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Riccardi Students Reflect on 9/11: A Lesson of Global Compassion and Hope
Riccardi Students Reflect on 9/11: A Lesson of Global Compassion and Hope

The story, based on Wilson Kimeli Naiyomah’s experiences in New York City on 9/11, emphasizes the compassion and unity that emerged globally. The Maasai people continue to care for these cows, which remain a symbol of hope.

Tiano also shared his personal memory of 9/11 with his students. It was his first year teaching, and he recalls the day vividly, reflecting on how it shaped the world and his career. 

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