SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) – Coming from a different country can be extremely scary as you enter into a new culture and lifestyle.
On Friday, Oct. 31, Broadmoor Stem Academy wanted to make sure Hispanic students didn’t have to feel alone or fearful, but instead to have pride.
A special meaning behind every flag; roots that go beyond what the eye can see.
Hispanic heritage is more than just pride. It’s life for many.
Broadmoor Stem Academy wants everyone to know the symbolic meaning behind every flag proudly flowing.
“For us, it’s very important that the Hispanic heritage celebration is being done every year because that’s a way for them to know about the diversity, but also for the students who are Hispanics to learn more about their own roots,” Michell Hernandez said.
Keisy Aleman, who was born in Honduras and came to the United States in the fourth grade, takes pride in her roots.
And wants others to see a glimpse of her lifestyle.
“It means, like, an opportunity to express yourself so you can show who you are and not be hiding from others,” Aleman said.
But she says it goes further than expressing oneself. It’s also about educating others.
“They can see how proud you are of your country or your culture, so they don’t have to discriminate you because they see how hard you work on things and that you can make them,” Aleman said.
Aleman has worked hard in learning English and getting good grades in school. Now she helps other students who are new to the country navigate the difficulties she once faced, such as speaking English and adapting to a new culture.
It’s her endurance and determined mentality that have left her mother extremely proud of her.
“Who would have thought that she would have stand out here in this country with her grades and English language, and she doesn’t forget about her roots in Honduras.”
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