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August / September 2022
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Hispanic Heritage Month
"Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation" is the 2022 theme of
Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15-Oct. 15. The month celebrates
multiple events: Sept. 15 is the anniversary of independence
for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicara-
gua. Mexico and Chile's independence days are Sept. 16 and 18,
respectively. Día de la Raza is on Oct. 12. Involve students in rel-
evant activities and lesson plans; find resources at nea.org and
hispanicheritagemonth.gov/for-teachers.
Smile
now,
Cry
later/Sonríe
ahora,
llora
después,
2017,
by
Tlacolulokos;
Museum
of
Latin
American
Art
The holiday marks the
end of summer, but more
importantly, it honors the
struggles and contributions
of working people. Labor unions have long fought
for workers' rights; CTA has advocated for educa-
tors' and students' rights since our founding in 1863.
Teach students about labor unions – find resources
at pbslearningmedia.org, zinnedproject.org and
learningforjustice.org.
Labor Day
SEPT. 5
This year, the theme of
the United Nations Inter-
national Day of Peace is
"End Racism. Build Peace."
Get your students involved
in activities that honor
the day - these can include planting peace poles,
service to others, a minute of silence/moment of
peace at noon in all time zones, and more. Find
curricula and resources for children and youth at
internationaldayofpeace.org/get-involved.
Day of peace
SEPT. 21
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cta.org
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