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Mason students celebrated: 20 years of Black History Bowl and a dance team national title
Summary
The board recognized Mason Intermediate’s 20th Black History Bowl and Mason High’s national champion dance team; organizers and student leaders reflected on tradition, teamwork, and the event experience.
The board set aside time to recognize two school community milestones: the 20th anniversary of the Mason Intermediate Black History Bowl and Mason High School’s national championship in dance.
Educators and former organizers — including principal Kathy Hunter, teacher Cynthia Handy and diversity council members named in remarks — recounted the event’s origins and its growth into a defining cultural moment for fifth graders. The superintendent said the celebration demonstrates the district’s commitment to inclusive excellence: "Black history is American history," was a refrain in the presentation emphasizing history, belonging and student engagement.
The high‑school dance team and coaches joined the meeting after returning from nationals. Head coach Christina Hutter (who said she will retire this year) and student captains described a multi‑day competition schedule, long practices and team unity as keys to success. A student captain said becoming national champions was ‘‘surreal’’ after long hours and injuries during the season; the team emphasized relationships and finishing strong as reasons for their success. Board members and families gave applause, asked questions about competition structure, and offered congratulations and treats.
The recognitions were followed by a short pause so families could leave; the board invited remaining audience members to stay for the State of Schools address.
