Parents’ Guide

Yes. TAG is an open-donation program—donations are appreciated. You may donate at the semester Opening Ceremony or designated events. Feel free to donate via cash or card.

Children ages 4–15, grouped into four programs: Preschool, Kids, Junior, and Youth—plus a Parent Class. See Programs for age placement and focus.

Complete the Registration Form on our website.

Please register at least two weeks before the semester’s Opening Ceremony. Late enrollments may be accepted if space allows.

To ensure the consistency of your child’s learning, we ask that your child remain in their age-specific class.

Sundays, 9:30 AM–12:00 PM during the semester. See Calendar for term dates, holidays, and Opening/Closing Ceremonies.

Hsi Lai Center (Hacienda Heights). Visit the Contact Us page for maps and directions to parking and classroom areas.

Classes are conducted in English.

No. TAG School is in-person; learning and community time happen best on campus.

Parents typically drop children off and attend Parent Class. We encourage an independent learning environment where children may express themselves freely.

Should you and your child not make it to class, please notify us by email. We ask that children be dropped off punctually to support the quality of their education, while understanding that unforeseen circumstances may occasionally arise.

A labeled water bottle; stationery and notebook (Junior & Youth Classes), and comfortable clothes under the TAG shirt for light movement and arts.

Yes, simple snacks. Note allergies on the registration form and remind teachers at check-in. 

 Let us know on the registration form and speak to the class teacher at drop-off. Please keep children home if they’re ill or feverish.

Teachers guide restroom breaks and children must be potty‑trained to attend TAG School.

Visit Calendar—color-coded and one-tap add to Google/Apple Calendar. No-class days are clearly marked.

Please regularly check your email for all TAG School related communications.

No formal homework. Children may sometimes be invited to perform simple at-home projects or practices inspired by the Dharma.

Community members trained in TAG’s values and classroom routines. Volunteers complete onboarding and follow community guidelines. See Meet Our Team.

We practice the Three Acts of Goodness—kind actions, words, and thoughts—and partner with families to support each child.

We may photograph group activities to share community life.

Staff follow site safety protocols, and keep a tab of student numbers in the event of emergencies.

TAG welcomes open donations to support materials and program needs. Donate at semester Opening Ceremony or designated events.

Yes! Parents and community members ages 16 and above and are willing to commit weekly are welcome. See Volunteer Interest to apply; training provided.

If you need assistance or have questions, please do not hesitate to write to tagschool@hsilai.org or call (626) 923-5110.  We aim to reply within 2–3 business days. For urgent Sunday matters, speak with your class lead on site.

Check This Week’s Class on the Home page or the Calendar (no-class days in red).

Due to limited resources, we may not be able to provide Chinese interpretation.

To ensure the quality of your child’s education, we do not accept mid-semester enrollments.

Visit our Contact Us page for maps and directions to Sunday parking and the check-in area.