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Celebrating Black History Month at Cozby Library & Community Commons (video)

Greeshma Marathu and Minori Kunte
February 29, 2024

Local community leaders Minister Crystal Bates, Valley Ranch Elementary School Principal Cynthia Arterbery and Harp Essence musician Grace Johnson elaborate on what Black History Month means to them and how their culture has shaped their accomplishments. Watch Greeshma Marathu and Minori Kunte’s video to learn about who inspired these leaders and their journey to success.

 

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Greeshma Marathu
Greeshma Marathu, Staff Writer
Greeshma is a sophomore and it’s her first year on The Sidekick. Greeshma’s life is packed with activities, ranging from being a thespian to playing badminton. She also likes going out with her closest friends, whether it be shopping runs at stores such as Hollister, Target and H&M or biking to tunes in her neighborhood park. If you’re thinking about treating her to some food, a steaming bowl of Mac nCheese is the way to go. Aladdin and Me Before You are some of Greeshma’s favorite movies and vibes with Drake if you pass her the aux. This summer, Greeshma was down on the coast of California for a week.   
Minori Kunte
Minori Kunte, Art Editor/Cartoonist
Minori Kunte is a senior and the art editor and staff cartoonist for The Sidekick. She spends her time singing for the Madrigals and A Capella. In her free time outside of school, she enjoys painting scenic locations she’s spotted and making vlogs of her vacations for herself and her family to watch. Her favorite movie of all time is The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. She enjoys watching Anne With An E and The 100, while snacking on Brookside Acai Dark Chocolate and Skinny Pop. She feels inspired when looking at art made by Anna-Laura Sullivan and Bob Ross. You can contact her at [email protected].