Hugh Mercer Diversity Month

Diversity Month celebrations help promote diversity by fostering an environment where everyone feels welcomed and respected, regardless of their background. Additionally, Diversity Month serves as a valuable educational opportunity, allowing students to learn about different cultures, traditions, and perspectives, enriching their understanding of the world.

Tuesday, April 2Read Aloud

  • Concentration on Latin America

  • Incorporation of music

Wednesday, April 3Blookets

  • Students read about different countries

Thursday, April 4Read Aloud

  • Concentration on Middle Eastern, Asian, and African countries

  • Incorporation of music

Thursday, April 4Evening Event

  • Includes Art, Dance, Music, Languages, and Games

  • Event will be held in the gym from 4:30pm to 6pm

Friday, April 5Flags

  • Students and staff color a chosen country flag to display on a wall or carry around for the day

Friday, April 12Trivia Contest

  • Trivia contest about the 53 countries represented in the school division

  • Parents are invited to participate online

Friday, April 19Connection Resources Event

  • Meeting with multilingual families to play games around the world at the Connection Resources Center from 6pm to 7:30pm

Friday, April 19UMW Latin Student Association Visit

  • The Latino Student Association from the University of Mary Washington will visit students new to the country within the last 12 months at James Monroe