Submit your Hispanic Heritage Month Artifact today!
Cultural Heritage and Identity Showcase
Peru
Submitted by:
Jaylen B. - Dr. Henry A. Wise High School
A delicious Peruvian Meal
El Salvador
Submitted by:
Sandra A. - Edward M. Felegy Elementary
Yucca - The national flower of El Salvador
Guatemala
Submitted by:
Glendy E.
The national flower of Guatemala, Monja Blanca
Spain
Submitted by:
Marianne G. - Tulip Grove Elementary
This photo is of Galician girls in their regional costumes in northwest Spain. I lived there for 8 years.
Brazil
Submitted by:
Larissa S. - James H. Harrison Elementary School
This year we celebrated 200 years of our independence in Brazil. We became independent from Portugal on September 7, 1822. After 2 years of not having any celebrations due to the pandemic, Brazilians finally had the opportunity to do it!
Dominican Republic
Submitted by:
Maribel B. - Kettering Middle School
It is a typical food of the Dominican Republic: Rice with pigeon peas (Moro de pigeon peas). Ingredients: rice, pigeon peas, peppers, onion, garlic, pepper, and oregano, there is also the stuffed breast and Russian salad, this one has potatoes, eggs, carrots, beets, and mayonnaise.
Nicaragua
Submitted by:
Freidel P. - International Student Admission and Enrollment Office
A group of people dancing along to one of the most famous folkloric songs from Nicaragua. The variety of dresses represent at least one symbolic item from Nicaragua, the flag, the national flower, the national bird, etc.
Mexico
Submitted by:
Jashlym M. - Academy of Health Sciences @PGCC
In Spanish class I had the opportunity to create a diorama:
The Island of the Dolls in Xochimilco - Island of the Dolls
It is a legend that arises after a girl drowned and the body was found by Don Julián in the chinampas of his property. From that day on, Don Julián Santana began to place dolls on his property to chase away the spirit of the girl that tormented him. For 50 years, all the dolls that Don Julián found in the garbage were hung in his house.
Various Countries
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Nancy C. - Overlook Full Spanish Immersion School
Our school is a Spanish immersion program school. It is made up of teachers from various Hispanic countries and we built a journey through the halls where students shared beautiful works
Mexico
Submitted by:
Taylor M. - Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
My artifact is birria tacos. Birria tacos are made with lamb meat or beef. Most often, rib meat is what is used from the lamb, and the shank for beef, but you can use other cuts as well. You start by marinating the meat in a combination of guajillo, ancho, and chipotle peppers. You can eat them with either hard shells or soft shells, but you usually make them with soft shells because you have to fry them. its connection to my identity is connected to my family. I have cousins in Arizona and every time we visit, they cook birria tacos, rice and beans, and guacamole. This usually brings the family together and it's been a big part of our family tradition since I was a kid. We play games, watch movies and reminisce about memories from when we were kids and funny times.
Various Countries
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Angela S. - Langley Park McCormick Elementary
The students and staff wore attire that represents their heritage and culture.
Colombia
Submitted by:
Alejandra M. and Yesenia P. - Ridgcrest and Langley Park McCormick Elementary Schools
Latin America culture is the nest of to so many culinary treasures. Our Spanish recipes vary significantly from one country to the next, but are always FULL of tasty flavors. This year a collaboration between Community school coordinators from Ridgecrest and Langley Park ES will take you to a culinary tour in honor of Hispanic heritage month. The Tostones or Patacones are Colombian appetizer very delicious and easy to make, Enjoy it!
Mexico
Submitted by:
Oscar V. - Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
Collage of photos representing the way how some in the mexican culture live their life and historic things or people in mexico
Various Countries
Submitted by:
Dr. Daisy P. - Buck Lodge Middle School
This artifact includes the biographies of some of the most prominent Latin American and Hispanic authors
Bolivia
Submitted by:
Beheita M. - Parent - Glenarden Woods Elementary School
Recipe of a typical meal
Mexico
Submitted by:
Kayla M. - G. James Gholson Middle School
Amate Paper deone with oil pastels
El Salvador
Submitted by:
Adbe H. Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
My recipe is a Pupusa de loroco. This pupusa is made with cheese and loroco flower. It doesn't really taste much of the loroco. It is a little more healthy than any other pupusa. It has a great taste. Adding salsa and curtido will create a sensational favor that will leave anyone craving more.
Puerto Rico
Submitted by:
Marisa B. - Dr. Henry A. Wise High School
The artifacts in the photo are a Puerto Rican Doll, and two Puerto Rican collectible souvenir plates representing native Taino symbols and Puerto Rican cultural pride.
Mexico
Submitted by:
Claudia Q. - James H. Harrison Elementary School
Every year in the month of August, the city of Huamantla in the state of Tlaxcala, Mexico, is filled with magic with a festivity named "The Night Nobody Sleeps". I am proud to share that this year they broke the Guinness record for the longest sawdust mat in the world!
Guatemala
Submitted by:
David T. - Dr. Henry A. Wise High School
Independence Day
Spain
Submitted by:
Marianne G. - Tulip Grove Elementary
This city is called Vigo, it id the largest fishing port in Spain. It is a wonderful city. I lived here for 8 years. The Gallegos are very warm and hospitable people.
Mexico
Submitted by:
Atziry D. - Nicholas Orem Middle School
My artifact is a dress that mexican dancers wear while dancing, my dress drawing is yellow and it has purple, green and orange stripes.
Guatemala
Submitted by:
Gladys P. - Parent -Ardmore Elementary School
My daughters were born in the United States but with Guatemalan roots.
El Salvador
Submitted by:
Kriscia F. - Parent - James H. Harrison Elementary School
Pupusas, traditional dish
Mexico
Submitted by:
Isaiah C. - Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
This is one of my favorite spanish songs I have heard in my life, The song is "La Chona". My grandmother would play this song when I was younger and it would always bring happy memories.The band that made the song is called "los tucanes de tijuana". This song has helped me connect and make many spanish friends. I have also in the past tried to make spanish tacos to taste the culture as well.
Mexico
Submitted by:
Lily T. - Berwyn Heights Elementary School
In this picture Lily is wearing a Jalisco skirt celebrating Día De Los Muertos (Day Of the Dead)
Which is celebrated on November 1st. It’s a tradition in Mexico to have your face painted like a skull head and where a skeleton jump suit to honor the dead.
Mexico
Submitted by:
James E. - Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
So it is a journal and a wallet. It really doesn't have anything affiliated with its history but it does have the word Cancun engraved on it as well as drawn on the wallet. It connects to my Identity because I love wallets, but I also love supporting different cultures as well as saving memories. This way when I went to Cancun not only did I get something I like, I got something that I will cherish as a memory and a story behind it. The journal defines me because I like to write from time to time, so when I write, I don't just want to write then throw it out, ESPECIALLY if it's something that I want to keep forever, i'll put it in that journal.
Guatemala
Submitted by:
Maria M. - Parent - Cool Spring Elementary School
Pride of being indigenous and representing the parents of the schools and being part of Hispanic Pride and an international leader of pgcps schools
Mexico
Submitted by:
Ashley R. - G. James Gholson Middle School
Amate Paper deone with oil pastels
Mexico
Submitted by:
Zehkari L. - G. James Gholson Middle School
Amate Paper deone with oil pastels
Various Countries
Submitted by:
Dr. Daisy P. - Buck Lodge Middle School
Students search for information about the most prominent Hispanic and Latin American writers.
El Salvador
Submitted by:
Eunice H. - International High School at Langley Park
Folklorico is a traditional style of dance and can be traced back to indigenous people. During this form of dance, Women wear colorful and long skirts and usually wear a long-sleeved blouse with their hair braided. The purpose is to make a connection to the spirit of the dance, as it is transmitted from one generation to the next. In the pictures I am wearing a top representing El Salvador. As a Latina Principal I take pride in my culture and hope to inspire my students.
Various Countries
Submitted by:
Dr. Maria R. - Cesar Chavez Dual Spanish Immersion
The staff celebrated Hispanic Heritage month by sharing typical dishes from the countries that each teacher represents.
Mexico
Submitted by:
Adeola A. - Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
I drew a picture of a skeleton with a lot of colors To represent the day of the dead
Puerto Rico
Submitted by:
Eloy A. - Kettering Middle School
Pina Colada recipe
Honduras
Submitted by:
José C. - Buck Lodge Middle School
Juramento a la Bandera Nacional de Honduras
El Salvador
Submitted by:
Job G. - Tulip Grove Elementary
This photo was taken of me in El Salvador this past summer, August 2022.
Colombia
Submitted by:
Dr. Verny V. - Thomas F Pullen and Benjamin D Foulois
In this video the children of the working-class neighborhood of the city of Cali Colombia participate. I was born and raised here. It is one of the most historic neighborhoods in the city and is made up of wonderful people.
Various Countries
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Diane C. - Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary
This beautiful display at Gladys Noon Spellman created by Mrs. Castillo, is an exhibit of the 21 Spanish speaking countries. There are 21 Countries in which Spanish is the official language. The Bulletin board gives specific information detailing maps, country flags and images that commemorate and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Nicaragua
Submitted by:
Freidel P. - International Student Admission and Enrollment Office
Typical dress from Nicaragua, also known as the land of lakes and volcanos. The dress also represents the department of Chinandega aka the "Orange city".
Uruguay
Submitted by:
Jayla H. - Academy of Health Sciences @PGCC
In Spanish class I had the opportunity to create a diorama:
The Hand of Punta del Este is a sculpture created by Mario Irarrázabal. The hand represents a warning to bathers to be careful with the waves that are very strong and you can drown.
Spanish Speaking Countries
Submitted by:
Jalaya Carter - Dr. Henry A. Wise High School
Although I am not of hispanic heritage, I still wanted to create something and make sure there was a good amount of representation. This is why I included a variety of spanish speaking countries in my artifact.
Various Spanish Speaking Countries
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Marybeth A. - James E. Duckworth Regional School
This is a Spanish coreboard. We use coreboards for students who are nonverbal. A student will be able to communicate in their native language to friends and staff at school. The symbols represent different words.
Various Countries
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Sophia C. - G. James Gholson Middle School
My drawing is my own design that represents all the Hispanic countries.
El Salvador
Submitted by:
Fernando M. - Dr. Henry A. Wise High School
I made a slide show of El Salvador and included a few things you can do if you visit.
Mexico
Submitted by:
Azeeza A. - G. James Gholson Middle School
Amate Paper deone with oil pastels
Mexico
Submitted by:
Jada P. - G. James Gholson Middle School
Amate Paper deone with oil pastels
Various Countries
Submitted by:
Nancy B. - High Bridge Elementary School
Latin American Artifacts
Mexico
Submitted by:
Kchloe R - G. James Gholson Middle School
Amate Paper deone with oil pastels
El Salvador
Submitted by:
Adbe H. Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
My artifact is a portrait. It was made en El Salvador. It was handcrafted by the vendor. It reminds me of the importance of God and my heritage. In English it says May God bless this house. I have this hanged up in the entrance of my house to remind me that God and my parents country are very important to me and my family.
Guatemala
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Johanna O. - Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School
My poem describes what freedom means to me as a proud latina. In addition to how in America us hispanics have the freedom to, speak our language, eat our food, celebrate our tradition which is what makes my identity.