Oquenock Celebrates Cultural Pride At International Week

WEST ISLIP, NY - From West Islip School District: West Islip’s Oquenock Elementary School recently celebrated International Week, with students, teachers and staff recognizing various cultures. English language learners at each grade level participated in a variety of projects reflecting their backgrounds, and students, teachers and staff members wore attire or shirts related to their cultural heritages.

“This special International Week opportunity allowed many students to make connections with teachers, and it also opened up conversations about culture and commonalities among students, teachers and staff members,” said Oquenock ENL teacher Vanessa Daige. “It also allowed our ELLs to showcase their cultural
heritages and allow them to be prideful of their cultural backgrounds.”

Photo courtesy of the West Islip School District