The Black Student Union hosted an assembly on Thursday, February 27 for Black History Month in the auditorium. Freshmen and sophomores went to the assembly first, followed shortly after by juniors and seniors.

The assembly began with an opening prayer from Assistant Principal Danica Attanasio.

Several members of the BSU shared information about African American individuals who made impacts on society and shared their many accomplishments.

Senior Zara Annan highlighted Cynthia “Cynt” Marshall, who is known as the first African American CEO and cheerleader at the University of California Berkeley.

Zara chose to share Marshall’s story because she “wanted to talk about someone different in this assembly, someone a little lesser known, so students are learning something new.”

Zara added, “Cynthia Marshall is a huge inspiration to me and to all young black cheerleaders. Showing that breaking barriers and entering spaces where you aren’t expected can create a legacy and show that change is possible.”

Sophomore Logan Wilkins spoke and introduced a video of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and shared that “Dr. King was an inspirational figure because he fought for justice and equality, and he showed courage and resilience in the face of violence.”

Following Logan’s speech, he sang “Lift every voice and sing” with senior Camille Sergeon.

Senior Taylor Pate shared Abolitionist and Women’s Rights Activist Sojourner Truth’s “Ain’t I a Woman?” poem.

The Jazz Band played a few pieces from famous African American jazz artists.

To end the assembly Director of Performing Arts Julie Parrish shared some information about the upcoming spring play Sister Act before the cast sang one of the popular songs from the musical.