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HMS Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Program Coordinator Mr. Michael Robinson, Mistress of Ceremony 8th grader Annabel Hightower and Master of Ceremony 6th grader Zach Killgren with special guest “The South Pacific Warriors.”

HMS Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Program Coordinator Mr. Michael Robinson, Mistress of Ceremony 8th grader Annabel Hightower and Master of Ceremony 6th grader Zach Killgren with special guest “The South Pacific Warriors.” (Humphreys Middle School)

Humphreys Middle School celebrated Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a vibrant program on Friday, May 24, 2024, in the school auditorium. Sixth grader Zach Killgren and eighth grader Annabel Hightower served as the Masters of Ceremony. The event’s highlight was a special performance by the South Pacific Warriors, who showcased traditional dances from Hawaii, Tonga, Tahiti, and Samoa. The program concluded with a Taualuga Finale. Following the performance, Administrative Officer Mr. Michael Robinson presented the South Pacific Warriors with a certificate of appreciation. The program promoted cultural awareness, diversity, and inclusion, and honored the legacy and contributions of Asian American Pacific Islanders to American culture.

Humphreys Middle School Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Flyer

Humphreys Middle School Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Flyer (Humphreys Middle School)

Photo of bulletin board at Humphreys Middle School designed by front office staff member Ms. Lannyvelle Buenvijae-Duddy. She also assisted in coordinating the South Pacific Warriors to perform at HMS as special guest for the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Program.

Photo of bulletin board at Humphreys Middle School designed by front office staff member Ms. Lannyvelle Buenvijae-Duddy. She also assisted in coordinating the South Pacific Warriors to perform at HMS as special guest for the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Program. (Humphreys Middle School)

South Pacific Warrior performing traditional dances from Hawaii, Tonga, Tahiti, and Samoa.

South Pacific Warrior performing traditional dances from Hawaii, Tonga, Tahiti, and Samoa. (Humphreys Middle School)

South Pacific Warrior performing traditional dances from Hawaii, Tonga, Tahiti, and Samoa.

South Pacific Warrior performing traditional dances from Hawaii, Tonga, Tahiti, and Samoa. (Humphreys Middle School)

South Pacific Warrior performing traditional dances from Hawaii, Tonga, Tahiti, and Samoa.

South Pacific Warrior performing traditional dances from Hawaii, Tonga, Tahiti, and Samoa. (Humphreys Middle School)

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