12:00 am: New Years Ave - Half Day
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December 31, 2025
Ms. Avery Wan graduated from the Sichuan Conservatory of Music with a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Music and taught at Chengdu University. After more than ten years of teaching, Avery established the Little Star Music Education based in Maryland in 2010. In 2015, she became the founder, Principal, and CEO of Washington Cathay Future Center, and is now the Principal and Operating Director of CCACC Academy. Pioneering, tenacious, and business literate are just some of the terms used to describe Avery. She is well known in the local education and art circles and maintains strong relations with the government. She has been involved in the startup of the business, the hands-on work, the establishment of the team, the leadership of the team, as well as the completion of sales and growth goals each year, and the year-by-year expansion. Avery believes that each child has infinite potential and an educator’s mission is to unlock and nurture a child’s potential to lay the foundation for his/her long-term success and happiness.
Chunling (Esther) He serves as the Office Manager at CCACC, bringing extensive administrative experience and a deep understanding of community needs to her role. She oversees daily school operations, supports teachers, communicates with families, and coordinates enrollment and registration processes, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the school.
With years of hands-on experience in school administration and family services, Esther is highly familiar with the local community and is dedicated to providing excellent support to both students and parents. Her strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to clear communication make her an integral part of the leadership team, helping to create a welcoming, reliable, and nurturing environment for all families.
Ms. Gisselle Canales, a Salisbury University Psychology graduate, brings a wealth of experience in child development, mentoring, and community service. She was part of a minority scholars program during her college career, where she had the opportunity to mentor teens and had the chance to present community based research at the New York Psychology Winter Round Table. Ms. Gisselle has worked with adolescents, tutored kindergartners, and actively contributed during the Covid pandemic by conducting tests at school facilities. Currently, as a Bilingual Couples Case Manager at the University of Maryland for a non-profit organization, she supports families by providing them with essential resources and information to create healthy and happy relationships. Excited to contribute to CCACC Academy, Ms. Gisselle is a dedicated professional making a positive impact in various capacities.