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Magkaisa 2024

We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you to participate in our annual Filipino-American Magkaisa High School Conference to be held October 19, 2024, at Sweetwater High School. 

It is our hope our conference will empower Filipino-American youth and our community to explore diverse career opportunities, learn about the Filipino-American experience, and celebrate the contributions of Filipino-Americans to society.

Our theme this year is Kapwa: The Self in Others. "Kapwa" embodies shared identity, recognizing interconnectedness, mutual respect, and empathy, highlighting the self’s connection with others in Filipino culture. In "Kapwa," the boundaries between self and others blur, creating a sense of shared humanity and collective well-being, essential for harmonious relationships and community life.


Here are the details of the event:
Event: Magkaisa High School Conference
Date: October 19, 2024, 9AM to 1PM
Location: Sweetwater High School, National City, CA

Our conference will consist of a keynote speaker, workshops, lunch, and student performances. It will be a great day to celebrate our culture, our students, and our kapwa.

Should you accept our invitation, please complete this form to RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/magkaisa3

Please help us spread the word. All the flyers can be found here.

We currently looking for workshop speakers. The workshop you would lead will play a pivotal role in empowering Filipino-American youth to explore diverse career opportunities, understand our cultural heritage, and celebrate the contributions of Filipino-Americans to society. Your session is expected to last 50 minutes, including a presentation followed by a Q&A session. We anticipate an audience of enthusiastic high school students, parents, and community members eager to learn from your experiences and expertise. We believe that your unique perspective will resonate deeply with our attendees and leave a lasting impact on their journey of self-discovery and cultural appreciation. If you would like to participate, please complete this form: https://tinyurl.com/magkaisa1.

We sincerely hope that you will consider this invitation and honor us with your presence at our conference. Your attendance would greatly enhance the success of our event.

Thank you for considering our invitation! We hope to see you then!


Warm regards,
Lysabeth Luansing-Garcia
Chairperson, Magkaisa High School Conference
lysabeth.luansing-garcia@sweetwaterschools.org
619-474-9771
@suhsdmakgaisa

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