6286, leungky@ix.netcom.com. More details...
    4th of July Parade - Once again FCSN will join in the 4th of July Parade in Fremont on Monday, July 4. This year we'll walk down Mission Boulevard near Ohlone College from 10am to 12pm. Please click to see the parade route , or contact Anna Wang: annawwang@yahoo.com, 510-657-6610 for more details.
    Picnic Day Pot Luck - On July 16, FCSN will hold its annual Picnic Day at Serra Park in Sunnyvale, from 11am to 3pm. Please sign up with Bo Liu: bliu2001@hotmail.com, 510-449-3580.
    Sports Day - Once again FCSN will participate in the CAAT's "Games for Children with Special Needs" on July 24 at San Jose City College. Please contact Josephine Chou: jchou01@aol.com, 510-573-3232 for more details.
    Fundraising Concert - FCSN will hold its 3rd summer fundraising concert on July 30 at Flint Center, Cupertino. More details...
    Family Camping - FCSN will have our annual family camping at Joseph Grant County Park in Santa Clara County from Friday evening, August 19, to Sunday, August 21. Advance enrollment is required. To sign up, please email or call Michael Pan (pan_95119@yahoo.com, 510-687-1853) with the following information:
    1. Your name and the names of the family/party coming with you. Please specify the age of anyone who is under 18. If a person is with special needs, please denote with a "*".
    2. E-mail address. One or two phone numbers where you can be reached.
    3. Number of vehicle(s) and tent(s) in your group.
    It is free to FCSN members. However, there is a limit on the maximum number of tents and occupancy, so please sign up early. Please click to see the camp site for more information.
04/25/05:
  • On 5/22, The Fremont Flute Ensemble will hold a fundraising concert benefiting FCSN. The admission is free. Please click to view the flyer for more details.
03/24/05:
  • FCSN is currently looking for a dynamic and experienced individual to be our executive director, providing leadership and support in all areas of operation, especially in the programs and operation of the upcoming FCSN Center. Please click to review the Executive Director Job Description.
03/14/05:
  • On 3/12/2005, FCSN participated in the Lunar New Year Parade in Cupertino. Just as last year, our colorful floats and cheerful children drew a lot of attention and applauses. Over 50 FCSN members participated in this event.
01/26/05:
  • Chinese schools and community members team up to help with our FCSN Booth. Please see the related article in World Journal.
01/15/05:
  • FCSN's family support gathering for Spring 2005 starts on 1/29. Please notice that we have a new location and session starts at 4:30pm this semester. Please click to download the registration form.
01/05/05:
12/04/04:
  • On Tuesday, December 2, 2004, FCSN Board member Patrick Kwok was sworn into the office of Mayor for the City of Cupertino. FCSN President Anna Wang, Past Presidents Limin Hu and Linmei Chiao, Executive Director Josephine Chou, and several members were present at the ceremony. Anna spoke on behalf of FCSN praising Patrick’s love and care for children with special needs. Patrick has been a committed community activist, serving on the Cupertino Planning Commission before being elected to the City Council in 2001. He has earned the respect of his fellow council members, who elected him to be Mayor for the year 2004-2005. Patrick and wife Susan joined the FCSN Board of Directors in July, 2004 and brings to our organization his distinguished experience in community service.
10/31/04:
  • On 10/30, FCSN's annual fundraising gala was held at Hyatt Regency Hotel in Burlingame. The event features singer Jessica Shum and IDEA band; with sharing provided by Darcy Ting, who is the host of KTSF’s “Mandarin Journal”. The event
    drew over 700 guests who enjoyed an evening of music, singing, dancing, and performances by FCSN children and members. Thanks to Nhon Quach and Gala event planning committee & staff for organizing this successful fundraising event. Please click to see our Raffle Prize Winners, or related newspaper articles.
09/09/04:
  • FCSN is proud to present the first “FCSN Booth,” a toy and gift store with a mission to help adults with developmental challenges. It provides them a great work opportunity in an integrated setting to learn valuable life skills with the supervision and support from FCSN staff, and to gain a sense of accomplishment and self-fulfillment. The first “FCSN Booth” will open on 9/19/2004 in Cupertino/West San Jose area. Please click to download invitation.
08/11/04:
  • FCSN's family support gathering for Fall 2004 starts on Sept. 4. Please notice that we have a new location (Taiwanese-American Presbyterian Church: 12850 Saratoga Ave., Saratoga) and session starts at 4:30pm this semester. Please click to download the registration form. The deadline for application is August 28, 2004. Higher charge will be applied after the deadline.
  • FCSN's four Integrated Playgroups in the SW Region is now accepting registration for Fall 2004. Please click to download the registration form. This high quality program is for special needs and typically developing children ages 5 & under that are residents of Cupertino, West SJ, Saratoga, Los Gatos. ...
08/02/04:
  • Back by popular demands, FCSN held two sold-out performance of Campus Folk Song Concerts in Flint Center, Cupertino on 7/31. Several performers came all the way from Taiwan and expressed their happiness in participating in this meaningful FCSN event, and they followed up by putting on a tremendous show for the audience. Another highlight of the concerts is that all of the background singers are FCSN members. Please see the related reports.
07/20/04:
  • FCSN has proudly joined in many events held by the community and other groups. Here's the report on these events:
    4th of July Parade(7/4/04): Around 60 FCSN members walked down Fremont Blvd. in Fremont.
    20th Chinese American Athletic Tournament(7/18/04): Once again FCSN participated in the CATT's "Games for Children with Special Needs".
06/30/04:
  • FCSN Summer Activities:
     4th of July Parade - Once again FCSN will join in the 4th of July Parade in Fremont on Sunday, July 4. This year we'll walk down Fremont Boulevard From Tamayo to Alder Avenue from 11am to 1pm. Participants please report to CBC ENTRY #63 at STAGING AREA, FREMONT BLVD & DECOTO RD by 10AM. Please click to see the parade map, or contact Tapin Hu (tapinhu@yahoo.com, 510-668-1698) for more details.
     FCSN Advisory Board Meeting - On July 10, FCSN will be holding our advisory board meeting. This year we are fortunate to have Ms. Kathryn Burns-Jepson, former Mission Valley SELPA director and director of special ed. of the Fremont Unified School District, join our advisory team. Dr. Summer Hsia, Professor of Special Ed. in SF State U., and Dr. Jinmei Chang, Professor of Education in SJ State U. will also be among us.
     Chinese American Athletic Tournament - Once again FCSN will participate in the CAAT's "Games for Children with Special Needs" on July 18. Please contact Jason Wang (jasonw@supertex.com, 510-226-9377) for more details.
    Campus Folk Song Concert is back this summer by popular demands. There will be 2 shows(2pm & 7:30pm) on July 31 at Flint Center, Cupertino.
     Bowling Tournament - Come join us in this fun game on August 1. Please contact Jason Wang (jasonw@supertex.com, 510-226-9377) for more details.
     Sports & Picnic Day - On August 7, FCSN will hold its annual Sports & Picnic Day at De Anza Park, Sunnyvaile, from 10am to 3pm. Please contact Gary Chen (miao-ching-gary.chen@amd.com) for more details.
    Summer Camping     - FCSN will have our annual family camping at Huddard Park in San Mateo County, near the town of Woodside, from Saturday, August 14, to Monday, August 16. Please click to see the camp site for more information. To sign up, please email to Larry Peng (Larry.Peng@sanjoseca.gov) with the following information:
    1. Your name and the names of the family/party coming with you. Please specify the age of anyone who is under 18. If a person is with special needs, please denote with a "*".
    2. E-mail address. One or two phone numbers where you can be reached.
    3. Number of vehicle(s) and tent(s) in your group.
    It is free to FCSN members. However, there is a limit on the maximum number of tents and occupancy, so please sign up early.
     Annual Workshop - FCSN will have its first annual workshop on August 21(9am-4pm) at Milpitas. There're 3 topics of discussion:
    Topic 1: California Budget Cut on Regional Center Services (Marty Omoto)
    Topic 2: Federal I.D.E.A. law change impact on Special Ed. (Dr. Eileen Crumm, Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund)
    Topic 3: Bridging Home & School (discussion w/ 2 special ed. directors)
    The cost will be $10/person for members; $20/person for non-members if you register before 8/18. Free childcare is available for registrants. Please download the registration form and mail it to Te-Shu Teng: 245 Tramway Drive, Milpitas, 95035. You can also fax to (510)445-0430, or email to daisyteng@comcast.net
06/15/04:
06/13/04:
  • FCSN had a wonderful Annual Meeting/Family Day that took place on June 12 at the Chinese Culture Center in Sunnyvale. We were honored to have the Vice Mayor of Sunnyvale Dean Chu to speak to us. Assemblyman Leland Yee presented the Certificate of Recognition from California State Assembly. Anna Wang succeeded Limin Hu as the President for the year 2004-2005. Please see the reports in World Journal and Sing Tao Daily.
06/07/04:
  • FCSN has elected eight new board members to join FCSN Board. Please click here to see the 2004-2005 board. On June 5, 2004, the FCSN board held it's first board meeting and has elected Anna Wang as the new President for the year 2004-2005 starting on 6/12/2004. The board also elected Patrick Kwok, Cupertino Vice Mayor, and Ben Liao, Cupertino school Board to join FCSN board. Please see related news.
05/27/04:
  • Please join us in our Annual Family Day on Saturday, June 12 from 10:30am to 2:30pm. FCSN will review our programs for the past year, and present our goals for the coming year. There are also performance from FCSN's children and youth. Lunch and a play area for the children will be provided. This event will be held at Chinese Culture Center:1269 Forgewood Ave., Sunnyvale. Click here for more details.
05/21/04:
  • CRYING OUT FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES! A busload of FCSN parents and children headed to Sacramento on May 20, 2004, to voice opposition to the Governor's proposed budget cuts for the special needs community. Please see the reports in Argus, World Journal, and SingTao Daily.
04/29/04:
  • FCSN was one of the leading groups in the protest against the Governor's proposed cuts on IHSS, held on April 28, beginning at 11 AM. Over 1,200 children and adults with disabilities, seniors, independent living centers, regional centers, other community organizations, in-home care workers who marched six blocks from the Sacramento Convention Center to the south steps of the State Capitol in a noisy demonstration chanting "we have rights - no more cuts". Hundreds packed the hallways and hearing rooms in the State Capitol giving testimonies to the Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Health and Human Services on the impact of the IHSS cuts. Please see the reports in Argus, SingTao Daily, and World Journal.
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03/01/04:
  • FCSN joined in the Lunar New Year Unity Parade in Cupertino on Feb. 28, 2004. Our beautiful decoration and the Kung Fu dance performance earned loud applause and many positive feedbacks. See photos.
02/14/04:
  • FCSN will participate the Cupertino Lunar New Year Unity Parade on 2/28/2004.
01/20/04:
  • Please Come celebrate the 2004 Chinese New Year with us at Children's Discovery Museum in San Jose on 2/14 & 15. More details...
  • FCSN's family support gathering for Spring 2004 starts on Feb. 7. Please check our calendar for meeting dates. Please notice that we have a new location(Union Church of Cupertino: 20900 Stevens Creek Blvd) and half an hour earlier this semester. Please download registration form here.
12/02/03:
  • Cupertino Village Fundraiser marks another milestone for FCSN, where business community help raise more than $150,000. In less than two years, FCSN has successfully raised $1.6M toward the $2M goal for the Dream Project. See photos and related news.
11/02/03:
  • Once again, FCSN's annual Fundraising Gala was a smashing success with more than 1,000 guests, and raising more than $200,000. See photos and related news.
10/23/03:
  • The groundbreaking ceremony of FCSN Center was held on October 22, 2003. This joyful event was celebrated with many of FCSN's supporters, including Honorable Wilma Chan(State Assembly Majority Leader), Honorable Liz Figueroa(State Senator), Honorable Scott Haggerty(Alameda County Supervisor), Mayor Gus Morrison(City of Fremont), Executive Director Jim Burton(East Bay Regional Center), Executive Director Santi Rogers(San Andreas regional Center), City of Fremont Council Members and many other guests. Many of our family members with their children also attended this event. See photos and related news.
10/06/03:
  • Please see the featured story about Becky and FCSN in SingTao Daily.
09/24/03:
  • FCSN had another sold-out fundraising event, Ruei-bin Chen's Piano Concert, on Sept. 20. Audience was totally in rapture about Ruei-bin's performance. Please check out related media reports and photo highlight.
09/11/03:
  • Please check our Photo Album for newly uploaded pictures. It includes photos from Family Day, July 4th Parade, Sports Day, Campus Folk Song Concert, and Fundraising run with Mayor Ma.
08/14/03:
  • FCSN is now open to Fall 2003 family support gathering applications. Registration form is available for download. The deadline for the application is August 28, 2003.
08/07/03:
  • Aside from the big success of our summer events: Family Day(6/25/03) and Campus Folk Song Concerts(7/27/03), FCSN has proudly joined in many events held by the community and other groups. Here's the report on these events:

    Relay For Life(6/21/03): Around 50 people from FCSN participated this event held by the Cancer Society, Northern American Chinese Chapter. Led by our team captain, Andrew Chiang, each team member walked at a range from 3 to 28 laps, and help raised $2,045.
    4th of July Parade(7/4/03): Around 60 FCSN members walked down the Warm Spring Blvd. in Fremont. Our well decorated Yellow Submarine float, music, and our children on the float got a lot of cheers from the crowd. Together with CBC, Fremont Chinese School, Academy of Chinese Performing Arts, we won two awards: first place in the Novelty Category, and People's Choice Award. Please see the report in World Journal.
    19th Chinese American Athletic Tournament(7/20/03): Over 100 FCSN members participated in this event held at De Anza College, Cupertino. Our team members won all the medals of the special-need children track events and special-need family fun games. FCSN has also won two team awards: Best Team Spirit Award(3rd place) and Event Special Award. Please check out the reports in World Journal, SingTao Daily, and The Epoch Times.
08/06/03:
  • FCSN held two full-house, well-received Campus Folk Song Concerts on July 27. Thanks to the help from singers, musicians, and volunteers, we received overwhelming response from the audience and public. Please check out our concert highlight, and media reports.
08/02/03:
  • FCSN family camping will be held at Wurr Flat Group Camp #1, San Mateo Memorial Park on 8/09 and 8/10. To register, please send email to larry.peng@ci.sj.ca.us. For more details of the camp site, please check the camp's web site and directions.
07/20/03:
  • FCSN is starting four Integrated Playgroups in the SW Region - Funded by FIRST 5. This high quality program is for special needs and typically developing children ages 5 & under that are residents of Cupertino, West SJ, Saratoga, Los Gatos. Please come to our upcoming focus groups. More details...
07/17/03:
07/10/03:
  • Great news!!! A 2nd performance of our Campus Folk Song Concert has been added by popular demands. To purchase tickets, please go to our ticket stations or call 510-573-3232.
  • FCSN is proud to present an exciting new summer class: Little Chef Training Program. It's a great opportunity for our children to learn basic cooking skills. Spaces are limited. Please contact Linda Yang at 510-651-8841. Click here for more details.
07/07/03:
  • FCSN joined in the 4th of July Parade in Fremont. Our well decorated FCSN Yellow Submarine float, music, and our children on the float got a lot of cheers from the crowd. Together with CBC, Fremont Chinese School, Academy of Chinese Performing Arts, we won two awards: first place in the Novelty Category, and People's Choice Award. Please see the report in World Journal.
06/16/03:
  • FCSN had a wonderful Annual Meeting/Family Day that took place on June 14 at the Chinese Culture Center in Sunnyvale. Some 300 members and guests enjoyed a wonderful afternoon together. We were honored to have Assemblyman Leland Yee to speak to us, and the welcome by Sunnyvale Mayor Julie Miller. Please see the report in World Journal and Sing Tao Daily. Also see the newly elected board members.
  • Please see the special report about Autism featured in World Journal.
06/12/03:
  • Please join us in our Annual Family Day on Saturday, June 14 from 10:30am to 2:30pm. FCSN will review our programs for the past year, and present our goals for the coming year. There are also performance from FCSN's children and youth. Lunch and a play area for the children will be provided. This event will be held at CACC:1269 Forgewood Ave., Sunnyvale. Please see the article in World Journal about this event.
06/10/03:
  • FCSN kicks off its summer 2003 capital campaign with Campus Folk Song Concert. Please see the articles in World Journal and Sing Tao Daily about the press conference held by FCSN.
06/01/03:
  • FCSN Summer Activities:    Download our Summer Activities Flyer
    Relay For Life - FCNS is proud to support the American Cancer Society, Northern California Chinese Unit Relay For Life. FCNS's team captain, Andrew Chiang, will lead a team of 10 members to walk at Cupertino High School on June21. More details...
     Sport & Picnic Day - CAAT has added a new "Games for Children with Special Needs" to its traditional programs this year. Please come join the FCSN team on July 20, 9am-2pm at Cupertino High School. FCSN will have a tent and provide food and drinks. More details...
    Summer Camping     - Back by popular demand, FCSN will have our camping at Wurr Flat Group Camp, San Mateo Memorial Park. It's about a 20-30 Minute drive from the intersection of I-280 and HWY. 84. Thanks to Anna Wang and Linda Yang for making the reservations. For more details of the camp site, please check the camp's web site.
05/29/03:
  • Please join us in our Annual Family Day on Saturday, June 14 from 10:30am to 2:30pm. FCSN will review our programs for the past year, and present our goals for the coming year. There are also performance from FCSN's children and youth. Lunch and a play area for the children will be provided. This event will be held at CACC:1269 Forgewood Ave., Sunnyvale. Please RSVP Linda Yang at 510-651-8841 or john.yang@uniwill.com.
  • FCSN is starting two new programs: Mental Math Class in San Jose and Kumon Math and English Class in Milpitas. Please click here to see more details.
05/21/03:
  • Our next mother's gathering will be held on Monday, 5/26 from 11am to 3pm. We will meet at the Kumon Center in Milpitas. Please contact Te-Shu Teng(408-935-9795) for details.
04/13/03:
  • Governor of California Gray Davis has declared April as the month of Autism Awareness. Please see the articles in World Journal and Sing Tao Daily about the press conference held by FCSN.
02/01/03:
  • The start date of our bi-weekly family support gathering for the Spring is 2/15/2003. There's also some change of schedule in April. Please click here to see the updated calendar.
  • Check out the seminar topics and speakers for Spring 2003.
01/04/03: