Lunar New Year at SBLSD
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Lunar New Year at SBLSD
Lunar New Year, celebrated by many communities across East and Southeast Asia, marks the beginning of the new year on the lunar calendar and is a time for family gatherings, honoring ancestors, expressing gratitude, and welcoming health, prosperity, and renewal. Traditions vary across cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and others. However, the traditions often include special meals, cultural performances, storytelling, and the sharing of red envelopes symbolizing good fortune.
In 2026, Lunar New Year welcomes the Year of the Horse, which symbolizes hard work, bravery, and resilience. On Feb. 17, Sumner-Bonney Lake School District recognized Lunar New Year as part of our commitment to know, value, and support all students. By acknowledging the diverse cultural traditions represented within our schools, we honor the identities and experiences of our students and families and continue working to create a welcoming and inclusive community for all.
Red envelopes at BLE
Bonney Lake Elementary students celebrated Lunar New Year on Feb. 17 by hiding red envelopes during recess for students to find. The envelopes are a Lunar New Year tradition that bring luck and good fortune for the new year. The BLE News Network shares about Lunar New Year in this video. Shout out to the students in the Kindness Crew and Pep Team for hiding the envelopes!
Students share culture
Some students shared with their class about how they celebrate Lunar New Year.
Rhylan L., 3rd grader at Emerald Hills Elementary, shared about the Korean celebration of Seollal. She wore her Hanbok (traditional Korean dress), and shared traditions, including new year games, Korean treats, sharing red envelopes and making a lunar new year craft.
Lincoln J., 5th grader at Victor Falls Elementary, shared about the history and significance of Lunar New Year with his class. With help from art docent volunteers, students created festive lanterns, which are now proudly displayed in the classroom in celebration of the holiday.
