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We are excited to share that our annual HCMS Culture Fair will take place on Thursday, May 16th! This event celebrates the rich cultural backgrounds of our students and community, with a special focus this year on the theme of food and tradition.

📅 Event Overview

• Date: Friday, May 16
• Time: 8:40 a.m. – 11:20 a.m.

The Culture Fair is organized into two parts:

• Cultural Information Booths – Located in the Small Gym
• Tasting Stations – Located in the Cafeteria

Students will attend during a designated time with their grade level. 

🌍 Theme & Food Guidelines

This year’s theme, “Cultural Food”, explores how food reflects traditions—whether tied to holidays, celebrations, seasons, or daily life.
To ensure safety for all students:

• Food will only be distributed at the supervised tasting stations in the Cafeteria.
• All food samples are being provided by a catering service, allowing us to clearly communicate ingredients and address allergy concerns. 
• See list of food and ingredients HERE. (Speak with your student and review if you have dietary concerns).

💡 What to Expect

During their visit, students will interact with booths featuring cultural artifacts, visuals, and information related to:

• The significance of certain foods in cultural traditions
• Typical mealtime customs and settings
• Key ingredients and common dishes
• Regional maps and visuals
• How food traditions may have been adapted in the U.S.
• Local restaurants that reflect those cultural cuisines

Students will use an electronic passport on their iPads to guide their learning and reflections as they explore.