A beach party dance for Clarkston Middle School sixth graders took place at the school’s gym on April 2 as part of the grade’s ‘Spirit Week?.
All CMS sixth graders are divided into one of four teams. The Compassionators Team sponsored this year’s dance and received help from coordinating teacher Jay Weinberg.
Each day of ‘Spirit Week? represented a different theme for the sixth graders to participate in. Team t-shirt Day, Pajama Day, Hat Day, Favorite University or Professional Sports Team Day and Hawaiian Day.
The week’s activities culminated with the sixth annual ‘Beach Party?. Sixth graders were entertained with a hula contest, limbo, beach volleyball, dancing, photo booth and fun food.
Many parent volunteers helped make the week successful. Different posters promoting the event were created by the advisories.
Proceeds from the dance party will be donated to a charity on behalf of the sixth grade class.
Organizers said the event was a great learning experience for the Clarkston students, one that not only benefits themselves but others as well.