At Raa, we believe that learning about culture helps us understand other people’s perspectives, patterns of behavior, and contributions to the world at large. In an attempt to increase the cultural aspect and global awareness of the Spanish language and culture, Spanish and Art students collaborate each year to learn about “Día de Los Muertos” or Day of the Dead, which occurs November 1 and 2. During this collaboration, students learn the history and purpose of the holiday, as well as how it’s celebrated in many Latin American countries. Students create marigolds, monarch butterflies, papel picado, alebrijes, calacas, and decorate sugar skulls.  

Every year, we place an “ofrenda”, or offering, in the Media Center (Oct 31- Nov 3). The “ofrenda” represents elements necessary for life on Earth, different types of food, and pictures of deceased family members. Students also create "calaveras" (skeletons), and sugar skulls in honor of loved ones who have passed away that are placed on the ofrenda.