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Like any other graduation it was exciting and chaotic. Proud parents, who in general are much less educated than their children, sat on the sidelines as the kids walked up to the front to say "I am an Art of Conservation Graduate" into the microphone, and receive their portfolios of work to share with their parents or guardians. There were a large number of local kids gathered to watch the proceedings, and many local authorities attended and gave nice speeches. The kids performed for the crowd with songs and dance - several were directed at thanking Julie and Art-of-Conservation. Great day full of smiles and enthusiasm! Take a look at the photos, and you'll get a sense of the feeling of the day.
Local authorities watching alternative fuel briquette demonstration.
Julie receiving gift of traditional gown.
Love the photos Jan...looks like a really fun and festive day! Thanks for sharing...glad to see you back on the blog:) xoxo
ReplyDeleteJan - lovely..am just stopping in to read for a bit - I can only imagine what it must have felt like to come back to the states after being in Africa for so long. I think I can empathize with the unfamiliarity/familiarity of it all...am glad to come to your site now and then...
ReplyDeletedeborah - person from Rock Island
Beautiful people...beautiful photos.mary jane
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