At its last meeting, the Gladstone School Board read a resolution supporting Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15 to October 15. The event, launched by President Lyndon Johnson was expanded from one week to a full month by President Ronald Reagan.
All month, schools are celebrating the rich culture and history of the Hispanic community, which includes 16% of Gladstone students. At Gladstone High, the announcements include daily information about Hispanic heritage, including notable achievements by Hispanic individuals, from astronaut Ellen Ochoa to baseball player Roberto Clemente and Supreme Court Justice Sonya Sotomayor.
Many Gladstone students are eager to study Spanish, knowing it will expand their options in a wide range of careers. At Gladstone High School, 200 students are in the program. Kraxberger has an additional 20 students in the Spanish Club, which meets on Tuesdays.
