Elementary Newsletter
9/20/2021 - 9/24/2021
Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson. President Ronald Reagan expanded it in 1988 to cover 30 days beginning on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.
September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within these 30 days.
Lotus School for Excellence
Lotus School for Excellence
Lotus first opened its doors in August 2006 with 147 students in grades 6 and 7. Each year, its enrollment increased gradually to reach over 900 students, with grades spanning from Kindergarten to 12th. For over a decade, Lotus has instilled an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math in such a diverse and disadvantaged community. Today it is one of the most successful schools in Aurora.
Leadership Team
Executive Director - Brett Williams
- bwilliams@lotusschool.org
- 3033600052 Ext. 104
Assistant Principal - Elias M. Huerta
- emhuerta@lotusschool.org
- 3033600052 Ext. 199
Administrative Assistant - Marilyn Ayala
- mayala@lotusschool.org
- 3033600052 Ext. 200
Administrative Assistant - Sandra Duran
- sduran@lotusschool.org
- 3033600052 Ext. 135
Email: contact@lotusschool.org
Website: lotusschool.org
Location: 11001 East Alameda Avenue, Aurora, CO, USA
Phone: 3033600052
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lseaurora
Twitter: @twitter_lotusschool