Center for Knowledge celebrates African folklore and culture

2009-03-06 / Education


Contributed by Richland District Two Schools The Center for Knowledge in Richland School District Two celebrated African folklore and culture the week of February 9- 13. Don Harrell, a musical theatrical actor and his wife, Tutu, a cultural storyteller spent time each day with the third- fifth grades, sharing their Orisirisi program, which teaches students African folklore through song, drama and dance. Several of the students were chosen to perform for their school on Friday, February 13. Above, third graders Maya Wright, (l) and Holland Hathaway learn African dances.. Contributed by Richland District Two Schools The Center for Knowledge in Richland School District Two celebrated African folklore and culture the week of February 9- 13. Don Harrell, a musical theatrical actor and his wife, Tutu, a cultural storyteller spent time each day with the third- fifth grades, sharing their Orisirisi program, which teaches students African folklore through song, drama and dance. Several of the students were chosen to perform for their school on Friday, February 13. Above, third graders Maya Wright, (l) and Holland Hathaway learn African dances..

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