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As the Year of the Horse begins, we want to thank our pcommunity for the trust, support, and care you share with DAIS throughout the year. It is this steady partnership that gives our community its warmth and confidence.
DAIS Elementary celebrated Chinese New Year during the week of February 2-6 with creative, hands-on craft activities across the grade levels. Kindergarten and Grade 1 students created Abundance and Prosperity Fish artwork, symbolizing good fortune for the year ahead. Grade 3 designed beautiful Year of the Horse suncatchers, learning about the Chinese zodiac. Grade 4 explored ancient history by creating Ancient Chinese Oracle Bones, connecting art with early Chinese writing. Grade 5 students practiced the traditional art of Chinese Jianzhi (paper cutting), crafting intricate designs that represented luck and happiness. It was a vibrant and meaningful week of celebration and learning!
The cutest Chinese New Year celebration at DAIS definitely came from our Early Years class. Our little ones sang, danced, and then sat down with their parents to enjoy the dumplings and festive treats they made with their teachers in the morning. So much joy in one place!
On February 12, DAISE students participated in a special dumpling-making experience as part of our celebrations. They learned about the cultural significance of dumplings during Chinese New Year and worked together to fill and fold them carefully. It was a fun, hands-on activity that allowed students to connect food, culture, and tradition in a meaningful way.
Our secondary students celebrated the Chinese New Year with hands‑on traditions that brought culture and community together. They practiced Chinese calligraphy, learning how each brushstroke carries meaning and expression, and made festive couplets. The library presented a special display: the Red Envelope Mystery: Stories Worth Falling For. On February 10 (小年), students and teachers rolled up their sleeves and made dumplings.
These experiences helped our learners connect with Chinese culture in meaningful, memorable ways.
A leaping‑horse display in every division invited students and teachers to add their wishes for the year. Supported by our Sea Dragon, the walls quickly became filled with meaningful messages from across the community.
The horse represents strength, spirit, and forward movement. As we step into the new year, we wish our community smooth progress and many ma dao cheng gong moments along the way. May the year ahead bring good health, happiness, and plenty to celebrate!
