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World Peace Day • September 21, 2023

(Photos Karin Olson)

Coinciding with International Peace Day September 21, all Kenwood students and staff created a circle of peace, sang songs and recited the peace pledge. This school-wide gathering celebrated the peaceful way at Kenwood and reinforced ideas of responsible citizenship in personal and community relationships.

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