On October 25th, B-CC’s Latino Student Union hosted an exciting celebration of Hispanic Culture. Held in the auditorium, the school wide assembly was a great opportunity to bring together students to experience the vibrancy of Hispanic traditions and recognize the contributions of Hispanic culture.
The event started with an informational session from Latino Student Union president, Alexa Gonzales. Gonzales spoke about the history behind Hispanic Heritage Month and powerful Hispanic figures, including activists and writers. Gonzales opened the assembly by saying, “Hispanic heritage has shaped our communities, and shaped who we are today.” This presentation was given in both English and Spanish.
Next, B-CC Latino Student Union member, Viktoria Saric de las Heras, presented a powerful poem. She stated, “The poem was important because it helped students understand what Hispanics experience. It allowed B-CC students to understand more of the actual struggles faced by the Hispanic community within the United States.”
The Ritmo Latino also made an appearance, performing a traditional Hispanic dance, the Bachata. Gonzales shared, “Ritmo Latino has been practicing every Wednesday and Monday to get our performance ready for the assembly.” This was a lively performance which got the crowd very excited. Senior class president Grady Kugel stated, “It was a really impressive dance and I can tell a lot of effort was put into the performance.”
Eight members of the B-CC boy’s soccer team also took the stage, showcasing their soccer skills while students learned about the importance of soccer within Hispanic culture. B-CC soccer player Reed Holder shared, “I participated in the assembly to support the Latino Student Union. On stage, I juggled and did tricks with the soccer ball, while students learned about the role of soccer within the Hispanic community.”
B-CC’s Latino Student Union put a lot of work into creating this event. Gonzales shared, “We have been preparing for a long time. We have been working on the poem and speech throughout the month.” Gonzales emphasized the importance of Hispanic Heritage Month not only for Hispanic students but for the entire B-CC community. “It is really important because many of the students here come from Hispanic families. The B-CC community should get to know who they are sharing the school with and embrace the Latino community as a whole, and learn more about it,” she shared. She also pointed out the need for greater awareness and understanding, noting, “People need to understand more about our story, and not just go on without understanding people’s experiences.”
B-CC’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month serves as a reminder of the importance of cultural recognition, understanding, and unity within schools. Make sure to check out @BCCLSU on Instagram for videos of the assembly, as well as information on upcoming events!
