Retired Kenwood Academy music teacher celebrates 90th birthday

Sunday, September 16, 2018
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The teacher R-Kelly credits with steering him toward a music career celebrated her 90th birthday Saturday.

Reverend Lena McLin taught music at Kenwood Academy for more than 20 years.
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Former students gathered at the DuSable Museum Saturday evening to honor McLin and celebrate her career.

ABC 7's Karen Jordan was the mistress of ceremonies.
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