West Babylon High Recognizes World AIDS Day

West Babylon Senior High School students joined the global community by showing compassion for those suffering with HIV/AIDS on World AIDS Day.

“We have tried to place the focus of the program on the positive and the accomplishments that have been achieved with this epidemic, as well as the advances that have taken place,” World AIDS Day program advisor Brianne Hyer said.

This year’s theme, “Getting to Zero,” was translated to the stage through the performances, as well as through student videos and featured artwork. A candle-lighting ceremony kicked off the event.

As written in the program, “Through education and a commitment to understand each other’s cultures, we hope to play a role, no matter how small, in serving as ambassadors of hope and good will.”

Photos provided by West Babylon High School:

Photo 1: Sage Chasen sang “Breathe Me.”

Photo 2: Alyssa Budke’s and John Glennon’s performed “You and I.”

Photo 3: Frank Volz participated in a candle lighting ceremony during the school’s World AIDS Day Program.