Kenya as a country is known for the many cultures of people who make up its population, and for Light Group of Schools, it’s a point to be celebrated.
Recently, Light Group of Schools hosted its much-anticipated annual Culture Day on February 8, celebrating the vibrant backgrounds of students and staff while offering a variety of learning opportunities and experiences that go beyond borders and textbooks.
The event, held in Karen, Nairobi, was a spectacular showcase of heritage, traditions, and customs from various parts of the world, emphasising the importance of cultural appreciation, unity, and intercultural learning. It featured cultural exhibitions, traditional performances, fashion showcases, music, and authentic cuisine from different regions.
As you walked through the campus, the sights and sounds of cultures from around the globe filled the air. Everyone was encouraged to come to school wearing either cultural dress or the colours of their national flags to honour this special day.
Some of the countries celebrated during the event included Kenya, Turkey, Somalia, Mexico, India, Sudan, South Africa, and Egypt, among many others. It was spectacular to see just how many nationalities and backgrounds are represented at Light Group of Schools—truly a global melting pot!
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In that regard, one of the event’s highlights was the multicultural parade, where students proudly donned traditional clothing from their respective cultures, displaying an incredible blend of colours and craftsmanship.
Additionally, an array of cultural performances, including dances, poetry, and storytelling, provided an engaging insight into the artistic expressions of different communities. These performances were not only entertaining but also a powerful expression of cultural heritage and artistic prowess.
Mr Remzi Hasanli, Principal of Light Group of Schools, said they are committed as a school to fostering an inclusive and diverse community that goes beyond the classroom. He stated that celebrating differences and learning about various cultures is essential for personal growth and building strong bonds among students.
“Our goal with Culture Day is to create an environment where our students not only celebrate their own heritage but also embrace and appreciate the cultures of their peers,” said Principal Hasanli. “We believe that fostering cultural understanding is key to promoting global citizenship and harmony among our students.”
The event concluded with a cultural fair, where students and guests indulged in traditional delicacies from various countries. From the rich flavours of Mexican cuisine to the aromatic spices of Indian dishes, the fair was a culinary journey around the world, allowing attendees to savour and appreciate the gastronomic diversity present within the school community.
Light Group of Schools’ Culture Day is not just an event for students to express their pride in their cultural heritage or for everyone to learn about the rich tapestry of traditions that the students represent; it is a powerful example of unity, relationship-building, understanding, and the richness that diversity brings, the Principal emphasised.
Culture Day is an extremely significant tradition because it promotes cultural appreciation, global awareness, inclusivity, and heritage preservation, as well as providing a form of academic enrichment for students, he said. Year-round, students and faculty from all its learning institutions in Nairobi, Mombasa, and Malindi look forward to Culture Day occurring, and it is absolutely a tradition that should be upheld, Hasanli noted.
He reaffirmed the school’s dedication to providing such opportunities for students to learn, celebrate, and grow together as a unified, multicultural family.
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