Hispanic Heritage
The Vejigante masks are traditionally made for the Fiestas de Santiago Apóstol (Saint James Festivals). The Vejigante symbolizes the Moslems that Saint James fought with in Spain. The Vejigantes costume consists of a large overall with wide sleeves that once you open your arms, simulates wings. The fabric used is of bright colors. The most important part of the costume is the mask, which is made of coconut shell.
Students dance in Puerto Rico

Local Brownie troup visits the Multicultural Center

Location:

Percy Julian Middle School - Second floor
416 S. Ridgeland • Oak Park • IL • 60302

Mission:

Develop, implement, and evaluate plans to teach and demonstrate teh sppreciation of culural diversity throughout the educational program. Promote the relationship of mulitcultural education to all applicable strategies.