Drummond Elementary School held its Black History Month assembly on Thursday to celebrate the accomplishments and the history of African Americans. 

Presentations included transportation department driver trainer Ricky Jones sharing a rendition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech, the Drummond choir performing “Lift Every Voice and Sing” (watch here: https://youtu.be/MoevB2CHz-A) and Drummond third graders playing a song on African drums. 

Two groups from Pattonville High School also participated in the event. The 55th verse, a slam poetry team, recited three pieces of work and members of the African American Achievers Society (Triple A) demonstrated a step dance. 

Triple A is hosting its 6th Annual Black History Month Program tonight in the high school auditorium from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and both high school groups will present along with other performances. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 for adults.