Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural performances

Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural performances

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Students at Whitehead Elementary School celebrated the conclusion of Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant showcase of cultural performances. The event, held in the school's gymnasium, featured students performing traditional dances such as the tango and Hispanic line dancing. This celebration highlighted the cultural diversity within the school community, where many students have Hispanic roots. "We are 54 percent bilin…

HPU celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with several events

Dr. Danny Brunette-López, HPU professor of Spanish and department chair, helped coordinate the Hispanic Heritage Festival.   Howard Payne University recently celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with several events on campus.  HPU student organizations Amigos Unidos and Student Activities Council joined together to host a Hispanic Heritage Festival on September 29, at the Ben and Bertha Mieth Outdoor Pavilion. The evening included live music, auth…