President of the Chinese Club and junior James Quance leads his club as they walk around the gym holding up a traditional Chinese dragon. Photo by Zac Russell

Principal Jason Peres dances with SM West junior Sherline Lopez after Ritmo Latino invited viewers to join them dancing after their performance. “I think it’s important [to have this fair] because it showcases all of the different backgrounds that make up our school district,” Peres said. Photo by Caroline Martucci

Lempira–Hondura’s currency–Horchata, a rice and cinnamon drink, banana soda and Zamibos chips, brought by sophomore Lucas Herrero sit on a table. “It’s really good to give information about your country,” Herrera said. “It’s good to get out there and let people know about all the different cultures.” Photo by Caroline Martucci

Junior Josie Mangine demonstrates how to prep ‘aliklet’, a traditional Ethiopian dish. Students at the fair represented countries and heritages by bringing traditional foods, drinks and descriptive posters. Photo by Emma Weidman

SM West senior Shelsea Duarte films her club ‘Ritmo Latino’ performing a traditional Latino dance during the cultural fair. Students came to the fair at staggered times determined by grade level, so the club performed four times. Photo by Caroline Martucci