Funded Oct 30, 2015February 25, 2016
Hillcrest High School
Queens, NY 11432
Dear Donors,
Yesterday we attended On Your Feet, the Broadway show about the life of Gloria Estefan. It was unforgettable experience. For all the students this was their first Broadway experience. There was diversity in the show. The actors spoke in Spanish and English. Many of the Latino students felt proud and inspired. This was an opportunity to see a positive image of Latin Americans that they are rarely exposed to. The message they took away was anything can be accomplished through hard work.
I have a diverse group of students. Students from Haiti, Bangladesh, African nations, and many other countries throughout the world attended the performance. These students were able to connect with the immigrant experience portrayed in the show.
As their teacher I was overwhelmed with emotion as I saw the sheer joy and excitement on the students faces and I believe this was life changing moment for many. I cannot thank you enough. Please understand that you have planted a seed and made a lifelong impact.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Patterson