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Hazelwood Schools Celebrate Black History Through Dance
Hazelwood West Middle and Armstrong Elementary students participate in interactive presentations about African dance during Black History Month. Check out a slideshow.
In recognition of Black History Month, 275 eighth-graders from Hazelwood West Middle School participated in ‘Words from the Drum’ featuring interactive lessons in African-American folklore, music and African cultures.
Students at Armstrong Elementary School celebrated Black History Month in dance as well. Students interacted with Beyond Measure Dance Theater during its “Africa to America” program.
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The performances involved history, culture, language.
At Armstrong, the evolution of dance was esplained including three historical dance styles that have transitioned from Africa to America.
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