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Holi, The Spring Festival of Colors and Love: Holi is a significant Hindu holiday that is celebrated as a festival of colors, love, and spring.  This holiday signifies the triumph of good over evil.  Peninsula High School is hosting a fun event on 3/24 1:30-4pm where you can partake in the colorful activities.  Tickets are $25.

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Nowruz is a rite dating back to at least the 6th century BCE that marks the new year, ushers in spring, and celebrates the rebirth of nature. Variously known as Novruz, Nowrouz, Nooruz, Navruz, Nauroz or Nevruz, this historic celebration is observed on the 20th or 21st of March in many countries along the Silk Roads, including Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, India, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

The name of this cross-cultural custom means No - 'new', and rouz - 'day' in Persian. It celebrates new beginnings and the return of spring which is of great spiritual significance as it symbolises the triumph of good over evil, and joy over sorrow. Nowruz includes rituals, ceremonies and cultural events, as well as the enjoyment of a special meal with loved ones.

Marking one of the holiest days of the ancient Zoroastrian calendar, Nowruz is an annual event that honours the shared heritage of the Silk Roads, its traditions, and culture, associated with the birth of spring. Nowruz is celebrated by people from different religious and cultural backgrounds, and its customs have been passed down from generation to generation along the Silk Roads.

Over time, Nowruz has developed and expanded, incorporating new social, religious, and cultural influences. Although the traditions and customs of Nowruz vary from country to country, there are many unifying features. For example, in most regions, before the festival people perform ritual dances such as leaping over fire and streams and many households also replenish their water supplies on the last Wednesday of the year.

Another common ritual and widespread tradition is the preparation of a Nowruz table. The objects on the table symbolise purity, brightness, abundance, happiness, and fertility for the New Year. On Nowruz day, people feast, visit family members and friends, and exchange gifts. Nowruz is also an occasion for traditional cultural activities, combining common practices with local customs, such as poetry, music, open-air festivities or local street performances.

Nowruz provides an opportunity not only to enjoy the ancient cultural customs of the Silk Roads, but also to promote peace and solidarity across communities by recognizing the significance of our pluralistic identities.

As it contributes to cultural diversity and friendship among peoples and different communities, Nowruz fits closely with UNESCO's mandate.

In particular with relation to the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, Nowruz was inscribed as an element in 2009, and extended in 2016, on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, at the joint initiative of Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, India, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

And, in 2010, the " International Day of Nowruz " was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly. This Resolution welcomes the efforts of Member States where Nowruz is celebrated to preserve and develop the culture and traditions related to Nowruz, and encourages Member States to make efforts to raise awareness about Nowruz and to organize annual events in commemoration of this festivity.

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Nowruz is a rite dating back to at least the 6th century BCE that marks the new year, ushers in spring, and celebrates the rebirth of nature. Variously known as Novruz, Nowrouz, Nooruz, Navruz, Nauroz or Nevruz, this historic celebration is observed on the 20th or 21st of March in many countries along the Silk Roads, including Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, India, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

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Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for Muslims

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Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for Muslims

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Every year during the month of Ramadan in the Islamic calendar, Muslims (those who follow Islam) fast from sun-up to sundown, abstaining from all food and drink, in order to make room for reflection, prayer, and reading of the Quran, Islam’s holy book.

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The Lunada Bay DEI team is developing a big Nowruz celebration at PVLD’s Peninsula Center library on 3/24 2-4pm, and here are the details.  Please mark your calendars!  This is a free event.

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Celebrate Iranian New Year at PVLD 3/24 2-4pm

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Celebrate Iranian New Year at PVLD 3/24 2-4pm

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owruz, the Iranian New Year: Nowruz literally means “New Day” and is celebrated on the first day of Spring each year. In preparation of Nowruz, people clean their homes (“spring cleaning”), buy new clothes, make special foods, visit elders, and give and receive gifts. The new year period is celebrated for 13 days and culminates with a big outing at a local park.

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Green Pink Cute Happy Nowruz Instagram Post - Templates by Canva

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Use this customizable Green Pink Cute Happy Nowruz Instagram Post template and find more professional designs from Canva.

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Celebrate Black History Month at PVLD 2/25/24

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Celebrate Black History Month at PVLD 2/25/24

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Join your classmates at PVLD’s Peninsula Center Library location to meet and greet important African American historical figures! How, you ask? By visiting the Living History Museum! Each year, PVLD invites students from across the South Bay to research a Black figure that intrigues them and, after formally signing up, to represent that person in the Living History museum.  Library patrons are invited to “meet” each historical figure, listen to the report, and ask more questions learn about that person.  It's a great way to celebrate Black History Month! Click here to experience a taste of the event.

You can also learn more during this Black History Month by visiting the library’s dedicated page for the month by clicking here.  And, the library has a large selection of ebooks just waiting for you to download them – for free! As long as you have a library card, you can click here and proceed to check them out. Email lhenry@pvld.org with any questions.

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"Killers of the Flower Moon" Event in South Bay 

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"Killers of the Flower Moon" Event in South Bay 

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Please email Yvette if you would like to attend - there are just a few seats left!

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Asian Americans are often stereotyped as the "model minority." Their sizeable presence at elite universities and high household incomes have helped construct the narrative of Asian American "exceptionalism." While many scholars and activists characterize this as a myth, pundits claim that Asian A...

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LISTEN: debunking myths about the academic experience of Asian Americans

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LISTEN: debunking myths about the academic experience of Asian Americans

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Debunking myths about the Asian American academic experience

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No stereotype can tell the story of more than 20 million people. We look at the true diversity of the Asian American academic experience.

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Changing the Narrative on Native Peoples

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Changing the Narrative on Native Peoples

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IllumiNative is a Native woman-led racial and social justice organization dedicated to challenging the narrative about Native peoples.

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Great Resources for Native American Heritage Month

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Great Resources for Native American Heritage Month

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There are estimated to be over 450,000 million Indigenous people around the world. Their lands overlap with over 90 countries, and encompass thousands of languages. Some of the oldest Indigenous cultures stretch back tens of thousands of years.

The sheer depth, breadth, and impact of Indigenous cultures is staggering. And while we may not be able to cover it all, we can offer students the vital history of the land upon which they stand, and how Native and Indigenous people and cultures continue to shape the world.

In that spirit, and with those challenges in mind, we've gathered teaching and learning resources that primarily focus on Native Americans and First Nations people in North America. These resources were predominantly developed by or in partnership with Native people and/or tribal organizations and nations. Many are culturally responsive and meant to include ways of being and knowing rooted in Native and Indigenous traditions and histories. With these tools and resources, students can explore the rich culture and history, values and beliefs, and innovations and contributions of specific nations and tribes.

We've organized resources by approximate grade band, though there's some overlap, so they're all worth a look. Resources touch on every school subject, and many offer novel cross-curricular approaches. There are activities that engage each of the senses and cover topics from math to poetry to gain a deeper understanding of Native people's impact on the world and our future. Weave them into your curriculum all throughout the year, as well as on Indigenous People's Day or during Native American Heritage Month/Indigenous History Month.
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Essential Sites and Curricula for All Grades

Lesson, Resource, and Site Collections for All Grades

Focused Resources for All Grades

Activities and Resources for Preschool to Third Grade

The creators of Molly of Denali worked with Alaska Native elders to ensure its authenticity from the ground up, so watching the series is a solid source of information about Alaska Native traditions for little kids. PBS LearningMedia also has classroom resources to accompany episodes of the show like " Grandpa's Drum ."

Audio and Stories for Preschool to Third Grade

Videos for Preschool to Third Grade

Hands-On Activities for Preschool to Third Grade

Activities and Resources for Third to Fifth Grade

Audio for Third to Fifth Grade

The Hopi Tribe is a sovereign nation inhabiting over 1.5 million acres in northeastern Arizona. Take a look at these activities from the that help illustrate the Hopi's rich connection with the environment, through place names , , and traditional dance and song . Before any of these activities, be sure to check out some background about the Hopi.

Videos for Third to Fifth Grade

Hands-On Activities for Third to Fifth Grade

Games for Third to Fifth Grade

Activities and Resources for Sixth to Eighth Grade

This lesson about Montana tribes and their names includes a of Native American students introducing themselves in their own languages. Students can then complete an interactive activity where they match tribal names with their English-language counterparts.

Where Words Touch Earth is a PBS video collection on climate change that features interviews from tribal college students, elders, and other community members. Interviews cover topics from changes in snowfall to adopting sustainable food practices .

Audio for Sixth to Eighth Grade

Videos for Sixth to Eighth Grade

Hands-On Activities for Sixth to Eighth Grade

Activities and Resources for Ninth to Twelfth Grade

Audio for Ninth to Twelfth Grade

Videos for Ninth to Twelfth Grade

Have students play through When Rivers Were Trails . It's a choose-your-own-adventure game that tells the story of forced relocation from an Indigenous perspective. While it's an emotionally difficult experience, it offers an important anti-colonialist perspective, rich with cultural meaning and history not often encountered in textbooks.

Hands-On Activities for Ninth to Twelfth Grade

Games for Ninth to Twelfth Grade

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Free Learning Resources for Native American Heritage Month | Common Sense Education

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Deepen your discussions around indigenous peoples of America with these resources.

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Learn About the Tongva People who lived in Palos Verdes (click on PPT)

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Learn About the Tongva People who lived in Palos Verdes (click on PPT)

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(Unofficial) Field Trip to the Tongva Monument in Abalone Cove 11/9 at 3:30pm 

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(Unofficial) Field Trip to the Tongva Monument in Abalone Cove 11/9 at 3:30pm 

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Let's visit a local heritage site to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Read more about the monument here. Here's the address.

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(Unofficial) Field Trip to the Tongva Monument in Abalone Cove 11/9 at 3:30pm 

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(Unofficial) Field Trip to the Tongva Monument in Abalone Cove 11/9 at 3:30pm 

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Let's visit a local heritage site to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Read more about the monument here. Here's the address.

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Native American Heritage Month 11/1-11/30

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Native American Heritage Month 11/1-11/30

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Did someone say "HAPPY HOUR"?  11/29 at 5pm

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Did someone say "HAPPY HOUR"?  11/29 at 5pm

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It's ok if you don't know what "DEI" means. As long as you like getting together with other parents and talking about how to make our kids' elementary school experience more meaningful and well-rounded, you'll fit right in at this happy hour. Join us for live music and good company!

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Visit Long Beach's Museum of Latin American Art 10/29!

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F.A.Q.S
We are excited to welcome you to our 2023 Dia de los Muertos Festival on Sunday, October 29th! Important to note the following:

The event is FREE to attend. Reservations are not required. Walk-ins are welcome. Click here to make your reservation:

Parking at MOLAA will be $15.00 per car on this day (Cash or Credit Card payment accepted)

Backpacks and large bags are NOT allowed in the museum, please leave oversized items at home or in your vehicle (Limited small lockers available).

Bike rack space available (limited); Skateboards, scooters, roller skates are NOT allowed in the museum and storage is NOT available.

If you have any questions, please call us at 562-437-1689 or email education@molaa.org

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2023 Dia de los Muertos Festival - MOLAA | Museum of Latin American Art

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Join us for MOLAA's annual Dead of the Dead Family Festival! This year will be bigger and better than ever with over 36 merchants, nine delicious food stations, beer & wine, and of course sweets for the kids and the kids at heart. Live performances and tunes spun all day by DJ Caveman.

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Dia de los Muertos is a colorful celebration that is about remembering deceased loved ones. Rather than a somber holiday, it focuses on celebrating the deceased loved ones' lives and their connections.

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Come celebrate Diwali at PVLD on 11/19 at 2pm with our own Merlin David! 

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Come celebrate Diwali at PVLD on 11/19 at 2pm with our own Merlin David! 

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Don't forget to register!

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LBE's Playgrounds are Inclusive and ADA-Compliant! 

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LBE's Playgrounds are Inclusive and ADA-Compliant! 

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Learn more about "inclusive" playgrounds and what they mean for children with different abilities. Our new Kinder playground, as well as our Grades 1-5 playground from 2022 are both ADA-Compliant and Inclusive.

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Our team has had the honor of partnering with organizations, local governments, and families worldwide to design and build inclusive playgrounds. Below is a list of our current, opened play spaces. The map shows where we’ve been and where we are heading next! Below the map is a full list of our loca…

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National PTA represents parents, caregivers, educators and communities of children, which enables us to best achieve PTA's mission to make every child's potential a reality. Our collective backgrounds, perspectives and ideas allow us to create the strongest future and direction for PTA.

The resources on this page can help you about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion issues, these topics in your community andtake action to more effectively serve ALL children and families, with a focus on historically marginalized and underrepresented populations.

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Find tools and resources on how to make your PTA's efforts more diverse, equitable, and inclusive.

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2023 Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk: Lunada Bay Elementary - SKECHERS Friendship Walk

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Skechers Friendship Walk - Sign Up Now to Support PVPUSD and Children with Special Needs

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Skechers Friendship Walk - Sign Up Now to Support PVPUSD and Children with Special Needs

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Skip the drive to MB and meet us at LBE at 8am on 10/29! For every $1 you donate to the walk, PVPEF will get nearly $2.

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We will be walking together to raise funds for public education and children with special needs.

Please consider contributing toward our efforts today. We also would love to have you join us for a day of fun at the beach and an inspiring walk with friends to strengthen our schools and ensure inclusion for those with special needs.

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2023 Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk: Lunada Bay Elementary - SKECHERS Friendship Walk

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Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk 2023. Go the extra mile for children.

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Social and Emotional Learning Resources For Parents and Children

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Social and Emotional Learning Resources For Parents and Children

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Social and Emotional Learning Resources:

How to Talk to Kids About Violence, Crime, and War (Common Sense Media)

Talking to Your Kids About War (VeryWell Family)

How to Talk to Your Children About Conflict and War (UNICEF)

Handle with Care: Supporting Young People During Crises (Learning for Justice)

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1. Find out what they know and how they feel

Choose a time and place when you can bring it up naturally and your child is more likely to feel comfortable talking freely, such as during a family meal. Try to avoid talking about the topic just before bedtime.

A good starting point is to ask your child what they know and how they are feeling. Some children might know little about what is happening and not be interested in talking about it, but others might be worrying in silence. With younger children, drawing, stories and other activities may help to open up a discussion.

Kids can discover the news in many ways, so it's important to check in on what they're seeing and hearing. It's an opportunity to reassure them and potentially correct any inaccurate information they might have come across whether online, on TV, at school or from friends.

A constant stream of upsetting images and headlines can make it feel like the crisis is all around us. Younger children may not distinguish between images on screen and their own personal reality and may believe they're in immediate danger, even if the conflict is happening far away. Older children might have seen worrying things on social media and be scared about how events might escalate.

It's important not to minimize or dismiss their concerns. If they ask a question that might seem extreme to you, such as "Are we all going to die?", reassure them that is not going to happen, but also try to find out what they have heard and why they are worried about that happening. If you can understand where the worry is coming from, you are more likely to be able to reassure them.

Be sure to acknowledge their feelings and assure them that whatever they are feeling is natural. Show that you're listening by giving them your full attention and remind them that they can talk to you or another trusted adult whenever they like.

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How to talk to your children about conflict and war

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8 tips to support and comfort your children

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It’s Augmentative & Alternative Communication (“AAC”) Awareness Month! (10/1-10/31)

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It’s Augmentative & Alternative Communication (“AAC”) Awareness Month! (10/1-10/31)

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October is International AAC Awareness Month. AAC essentially means helping someone communicate using any form of communication other than speech. The goal of this month is to raise awareness of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and to inform the public about the many different ways in which people communicate using AAC.  When speech is not adequate to achieve the child’s communicative purposes, a child must find a way to close any gaps (which is especially important as the child enters school). This may be through using sign language, picture books, a communication board, or a speech tablet.  Here is a great, child-friendly video that explains what AAC is and will help your student better understand how to support community members who experience challenges with speech. You can also help your student better understand what it is like to use AAC to communicate by offering them a “Communication Board” like this one and encouraging them to make a request using the board and without using speech.

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It's Hispanic Heritage Month! (9/15 – 10/15)

Each year 9/15-10/15 marks National Hispanic Heritage Month. During this month, we honor the stories, cultures, and contributions of those of Central and South American, Mexican, Spanish, and Caribbean ancestry. President Lyndon B. Johnson first introduced the observance of Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968, and it was later expanded to a month-long celebration in 1988 under President Ronald Reagan. Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month enables us to celebrate the diversity of America's story.

Here are some Hispanic Heritage Month facts to share with your LBE student:

-        There are 21 Spanish-speaking countries and territories around the world.

-        1 in 5 people in the United States identifies as Hispanic based on the 2020 U.S. Census.

-        Hispanic Heritage Month always has a theme.  In 2023, it is “Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power and Progress in America.”

-        Hispanic Heritage Month starts on September 15 because several Latin American countries observe their Independence Day on this date (including El Salvador, Honduras, Costa Rica, Guatamala and Nicaragua).  Mexico celebrates its Independence Day on September 16, and Chile commemorates its sovereignty on September 18.

Further Learning:

-        Click here to see suggestions for books to read with your student, podcasts to listen to, and YouTube videos to watch that help highlight the contributions of Hispanic and Latinx people to our communities.

Visit a local museum to learn more about Hispanic and Latinx art, history, and politics.

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About Diversity, Equity + Inclusion at LBE

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About Diversity, Equity + Inclusion at LBE

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Lunada Bay Elementary is dedicated to teaching students to celebrate our differences as well as our common humanity through tailored education, programs, and celebrations.  Through its diversity, equity and inclusion (“DEI”) mandate, the PTA, together with Principal Bernal, uses age-appropriate resources and goals to guide students to embrace their own diversity, recognize and celebrate it in their peers, relate to people as individuals rather than representatives of groups, and recognize their own responsibility to stand up to exclusion and prejudice.  By highlighting important multicultural events such as those below, we aim to bridge distances between cultures in our community, ensure all members of our diverse community feel welcome and appreciated, and provide enriching and engaging experiences for all.  Contact us at anahitaferasat@yahoo.com with questions or comments.

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Diwali is India's biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness. This festival is as important to Hindus as the Christmas holiday is to Christians.

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Learn about India's biggest holiday of the year.

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Let's celebrate Diwali at Palos Verdes Intermediate School

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Celebrating Diwali - the Festival of Lights - at PVIS

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Celebrating Diwali - the Festival of Lights - at PVIS

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Join our friends and celebrate Diwali - the Festival of Lights - this year on the hill.  Here is an event on Nov 12 at Norris Theatre.

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November 18, 2023 @ 6:30 PM - Harlyne J. Norris Pavilion - 501 Indian Peak Rd, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274, USA