PLEASE DIRECT INQUIRIES TO:
Dr. Caroline Pate-Hefty, 262-472-8700
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 9, 2024
Whitewater Unified School District Elementary Schools
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
WHITEWATER, WI — Lakeview, Lincoln, and Washington Elementary Schools are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with classroom and building-wide activities to promote and educate students on the rich Hispanic culture many community members share.
The month-long series of activities is designed to deepen students’ understanding and appreciation of Hispanic cultures. They highlight various traditions, histories, and contributions of Hispanic communities, offering students meaningful opportunities to learn about and celebrate the diverse cultural backgrounds that enrich the Whitewater community.
Lincoln Elementary School kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant, educational assembly led by its multilingual staff earlier this month. “Hispanic Heritage Month is such an important time for us to come together in our school community and recognize the diverse backgrounds that make us stronger,” said Lincoln Elementary Principal Brad Gefvert. “We’re excited to continue celebrating and learning from one another as we explore the many cultures of our students and staff.”
At Lakeview, classrooms have enjoyed activities like decorating doors with vibrant designs that highlight Hispanic traditions and contributions. Daily announcements feature fun and educational facts about various Spanish-speaking countries. In art class, students have created projects inspired by renowned Latino artists, while in music class, they’ve been learning and singing songs from across Latin America.
Teachers at Washington Elementary enjoyed a lunch with authentic ethnic foods gifted by families. Fun facts about Hispanic culture are shared during morning announcements, and students look forward to a “Día de los Muertos” or “Day of the Dead” art project to learn about this beautiful tradition.
WUSD is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every student's culture is honored and celebrated. Hispanic Heritage Month observed annually from September 15 to October 15, plays a vital role in supporting this effort.
Every student, every day, in a unified way.