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Pittsburgh students receive high marks for City Hall performance
On Tuesday, Nichols brought in a violin ensemble from Westwood elementary into council chambers for a short performance in recognition of Black History Month.
“I read to kids on my days off, and I try to get kids to perform and learn city government,” Nichols said. “I want the city of Pittsburgh to know that we have decent kids who want to explore and get a tour of the mayor’s office. They always want to know when we’re going back to city council, and they’re excited about it. “
Marylou Bushyager, a music teacher for six city schools, said this is the third year in a row that Westwood kids have visited the City-County Building. The students performed a blues tune and fiddle song for council members.
“I just think it’s a great experience for the students because they get to see the city council, and they get to work and understand how it is to prepare a performance,” she said. “It was a great opportunity. We just love coming down and playing for Black History Month.”
Acting Principal David May credited Nichols with arranging the performance and tour.
“We were just happy to be a guest down here to celebrate today,” he said.
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