Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15, 2023
Through October 15, we are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by inviting our members to learn more about the rich cultural heritage, histories, and traditions of the Latine and Hispanic American communities in our region and across the country. Girl Scouts of all levels can earn the ¡Yo soy una Girl Scout! Fun Patch by completing activities that honor the culture and contributions of these communities. See below for more resources to help your Girl Scout dive into Latine and Hispanic American stories, discoveries, art, history, and more.
What is Hispanic Heritage Month?
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15. The celebration starts mid-month because September 15 marks the independence anniversaries of five countries: Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala. It is followed by Mexico's Independence Day on September 16 and Chile's on September 18. Another important date that falls within this 30-day period is Día de la Raza, or Indigenous Peoples Day, which is celebrated on October 12. During this month-long celebration, we honor the cultural richness and contributions of all people in the U.S. whose ancestors came from Central and South America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Spain.
Watch this kid-friendly video to get a better understanding of this cultural celebration.
How do I earn the fun patch?
Girl Scouts can complete a specific number of themed patch activities included in the activity sheet in English or in Spanish required for their program grade level to earn the ¡Yo soy una Girl Scout! Fun Patch. The sew-on patch can then be purchased at GirlScoutShop.org
Resources to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Here are some great ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your Girl Scout or troop.
Read a Book about Hispanic/Latine Americans 
Take a Virtual Tour
Watch Films That Celebrate Hispanic Heritage
Listen to a Story
