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Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18.
This month, we invite you to learn more about what makes this 30-day celebration so meaningful. Together, we can all show our love to the Hispanic, Latino, and Latinx communities in this country, this month and every day.
Executive and Legislative Documents
The Law Library of Congress has compiled guides to commemorative observations, including a comprehensive inventory of the Public Laws, Presidential Proclamations and congressional resolutions related to Hispanic American Heritage Month.
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Join us in recognizing the Hispanic Scholars of Academic Excellence and honoring this year’s Hispanic Heritage Award Recipients:
SPECIAL AWARDS PRESENTATION
Roberto Clemente Student Award
Jesarie Rodriguez,
Roberto Clemente School #8Volunteer Youth Award Student
Denaresh Quiñones,
School of the ArtsAcademic Excellence Achievement Award
Dariel Ravelo-Ramos ,
School of the ArtsCommunity Service Award
Henry I. Padrón-Morales,
Hipocampo Children’s BookstoreSpecial Recognition Award
Pedro Santiago, Sr.,
El Trío Los Arpegios