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The Rock Springs Massacre
What began as a labor dispute between white and Chinese coal miners on September 2, 1885 turned into a bloodbath known as the Rock Springs Massacre that left 28 Chinese miners dead and 15 others wounded. Following the violence, white miners set 79 homes ablaze, effectively wiping out the Chinatown ...
How America's Aviation Industry Got Its Start Transporting Mail
Before carrying passengers, America’s most iconic airlines hauled the mail. It was one of the riskiest jobs around.
The First ‘Vaccine Passports’ Were Scars from Smallpox Vaccinations
When smallpox ravaged the United States at the turn of the 20th century, many public spaces required people to show their vaccine scars for entry.
Prince Philip: From Controversial Consort to Royal Stalwart
While Prince Philip did not have a role in Queen Elizabeth's official duties, he provided vital, continuous support.
Prince Philip, Outsider Who Became England’s Longest-Serving Royal Consort, Dies at 99
Although his roots were as royal as they come, Philip was considered a controversial choice of husband for Queen Elizabeth II.
World War I Battles: Timeline
For four years, from 1914 to 1918, World War I raged across Europe's western and eastern fronts, after growing tensions and then the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria ignited the war. Trench warfare and the early use of tanks, submarines and airplanes meant the war’s battles were ...
9 Unexpected Things Navy SEALs Discovered in Osama bin Laden’s Compound
From al Qaeda emails to Disney films to pornography, the terrorist leader had a wide array of diversions in his Pakistan hideout.
Bleeding Kansas
Bleeding Kansas describes the period of repeated outbreaks of violent guerrilla warfare between pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces following the creation of the new territory of Kansas in 1854. In all, some 55 people were killed between 1855 and 1859. The struggle intensified the ongoing ...
9 New Deal Infrastructure Projects That Changed America
The Hoover Dam, LaGuardia Airport and the Bay Bridge were all part of FDR's New Deal investment.
Kansas-Nebraska Act
In 1854, Senator Stephen Douglas of Illinois proposed a bill to organize the Territory of Nebraska, a vast area of land that would become Kansas, Nebraska, Montana and the Dakotas. Known as the Kansas-Nebraska Act, the controversial bill raised the possibility that slavery could be extended into ...
How the Erie Canal Was Built With Raw Labor and Amateur Engineering
The 360-mile canal connecting the Hudson River to the Great Lakes was built in eight years through thick forests and stubborn rock.
8 Events that Led to World War I
Imperialism, nationalistic pride and mutual alliances all played a part in building tensions that would erupt into war.
Dalip Singh Saund assumes office as the first Asian American and the first Sikh elected to Congress
On January 3, 1957 Dalip Singh Saund is sworn in as the congressional representative of California’s 29th district. Known to many as “Judge,” and also nicknamed “the Peacemaker,” he is the first Asian, first Indian American, first Sikh and first follower of a non-Abrahamic religion to be elected to ...
Vicki Draves and Sammy Lee become the first Asian Americans to win an Olympic gold medal for the U.S.
On August 6, 1948, American diver Vicki Draves wins gold at the London Olympics. Two days later, her good friend and fellow diver Sammy Lee takes gold as well, making them the first Asian Americans to win Olympic gold medals for the United States. Draves was the daughter of an English maid and a ...
'The Joy Luck Club,' the first major studio movie with an all Asian American, mostly female, cast, premieres
A glass ceiling is smashed on September 8, 1993 with the premiere of The Joy Luck Club, the first major modern Hollywood movie featuring an all Asian American and predominantly female cast. The adaptation of Amy Tan’s 1989 novel received highly favorable reviews and grossed $33 million, making it a ...
First group of Korean immigrants enter Hawaii
On January 13, 1903, the RMS Gaelic arrives in Honolulu, bringing with it the first Korean immigrants to the United States. The Hawaiian Star calls the 102 newcomers “a possible solution for the problem of labor on plantations,” foreshadowing the difficult lives that await them in the ...
1982 garment workers' strike begins in New York City's Chinatown
Over 20,000 garment workers, almost all of them Asian American women, pack into Columbus Park in New York City’s Chinatown on June 24, 1982. The rally and subsequent march demonstrate the workers’ power to the city and the entire garment industry, delivering a decisive victory for the striking ...
James Wong Howe becomes first Asian American to win an Academy Award
Noted for his innovative use of wide-angle shots, low-key lighting and deep focus, cinematographer James Wong Howe becomes the first Asian American to win an Academy Award on March 30, 1955. Receiving the Oscar for Best Cinematography for The Rose Tattoo, starring Anna Magnani and Burt Lancaster, ...
8 Groundbreaking Contributions by Asian Americans Through History
From disease cures to influential tech to workers' rights, Asian American contributions have made huge impacts on people's lives.

Today’s Holidays

Reach as High as You Can Day April 14, 2021
School Librarians' Day April 14, 2021
Pan American Day April 14, 2021
Pathologists' Assistant Day April 14, 2021
National Dolphin Day April 14, 2021
National Pecan Day April 14, 2021
Look up at the Sky Day April 14, 2021
National Bookmobile Day April 14, 2021
International Moment of Laughter Day April 14, 2021
International Day of Pink April 14, 2021
Ex-Spouse Day April 14, 2021
Dreams of Reason Feast Day April 14, 2021
Children With Alopecia Day April 14, 2021

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Gov. Abbott Lifts Mask Mandate for Texas

Alexa Ward, Editor-in-Chief • March 12, 2021

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is allowing restaurants back at 100% capacity and lifting the statewide mask mandate starting March 10. Abbott still urges that Texas citizens wear their masks and distance. "We are still urging...

Turtles are Back Home

Hannah Wilson, Reporter • March 12, 2021

During Winter Storm Uri, there was over 1,000 turtles saved from the freezing waters at South Padre Island. When turtles get below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, they get “Cold Stunned.” This is when the turtle’s body...

Tiger Woods Rescued from a Near Fatal Accident: Intoxication not Checked by Doctors

Sarim Bhaidani, Editor • March 12, 2021

Tiger Woods, world renowned professional golf athlete, was caught in a single car accident. Investigators say that it was most likely caused by speeding since the road was very windy and on the edge of a slanted plateau. This...

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Prom tickets are available for purchase during Falcon Lunch, before and after school in Room 1060, 3074, 6037, and 6096.

Connections students may buy a ticket from 3-5pm in the front foyer on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Tickets are $25 each and will be sold from April 1-April 16

All fines and fees must be cleared up before purchasing a prom ticket.

Non-CLHS students attending the prom must be the date of a CLHS senior and have paperwork filled out by their campus principal/AP with their ID photo attached.

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