Congrats to Our Two New Co-CEOs, DestinyJay and Meui!

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Castlemont’s Deep East Oakland youth were in building or better yet, the city of Jiufen. Jiufen is a small town in the mountains outside of Taipei. It used to be a gold mining town. The Japanese found it years ago during the Qing Dynasty where gold was discovered. Jiufen became a popular destination from Spirited Away, which is a Japanese anime film. Lol! We had multiple connections throughout this journey with Japan, Taiwan and Philippines.  One thing we’ll never forget is the elusive beauty, amazing boba, delicious dishes, and red lanterns that hid this town in the luscious green hills of Taiwan’s quiet yet bustling countryside. This town was special!! Until we meet again in life Jiufen!

houtout to KTVU for covering our story and really helping our Deep East Oakland community be seen! We truly hope that more schools throughout Oakland will join and be apart of our cultural bridge.