Black History Month - Most Holy Rosary School

Celebrating Black History at Most Holy Rosary Elementary School

March 4th, 2026 by Kate Zubrzycki | Posted in Black History Month |

Most Holy Rosary Elementary School hosted its annual Black History Month Celebration on February 28th, bringing together students, families, and community members for an evening centered on culture, history, and unity.

The program featured African drumming from ADANFO Ensemble, dance performances from Extreme Pressure Dance Company and Vertical Liturgical Dance Ministry, music from DJ Smoove and a special musical performance by Sister Alice Young. Each group contributed to a well-rounded and engaging program that highlighted the richness and impact of Black history and culture, and the energy in the room reflected both pride and appreciation as performers shared their talents and traditions with our school community.

Thank you to Aubri Lanier, Courtney Williams, and Leslie Earsley for planning and organizing this meaningful event. We are also grateful to Nikita Jankowski for serving as MC and guiding the evening so smoothly.

We appreciate the many volunteers, families, and supporters who helped make the evening a success. Events like this reinforce our commitment to celebrating diversity and building a strong, welcoming school community.

Our celebration was also featured by WAER. You can click here to read their coverage. To see highlights from the event, please click here to visit our Facebook page and watch the reel capturing moments from the evening.
MHR’s 2nd Annual Black History Celebration: Culture, Community and Connection

February 25th, 2026 by Kate Zubrzycki | Posted in Black History Month, Community Events |

Tags: Black History Month

Most Holy Rosary Elementary School is excited to host our 2nd Annual Black History Celebration on Saturday, February 28th from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM in the MHR Gymnasium. This special event is a joyful afternoon dedicated to honoring Black history, celebrating culture, and strengthening the bonds within our school and parish community.

Families and friends can look forward to an afternoon filled with live music, dancing, delicious food, and exciting performances by local talent. DJ Smoove will keep the energy high as we gather together in fellowship and celebration. This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to experience culture through music, movement, and shared stories in a welcoming and faith-filled environment.

We invite families to be part of the celebration by signing up to volunteer and/or bring a dish to share. Your participation helps make this event vibrant and truly reflective of our community spirit.

The event is free and open to the public, with an opportunity to make a donation in support of Most Holy Rosary Elementary School.

We hope you will join us for this uplifting afternoon as we celebrate culture, community, and connection together. Click here to sign up today and be part of this special event.
Most Holy Rosary School Featured in The Catholic Sun for Black History Month Celebration

March 14th, 2025 by Kate Zubrzycki | Posted in Black History Month, Community Events |

Tags: Black History Month, The Catholic Sun

We are thrilled to share that Most Holy Rosary School was featured in The Catholic Sun for our first annual Black History Month Celebration! This special event, held on February 28, brought together students, families, and faculty for an evening of music, dance, storytelling, and cultural appreciation.

The celebration highlighted the diversity within our school community and reinforced our commitment to inclusivity, love, and unity. Organized by a dedicated group of parents alongside Principal Sherri Stone, the event was a collaborative effort to go beyond classroom lessons and create a meaningful, school-wide experience. The night was filled with the vibrant beats of African drums, the energy of dance performances, and the delicious flavors of traditional ethnic foods.

Father Fred Mannara, pastor of Most Holy Rosary Church, was among those in attendance and shared his appreciation for the school’s welcoming atmosphere. He also acknowledged how the recent addition of over 40 students from Cathedral Academy at Pompei (CAP) has further enriched our community, strengthening the bonds between students.

Principal Stone emphasized the importance of events like this, stating, “We have such a diverse population in our school. We teach love and acceptance of everyone. I want to make sure that everyone is represented.”

We are incredibly proud that our celebration was recognized by The Catholic Sun and grateful for the opportunity to share our mission with a wider audience. This event is just the beginning, and we look forward to making it an annual tradition that continues to bring our community together in celebration and learning.

Click here to read the full article.