Resources for Catholic Schools to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Guest post by Maria Del Amo, Director of Hispanic and Latino Engagement, National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), maria@ncea.org. This post was originally published on the NCEA Talk blog.

Celebrating Tradition, Faith, and Culture

NCEA is proud to release the Hispanic Heritage Month Marketing Kit—a joyful and faith-filled resource created just for Catholic schools. Rooted in the inspiring theme Sueños & Success, this toolkit will help bring Hispanic Heritage Month to life in your classrooms, hallways, and online platforms with meaning, pride, and purpose.

Observed from September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month is a powerful opportunity for Catholic schools to affirm student identity, celebrate

cultural diversity, and reflect on the vibrant faith traditions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Whether your school has been celebrating for years or is joining for the first time, this kit offers flexible, ready-to-use materials that are inclusive, engaging, and rooted in Catholic values.

What’s Inside the Kit – and How to Use It

Celebrate Around Your School

These print-ready resources are designed to fill your school walls and classrooms with faith, culture, and inspiration:

• Printable Posters – Inspirational posters featuring notable Hispanic and Latino saints and religious figures, each with a motivational quote. Perfect for hallways, classrooms, and front offices.

• Bilingual Morning Prayer Scripts – Daily prayers in English and Spanish that unite the school community in honoring Hispanic faith traditions.

• Reflection Prompts (Grades K–12) – Ideal for journaling, morning meetings, or classroom discussions. These prompts encourage students to reflect on their story, family, and dreams.

Celebrate Online

Keep your school community engaged and inspired with ready-to-use digital content: 

• Weekly Pre-Written Social Media Posts – Share consistent, thoughtful posts throughout Hispanic Heritage Month—just copy, personalize, and post!

• Digital Graphics & Website Banners – Add vibrant, branded visuals to your school’s website, digital signs, or newsletters to celebrate all month long.

Printable School Resources and Activities

Engage students of all ages with meaningful, hands-on activities that encourage reflection, faith, and cultural pride:

• Dream Board Activity Project (Catholic Focus) – A creative classroom or school-wide project that invites students to visualize their goals through the lens of faith and cultural identity.

• Marian Devotions Activity Guide – A rich exploration of Marian traditions from Latin America with activities honoring Our Lady’s many titles.

Bonus Goodies!

We couldn’t resist adding a few extra treats to make your celebration even more special:

• Spanish/English Glossary of Cultural & Religious Terms – A helpful reference for students, teachers, and families to support understanding and foster inclusive conversations.

• Traditional & Faith-Based Music Playlist – A joyful collection of songs to set the tone during morning announcements, lunchtime, or events.

Let the Celebration Begin!

This kit was built to reflect the richness and beauty of Hispanic and Latino Catholic communities and to help Catholic schools celebrate in ways that are authentic, joyful, and grounded in faith.

Available now to all NCEA member schools.       

So mark your calendars, prep your classrooms, and get ready to celebrate like never before! Don’t forget to tag your celebrations with #HispanicHeritage2025 and join Catholic schools across the country in honoring Sueños & Success—together.

Nuestros sueños nos definen. Nuestra fe nos impulsa.

Our dreams define us. Our faith propels us. 

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Crimsonbridge partnered with NCEA to hire their first Director of Hispanic and Latino Engagement to oversee outreach, engagement, enrollment, and resource development for families and students. This work is part of the Foundation’s Education Imperative®, a whole-community approach to increasing Catholic school vitality and sustainability through family engagement, communications, and leadership development.