Upstate New York’s Hispanic Heritage Committee Recognizes 15 High School Scholars During Hispanic Heritage Month

“New York State’s Upstate Hispanic Heritage Month Committee (HHMC) announces that 15 Latino recent high school graduates from upstate counties are this year’s recipients of scholarships based on demonstrated academic excellence, leadership skills and community involvement. The students, who are enrolled at various colleges this fall, will be honored at an award ceremony Thursday, Sept. 28, at the New York State Museum, as part of Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations.

The HHMC has celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month since 1997, granting over $75,000 to 99 talented youth to encourage high school students to pursue higher education, become productive members of society, and give back to the community. Private contributions and the participation of various state agencies with in-kind donations, under the leadership of Governor George E. Pataki, have made recognition of these students possible.”

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