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Norton Celebrates Chinese New Year

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Students didn't only learn about Chinese culture, they were able to perform various dances and songs.

Photo Courtesy of: Lupita Girard

Some of the Norton students performing various Chinese traditions to celebrate the Chinese New Year.

By Lupita Girard, Community Writer
February 24, 2016 at 09:18am. Views: 118

On Friday, Feb. 12, Norton Space & Aeronautics Academy (NSAA), a dual language charter school in San Bernardino, celebrated Chinese New Year with an assembly presented by their students. NSAA’s students are learning in English and Spanish, but also have the unique opportunity to learn about the Chinese culture and language through its weekly enrichment classes. The Chinese classes are offered with the collaboration of the Confucius Institute at UCLA. NSAA has offered this class since 2011. Other enrichment classes offered at NSAA include Art, Music, PE, and Fine Arts in the Middle Grades. The Chinese New Year assembly gave students the opportunity to share what they have learned. Chinese teacher, Shen Yun Hsieh (Ms. Jessica), choreographed all the numbers, and coordinated students from grade K-8. Students performed dances, songs, and chants that ranged from the traditional Chinese/Asian to the very modern “Little Apple,” a top-of-the charts pop song in China last year. The assembly included the famous Dragon dance, as well, as the Chinese fan dance. NSAA’s CEO, Gordon Soholt, was among the esteemed guests, along with three UCLA representatives, Ms. Susan Jain, Ms. Emilia Sargent, and Professor Hu from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Parents, teachers, fellow classmates, and special guests alike were impressed with the performances and to see students singing in Mandarin Chinese. Students are NSAA were also encouraged to participate in the larger community events celebrating Lunar New Year, such as in Riverside and Los Angeles. The Chinese New Year celebration at Norton Space and Aeronautics Academy was an incredible event as the students celebrated diversity and global awareness.

September Preparedness Month

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By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 233

Inland Empire families are encouraged to prepare for emergencies by keeping essential supplies on hand, including water, nonperishable food, flashlights, first-aid supplies and necessities for pets. National Preparedness Month serves as a reminder for residents across San Bernardino and Riverside counties to make a plan before disaster strikes.

Hosting Tips to Make Your Celebrations More Festive

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By BPT, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 242

Turn up the music, bring out the bold flavors, and let vibrant dishes like this set the stage for a fiesta your guests won’t forget.

GTHS Athlete of the Week: Naomi Aurora Huerta

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By Titan Mom Elvira, Community Writer

September 16, 2026 at 09:03am. Views: 437

GTHS Athlete of the Week Naomi Aurora Huerta, 14-year-old Freshman with the GTHS girls flag football, is making her mark both on the field and in the classroom.