AHA NEWSLETTER – NOVEMBER 2003
| Christmas Charity Dance | |
| Hispanic Facts | |
| Quote of the Month | |
Senior Center Auditorium
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Music will be provided by Luis Treviño’s Latin Rhythms Band and DJ Signey Hernandez. For those of you who want to brush up on your Salsa, Meringue and Cha-Cha steps, come an hour early (8-9p.m.) for a FREE group lesson by dance instructor Dwain Cooper. Attire: Dress to Impress. Admission Fee: $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Save money and buy $10 tickets at La Michoacana Grocery Store, 2007 University Drive (across from Toys-R-Us), open from 9-10 p.m. seven days a week, (256)532-0266.
Join us for a lovely evening of great music, dancing and camaraderie. We urge you to purchase a ticket, even if you’re not planning to attend, because the money is going for a good cause. If you’re a business owner, buy tickets for your employees and receive a charitable tax-deduction at the same time. For ticket information, contact Juana at jgarling@teksystems.com
We’re also asking party goers to donate a toy. It’s strictly optional but if you do, it will contribute enormously to the number of children who will receive toys this Christmas. Last but not least, please circulate this newsletter among your friends who might be interested in attending this dance but have not heard about it yet. Don’t miss out on the good times, good friends, and your chance to support a great cause!
Q. What is the high school completion rate for Hispanics?
A. The high school completion rate for Hispanics has remained steady at 63% over several years compared with 81% for African-Americans and 90% for whites. – U.S. Department of Education (2002)
Q. What is the median income for Hispanics in the United States?
A. The median income for Hispanics in the United States is 31,000 dollars a year. – People en Español (2002)
Q. How has the number of Latino-owned businesses increased from 1992-1997?
A. The number of Latino-owned businesses grew 30% from 1992 to 1997; the number of all U.S. businesses grew seven percent. (Data extracted from U.S. Census Bureau, 1997 Economic Census) - Latin Business Association (2002)
Q. Do Hispanics who immigrate to the United States consider themselves Hispanic, American or both?
A. 98% of Hispanics who immigrate to the United States consider themselves equally Hispanic and American. – People en Español (2002)
Q. What is the dropout rate among Hispanics?
A. The dropout rate for Hispanics is much higher than for other groups: In 1998, 30% of all Hispanics 16-24 years old (1.5 million) were dropouts. – U.S. Department of Education (2002)
Q. How much has the Hispanic population grown between 1990-2001?
A. The Hispanic population skyrocketed 61% between 1990-2001 (exploding from 21.9 million to 35.3 million) making it the fastest growing ethnic group in America; representing 12.6% of the population. – People en Español (2002)
Q. Who was the first actress to win an Oscar, an Emmy, a Grammy and a Tony?
A. 1990 Hispanic Heritage Awards Arts Honoree Rita Moreno was the first actress to win an Oscar, an Emmy, a Grammy, and a Tony. – Hispanics in Hollywood (2002)
Eddie Canto