Fort Worth Independent School District
Hispanic Heritage Month
Fort Worth ISD honors the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino communities both within the district and beyond. As part of the national celebration, we will share weekly videos, stories, and engaging moments throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs until October 15th. Much of this storytelling will highlight the people in Fort Worth ISD, past and present, and the legacy they leave. Fort Worth ISD is where the Best Begins, and it starts with the difference these people are making.
Hispanic Heritage Stories
Claudia Jacobo Martinez
Principal at Oakhurst ES
David Orona
Art Teacher at Manuel Jara ES
Lizeth Gonzalez-Rivera
Dual Language Teacher at M.H. Moore ES
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![Azucar by Celia Cruz]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726254417/fwisdorg/pvsmeztvc5uu6unqz2lu/My-Lifemedium.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726254417/fwisdorg/pvsmeztvc5uu6unqz2lu/My-Lifemedium.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726254417/fwisdorg/pvsmeztvc5uu6unqz2lu/My-Lifemedium.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726254417/fwisdorg/pvsmeztvc5uu6unqz2lu/My-Lifemedium.jpg","width":1094}])
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Campus Namesakes
Alice Contreras Elementary
Alice Contreras was a true advocate for bilingual education in Fort Worth ISD — which makes Alice Contreras Elementary School a fitting campus to honor her legacy! The campus has an exceptional dual language program, modeling the vision she wanted for all students to succeed!
Manuel Jara Elementary
Fort Worth businessman Manuel Jara believed in the power of hard work, collaboration, and civic engagement to strengthen our community. As a founding member of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, he united people from all walks of life to drive positive change in our city.
Watch this short video to learn more about the inspiring legacy of Mr. Manuel Jara.
De Zavala Elementary
Did you know the students at De Zavala Elementary helped choose the school’s name? In 1906, after Fort Worth built a new brick schoolhouse, the students voted to honor Lorenzo de Zavala—a remarkable figure in Texas history!
Hispanic Heritage Month Events
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