“Humans of the Sacred Heart” – Aisha Salem ’25

Caitlin Leahy, Content Editor, Opinions Editor • December 18, 2024

What was your favorite holiday tradition back at home in Egypt?

“My favorite holiday tradition was celebrating Ramadan with my family and community. The nightly iftar meals after fasting all day brought everyone together, and I loved the atmosphere of shared food, prayer, and the vibrant decorations in the streets.”

How are you spending your first Christmas in the United States?

“I’m excited to experience my first Christmas here with friends and my host family. I will be joining in on their family traditions such as baking cookies and exchanging gifts. I’m looking forward to the cozy and festive vibes it will bring.”

What is your favorite Christmas activity at Sacred Heart Greenwich?

“It’s hard to choose just one because there are so many fun traditions. I’m especially excited about the student versus faculty basketball game since I will be playing. I can already imagine how fun and incredible the energy will be. I’m also looking forward to the half day before Christmas break, especially for the seniors to dress as angels and sing Christmas carols.”

The King Street Chronicle thanks senior Aisha Salem ’25 for her contributions to “Humans of Sacred Heart.”

About the Contributor

Caitlin Leahy, Content Editor, Opinions Editor

Caitlin is thrilled to return to the King Street Chronicle as a Content Editor, the Opinions Editor, and one of the curators of the “Humans of the Sacred Heart” articles. For her last year on staff, she is looking forward to returning to the newsroom and collaborating with peers while also managing the content of articles. Outside of the newsroom, Caitlin plays on the field hockey team, leads the POTS Chapter, and serves as the Senior Class President.