On February 29, 2024, the Senior High School presented "African Americans and the Arts," a celebration of the contributions African Americans have made through the arts throughout history. Featuring R-H students and professional performers, this event capped Black History Month in spectacular fashion. Click any of the titles below to watch a recording of that segment. Our student emcees for the evening were Zyon Johnson and Ethan Dengler. Rush-Henrietta gratefully acknowledges the time and talents of all those involved with putting together these wonderful presentations and performances.

Drum Call - Womba Group

Welcome - Mr. Arkee Allen, Principal, Rush-Henrietta Senior High School; and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by James Weldon Johnson - Audience Participation

The Roots - Womba Group

Living the Legacy - Dr. Barbara Mullen, Superintendent

Keeping the Faith - rSpirit Unity Choir

Passing on the History through Storytelling - Ms. Almeta Whitis

“Catch the Fire” by Sonia Sanchez performed by Nia Breedlove

“Suit and Tie” written & performed by Lauren Noble & Anatasha Majors; “Sisters/How Many Years?” written & performed by Faith & Sephora Doumnandé and featuring Zyon Johnson

“The Creatures of Prometheus” Allegretto by Ludwig van Beethoven performed by Emmanuel Nyibule, TJ Jones, Caira Johnson, Olivia Ezra, Kayden Carter, Eleanor Hentschel

“Our World” written & performed by Kidest Misganaw

“Endless No More” by Elmiene performed by Iyanna Jones & Sephora Doumnandé

Passing on the Arts: Original Songs & Poetry by RISSA

Full Circle: Original Songs by Tyrone Rudolph

Closing Remarks - Nerlande Anselme, Assistant Superintendent

The event was directed by Reenah Golden of The Avenue Blackbox Theatre.