The Mexican tradition to honor those who have passed on is known as Dia de Los Muertos. Students in Ms. Gonzalez' Spanish classes participated by making displays out of boxes to recall a deceased family member or another notable person. The displays were made available throughout the campus and brought home a true taste of the meaning of the day in this rich tradition. Thanks to Ms. Gonzalez and to her many students who provided such memorable and colorful depictions of their concept of the day.
By Ms. Gonzalez:
Dia de Los Muertos is a Catholic celebration with Aztec roots. It's a day to remember our loved ones who have passed away. It is not a day or mourning, but a celebration of their lives. The celebration begins on November 1st with All Souls Day. Traditionally we set up altars, "Ofrendas," with candles, "pan dulce," sugar skulls, candy, and pictures of those who are no longer with us and decorate the altars with the many things they once enjoyed when they were alive. It is believed that the dead return on this day, November 2nd, to eat what has been left for them on the altars. The altars are decorated with lots of sugar, to sweeten their journey to the afterlife.
By Ms. Gonzalez:
Dia de Los Muertos is a Catholic celebration with Aztec roots. It's a day to remember our loved ones who have passed away. It is not a day or mourning, but a celebration of their lives. The celebration begins on November 1st with All Souls Day. Traditionally we set up altars, "Ofrendas," with candles, "pan dulce," sugar skulls, candy, and pictures of those who are no longer with us and decorate the altars with the many things they once enjoyed when they were alive. It is believed that the dead return on this day, November 2nd, to eat what has been left for them on the altars. The altars are decorated with lots of sugar, to sweeten their journey to the afterlife.