A committee of teachers and students organized events to celebrate Hispanic and Brazilian Heritage Month. The celebrations showcased diverse groups of cultures and celebrated their individuality as well as similarities between them. “This Hispanic community has been growing a lot and it’s going to help our community because it’s important for students to know about our Hispanic and Brazilian communities in the school,” Spanish teacher, Lucila Berdugo said. In collaboration with the HOPE club (Hispanic Organization Promoting Education), an hour-long program was also organized by college adviser, Mrs. Gorman and counselor, Mrs. Eraydin. During the program, students displayed a presentation of Quinceanera dresses, traditional dances, and band performances. The keynote speaker, Mr. Garcia Jr. (father of Mr. Garcia III, College, and Career Academy CEO), told students to find pride in their heritage and to build character. He ended by encouraging students to explore their options at this “pivotal time in life.” “You have every opportunity to everything or anything you want to do,” Garcia said.
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Amber Ryan, Secretary for the Class of 2025 at Marietta High School, is a returning member of The Pitchfork as the website’s Editor-In-Chief. She placed third in the Georgia Scholastic Press Association She is an IB Diploma Programme student and an overall high achiever. She also involves herself in Interact Club as Co-President, FCA, NHS, Living Like Liv Club, and Blankets for Buddies. Outside of school, she is a part of Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theatre at its highest level. During her junior year, she was a Student Assistant teacher at Georgia Dance Conservatory, however this year she is now a Student Teacher. She also teaches classes and works the front desk. In the few moments when Amber is not dancing or studying, you can find her binge-watching her new favorite show. In the future, she would love to become a news anchor and channel her journalistic skills in that way and continue dancing at least through college. She is so excited for her final year as a member of The Pitchfork.
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Libby Barnes is a senior at Marietta High School and is the Content Managing Editor The Pitchfork. She is the Class of 2025 Spirit Liaison and an IB Career Related Certificate student. She is a leader in many clubs, including Beta Club President, National Honors Society Service Coordinator, and Co-Founder and Co-President of MHS’ 1st Book Club. Libby is a member of the Spirit of Dance In His Steps Company Dancers and teaches children aged 3-10 jazz, ballet, lyrical, and tap. She is also the Social Media Assistant Intern at The Foxglove. During the summers she works at Josh Powell Camp as a camp counselor. As she approaches her senior year, Libby is looking to major in public relations and pursue a career in that as well. She enjoys dancing, going on walks, listening to music, and hanging out with friends.