JudgesIntroduction
Our dedicated panel of judges for the 2025 Picture Book Reading Contest comprises highly experienced educators from colleges and high schools across America. Since the contest is exclusively for elementary and middle school students, we ensure the integrity of the contest by selecting judges who have no direct connection to the participants. This impartial approach guarantees that every submission is evaluated fairly and that no participant can gain an unfair advantage. These judges bring a wealth of knowledge in language education and have a deep understanding of how to assess language proficiency, creativity, and storytelling in a way that encourages young learners to excel. Our Esteemed Judges Arnold, Zachary - Monterey Language Institute Chang, Anna - Monterey Language Institute Dou, Lei - Monterey Language Institute Kuzmin, Nikita - Monterey Language Institute Lu, Hui-Ching - Monterey Language Institute Ma, Summer - Beijing Language and Culture University Tang, Long - Monterey Language Institute Wu, Meilian - Monterey Language Institute Xu, Yuan - Monterey Language Institute Zhang, Gracie - UC Berkeley Judges’ Message We would like to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the judges who contributed their time and expertise to the 2023: the First Annual America Picture Book Reading Contest. Your thoughtful feedback and commitment played a vital role in making last year’s contest a resounding success. Thank you for your dedication to promoting Chinese language learning among young students. As we step into the 2024-2025 contest, we are excited to welcome a new panel of judges who bring fresh perspectives and continued enthusiasm. This year’s contest promises to showcase even more creativity and language talent from young learners across America. We look forward to witnessing the remarkable performances that students will share, and we are confident that this year’s judges will provide insightful and encouraging feedback to help them grow in their language journey. Thank you for your invaluable contributions to this meaningful event! A Note of Thanks On behalf of the contest committee, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all the judges, past and present, who have dedicated their time and energy to supporting this contest. Your efforts make a lasting impact on young learners and help to foster a love of Chinese language and culture that will last a lifetime. Your dedication ensures that this contest continues to inspire students to achieve their best, and we are grateful for the care and professionalism you bring to this important role. Thank you for being an essential part of this journey! 2025 Picture Book Reading Contest Committee |