Here at Kenwood, we are about diversity and inclusivity. We show our diversity in many different ways, and one of them is our Cultural Appreciation Day. Kenwood’s Student Government Association started the tradition five years ago and were happy to bring it back this year on Friday, March 13.
The purpose of Cultural Appreciation is to give students a chance to express their pride for their culture and country. Our student population represents a variety of cultural diversity from all over the world from India to Nigeria, to Guatemala and El Salvador, and Mexico. Students were able to represent their country with various cultural foods, traditional outfits, and informative posters.
“I ate different foods like Nigerian kebab, rice, and dumplings… Some of it was new, but it was really good,” one student excitedly shared.
The many backgrounds that make up Kenwood’s community were highlighted and honored at this event, giving students a chance to experience cultures outside of their own. Students love and look forward to this growing tradition. “It’s important because you get to see different cultures and learn things you didn’t know before,” shared a student presenter.
Culture Day is an important part of the community and environment of Kenwood High, and a celebration intended to be upheld for many more years to come. It’s a wonderful opportunity to not only celebrate cultural diversity but build acceptance for cultural diversity among peers.
