Cultural Heights

The Cultural Heights program is an initiative to increase respect, awareness and enjoyment of the multicultural world we live in. Each year focuses on a new culture represented in our school. Questions? Contact Wenhsin Lee.

Cultural Heights Italy (January 13- 31, 2020)

Students will be learning about the Italian culture each week during their library time with Mrs. Eckstein, in art studio with Mr. Cardoso, and during PE with Mr. Phillip.

Library Curriculum:
Each of the 3 weeks will be focused on a different geographical region:

Week 1: Northern Italy
Week 2: Central Italy
Week 3: Southern Italy

Art:

Students will learn about Italian artists and recreate famous Italian works through a variety of creative mediums. We will also make models of Leonardo Da Vinci's famous machines.

Collaborative art projects and individual work will be showcased during family night.

P.E.:

True to Del Mar Heights style, we will be learning hip hop moves set to Italy's latest hip hop music with a performance at family night. We will also have a fun running game, inspired by the Palio Contrade of Siena, during our lunch assembly.

Culminating Events

Family Cultural Night with Food and Entertainment: Thursday, January 30th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm.

This event is sponsored by the PTA and FREE to attend for students and families! Food will be available for purchase.

Lunchtime Workshops & Activities: Friday, January 31st

How Can You Help?
Please bring in Italian display items to Ms. Eckstein in the library. We also need volunteers to help us make this event a success. Please email Wenhsin Lee if you would like to help or have any questions.

Below are some tidbits from past events!
2018-2019 Cultural Heights Korea

Cultural Heights Korea (April 15th - May 3rd)
The students will be learning different themes each week during their library time with Mrs. Eckstein.

Week 1 - Geography, Climate, Flag, Symbols, Ancient Contributions
Week 2 - Modern History and Contributions
Week 3 - Festivals, Myths, Legends and Fairy Tales

Culminating Events

Family Cultural Night: Thursday, May 2nd from 5:00 - 7:00 pm (Note: This date is different than the printed PTA Calendar.)
Morning Assembly Performances and Lunchtime Workshops & Activities: Friday, May 3rd

How Can You Help?
Please ask friends and family for any Korean-related display items. We need cultural artifacts such as costumes, books, games, art, and more for our library displays throughout the three weeks. If you have any questions or would like to contribute a display item, email Wenhsin Lee.

If you are interested in being a part of Cultural Heights Korea, it's not too late! Please contact Sandy Uslander or Ann Amukele.