From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States each year. It is a tradition that began in 1968 when President Lyndon B. Johnson first issued a proclamation to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Week. Congress then passed a bill to extend the celebration to last an entire month, which was signed into law by President Ronald Reagan in 1988.
National Hispanic Heritage Month has been celebrated every year since 1989. The theme for 2023 is “Todos Somos, Somos Uno; We Are All, We Are One,” which reinforces the diversity inherent within the Hispanic community, as well as the power that comes from being a united community.
At Millbrook, there are different opportunities to get involved learn about the history of Hispanic culture, and become aware of the importance that the Hispanic community has given our school. If you are interested in learning about Hispanic culture, Millbrook provides many opportunities to get involved. Both the Millbrook Spanish Club and the National Spanish Honor Society are great ways to learn about Hispanic culture. Senior Natalie Gonzalez who is a part of the National Spanish Honor Society says “National Spanish Honor Society is a great way to get involved and learn more about Hispanic culture.”
This month’s photo is dedicated to Hispanic Heritage Month in hopes of informing others about the importance of Hispanic Culture. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the countless contributions that Hispanic Americans have made to our nation, and all over the world over the years. We also take this time to recognize the trailblazing individuals who fought for progress and equity in their communities. Such as Cesar and Dolores Huerta.
