The Conackamack Middle School Cooking, Crafting, and Celebration Club emulated the unique artwork of three notable African American artists to share the joy of Black History Month!

Several members of the club, along with various 6th grade students, worked collaboratively to create two murals, inspired by Lois Mailou Jones and Faith Ringgold; “upcycled” African masks inspired by Kimmy Cantrell; and colorfully decorated pictures of notable African Americans including Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Ruby Bridges, Jackie Robinson, Harriet Tubman, Bessie Coleman, and Maya Angelou.

The beautiful student artwork was displayed in the main foyer of the school and was created to accompany the student performances that took place on February 20 during the Black History Month assembly, orchestrated by Conackamack’s Music Department.

The CCC Club is guided by advisers Adele Tenore and Mary Hunter.