To the editor:

On Friday night, March 3, we had the good fortune of experiencing education at its best. We attended the Asia Fair at Southwest Junior High School. This impressive cultural event was the result of a tremendous collaborative effort on the part of the seventh-grade teachers and the hard work and creativity of the seventh-grade students.

We were treated to Asian music performed by the seventh-grade choir, orchestra and band. The fair also featured a variety of guest speakers and cultural exhibits from the many countries of Asia. The seventh-grade families provided a wonderful buffet of Asian foods. This fair was a tremendous success because of the people involved. They have proven, once again, that hard work and dedication do make a difference in the lives of our children.

Karin and Lance Thompson,

Lawrence