It's a small world after all

Students at the Lynbrook Kindergarten Center shared a taste of the many cultures that make up the rich heritage of their community at their school’s annual Multicultural Festival.

The festivities began with a colorful Parade of Flags, with many children wearing tradition costumes from their family’s country of origin. They sang “It’s a Small World,” then watched a show that included a performance by Irish bagpipe player John Kelhetter, who was joined by Lynbrook High School student Evan Foley.

Students from the Lynbrook High School ESL program sang a Japanese song and performed native dances from South America. After the performances, the kindergarteners visited the gymnasium to view a collection of artifacts from around the world and sample a cornucopia of international foods supplied by their parents. As a special remembrance of the day, each student received a “passport” which they filled with stickers of international flags.

The Multicultural Festival was organized by Kindergarten Center teachers Bonnie Shapiro, Ellen Shapiro, and Michelle Alberry and ESL teacher Madelyn Torres.