WYOMING COUNTY, W.Va. – Mullins Middle School brought wax figures to life on Friday, as students honor African American history for their belated Black History Month celebration. It’s an exercise that the school’s principal, Nina Tunstalle, explained plays an important role in expanding students’ understanding.
“I think it’s extremely important, you know, many times when we open up a social studies book, we only see black Americans portrayed as slaves, and, you know there’s just so much more to that, and so I think it’s really important for these kids to see how much black Americans have contributed to society today,” said Tunstalle.
As for the students, they were excited to dress up and “come to life” to give background information and facts about their chosen figures.
“It’s really nice and it’s fun to have an opportunity to share what other people have done,” said Audrey, a 6th grader dressed as Kelly Rowland.
“Yeah, I think it’s great that we’re able to do this for Black History Month,” said Mila, a 6th grader dressed as Charity Adams.
“I think it’s fun to experience this, like to experience what other people do and let people see,” added Aria, a 5th grader dressed as Dawn Staley.
This is the second year Mullins Middle School has hosted this event, and Principal Tunstalle said they hope to expand and hold events that celebrate more cultures as well.
Copyright 2025 WVVA. All rights reserved.