Leon Xiong Wins Hmong New Year Essay Contest
December 17, 2018
Stacy Xiong, mother of Leon Xiong '19, did not know her son had entered an essay contest. So it came as quite the surprise when she learned that Leon had won the very first essay contest at the 40th Hmong New Year celebration in November.
The contest's theme, "Passing the Torch," invited writers to celebrate the past, present, and future of the Hmong community.
Xiong, as the winner, was invited to read his essay in front of thousands of Hmong who gathered to celebrate the New Year at St. Paul RiverCentre.
Subscribe to our e-Newsletters
You might also like:
Student Awards Ceremony Recognizes Outstanding Junior and Senior Students
Junior and senior students received well-deserved recognition at the Awards Assembly on Monday, April 28.
Beyond the Books - April 2025
The latest news from Athletics, Band, Choir, JROTC and Theater.
Robotics Team Competes, Innovates, and Inspires
The CDH Robotics Team—Wind Chill (FRC Team 2450)—is a student-driven program where engineering, innovation, and mentorship come together, culminating in a successful season that saw them finish 5th in alliance playoffs at the 10,000 Lakes Regional.