Asian Lunar New Year To Be Recognized As New Public School Holiday
Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to declare Asian Lunar New Year a public school holiday across New York state.
Legislation (A.7768/S.7573) would ensure schools are not in session on Lunar New Year.
“By designating Lunar New Year as an official school holiday, we are taking an important step in recognizing the importance of New York’s AAPI community and the rich diversity that makes New York so great,” Hochul said.
“It is not just a day off from school – it is an opportunity for our children to learn about and celebrate their own or different cultures and traditions.”