Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15-October 15
Each year, the United States observes National Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) 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 observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15.
It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.
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 September 18, respectively.
Join us this month for a fun game of Tic-Tac-Toe, a fun "Guess who?" Quiz, and be sure to check in over on our Facebook page all month long to further your learning and participation on all things Hispanic Heritage Month!
The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15.
It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.
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 September 18, respectively.
Join us this month for a fun game of Tic-Tac-Toe, a fun "Guess who?" Quiz, and be sure to check in over on our Facebook page all month long to further your learning and participation on all things Hispanic Heritage Month!
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