All Are Welcome Here!

We hope you had a wonderful summer break with your family and loved ones. We are excited to welcome you back for another school year and to continue our shared commitment to ensuring that ALL ARE WELCOME HERE.

In Hatboro-Horsham School District, we believe every student, staff member, and family deserves to feel valued and celebrated. Diversity is our strength, inclusion guides our actions, and equity is our promise. We foster a culture of belonging by providing support and opportunities for everyone to thrive.

As we begin a new school year, we call on all HHSD staff to continue identifying and putting into practice meaningful ways to build connections, increase awareness, challenge assumptions, and develop cultural competence. Together, we can create more equitable and inclusive experiences for our students, staff, and families. By cultivating safe and welcoming spaces, we strive to create meaningful, lasting change within a unified community. We honor our commitments by turning our beliefs into action and holding ourselves accountable for creating a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.

The beginning of a new school year provides a wonderful opportunity to build meaningful relationships, learn from one another, and strengthen our sense of belonging across our schools and community. We are also excited to continue our monthly Inclusive Newsletters, which are designed to provide resources and opportunities for staff and families to learn more about the diverse cultures, identities, experiences, and contributions that make our community stronger.

As we begin September, let’s come together to recognize and celebrate the rich heritage, history, and contributions of our Hispanic community during Hispanic Heritage Month. We invite everyone to embrace this opportunity to learn, celebrate, and continue building a community where everyone feels seen, valued, and welcomed.

Thank you for the important role you play in making ALL ARE WELCOME HERE more than a statement—it is a commitment we live out together each day.

Here’s to a wonderful year filled with learning, growth, and connection!

National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries.

The Theme for 2026 is “Unidos, Somos Más” | "Together, We Are More".

Below are links to resources of books that you can enjoy reading and learning more about Hispanic Heritage and Culture.

• "Reading Room Link"-This link will take you to a reading room that has a bookshelf full of books that will allow you to click on your book of choice and take you to a video to have the story read aloud.

Here are some additional books that celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month:

• Hispanic Heritage Book List
  
• Books with Latinx Characters

Many are available in our library, as well as the public libraries in Hatboro and Horsham.

To our Hatter Hispanic families, we want to acknowledge and thank you for the contributions to our school community.

• September 1st - Labor Day - celebrated on the first Monday of September, it is a federal holiday honoring the American labor movement, paying tribute to the societal and economic contribution of fair employment practices and labor equality.

• September 10th - World Suicide Prevention Day - observed every year to draw attention to this public health issue and encourage positive change. The theme in 2026 will be "Changing the Narrative on Suicide," with a call to action to 'Start the Conversation'.

• September 11th - Patriot Day - occurs on 9/11 each year in memory of lives lost in the September 11th terrorist attacks in 2001. 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of this solemn day.

• September 13th - Grandparents Day - celebrates the ways grandparents and older adults inspire and mentor younger generations. This year's theme, "Stories From the Table", is a way to take a moment and appreciate food, family, and the wisdom passed down through generations.

• September 11th (evening) to September 13th - Rosh Hashanah - Jewish New Year, and it begins a month of important Jewish Holy days. It is celebrated beginning at sunset on September 11th through sunset on September 13th. It's a time for rejoicing, self-reflection, and looking forward to the coming year. "Shana tovah!"

• September 20th (sunset) to nightfall on September 21st - Yom Kippur - Day of Atonement - Begins at sundown on September 20th and ends at nightfall on September 21, 2026. Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement) is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. "Gmar chatima tova" (A good final sealing).

• September 22nd - Beginning of Fall - the first day of the fall equinox.

• September 25th - October 2nd - Sukkot - Begins at sunset on September 25th and ends at nightfall on October 2, 2026. Sukkot is a week-long Jewish holiday that celebrates the fall harvest. It is one of the most joyful festivals in Judaism, meant to bring families, friends and communities together. "Chag Sameach!"

• • Acknowledge the different cultures within our school communities by affirming their presence.
  • Provide access to visuals, resources, and recognize their culture and traditions. All of our students should see themselves in our schools.
  • Strive to provide high support to match our high expectations for learning and peer relationships.
  • Be mindful of assigning homework, major projects, and tests during holidays.

• Acknowledge the different cultures within our school communities by affirming their presence.
• Ask questions to learn more about each other's cultures.
• Challenge yourself to grow your own cultural competence.
• Understand that some religious holidays may require fasting, so continue to be understanding and supportive of each other.

This is a non-exhaustive resource for our community. If there are perspectives that are not included. Please provide us with your thoughts and ideas by clicking here.