EDITOR NOTE: To arrange a visit to one of our schools to cover a Latinx Heritage Month event for next week, please connect with Marisa Berumen starting Monday, Sept. 14. Her contact information is below. Thank you, James
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SAN DIEGO UNIFIED CELEBRATES NATIONAL LATINX HERITAGE MONTH
Board of Education to Recognize Latinx/e Heritage Month During Sept.15 Meeting with Resolution
Celebrating Culture, Identity & Belonging Supports San Diego Unified’s Commitment to Improving Student Wellness
SAN DIEGO (SEPTEMBER 10, 2026) – San Diego Unified School District is proud to recognize National Latinx/e Heritage Month, celebrating the histories, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Latino students and families are an important part of who we are at San Diego Unified. Today, more than 41,000 Hispanic and Latino students attend district-operated schools, representing approximately 44 percent of the district’s Transitional Kindergarten–12 students.
Throughout Latinx/e Heritage Month, schools across San Diego Unified will host events and activities that celebrate Hispanic and Latino cultures, traditions, history, and contributions. These celebrations also provide opportunities for students to see their identities and experiences reflected in their school communities and to learn from the diverse cultures represented throughout the district.
“This month is an opportunity to celebrate the incredible cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of our Latino students, families, educators, and staff,” said Superintendent Fabi Bagula, Ph.D. “But creating a sense of belonging is work that happens every day. We want our students to see themselves, their families, and their cultures valued in their schools and to know that their voices and experiences matter. To our Latino students and families: You belong here, and we are proud that you are part of San Diego Unified.”
Scheduled events include:
Date: September 15, 2026
Time: During lunch 12pm
School / Address: Morse High School: 6905 Skyline Dr, San Diego, CA 92114
Activity/Visuals: On 9/15, Ballet Folklorico performance & Mariachi will perform during lunch to open celebrations of Latinx Heritage Month. The school will be decorated, and the library will have a section for decoration as well. Students from SHPE (students in STEM club) will also provide a presentation of Hispanic leaders in STEM.
Date: September 15, 2025
Time: 9-10:30 am
School / Address: Crawford High School: 4191 Colts Way, San Diego, CA 92115
Activity/Visuals: 2nd annual Latino/a Heritage Month Celebration, student-led event during advisory in the theater. The event involves presentations about latino/a culture, musical and dance performances by students. Students will also have the opportunity to join the essay contest during the heritage month.
Date: October 1, 2026
Time: 2:20-3:20pm
School / Address: Innovation Middle School: 5095 Arvinels Ave, San Diego, CA 92117 Skyhawk Arena
Activity/Visuals: Hispanic & LatinX Cultural Fair. Families & neighborhood schools are invited. There will be performers, families are offered a vendor spot and ASB will sell items to fundraise. Madison HS will be joining in as well. More details to follow.
Date: October 15, 2026
Time: 5-6:30pm
School / Address: Carver Elementary: 3251 Juanita St, San Diego, CA 92105
Activity/Visuals: Nuestra Cultura event will happen on campus. Hoover High School Mariachi will perform. Friends from Oak Park Library will attend for poetry and storytelling. Families will bring food, games and toys based on their family culture. There will also be a lotteria table. A passport will be handed out to students to get stamped at each table they visit. At the end, once the passport is filled out, they will be entered in a raffle to win a big prize.
Date: October 17, 2026
Time: 1-3pm
School / Address: Dia de los muertos - Old Town San Diego
Activity/Visuals: San Diego Unified students will attend the family day of Dia de los Muertos in Old Town that will feature student artwork for the holiday.
Creating that sense of belonging is at the heart of San Diego Unified’s work. When students feel connected to their school, supported by caring adults, and proud of who they are, they are better positioned to learn, grow, and succeed.
The district continues to foster school communities where students see themselves, their families, cultures, languages, and experiences valued and where families are welcomed as important partners in their children’s education.
San Diego Unified welcomes families looking for a high-quality education in a school community where students can feel connected, supported, and proud of who they are. Across 175 school options serving students from Transitional Kindergarten through 12th grade, San Diego Unified educators are committed to high-quality learning, welcoming and inclusive school communities, and strong support systems that help students develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills to pursue their goals.
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