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Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15-October 15

HispanicHeritage MonthSeptember 15-October 15

Hispanics/Latinos represent the largest student group in Meriden Public Schools. Currently, 58% of the student body is of Hispanic/Latino descent. Our Latino students represent a wide range of countries: South America, Central America, Mexico, Dominican Republic, and Cuba. The largest percentage of students are of Puerto Rican descent. At MPS, we believe it is important to recognize our Hispanic/Latino students, families, and employees!


The national theme for Hispanic Heritage Month 2021 is Esperanza: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage and Hope. In this edition, you will meet MPS' Hispanic administrators. In an upcoming edition we will meet some students and teachers.

Meet Meriden's Hispanic Administrators:

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Mr. Eric Lopez

Assistant Principal

Washington Middle School


Mr. Lopez has worked for MPS for 17 years. He's Puerto Rican and has lived in Meriden his whole life. He attended Lincoln and Platt.

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Mrs. Janice Piña

Assistant Principal

Edison Middle School


Mrs. Piña joined Edison this school year after several years as an administrator in New Britain. We're excited that she's a part of our MPS family!

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Dr. Evelyn Robles-Rivas

Supervisor of Language and Community Partners


Dr. Robles has worked for MPS for three years. She is Puerto Rican and loves to sing and dance!

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Dr. Lysette Torres

Director of Equity and Instruction


Dr. Torres has worked for the MPS for 21 years. She is Puerto Rican and was born and raised in Meriden. She graduated from Maloney High School.

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Mr. Orlando Valentin Jr

Assistant Principal at Hanover Elementary


Mr. Valentin has worked for MPS for six years. He is a 3rd-degree black belt and has been coaching Meriden Raiders football for six years.

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Mr. Gustavo Viteri

Supervisor of Special Education


Mr. Viteri has worked for MPS for 16 years. He is Ecuadorian and once had knee surgery after wrestling with a bear!