Health & Fitness
West Essex Celebrates Chinese New Year
West Essex students enjoy the Chinese New Year with food, games, crafts and fun.
The West Essex High School Chinese Club celebrated the Year of the Dragon with a special Chinese New Year celebration in the High School cafeteria this month. The Chinese New Year is the biggest holiday in China and is a 15-day celebration ending with the Lantern Festival.
West Essex High School Chinese teacher and Chinese Club advisor Cynthia Ni shares these words about the Chinese Club:
"The Chinese Club promotes education about the culture and daily life of China and its effects on the world at large. The club meets approximately one time per month. The activities make students aware of the effects China has on their lives and the ongoing programs in China. This includes things like speakers, films, discussions, and celebrations. The club also implements one or two fundraisers during the year to benefit worthy causes in and for China. Membership is open to every West Essex student in the Junior and Senior High School."
