Tyler ISD Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Join us from September 15 to October 15 as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
Various events, lessons, and activities will take place at campuses throughout the district as we observe the impact and contributions people of Hispanic and Latino cultures have made.
Learn more about how Hispanic Heritage Month started and why we celebrate it.
Upcoming Events
Friday, October 13
Copa Entre Generaciones
5:00 p.m.
Caldwell Field - Corner of W. Woldert St. and S. Bois D’Arc Ave.
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School middle school students will play a friendly game of soccer against campus staff. Food trucks will be available with delicious Mexican food and treats. Local business owners and Birdwell parents will set up booths displaying artisanal items, goods, and clothing.
See the Campus Celebrations
Dixie Elementary School students and staff said “Adios” and see you soon to Hispanic Heritage Month with performances, music, and food.
Students from all grade levels danced to popular songs like “De Colores” and “Como la Flor” for a full house of parents and community members, who cheered them on.
To end the night, students joined a local Norteño Music band on stage to delight guests with their music as they ate traditional Hispanic food.
“We loved seeing our students share what they have learned this month through performances for their families,” said Mrs. Silva Leal. “This is the first time we did an event like this one, and we are thankful to have such supportive and engaged parents and community members, who gladly shared their dishes and donations with us.”
Bell Elementary School said goodbye to Hispanic Heritage Month with a special program honoring Hispanic Heroes before students, staff, and local community members. Students had the opportunity to dress as their favorite heroes and discuss what makes them special.
Teachers led the famous “Cielito Lindo” song while the whole student body sang along and kindergarten students danced “La Raspa” in traditional Mexican attire. Local heroes and radio personalities Ivette Zavarce, Eddie Martinez, and Isaac Gutierrez spoke to the students about the countries they are from and what they do at Fuzion Radio, inspiring students to persevere to reach their goals.
To end the program, Ballet Folklorico Raices surprised the audience with a colorful display of traditional dances.
The busy little bees at the Boshears Center for Exceptional Programs embarked on a sensory journey to explore the essence of Hispanic Cultures. Check out the story and see more pictures.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Young Audiences of Northeast Texas treated Clarkston Elementary School students and staff with a wonderful performance by Mexico 2000.
Students learned about the different regional dances of Mexico, including those from Veracruz and Jalisco.
“Young Audiences of Northeast Texas’ mission is to use the arts to enrich the lives of children and enhance their education,” Young Audiences of Northeast Texas Executive Director Tasha Prescott said. “In addition to yearlong workshops and performances available to our schools, we strongly believe in the power of artistic performances to cultivate cultural competency, appreciation and nurture empathy during heritage and history month celebrations. Art is a great avenue for celebration and expression. Our hope is that not only do the students who have no direct connection to Hispanic culture find beauty and inspiration from their traditions but that our students who share Hispanic culture can see themselves on that stage and gain a deeper understanding of their cultural heritage.”
The excitement in the room grew even more when students joined the performers on stage to dance. While only a few students danced on stage, everyone was able to perform their best “grito” or cheer for joy.
Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School kicked off the festivities with their annual “La Raspa” dance. Other colorful displays of Hispanic Heritage and traditions taking place at Birdwell during the coming weeks include dressing up for different themes and cultural exhibitions, reading stories with guests, creating traditional paper cuttings, and hosting international booths. The month will wrap up with a Copa Entre Generaciones, a soccer game between generations where students will play staff.
Orr Elementary School held a Hispanic Heritage Program. Students sang, danced, and represented important figures in Hispanic culture.
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Celebrations in the Community
Saturday, September 16
Rose City Fiesta
Bergfeld Park
Students from Caldwell Arts Academy and Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School took the stage and performed traditional Hispanic songs and dances.
