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Feb 23: Sweet Cherie at Capitol Hill Day School

February 23, 2023 / Mykella Palmer

Fresh after attending a field trip to GALA Hispanic Theater to see a play, the pre K - first grade classes at Capitol Hill Day School were treated to an interactive lesson on go-go with Sweet Cherie! Gathering in their common area, the school’s youngest were introduced to the fundamentals of go-go, had the chance to play Sweet Cherie’s cowbell, and participated in their own kiddie go-go. After the classes departed, Jason Gray, head of school, thanked her for the lesson. Gray was born and raised in D.C. and was a classmate of Cherie’s cousin.

Elizabeth Esser shared:

We enjoyed the experience and liked how interactive it was!

categories / 2023