H.O.B. holds Black History Month program

H.O. Brittingham Elementary School students and guests performed their annual Black History Month program to a packed house of students, staff, parents and community members Feb. 24.

This program enabled students and the community to reflect on the contributions of amazing African-Americans from Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks to President Barack Obama.

Students performed songs that reflected Black History Month and recited inspirational quotes from famous African-Americans. Several students were also Michael Jackson impersonators, performing a medley of his famous songs. Guest artist Dennis Minus performed for guests "Rhythm Talk: The Spirit of Drums." His performance engaged students, staff and audience with his African-inspired drum program and storytelling. The program ended with a performance by the Cape Henlopen High School Jazz Band.

The organizer, longtime H.O.B. librarian Bevelene Holloman, says, "The students work so hard preparing for this important program. We had singers, rappers, dancers, and a wonderful emcee, a fourth-grader, Adrianna Powell. It is so rewarding to see their efforts welcomed by our local community. It also gives the students an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Black History Month."