On Friday, February 16, the Loughlin Community celebrated its annual Martin Luther King Jr. / Black History Month Assembly. Joining us this year to honor Dr. King and his legacy were Mr. Keith Outlaw and Ms. Akua Brabham.

Mr. Outlaw, Assistant Director of Admissions at St. Joseph’s College and a professional singer, shared the story of Dr. King’s courage and resolve in leading the struggle for freedom. He challenged us to continue Dr. King’s legacy today by working hard in school to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to assume our rightful leadership roles in society and by treating each other with respect and compassion. He then led us in singing “Lift Every Voice.”

Ms. Akua Brabham, Director of Dance at Loughlin for twenty years and her professional dance troupe, African Dimensions, dazzled us with the rhythms, beauty and energy of African dance.