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  HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR! Lunar New Year  🏮🎊 Lunar New Year, also known as  Chinese New Year (CNY) or the Spring Festival , is the most important traditional holiday in many Asian cultures, including China, Vietnam ( Tết ), and Korea ( Seollal ). It marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and is celebrated with family gatherings, feasts, fireworks, and various cultural traditions. Key Facts About Lunar New Year: Date:  Varies each year, typically falling between  January 21 and February 20  (based on the lunar calendar). 2024 Date:  February 10, 2024 (Year of the Dragon) 2025 Date:  January 29, 2025 (Year of the Snake) Duration:  Traditionally  15 days , ending with the  Lantern Festival . Lunar New Year Traditions: ✅  Reunion Dinner  – Families gather for a big feast on New Year's Eve. ✅  Red Envelopes (Hóngbāo/Ang Pao)  – Elders give money in red envelopes to children and younger family members for good luck....

  `Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.'' ~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. January 20, 2025 NO SCHOOL

  Dear Community Families,   Our school remains in an evacuation warning zone. As a precaution, our district has decided to close our campus on Monday, January 13, 2025. We will provide further updates as necessary.   As part of the District’s Continuity of Learning efforts, students will continue to have digital access to academic resources. More information is available at   https://www.lausd.org/learningcontinues .   I know this is a difficult time for everyone. Los Angeles Unified students and families in need of mental health support are encouraged to call our Student and Family Wellness Resource Line at 213-241-3840. Support is currently available between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.    Employees may access Employee Assistance Service for Education (EASE) by visiting   https://www.lausd.org/domain/1438  or calling the 24/7 support line at 800-882-1341.   There will also be food distribution at Webster Middle School fro...

  Dear Community Families, Happy New Year! I hope you had a restful and joyful holiday season, filled with special moments with loved ones.  As we begin our new year together, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for your continued partnership and support.  The start of a new year is always a wonderful time to reflect on the growth and achievements we've made, as well as to look ahead to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. We are thrilled to continue working with our amazing students, staff, and families to make 2025 another year of success, learning, and community. Together, we will continue to create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where every student can thrive. Whether through academic achievements, social-emotional growth, or personal milestones, we are committed to helping each child reach their full potential. Thank you for your dedication and collaboration in helping us make Community Magnet CS such a special place for our students...