Program Coordinator
Ia Lo
Greetings, friends and families!
My name is Ia Lo. I was born and raised here in North Sacramento. In 2012, I attended UC Davis where I was at for the next 5 years. I first worked for Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp in 2014 as an Enrichment Instructor. From then on, I became the 3rd-4th grade Language Instructor (2016), an Assistant Program Coordinator (2017), Kindergarten Language Instructor (2018), and I am now your Program Coordinator. My hope for this summer is to provide instructors the skills and resources to teach students so that they value the Hmong language and culture as an asset in their lives and not as a burden. For parents and families, I hope to continue the relationships we have built, connect with new families, and continue to support your children to grow.
Email: ia.lo@hypu.org
Greetings, friends and families!
My name is Ia Lo. I was born and raised here in North Sacramento. In 2012, I attended UC Davis where I was at for the next 5 years. I first worked for Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp in 2014 as an Enrichment Instructor. From then on, I became the 3rd-4th grade Language Instructor (2016), an Assistant Program Coordinator (2017), Kindergarten Language Instructor (2018), and I am now your Program Coordinator. My hope for this summer is to provide instructors the skills and resources to teach students so that they value the Hmong language and culture as an asset in their lives and not as a burden. For parents and families, I hope to continue the relationships we have built, connect with new families, and continue to support your children to grow.
Email: ia.lo@hypu.org
Program Assistant
Panhia Xiong
Nyob Zoo,
My name is Panhia Xiong. I am the Program Assistant this summer. This is my fourth summer working with HESC. The past 3 summers I was a language teacher. I am excited this summer to take on the Program Assistant position!
A little about myself. I was born in Thailand and came to the U.S. when I was 5 years old. I received my B.A. in Art Studio and my Single Subject Art Teaching Credential from the California State University of Sacramento. Currently, I teach Art at Rio Tierra Jr. High School with the Twin Rivers Unified School District. I look forward to meeting our parents and working with our students this summer!
Email: nick6pxiong28@gmail.com
Nyob Zoo,
My name is Panhia Xiong. I am the Program Assistant this summer. This is my fourth summer working with HESC. The past 3 summers I was a language teacher. I am excited this summer to take on the Program Assistant position!
A little about myself. I was born in Thailand and came to the U.S. when I was 5 years old. I received my B.A. in Art Studio and my Single Subject Art Teaching Credential from the California State University of Sacramento. Currently, I teach Art at Rio Tierra Jr. High School with the Twin Rivers Unified School District. I look forward to meeting our parents and working with our students this summer!
Email: nick6pxiong28@gmail.com
Instructors
Xib Fwb Sua Lauj
Hello parents, my name is Soua Lor (Xib Fwb Lauj). I been working with Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp for the last two years as an inter and going on my third years this year as the instructor for the kindergarten. Beside working with H.E.S.C, I’m also a mother of three, students of America River College, an instructor for Hmong Language Summer Course at the Hope Center and an Pare-Educator for Twin Rivers Unified School District. I’m so excited for this year. My plan for this year is to bring in phrases, history, sight words and etc… Teaching my students is important to me because if we (as the adults) stop exposing our children to our culture, then there is high chance that our culture will slowly fade away and disappear. There are many children of this generation that does not speak or understand their native language anymore, so much so that English has now become their primary language instead of Hmong. My vision for this year is to have my students be able to communicate with their parents and elders in Hmong. This is only the begin. I hope with my work at school with your child and your work at home can make this possible. Thank you!
Email: mayshengyaj@mail.fresnostate.edu
Hello parents, my name is Soua Lor (Xib Fwb Lauj). I been working with Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp for the last two years as an inter and going on my third years this year as the instructor for the kindergarten. Beside working with H.E.S.C, I’m also a mother of three, students of America River College, an instructor for Hmong Language Summer Course at the Hope Center and an Pare-Educator for Twin Rivers Unified School District. I’m so excited for this year. My plan for this year is to bring in phrases, history, sight words and etc… Teaching my students is important to me because if we (as the adults) stop exposing our children to our culture, then there is high chance that our culture will slowly fade away and disappear. There are many children of this generation that does not speak or understand their native language anymore, so much so that English has now become their primary language instead of Hmong. My vision for this year is to have my students be able to communicate with their parents and elders in Hmong. This is only the begin. I hope with my work at school with your child and your work at home can make this possible. Thank you!
Email: mayshengyaj@mail.fresnostate.edu
Xib Fwb Maiv See Yaj
Hello parents and students, my name is Maysheng Michelle Yang. I am also the eldest child of seven. I am from Fresno California and I have traveled here to teach Hmong language and Culture for Hmong Youth and Parents United Incorporation. I attend Fresno State in hopes to become a Hmong Dual Immersion Elementary Teacher. Overall I want to promote education in all aspects. I look forward to making a difference, as well as working with all of you and your children.
Email: mayshengyaj@mail.fresnostate.edu
Hello parents and students, my name is Maysheng Michelle Yang. I am also the eldest child of seven. I am from Fresno California and I have traveled here to teach Hmong language and Culture for Hmong Youth and Parents United Incorporation. I attend Fresno State in hopes to become a Hmong Dual Immersion Elementary Teacher. Overall I want to promote education in all aspects. I look forward to making a difference, as well as working with all of you and your children.
Email: mayshengyaj@mail.fresnostate.edu
Xib Fwb Khu Yaaj
My name is Khou Yang. I am the second grade instructor for HESC this year. I was born in Thailand, and immigrated to the United States when I was 7. As a child, I have always loved the Hmong culture and the rich tradition that we managed to preserve. And as a person who loves to get involved with the community, I would love to give back to my Hmong community by helping out with what I am capable of. And being a part of the HESC Instructor team, is a step closer to making my dream tangible.
Email: khuyang@ucdavis.org
My name is Khou Yang. I am the second grade instructor for HESC this year. I was born in Thailand, and immigrated to the United States when I was 7. As a child, I have always loved the Hmong culture and the rich tradition that we managed to preserve. And as a person who loves to get involved with the community, I would love to give back to my Hmong community by helping out with what I am capable of. And being a part of the HESC Instructor team, is a step closer to making my dream tangible.
Email: khuyang@ucdavis.org
Xib Fwb Ashlenily Xyooj
My name is Ashlenily Xiong! I will be teaching 3rd grade for the Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp! I recently graduated from American River College and now attending California State University, Sacramento majoring in liberal studies! My favorite hobbies are singing, making arts and crafts, and taking pictures! Xyoo no kuv zoo siab kawg uas kuv tseem muaj hmoo los ua ib tug instructor rau lub Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp thiab! I am looking forward to sharing a fun and amazing summer with everyone! Thank you!
Email: ashlenilyx@gmail.com
My name is Ashlenily Xiong! I will be teaching 3rd grade for the Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp! I recently graduated from American River College and now attending California State University, Sacramento majoring in liberal studies! My favorite hobbies are singing, making arts and crafts, and taking pictures! Xyoo no kuv zoo siab kawg uas kuv tseem muaj hmoo los ua ib tug instructor rau lub Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp thiab! I am looking forward to sharing a fun and amazing summer with everyone! Thank you!
Email: ashlenilyx@gmail.com
Xib Fwb Leej Muas
Leng Moua is a college student studies English with a focus in creative writing at Sac State where he will graduate in spring 2020 then pursue his goals of teaching ESL abroad. He also works for an after school program in Elk Grove. He hopes that his experiences will provide him with the tools in helping out his Hmong community with finding their identity, opening new doors and promoting passion for arts within the youth.
Email: lengmoua@gmail.com
Leng Moua is a college student studies English with a focus in creative writing at Sac State where he will graduate in spring 2020 then pursue his goals of teaching ESL abroad. He also works for an after school program in Elk Grove. He hopes that his experiences will provide him with the tools in helping out his Hmong community with finding their identity, opening new doors and promoting passion for arts within the youth.
Email: lengmoua@gmail.com
Xib Fwb Jerry Vaj
Nyob Zoo, kuv lub npe yog Jerry Vaj. I’m currently still a student studying at California State University of Sacramento, majoring in Liberal Studies. Hoping to graduate this upcoming Spring of 2020 and continue into the credential program that following semester. Career goal is to become a future educator and continue teaching. I enjoy playing the guitar and singing on my free time. And I also enjoy the outdoor fishing.
Email: vangjerry10@gmail.com
Nyob Zoo, kuv lub npe yog Jerry Vaj. I’m currently still a student studying at California State University of Sacramento, majoring in Liberal Studies. Hoping to graduate this upcoming Spring of 2020 and continue into the credential program that following semester. Career goal is to become a future educator and continue teaching. I enjoy playing the guitar and singing on my free time. And I also enjoy the outdoor fishing.
Email: vangjerry10@gmail.com
Xib Fwb Nkauj Hnub Xyooj
My name is Kao Nue Xiong. I am a Grant Pacers Alumni of year 2009. I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential at California State University, Sacramento. I’ve previously taught 7th grade math at NP3 Middle School and 6th grade at Del Paso Elementary School. I will be teaching 3rd grade at Hazel Strauch Elementary School comes this August 2019. This summer, I have the honor of teaching the 6th grade class for Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp! I can’t wait to meet and work with our 6th graders joining us for this summer’s program. We are going to have a great time!
Email: kaonue09@gmail.com
My name is Kao Nue Xiong. I am a Grant Pacers Alumni of year 2009. I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential at California State University, Sacramento. I’ve previously taught 7th grade math at NP3 Middle School and 6th grade at Del Paso Elementary School. I will be teaching 3rd grade at Hazel Strauch Elementary School comes this August 2019. This summer, I have the honor of teaching the 6th grade class for Hmong Enrichment Summer Camp! I can’t wait to meet and work with our 6th graders joining us for this summer’s program. We are going to have a great time!
Email: kaonue09@gmail.com
Xib Fwb Tsim Nuj Vaj
Hi. My name is Chi Nou Vang. I am a returning teacher and it will be my fourth year teaching at HESC. This year I will be the teacher for 7-8 grade. I am original from Fresno but currently live and attend UC Davis. On my free time, I like to play volleyball and go fishing. I also love to eat pho. I am looking forward to meeting all the parents and students. I have no doubt it will be another fun summer again.
Email: cnvang@ucdavis.edu
Hi. My name is Chi Nou Vang. I am a returning teacher and it will be my fourth year teaching at HESC. This year I will be the teacher for 7-8 grade. I am original from Fresno but currently live and attend UC Davis. On my free time, I like to play volleyball and go fishing. I also love to eat pho. I am looking forward to meeting all the parents and students. I have no doubt it will be another fun summer again.
Email: cnvang@ucdavis.edu
Xib Fwb Peej Lauj
My name is Pheng Lor. I was born in Thailand and came to America when I was about 4 years old. I have always live in Sacramento and went to all local schools around the North Sacramento area. I love working/playing with children (my nephews & nieces) and that got me into HESC my first year in 2014. Since then I have been volunteered working with all grades but what I enjoy working most were with kinder to third grader. I have been volunteering for HESC for five years and this year I have decided to become a P.E. instructor.
Email: phengeri@live.com
My name is Pheng Lor. I was born in Thailand and came to America when I was about 4 years old. I have always live in Sacramento and went to all local schools around the North Sacramento area. I love working/playing with children (my nephews & nieces) and that got me into HESC my first year in 2014. Since then I have been volunteered working with all grades but what I enjoy working most were with kinder to third grader. I have been volunteering for HESC for five years and this year I have decided to become a P.E. instructor.
Email: phengeri@live.com
Intern
Huab Xyooj
Huab Xyooj, interning with HESC, graduated from Sacramento State in 2018 with her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies. She will be pursuing her Master’s degree in Family Education in the upcoming year. Huab was a Registered Behavior Technician that worked with children who are diagnosed with Autism. This summer she is looking forward to strengthening her skills on the Hmong Language and Literacy and building a strong connection with the Hmong community. Huab values learning and growing because she wants to provide those that she serves with her best quality of work. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, taking walks, listening to inspiring podcasts and visiting South Lake Tahoe.
Email: huabxiong56@gmail.com
Huab Xyooj, interning with HESC, graduated from Sacramento State in 2018 with her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies. She will be pursuing her Master’s degree in Family Education in the upcoming year. Huab was a Registered Behavior Technician that worked with children who are diagnosed with Autism. This summer she is looking forward to strengthening her skills on the Hmong Language and Literacy and building a strong connection with the Hmong community. Huab values learning and growing because she wants to provide those that she serves with her best quality of work. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, taking walks, listening to inspiring podcasts and visiting South Lake Tahoe.
Email: huabxiong56@gmail.com