Hempstead, NY - November 30, 2016 - The Village of Hempstead recently honored the Hempstead Public School District for its dedication to teaching diversity through the District’s Hispanic Heritage Celebration Program 2016.

Photo by the Village of Hempstead.

During the celebration, local children sang Hispanic songs, performed Hispanic dances, showcased handmade paintings of inspirational Hispanic thinkers and shared writings from their favorite Hispanic poets and authors. Deputy Mayor Luis Figueroa presented the district with the Mayor’s Special Recognition Award following the celebration.

For more information, please call the Incorporated Village of Hempstead at 516.489.3400 or visit the website at www.villageofhempstead.org