Spotlight

Hispanic Heritage Month Countries Independence Days

Pablo Cruz Rivera, Editor

September 15, 2024

Victoria Zambrano ’24, former president of Latinos Unidos, began last year’s Hispanic heritage month celebration by asking attendees what countries they are from. “Where are my Guatemaltecos at? El Salvadoreños?” she asked the crowd as students cheered when their countries were called.

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually in the United States from September 15th to October 15th. The month is used to recognize and celebrate the contributions, cultures, and histories of American citizens who come from Hispanic countries. Here’s a list of Hispanic countries that have their Independence Day during Hispanic Heritage Month:

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Pablo Cruz Rivera, Features Editor

Pablo is the spotlight/features editor for the 2024-2025 school year. Pablo loves Theogony because it allows him to connect better with his community. Outside of Theogony, Pablo is part of leadership for Latinos Unidos Club and loves to volunteer.