On Friday March 1, the auditorium at Chamblee High School came alive with vibrant colors and flavors of the world as we celebrated our annual International Night! This beloved tradition brings together students, faculty, and families from diverse backgrounds to share their cultures and traditions. From delicious foods to live performances, this event can be enjoyed by everyone.
When living in a diverse world, it is important to celebrate our differences and some say Chamblee’s International Night does just that.
“Chamblee is a very diverse school, and we believe everyone is proud of where they come from, so International Night is a perfect way to show off all the diverse culture,” said Gina Rios, coordinator of the event.
This year at Chamblee’s International Night, there was cultural representation from countries across the globe.
“There are 43 countries being represented, and there is representation of countries in all seven continents,” said Rios.
With so many countries to represent, preparation for this event can be difficult due to the extensive planning required and limited time.
“The logistics of planning with this many countries can be hard to get all the preparations done for the different displays and stuff,” said Megan Hembree, coordinator of the event.
Nevertheless, many think it’s a significant event for students to take part in.
Photo courtesy of Gelila Kassu (‘26).
“Not only does it give you the opportunity to express the pride and uniqueness of your culture, it’s also a great opportunity to connect,” said Hembree.
Some say International Night creates a sense of community at our school because it brings people together to explore our diverse backgrounds.
“Getting together and working to create these presentations to present for others to learn is amazing—we get to appreciate other people and their cultures,” said Rios.
Summer Palmer (‘27),…
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