March 5, 2025
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To close out the month of February, we gathered together in the Family Commons for “Remember the Time: A Black History Month Showcase.” The event was a wonderful reflection of connections forged between students of all ages–a distinctly PreK-12 experience.
Ahead of the event, students were immersed in research, combining prior knowledge with new findings and growing their appreciation and understanding. Older students mentored younger ones, guiding them through these discoveries, while they brought fresh perspectives that reminded us all of the joy in curiosity.
Then, the evening opened with a gallery-style viewing of student work displayed throughout campus. In Lower School, a model of the historic Tremé neighborhood in New Orleans and Basquiat-inspired artwork. In Middle School, educational videos describing biographies of influential inventors, scholars, activists, and artists. In Upper School, the halls were lined with a timeline of Black History in America. And so much more.
When the music began, students and faculty flooded the space under the Family Commons pergola and proceeded to spin, jump, groove, clap, and sing with one another until the very last song. Among the talent was even a faculty/student music group. Lower School students were twirling around their teachers, parents and older buddies, Middle School students showed off breakdances and cartwheels, and Upper School students hosted a dance circle that their teachers cheerfully jumped right into. At first glance, it was a contagiously fun party that allowed all to express themselves and celebrate. Deeper than that, the showcase brought us together in the Family Commons for the exact reason the space was created: to provide a space in the heart of the campus to come together as a PreK-12 family. Don’t miss the photos here.
The echoes of laughter, music, and heartfelt conversations from the celebration are still lingering on campus–a testament to the connections strengthened and the history honored. That, combined with the balance of academic research projects and uninhibited joy, is a reflection of what why our PreK-12 community is special.
