Photo caption: The Jefferson Middle School band. Photo caption: Director Para Perry and the Amidon-Bowen Elementary School choir. The choir gowns were woven by members of the Westminster congregation. Photo captions: The Eastern Senior High School choir with Tedrick Bonds, the director. This is the Eastern choir’s inaugural year, and this […]
Amidon-Bowen Music Teacher Named One of DC’s Best
Though nearly four months have passed since DC Public Schools (DCPS) surprised Para Perry with a $10,000 check honoring her as one of the city’s top teachers, her eyes still well with emotion at the memory. “I’m still pinching myself to make sure it’s real,” she said. Perry was one of seven […]
Southwest Waterfront Seniors Show Love at the Cupid Ball
Southwest seniors were warmly received at the King-Greenleaf Recreation Center on Feb. 12 for the Edgewood/Brookland Family Support Collaborative (E/BFSC) Annual Cupid Ball. More than 49 seniors enjoyed a catered meal, dancing, and a live performance from the Amidon-Bowen Student Choir. The success of the event was possible due to the collaboration between […]
Education Sunday at Westminster
Nov. 23 was Education Sunday at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Photos courtesy of Perry Klein. (photo caption: The Wilson Senior High School Choir, Ms. Lori Williams, Director.) (photo caption: The Amidon-Bowen Elementary School Choir with Ms. Para Perry, Director.) (photo caption: The Jefferson Academy Band with Ms. Jessica Harris, Conductor.) (photo caption: Eastern High School Principal […]