Although it is not Hispanic Culture Month, it’s important to celebrate and appreciate Hispanic Culture all year. The Hispanic culture weaves together centuries of traditions and people. Heather Hall, a Spanish teacher at Abraham Lincoln High School, stated that the Hispanic culture is valuable.
“I think it is important to educate, educate, about the cool and fun elements of their culture,” Hall said. “People often steer away from what they don’t understand, and what makes them uncomfortable. Understanding culture and language can give great insight into the values/beliefs of the people.”
A significant portion of Hispanics honor and value dignity.
The article “ Understanding the Hispanic Culture ” states, “Hispanics usually give great importance to and place great value on looks and appearance as a sense of honor, dignity, and pride. Formal attire is commonly worn by Hispanics to church, parties, social gatherings, and work.”
Hispanics value manners which is a very important part of their culture.
Hispanics value their roots and family. Freshman Daniela Martinez believes it is important to know your roots and be close to your family because that’s the only thing that will support you even when you’re not succeeding.
“As a Hispanic Family in the United States, my family and I grew up independent and dependent on close family,” Martinez said. “We used each other to grow in better financials, and in better positions. It is important for Hispanics to carry on our roots and culture because these moments can be memorable for our future generations.”
Passing our roots down is important because it is what makes us us.
According to the article “ Hispanic Identity Fades Across Generations as Immigrant Connections Fall Away,“ “The second are those who have Hispanic ancestry but do not consider themselves Hispanic – i.e., self-identified non-Hispanics with Hispanic ancestry. This is the first time this group’s opinions, attitudes, and views have been studied in depth. Throughout the report, this second group is referred to as “self-identified non-Hispanics” or “self-identified non-Hispanics with Hispanic ancestry.”
Regardless of how much Hispanic heritage one has, it is important for the overall community.
