Día de los Muertos ("Day of the Dead") is a two-day festival celebrated in Latin American communities throughout the world on November 1 and 2. It is an especially important holiday in Mexico, where it originated. The holiday offers an opportunity to honor the dead with a celebration of their lives. Our departed loved ones awaken to celebrate with us through song, dance, and parties! In this way, death is seen as a part of life.
An important part of the holiday is building an ofrenda, or display, to honor loved ones. And that's what Claxton students did!
They brought pictures and memories of grandparents, great-grandparents, teachers, and family members.
Departed pets received a lot of love too.
And with Ms. Olson's and Ms. Lotter's guidance, many students provided traditional decorations, including sugar skulls and dancing skeletons.
Thank you to all who participated. The Claxton love was palpable!
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