Community at Our Core - Join Us at Around the World

Cultural Exhibitions 

Each country/cultural exhibit displays a variety of items including: traditional artwork, clothing, costumes, periodicals, information boards, etc. that demonstrate the history and customs of the country/culture. The exhibits are curated and coordinated by volunteers from our parent and student community. During the evening portion of the event, dive deeper into our diverse school community by sampling the international food offerings at each booth.

A Taste of the World

Woven into the evening portion of Around the World - booth volunteers provide samplings of food that represent their country/culture. Enjoy unique flavors from all over the world!

Parade of Flags

This favored Potomac tradition is an opening ceremony similar to that of the Olympics – minus the torch lighting, which serves as a precursor to the cultural performances. Participants are encouraged to wear either a traditional costume or a festive item of clothing representing a country/culture. Small handheld flags will be available.

Past Cultural exhibits included representation from Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Bulgaria, China, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, England/UK, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Germany, Greece, India, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Lebanon, Pakistan, Palestine, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Puerto Rico, Scotland, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden, Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, and Ukraine.

Cultural Performances and Fashion Show

Experience the immense talent of our school community as students perform cultural songs, dances, and instrumental selections significant to their cultural heritage. These performances link language, cultural practices, symbolic places and historical events. Also, students can participate in a fashion show -- wearing attire that showcases their cultural heritage. It’s an event you don’t want to miss!