On Monday, December 10th,  we celebrated the 70th anniversary of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights by hosting an International Human Rights Day event. “More than one hundred E&S students, representing more than 30 countries worldwide talked about their families’ countries of origin”, said Najifa Zaman, herself a native of Bangladesh. “What makes me especially proud of this event is that it is a student sponsored celebration. This is the third International Day at E&S. I believe it is a wonderful opportunity for all of our students to learn about the customs, music, food and human rights situations in the native countries of their classmates. Students, and in many cases their parents and grandparents, were available to discuss their countries.”

Students from the 7th through the 12th grade moved from classroom to classroom during the afternoon to experience the cultures and traditions. They learned about the various countries, their food and customs, and about global human rights issues. In addition, there were special assemblies spaced throughout the afternoon. The Carver Choir was joined by Voices of Excellence from Springfield Township High School and student-led panels discussed arranged marriage and colorism.