Medina High School Spanish students step into salsa dancing

Guest instructors introduce Cuban salsa basics during cultural enrichment lesson

Medina High School Spanish students explored Hispanic culture through an interactive salsa lesson led by guest instructors from Salsa Enthusiasts.

Medina City Schools

Published December 24, 2025 - 5:00 a.m.

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On Wednesday, Dec. 3, students in Señora Calaiacovo’s Spanish classes participated in a cultural enrichment activity, learning the fundamentals of salsa dancing.

Guest instructors Heather Venesile and Denise Hutton of the Salsa Enthusiasts visited Medina High School to lead students through basic Cuban salsa steps, creating an energetic and memorable learning experience.

During 11th period, students from intervention specialist Mrs. Kearny’s and Ms. Forte’s classes joined the session, filling the room with enthusiasm as they listened to lively music and practiced their new dance moves alongside the Spanish students. The collaborative experience brought together movement, culture and language in a way that engaged and energized everyone involved.

The event offered students a fun and interactive opportunity to deepen their understanding of Hispanic culture – one beat at a time.

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