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Clara H. Carlson Celebrates Dr. King with ‘One Person Can Unify Many’ Assembly
To honor the enduring message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Clara H. Carlson School came together for a schoolwide assembly, “One Person Can Unify Many,” on Jan. 16. The celebration reflected Dr. King’s vision through music, storytelling and student voices from across grade levels.
The assembly opened on a joyful note as kindergartners from Ms. McLeod’s class filled the room with energy, performing “Lean on Me” and “This Little Light of Mine.” Their performance set the tone for a program centered on unity and self-love. Fifth grader Summer Ekwunife followed by sharing “My Hero,” a heartfelt message written to Dr. King.
Assistant Principal Samantha Magaraci then led a read aloud of “The Crayon Box that Talked” by Shane DeRolf, a story that reminded students of the beauty found in celebrating each other’s differences. Music continued to play a significant role in the assembly, as fourth grader Dera-Ebele Bakr introduced and played Stevie Wonder’s “Happy Birthday,” a song that was inspired by making Dr. King’s birthday a national holiday.
Scholars from multiple grade levels participated in the program, including fifth grader Darell Kowlessar and second grader Michael Beamon who read “Colors of the Dream.” Sixth grader Sofia Amores and fourth grader Savannah Johnson sang a beautiful rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” following an introduction by second grader Aryanna Drigpaul.
The celebration also highlighted the voices of the entire school community through a “Proud to Be Me” video segment, featuring both students and faculty sharing what they are most proud of about themselves, highlighting that “a love for others starts with loving yourself.”
At the conclusion of the assembly, Assistant Principal Richard Mansfield presented the One Award to sixth grade teacher Alexandrea Anzalone. The award is given annually during the Martin Luther King Jr. assembly to a staff member who truly impacts the school community, serves as a role model and helps make the world a better place.
