On April 20th, in celebration of International Chinese Language Day, 18 students and teachers were honored with an invitation to the Chinese Embassy.
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This special event saw participants dressed in traditional Chinese attire from various dynasties, creating a vibrant tapestry of history that enthralled the audience. The celebration turned into a time-traveling experience, vividly bringing to life the rich cultural heritage of China.
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The event also drew significant media attention, as students shared their experiences and insights in interviews conducted by prominent outlets such as CCTV, CGTN, and Xinhua News, further highlighting the importance and charm of Chinese cultural traditions.
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Participating students included Ryan Chang, Ross Yablans, Arielle Roberts, Amanda Gimbel, Eric Ding, Minnie Yu, Olivia Peng, Brinley Davis, Daphne Li, Diane Qiu, Andrew Wang, Reagan Ward, Eric Jiang, Samuel Wen, and Jerry Wang; and teachers Harry Yang, Linxuan Zhang, and Sara Pozzi.
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