Miami Students Shine at 10th Annual Black History Month Showcase

Norland Senior High hosts celebration of Black excellence through the arts

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Students from Miami-Dade Public Schools took the stage this week for the 10th Annual District 1 Black History Month Showcase at Norland Senior High School in Miami Gardens. The event, hosted by Dr. Steve Gallon III, featured performances and presentations from students of all grade levels, showcasing their talents in dance, art, spoken word, music, and theater. Organizers hope to continue the tradition, using the platform to celebrate Black culture and the achievements of local students.

Why it matters

The annual Black History Month showcase provides an important opportunity for Miami-Dade students to share their artistic talents and highlight Black excellence. In a diverse community, events like this help bring people together through the shared experience of celebrating culture and achievement.

The details

The 10th Annual District 1 Black History Month Showcase, themed 'BET' (Black Excellence Tribute), featured performances and presentations from students across all grade levels in Miami-Dade Public Schools. The event, hosted by Dr. Steve Gallon III at Norland Senior High School in Miami Gardens, included a variety of artistic expressions such as dance, art, spoken word, music, and theater.

  • The showcase took place earlier this week on February 25, 2026.

The players

Dr. Steve Gallon III

The host of the 10th Annual District 1 Black History Month Showcase and a leader in Miami-Dade Public Schools.

Norland Senior High School

The Miami Gardens high school that hosted the 10th annual Black History Month showcase event.

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What they’re saying

“A great evening celebrating Black History Month through the arts and talent of students.”

— Dr. Steve Gallon III (Twitter)

What’s next

Organizers hope to continue the Black History Month showcase tradition at Norland Senior High School for years to come, providing a platform to celebrate Black culture and student achievement.

The takeaway

The 10th annual Black History Month showcase at Norland Senior High demonstrated the power of the arts to unite a diverse community and shine a spotlight on the talents and accomplishments of local students.