The task of helping Hispanics students is not an easy one. In fact gathering information and resources is essential to achieve success. However, this process can become tedious and very confusing due to the cultural makeup of every student. Here are some resources that can help facilitate cultural specific information to help teachers to attain cultural competencies.
National Alliance for Hispanic Health (NAHH) works to ensure that health integrates the best of science, culture, and community. The goal of the NAHH is to close the gap in areas such as research, services, policy, community services, and medical practice.
Smithsonian Education provides many resources for teachers in multicultural settings. Each year, the Smithsonian honors Hispanic Heritage Month with a calendar full of activities.
White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics works to address educational disparities faced by the Hispanic community by expanding educational opportunities and improving educational outcomes for Hispanics of all ages. This initiative hopes to ensure that all Hispanics receive an education that properly prepares them for college, productive careers, and satisfying lives.
Teacher Vision provides lesson plans, printable handouts, activities, and references that explore many diverse and rich cultures with your class during Hispanic Heritage Month.
Center for Parent Information and Resources is a national center that serves as a one-stop shop for families looking for resources on Special Education. The website has over one hundred resources in Spanish for families.
National Education Association (NEA) is committed to advancing the cause of public education by addressing issues affecting Hispanic’s Education. The NEA works at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliated organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.
National Park Service celebrates America's rich Hispanic history and culture with Hispanic Heritage Month with Historic Places Lesson Plans along with resources offered by parks for teachers.
The cultural traits, beliefs, and ideals of the Hispanic culture are the foundation for many contributions to our society. Community resources should be developed from a multicultural mindset to ensure the inclusion of ALL. A multicultural approach will provide opportunities of growth and development for Hispanics. Many societal achievements and contributions from the Hispanic community can be stagnant if appropriate learning educational processes are not present. Teachers can help Hispanic students to consider themselves as essential to our nation, which has thrived because of its diversity, not in spite of it. Feliz Navidad!