On Friday, January 6th, students, staff, and some family members saw "The Joy of Hope," an original play with music written by Hope's Human Resources Director, Qwan Tisdale, and music teacher, Ali Richardson. The Joy of Hope used the backdrop of the lunchroom at "Harris Middle School" to capture students discussing the meaning of Hope's Core Values: Academic Excellence, Respect, Compassion, Hospitality, Hope and Joy. Highlights of the performance included acting by students from each grade; Vincent's (5th grade) solo performance of "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing; Elijah's (6th grade) piano solo, "Reaching for Hope"; and Mr. Richardson's performance as an underperforming student who discovers his true potential at Hope.
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