Last Friday, April 4th, Herron’s Herron’s National Honor Society hosted Culture Fest 2025 – a celebration of the diversity that makes Herron High School so special. The event was held after school in the gallery where students were excited to learn about the many different cultures and traditions from their friends. Students were greeted with a wide variety of activities hosted by a wide variety of student clubs, including LatinX, BCU (Black Cultural Union), and other student-led organizations. Each booth offered something unique—handmade decorations, traditional games, trivia, face painting, bowling, and opportunities to learn about the customs and histories of different cultures.

Highlights of the event included student performances and a fashion show where students modeled stunning cultural attire from a variety of countries. In between performances, students played games from around the world, laughing and learning along the way. The audience cheered as each outfit told a story of heritage and pride. Hungry students had no shortage of treats to sample. Tables overflowed with snacks and bites from around the world.

“I didn’t expect to have this much fun and learn so much,” said one freshman. “It made me realize just how many different backgrounds we all come from—and how cool that is.”

At a time in our nation’s history, when things like diversity and inclusion are being threatened, Culture Fest was a great reminder of the power of community and the beauty of diversity. Judging by the number of students who showed up, the laughter and big smiles, and empty snack trays, it’s safe to say the event was a huge success. National Honor Society truly brought the world to Herron, and students can’t wait to do it again next year.