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Two Long Beach high school students, Vong York (left) and Ra Chim portray a young couple engaging in playful flirtation in the final scene depicted in the popular folk dance Robam Nesat or “The Fishing Dance.” Ra Chim sits on the ang rut, the bell-shaped fishing trap used to catch larger fish in shallow waters, used by the young men in the dance. She holds the chhneang, braided bamboo baskets that act as strainers, used by young women in the dance. The scene depicts the couple’s courtship and falling in lov

Reflection from the Past: Building Resiliency

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Students will explore the concept of resiliency through the Cambodian experience, engaging in group discussions to define and relate the concept to their own lived experiences. This exploration will empower students to identify personal steps for overcoming obstacles and fostering resilience in their lives.

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