Hispanic Heritage month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15 each year. The purpose is to honor the diverse people of Spanish-speaking backgrounds who have come to the United States from more than 20 countries.

This year, a group of students were very eager to have an assembly where they could exhibit their culture and show their talents.  The masters of ceremony, Adrienne Rios and Gonzalo Barahona, did an excellent job presenting our performers and welcoming our guests.  In addition, a number of staff and students worked behind the scene to ensure the assembly’s success.

 Among our guests were some of our talented Eli alumni such as Jessica and Jose Rios who peformed some excting dance numbers.  We also had Luis “El Timbalero” Rivera.  This young man has such a passion for music that today he offers private classes in numerous instruments.  We also had the pleasure to listen to Archie Negron and his trio playing ethnic instruments such as the “güiro,” “ tambora,”  and “el cuatro.”

In all, our performers and our guests were great and we truly hope that we can have a bigger celebration next year.