Flower Hill Primary School’s third virtual family culture night was lots of fun for participants. The evening was hosted by the Buchner, Lapp and Asplund families.
“We were able to learn about Hong Kong and Malaysia,” Flower Hill Principal Lucia Laguarda said. First grader Marlowe Asplund, third grader Natalie Buchner, second grader Spencer Lapp and his brother, Flower Hill alum and current fourth grader Steven Lapp all dressed in traditional clothing and shared what they know about their favorite foods and holidays from Hong Kong and Malaysia.
“Natalie Buchner taught us how to count and write the characters from 1-10 and we were invited to sing Happy Birthday in Mandarin,” Ms. Laguarda said. “There was time for questions and answers and many Flower Hill families asked great questions about the education system and money in Malaysia. It was a great learning experience for all and a lot of fun as well.”
Flower Hill’s family culture nights have been helping students learn more about different countries, including their foods, history, music and customs. It’s been a fun learning experience for everyone who has participated in the initiative.
Malaysia is a large multi-ethnic, multi-cultural country located in Southeast Asia. Its inhabited history dates to 40,000 years ago. With a population of about 33 million, the country’s economy is centered on natural resources.
Once a subject of the British Empire, Malaysia gained its independence on August 31, 1957. The country’s legal system is based on English Common Law.
Hong Kong is one of the world’s most important financial and commercial hubs. It is a very densely populated city with 7.5 million residents. Formerly a British colony, it was transferred to China when a 99 year lease expired in 1997. It’s the tenth largest exporter and ninth largest importer in the world.