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Ted Ngoy in 1977 in front of his first doughnut shop.

Donuts and Pink Boxes: Form of Resilience

RI.9-10.1, RI.9-10.3, W.9-10.9

Students will reflect on the life of Cambodians and Cambodian Americans in America, focusing on their journey of resiliency and the symbolic story of donuts and pink boxes.

Preah_Thong_Neang statue

Khmer Language: The Origin of the Word “Khmer” and “Cambodia”

RI.9-10.3, W.9-10.2

Students will discover how mythology and language contributed to the development of the names Khmer and Cambodia by engaging in a character evaluation.

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Note: The guidance herein is not binding on local educational agencies or other entities. Except for the statutes, regulations, and court decisions cited, the content is exemplary, and compliance with it is not mandatory. (See California Education Code sections 33540.2, 33540.4, 33540.6 and 51226.9) 

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