The National Chinese Honors Society hosted a celebration of the Chinese New Year in the library. This event, unlike others in the past, was open to all students in the program, teachers and parents.
I’m not trying to just give them a lecture, but I want them to learn through activities. I want my kids not only to learn the language, but to learn the culture. Chinese New Year is definitely the most important festival for Chinese people, and I want my kids to know what we do for [it].” — Chinese teacher Ms. Lang
The event included many activities pertaining to Chinese culture and fun, from banner making, calligraphy and challenges with chopsticks. Parents volunteered, shared their own experiences and students provided food.
Although this is the first time the Chinese program has hosted the event outside of the classroom, the positive reaction from participants brings hope that it will become an annual festivity according to Chinese teacher Ms. Lu.
[The event has] exceeded our expectations. I appreciate everyone for putting the time and effort to make this happen, and I also feel thankful that everyone tried to make time to come and that they enjoyed the time and the food. We had lots of fun activities and it was very meaningful and diverse to celebrate together, and I feel thankful that my students and I had the chance to be united and to join this huge event,” Ms. Lu said.
