Honoring Diversity Day at St. Mary’s Academy

The St. Mary’s Academy Diversity Club hosted its 24th annual Diversity Day on Feb. 4 with the theme “Diverse Minds, One Vision.” Led by seniors Ava Safavi, Aleena Nauman and Kenna’D Darnell and juniors Maya Ursua Garcia and Madison High, the day was packed with diverse voices and traditions. Keynote presentations included a multifaceted, live performance, “At the Table with Dr. King,” an address by Rudy Gonzales of Servicios de la Raza, and an energetic performance of Samba and Bollywood Dance from Bella Diva World Dance.

Maureen Flanigan, in person, and Mary Jean Friel, on Zoom, shared their experiences with immigrants who have come to the U.S. Maureen and Mary Jean described what they see happening in the Denver area and introduced others working in Tijuana and Nogales.