Carlmont students balance out culture and family as Lunar New Year approaches

Carlmont students balance out culture and family as Lunar New Year approaches

As the Lunar New Year approaches, students are embracing family traditions, cultural foods, and school celebrations to stay connected to their heritage.  Lunar New Year, running from Feb. 17 to March 3 this year and ending with the annual Lantern Festival, is one of the most significant holidays in Chinese culture. At Carlmont, students who celebrate the holiday say it represents more than a tradition — it is a way to stay connected to family an…