Pride Month began not as a festival, but as a fight for basic liberties. Though modern celebrations often feature parades and parties, the original intent stays rooted in a call for dignity, safety, and equal legal treatment.

For over 60 years, the X-Men have been central to Marvel Comics, telling stories of acceptance, heroism, and unity. Debuting in 1963 with just six members, these extraordinary mutants have now grown to fill a massive roster, championing the fight for coexistence in an ever-changing world.

Students from Grace Academy delivered a clear message—“Know Your History”—during the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Celebration at the Stride Bank Center Arena. The event highlighted the continued impact of Dr. King’s teachings and emphasized the importance of remembering how history shapes us.