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Ofrendas, or altars, are a recognizable hallmark in modern celebrations of the holiday that act as a tribute for deceased loved ones. At Harker, Spanish teacher Diana Moss collaborated with the Office of DEI to set up altars in Main Hall in honor of Día de Los Muertos.

Skulls, spirits and stories: Community honors Día de los Muertos

by Sidak Sanghari and Victoria Li November 3, 2024

Characterized by colorful skulls, marigolds, ornate altars and vibrant costumes, Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday that commemorates loved ones who have passed away. Día de...

Senior Makayla Aguilar-Zuniga (wearing white skirt) and junior Mariana Ryder (wearing red skirt) face each other during the Latinx Affinity Group's performance of "Baile Folklorico" for the Cultural Performance Assembly on Feb. 27. Organized by the Student Diversity Coalition (SDC), the Cultural Performance Assembly featured dance, music and poetry from around the world.

Cultural performance assembly features dance, music and poetry by students and faculty

by Ella Yee, Co-News Editor March 16, 2023

Students, faculty and special guests shared aspects of their cultures through dance, music and poetry during the Cultural Performance Assembly on Feb. 27. Planning for the event began months beforehand,...

Despite their small number, Harker’s Latinx population continues to display the rich layers of their culture. Through hosting events such as La Noche Cultural on March 11 and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 with special dishes at Fresh Mex and paper decorations on bulletin boards around campus, they’ve allowed the larger Harker community to sample the vibrant art and accomplishments of Latinx and Hispanic people.

‘It’s about the culture, it’s about all we bring to this country’

by Kinnera Mulam, Emma Gao, Trisha Iyer, and Sarah Mohammed June 2, 2022

“Let’s head over to Manzanita!” As the last note of the bell rings, students pour out of second period, rushing from buildings across campus to the cafeteria. Chatter fills the air as a long column...

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