District Closes Out Hispanic Heritage Month

Disponible en: Español

Students from Carter Academy perform at the Donaldson Administrative Building for Hispanic Heritage Month.

The theme of Aldine ISD’s Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15-October 15, was “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together,” and events were designed to highlight the leaders who paved the way for future generations.

The district’s mariachi program from Carver High School perform at the DAB for Hispanic Heritage Month. The student group is known as Acero.

Throughout the month, our vibrant community of students and staff actively participated in a myriad of activities and events that were designed to showcase the richness of Hispanic culture, history, and achievements. Campuses across the district hosted engaging HHM presentations. Our district-level staff at the Donaldson Administration Building (DAB) and the Bamberg Professional Development and Resource Center (BAM) were not left out, as they had the chance to immerse themselves in the cultural experience through a book lotería, cultural art walls, a dress-up day, a virtual lunch panel featuring Aldine ISD graduates who are now AISD campus leaders, and student performances — including the mesmerizing ballet folklórico dancers and violin players from Carter Elementary school, and the talented student mariachi group, Acero, from Aldine ISD.

The celebration emphasized the district’s commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that recognizes the rich diversity within its community. Classroom lessons, art projects, and cultural presentations provided opportunities for students to explore and appreciate Hispanic heritage, reinforcing the values of cultural pride and understanding.

One More Event Coming Up

Award-winning author Raúl González, aka Raúl the Third, will be sharing his most recent addition to his World of Vamos series, ¡Vamos! Let’s Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos: A Halloween and Day of the Dead Celebration with second-grade bilingual students in Elementary Team 1 on Monday, October 21, 2024. Students will hear from the author and receive a signed copy for their home libraries.

Aldine ISD remains dedicated to honoring the stories and achievements of Hispanic pioneers who continue to inspire and shape a brighter future for all. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the students, staff, and community members who participated in and organized these events, making our Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations a resounding success.