Staff

KEVIN DOBSON

Founder/Executive Director
kdobson@capcca.org

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JOHN PELLMAN

Director of Curriculum and Instruction
jpellman@capcca.org

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SHERRY DEL MONTE

Executive Assistant
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Christopher Burlando

Science Teacher
cburlando@capcca.org

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Mat Brooks

Building Trades Teacher
mbrooks@capcca.org

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Tasia Perry

Education Specialist
tperry@capcca.org

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Nikki Gentile

Physical Education Teacher
ngentile@capcca.org

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Hong Duong

Math Teacher
hduong@capcca.org

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Peggy Kao

Mandarin Teacher
pkao@capcca.org

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Ryan Fang

Instructional Assistant
rfang@capcca.org

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Matt Johnson

Academic Enrichment Coordinator
mjohnson@capcca.org

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Peggy Kao

Mandarin

My name is Peggy Kao; my students call me “Gao Laoshi, “ which means “Teacher Kao.” I came from Taiwan over thirty years ago. I am a dedicated Mandarin teacher with over two decades of experience teaching this beautiful language to eager learners. This passion for teaching a unique world language has led me to become a language educator, and it has been a fulfilling journey ever since.

After completing my Master’s Degree in Education, I knew teaching Mandarin was my calling. Armed with a solid foundation in language and a genuine desire to share my knowledge, I stepped into the world of education with great enthusiasm. Throughout my 20 year career as a Mandarin teacher, I have guided students from all levels, from Elementary to College. Each class is a unique tapestry of cultures, languages, and perspectives, and it’s an incredible experience to witness the exchange of ideas among my diverse group of learners.

My teaching approach is rooted in creating an engaging and nurturing learning environment.
Language acquisition should be both educational and enjoyable. By incorporating interactive activities, cultural anecdotes, and multimedia resources into my lessons, I ensure that my students grasp the language and develop a deep appreciation for Chinese culture.

Over the years, I have encountered students of all ages, backgrounds, and language levels. Each encounter has enriched my teaching skills and reinforced my belief in the power of education to transform lives. Witnessing my students’ progress, from their first hesitant attempts to speak Mandarin to confidently engaging in conversations, is immensely rewarding. Beyond the classroom, I am also an advocate for promoting cross-cultural understanding. I organize cultural exchange programs where my students immerse themselves in Chinese traditions, customs, and festivities. It brings me great joy to see them embrace the essence of Taiwan and China and carry it with them as they explore the world.

Teaching Mandarin has been a profoundly gratifying journey, and I am grateful for the countless
connections I have made with students over the years. Learning Mandarin has opened many doors for my students. I have students who attended Stanford University, MIT, UC Berkeley, and UCLA, to name a few. One of my students won the 2017 International Chinese Langauge Contest in China.
The International Chinese Language Competition for High school is also called the “Chinese Language Olympic Game,” it was on five continents and over 100 countries with around 300 contestants.

My dedication to instilling a love for Mandarin and fostering cultural appreciation remains steadfast.
I am committed to empowering CCCA students to confidently navigate the linguistic and cultural landscape of the Chinese-speaking world and beyond. With every new class, I am reminded of the boundless possibilities that language learning brings, and I eagerly look forward to the adventures that await in the years to come.

STAFF

KEVIN DOBSON

JOHN PELLMAN

SHERRY DEL MONTE

Christopher Burlando

Mat Brooks

Tasia Perry

Nikki Gentile

Hong Duong

Peggy Kao

Ryan Fang

Matt Johnson

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KEVIN DOBSON

Founder/Executive Director

JOHN PELLMAN

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

SHERRY DEL MONTE

Executive Assistant

CHRISTOPHER BURLANDO

Science Teacher

MAT BROOKS

Building Trades Teacher

TASIA PERRY

Education Specialist

Nikki Gentile

Physical Education

Hong Duong

Math

Peggy Kao

Mandarin

Ryan Fang

Matt Johnson

Instructional Assistant