National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated across the United States every year from September 15th to October 15th. During this month, Hispanic and LatinX Americans are recognized for their achievements, contributions, and cultural influence on the United States. In order to recognize the contributions Hispanic and Latinx people have made to this nation, Francis Lewis decorated the front entrance to the school building with posters highlighting and recognizing famous Hispanic and Latinx people. To further honor National Hispanic Heritage month, FLHS News asked students and teachers at Francis Lewis to talk about a Hispanic/Latinx figure that has made an impact on their lives.  

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Ayanna Hunter

“I look up to Selena because seeing the way she grew up and seeing how she preserved through all the challenges in her life, she conquered those challenges and she made a name for herself and even though she faced hard times, she preserved, and she’s a role model to all little girls” -Ashley Jainarine, Senior