Irma Torres, front, and Vanessa Gurrola were two of the South High School International Dancers, of Sheboygan, who recently performed traditional Mexican folk dances at Lakeshore Technical College’s end-of-year celebration, Fiesta LTC.

CLEVELAND, WI–

South High School International Dancers, of Sheboygan, recently performed traditional Mexican folk dances at Lakeshore Technical College’s end-of-year celebration, Fiesta LTC.

The dancers performed five distinct dances from different regions of Mexico that included several costume changes.

“We are a high school group who takes pride in educating the public about Mexican traditions through dance,” said Leticia Genson, English Language Learners teacher and international dance instructor at South High School.

LTC students and staff also enjoyed authentic Mexican food, decorations and a Spanish-language song performed by youngsters enrolled in the college’s child care center. Information about Mexico, including student opportunities for studying abroad, also was on display. 

The Fiesta LTC event was designed to celebrate student and staff achievements throughout the 2007-08 academic year as well as educate participants about Mexican culture. The event coincided with “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day,” so staff members’ children were able to enjoy the event as well.

The event was sponsored by LTC, the Student Government Association/Student Life and the Diversity Committee. For more information about LTC, call 888-GO-TO-LTC (888-468-6582) or log onto www.gotoltc.edu.

About Lakeshore Technical College
Lakeshore Technical College is a leading provider of technical education offering 100 career programs including associate degrees, technical diplomas, technical certificates, and apprenticeship programs. In addition, LTC offers distance learning, customized training to business and industry, and continuing educational opportunities.

Serving a 200,500-resident population in east central Wisconsin, LTC operates a main campus in Cleveland; additional learning sites at LTC Manitowoc and LTC Sheboygan; outreach centers at area high schools in Kiel, Mishicot, Plymouth, Random Lake, Reedsville, and Two Rivers; and 27 distance learning sites. LTC’s mission is to enrich lives and strengthen the economy by preparing a workforce that is skilled, diverse and flexible. On average, 79% of LTC graduates work in the LTC District which includes Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties, and parts of Calumet and Ozaukee Counties. Visit LTC at: gotoltc.edu.