February may be over, but the spirit of Black History Month lives on throughout the year.

Hundreds of people from the Norwalk school community came together Thursday night to celebrate.

"Diversity is our strength," Deputy Superintendent Sandra Faioes says. “It’s something that actually helps us maintain a strong school culture and strong relationships."

Students from across the district put on performances highlighting the significant roles Black people have played in the workforce throughout history.

The event also highlighted the local Black business community.

“I’m hoping people won’t judge," says Scotty Nails, advisor of the Norwalk High African American Culture Club. "People will just get to know you based on, as Dr. King said, the content of my character instead of the color of my skin."