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CYOC Independence Day Parade

By: Jaylynne Yang

My name is Jaylynne Yang, and I’m a high school student who participated in the parade at Washington DC with the organization CYOC. First off, I had a very fun time participating in the march with other CYOC members. The staff were very caring and prepared, as they made sure we were hydrated and provided water, food, and a good spirit. It was also very organized and lively, and this experience was very fun because of the hard work that the parents put in. Many thanks to the adults and parents that kept everything organized, sprayed water on everyone to cool us down, and carried food, water, and other materials.

CYOC Participates in July 4 Parade

Written by Jeffery Ji

On July 4, 2023, CYOC (Capital Youth Outreach Club) participated in the National Independence Day Parade in the District of Columbia to recognise the birthday of our wonderful nation, the USA. In CYOC’s display, fifty people ranging from ages seven to over fifty-five volunteered to hold a larger-than-life American flag. They marched one mile at Constitution Avenue from 7th to 17th Street in front of hundreds of thousands of spectators both at the venue and online. The display was directed by Ping Lu and led by George Xie.

July 4th 2023 Parade Experience

Writer: Ruichen Feng (6th grader)
Photographer: Dechun Feng

Participating in the July 4th parade was quite an experience. Upon arriving at the gathering point, we received our flags and our shirts. Let me just say, the shirts were about 4 sizes too big. Nevertheless, we began to carry the flag to Constitution Avenue where the parade was being prepared. After we waited again for an hour, We began to hear drums and the parade started. We stood there yet again for a bit to watch the other people in the parade perform. It was really cool seeing all the bands and dancers who came from all over the country, even Hawaii, to perform at the parade. When it was our turn, I felt proud when people started cheering for us. Or maybe it was the people behind us. I don’t know, but either way I was proud. After the parade finished, we all sat down for a while to cool down and get hydrated .After the parade concluded, we took a much-needed break to cool down and rehydrate. The very hot weather prompted the fire department to set up a giant water fan that sprayed mist over a large area, so that was pretty cool. After a few sips of energy drinks and a picture of everyone who participated, me and my dad left for the Metro station.

Despite the fatigue caused by the sweltering heat and lengthy walk, I believe the experience was worth it. Participating in the July 4th parade left me with lasting memories and a sense of pride in celebrating this important occasion.

华府青年 CYOC庆祝美国独立日

作者/摄影： Grace Yan

1776年7月4日，在美国费城，通过独立宣言宣布了美国脱离了英国的控制，从此独立了！

2023 年7月4日，蓝天白云，正值盛夏, 艳阳高照，天气十分炎热。 DC 街头人来人往，到处是美国色彩的主题装束，热闹非凡。大家都是来DC庆祝美国独立日。来自美国各地的浩浩荡荡的游行队伍，场面壮观，有花车，著名的歌唱家现场演出，有腰鼓歌舞、有军人游行队伍。其中一面巨大的国旗十分显眼，这是国庆游行中最大的一面国旗，担任扛旗任务的是我们可爱的华府青年小义工们。他们身穿蓝色的国庆游行T恤衫，头戴华府青年的白色帽子，一个个精神抖擞、满是活力。几位退伍老兵在旁边指挥着大家步调一致，整齐有序。

展时代风采，担青年使命

——华府青年(CYOC)与华府各界集会游行欢庆2023美国独立日

作者：Jennifer Wan 摄影：冯德春

七月流火，烈日炎炎。2023年7月4日，60多位华府青年(CYOC)学生和家长们相聚在美国首都华盛顿特区的宪法大道上，和其他来自不同地区、不同种族的仪仗队、乐队、花车和社区组织，参加了一年一度规模盛大的美国独立日大游行，庆祝美国247 岁生日！

华府青年秘书长谢渝湘和张芳带领着七位10岁以下的小朋友走在队伍的最前面，后面紧跟着五十多人组成的国旗方阵，由华府青年主席George Xie和 Brian Tu 举着国旗最前端的左右两角。参与者们步态轻盈、精神饱满，展现了华府青年组织的蓬勃活力！

2023 AAPI Heritage Month

Author: Sophie Xu

亚洲是世界上人口密度最大的州，占地球总面积约8.6%，占世界总人口约60%。亚洲有40多个国家，每个国家都拥有与众不同的传统文化。这些文化传遍了世界，把每一个国家的特色和历史都带给了不同的人。这次AAPI Heritage Month 的活动给了人们一个了解亚洲传统文化的机会，参与者用各种展示方式努力让传统文化发扬光大。

AAPI Culture Celebration: Embracing Diversity and Unity

By Mary Han

On the Sunday of May 21, 2023, an event was held at a Seneca Valley High School to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Month. This event was aimed at promoting awareness and understanding of different AAPI cultures. This was achieved through different activities and performances that showcased AAPI traditions.

可爱的华府青年CYOC志愿者

撰稿：Grace Yan; 供图：Alissa Ge

5月7号，周日，今天是美国大华府地区大专院校校友会联合会一年一度的烧烤聚会。

连续几天的阴雨天气让今天的气温显得更加宜人，天空偶尔露出蓝天白云。黑山公园里非常热闹。一座座亭子下坐满了人，有须发皆白的老人，也有呀呀学语的幼儿，以及很多久未见面的朋友校友，到处都是热情的问候，亲切的交谈，欢声笑语回响在一座座亭子中。这里最引人注目的，是那些身穿白色T恤，青春洋溢的华府青年。他们活跃在各个亭子里，帮助挂好横联，搬运食物，烤肉烤鸡，忙进忙出的。中午吃完香喷喷的食物，大家都来到主会场。送别了老一届的华府青年的哥哥姐姐们，也欢迎了新的主席和小领导。随后，大家观看了精彩的演出。有表演腰鼓、唱歌、快板等。

CCAGW’s Barbecue at Black Hill Regional Park · 2023

Chinese Version Author: Sophie Xu
Co-author/Translator: Eric Yang
Photographer: Melody Zhou (last picture by Peishi Yu)

The School Council Association of Chinese Community Colleges of the Greater Washington area of the United States has had its 30th year anniversary since establishment. During this time, the barbecue every year at Black Hill Regional Park has since become a tradition. The barbecue has given everyone an opportunity to reunite, converse, and communicate, as well as a place to learn and find out about new things. People from all different places can gather together here, and share their unique foods and culture from their hometown or home city.

长风波浪会有时，直挂云帆济沧海

——记华府青年义工俱乐部(CYOC)网站编辑部第一次会议

作者：Jennifer Wan 摄影：Pei Shi

激情五月，相聚黑山。2023年5月7日，是大华府地区中国大专院校校友联合会千人野餐聚会的日子。刚刚成立的华府青年义工俱乐部（Capital Youth Outreach Club，CYOC)网站编辑部利用服务于这次活动的机会，召开了全体成员的第一次会议。

首届编辑部由11位来自马里兰州不同地区的初、高中学生组成。CYOC秘书长谢渝湘主持了会议。会上，谢秘书长宣布了第一届编辑部成员名单，他们是：Jennifer Wan, Jeffrey Ji, Pei Shi, Alissa Ge, Grace Yan, Mary Han, Sophie Xu, Jason Yu, Eric Yang, Melody Zhou, Emily Liu。编辑部成员分属文字编辑和多媒体两个组，分别由Jennifer Wan和Emily Liu两位同学领导负责。谢秘书长在讲话中希望大家发挥团队合作精神，同心协力打好第一仗，做好今年大专联黑山公园千人野餐聚会的宣传和报道工作。毕业于复旦大学新闻系、具有丰富媒体运作经验的李洁老师给编辑部小记者们做了如何进行新闻采访和报道的培训。李老师教导同学们在采访中如何切入主题，如何倾听和观察，如何根据采访者情绪灵活应对，并详细讲解了四种不同的提问方式。李老师还展示了一些实例照片来增加小记者们的感性认识。小记者们一个个认真听讲，参与互动并积极发言，会后立即积极地开始采访、报道工作。

“不积跬步，无以至千里；不积小流，无以成江海”。祝愿编辑部和CYOC一起成长，发展壮大，服务社区。祝愿小记者们在今后的活动和实战中不断进步，提升自我。长风波浪会有时，直挂云帆济沧海!